"Now, remember Keowen," Orion lectured, as they stood outside the classroom waiting for Defense Against the Dark Arts to start, "You have to convince Professor Potter that we like each other and we've settled all our differences. It's Thursday. If he doesn't let me out now, I'll be stuck in detention and Malfoy won't get what's coming to him."

"I know, I know. Stop worrying. I figure today we just have to step it up a little."

"What do you mean?" Orion asked, frowning.

"Relax, Black. I've got everyone else convinced haven't I?" Parker said waving her hand, "Just follow my lead. I know what I'm doing."

"You better," James muttered.

Parker glared at him and looked as though she was going to say something rude, but Professor Potter walked up. Parker smiled and grabbed Orion's hand. Orion looked at her strangely, but quickly replaced it with a smile when Parker stepped on his toe.

Professor Potter glanced at them in surprise, which turned quickly into suspicion, as he opened the door. Parker smiled sweetly. Veronica watched in surprise as Parker took a seat right by Orion. Orion was somewhat surprised as well. Veronica, Kylie and Daniella took their normal seats in the front.

"Well," Professor Potter said looking around at the class, "I suppose we better get started. Today we will be doing a simple shield charm. It's not as advanced as the one you will be learning when you're older, but it will fend off some low level curses. The spell is Ostrusca." He stopped and looked around. "Everyone please get up. We'll have to clear the desks to do this activity."

Everyone got up and moved off to the side. Veronica tried not to laugh at Parker and Orion. They were next to each other, and Parker was holding his hand again. She smiled over at Kylie, who seemed to find the situation just as funny as she did.

Professor Potter pointed his wand at the desks and muttered "Rilia Corma." The desks disappeared. "Now, get a partner and practice casting the shield spell. One person can shoot simple curses, while the other does the shield spell. Then after you've done it a few times, switch."

Parker grinned and pulled Orion to go practice with her. Veronica paired up with Kylie and Daniella had the unfortunate happening of being with James.

Class went by fairly smoothly, except for Daniella, who was constantly getting cursed by James, since her spell was not strong enough to block it. Veronica breathed a sigh of relief when the bell rang, signaling the end of school for the day.

"Miss Keowen," Professor Potter said, as everyone began to leave, "I need to speak with you."

Veronica shot Parker a "good luck" look and headed outside to wait. Kylie, Daniella and the boys joined her moments later. They all stood close to the door and listened.

"Well, Miss Keowen," Professor Potter said with a suspicious smile, "It was quite interesting to see you and Mr. Black getting along so well."

"Yes," Parker said happily, "Well, he's my boyfriend now."

"Your boyfriend?" Professor Potter said in shock.

"Yes, as of two days ago." She sounded positively giddy. What an actress, Veronica thought.

"Well, um, congratulations. I suppose that means that Mr. Black completed his end of the deal on getting out of his detention. Do you think it would be okay if I let him out of it?"

"Would you, please," Parker begged, "We really wanted to hang out together and do our homework."

Professor Potter smiled. "Well, then you can tell him that he is now detention free," he said, "At least for this class."

"Thanks so much, Professor," Parker said as she left. She signaled for everyone to keep walking. They walked in silence until they were a few corridors away.

"So sweetie," Orion said grinning as he wrapped his arm around Parker's shoulders, "Are you ready for that date tonight?"

Parker rolled her eyes and removed his arm. "Shove it, Black. It worked didn't it?"

"Like a charm," James said, "Which means we're on for tonight."

"Good," Parker said smiling.

"You and Kylie better be ready at 8:30 sharp," Shane said.

"If you're not, we'll leave without you," Jeff said.

"We'll be ready," Kylie said grinning at Parker.

"Good," Orion said, as the boys turned to go, "See you later, sweetie."

"Stop calling me that, Black," Parker said angrily. Orion winked and turned the corner.

"I'm never going to live that down, am I?" Parker asked.

"Most likely not," Veronica said, "But it was a good idea."

"So much for my bright ideas."


Time flew by fast. The girls had all decided to wait down in the common room. Parker and Kylie talked happily, while Daniella and Veronica did their homework.

At 8:30 sharp, Orion, James, Shane and Jeff walked into the common room. They shot a glance at Parker and Kylie before exiting through the portrait hole.

Kylie smiled. "Wish us luck, girls."

"Good luck," Veronica said with a nervous smile.

"Oh,you don't need luck," Parker said with a wave of her hand, "You've got me with you."

"Come on, Lady Luck," Kylie said grabbing her arm, "We got to go."

Parker waved at Daniella and Veronica as she left making gestures with her hands indicating Kylie was crazy. Veronica just smiled and waved back. She watched as they left and then turned back to her paper.

She dipped her quill in ink and began to write. Fifteen minutes later she hadn't even made it through her first sentence. She sighed loudly.

"What if they get caught?" Daniella asked.

Veronica looked up. Daniella looked even more nervous than she felt. "Well, let's just hope they don't." Her eyes shifted nervously and she turned back to her paper.

Veronica sat a moment longer, before getting up. "I'm going for a walk," she said to Daniella, "I'll be back soon." Daniella nodded and Veronica turned and left the portrait hole. She sighed quietly as she walked down the halls.

Her mind wandered casually over her past two weeks at Hogwarts. They had been wonderful. Magic was even better than she thought it would be. There was so much to see and to learn. She never wanted to leave. Nobody should want to, but then again her mother had. It was a constant annoyance to her that she didn't know why her mother had left. This place was so great. Her friends really must have done something awful to drive her to leave such a place. She still hadn't figured out what they had done. Too many things were going on for her to dwell on it.

Veronica looked up when she realized she'd reached the Entry Hall. She walked over to the door and pushed them open. The night was warm and peaceful. She walked out and headed toward the lake. Perhaps the fresh air would calm her thoughts.

She strolled silently along the shores before taking a seat on a huge rock. She nearly fell into the water when she heard a voice speak.

"Fancy seeing you here," the voice drawled.

Veronica turned to see Tristian Malfoy sitting on a rock a few feet away. She had been so caught up in her thoughts, she hadn't noticed him. "You don't seem that pleased," she said coolly.

"Neither do you," he said smirking, "But then again, most people aren't when they see a Malfoy. We're not known to be the nicest of people and others are quick to judge."

"You think they shouldn't judge?"

"Well, not all Malfoys are bad. Just most."

"So, which are you?" Veronica asked, turning to look at him.

"You tell me," Tristian said, looking back.

Veronica sighed and turned back to look at the lake. "I don't know what to make of you. What I've heard isn't good, but then again, what I've seen for myself hasn't been bad."

Tristian laughed. "So, are you going to tell me what's wrong with you?"

"What makes you think something's wrong?" Veronica asked, a bit sharper than she had intended.

"You might be able to fool other people," Tristian said, seeming not to care about her discomfort, "But I can see things other's don't. I know the signs to look for when someone is upset."

Veronica looked over at him. "Why would you care anyways," she said defensively.

"Maybe I don't," Tristian said coolly.

"Why would I tell someone my problems who doesn't even care?" Veronica asked.

"Maybe because it's easier than telling someone who does. It avoids all those feelings you get when you truly care for the person you're talking to," Tristian said as he got up, "But then again, that depends on the person. See you later, Winters."

Veronica watched as he walked back toward the castle. He was a very irritating boy. She turned back to look at the lake. She'd always loved the water. It was really a peaceful sight, but it did nothing for her today.

She let out a soft sigh. Tristian was right. Something was bothering her. It was her mother. It was truly bothering her that her mother had lied. That had never happened before. Her mother was truthful with her about everything. It bothered her that she had not been told about her so called friends or why she had left England.

She shivered as a gust of wind hit her. She looked around. Almost all of the lights in the castle were out. It was getting late. Veronica got up carefully and walked back toward the dormitories. When she got there Daniella was already asleep and Parker and Kylie were still gone.

She quickly changed into her pajamas and laid down. The moment her head hit the pillow she feel into a dreamless sleep.


"Who is ready to have some good laughs?" Parker asked grinning as the girls walked to Potions.

"I could use some," Veronica said with a nervous smile.

"Oh, he is going to be so angry," Daniella said, looking worried.

"Relax, Dani. After all, it's not like he'll know who did it."

"Well, he won't be able to prove it, anyway," Kylie said. She smiled at Parker as they stopped in front of the Potions classroom. Most of the class was already assembled by the door. The girls kept their distance. The boys joined them moments later. Veronica saw Tristian standing off to the side of a group of Slytherins and bit back the urge to warn him. She felt somewhat surprised at herself. She wasn't sure why she found herself so fond of him. He surely wasn't the nicest person she'd met.

"Out of my way," Professor Malfoy shouted as he walked toward the class. He waved his wand and the door opened. A few of the students entered. Nothing happened.

"What happened?" James whispered.

"Don't worry," Parker said with a grin.

Veronica watched as Professor Malfoy entered the classroom. He hadn't noticed the strange silvery color the floor was. He had barely taken a step inside, when he slid across the floor and slammed into the wall. The students in the classroom were sliding as well. A shout sounded from Snape as he fell to the floor and Crabbe landed on top of him. Students were flying everywhere. Parker, Kylie, and the boys were biting back laughter. Veronica stood in shock and Daniella began to grow pale.

It took a good twenty minutes before Professor Malfoy was able to get everyone out. Snape was wincing in pain, as were several other Slytherin students. Veronica breathed a sigh of relief when she noticed Tristian was unharmed and once again surprised herself. She hadn't even realized she was holding her breath.

"To the hospital wing, Jonathon," Professor Malfoy said, "And the rest of you too."

Snape shot a glare at the boys when he walked by. The Slytherins behind him did the same. The boys smiled pleasantly. "Hope you get better," Parker said grinning.

"Twenty points from Gryffindor!" Professor Malfoy shouted. His face was red with fury and a blue bruise was starting to appear around his eye, where he had fallen.

There were murmurs of annoyance among the Gryffindors. "What for?" Parker asked, looking outraged.

"Well, I know one of you did it. After all, why did none of you go in?"

"Coincidence?" Jeff said casually.

"I doubt that, Weasley," Professor Malfoy growled. He glanced around at the remainder of the class. "Class will be canceled today so I can fix this mess."

The students held back smiles and nodded. Veronica nudged the girls and they started to walk. The boys fell into step with them.

"Oh and by the way," Professor Malfoy shouted, an evil smile setting on his face, "Detention for Keowen, Black, Weasley, Bryant, and Potter. You five were being disrespectful."

Parker made to say something, but Veronica grabbed her. Rob was holding back James as well.

"What a bloody jerk," Parker said angrily as they entered the common room.

"Well, it was worth it though," Kylie said smiling.

"Easy for you to say," James growled, "You didn't get detention."

"Yeah, that's no fair," Jeff complained, "She did it too."

"Oh well," Orion said, "We have more important things to discuss, like why the people didn't start slipping until Malfoy went in."

The boys looked at Parker and Kylie. "It was one of you two," Shane said, "So how did you do it?"

Kylie looked confused, but Parker smiled. "It was a simple Delaying Charm. I rigged it so that the goo wouldn't get slick until Malfoy went in. After all, he was the one we wanted to get."

"Nice," Orion said smiling, oblivious to the fact that he had just complemented Parker.

"I know."

"Well," James said, "We best be going. We have an entire hour to waste." The boys walked toward the stairs.

"Oh by the way," Jeff called over his shoulder, "The truce ends now."

"Fine by us," Kylie shouted after him.

Parker turned to Daniella and Veronica, smiling. "So what did you think?"

"It was good," Veronica said, with her first real smile of the day. It was rather funny now that there was no threat of Professor Malfoy catching them.

Daniella was frowning. "It was a terribly dangerous stunt," she said softly, "People got hurt."

"No person got hurt," Parker said, "Those were Slytherins."

Daniella sighed. "Yeah, well let's not worry about it," Kylie said, "They aren't permanently damaged."

"Unfortunately," Parker grumbled.

An hour passed way too quickly for the girls, who spent their time talking about the prank on Professor Malfoy. "So what class do we have now?" Parker asked as they walked into the entrance hall.

"Flying," Kylie said excitedly.

"As in, up in the air?"

"Of course, up in the air," Kylie said shaking her head, "And here I was beginning to think you were smart."

"Smarter than you," Parker said grinning.

"True," Kylie said laughing, "but not when it comes to flying. I have been doing it since I was five."

"I hate heights," Daniella said shuddering.

"Don't worry, Dani. If you fall, the worst you can do is break a few bones. Well, you could die, but I doubt it."

"Parker!" Veronica said sharply.

Parker smiled. "She knows I'm kidding. Right Dani?"

Daniella smiled weakly. She clearly did not. Veronica frowned. Daniella was a nervous person but the look on her face closely resembled pure terror. However, Parker smiled and said, "See?"

Veronica shook her head and continued to walk. A short distance away, a group of people were standing around talking. She noticed Snape as she walked by. He was looking furious and holding his arm rather strangely. The other injured Slytherins were back as well, some wearing bandages. Veronica looked over at Parker and Kylie. "Looks like you did a bit more damage than you thought."

"Better than that," a voice said. Veronica turned to see Orion behind her. The other boys were a short distance away laughing and talking. He grinned. "Just thought I would let you guys know, we broke Snape's arm." He smiled again and walked over to join his friends.

Parker grinned. "Bloody git had it coming."

"Parker," Daniella said quietly.

"Oh, come on Dani," Parker said, "Even you can't say you like him."

"I have to agree with Parker," Kylie said scowling in Snape's direction, "I can't stand him."

Veronica looked over at Daniella and then shrugged. "Yeah, but breaking his arm is kind of mean."

"Not mean enough in my opinion," Parker said, "He was only out one class period."

Kylie laughed and Veronica smiled slightly. She had to agree with that. She wanted Snape in as few of her classes as possible.

"Attention everyone," a voice called. Veronica turned to see Coach Weasley striding over toward everyone. His bright red hair seemed even brighter in the sunlight. Veronica hadn't realized how tall he actually was until he got up close. He had to be at least 6'6". "I am Coach Weasley, your flight instructor," he continued grinning and looking over the group, "Everyone get by a broom and let's begin."

Veronica took a broom beside Kylie and Annabel. "Place your hand over the broom and say up."

Veronica placed her arm carefully over the broom and shouted, "Up!" Nothing happened. She tried again, but the broom remained stationary. She looked over at Kylie, who already had her broom. To Veronica's surprise, so did Daniella. Parker only took a few moments more. It took Veronica a goodthree more minutes to get her broom up. She was glad she wasn't the last.

"Now mount your broom like so and push off firmly," Coach Weasley said demonstrating how to mount on a rather beat up looking broom. Everyone did as they were told and moments later everyone was in the air. "Not too high now!"

Veronica glanced nervously at the ground. Her broom was shaking slightly, or maybe that was just her. She guided her broom down and let out a sigh of relief when she felt the ground beneath her feet.

She looked around. Annabel and Levinia had already come down too. They were talking heatedly and making gestures at their brooms. Kylie and Parker were floating in the air not far from her chatting lively. Parker's broom was shaking, but she didn't seem to mind. Flying slowly over to them was Daniella. Veronica had to say she was doing extremely well, but Daniella looked pale as snow.

Over to her left were Shane and Orion. Shane was gripping his broom handle forcefully and looked as though he was going to pass out. Orion was flying gracefully in circles around him laughing. Jeff and Rob were a little ways away talking casually. Veronica didn't see James.

"Your hand position is wrong, Mr. Snape," Coach Weasley called. Veronica turned to look at Snape, who was looking irritated. Tristian was not far away from him, floating lazily with a content look on his face.

"Don't even think about it," a voice sneered. Veronica almost jumped in surprise. She turned her eyes toward the voice. Standing in front of her were three girls. The one who had spoken was standing in the middle and Veronica recognized her as the girl who had been talking to Tristian earlier. She stood at the same height as Veronica, though she was skinnier. She had long blonde hair that fell to the middle of her back and pale blue eyes. She was ratherpretty. The same couldn't be said for the two girls she was with. One was quite large, with dull brown hair and a stupid expression. She was cracking her knuckles menacingly. The other was very tall and thin. She had black hair that fell just to her chin and hazel eyes. Her skin was pale and her features were pointed, giving her a bird like appearance.

"I'm afraid I don't know what you mean. Do I know you?"

"You should," the blonde said. "I'm Amelia Zaben. That's Cristina Goyle," she said pointing at the large girl, "and that is Jillian Hallows. And what I was referring to was Tristian Malfoy, but I think you already knew that." Veronica stared at her.

"I know you like him," Amelia sneered, "But don't ever think that you could have him. He wouldn't go for a half breed. Plus he's mine."

"Well, I don't like him..."

"So, that is why you are continuously staring," Amelia sneered.

"Hey, I would stare too, if I saw something that ugly," a voice said. It was Parker. She stepped up by Veronica and Kylie took the other side. Daniella was still gliding her broom down slowly, looking much like she was going to pass out.

"Shut up, Mudblood. You're not welcome in this conversation."

"Well, you're not welcome here, but we still put up with you," Kylie sneered.

Amelia turned to her. "Shove off Potter. You make me sick. Befriending Mudbloods and half breeds. You are a disgrace to the name wizard."

"We have different views on what a disgrace is, Zaben."

"What are you smiling at, Mudblood?" Amelia said furiously. Veronica turned to see Parker smiling pleasantly, though she had no idea why.

"Just glad to see you're okay," Parker said gesturing at a large bandage around Amelia's arm, "Our little prank didn't hurt you too bad, did it?"

"Your little prank?" Amelia said furiously.

"That's right," Kylie said coldly, "With a little help from the boys of course."

"Why don't you take that as a warning?" Parker said coolly, "Mess with us and we get you back ten times worse. If we can break into a teacher's room, we can surely find your dormitories. Got it?"

Amelia made to retort, but a loud gasp from Daniella interrupted her. "What's wrong?" Veronica asked. Daniella didn't answer. Veronica followed her gaze to the sky, where she saw James, at least a hundred feet up doing loops and dives.

"Get down here, James," Coach Weasley called.

"Don't worry, he does that all the ti..." Kylie began, before she took gasped. James had pointed his broom straight at the ground and was gaining speed. He's going to die, Veronica thought. She covered her eyes with her hands. She peeked just in time to see James pull the broom steeply upwards and go tumbling off the broom and onto the ground.

Kylie ran over to him and the other girls followed. "James," Kylie said softly. She looked pale and worried.

"Hey, Kylie," James said sitting up. He had a huge grin on his face. "Did you just see that dive?"

Kylie's worry turned to anger in an instant. "You did that on purpose," she said furiously, whacking him hard over the head, "You could have gotten yourself killed, you bloody git!"

"Ouch," James said irritably, while rubbing his head.

"Mr. Potter," Coach Weasley said sternly. He did not look pleased, "I will be sending you to Professor Weasley."

"But you are Professor Weasley," James said grinning.

"You know what I mean, James," Coach Weasley said as he jotted something down on a piece of parchment. He sealed it and handed it to James. "Take this to Professor Weasley. She has a free period, but she should be in her classroom."

"But Uncle Ron," James began.

"Just go, James," Coach Weasley said.

James sighed loudly and headed toward the castle. Veronica let out a sigh of relief when Daniella let go of her arm. That girl had a strong grip! She glanced at her and frowned. Daniella looked even more frightened than Kylie did. Her eyes were glazed over and her mind appeared to be somewhere else.


"So how much trouble do you think your brother is going to be in?" Veronica asked as the girls sat down for dinner.

"I don't know," Kylie said.

"Looks like we're going to find out," Parker said, gesturing towards the doors. Veronica watched as James sat down by his friends and began talking happily. He sure seems happy to have just come from the Head of House's office, Veronica thought.

"I can't take it anymore. I'm going to go see what happened to him." Veronica watched as Kylie walked over toward James.

"Who wants to make bets on how much detention he got?"

Veronica smiled at her. "Making bets is against school rules, Parker."

"So is all the good stuff," Parker said grinning, "The chance of getting caught is what makes it fun."

Veronica didn't have time to answer. "I can't believe," Kylie said in shock as she sat down, "It's absolutely unfair."

"What is?" Daniella asked quietly, looking up from her food. She was still pale.

"He's not even in any trouble," Kylie said waving her hand angrily, "He almost got himself killed and went against Professor Weasley's orders and he gets to be on the House Team!"

"For Quidditch?" Veronica asked.

"Yes," Kylie said looking annoyed, "It's not fair."

"Well, didn't see that coming. Good thing we didn't make bets."

"I am just as good of a flier as he is, but just because he has to show off, he gets on the team," Kylie complained, "It's not fair."

"So you've said," Parker said, "There is always next year."

"Next year," Kylie groaned, "But that's a year away! I think this calls for a little prank."

"For what?" Veronica asked.

"For getting on the team when I didn't," Kylie said grinning.

"Sounds good to me," Parker said grinning, "And I think I know just the thing. The details will still have to be worked out, but..."

"No," Daniella said softly, "This time they didn't even do anything."

"Dani," Parker said as though it was the most obvious thing in the world, "It doesn't matter."

"But what did they do to you?"

"It's more the fact they exist if you know what I mean," Parker said.

Daniella was about to answer, when Headmaster Black stood up. "Attention," he shouted over the chatter, "I have an important announcement to make."

He waited patiently for the chatter to stop. "Now, as all of you know, we have held the tryouts for the school Quidditch team." There were murmurs among the tables. "I am sure all of you are anxious to know who made the team, so let me present to you Coach Weasley."

Applause filled the room. Coach Weasley stood up and smiled. "Let me first say that all of you did a great job and you made it difficult for Professor Potter and I to make decisions. I'll start with our Seeker, who will be Miss Genesis Gladden."

A burst of applause came from the Hufflepuff table as a very small blonde stood up and made her way over to the stage. "Next is Keeper who will be Mr. Peter Baylen." This time the Gryffindor table burst into applause. Veronica looked over to see the prefect who had shown them to their rooms on the first night walking toward the stage.

"Our first Chaser is Mr. Howard Carver." Veronica watched a dark haired boy walk over toward the stage from the Slytherin table. "We also have Mr. Nathan Richards." A tall blonde with glasses got up from the Gryffindor table. "And our last Chaser is Miss Natalie Maltalka." A pretty brunette joined the others from the Ravenclaw table.

"Our first Beater is Mr. David Zaben." A handsome boy with an unpleasant expression walked over to the front. Must be related to Amelia, Veronica thought.

"And finally as our second Beater, we have Miss Carly Weasley." A small, redhead strutted up to the front blowing kisses and waving. The Gryffindor table was clapping loudly and whistling at her. Coach Weasley was grinning. "Please congratulate our first Hogwarts school Quidditch team." The hall burst into applause once more. The seven students beamed. Carly was bowing.

After all the chatter died back down Veronica turned to Kylie. "So how many Weasleys are there?" she asked curiously.

Kylie grinned. "A lot. The one you just saw, Carly, is Rob's sister. She's got a twin named Beverly. Loads of fun those two. Then there is Hannah, Matt, Greg, Madeline, Jeff, and Amanda. And that's just the ones at Hogwarts."

"Wow," Veronica gasped, "Are they all related?"

"Yeah," Kylie said grinning, "Jeff's dad, Coach Weasley, has five brothers. There's Bill, Charlie, Fred, George. Then there's Percy. He died about 12 years ago, but he has a daughter named Amanda in Ravenclaw. Rob's dad is Charlie Weasley. You might know him. He is pretty famous for all his work with dragons."

"Now that you mention it, his name does sound familiar," Veronica said, "Wow, five brothers. I always wanted a big family. It's just me and my mom."

"What about your dad or grandparents?" Parker asked, as she scooped some mashed potatoes onto her plate.

"My dad disappeared right after my mom got pregnant. I've never met him or his parents and my mom's parents are dead."

"Or so she says," Parker said.

Kylie shot a glare at her. "What? She lied about the friends."

"Sorry about your dad," Kylie said.

"It's alright. I don't really mind," Veronica said, "What about you? Do you have a big family?"

"No," Kylie said, "Just my dad, brother, and me. My mom, Nina, died giving birth. Her parents are dead and so are my dads, but we have the Weasleys and the Blacks. They're alllike our family. So, I guess my family is kind of big."

Veronica laughed. "I can't believe you have to deal with you brother, Orion, and Jeff."

"I would die," Parker said.

"Trust me, sometimes I think I will. Parker, what about your family?"

"Well," Parker said, "I'm an only child. So is my mom. My dad has a brother named Clint. He's got two kids, Rylan and Macaylee. They're all pretty cool, but I really don't see them that often as they don't get along with my parents. Last time they visited was about three years ago. They live in the United States. My dad's parents live in France. We visit every summer, unfortunately. My mom's parents are both dead. Dani?"

Daniella smiled. "I have three brothers and two sisters."

"Seriously?" Parker asked, looking shocked.

"That is so cool," Veronica said, "Are they older?"

"No," Daniella said, "I'm the oldest. Logan is 9, Rachel is 7, Phillip is 5, Jill is 4, and Luke is 1."

"Lucky," Kylie said, "Do you want to trade for my brother?" The girls laughed.