Part two – Pomona Sprout
It's the night of the ball and the three of us are in Minerva's rooms helping her get ready for it. Well, I really mean the two of us are helping as Rolanda is just bouncing around the room unable to speak after Poppy silenced her. Her remarks were actually quite funny but unfortunately Minerva wasn't in the mood to appreciate them. Minerva really is nervous and nearly killed Rolanda so Poppy took drastic action. Minerva is at the moment staring at her image in the mirror while Poppy is dealing with the aftermath of Rolanda's remarks.
She looks stunning but it's a bit different from what she normally wears and I can see she's uncomfortable with it. The red fabric clings more than normal and gives a clue as to the lovely figure that she hides under her normal robes and her still dark hair tumbles down her back. "Don't worry Minerva. He'll love it" I say to relax her and privately I wonder if he'll be able to talk properly all night. "Thanks Pomona" she says and almost jumps when there is a knock at the door.
"Come in" her voice is remarkably calm even though we can see how nervous she is. Albus walks in and immediately stops. He unabashedly stares at her and she is captivated by him. He is for once wearing sensible robes of deep midnight blue that contrast his beard and bring out his eyes.
I'm almost jealous of Minerva and I'm sure she'll have competition tonight. However I can see that he has eyes only for her as he walks closer to her and gently kisses her hand. "You look absolutely stunning tonight my dear. Like a goddess in fact." She blushes a deep red to match her dress robes and Poppy and I look at each other and decide to leave them alone. It's quite embarrassing to watch really and as we leave we have to drag Rolanda out and stop her from leaving behind more extendable ears. The last thing we see before the door closes is Albus presenting Minerva with a flower and her replying "It's gorgeous Albus" in that soft tone of voice again.
