AN: In this chapter, we explore what Albus and Scorpius's natural talents are! We also meet the weird Potions teacher, who may or may not play a bigger role later in the story.
Disclaimer: Don't own any of the characters or anything even remotely related to the Harry Potter Franchise, except my own copies of the books and some merchandise.
A Reputation
Over September and October, Scorpius Malfoy and Albus Potter had gained collective nicknames such as "the Terrible Two" and "Brat Princes". The reason for the latter was that both boys were sons of well-known figures in the wizarding world, and as such, seemed to think of themselves as royalty. They obviously considered themselves above the rules, or so many teachers thought. The truth was that they simply loved a laugh, enjoyed the attention, and had a knack for causing trouble worthy of Fred (senior) and George Weasley.
Being very intelligent boys, both Scorpius and Albus didn't have to study all that much to keep up with the class. It was only first year, after all, and everything was still rather simple. And so, the friends did relatively well in their subjects, but it was clear that each had individual aptitudes.
Albus took a special interest in History of Magic. While most of his classmates, including Scorpius, where almost dying of boredom, Albus listened attentively to every word Professor Binns said. Being a ghost, he was ageless, and therefore still teaching.
Scorpius, on the other hand, had a natural instinct for Potions. Potions was the only class in which Scorpius didn't try and disrupt the lesson, or "liven things up" as he called it. Never the one to initiate mischief, Albus just watched with intrigue as his friend created the most amazing things, in liquid form. The Potions master was a rather pretty woman with waist-length, dead-straight, silky silver hair. She had a beautiful face. If one looked at her face, they might think she's in her twenties, but a glance at her hands told them that she was much, much older. Scorpius suspected that she brewed herself potions to keep her youthful appearance.
No one was really sure if they like her or not. Professor Prince was polite and patient, but she was also strict and somber. She didn't show much emotions when she spoke or with her facial expressions. Albus liked her. . . she reminded her of a wise, elven queen. If she ever smiled, she might have been one of the nicest people they knew; but alas, she never smiled. Professor Prince had high expectations of her students, and took a liking to Scorpius due to his talent. She calmly disagreed with the other teachers that ranted on about his horrible behaviour, and wouldn't hear a word against him. More than anything else, she ignored Albus.
AN: Professor Prince. . . anyone make the connection? She's not Snape's mother, I'll tell you that much.
Next Chapter: Invitations
And its just one friend. . . the only one I have, really.
. . .to be continued!