Hi all…. This drabble took me hours to write. Using only 100 words is really not easy, and this one started out as almost 200. I'm trying to update regularly, but without reviews it just gets depressing, you know? Even if it's just a smiley face, or a frowney face, that's still appreciated….
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After rising, Dobby joined the rows of house-elves preparing food.
He tossed a salad; began seasoning it- vinegar, paprika, garlic. Something was missing……
Pepper! Dobby spiced it liberally.
In a burst of freedom, he grinned, emptied the whole box into the bowl. He had never dared at the Malfoys'; yet here, Dumbledore had expressly permitted him to experiment.
Eyes shining, Dobby bent over to smell his salad. As he leaned in, a puff of pepper rose idly- and Dobby sneezed loudly.
As the other house-elves turned, stared at the newcomer who disturbed their rhythm, Dobby clapped his hands in delight.
