Chapter 5

"Words speak louder than actions"

Scorpius POV

It is normally believed that actions speak louder than words but in my case it was just the opposite. The moment I insulted Rose I knew I had made a mistake but I was tired my mind had stopped working. I know Rose is great at school and quidditch but dancing was not for her. It was a pain to see her put all her efforts to do just a simple step all in vain. Throughout the practise I tried my best to encourage her. She herself was quite surprised to see my that form - my actions were unexpected for both of us but then 'my words'.

My words were the real culprit not me. Albus' sister is a bit too nosy sometimes. What was the need to ask that question to a dead tired man when she knew the answer herself. She provoked me but only I was blamed – 'Nature is so unfair'. And then what was the need for Rose to shed tears? We always fight - we are habituated to it - but had never seen her act like this. But there again it was my fault. By my actions I showed I was all 'friendy-trendy' and by my words I proved we would always remain foes.

"Hey mate I am standing here from past five minutes not to be totally ignored - so tell me how was the practise?" asked Albus.

"Albus how are you friends with me?" I asked.

"What do you mean Scorp", he said looking confused.

"I am a complete prat, even I myself wouldn't be friends with me," I said.

"What's the matter dude?" He questioned looking worried.

"Rose tried her best to cooperate with me and I said the most insulting things ever - and that too in front of Lily" I told him.

"And now you feel horrible - don't worry she'll understand just apologise" He said.

This was the most favourable yet the least expected response from Albus. He was a complete family boy quite overprotective for Rose and Lily. I actually expected him to drag me with my collar then push me from the highest mountain cliff - Ok fine I am exaggerating but then response which he gave me was just not expected.

"What do you think of me Scorp, I know you for past 5 years- I can actually make out when you are truly sorry and when you are just pretending to be sorry" he said.

"Thanks mate but I do have an explanation" I said.

"I am all yours. Tell me", He asked raising his eyebrow.

I told him about my state of mind and Rose's calibre but at the end of it he seemed quite amused.

"Even Lily was there and she shouted at you - my little sister - Scorpius Malfoy was finally chastised by a baby!" He said laughing.

"She not a baby Al, she is 14 don't forget it was her 'grreat' idea to get me partnered with Rose - she is wicked man" I said .

"Now is it - But I guess you are right Lilly's naughty mind is full of wicked ideas and let me warn you - you are definitely her next victim" he smirked.

"What do you mean I am her victim? - I was her victim" I replied.

"No mate-you are her victim" he corrected me. "The dance thing was just a trailer, the entire movie is waiting for you ahead" he said.

"What am I supposed to do now?" I asked getting worried.

"You know what Scorp this time I will not help you - You did insult our cousin no matter for what reason so whatever they are going to do is what you fully deserve," he said darkly.

I never noticed the hair on my skin so erect - all the Weasleys and Potters had turned against me and our ratio was 1 : God knows what number!

"Oh dude you are already pale - don't worry Rose will eventually forgive you but for now it's the payback time" He said patting on my back.

What does he think – he will scare me? Malfoys are always prepared for wars. The ones against Weasleys have always been our favourite. But whatever the matter was it was my fault after all. So I guess I couldn't blame these girls for plotting against me. In fact I was quite thankful to escape Albus' reaction. Man! He can get scary sometime being the son of chosen one and all. So now my thinking stops from where it started "Words do speak louder than actions" at least in my case.

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