*SO SORRY for not updating in like a century! But, as is common to me, my laptop decide to crash (yet again). So, I had to start the chapter over from a different computer. I tried to get it up ASAP! Really hope you like it, sorry again.
*A lot of people are asking me what they think Belle looks like. The closest human being I can find to my vision of her is Perdita Weeks as Mary Boleyn in the Tudors. Like, Perdita in general doesn't look like Belle to me, just her as Mary Boleyn does, if that makes sense!
*Title of the chapter comes from 'Somebody That I Used to Know' by Gotye.
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"Rose, it would be lovely if you just stopped complaining for once," I snap, glaring at my younger sister. "Simon's invited us to come today and whether or not you want to be here, it's rude to act like you don't."
Rose huffs and narrows her eyes at me. "You know how much I hate quidditch. Everyone knows how much I hate quidditch! And it's bloody hot out!"
"Language, Rose," Dad chides. "Anyhow, it's high time you left the house."
"Fine, Dad. Sorry. It's hot out, and Belle made me wear these stupid robes. I don't understand why we have to look nice at a quidditch match anyway." Whether or not the occasion calls for it, it's still a good idea for Rose to brush her hair. And I do think that her green robes look nice on her. She'd much rather be in jeans, and she's making it obvious.
"Simon's father is team manager. We can't show up looking like complete rubbish," I reason. "And besides, we're going to his private box to view the match. It will be much cooler in there."
"Yeah, Rose, it's just like always. We never watch the quidditch matches outside," Scorpius adds, shuddering at the idea. "It's hot, and the people act so ridiculously."
Rose crosses her arms. "Still…"
"Quidditch is fun. Who doesn't like seeing the Falcons win?" Scorpius questions, bumping Rose on the shoulder. She punches him in the arm.
Hugo clears his throat. "The Arrows are going to win," he says proudly.
Scorpius raises a blond eyebrow. "Would you like to put some galleons on that?" He challenges.
"How many?"
"Boys, you know I don't like it when you bet," Mum sighs.
"Sorry, but the Falcons don't lose! Besides, I'd like some extra galleons," Scorpius smiles. Slowly but surely, he's been getting happier since our conversation the other day. Astoria's funeral is in a few days, and Dad's agreed to let him go. I think it's fair, but I just don't want the idea of it all to upset him again.
Nina tugs at the bottom of my robes. "Belly, there's Simon!" She points.
Sure enough, Simon is coming toward us. He looks absolutely handsome and important in his grey robes, perfect for my fiancé. If all goes well, we've decided to get married this winter, a few weeks after my birthday. Thinking about having a life of my own makes me nervous.
"Be nice, all of you," I tell my family, aiming the comment mainly at Mum and Rose.
I smile as Simon comes nearer to us. He gives me a quick kiss. Rose coughs.
"Good afternoon, Isobelle," Simon tells me, his blue eyes shining. "You look absolutely radiant."
Our eyes are connected a little too long for Mum's liking. She gives me a look. "Simon, I'd like to introduce you to my family. You know my parents, of course, and my brother Scorpius. This is my sister Rose, my brother, Hugo, and my youngest sister, Nina."
I don't think Simon's able to put their names with their faces. "It's a pleasure to meet you all."
All my siblings seem to be studying Simon at once as if he's an odd new toy for them to play with.
"Thanks for the tickets," Hugo finally say, smiling.
"You're welcome."
Nina cranes her neck to look Simon in the face. "I know you! You were in Belly's-"
"Yes, I know you, too," Simon replies quickly, sharing a look with me. Mum and Dad seem rather entertained by his embarrassment.
Nina giggles. "Can we get free tickets whenever we want now?" How incredibly rude.
"Yes, if you'd like."
"Thanks!"
Rose gives Simon a rather apathetic look. "So, you're marrying Belle, huh?" She questions.
Simon nods slowly. "Yes." I can tell he's overwhelmed by all of my siblings. I don't think he likes children much.
"You buy her really expensive jewelry. It's nice." Rose doesn't make any sort of point to hide the fact that what she's just said isn't anywhere near a compliment.
Simon frowns slightly. "Er, thank you…?"
"Rose."
Nina puts an end to the tension between Simon and Rose. Sadly, I fear she's about to create some of her own. "When you and Belly get married, you should have kids!" She suggests happily. "Don't you think so, Belly?"
Simultaneously, five pairs of eyes turn to look at me. "Um, well…I…"
Lucky for me, Nina decides to bombard Simon with yet another question. "Do you have kids?" She asks.
Simon looks as if he's about to choke. "No, I don't have any children."
"I think that's enough for questions," I say, giving my parents a pointed glance. Had they been speaking to anyone else, my parents would have already said something about how rude they're being. "I'm sure we're all looking forward to the match."
"I am. I'm ready to make some money," Scorpius says, smirking at Hugo.
Simon wrinkles his eyebrows. "Excuse me?"
"Hugo and I bet on the matches," Scorpius explains. "I say that the Falcons are going to win, and Hugo thinks the Arrows will. So, I'm going to win that bet, right?"
Simon looks conflicted. I know he wants to agree that the Falcons will win the match, but he also doesn't want to look bad for discouraging Hugo.
"I suppose we'll have to see," he says finally, checking his watch. "As a matter of fact-"
"UNCLE HARRY!" Nina shouts, taking off in the opposite direction.
Mum wrinkles her eyebrows. "Did she just say 'Harry'?" she questions, turning around.
Sure enough, I see the Potters making their way toward us from the other end of the stadium. Uncle Harry is holding a very excited Nina in his arms.
"Sweet!" Hugo says, running up to Lily.
I'm always happy to see the Potters. They're part of the small number of Weasleys who continued to speak to Mum after her divorce from Ron. I think she's grateful for that, too.
The smile is instantly wiped off my face when I see that Teddy is with them. Could things become any more uncomfortable? As if on cue, Simon puts his arm around my waist and possessively draws me closer to him.
"I think I have one of yours," Uncle Harry says, Nina squirming in his arms. He gives both Mum and Dad a greeting smile. I think it's always interesting to see Dad and Uncle Harry interact considering they used to hate each other.
"She needs to be put on a leash," Scorpius mutters. Dad gives him a look.
Mum smiles at Aunt Ginny. "Why didn't you tell me you all were going to be at the match today?" She questions.
"I didn't know either until this morning," Aunt Ginny answers, shrugging. "Harry surprised the kids with the tickets this morning and insisted Teddy come since he's been in a terrible mood." She talks about Teddy as if he's one of her children. He may as well be.
I chance a quick glance at Teddy. He does have a rather brooding, upset look on his face. He won't meet my eyes. I'm sure this is even more uncomfortable for him than it is for me.
"So, what are you all doing here?" Aunt Ginny asks, making conversation.
Mum purses her lips. I have the strangest feeling that I won't like her answer.
"My fiancé invited us to the match today," I answer. "Uncle Harry, Aunt Ginny, this is my fiancé, Simon Montague."
Simon extends a handshake to Uncle Harry and smiles amiably at Aunt Ginny. "It's quite a pleasure to meet you both."
"Isobelle, I didn't know you were getting married," Uncle Harry says, quickly turning his face away from Nina to prevent her from grabbing his glasses. Dad gives her a disapproving look.
Aunt Ginny shakes her head. "Neither did I!" Teddy, did you know?" she questions.
Teddy nods begrudgingly, finally looking at Simon and I. "Yeah, I did. Congratulations." He looks away again. Maybe I'm mistaken, but I think Mum gives me a look of what I'm guessing is sympathy.
Rose wrinkles her eyebrows and turns to look at me. "Belle, I thought you and Teddy-"
"Are close. Of course, I told Teddy I was getting married," I interject. I know that that was about to point out the fact that I told her Teddy and I weren't speaking. I also told Simon that Teddy and I weren't speaking. I don't need any reason for him to believe that something's going on that isn't. His fingers tense on my hip.
A horn blows, signaling a few minutes until the beginning of the match. Uncle Harry looks around, no doubt trying to keep track of his children. He sets Nina down. "Well, I suppose it's time for us to start making our way to our seats."
I want to say something to Teddy, but I know that I can't. I keep trying to catch his eye, to somehow convey to him that I am sorry, but I don't want Simon to see anything and get the wrong idea.
Finally, Teddy and I meets eyes. He has such a hurt expression on his face that it upsets me. I give him a faint smile.
Simon clears his throat, and I notice that he's looking at me. He smiles widely, but I can see in his eyes that he really doesn't have any intent to be friendly.
"Actually, Mr. Potter, I've invited Isobelle and her family to view the match from my private box. It would honor me if your family were to come as well."
I feel as I've just been slapped across the face. I can't help but turn to Simon, absolutely bewildered. "Simon, don't impose. I'm sure they've already paid for their tickets and-"
Simon waves his hand. "I could refund you in full, if you'd like. It's up to you, Mr. Potter."
"Simon that's very kind of you to offer," Aunt Ginny says hesitantly. I'm waiting- and desperately hoping- for her to refuse.
"It's no matter," Simon assures Aunt Ginny. "Any family of Isobelle's is family of mine. Including you, Mr. Lupin."
I want to scream at Simon for how rude and unfair he's being. Why would he put Teddy and I in a room together given everything that's going on? Why does he have so much against Teddy?
At some point, Lily, Albus, and James, must have heard in on Simon's invitation. I've never seen them look so sweet and innocent, except for Al.
"Please, can we, Mum?" Lily questions.
Aunt Ginny and Uncle Harry share a look. They must realize that saying no will put them in the position to deal with seven angry children, which is more trouble than it's worth. Uncle Harry sighs. "I suppose…"
"Yes!" The children cheer excitedly.
"What do you say?" Aunt Ginny prompts, giving a very motherly look to her three children.
"Thank you!" they chorus.
Simon grins. Funny, he didn't seem this happy around my siblings. "You're quite welcome."
Teddy looks as if he's seriously contemplating the idea of turning and running away. At that moment, Nina decides to slip her hand into his, sticking him with us.
"Teddy, can you turn your hair pink?" she questions. She's absolutely enthralled with the idea of Teddy being a metamorphagus.
"Maybe later," he mutters.
Simon seems rather satisfied with himself. "We wouldn't want to be late for the match. Now, if you'd all follow me."
As soon as my back is turned, I give Simon a disgusted look.
"Is something wrong?" he questions innocently.
"You know exactly what's wrong!" I whisper angrily. "How could you?"
"You said you wanted me to get to know your family better. What better way?" Simon retorts, using my words against me.
"Don't turn this around on me! You're just showing off to make Teddy feel inferior!" I turn around slowly, making sure that none of the others can hear us. If they can, they don't show any sign of it. I meet eyes with Mum, and the look in her eyes is clear. This isn't going to end well.
Not wanting anymore negativity, I turn back around. Simon places a kiss on my temple. "I love you, Mrs. Montague," he mutters huskily into my ear. It sends a chill down my spine.
"Don't call me that," I snap.
Simon doesn't say anything more to me as he opens the stadium door. He pulls a key from his robes, opening another door. The far side of the room doesn't have a wall, but is instead a floor-to-ceiling window. The players are on the opposite side, circled up to being. We're perfectly level with their main area of play.
"This is so cool!" Lily says excitedly, pressing her nose to the window. Her brothers look just as awed as her. That's one large difference between Uncle Harry and Dad. Even though he and Aunt Ginny are pretty wealthy, he prefers for his children to have as normal lives as possible. Dad doesn't agree with that.
Nina lets go of Teddy's hand and scurries up to the window. "I can't see!" She complains, trying to push Scorpius aside.
"Too bad, gnome!" He laughs.
"Scorpius, that's mean," Albus says quietly. Have I ever mentioned that he's my favorite Potter?
Hugo steps aside to let Nina stand in front of him. "Can you see better now?"
Nina smiles and nods. "Thanks, Hugo!"
Simon nudges my shoulder. I brace myself for him to make another stupid comment.
"Yes?" I ask bitterly.
Simon wrinkles his eyebrows slightly, as if he doesn't have the slightest idea why I'm upset. He decides it isn't worth it to act like he knows. "I'm going to go talk business with your father and Mr. Potter."
"Fine." Simon turns and walks away.
I sigh. He's being terribly arrogant, and I can't stand it.
I'm brought out of mood by the sight of the quidditch players flying past the window.
"Come on, come on, come on… fly faster," Scorpius mutters, his eyes glued to the window.
"Going for the Falcons?" James questions.
"Of course," Scorpius answers. "They're going to win, I've got galleons on it."
Well, at least the children seem happy and entertained. Mum and Aunt Ginny are sitting at a table, smiling and talking animatedly about something. As Simon said, he, Dad, and Mr. Potter are most likely discussing some extremely insignificant occurrence at the Ministry that they don't even have the power to change.
The only person who looks as unhappy as me is Teddy. Slowly, I make my way over and sit in the chair opposite him. Teddy and I glance at each other for a painfully long minute.
"Did you get my owl?" I question, searching Teddy's face for some sort of expression.
I know he doesn't want to talk to me, and I don't blame him. Still, I hope that he will say something. "Yes," he nods slightly.
"I'm sorry," I apologize. "For everything."
"None of it was your fault, remember?" Teddy reminds me stiffly.
I didn't expect him to forgive me so easily. "I was wrong, and I was being immature. What happened between us was my fault, I admit that. Refusing to do so really ruined a good friendship," I say wistfully.
When I say the word 'friendship', it looks as if Teddy's hurt by it. "Yeah, it did."
Teddy's trying to shut me down, but I can't keep all this on my conscience. It's been eating at me for days. "You were there for me when no one else in my family was. You always have been. I can't forget that, Teddy," I say.
"You act like you can," Teddy says back.
I want to argue with him, but he's right. "I was horrible to you. I realize that now."
"Now that you're angry with Simon?" Teddy asks. How can he tell? I open my mouth to ask, but Teddy cuts me off. "Belle, I know you. I can tell when you're upset."
"I'm not apologizing because of Simon," I assure him. "I'm apologizing because I miss our friendship. I miss always having someone to talk to and make me feel as if things can get better. You don't know how powerful that is."
"I do. That's why I wouldn't marry anyone who didn't make me feel that way," Teddy says in an accusing tone.
I glance at Simon. His back is turned to me, and I can only catch parts of his conversation. He's talking to Uncle Harry about how his father is the manager for the Falcons, and he's been left in charge of things for the day.
I turn back to Teddy. "You don't know anything about Simon and I, and that's not what I want to talk about. I want to talk about us."
"You made it pretty clear there wasn't an 'us'," Teddy says dejectedly.
I know it hurts him that I don't want to return his feelings. It makes me feel terrible, too. "Why me, Teddy? After all this time, after how much I've hurt you, why can't you let go?" I ask desperately. I know this isn't the time nor place to have this conversation, but I have to know Teddy's answer.
He runs his hand through his turquoise hair and looks away for a moment. "I don't know," he admits. "But it doesn't matter. You want something different."
"What is that?" I ask.
"You want all this," Teddy questions, gesturing around to room with one hand. He then sets eyes on my engagement ring.
I'm hurt that Teddy thinks I'm so superficial. I'm not, I just don't know anything different. "You mean this lifestyle? Teddy, how I live isn't going to change whether or not I marry Simon. I love him, not his money."
"And he loves you, too?" Teddy questions.
I think it's rude for him to ask me something like that. Regardless, I answer. "Yes, he does love me. No matter what you think of Simon, he's different from his family. " Whether he's being a pompous ass at the moment or not…
"Just like you, right?" Teddy asks. I don't know what to say. Teddy truly has stopped believing in me. How can he love me, yet act like he's so disgusted with me at the same time?
"Are you really even happy?" Teddy questions, looking deep into my eyes. I remember when he said they reminded him of his mum's. I bet he wishes he could take that back now.
"You shouldn't ask me that," I say uncomfortably.
Teddy ignores me. "Are you?"
Why shouldn't I be happy? I have a family who loves me, and I'm getting married. Or am I oversimplifying things?"
"No," I say, "I'm not happy."
Teddy looks as if he didn't expect me to confess. "Why aren't you happy?" He questions.
"Because things are ruined between us. I want to change that, but I can't," I say with defeat. "Teddy, you don't understand how much I need you. I didn't understand either. But now, I really am alone. I don't have anyone to talk to who truly understands. That person was always you."
I reach out and gently take Teddy's hand in mine. He quickly looks to make sure Simon isn't watching. It's only a friendly gesture, but I suppose it's better that he doesn't see.
I can see the regret in Teddy's eyes. "You don't need me," he says, shaking his head.
I squeeze Teddy's hand. "If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be here, Teddy. You saved my life," I remind him. "More than once. You made me feel important again. "
"A lot of good that did me," he mutters. I hope it isn't teasing Teddy to tell him how important he is to me. I just want him to know.
"Do you forgive me?" I blurt out.
"For what?" Teddy asks.
"For ruining things. Between us, between you and Holden, between you and Victoire…?" The list could go on.
Teddy doesn't say anything for a while. He nods. "I'd give up all those people all over again for you," he tells me.
I can barely help the strangled sound that comes from my lips. I feel like such a terrible person. Maybe if I hadn't blamed Holden breaking up with me on Teddy, maybe things would have ended differently. Now, I don't think I'll ever know.
"WHAT IN MERLIN'S NAME? YOU CALL THAT A PASS?" Scorpius shouts, beating his hand on the glass so hard that I jump. It's a good thing the glass can't break. One of the players gives Scorpius a confused look before flying off. James and Hugo laugh.
I'm rather thankful for the distraction. Seeing my siblings and cousins- with the exception of Scorpius- happier makes me feel slightly better. Even Rose seems to be enjoying herself talking to Albus. He's much kinder about explaining quidditch to her than Scorpius.
Simon looks in my direction, and I immediately let go of Teddy's hand. He says a few quick parting words to Uncle Harry and Dad before making his way over to me.
Simon sits down in the chair beside me, setting Teddy with a cold stare. "Simon," I say. "Are you done talking to-"
Before I can finish speaking, Simon's lips are on mine, giving me an intoxicating kiss. I pull away.
"Not in front of everyone," I whisper to Simon, showing no sign that I know he's only being affectionate to me to annoy Teddy.
"You know I can't resist you," Simon tells me, trying to kiss me again.
"Well, you're going to have to try for the time being." The way Simon is behaving and the conversation I just had with Teddy are definitely complicating things.
Realizing that I'm not happy, Simon decides to talk to Teddy instead. "Enjoying yourself, Lupin?" he questions smugly.
"The match is all right. Thanks for inviting me," Teddy replies, refusing to be intimidated by Simon. I hide a small smile.
"I wasn't talking about the quidditch match. I was talking about you holding hands with my fiancé," Simon says bluntly, an edge to his voice. "I trust you're enjoying Isobelle's company more than the quidditch match?"
"You aren't being a very good host," I inform Simon rigidly.
Simon takes my hand in his, bringing my knuckles to his lips. "My apologies, love. You, too, Lupin. Perhaps we should get to know each other better? Isobelle's told me quite a lot about you, and I'd like to hear some of it for myself."
Teddy doesn't seem interested in taking Simon up on his offer. "I know you well enough, thanks."
Simon pretends to be disappointed at Teddy's reluctance. "We haven't spoken in years. I'm afraid we now only know each other through Isobelle."
I'm taken aback by Simon's comment. Teddy and I look at each other, and it's then that he realizes that I've told Simon everything that's happened between Teddy and me. I didn't think that was a bad idea until now.
"I can't believe how rude you're being!" I tell Simon, knowing Teddy's thinking the same thing as me. "I'm not comfortable that you're treating my friend this way."
Simon leans so close to me that his lips brush my ear. Teddy pretends to suddenly be interested in the quidditch match. "I'm not comfortable with the feeling that there is something going on that I don't know about," he counters. "You told me you and Lupin weren't friends, or anything for that matter."
"We reconciled," I say through clenched teeth. "I can have male friends."
"Yet I can't have friends of my own?"
"You share your bed with your friends," I remind Simon.
Simon leans back in his chair and considers me for a moment. He gives Teddy a tight smile. "Excuse me, Lupin, but I'd like to have a word with Isobelle outside." Simon stands up and extends his hand to me. "Will you come outside a moment?"
I'm not in any mood to argue with Simon, but I know that if I don't go with him, things will just get infinitely worse. I stand and accept Simon's hand. "We'll be back in a minute," I promise Teddy.
Teddy doesn't say anything. He just gives me a look similar to when I used to have private discussions with Holden. I'm not in any way afraid of Simon, though. Mum looks up from her conversation with Aunt Ginny and gives me a worried look. I try to let her know that things are all right. She doesn't seem convinced.
Simon shuts the door behind us. I glare at him, unable to decide what I want to say first.
Simon thinks of something to say before I do. "I want to hear the truth about you and Lupin," he demands. "Now."
I cross my arms. "Firstly, not even my father speaks to me that way, so you aren't going to. And second, I already told you the truth."
Simon nods slowly. "I wasn't aware that your version of the truth involved you and Lupin making eyes at each other."
"We weren't! We were talking! Perhaps we wouldn't have had that chance if you were more concerned with treating me like your fiancé instead of just showing off! You're acting exactly like the sort of man I didn't want you to be!"
Simon comes closer to me. "Me? I can't even turn my back without you flirting with Lupin! That isn't how you speak to a man you aren't on good terms with!"
"You made it plain you didn't know how to speak to him either! Your behavior was appalling! I thought that you changed! Or was that just bullshit you were going to play along with until I agreed to marry you?"
"I have changed!" Simon protests, his eyes flashing indignantly. "Had you been my first wife, I wouldn't have given a damn who you were talking to or what you were doing! But, I'll be damned if I stand idly by and let another man treat you that way!"
"Are you really that jealous that you won't let anyone else care about me?" I question. "Quit being so damned proud and just admit it, already!"
Simon's face flushes. "I'm not discussing this right now." He turns around to go back.
I put my hand on Simon's shoulder to stop him. "Don't walk away from me! If you can accuse me of things, then I can do the same! Admit that you're jealous of Teddy! No matter how much money you have, or how much better than him you act, that doesn't make me any happier! It just makes things worse!" I inform him.
Simon clenches his jaw, and I can tell that he's coming dangerously close to snapping. "How the hell do you think it makes me feel to see you and Lupin looking at each other that way? You've never looked at me that way!" Simon points out. He really is jealous…
Perhaps I look at Teddy that because he's actually willing to make sacrifices for me. Simon says he will, but so far I haven't seen too many.
"I'm not marrying Teddy, I'm marrying you!" I remind Simon, clutching the front of his robes and forcing him to look me in the eye. "Quit hiding behind your money and admit that you're human! People get jealous, but that's life! Sometimes we do things we wish we hadn't, or we push away people who really care for us, and sometimes you can't fix it completely! No matter how rich you are, you can't avoid it!"
Simon seems to be looking through me rather than at me. "Are you talking about you and me? Or you and Lupin?"
"Which one of you am I marrying?" I question. "I'm talking about you."
"Let's not act like naïve little children. Marriages and feelings aren't related."
I know that Simon doesn't believe that completely. If he did, he wouldn't have ever felt the need to marry me.
"Sometimes they are! Believing that doesn't make you naïve! Maybe you need to believe in something after all we've been through together! I can't just give up- Teddy, I love you!" I cry desperately. "Why don't you understand that?"
Simon removes my hands from his robes, a look of near-hatred on his face. "I understand perfectly," he snarls.
Why does he seem so upset? I reach for his hand, but he snatches it away. "You do? Wonderful, then how about we just put all this to rest? We're getting married, we don't want to ruin that."
"There's no way in hell I'm marrying you anymore!" Simon snaps, backing away from me like I'm some monster.
My eyebrows wrinkle. Is he really going to let one argument ruin things? "What? Why not? It isn't like we've never argued before, and this won't be the last time. You can't just break things off over an argument."
Simon narrows his eyes at me. "I can when you tell me plain and clear that you don't love me! What else would you expect me to do, after everything I've given you?"
Simon's acting like an idiot. I put my hands on my hips. Where is all this coming from? I told him that he couldn't give up on me. I'm on his side. "When the hell did I ever say…" Suddenly, it dawns on me. "Oh, Merlin. No, Simon, you don't understand. I didn't mean-"
"Yes, you did. And honestly, I don't give a damn. I'm not allowing myself to be hurt by some half-blooded whore," he drawls, as if it nothing would please him more than to hurt my feelings.
"How can you call me that?" I question, nearly beside myself.
"How can you say that you love Lupin?" Simon demands. He doesn't even give me time to explain myself. "Most likely, I should be thanking you. Your confession probably just saved me a great amount of unnecessary trouble from my family. Perhaps ridding myself of you will be one step toward them finally accepting me."
"You said you loved me," I say quietly, my lip trembling.
"You said otherwise yourself," Simon retorts. "Keep your engagement ring, I don't care. Just know that you aren't getting another ring for me."
"Simon-"
"This conversation is over. Now, I'm not immature enough to cause a scene. I won't act any differently around your family for the remainder of the match, and I expect you to do the same. Afterwards, though, I don't expect to hear from you ever again. You and Lupin enjoy your lives together." Simon's voice has no emotion in it whatsoever. He's serious.
How can one accidental sentence change the course of my life so much? Not five minutes ago, I was still marrying Simon. I was conflicted over my relationship with Teddy, but I'm not sure I would have intentionally given up everything for him just because he was willing to do the same for me. In reality, though, I have lost nearly everyone except for Teddy. This realization causes part of me to think that maybe my confession wasn't all that accidental.
*(A/N: Hope you guys liked the Belle/Teddy reconciliation. It just broke my heart when they were apart. Do you think they're going to be end game! Let me know what you thought of the chapter! Leave a review!