Chapter Six

Honestly

Scorpius was still supporting Rose as they entered the hospital. "Madam. We could use a little help out here." Scorpius called to the Med-Witch.

"Oh dear, what happened?" she asked running over to them.

"We were in flying class when Rose's broom started going crazy it took her up a good 50 yards then shook her off. I caught her when she was falling. Once she was safe on my broom I started to descend when mine began to act up. Thankfully, I was able to control it to the ground without anyone else getting hurt. I think she is just a little shaken up from everything. I know I am."

"Was the headmistress in formed?" Med-witch asked.

"Yes she was running to talk to our class when we passed her office." Scorpius said.

"Well noting is broken but she is a little shaken. Here sweetheart drink this." Med-witch handed her a drink. "Mr. Malfoy, I believe you should drink some too." she said handing him the other cup. "This should calm your stomach. Since it is time for lunch take it easy, and go to your last classes. Then I suggest you go to sleep early. And I mean that to both of you."

"Yes Madam, we will. May I ask how you knew I was a Malfoy?" Scorpius responded for the both of them. Rose just nodded.

"Oh, silly me I went to school with your parents. My name is Patil." The med-witch informed them. "Now, I know it wasn't your fault try and be more careful and the headmistress will find out what happened."

"Thank you Madam Patil." Rose thanked her.

"No problem, my dear. Please tell your mother I say hello." Madam Patil said and proceeds back to her office.

The doors to the hospital opened and the room turned to see who was coming in. "Albus, Catalina, are you okay? What happened?"

"Catalina fainted once you guys left." Albus answered.

"Okay I will be over in a minute. Help her onto the bed over there." Madam Patil ordered and pointed to the other side of the hall. "Now as for you two, you may leave."

Rose got up and started for the door and Scorpius quickly followed. They walked in silence for a minute or two. When Rose asked, "Why did you save me?"

"Because it was the right thing to do and I didn't want you to think that the broom you were riding was acting up because of me. Someone else is out to hurt you, Red." Scorpius said.

"oh… thank you." Rose mumbled looking down at her shoes. "I don't know of anyone who would want to hurt me."

"Well that just means that anyone could be a suspect." Scorpius said.

"Well I wouldn't say anyone. I think it is safe to say I have at least 2 people I know didn't do it." Rose corrected.

"And who are they?" Scorpius asked.

"You and Albus." she stated simply, while smiling sheepishly.

Scorpius smiled kindly and asked. "Are you hungry?"

"Not really. I was goanna go back to the room of requirements and read a bit." Rose turned and started to walk up the stairs.

"You probably shouldn't be alone and you should eat something." Scorpius said reaching for Rose's shoulder.

"Thank you, Scorp but I don't want anything to happen to you. If someone is after me I don't want to put anyone else in danger." Rose said not looking back. She could feel him tighten his grip on her to protest but she beat him to speak again. "Scorp, you may have saved me but this doesn't mean that I still won't beat you in everything we are up against each other for."

His face dropped a bit knowing he would be able to argue with her but he smiled "I wouldn't have it any other way."

"Good." Rose smiled and in almost a whisper said "However, I think I could get use to you calling me Red."

"I'm glad, Red." Scorpius said back, as he watched her walk up the stairs.