Chapter 2

&Very sorry for not updating. I have this story in a writing book, and I haven't had the time to sit down and type it out. I will work on Chapter 3 and hopefully have it up soon as well. Don't forget to leave a review.&~Mirokufangirl229

The Life of a Snake is Cruel

Tuluse woke up, he and Markus only had two hours sleep. After getting dressed, Tuluse followed his brother Actrise like a puppy. Actrise smiled and nuggied his brother lovingly. "Brother, do you think the others will make fun of me getting an owl at Diagon Alley? I mean you purchased a cat-"

Before Tuluse could say anymore, Actrise nuggied him again. As they got closer to the Great Hall, Tuluse grumbled under his breath and spoke again.
"Ah! What was that for? Why do you keep doing that?"

Actrise chuckled and replied. "You worry too much. Plus, owls are more useful than you think. If it makes you feel any better, Matthew has an owl too."

Tuluse smiled and replied with relief. "Really?"

"Yes, but be careful, it bites." Actrise replied, showing an old scar on his finger. Tuluse nodded as they took a seat at their table. Markus yawned while sipping his orange juice, and so did Tuluse as he reached for a scone. Actrise sipped his orange juice and laughed slightly while he spoke.

"Rough night you two? "

"Yes, we were just so excited we just couldn't sleep." Tuluse replied.

"So we talked all evening. I guess we forgot about the time." Markus added. Actrise chuckled and replied.
"Indeed, it would seem that way." Actrise then went back to his breakfast.

After their meal, the boys quickly headed off to their classes. First, was transfiguration. Markus and Tuluse simply nodded at one another, and found a seat near a boy named Uraku. The boy we knew who thought he was to be in Ravenclaw. Never the less, he and Ian were catching up on old times. So he didn't mind being in Slytherin. Besides, he did see himself as cunning. Plus, heaven knows he has enough determination for his studies. Speaking of studies, he appeared to be concentrating on writing notes that Professor Dumbledore had made on the board. Both boys decided that it was a good idea to study as well.

The Bane Family were known to be excellent in school, never a bad apple. Well, in school anyway. As Tuluse began to make notes, a crumpled ball of paper hit him upside the head.
"Oww!"
Tuluse belted, looking for the culprit. As he scanned the room, he found them. A group of Gryffindor's sitting in the corner of the classroom, giggling. Tuluse frowned at them in annoyence, rubbing his head grumbling slightly.

"Is there a problem Mr. Bane?" Professor Dumbledore asked, Tuluse looked at his Professor. He was tall, with brown hair, and sad blue eyes. Apart from that, he was very young. He actually looked more like a student than a Professor. Still, Tuluse showed respect none the less.

"No sir, I was a bit distracted as all."

Professor Dumbledore nodded, and calmly replied.

"Very well, carry on then with your notes please. This will be on the mid term exam after all."

"Yes Professor." Tuluse replied, getting back to his notes.

Professor quietly returned to writing on the board. Tuluse tried desperately to concentrate, but all that rang in his ears were the constant snickering from the Gryffindor boys. Tuluse wanted this class to be over, so he could be with his brother again.

Later… After Charms…

"You're awfully quiet Tuluse, something the matter?" Markus asked, clearly noticing Tuluse's silence. Tuluse sighed and replied.

"No, well… I don't know… Those Gryffindor Boys were bothering me during Transfiguration…" Markus scoffed and replied.

"Yes, I saw that. Best be on your guard. One of them is the younger brother of the Gryffindor third year YOUR brother beat up."

Tuluse nodded while replying "Yes, I shall indeed watch myself closely."

After Ancient Runes, Tuluse caught up with his brother in the hallway. They chatted for a bit, then Actrise headed to Defence Against the Dark Arts class. Tuluse had a free period after lunch, and so did his new pals Uraku and Markus. So they all decided to head to the library to study. Of course, Slytherin students always keep up with their studies. It was only natural. However, many people always think Slytherin is an evil and treacherous house. Tuluse realized this when he and his friends entered the library. Gasps, and death glares were upon them. Uraku, the geek of the group with brown hair and thick glasses found a table in the corner. It was the only one that was available. The trio sat down and began to study.

Suddenly, a young boy with brown hair and yellow eyes came into the library. Tuluse recognized him from the sorting ceremony; he was Andrew Brown, the boy sorted into Hufflepuff. He walked over to the trio and set his bag down on the large desk. Small gasps echoed from the other students. They couldn't believe he would dare sit with him. Many forget just how kind Hufflepuff's are. Andrew cleared his throat and spoke.

"Uhh, ello. Any room here? All the other tables appear to be full."

Tuluse smiled warmly, and replied.

"Sure, pop right down."

Andrew smiled right back and replied "Ah, much obliged."

He then too got down to his studies. Sooner or later, more Hufflepuff students joined the table. Tuluse did not understand. Most usually hate Slytherin. His friend Markus didn't appear to understand either, as he asked the puffs confidently. He of course was too shy to say anything.

"So, why do you sit wit us?"

Markus asked, to which Andrew's sister Cornelia answered "We Hufflepuff's don't discriminate. We generally like everyone."

"Well, that's good to know." Tuluse said, finally saying something.

Just then, those mean Gryffindors showed up. They looked right at Markus, smirking ear to ear. 'Oh no…' Tuluse thought, lowering his head. Markus patted his shoulder and whispered "Keep it together Mate." Tuluse smiled warmly, nodding. Tuluse knew that as long as he had his friends, he would be okay. Once the free period was over, it was dinner time.

The Great Hall…

Everyone was enjoying their meals, except Tuluse. Worried, Actrise spoke. "You okay little brother?" Tuluse nodded and replied.

"Yes, I just don't have an appetite at the moment."

Actrise rolled his eyes and replied-scoffing slightly.

"Liar, I can always tell when you're lying."

Tuluse sighed, and replied again. "F-Fine, I'll tell you when he get back to the common room."

Actrise sipped his milk, smirking in victory. "Good." He simple uttered, taking a bite of his mashed potatoes next. Tuluse knew that in his heart, he could never hide anything from his brother. So why bother trying now?

An hour later…. Slytherin Common Room…

"THEY DID WHAT?!"

Actrise's angered screams could be heard through ought the Slytherin Common Room. Two students in the corner studying went to bed in fear. This was Actrise reacting to Tuluse telling him what happened during Transfiguration.

"Calm down Big Brother! It was just a piece of paper!" Tuluse said, sitting next to Markus on the sofa. Actrise scoffed like he did at dinner and replied "Rubbish!" He then began to pace near the fireplace.

"It's more than that! They know you were my brother! They know who I won a fight against last year!" Actrise added, pacing faster now in frustration. Tuluse sighed in frustration as well, replying to his elder brother.

" They were just teasing me, I am in Slytherin remember? No one likes anyone in Slytherin."

"No Tuluse, don't you see it?! They know you are my younger brother. Afraid that I beat up a third year, they pick on you instead! Bloody Cowards! They call themselves Gryffindors!" Actrise thundered, pacing faster than ever. Tuluse was just about to make a rebuttal, but Markus intervened, getting up from the sofa.

"Actrise…I am certain one of the boys were Tyler Laion. The younger brother of Maxwell Laion, the third year's lights you made go out." Markus said, putting his hand on Actrise's shoulder. It was to reassure him, and to make him cease pacing.

"I knew it! Bloody hell!" Actrise said, growling slightly. "Thanks Mate." Actrise added, patting Markus' shoulder back.

"No problem, any time." Markus replied, before heading to the dorm rooms. Tuluse frowned. How dare Markus break their confidence. However, Tuluse knew Actrise would find out some way or another. Actrise sat next to Tuluse, worry on his face. Tuluse rolled his eyes and put his arm around his brother and spoke.

"Actrise, I can handle myself." Actrise simply rolled his eyes, and grunted. It was if he was about to say something. Tuluse kept going so he wouldn't have the chance. "Actrise please, don't intervene. Do it only when I ask of you. Tyler is my age after all, therefore it is between him and I."

Actrise chuckled and replied. "Noble as ever, just like Father. He'd be proud of you Tuluse."

Tuluse chuckles back, leaning against Actrise slightly.

"He's be proud of both of us. Anyway, we best get to bed. I have class, and YOU have Quidditch practice in the morning."

Actrise rolled his eyes replying "Oh merlins beard, do not remind me. Good night little brother."

With that, Actrise went off to bed. Tuluse smiled and went to bed as well. Tomorrow, would be a very difficult day.