September 3, 1976
"Miss Fleamont… Miss Fleamont wake up. Hermione!"
I immediately get up after hearing someone call my name. My surrounding immediately went spinning. I clutched my head and groaned and absentmindedly open the curtain of my bed and found the disgruntled Shahara Patil hoving just beside my bed.
"You called me?" I asked.
"Yes. You need to prepare because we're gonna be late in taking our breakfast. " she informed her.
I frown and cast a quick tempus. For God sake it is only 5:30 in the morning!
"I thought breakfast is serve at 7 o'clock to 8 o'clock and 30 minutes?" I asked.
Shahara Patil looked at me oddly. "Oh. I am sorry. Guess it slip in my mind that you are not here yesterday night when the first year was informed of the House Rules. We usually take our breakfast at 6 o'clock. The entire Ravenclaw house I mean. It has been a rule ever since… well… I don't know really. Well I think this is to insure that we eat our breakfast. You know, we Ravens often forgo eating just to read." she explained.
"At 6 in the morning?"
"I know it may sound ridiculous, I had the same impression when I am a first year. But, you'll know the reason when we eat our breakfast. Now get up. You only have 15 minutes to prepare."
I signed and hurriedly scampered in my bed and run to the bathroom. After 15 minutes, I was ready and already walking down to the common room with Shahara Patil who really resembles the Patil Twins in my time…or is it the other way around?
I saw young Amelia Bones with another student along the way, the cheek bones is still prominent I noted. I noticed that the girl Miss Bones is with has a gold pin in her chest. Turns out to be the Head Girl by the look of the Badge she's wearing. The two women sensed that they were being watched and they glance at our direction and gave a brief nod then proceeded to the Great Hall. The hall is still the same just like in my time and the ceiling has a clear sky giving the mood that we're outdoor.
When we arrived at the Ravelnclaw table, many of the Ravens are already chatting and eating. It is evident that the older years are already accustomed to the routine and some are forcing drowsy first year to wake up and eat their meal. In short, the table is packed.
"Wow. Are we late already?" I can't help but point out.
"You'll get used to it." Shahara Patil said.
Everyone seems occupied. Some of the older years are already having a debate with some younger raven. The foods begun appearing and Miss Patil begun filling her plate.
"Everyone seems close."
"Well, not really. I mean, we are not like Hufflepuff who made it their life mantra to have and be friends with everyone. But, with our house system, having friends with younger years cannot be avoided."
Really?The girl was about to eat when she realize that I am still waiting for her to elaborate. The former sighed and drop her spoon in her plate.
"Every fourth years has been assigned to help young ravens in our House." Shahara Patil explained. "Again, it has been our House Tradition. The fourth year has been tasked to teach the first years of every rule of Hogwarts. Assist them in their given assignments. Only assist not spoon feed them with knowledge. This is to insure that every first year would be able to adjust immediately in our life and routine. The second years is tasked to help our fifth years strictly academic related stuff. Second years run errands for the fifth years, reminding them of the things they needed to do. The reason for this is that fifth year is the start for the year of O. , so we fifth years spend our time reading and often time lost track of time. This is also the reason why fourth years were tasked to help the first years. They need to build camaraderie to each other for they will also help each other in the following year. The third years do not have any task to take. Third year is after all the time for elective so we give them freedom. The sixth years is given the role to be role model. They often time settle disputes within our house. The Seventh years are Lords. Don't disturb them. They are practically hermits studying for Newts. The prefect in the House is the one assigned to remind them to eat. So basically, the Ravenclaw House is pretty organized. No books while eating, but debate is not discouraged." Shahara added.
Wowthat is so organized and pretty brilliant. "So basically, the Rules were made in order to insure that 'we' will eat on time."
"Very astute." Shahara replied then immediately shove a food in her mouth.
I am really impressed now and wonder if this is still implemented during my time.So that's way the Ravenclaw table is always full every morning.That surely answered the puzzle. But, I also noted that even with organized system, that didn't stop the other Ravens to bully Luna. Meaning, what Shahara said is more or like the system theory.
"Wow. That is pretty cool." I can't help but smile. Despite the flaws of the system, it is evidently effective. "So who is the second year assigned to assist you?"
Shahara gruff. "Obviously none, but I was assigned to you. It supposed to be Bones but obviously because of the recent events Anne (the Head Girl) decided to lighten her load. Now, why not we focus on eating first before we go on question and answer portion."
"O-Okay" that is just plain rude.
"Thank God." The girl muttered then focuses on eating.
I considers to ate in silence but decided against it.
"Why Miss Bones can't do it?"
Shahara Patil looked at her like she grown two horns.
"Seriously? It's all over the Daily Prophet and you didn't hear about it?"
Now I am already tempted to roll my eyes. I kinda' stop reading the Prophet after all the incredulous rumor and conspiracy theories Rita Skeeter is spouting. "Yes. That's why I asked."
Shahara raised her brows and sigh in defeat.
"Better read Daily Prophet from now on and you owe big for not letting me eat my breakfast peacefully. But since you asked, well…" Shahara fidgeted nervously and checked if there are others eavesdropping but finding none then looked at me again. "The Bones Family has been massacred last summer. No one is alive except Amelia and her older brother, Edgar Bones recently graduated and in overseas at that time. It is still an unsolved case." Shahara whispered.
She shuddered. "Wha… What do you mean unsolved? Okay that is a dumbed question."
Shahara snorted and sneaked a mouthful of food. That basically end the conversation and the girl stocked her mouth with food disabling her to talk or answer any more questions.
I lost my appetite. Unresolved? Meaning the ministry has no suspect yet, or there is a suspect but they lack evidence. Voldemort is already starting flexing his limbs which further means that Voldemort activities are still covert. As far as she can remember, having read The Rise and Fall of Dark Arts, Voldemort made himself known as Wizard Liberator sometimes at 1976 and his influence and power is at its peaked during 1980's. In between of such years, disappearance are prominent, as well as, muggles death tolls. The Ministry is already losing by 1980's and if it is not for Harry, Voldemort might have successfully taken over Wizarding Britain.
Unfortunately for me, I arrived at the time where things are just getting started. I will be meeting several deatheaters-in-making no doubt.One is Regulus Black.I resigned at my fate. The best I can hope is that Professor Dumbledore would be able to find the answer to bring me back in my own time. I needs to go back. That is the only right thing to do at my case. I can't risk changing anything because it may result by nor being unborn or any other of my friends.
I tried to stirred myself from gloomy thoughts. There is no good worrying. All I need to do is where I'm the best and good at which is researching and the best place is at Hogwarts Library.
Well, it did not go as I planned. I forgot that my schedule for today is loaded and has no room for Library not until evening. I have Ancient Runes at 9:00am-11:00am and Charms from 1:00 pm to 5:00pm in the afternoon with Slytherins. Bloody Slytherins. Shahara not subtly maneuvered me to Ancient Runes room. Conveniently, they have the same schedule. Well, almost all Ravenclaw has the same schedule having enlisting with the same subject and electives.
The professor in Ancient Runes is still Professor Sinitra. She is still young maybe in her 30's. Thus, having Professor Sinitra means following her ridiculous seat plans. Which is like playing a game of Trip-to-Jerusalem. The one who is not able to acquire a seat (for arriving late) is made to seat at the teacher's seat in front and became the Day's Scribe and also the so-called person of authority, meaning, Professor Sinitra will throw him or her Ancient Related questions here and there. Yes, in short, you will be singled out. Though for her, she never was late to Ancient Runes so she never experienced it.
When we arrived at the room, many students is already having their seat and chatting. It is not really a big crowd. They were 15 students at most and all the front seats are occupied so I and Shahara settled in the seat at the back.
"Girl, you really owe me big having deprived me a seat in front." Shahara grumbled.
"Hmm…Sorry?" I replied and the other girl just huffed but still reward me smile in the end. The other girl is clearly on the better mood. Maybe her grumpiness moment ago can be attributed for lack of breakfast or sleep? Thus, I shall reconsidered my first impression to her.
As if on cue, Professor Sinitra entered the room but not Snape-like and there is no billowing robe.
"Good day Fifth years! Let's do our tradition do the fast talk. As usual, I flash runes and you will identify it. The automatic sticking runes in your chairs are at place. Let see if your reflexes is still good or better just like last year. Now let's begin."
I mentally cursed. This is no way like Professor Sinitra at my time. Before I can ever get my bearing, a flash of runes hovered the air.
"F" or the symbol looks like an 'F'
I attempted to stand but I was stuck in the chair!
"Fehu! (feoh)meaning cattle or wealth sign of hope and plenty, success and happiness." Someone said who is clearly a male by his voice.
"2 points for Slytherin and nice reflex as usual Mr. Black." Proffesor Sinitra commended.
'Y' (the symbol looks like electric post)
This time, I was able to get up. "Yes! That'sAlgizmeaning Protection, a shield. Best use in Defense or warding off of evil."
"2 points for Ravenclaw. You're the new student. I belatedly sorry, It slip my mind that you took my class. I should have given better explanation but anyway, glad you can keep up. So that is another 1 point for you for impressing me Miss Fleamont."
Then another rune is flash. It looks like a standing arrow.
"Tiwazsymbol of Tyr the sky god. It signifies honor, justice, leadership and authority. Analysis, rationality. Knowing where one's true strengths lie. Willingness to self-sacrifice. Victory and success in any competition or in legal matters." I answered again. Oh I am really on my game now. I responded immediately and answered all other nine runes flashed by Professor Sinitra. The other student didn't have the chance. I can't help but smirk.
"That ends our game. I must say I am truly impressed. You know your basic well Miss Fleamont. So let me have a surprise question for you. Who among you know how to write your name in runes?
I immediately stood and flicked my wand and wrote midair.
(HERMIONE)
"10 points for Ravenclaw! You set yourself a high standard Miss Fleamont. I will expect nothing less." Professor Sinitra praise her.
I beamed. Yeah, I know all this. I was already sixth year in my time so basically this is a review. My O.W.L exam is still fresh in my mind and having to make a rune of your name is already thought to her. Some might view this as cheating but I know it's not. This is only the result of the my unfathomable luck. Blame the universe.
"Well, that is enough for today. I believe we really do not need to revisit your basics. I will expect next meeting you already 3 chapters ahead of the assigned book and bring the assigned materials. We will now begin rune casting. Dismiss."
I immediately gathered my things. I notice the different glances thrown at me by my classmates. Most of them are from Slytherin. Thankfully, I only saw few scowls in contrast to her time. Maybe because I am supposed to be a pureblood so it is of no problem to them.
"Okay, you're not annoying anymore. You gave our house 29 points in your second day. Keep it up and we might be winning the House Cup this year!" Shahara smiled at her.
"Thanks!" I replied.
"Wow. I never thought Salem is advance in Runes. You already thought name writing? That is awesome. Can you please thought me how to do it? I tried many times last year but I get it wrong and it has no effect. Professor Sinitra said I need confident strokes or I must sculpt it in clay for practice before trying in a wood and try not to incorporate my magic. It might bring bad luck you know, writing your name wrong. So are you game teaching me? You can't say no by the way because you owe me big. Is this your best subject? By the way you can call me Shahara now." Shahara ended.
I was speechless for 5 seconds and saw my younger self at Shahara. Wow. Was I like this? And that is a great change of character.
"I… Wow, are you really Shahara?" I joke.
The other girl smirked. "Surprise! Sorry for my attitude a moment ago. That is typical me in the morning. But, don't you dare to evade my question!"
"Salem is not really advance in Runes." I immediately said. " I just like them that is why I read ahead." I lied.
"Really? What book do you read?"
"The same book assigned to us. But, I just love reading muggle various mythology containing runes so the symbols kinda stuck."
"Really?" Shahara eyed me suspiciously.
"Can you please accompany me to the library? For future purposes you know. And we got a lot of spare time before Lunch." I asked trying to change the subject. The other girl nodded and stirred me to the direction of Library which is I already know but still ask because I wasn't supposed to know yet.
"This is the second time you and Regulus butt heads you know. Lovers quarrel?" Shahara asked.
"WHAT? NO!" I denied. Really, where is this coming from? Oh, I remembered. I supposed to be the love interest of Regulus according to Skeeter.
"Wow. That is a strong denial." Shahara giggled.
"Don't believe everything Skeeter sprout." I just said.
"Make me." The girl teased again.
"I do not know Mr. Regulus Black. All past encounter with him are pure accident."
"Or fate."
"I never know we are this close." I pointedly tell her.
The other girl is unperturbed. "I am your best friend now. You can't make me go away."
"Promoted easily? You got some standards."
"I know. But don't be defensive. I was just teasing. And it's funny looking at your face." Shahara laugh. "This is the Library. Feel free to roam. I will go back to common room first. See you at Great Hall at lunch!" by that the girl left her.
What was just happened?
I roam the library for an hour and determine that Time Traveling is not within the books in the General section. Meaning, it may be in the restricted. I planned to asked Uncle Henry Potter for a pass maybe later or tomorrow. The day doesn't end yet but it feels like all her energy is gone thanks to Shahara. I never remember Parvati to be this… talkative. Yes, the girl and Lavender is the gossip of the town but she never really had the opportunity to have a long chat with them. All the girls spout are boys and beauty products. That is maybe the reason they never become close. But, having met a version of intelligent, vivacious and talkative Parvati in the body of Shahara is energy draining. And she had a conversation with the girl for almost 1 hour. Nevertheless, I was thrilled.
The lunch just ended and now I am walking with Shahara, Amelia and Densmore to the Charms Corridor, on the third floor of the Training Grounds Tower.. The new girl is quiet. Shahara mostly do the talking.
"Girls, this is Hermione Fleamont. Hermione, this is our dormates and my friends who will also be your friend, Amelia Bones and Kathrine Densmore." Shahara said.
They exchange an awkward hi and smile.
"Before you girls asked, I have in good authority to clarify that nothing is going between Hermione and Regulus… As she claimed." Shahara declared as they entered the classroom which earned with some curious glances with the other present students. Mostly, Slytherins.
"Is that even necessary? That is plainly rude." I can't help but be pissed with the other girl.
"What? I just wanted to help diffuse the rumor. Shouldn't I get thank you?" Shahara replied.
"It's embarrassing!"
"Okay!" Shahara sighed. "Sorry. I'll watch my mouth next time. But you might not know now, but you'll thank me for this."
"I hope." Then I seated with Amelia. Shahara is with Kathrine this time.
"You might find it rude how Shahara act. But she was never really wrong before. She has a knock of good foresight." Amelia said timidly.
"Yeah right." I replied.
The other girl smiled. "Just to warn you Shahara also love to make innuendos. And she seems determine to adopt you to her circle by the looks of it. Believe me, this is only the beginning. But you'll get used to it. Besides, she is a very loyal and good friend."
I banged in the table and heard the girl beside me giggled.
Then, Professor Filius Flitwick suddenly appeared in front and at the top of his pilled books. Every professor has a knock of flare I noted.
"Good afternoon!" Professor Flitwick greeted them and they relied in chorus. "This is the start of your O.W.L year so I am expecting and demanding a lot from you. I am going to check your basics but only for today, you are already fifth year and you must have ingrained the basics now. Although O.W.L is written exam, I will conduct practical exams from time to times. Now, let's call the roll first."
"So there is no surprise practical today I supposed. Since Professor said well only cover basics which are mostly theories." I whispered to Amelia.
"Yes. Besides, Professor Flitwick is never the kind of Professor to make surprise practical. He always made sure that we're prepared and in return, we must give him results." Amelia answered back.
"Miss Bones, Amelia." Professor Flitwick shouted.
"Present Professor." Amelia replied then whispered again to her. "You can call me Amelia by the way. Although we are already introduced by Shahara, I think this is only proper."
"Call me Hermione too and nice meeting you." I whispered back.
After the roll, Professor Flitwick began asking theories and fundamentals of charms. Everyone is actively participating and of course I also did. I did not count how many times I answered but I know I got quite a lot of points. All is well I guess and nothing change.
After the class, Shahara and Kathrine joined them.
"You're on the roll Hermione." Shahara teased.
"I'll take that as a compliment" she smiled.
"Yeah, you basically owned the whole discussion. The Slytherins are quite put out." Kathrine added.
Shahara laugh. "More or less Regulus is put out. Looks like you two played tagged the whole time. Even Professor Flitwick in the end was amused the way you two battle to answer and earn many points. So much sexual tension."
I blushed. "That's utterly disgusting. I'm referring to your last comment. I kind of know now that you are a pervert Shahara."
"I am not. I am just utterly informed. " The girl responded nonchalantly.
"Stop it Hermione. Don't venture further in that topic. Otherwise she will never stop." Amelia cautioned.
"Yes. By the way, heard the Slytherins baptized you with a nickname. Princess-Know-It-All." Kathrine said trying to change the subject.
I can't help but laugh. Really? Even now I am still called like that.
"Okay that is weird but clearly you are not offended." Shahara noted.
"I've been called that before. Except the princess part."
"Oohhh." The three replied in chorus.
"I am going to library first and I can go by myself unless you want to accompany me." Hermione said.
"Nope. I had enough of your company. I need time for myself." Shahara teased.
"I have prefect meeting. Sorry." Amelia said.
"I'm meeting with Sirius so you're by yourself now." Kathrine informed them.
There was a second of silence then a chorus of 'what!' After the declaration.
"Sirius? As in, Mr. Sirius Hot Black? When were you two happened?" Shahara exclaimed.
Kathrine flip her hair. " He asked me out at the Hogwart Express."
"Are you serious? I mean, I only know Sirius for a time but I can already see that he is a huge flirt. I live with him after all. And don't you dare to make it sound lewd Shahara!" I said and Shahara made a sound of disappointment while Amelia gave her thumbs up.
Kathrine giggled. "Don't worry Hermione dear. Everyone knows Sirius is a flirt but still no one ever regretted going out with him. He is a great and generous company and every other way." She winked at her.
"Yes." Shahara agreed. "He is a great kisser too and have a huge humor."
I was confuse for a moment. "What? Don't tell me you go out with him too?" I exclaimed.
"Of course. We are item for 5 months. You are looking at the longest relationship Sirius ever had." Shahara pointed.
"And you are okay with this?" I asked.
"Hmmm. Hermione yes. No issues. It's been over anyway. Besides, we never really seriously go out. It's kind of bet I made with him. The one who will break up first will have embarrassing to do that kind of bet." Shahara clarified.
"I will ever understand you Shahara." I said.
"Thanks." The girl replied.
"I didn't date him just to clarify." Amelia said.
"Oh please just don't." I said and all of them laugh at her. Well, it seems like Sirius dating ways is just a common thing here.
Regulus
"The books was checked out? " I clarified with Madam Pince.
"Yes Mr. Regulus Black. The books of Shades of Magic by Professor Henry Potter are checked out." Madam Pince replied.
"Sorry to bother you Madam. But perhaps you would be kind enough to tell me who is the one who borrowed it?"
"Oh no problem. It was Miss. Fleamont who checked it out." Madam Pince informed him.
I winced internally. That girl again? I smiled to Madam Pince and thank her. I walked out the library and proceeded to the Great Hall. Princess-Know-It-All. That is the nickname his fellow Slytherin got to the girl. Clearly, it's very accurate. I know the girl is intelligent given that she was sorted to Ravenclaw, but I did not know she would be this irritating. It is not that I am bitter that the girl showed academic prowess greater than mine but what I cannot take is the blatant take over the girl is doing. Every nook and crook of the Slytherin House whispers the name of that girl and it is only second day! And they talk to him, bothered him, asked him irrelevant questions regarding the girl as if he knows the girl herself!
He arrived at the Great Hall and sat beside Severus.
"Your cousin is getting on my nerves." I informed Severus. He gave me a questioning look. "Hermione Fleamont." I supplied.
"Very funny." The older Slytherin said while turning again to his food.
I gave him incredulous stare. "Oh don't tell me you didn't know."
Severus raise his eye brows clearly not amused with me.
"She is a Prince. Her mother is squib daughter of your grandfather and sister of your mother. Haven't you read Daily Prophets?"
"Thank you for reminding me of my place Mr. Regulus Black." Severus spat. Then I remembered the House predicament of Severus. I whisper an apologize telling him I didn't meant it that way. I am one of the people wjo knows about Severus life, and of course Lucius Malfoy. Although the man is a halfblood, I got nothing problem with it since the man is brilliant, loyal friend and formidable ally. Besides, Sirius and Potter blatant bullying to him makes me support him. As they say, the enemy of your enemy is your friend.
"So she is a Prince. That is way many other older Slytherin is trying to crawl in my good graces. Clearly they thought I know her." Severus replied.
"So, aren't you going to approach her?" I asked. The man scoffed.
"What for? I already know she is living with that Potter and by just that I know she is just another typical pureblood-snob. No offense." Severus replied.
"None taken." I smiled. Well, they had a really bad start. Severus was wary with me before being a brother to Sirius but I work my charm and now we are friends.
"On different note, none of the seventh years was able to get the apprenticeship offer of Proffessor Potter. Tomorrow, we will have the chance."
"Really?" now I felt good about myself. I am the only one so far who acquired the apprenticeship. I already wrote my father last night about the opportunity and I am just waiting for his reply.
"Drop that smirk in your face." Severus chastises him. "The seventh years are clearly eyeing you. Sour losers after all find time with themselves to blame others with their inadequateness."
"I will keep that in mind." Our dinner is interrupted when an owl drop a letter before me. Severus throws me a curious glance. "It is from father." I told him to ease his curiosity. I opened the letter and not bothering to hide it.
"Is it okay to ask what it does say." Severus inquired.
I read the letter. It was short and on point. "Father told me he approve about my apprenticeship."
Severus smirked. "So you ask your Father…" the man didn't bother to finish his sentence but I get the hidden implication.
"It is only proper." I said. I just hope I hide my embarrassment well.
Severus only shrugged but it is evident that the man is having an inside joke. I decided not to inquire about it.
At Saturday, the news of the defeat of the joined class of Sixth year of Slytherin and Griffindor was the talk of the school which means I am the sole apprentice-to-be by Professor Potter. I found Severus in the common room and he is the one who delivered the news.
"I am sorry." I said.
"Don't be ridiculous." The man told me. But I know better, apprenticeship is important to the guy. Defense Against the Dark Arts is Severus favorite although I personally believe that it is only secondary to the man's brilliance in potions. But being a halfblood, many doors are close to him since many of the masters allow only pureblood to be an apprentice.
"So how do you find Professor Potter?" Rabastan asked. They glanced at him as the boy approach them.
Severus was silent for a moment. "He is…Brilliant, Powerful and clearly not bias."
I nodded to express my agreement.
"Yeah. Too bad he's not going to live long." Rabastan said.
Severus and I are startled. "That is... a morbid idea." I said.
"Well, He is DADA professor after all. And we know what happens to those who teach such professor. Regarless of blood, they all met the same fate. Death." Rabstan pointed out.
There was an awkward silence. "I better go then. I have a Master to meet." I said.
"That is not until for later Regulus." Rabastan said.
"I have preparation to make. After all, I do not want to disappoint. And as to the limit you've stated, I need to make every moment count in the apprenticeship." Then I left the two having none to say anymore.
After I left them, I spent my time nearby the lake reading and occasionally practicing spells. I asked Mimi the elf to give me food. Yes, I befriended one of the Hogwarts Elf when I accidentally stumbled in the kitchen during first year. Before I know it, it is already quarter to 4 in the afternoon. I gathered my things and immediately trace my steps to DADA room.
Before I even knock, the door opened again. That is really a nice spell I noted. I found Professor Potter in the center of the room devoid of chairs.
"Just on time!" Professor said.
"Good afternoon…hmmm. Master." I said and the older man cringed.
"Don't call me master, it didn't sound well with my ears. Just call me Uncle Henry, we are somehow related after all, given the marriage of your Aunt to our family."
I was hesitant. It's kind of awkward to call him that. "It doesn't sound appropriate. May I call you Professor instead." I suggested.
"No problem but the offer remains open." Professor Potter said. "By the way although this apprenticeship is only a trial one, I expect you to take it very seriously."
"Yes Professor." I replied.
"So let's start with getting to know each other." Professor smiled.
I was taken aback.Seriously?
The older man laugh. "It is not what you have expected right? It might be odd to you but I will not explain its reason. You are here to learn after all. So let's talk. Tell me what do you feel about your brother disownment?"
"I have none and that is, I believe, an inappropriate subject." I replied immediately.
"Is it really? It is not secrecy and I am not asking about the nature of his disownment. I am merely asking how you feel."
I wanted to argue but I know that I will just come out as rude. "Can we talk about different things? I am not comfortable talking about him."
"In other words. Not ready. But what do you think is the reason why we needed to talk about this?"
Because you are a gossip.I thought. I am really on the verge of telling him to mind his own business. "Is it about my family again?" I pointed.
"Is it really?" Professor Henry replied.
Now I know why Professor Henry removes the Chairs and standing in the middle. Although the room is vast, it gives me the feeling that I have nowhere to run. Yes, I am near the door, an exit, but not near enough. Professor being in the center gives off the vibe that he commands everything. Bids of sweat are forming in my neck. Wow, this is a subtle intimidation tactics.
"You do not have to answer now. But, ponder what I ask. Meditate. Then, next Saturday, tell me what you learn. You can breathe Regulus." Professor Henry said.
I sigh.Disaster averted.That is how my mind said. I was confused for a moment then realize Professor did not really intimidate me. I was just pressured. Pressured to tell him about my brother not because I hate the man but because I do not know if is it good to tell the truth or lie.
"You are dismissed now Regulus, see you the same time next Saturday." Professor Henry tapped his shoulder and left me standing in the middle of the room.
It took me quite a moment before I reluctantly left.
Now that is anti-climatic.I thought.
Now we caught up to the story! The Update will be next week.