What the--

[alt_percy]

One hundred and twenty-five points?!

How in Merlin's name could Gryffindor House lose 125 points in a single hour?!

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[alt_percy]

And the rest of the points, all one hundred of them, were yours?

[alt_neville]

Like I said, I'm sorry. Remember that conversation we had last night?

[alt_percy]

I do. Well, if it was Transfiguration, I suppose that explains it. Unfortunately.

I trust that next time you'll take my advice and not interfere in things that aren't your business.

[alt_neville]

I don't know. I'm not sure I can promise that.

I just hope there won't be a next time.

[alt_ron]

I hope so too, but if that kid's involved again, I'd rather hope you did just what you did, Nev.

Even if it means ditching me with naught but a pair of Slytherins and a comic.

[alt_neville]

At least it was the new comic.

[alt_ron]

And lets not forget the Bertie Botts. Added bonus right there.

[alt_draco]

Nice to know how much you appreciate my generosity, Weasley.

[alt_ron]

Er. Thanks again?

[alt_draco]

I don't recall you saying thanks the first time around, but very well.

[alt_ron]

Was a bit off my best behaviour with Neville dashing off like he did, I s'pose.

So, thanks then.

[alt_draco]

You're welcome.

[alt_neville]

I'd like to say 'thanks,' too. I'm sorry I left so abruptly.

Under the circumstances, I can't exactly begrudge you the laugh.

[alt_draco]

Quite sporting of you, Longbottom. Too bad you missed out on the comic, as I've since lost it.

[alt_harry]

No you haven't. I nicked it from where you hid it under your mattress to read again. Neville, if you want it you can read it after me.

You need to find better hiding spots, Draco. I know you.

[alt_draco]

Harry, Gryffindor's only get ONE chance to read Martin Miggs. It should really go to Pansy or Teddy next. Well, they might have their own copy but still, our housemates should get the next crack if they want it.

[alt_ron]

What, because keeping 100 points is better than helping save someone's life?

Reckon you need your priorities looked at.

[alt_percy]

I'm not saying--Ron, there's no need to over-exaggerate the situation.

[alt_ron]

I'm not the one going off all over Neville in the journals, Perce.

Besides, Im not exaggerating Neville told me what the nurse said, he'd have died if it waited til morning.

[alt_neville]

I'm not sure we should talk about it anymore, really, Ron.

Anyway, Percy, I know I lost most of those points because of how I did in the class. I'll work harder in there, honest.

[alt_percy]

I had no idea--I didn't realise--well, of course, points aren't more important. I wouldn't wish any such dire scenario, and I'm sure Professor Carrow wouldn't want to lose his assistant.

Well, as you say, let us hope such a thing doesn't happen again.

(Or perhaps, if it does, you might consult a prefect first?)