I give it two weeks before someone sets the Quidditch stands on fire again.

without looking up from his goblet That was one time. And it wasn't my fault.

It was absolutely your fault. You threatened to hex the keeper into next term, and then the banners caught light.

Honestly, if we're going to be dramatic this year, can we at least be original about it? Arson is so fifth year.

I heard the new Defence professor lasted exactly three days at Durmstrang before resigning. Aurelia, darling, that sounds like a challenge.

smiles, all teeth I don't chase professors. They disappoint quickly enough on their own.

drops onto the bench, grinning Morning, you miserable bastards. Did I miss anything important?

Depends. Does breakfast count?

Not unless it's coming to me on a silver platter.

leans across the table, grinning You look like you slept in a broom cupboard.

Flattering. But no. Wrong cupboard.

lazily, but with that particular softness only Y/n ever got Alright there? You look far too put together for the first day back. It's suspicious.