Chapter Twenty-Eight - Warnings 1st September 1978
“Izabella!”
Izabella turned and spotted a shock of bleach blonde hair bobbing towards her through the crowds of students. The short figure stopped in front of her and beamed.
“Hi! I didn't see you on the train.”
“Sorry Ruby, I was with Scott.”
“Oooh,” Ruby teased, raising her eyebrows suggestively at Izabella.
“Oh shut up.” Izabella said rolling her eyes.
“Sorry I forgot, it's all about Mister Malfoy now isn't it?”
Izabella shrugged a little and glanced down at the floor.
“What happened?” Ruby demanded with a large intake of breath, leaning forward as her eyes glinted. Izabella chuckled quietly.
“I'll tell you later.”
“Oh! I almost forgot, Professor Dumbledore wants to see you.”
“Thanks Ruby, I'll see you in the common room.”
“Okay, bye!” the petite blonde called over her shoulder as she rushed off to join a group of fellow Slytherins.
Izabella smiled after her for a moment; Ruby was one of the few girls she had remained close to from her year. She also didn't mind when Izabella spent time with Lily.
She turned around and started to weave in between the hoards of students, back towards the direction of Dumbledore's office.
The gargoyle was expecting her, allowing her to pass without the password. She smiled politely at the stone figure then stood on the large step as the staircase turned, coming to a halt just in front the griffin-shaped knocker. Izabella lifted a hand and knocked once, stepping into the room as the door swung open.
“Ah, Miss Prince. Take a seat.”
“Evening Professor Dumbledore.” she said with a wide smile as she took a seat beside Scott.
“Well firstly, congratulations on getting Head Boy and Girl. I hope you'll do a fantastic job.” Dumbledore said, surveying the pair of them over his half-moon spectacles. “You will also be given access to all Houses and I know you won't abuse the privilege.”
Izabella and Scott nodded seriously.
“I'm sure you're aware of your duties, Professor McGonagall will explain more tomorrow if you have any questions. But it's late, time for bed I think.”
Dumbledore smiled.
Izabella and Scott stood up and pushed their chair back.
“Just one moment Miss Prince, Mr Peever you may go.”
“I'll see you tomorrow Iz.” Scott said, smiling at her then nodding his head respectfully at Dumbledore.
Izabella lowered herself back into her chair and waited patiently for Dumbledore to speak.
“I hear you had a rather eventful summer Miss Prince.”
Izabella's cheeks flushed a light pink and she shrugged her shoulders a little.
“I suppose you could say that.” she said quietly.
“I believe Lily explained to you about a certain group of people-”
“Death Eaters? Yeah I know all about it.” said Izabella in a stony voice.
“Did they tell you about the Order of the Phoenix?”
“No they didn't get to that part.”
“Very well. I have set up a group of people who are fighting Voldemort-”
“I want to join.”
“I'm sorry Izabella, I couldn't allow that. You are still at school.” Dumbledore said gently. Izabella rolled her eyes. “Besides, it would be far too dangerous for you. Lucius Malfoy is not the only person who wants you on his side... I believe Voldemort has heard a lot about you.”
“He's going to try and recruit me?”
“Most probably.”
Izabella nodded slightly as she engulfed the information.
“You will be safe at Hogwarts, just be careful. I trust Sirius will keep his eye on you.”
“I'm sure he will.” she said, smiling inwardly. Dumbledore watched her carefully for a moment then nodded.
“Very well Miss Prince, you may go.”
“Thank you Professor.” she said, leaving the office and slowly making her way down towards the dungeons.
She paused outside of the common room entrance, her head resting against the wall as she chewed on her lip. This year was going to be harder than she had orignally thought. She sighed heavily then entered the dark, green common room.
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