A distraction arrived in the form of a Hogwarts girl Mischa recognised from the Grandstands. He saw her smile in their direction and returned a nod. Those few seconds were a relief for him. Why the sudden jealousy? All because he thought Strom was probably on his was to meet Karina? A thought now unexpectedly flashed into his head. Could it be? "No,'' he answered instantly. He was not attracted to Karina.

But Mischa seemed to be contradicting himself for upon hearing that Karina was not here to meet Strom he felt much relaxed and calm. Good. "Or probably preparing vor the next task,'' the Durmstrang student replied. He was sure Strom was just as determined as they were to do better.

Mischa noted the speed at which Karina changed the subject. It did not bother him. "No I haff not.'' He wasn't in the mood for food or drink at the moment. All he wanted to clear his head and get his emotions in check. But he did know how to act like a gentleman. "I vill get vone for you.''