Yet Another Viktor Krum FanFiction

Chapter XXI

That morning, the delegates and professors emerged from their cabins looking worse for wear, with bleary eyes and groggy expressions. The previous night's festivities had taken their toll, leaving many with pounding headaches and queasy stomachs. Even their morning runs, typically invigorating and energizing, were sluggish and uncoordinated.

Despite their physical discomfort, the delegates and professors soldiered on, determined to fulfill their duties and make the most of the day ahead. They gathered in the Great Hall, some nursing cups of coffee or tea to help ease their hangovers, while others opted for water and fresh fruit in an attempt to rehydrate and replenish their bodies. The mood was quieter than the lively celebration of the previous night, but there was still a feeling of friendship and shared moments among the group.

As the delegates gathered in the Great Hall for breakfast, Amelia couldn't help but notice Lexie and Danil's embarrassed expressions whenever they caught sight of Viktor and herself. It was clear that the unexpected encounter last night had left them feeling awkward and uneasy. Amelia couldn't blame them, but she also couldn't help but feel a little amused by the situation. She hoped that they would all be able to move past it and enjoy the rest of their time at Hogwarts.

Danil and Lexie stood before Amelia, their faces flushed with embarrassment. "We made sure everything was spotless," Danil stuttered, trying to make amends for their mistake.

"How could you make that mistake taking Amelia's room for yours?" Lexie scolded him, smacking him in the shoulder. "I mean, seriously, Danil. You were too busy with your hands to think straight?"

Danil's face turned red as he sheepishly nodded in agreement. "Yeah, I guess I wasn't thinking straight," he muttered.

Amelia couldn't help but stifle a laugh at their awkwardness. "It's okay, guys," she said, waving a hand dismissively. "Mistakes happen."

"But we're really sorry, Amelia," Lexie added, her voice still tinged with embarrassment.

Amelia shook her head, still chuckling. "It's fine, really. I just hope you guys don't make the same mistake again," she said with a playful wink.

Danil and Lexie exchanged sheepish glances before nodding in agreement. "Yeah, we'll be more careful next time," Danil promised.

As they sat down to breakfast, Danil was engrossed in the Daily Prophet, his eyes scanning the pages intently. Suddenly, he let out a loud cough, coffee spilling from his cup as he choked on the headline. "What's wrong?" asked Amelia, concerned. Danil sputtered and cleared his throat before thrusting the paper in Viktor's direction. "You've got to see this," he said, his eyes wide with disbelief.

Viktor's irritation was palpable as he snatched the paper from Danil's grasp, expecting another article about him. However, as he scanned the paper, his expression shifted from annoyance to confusion. There it was, in black and white - an article by the notorious Rita Skeeter, featuring not only Viktor, but Harry Potter and Hermione Granger as well. The three of them were listed in the "Me, Myself, and I" column.

Viktor's worry was evident on his face as he looked at Danil, but before he could say anything, as they lowered the paper, Lexie and Amelia were also sharing a copy of the Daily Prophet. Viktor's heart sank as he saw Amelia's expression change, her brows furrowed in confusion.

Lexie was the first to break the silence. "Can you believe this rubbish?" she exclaimed, gesturing towards the article. "It's like Rita Skeeter just makes things up for attention."