The Forbidden Fruit

𝕿𝖜𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖞-𝕿𝖜𝖔

Stepping out onto the ground of Hogwarts Lucius lets out a small sneer knowing he isn't particularly fond of being here. As he approaches the castle with a quicker stride he looks over his shoulder as he approaches a side entrance, running into someone "Pardon me I-" seeing who it is, he stops in his tracks. "Lucius-" Severus mutters before getting ushered inside "We need to speak.." Lucius mutters quietly. Taking a few steps inside, Severus faces him "Lucius, why are you on school grounds.. has something happened?" he asks with a hint of worry, looking into his eyes for any signs of hidden distress. Nodding no Lucius looks around at the empty hallway they are in before meeting his gaze once more "We mustn't speak in public.. let s find somewhere more suitable" he says. Eyeing him for a bit longer, Severus notes the slight nervousness within his fidgeting hands "Lucius.. I demand to know why you are here. We agreed to speak after the..meeting.." he says the last part in a more hushed tone. Letting out a soft scoff, Lucius sighs "I will inform you the reason for my sudden appearance as soon as we find somewhere suitable to do so. Now, if you would be so kind as to lead us to such a setting, then you will receive the answer to your inquiry promptly" he says with a slight clench of irritation in his words. 

Giving Lucius a scowl before turns on his heels and heading down the hallway with him following suit, Severus continues to scowl. "You know I detest your stubbornness sometimes, Lucius.." he grumbles as they walk side by side, their steps in sync. Giving him a sideways glance, Lucius gives a contempt look as his gaze falls forward in the direction they are heading in. Arriving at an empty unused classroom, Severus shuts the door and locks it before turning to face Lucius "If you detest it as much as you claim..  you wouldn't have agreed to such a conversation with me" Lucius says as he adjusts his robes, tucking his arms loosely behind his back. Giving him an unamused look Severus approaches "I do not have time for such deliberate avoidance's Lucius, why are.. you.. here." he more so demands, his words elongated at the end of his sentence to further concrete his annoyance. Clearing his throat, Lucius looks off to the side "I was.. confronted not by one but two alarming people early regarding.. you" he say, his words lingering in the air as he observers Severus closeness. 

Looking at him with a questioning gaze, Severus's gaze lingers around the room as he thinks before responding "Who" he asks simplistically. His gaze unwavering, Lucius sighs "Bellatrix.. and the Dark Lord himself.." he murmurs, noticing the ping of alarm fill Severus's eyes. "The Dark Lord.." he reiterates seeing Lucius nod slowly with a nervous glint to his hardened gaze "I.. do not know what has you acting out of your norm but you mustn't let it slide from this point onward" he says as he approaches. "We cannot risk.. this, becoming public. Especially to the Dark Lord.. " looking down as Lucius takes his hand into his own, Severus lets out a sigh. "He'll use it for blackmail.. " he mutters as his gaze trails back up to meet Lucius's. "You are aware of what's to come at the next meeting since his suspicions have risen.." Severus says, seeing Lucius nod, closing his eyes briefly expressing his turmoil "I do.. and I do not wish to do it" he says as he brings Severus's hand up to his lips, kissing his finger's gently.

Letting out a sigh with a softened but reluctant expression, Severus clears his throat "But we can prepare for it" he says which piques Lucius's curiosity. "We know what will be expected at the next meeting.. and I propose that we make an agreement on who will be the victor" he says elegantly as if he had already planned such a thing. Feeling his worry wither away into a softened smile, Lucius lets out a gentle sigh "You're always two steps ahead, my love.." Lucius says, giving Severus a gentle kiss on the cheek, feeling his heart skip a beat. Smiling as he holds Lucius's hand between his own, he lays a gentle kiss to his knuckles. "Thank you.. but we mustn't waste anymore of our time with the distraction of affection.. we must practice" he says as he withdraws himself, taking a step back as he draws his wand with a small smirk. Quirking a brow with a intrigued expression, Lucius unsheathe's his wand from his signature cane, firmly taking his stance and taking aim "I concur" he says with the roll of his tongue. 

To Be Continued...