The Darkness In The Light

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Hey Peoples 👋 Just a random filler chapter to spike my interest again 💛 Enjoy

Frowning sleepily, Esmeralda groaned in protest as she was shaken out of a deep sleep. The last remanence of a dream she could not remember still on her mind. The bright light of the morning sun shined on her face as the small woman rolled over, the house elf on top of her falling onto the floor with a decent thump.

"Mistress Gaunt is to get up, breakfast is in half an hour! Dilly is also to give you a most warm Good morning from your bonded missus, Mistress Black" Dilly stated in a high pitched voice from where she had landed on the floor.

"Thank you Dilly" Esmeralda rasped feeling slightly bad for knocking the elf so harshly off the bed.

Her remorse was quickly forgotten when she felt her bond magic pulse through her at the mention of Bellatrix's name. Frowning, she studied her skin that seemed to be glowing unusually healthily as her magic pulsed strongly through her veins. The witch slid off the bed and padded toward to the bathroom to inspect herself. Looking in the mirror she indeed seemed to be sporting unusually perfect skin and healthy hair, her nails also had improved throughout the night.

Sighing as she began running water for herself, she hoped the healing magic was also attending to Bellatrix she needed it so much more. A quick shower that left her scented like Jasmine helped her to fully wake up and as she stared at her reflection she grinned. Today she was going to practice duelling with the Malfoy's and her bonded. Deciding to skip makeup since her face was in pristine condition anyways, she headed to her wardrobe for a casual yet elegant outfit. Settling on a long Slytherin green skirt and a white off-the shoulder blouse she, then slipped on her jewellery and headed for the door.

She wandered down the large hallway slowly, focusing hard on remembering which way she had come from the previous night. The gaunt heir smiled to herself as she recalled what had transpired there the previous night. Even if she had of forgotten the way, eventually the sound of many voices talking lead her to the dining room. Esmeralda stepped in almost shyly, her eyes widened as she took in the amount of people seated at the massive table. Keeping her composure cool, she glided over to the end of the table where Tom was seated ignoring the fact that all talking had ceased when she entered the room. She smiled as she made eye contact with Bellatrix who seemed to be bouncing in her chair excitedly.

The older witch eagerly pulled out the chair beside her that she had obviously been saving for her. It scraped noisily against the floor making both Esmeralda and Narcissa cringe while Lucius scoffed into his napkin. The dark lord cleared his throat noisily effectively cutting of the snickers the circulating the room and returning the light chatter.

"Thank you" Esmeralda courteously stated as she sat in the offered chair, her face slightly warm from the attention.

Bellatrix paid absolutely no mind to anyone else, her eyes were flitting between her food and her bonded. Esmeralda spared a glance at her own plate and discovered it was filled with sweet fruits and crepes.

"Did you sleep well?" The dark witch asked her as she aptly watched her spoon fruit into her mouth.

"Yes, it was lovely having a safe bed after so long. I assume it was the same for you?" Esmeralda asked curiously, hoping the effects of Azkaban weren't preventing her hyper partner from sleep.

"It's amazing. I also think having you near helps. But when we sleep together it will be even better" Bellatrix said as she licked her fork and winked at the crimson woman beside her.

A soft tap on the table was the only warning the dark witch received from her sister at the suggestive comment. Esmeralda smiled into her food as she continued diligently eating the exotic fruits the house elves had provided her.