Rita felt a charge as Bellatrix reacted so strongly. Even without a word, it was clear she had struck a nerve. However, without any hint of fear or apprehension, Rita was sure her plan was working to lead Bellatrix a little astray before letting her know what she had really seen.
Taking the note, she bit her lip to prevent from laughing. Taking her quill, she penned another.
I'm not sure that people would be saying that about me. After all, I wasn't the one doing that where people might see or overhear.
She slid the note back over to her. Straightening in her chair, Rita put on her best good girl act for the teacher. Her feet rested evenly on the floor, her back was mostly-straight and she moved her eyes between Professor Merrythought and her parchment.
Of course, Bellatrix had been very discreet. If it hadn't been for Rita's snooping she never would have just run across them. It was a good thing she had been out looking for good pictures and gossip and had come to the Prefect's Bathroom at just the right time.
It was a good thing a Prefect hadn't caught her. But, the one that Bellatrix was snogging senseless and making her moan and squirm seemed far too distracted to notice anything!