Scorpius smiled, but it was somewhat forced. There was some anger hidden there behind his eyes. "Legolas is a Silvan elf, chosen by his people to represent the elves in the Fellowship of the Ring. He is brave but wise, and can endure the hardships of the journey with a lot less difficulty than most. He supports Aragorn through the book until he is crowned King." He shrugged, realizing that it sounded quite Gryffindor.
"Where did you go before?" he asked. His eyes had narrowed, and he felt this pain that seemed to go through his chest. He was cursed and his father had left. He had made excuses for it before but he was angry. To mention it, seemed to bring it back. He couldn't even look forward to a holiday.