Who: Percy Weasley and Alecto Carrow Madam Pince What: Needing to read some books Where: The Library When: Monday Afternoon
Every time Percy found himself in the school, he found himself anxiously looking out for a glimpse of his late brother. Once or twice, he found himself needlessly wandering around having forgotten why he was even at the castle to begin with. It had gotten to the point that he’d been lurking around the castle two or three times a day with no real reason. He couldn’t help but think how much happier his family would have been if it were him and not Fred, and after weeks of weighing the pros and the cons, after agonizing over the decision, he decided he would do everything that he could to make it happen.
He didn’t know what to start looking for, but he had a feeling that the best place to start would be in the restricted section. Of course, there was the slight problem that he’d have to figure out if he could even get into the restricted section. The problem was that he wasn’t sure if he was allowed to have that sort of access, or even what he’d begin to look for once he got in there. Still, he found himself walking slowly towards the library, his eyes peeled for any glimmer of a ghost on his way. He had decided that he was just going to sneak into the restricted section, it was better to ask forgiveness than to ask permission.
Percy walked into the library with a sense of purpose, his eyes looking around to see who was around and who might see him. He turned down a row of books, quickly moving towards his goal. Another turn, and he’d be able to slip right in, and with no sign of Pince (who was likely helping students) he wouldn’t have to answer any awkward questions.
But just feet from the restricted section, he rounded a corner and came nearly face to face with the elderly librarian. Percy was quick to toss up what he hoped was a charming smile and grin at her.
“Hello Madam Pince!” Percy greeted cheerfully, trying to keep the anxiety out of his voice. “Just the woman I was looking for! I was wondering if there was a way I could gain access to the Restricted section… I was thinking that I might be able to find something that could help with the work on the cure in their.” He tried to remain even and cheerful as he lied.