lotus_blossom (lotus_blossom) wrote in snark_n_bark, @ 2008-08-23 13:44:00 |
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Entry tags: | complete, padma |
The greater the fear...
Summary: Padma should never have come to Diagon Alley…
Padma stayed at the door to the shop for a moment, watching as Barty met the owner, then turned and began walking down Diagon Alley, eyes darting right and left. A sudden movement by her side sent her darting into the nearest shop, which happened to be an apothecary. No one seemed to have followed her, and she had to hope that Mcnair wouldn't attack her in a busy shop. Willing her heart to slow, Padma made her way through the crowded aisles, picking up potions she was running low on.
Once she had paid, Padma watched the street for a moment before slipping out the door. She only had to make it to the Leaky, and then she could Floo home. She debated whether to slip into a side street to try to Apparate, but decided it was best to stay among the crowd. It took a measure of concentration to Apparate, and anyone could grab her and come along for the ride while her attention was elsewhere. Besides, she was so jittery by now that she'd probably splinch herself.
As she moved along the busy street, Padma kept glancing back over shoulder, so she didn't notice the fight brewing right in front of her. She nearly walked into it, but was pushed aside and into a small, dark side alley. Strong hands grabbed her, and she froze.
"Well, well…" Mcnair said softly in her ear. "Look who just dropped into my lap."