Letters
Albus returns to his room finding there is an owl at his bedroom window. He opens the window for Scorpius’ owl to come in. He feeds it treats before taking out the letter tied to its foot.
He takes it over to his bed unfolding it before sitting down to read its contents:
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Dear Albus,
Sounds like James really messed up. Hopefully his mistake doesn’t mean we’re separated again. I’d kind of really hate that. Miss you too!
Best regards,
SHM
PS. We've gone away on holiday, I’ll have to ask for a raincheck. See you at school.
Albus writes back straight away. He’s a bit bummed about not seeing Scorp for a few days but he knows it’s good for the Malfoys to leave their home.
Dear Scorpius,
Haven’t had anything that catastrophic happen yet! It’s honestly a miracle. Speaking of that (miracles I mean) dad told me I’m a great person and gave me a hug, (I hugged him really, details), I guess he isn’t so bad.
You guys totally deserve a vacation after well, you know. Tell me all about it when you get back, yeah? Where’d your dad end up taking you? Not changing that you have to make it up to me.
Your friend,
ASP
The next day there’s another reply:
Dear Albus,
Don’t worry, you can make it a few more days without me! Wouldn’t want you forming codependency (joking), so nice to hear you’re getting on with your father!
We’re only on vacation because my father thinks I ought to see the world. Really I know it’s just an excuse for us to leave the house in order to stop thinking about my mum. We’ve gone to Greece upon my request, mythology and all.
Recently I’ve been thinking if losing mum feels anything like when Rose didn’t exist for my father. Like if there’s a desperate hopelessness about it? Sorry if this is bumming you out. Mum would’ve liked it here.
Best regards,
SHM
Dear Scorpius,
Of course you’d choose Greece you nerd. Getting a tan? Ha! Could you imagine? Also, wishing your mum wouldn’t be sick in an alternate timeline is probably closer to how your dad feels. Never apologize for talking about your feelings, I always feel like I’m talking about mine.
Your best friend,
ASP
PS. Just ask her out.
The last day of their holiday Scorpius sends a reply that Albus avoids after reading:
Dear Albus,
You’re probably right. Always talking about your feelings? You’re still keeping things from me though. Like I don’t know, what actually happened with James?
It’s seriously okay if you aren’t ready, I’m just starting to think I did something to upset you. Like maybe I did something wrong and it's easier to blame him…
I know you won’t answer this, see you tomorrow I hope.
Best regards,
SHM