Chapter 2: Shared Secrets
The library was a sanctuary of quietude, the kind of place where even whispers felt like intrusions. Rows of shelves towered over them, filled with dusty tomes and volumes of knowledge waiting to be uncovered. rose set her bag down at a large table near the window, where golden sunlight streamed in, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the air. scorpius followed her, his expression thoughtful as he surveyed their surroundings.
"Nice spot," he said, taking a seat across from her.
rose smiled, pulling out her parchment and quill. "I come here when I need to concentrate. It's usually empty this time of day."
scorpius nodded, then leaned in, resting his chin on his hand as he studied her. "So, what's the plan for this essay? I was thinking we could break it down into sections, tackle the key concepts first."
rose raised her eyebrows, impressed. "That's a solid idea. If we focus on the qchallenges, the barriers between them slowly crumbled, replaced by an undeniable connection that felt both thrilling and terrifying. And in that cozy corner of the library, two young wizards began to discover that love, like magic, could sometimes be found in the most unexpected places.