It was a known rumour, the speculation, that Paige Roberts and Reginald Barnes were romantically involved. It certainly was logical, given the fact that the blond girl was one of the few people regulus got along with.

In reality, their relationship consisted of sole friendship, and a strong one at that. Reginald could really talk to Paige about his issues and the other way around, too. Paige always insisted that regulus should find himself a partner of his own, not only to beat up the rumours, but someone to make him company.

You had transferred from a different school, just months ago, and had quickly become friends with Paige. She would always talk to regulus about how she thought you'd be perfect for each other, and how amazing you were.

Her attempts to make the pair of you meet were blatantly obvious, from saying she already had a potions partner, to leading you to the Hogwarts gardens together. That, dear reader, was exactly the situation you found yourselves in. “Paige, must you really?” Reginald sighed, shooting his friend a pleading look as she sneaked out through the door.

“I apologise for her behaviour... by now, you must know her well enough to know this is just usual for her.” With a sigh, he placed his hands inside his pockets and started to walk, stealing a few glances of you.