we are not the same as you || Malcolm & Mary & Mulciber
–– "You sure about this, Mulce?" Malcolm scratched nervously at the side of his nose. –– "I mean... What if we get caught? We could get expelled, or worse!"
He had to repress a shiver at the thought of what sort of punishment might await them if they were discovered. He didn't think the Ministry sent underaged wizards to Azkaban, but then, underaged wizards did not generally do what they were about to attempt.
Still, he knew the answer to his own question already. Of course Mulciber was sure; he wouldn't be doing this if he weren't sure, and now that he had chosen his path, there would be no dissuading him. And if Malcolm didn't do some fast talking, he risked being left behind.
–– "Not that I don't want to do this," he said quickly. –– "Because I do. Promise."
And Merlin, did he want this. He had dreamed of having this sort of power over someone for years, and he knew all too well that without his friend he would never manage such a potent spell. But with Mulciber at his side, he just might.
A strange mix of excitement and fear coursed through his veins. His goal was so close he could practically taste it – for once, he would be more than what he was. He would overcome his weakness and become what he had dreamed of being: a wizard strong enough to strike fear into the hearts of those who opposed him.
–– "Let's just... We'll be careful, yeah?"