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No, sweetie, you don't need to be upset. *she on the other hand, does* Mr. Malfoy and I have a bit of past business that's never been cleared up.

Lucius, please! *and at this, bows a little but keeps his eyes trained on her should she try and pull a wand* The time for formalities can wait. Please, call me Lucius. We're all...being civil here. *warning tone* Aren't we?

I've never heard of a Malfoy being civil to a Weasley, much less a Potter, Lucius. *narrows her eyes*

*mumbles*

Scorpius was very nice to me and I'm a Weasley/Potter

I'm guessing it's not the point and I'll be quiet now.

People change. *looks over at Lily, he's very mindful to stay composed and sweet* Or is that a pleasure left only to the downtrodden and...common.

You've changed? *scoffs* Sorry if I don't believe that, perhaps it's because *stops because Lily is right there... swallows* Maybe things in the past aren't always forgotten.

You would be a fool to forget them. Adapt then. Is that a better word, more suited to my former villainy? I've...adapted to this new world.

Adaptation is good. Right Mum?

*smiles at her* You adapt or die. Remember that.

Adapt all you want, but that's not going to change what you did. I won't take out my disgust for you on your grandson, because I, unlike some people, don't take out my aggressions on children, Lucius, but you will stay away from my daughter and my sons.

*blinks, and his control disappears for a moment, eyes flash dangerously* ...children? When have I attacked children? *his smile returns* No. I won't. She's met my grandson, and I fully encourage this relationship.

*is terribly pissed off, but is trying to keep it in check for Lily's sake* Did you not consider Harry and I children when we were at Hogwarts? Luna? Neville? Ron and Hermione? *pauses and looks absolutely livid* Don't you remember Riddle's diary? The Ministry? I can think of more examples if you wish my daughter to see just how ruthless you are, but I hope you don't.

Oh. that. *does not shrug but looks away dismissively* I've never hidden what I was from my children and I see no point in hiding from yours. While you may not believe I've changed, and indeed, you are welcome to tell them whatever else you care to invent, I assure you I am not the man who did those things.

That? THAT?! *she's past livid now, incensed is better, she glares at him and it's obvious* That almost killed me. *takes a deep breath* I don't need to invent thing when you're involved, I have enough nightmares thank you.

*lowers her voice so Lily can't hear* Stay away from my daughter or I will make you regret it.

*tugs on Ginny's sleeve*

Please Mum. I'm very sorry. We should go.

My dear, dear woman. You can't make me regret. Anything. *turns on his heels, smiling at Lily* It was a pleasure talking to you, my sweet. I hope to see you again in more...relaxed circumstances.