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shiv5468 prompted me with the drabble title and stone.The Antiquarian Society (G; Lumione; 100 words)
"You must join us, Miss Granger."
The reception was dull, but not enough to make her crave Malfoy's company, no matter his "redemption"—or the cut of his robes. Still, she was intrigued; thanks to the Antiquarian Society's largesse, fascinating magical artifacts had been displayed in the Atrium for months.
But studying the Merlin Stone more closely would mean working for you. She frowned. "I have a job, thank you."
"Yes, a 'job'," he replied, glancing at the buffet.
Ron appeared bored, unforgiving.
As usual.
"Your passion shouldn't be wasted on such an insipid . . . occupation."
She found herself in sudden agreement.
