Intrigued, Scorpius notices that it's a good tactic to redirect Albus" disgust to other subjects when he's stepped on his toes. For now, it's just a theory, one that needs a few more tests. "It sounds like you're one of those hardcore fans who condemns film adaptations in general." He's tempted to reach out and poke Al's flushed cheek teasingly, but Scorpius controls himself.