Albus's fifteenth birthday had been organised at the Burrow. His circle of friends had grown too big to be hosted at the Godric's Hollow cottage, where there wasn't enough outdoor space to accommodate everyone. Among his new friendships was also Calypso's blonde older brother. It seemed that Dorian had only accepted the invitation because he had no other choice. He stood off to the side, near the trees, his pale face strained in an effort to hide his contempt for the scene around him: dozens of Weasley relatives, young and old, chatting loudly; but also Scorpius and Rose, playing side by side with the other guys, alternating embarrassed smiles with languid glances.