Chapter 18: Can I Switch Dorms?
Farther off, several Slytherins who had been practicing noticed the commotion and drifted over — three, then five, then more.
Alphard's expression shifted. His two friends, Colin and Gareth, exchanged a nervous glance.
At that moment, Regulus — his back still to every Slytherin present — slowly raised his left hand.
Palm vertical, five fingers together. An unmistakable stop signal.
Avery froze. His raised wand dropped to his side, but he did not stow it.
Hermes narrowed his eyes, gaze boring into Regulus's back. His wand stayed up, though the tip had begun to drift off-target.
Alex let out a breath of relief.
The Slytherins who had gathered wavered — brooms hovering in midair, none advancing further.
Regulus did not look back. A faint, hidden smile touched the corner of his mouth.