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Grangerfn1 
This pathway was Max's favorite part of the entire Hogwarts grounds. The way the trees made a sort of canopy over the path, casting shadows on those who meandered along was extremely comforting. He deeply inhaled through his nostrils, greedily taking in the fresh air. It was an absolutely lovely day.
A few paces ahead of him, Max recognized a slightly younger boy who seemed to have the same idea of enjoying the gorgeous day. He had seen the boy - Spike, was it? - many times before with Ellie. There was a large... spider on his shoulder?
Could it really be?
If this was a normal thing for Spike, Max wasn't aware for he quickened his pace, half to protect the boy and half out of curiosity as to what it really was. When he was within normal speaking distance, Max awkwardly started from behind, "Err, did you know that there's a large creature on your shoulder?"
"Huh?"
Spike slowly turned round, and subconsciously brushed the shoulder not holding Matilda with his opposite hand (the one without Killy and Kranky, obviously). Giving the older 'Claw a small frown, he gently shook his head, his curls bouncing. "I'm afraid you seem to be mistaken," he said softly. He was so used to Matilda there, he didn't possibly think that's what the boy - who he seemed to associate the name Max with - was implying.
"Maybe it was just the light?"