Aesop Sharp

Sharp limped through Hogsmeade, narrowly avoiding children playing and other wizards and witches hurrying to do their shopping before the stores closed. Sharp continued along his usual route, his gaze fixed as he approached the familiar purple building.

Sharp entered the building called "J. Pippin's Potions." The sound of the bell transported him to a new atmosphere, with earthy smells that invaded his senses, with a hint of dampness. He found it comforting.

However, the usual Parry Pippin wasn't in the shop to take his order. Behind the counter, restocking the shelves with ingredients, was a new face, much younger. And Sharp just frowned and stared.