There was something about Malfoy’s tone that made Paul’s expression shift, surprised to hear Malfoy speak of Potter with such genuine worry. Though Paul had gotten the impression that there was great respect between the two of them, the notion that there was any fondness between them had until recently seemed rather unlikely.<br/>He didn’t comment on it; after all, he knew Potter wasn't one to hold onto grudges.<br/>“How so?” he said, his voice steady, even though Malfoy’s words made ice pool in the pit of his stomach, unsettled by the repercussions.