Stroll around the town

As Alfred parked the car nearby and hopped out, I instantly attracted the attention of some people. It couldn't be helped. The mixture of tattoos and vibrant clothing certainly didn't help in being subtle. But I wasn't trying to be in the first place. I had long learned that I suck at it. another thing I wasn't good at.

The kids looked at me curiously while some parents had frowns on their faces. Coincidentally, it was the rich ones that flaunted their prestige through their material possessions and attitude. It was like they were floating above the rest of us. I simply shook my head. People like these were everywhere. In England, the Malfoys were a perfect example and here it was these clowns.

I simply slipped on my shades and took a casual stroll around the town. There was still two days before I had to go through the magical entrance in this town. I had no clue where I would be taken but it was sure to be exciting judging from what that old man had described.

I soon saw an ice cream shop and old memories sprang into my head. When was the last time I ate ice cream? I was shocked when the answer dawned on me. It had been years. I felt nostalgic and walked into the store only to hear a girl's voice arguing with the store owner.

"How can you sell it at such a price? How many times have I told you that nobody will buy your stuff if you do this!" she said while stomping her foot angrily. She looked to be about my age with straight black hair that reached her hips. She had glasses on and through them a pair of stunning jade green eyes.

'Damn, that is one hell of a pair of eyes.' I exclaimed to myself. I had never seen such an eye colour. Her temperament also reminded me of Hermione.

{What are you smiling at kid? You look creepy.} said Achlys. His words shattered my happy thoughts and I grumbled angrily as I walked into the shop.

"Oh? what do we have here? Hello young man, we sell the best ice cream in town." Promoted the muscular Italian looking man. The dude looked like if Mario jumped straight out of the screen and came to life.

"Is that so? I'll have to hold you to that." I said with a smile.

"I'll have one serving of mint choc chip please," I ordered. I didn't care for the price, after all, good ice cream was worth it. the man beamed a massive smile and began to enthusiastically dig into a certain tub with a large scooping spoon. From the corner of my eye, I saw the girl sigh and shake her head before walking towards me.

"Sorry for the price, dad always does the same thing around this time of year. For some reason, we get a big influx of visitors to the town, and he takes advantage of it," she said with an apologetic smile before stepping out of the door.

It seemed that she was a muggle. I was soon served my ice cream and to my surprise it was delicious. Definitely worth the price. "Good stuff man, ready another serving please," I said while stuffing the ice cream in my mouth.

"Slow down kid, or you'll get a brain freeze," he said but his actions betrayed his words. He was quickly scooping up more ice cream into another cup. I smiled and continued to eat. 30 minutes and 10 cups of ice cream later I leaned back on the chair while patting my stomach which was now fully bloated.

I saw Mario smiling like he had won the lottery. I simply shook my head, paid the bills and left a 100-dollar tip for the good hospitality. I then proceeded to slowly waddle my way out of the store and look around the old town. After passing the street full of shops I turned the corner to see a massive garden full of different coloured flowers.

It was an amazing sight to behold. There were kids running around, an elderly couple on a bench feeding a bunch of pigeons and a couple of young adults running around in sporting clothes.

I made my way over to the bench area and took up a spot near the old couple. I couldn't help but overhear their conversation.

"Old Ma, what are you going to make for dinner?" asked the old man suddenly.

"Lasagne." She said casually.

"What! Again?" he complained.

"Would you like to cook then?" she snapped back.

"N-No," he responded meekly.

"That's what I thought. So stop complaining. The doctor said that we need to diversify your diet you dumbass." She said angrily.

"Bah! What would that looney bin know?" he spat indignantly.

BAM!

The old lady hit him over the head which made him jump like a cat having his tail stepped on. Their little argument made me laugh slightly.

"Look, even the young lad is laughing at your antics, quit your whining." She said with a mocking smile as she nodded in my direction. I froze, why are you bringing me into this? Now the old man is going to yell at me. But what came next made me want to dig a hole and hide in it.

"HAHAHA! Look-look, he froze up as if someone had grabbed him by the balls. Good one old ma." He said with a thunderous laugh that didn't seem to correlate with his emaciated look.

The old lady chuckled slightly.

"Sorry young lad, it was just a joke. You can relax." She said before laughing again. I could only wave my hand at them signalling that it was ok while smiling wryly.

"Who might you be boy? Haven't seen you around here." Said the old man suddenly.