It surprised Newt how punctual this girl was because Leda was nearly always late to their engagements and needed a reminder constantly to even be close.
As they started talking, the entire time Newt was smiling. For the first time in a year he laughed out loud as he told Tina jokes Leda never found funny and smiled at her talking about her family. He talked about his animals and she listened to him intently the entire time, something Leda did only on occasion.
Tina was also enjoying herself immensely. She couldn’t understand why Leda Lestrange broke up with this fascinating, charming young man. He may be a little on the quirkier side what with his love of animals and social awkwardness. But he was sweet, genuine and earnest.
Despite being unhappy at how hurt he seemed at first, she was happy the break-up had happened because they never would have had this opportunity to meet and talk.
As their time together came to an end, Tina stood up and smiled.
“This was so nice, Mr. Scamander.”
“Please, call me Newt. And yes this was extremely pleasant. I needed someone to really listen to me.”
“I am glad I could be that person if just for tonight. I hope to see you again.”
“May I…walk you to your car?”
“Oh. I mean… if you want to I suppose. I parked a bit far away.” She admitted sheepishly.
“I’m fine with that.” He offered her his arm with a smile.
“Alrighty then, Newt.”
As they were walking to the car, Newt thought about bringing Leda up. He had to get it out. But once Tina started talking about her sister’s Christmas traditions, he was entranced all over again. He forgot about Leda and the heartache of the last year.
It was finally time to start anew.
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