#2 Getting Lost

Ryan was wrong.

He must have taken the wrong staircase or turned a corner too early. They weren't at the library at all. In fact, he had no idea where they were or how to get back. The corridor was rather vacant, which sent a shiver up his spine. Ryan had only been at Hogwarts a short time, but had already gotten used to seeing students bustling around the corridors or outside. 

'Er...' He blushed, staring at his feet. At least he hadn't been in such a rush that Ruby couldn't keep up, but he felt bad for having taking the lead now. 'Sorry. I really thought we were going to right away. None of this looks familiar at all.' He gasped anxiously, turning on the spot in search of some indication of where they were. It was impossible. He doubted Ruby would know either, but at least it wasn't boring - right?

'Windows!' Ryan rushed to them, peering out in hope it could help orient them. Except, he didn't really know what all of Hogwarts even looked like yet. There were a lot more towers than he'd realised, though curiosity rose in hoping to find out where they all led one day. So long as it was allowed, and safe, of course. He doubted they all were. 

'Well...' He considered, taking in as much of the view as he could. 'I think we're definitely lower than the 6th floor. Maybe higher than the 4th. I've never really been in anything as big as Hogwarts before though. Maybe we're kinda close? Ugh. I'm so, so sorry Ruby.' Ryan buried his face in his hands in shame and apology.

What if she was mad about being lost and didn't want to be his friend anymore? What if she just left him there to fend for himself? Oh, that would be terrifying!