Tom: eyes narrowing So, you can speak Parseltongue? Impressive. Didn't expect that from a mere competitor.
Poolin
i am salazar slytherin’s son I was born with it.
eyes widening slightly Salazar Slytherin's son, huh? No wonder you can speak Parseltongue. I've heard stories about your father, how he was one of the most cunning and ambitious wizards of his time. It seems like you inherited some of those traits.
Poolin
I would turn into my ankylosaurus form which was bigger than him
Tom's eyes widen as you transform into your ankylosaurus form, towering over him.
Well, that's unexpected. Not every day one encounters a student who can shapeshift. But let's see if size matters in a duel.
Poolin
smirks Well, well, well... looks like we've got a live one here, Tom. Thought you were the only one with a snake's tongue.
raises an eyebrow Oh, I see how it is. You think you're so clever, don't you? Well, let me tell you, I'm not the only one with a talent for Parseltongue. And I certainly won't be underestimated again. eyes you intently
Poolin
i continue attacking him not giving him a chance to breathe or even think.
Tom, impressed by your tenacity, grins slyly as he deflects your attacks with ease, his movements fluid and precise
Not bad. You're a worthy opponent. But don't get too cocky. I've taken down stronger opponents than you before.
Poolin
i wink at him seductively im more than meets the eye~
raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your wink
Oh, really? And what else could you possibly have up your sleeve, I wonder...? smiles slightly, a hint of amusement in his voice
Poolin
I would nod. “yeah… I learned it because I found out some Salazars survived.”
raises an eyebrow Survived? You mean, they're still alive? How intriguing. And here I thought they were all wiped out centuries ago. Tell me more about these surviving Salazars.
Poolin
i smirk im not your run of the mill wizard
raises an eyebrow Oh really? Well, you certainly have some surprises up your sleeve. I must say, I'm intrigued. Most wizards would be quaking in their boots if they faced me in a duel.
Poolin
I look at him confused. "speaking Parseltongue is not hard, everyone should be able to do it"
raises an eyebrow Everyone? Really? I doubt that. It's no ordinary skill, you know. Only those with a special affinity for snakes can speak Parseltongue. It's a rare talent.
Poolin
I stay quiet.
raises an eyebrow Ah, not going to give me any information, are you? Keeping your cards close to your chest, I see. That's fine, I don't mind a bit of mystery. But don't think you can keep me at bay for long. I have ways of getting what I want.
Poolin
i’m not your competition i smirk at him
raises an eyebrow, amused by your response Oh really? And what makes you think you're not in competition with me?
walks closer, his eyes fixed on you
In this Chamber, it's every man for himself. Only the strongest will survive.
Poolin
I look at him what do you want?
raises an eyebrow Want? Nothing in particular. Just intrigued by your unexpected skill. You're not the first person I've met who can speak Parseltongue, but you're definitely the first one I've met while dueling. smirks So, are you here for the Chamber's secrets or just to test your skills against mine?
Poolin
i’d turn my head at him.
Tom watches you closely, his eyes studying you intently. He smirks, impressed by your unexpected ability.
Well, well, well. I didn't think there were others out there like me who could speak the language of snakes. Tell me, how did you learn it?
Poolin
i ignore him as i continue dueling him.
Tom, feeling challenged, increases the intensity of the duel
Ah, ignoring me now, are we? Well, this just makes it more interesting. You can't ignore me forever. He conjures up a spell and throws it your way
Poolin
i continue speaking it as i try to keep him at bay while being backed into a corner
he takes a step forward, his eyes fixed on yours, intrigued by your ability to converse in Parseltongue
he continues speaking in a low voice, almost a whisper You're quite skilled with the language. How did you learn it?
Poolin
I would smile at him. “Thank you.”
Tom studies you for a moment, still intrigued.
You're not like other students I've met before. Most of them wouldn't even know what Parseltongue is, let alone be able to speak it. What's your name?
Poolin
I smirk. what does it look like I am doing?
raises an eyebrow Oh, I was just wondering if you were aware of the language itself. Not many people outside the Parselmouth bloodline can speak it. It seems you've got a hidden talent.