Harry Potter Book 2 The Worst Birthday - Chapter 1 Part 2

Harry Potter Book 2 The Worst Birthday - Chapter 1 Part 2

“I’ll announce dinner,” said Aunt Petunia. “And, Dudley, you’ll say —” “May I take you through to the dining room, Mrs. Mason?” said Dudley, offering his fat arm to an invisible woman. “My perfect little gentleman!” sniffed Aunt Petunia. “And  you ?” said Uncle Vernon viciously to Harry. “I’ll be in my room, making no noise and pretending I’m not there,” said Harry dully. “Precisely. Now, we should aim to get in a few good compliments at dinner. Petunia, any ideas?” “Vernon tells me you’re a  wonderful  golfer, Mr. Mason. …  Do  tell me where you bought your dress, Mrs. Mason. …” “Perfect … Dudley?” “How about — ‘We had to write an essay about our hero at school, Mr. Mason, and  I  wrote about  you. ’ ” This was too much for both Aunt Petunia and Harry. Aunt Petunia burst into tears and hugged her son, while Harry ducked under the table so they wouldn’t see him laughing. “And you, boy?” Harry fought to keep his face straight as he emerged. “I’ll be in my room, making no noise and pretending I’m not there,” …