Isaac Hamilton

A Drop in the Ocean Causes No Change, yet Can Grow To Be Something Greater. It's The Beginning.

[isaachamilton]

Hmmm...

[ravenclaws-finest-slob]

  Nathan raised his eyebrows when the other mentioned he had rarely eaten that week, “Right, you’re filling your face today then. No boyfriend of mine is going hungry, you know I can’t resist someone with a good appetite” The Ravenclaw grinned, the word ‘boyfriend’ feeling weird on his tongue- a month ago Nathan wouldn’t believe he would be referring anyone as such. He wondered if he was acting strange, he saw others acting like an intimate couple before and the Ravenclaw wished there was a rule book of some kind that would prevent him from saying something completely cheesy or silly. As they strolled down the corridor he felt the other’s hand brush against his, then after a moment of nervously worrying, Nathan reached out and clasped Isaac’s hand, their fingers gently entangled. He quickly turned his head the other way, his chest aching slightly at the new experience and hoping it wasn’t evident as his cheeks gradually heated.

[isaachamilton]

As Nathan said that he would be stuffing his face, Isaac couldn't help but give a small laugh, biting his own bottom lip lightly in a smile as he nodded, "I can agree to that. I wouldn't mind 'filling myen Nathan used the face' with pumpkin pasties," the Slytherin chuckled, then looked up when Nathan used the term 'boyfriend' to him. It was all so new, so fresh, but Isaac was enjoying it and wouldn't have it any other way. Arching an eyebrow, Isaac gave a playful smirk, "Oh you can't, can you?" he snickered, "Well..." he smiled, running a hand through his own hair lightly, "Luckily my boyfriend takes me to stuff my face so that I can have a good one," he smiled even wider, liking saying the term. And even though it was strange, he hoped Nathan did as well. So far, so good. Isaac hoped he wasn't scaring him off by being clingy or something, but he honestly couldn't help it. Finally being with the person he most wanted to be with (in his life, really), Isaac wanted to be with him, hold him, kiss him, and anything that Nathan wanted. As their fingers entangled with each other, Isaac blushed, looking over to the Ravenclaw. Seeing his blush, Isaac knew better than to make a big deal, but instead, brought Nathan over to the side. With a grin, Isaac wrapped his arms around him as he backed himself up against the wall, bringing him into another kiss, making it soft and sensual. Pulling away, he kept close, opening his eyes slowly, "You sure you want to go in just yet?" Isaac asked in a soft whisper. While he was hungry, he would much prefer to take some time and be with his boyfriend intimately. Even if it was only kissing, but just to be able to touch him and be close. At the moment, that was what Isaac wanted most: just to be with Nathan.

[isaachamilton]

Hmmm...

[ravenclaws-finest-slob]

  Nathan smiled at the other, pretending not to notice Isaac’s cheeks redden slightly. He was pleased to hear the Slytherin was hungry, his smile widening as he nodded, “Well good, because I’m heading to the Great Hall now. Care to join me?” The kiss was unexpected but nice. Nathan knew that was what couples did in a relationship, but he realised it would probably take him a while to get used to the whole thing. He smirked at Isaac and leaned in, pressing his lips to the other’s cheek for a short second. “I’m… good. How about yourself?” Nathan asked as they began walking down the hall.

[isaachamilton]

Isaac could feel his own cheeks redden, a bit embarrassed by how quickly Nathan always made him flustered, but he couldn't help it. And now that they were in a relationship, the Slytherin was on cloud 9. Seeing the Ravenclaw's smile widening made Isaac grin even more himself, "Of course," he agreed immediately, "I'm actually starving. I haven't had much to eat these last few days. Dabbling." he gave a light excuse to cover up the real reason of his emotional train wreck plus healing potions even still. Isaac knew it would take a bit to get used to the new situation, but he was happy - more than happy - as Nathan pressed a kiss to his cheek, making it burn even more red. As they walked, Isaac stood closer than normal to the other because now he felt it was okay, looking up at him, "Much better now to be honest," he admitted, but truthfully, the pains of his scars burned on occasion, but he couldn't tell Nathan because it might make him feel guilty.

[the-littlest-lioness]

J-just

[the-littlest-lioness]

  Katie curled into Isaac as she walked into the den of snakes, she loved her Slytherin friends, and she enjoyed toying with the idea that at one time she may have been a Slytherin; but being in here, there were always lingering glares at her for her colors and her blood. She let him heal the cut on her forehead, wondering for a second if it would scar before obediently drinking the potion she handed it. She’d long grown desensitized to the taste of healing potions as most would make a lesser witch gag, she placed the vial down as she curled into Isaac’s protective embrace. “Thanks Isa…”

[isaachamilton]

Isaac smiled as she drank the potion, moving Katie's hair lightly to look where the cut had been, "No scar, good. wasn't as bad as we thought." he said softly, happy that she was all right. And as they sat together, people stopped staring, letting them be, to which Isaac was thankful for. As she then began to curl into him, Isaac nodded, "Of course, Katie dear." he said sweetly, keeping her there. The least he could do was give her a moment before she would say what was wrong - if she wanted to. He wouldn't pressure her.

[the-littlest-lioness]

J-just

[the-littlest-lioness]

  Katie slowly still, her muscles still tensed as she looked up at Isaac before leaning her face into his chest, her eyes still dripping with tears. “O-okay….” the dungeons. The dungeons were safe, underground, no heights, no hospitals.

[isaachamilton]

Isaac heart clenched as he saw her expression, gulping. He quickly made it down to the dungeons, ignoring looks as he brought her into the Slytherin common room. House pride, of course. But he quickly went to get his potions kit, going down to help her. First, he whispered a healing spell to help the cut on her head then got a potion, "Drink..." he said softly, then sat beside her, waiting until she drank it before pulling her into a hug.

[isaachamilton]

Hmmm...

[ravenclaws-finest-slob]

  It had been a day since Nathan and Isaac had decided to try being together, so far it was a fairly normal day. Nathan was about to make his way toward the Great Hall for dinner when he turned and began heading to the Slytherin common room, wondering if Isaac had already eaten. He only managed to turn a corner when he collided into the Slytherin boy himself. “I was just looking for you.” Nathan smiled down at the other, “You hungry?”

[isaachamilton]

Isaac  couldn't help but blush seeing that it was Nathan - especially not after the day before. After a moment, Isaac looked down with a sheepish smile, "Yea...I am actually," he grinned, looking back up. As he thought of something to say, Isaac internally debated to kiss him or not, but since now that they were in an actual relationship, Isaac so no harm and went for it. It was a soft kiss, not passionate like before because Isaac was afraid he'd scare him off and smiled afterward, "H-how are you?" he began walking with the Ravenclaw.

[the-littlest-lioness]

J-just

[the-littlest-lioness]

  "N-no, I don’t wanna go there!" Katie wiggles in Isaac’s arms, "I spent four days in there don’t make me go again, p-please. N-not again… I can’t be in there again. I’ve got potions. Just give me my potions!"

[isaachamilton]

Isaac sighed, making sure she didn't fall as she tried to wiggle away, holding her closer, "All right...then I'm taking you to my room where I have potions, okay? It's less distance than going up to the tower anyway."

[the-littlest-lioness]

J-just

Gi-give me a hand up— I’ll be al-alright if I-I get off of the floor….. 

[isaachamilton]

Katie! Oh God...oh Merlin...are you all right? -quickly goes to her, picking her up- All right...I'm taking you to the hospital wing.

[isaachamilton]

Hmmm...

Isaac wrote in his journal, particularly writing everything Nathan had said and smiled to himself. Damnit. Isaac couldn't stop smiling. Shaking his head, Isaac put the journal down and decided to wander the halls (over to Ravenclaw tower).

However, he accidentally bumped into someone, quickly looking up to apologize.

[isaachamilton]

Meeting in the Astronomy Tower | Nathan & Isaac

[ravenclaws-finest-slob]

   Had their relationship always been so complicated? Their friendship had started with a few jokes and now they were having a serious discussion about sharing a relationship, something Nathan had never had much interest in. He had never been attracted to the idea of romance and listening to other students’ plans of marriage just bewildered him, how could they be so sure that they’d spend the rest of their life together? But with Isaac the idea didn’t seem so impossible, perhaps he couldn’t make a promise of unconditional love for the Slytherin but something about the other always made him rethink his beliefs. He wanted to be with Isaac and he realised that he had wanted this for a while. He bit the inside of his cheek and tilted his head as the other spoke, the Slytherin’s words making him feel strange. No regrets… He opened his mouth to challenge the other’s response, to say he would have acted that way if it was Marcus or Katie and that perhaps he was mistaking the act of friendship for something more, but the words stuck in his throat, refusing to make a sound. He wanted to say something but what was there to say? Then Isaac said the thing Nathan needed to hear. He didn’t know if the Slytherin’s promise was guaranteed but the sincerity behind it was all Nathan needed to hear, “If you ever break your promise I’ll…” He thought for a second before continuing, completely serious, “Give you indestructible dreadlocks that reach your ankles.” Then with Isaac’s arms around his neck a small smirk crossed his lips as he replied, “Well… seeing as you asked so nicely…” He then leaned closer and pressed his forehead gently against the others, his lips were millimetres away from Isaac’s and they remained there for a moment before he smiled, “Let’s see how far this can go.” Nathan then closed his eyes and pressed his lips against Isaac, entangling his fingers into the boy’s soft, brunette locks.

[isaachamilton]

For once in his life, Isaac had never wanted to be with someone so badly. At a time, he thought he was in love with Emma, but that flame died the night she rejected him, and it wasn't even love; Isaac knew that now. For some inexplicable reason, Nathan's jokes and they're lightly flirtatious banters turned into something more for the Slytherin. Whenever they ventured and delved deeper to understand one another, Isaac was always breathless. He could tell that Nathan wasn't the sort to go about and be in relationships because he didn't believe in love. And yet, Isaac had his baggage. From family, to being misunderstood, and trying to find a place in Hogwarts. If weren't for Nathan, Isaac would feel left out, save by a few others. So once the pair began to become a little more than just friends, Isaac could honestly say that he was scared. scared to push  Nathan and scared that he would fall too hard for the Ravenclaw. But there was something about him that made Isaac want to be better and do things others - especially him. Deep down, that's why Isaac knew he has to save him after the riot, and now he carried that with him, wanting Nathan to understand that as well; and how much Isaac wanted to be with him. And seeing  his expression after his promise, Isaac knew that's what Nathan carred about most: friendship, no matter what happened at the end of the day. And Isaac was glad to be able to say he could keep that promise and wanted to. At the threat, Isaac couldn't help but laugh slightly, "That's a horrible...horrible hex to on someone Nathan." he smiled, "But I won't break that promise...because I need that too," Isaac whispered, softly holding onto the other as his fingers began to tangle in Nathan's curls. At his smirk, Isaac couldn't help but blush and chuckled breathlessly from his words, closing his eyes, "Hopefully a long time, then," Isaac whispered before his lips were captured by Nathan's, finally able to fully enjoy the kiss without worry of pushing Nathan away. The fingers in his own hair made him smile into the kiss, deepening it slightly as he melted into it, in Nathan's arms. The idea of love was actually present in the back of Isaac's mind; because one day, if not soon, he could tell he'd be madly in love with Nathan. Practically inseparable.

[isaachamilton]

Meeting in the Astronomy Tower | Nathan & Isaac

[ravenclaws-finest-slob]

  It took Nathan a moment to realise what Isaac was referring to before laughing, “Merlin, Isaac, you’ve got me wanting fried chicken now…” There was something about the other that just made the Ravenclaw forget all his worries, minutes before he was dreading seeing Isaac but now they were casually laughing together. The Slytherin had such a peculiar affect on him… but the conversation’s topic changed and the atmosphere became tense, a seriousness that Nathan had never really been fond of. The next minute was a whole rush, at on point he was apologising and the next he found himself kissing the other. How had that even happened? Nathan had no clue. Things just ended that way with Isaac, as though it was meant to be that way. Their gentle kiss grew deeper and Nathan suddenly wanted all of Isaac, to do everything he could in that heated moment, but instead he drew back. He shook his head slowly at the other’s response, “You would have felt that way with any student, Isaac. If you see someone hurt of course you want to save them.” But as the Slytherin continued there was nothing Nathan could think of to contradict him, everything he said made sense. Maybe Nathan did need that kind of person in his life, and perhaps being that person for someone else could get them both through the terrible events that threatened the Wizarding World. Was it really worth risking their friendship though? Nathan gazed down at the other before hesitantly asking, “Do you promise that we will stay friends if this… doesn’t work out?”

[isaachamilton]

Once Nathan realized what Isaac had been referring to, the Slytherin boy laughed heartily, nodding, "We'll get you some soon enough, Curly." he smiled fondly at the other, always having loved their friendship. And since that's how it started, Isaac would never want anything less. The last few weeks of not talking to the Ravenclaw had been utter torture for the Slytherin. They were friends, first and foremost, and not talking had brought heartache that Isaac had never wanted. And even though this moment was serious, even somewhat difficult, it was needed. Isaac understood what Nathan wanted, even needed, and now Nathan had the chance to understand Isaac. How the snake wanted to be with the eagle. And from their kiss, Isaac could tell that somewhere, Nathan wanted that too. At Nathan's response. Isaac shook his head, "I wouldn't have tried to sacrifice myself. If it was anyone else, I would have ran with them and gotten them to the portkey or something. But with you...I wasn't about to let you die. Not in my arms. So I risked my own life to save you, Nathan. Because I wanted to. And I don't regret. Not at all..." he said slowly as if to contain the emotion, but most of it was hitched in his throat, making it difficult to speak. Isaac knew he was right though. If Nathan didn't feel like he could be that person, Isaac could at least be that for Nathan. So with a nod, Isaac looked up at Nathan, "Yes..." he whispered, "You were my friend from the beginning, Curly...so it's going to be that way, even in the end." Isaac stared at his lips for a moment, but his eyes wandered back up to Nathan's as he wrapped his arms around his neck, "Will you let me be that person you need? Someone who will support you through the thick and thin...protect you...and eventually, even love you?"

[isaachamilton]

Meeting in the Astronomy Tower | Nathan & Isaac

[ravenclaws-finest-slob]

  Nathan smiled softly as the other chuckled, he hadn’t seen Isaac smile like that in weeks and now he realised how much he missed it. “I’m hardly ever alert, unless there’s food obviously.” He grinned at the other, for a short second forgetting the daunting thoughts that loomed over his mind. The Ravenclaw listened silently as the other answered his question, he didn’t know how to answer, he didn’t think answering Isaac was possible. Then Nathan said something he regretted as soon as it escaped his mouth, he asked himself why he was being such a dick. He had never wanted to act that way to Isaac and this was no excuse, “Sorry… I didn’t mean it like that-” Nathan began to apologise when he was cut off by the Slytherin’s two soft lips on his own, his heartbeat raced and he found himself catching his breath as the other pulled back. Unable to compute anything that was happening, and completely forgetting Isaac’s night with Sven, the only thing Nathan was capable of doing was closing the distance between the pairs lips once more. It was a gentle kiss, not a meaningless one that he had shared with just anyone, and it was by far Nathan’s favourite.

Suddenly, the Ravenclaw opened his eyes and drew away from the other’s lips, “Wait… This is going too fast, Isaac. You think you feel all these things for me but how are you sure?” Nathan pushed the other back a little, gazing directly into the Slytherin’s eyes. “I-I feel something but I’m not even sure what that something means… does that make sense?” He sighed quietly before taking the other’s hands, “I don’t think I can be that kind of person for you right now. Especially while all this shit is happening.” He hated being this kind of person. The Ravenclaw suddenly felt like the shittiest dickhead for kissing Isaac and then saying these words. “I’m really sorry, Hami… so… if this is where you want to end it then… then I can’t blame you…”

[isaachamilton]

Isaac was happy that Nathan was at least smiling for a moment. After not seeing the other for so long, that's all he wanted to see form Nathan. To see him happy. With a nod, Isaac smirked, "Right. Oh I remember when you had the fried chicken," the Slytherin chuckled slightly. But soon their light banter and fun went away, leaving Isaac almost breathless. As Nathan began to apologize, Isaac was grateful for at least that, and tried not to spoil their kiss. Isaac indeed found Nathan's kisses to be the best, never wanting to end them. And as the Ravenclaw drew closer, Isaac couldn't help but deepen it just slightly. He wanted to keep going, forget the talking afterward. But as the other pulled away, Isaac looked up at him, finally opening up his eyes. However, Isaac wished he could close them once more and forget everything. With Nathan's words, Isaac couldn't help but feel the heartache once more - almost worse than the hospital wing because Nathan admitted that there was indeed something between the two. But Nathan had a very good question: how did Isaac know he felt like this for the other? After a moment, Isaac gulped, "I'm sure because...because when we were in that alley, I knew I had to save you...whatever this is, whatever I'm feeling, it's because I never want to see you like that again. Only happy and with me...to get through these hard times together. To be the support we already are, but even more so." Isaac nodded, "I know...it doesn't make sense for me either. The only thing I am sure of though is that even with all of this shit happening around us, we should all stick together, protect each other, and you and I...maybe you and I together means this as well...maybe you need that kind of person for yourself, and I'm telling you I want to be that person. I want to be there for you. Please," Isaac whispered once more and shook his head, "I don't want to leave. I don't want another time of a few weeks going by and us not talking. I don't think I'd be able to handle that again, Nathan."

[isaachamilton]

Meeting in the Astronomy Tower | Nathan & Isaac

[ravenclaws-finest-slob]

  Nathan was relieved when Isaac chuckled, choosing not to follow the topic any further. He responded to the other with a small smile, “Well, you can’t be on alert all the time, can you? And everyone has those phases, some more than others…” Nathan admitted with a slight shrug and smirk. He nodded as the other replied, there was something about the way Isaac was behaving that seemed peculiar to Nathan. Was the Slytherin worried that he had snooped through the diary and read through all of his thoughts? He had never had a diary but he knew they were private accounts- something that should never be read without permission. Nathan tilted his head and frowned when Isaac admitted he had slept with Sven… and regretted it. “Why… why are you telling me this?” The Ravenclaw had no idea how to respond, he had been thinking about it most of the night and yet the other’s confession still came as a shock. “… What’s done is done, I guess.” Nathan hadn’t meant for the words to sound so cold but he couldn’t get the thought of Sven and Isaac out of his head. He had no reason to be angry, it was not as though Isaac and Nathan were together, but he could not ignore the feeling of betrayal. And this made him feel even more ridiculous…

[isaachamilton]

Isaac was happy that at least the first part of their conversation seemed like normal times - how they usually were: friendly and even somewhat joking. After all, they had given each other the nicknames of Curly and Dimple. So with a nod and slight smile that indeed showed off said dimple, "Well no. If that were the case, then I think I'd be downright mad." he chuckled softly, "Admitting yo're like that when you're not sleeping, Andy?" he teased lightly, glad that they could be playfully for a bit. Even if it was only for a brief moment. But then it all went to Hell and it felt like something had dropped to the pit of Isaac's stomach when he saw Nathan's frown. It was like seeing him, the one Isaac was falling for, in the alleyway bleeding and dying again. For a moment, Isaac couldn't speak, his throat dry and his voice hitched. When Nathan asked why he was telling him this, Isaac gulped, finally getting the courage to speak again, "You know why...I regret it because it wasn't you. Because I'm not with you. And it's eating me up inside, Nathan." he took a moment, taking a breath as if he had been holding it the whole time previously, "I can't stand this...being away from you, trying to ignore you because you don't feel the same way..." but then Nathan said the cold words that struck Isaac as if he'd been stabbed with an ice pick, "Nathan...." Isaac whispered, wondering what to do...what to say..but he couldn't take it anymore. It made him breathless, feeling as if he had to catch a breath every few moments because he felt as if he was drowning. So Isaac dropped his journal, his precious journal, unceremoniously to the ground and took Nathan by the collar, bringing him into a deep kiss. It was different from each kiss they had shared previously, filling it with more passion and more fire than before, as if silently telling Nathan how much he wanted him - needed him - and melted into it. Slowly, he pressed closer to him, but pulled his lips away gently, keeping his eyes closed, "Tell me you don't feel the same way...then I'll stop." Isaac said, risking words that would kill him if Nathan truly didn't. But he had to know, because he thought Nathan did. He had to - at least something.

[isaachamilton]

Meeting in the Astronomy Tower | Nathan & Isaac

[ravenclaws-finest-slob]

  Nathan shook his head and shrugged, “No reason.” Was he acting strange? The Ravenclaw had no idea how to act no, he didn’t want to act normally but his rational mind begged him to keep calm. “No need to apologise, it’s my fault too.” Nathan took the transfiguration book and grinned, unsure if it was believable. “No problem, mate…” He tried to keep his gaze on Isaac’s but suddenly his eyes turned away awkwardly, feeling uncomfortable and impatient. He just wanted to leave, turn around and avoid Isaac for another three weeks. But he knew it was silly, and he knew that he wouldn’t. Isaac was trying to move on and the Ravenclaw had to support him, that way their relationship  wouldn’t end in complete failure. Soon everything would go back to normal… Nathan smiled and quickly handed the other his journal, relieved to have it out of his grasp. “Erm… so… so how was detention?”

[isaachamilton]

Once Nathan started to play off the pause like it was nothing, Isaac didn't completely believe it,however didn't say anything. Instead, the Slytherin looked to the Ravenclaw with a small chuckle, "But I wasn't really paying attention," Isaac rubbed the back of his neck, "My mind has been in a sort of daze the last couple of days." he gulped. It was true. After his night with Sven, Isaac's mind just simply wasn't in the right place. If Isaac could take it back, he would. And it was eating him up inside. But then Nathan asked how detention was, diverting his thoughts for only a moment as he shrugged, "Long and boring as always," Isaac gave a breathless chuckle before the guilt hit him once more. Running fingers through his hair, Isaac sighed, looking down, "Nathan....I did something I regret," he paused a moment, trying to figure out how to put it in words. If he could put it in words. "I," he started, "I slept with Sven..." Isaac began before looking up with almost scared eyes, worried before looking down, "and I don't know what to do..."

[isaachamilton]

I want to try something...

[carymatlin-deactivated20160529]

  I think…I’d volunteer, but it would be nice to know what I’m signing up for before I…you know, sign up for it. It’s not something really crazy like jumping on to broomsticks from the top of the Astronomy Tower, right?

[isaachamilton]

No, no. Nothing crazy like that. But something more difficult. Building a machine using optics and even electricity.

[isaachamilton]

I want to try something...

[penelope-jameson]

  Muggle technology? I mean, I know how electricity works and I can usually repair kitchen appliances without blowing them up. And I’m actually pretty decent at charms. A machine to do what? So Marcus told you about a machine? What exactly do you want to do about it? 

[isaachamilton]

Just a combination of Muggle electricity and magic. Something with mirrors possibly. So optics is a chance. He said that it was a machine that in the wrong hands could do horrible things...I want to re-create it to counter it. But that's all he really said and it's why I need more information.

[isaachamilton]

I want to try something...

[grace-farrow]

  Not to toot my own horn, but my skills in dance come in handy in just about every situation, so if that’s something you need, then I’m definitely your girl.

[isaachamilton]

No, you have every right to toot your own horn about that. It's just...I'm not even sure what I'll need. Once I figure it all out and do some planning, I'd be more than grateful to have your help.

[isaachamilton]

I want to try something...

[lucille-banks]

  What are you up to? If you tell me a little more about what you’re working on, maybe I can help?

[isaachamilton]

I'm thinking about making a machine...I don't even want to really say since it sounds so crazy...