honey i rose up from the dead

can you F E E L it? just below my skin; there's something trying to get out of me though I keep F O R C I N G it back in. can you S E E it? the gleam within my eyes; is untold story of w i c k e d n e s s in days that have long gone by. can you H E A R them? the faint and distant wails; they're all that's left of the men I K I L L E D who can no longer tell their tales. can you S E N S E them? the icy hands of death; sinking down into your L U N G S and ripping out your breath.

[crowbound]

You could ask him to kill for you & he would, though you never do because you like how he instinctively moves to protect you without you saying anything.

This man has done bad things; they’ve nested in his bones, they make him move like his love for you does. (via crowbound)

[serena-lacroix]

bristolxcorner:

“You’re sweet, Serena.” Bristol watched the brunette fidget with the foil of her burger and she hoped she hadn’t said anything wrong. She ignored it though and instead shook her head with a laugh. “I can promise that… So long as you don’t make me blush, I’ve been told I can turn so red I look like a tomato.” She looked over her friend’s face before giving her a sweet smile. “How are you? I haven’t seen you in a while.”

“Well now you’ve given me a cruel ultimatum, making me choose whether to be my charming self or prevent you from turning into my sworn enemy.” Serena nudged Bristol’s foot with her own. “I’ve been good. Adjusting to life outside of Hogwarts. How are you? How is life with the Potter boys? Going mad yet?”

[serena-lacroix]

bristolxcorner:

Bristol shook her head with an amused smile on her lips, relieved to see Serena’s face soften. She did love the other girl’s smile. “You can’t be saving everyone all the time. You gotta give the rest of us a chance to be amazing too, you know,” The blonde teased lightly as she took a seat across from her friend. “I never realised you hated tomatoes so much. The look you gave that thing… Oh man, I think I’d crumble if you ever looked at me like that.” 

“I suppose you’re right. Though I would argue that you’re amazing enough already.” Serena played with the edge of the foil as she watched Bristol sit across from her. The words conjured unpleasant memories from the past, but Serena tried to ignore them. “Unless you plan on becoming a tomato any time soon, I don’t think you’ll have to worry much about that.” 

[serena-lacroix]

bristolxcorner:

Bristol had only noticed Serena as the brunette held up a piece of harmless looking tomato with a look of disgust on her face. It was pretty clear, that wasn’t meant to be there and as the blonde approached her friend and heard her words, she knew she had to fix it. Because there was something off about Serena; she seemed more upset, more irritated than usual and Bristol wanted to help. “No it wasn’t. Give me a second.” She wrapped the burger - and the tomato slice - in the foil and headed towards the counter to have a few words with the staff. A few moments later, she was standing in front of her friend, a fresh burger in hand, no tomatoes in sight. “Hopefully this one is better? If not, I’m sure I could get you your money back. Hi, by the way.” 

Serena tilted her head to gaze up at Bristol. She hadn’t seen the other girl come in. But before she had a chance to say anything, the blonde had already grabbed the burger and walked away. Rena watched her progress, hand dropping from her face to rest against the table. A few minutes passed before Bristol was back, a new sandwich in hand. “Hi,” She glanced between the burger and the blonde. “You know, I’m supposed to be the one coming in to save day. You’re going to mess up our dynamic entirely if you keep this up.” A smile tugged at the corners of her mouth, ruining the serious look she was trying to have. “But thank you. It’s perfect.” 

[serena-lacroix]

Serena flipped off the bun of her sandwich, scowling at the slice of tomato placed almost tauntingly on top. She was sure that it was purposeful; that whoever had been in charge behind the counter had taken her request for no tomato as a personal slight and had gone out of their way to choose the biggest, sloppiest slice. Grabbing the edge between her fingers, Serena pulled the offending vegetable off the burger and onto the foil underneath it. With the napkin she began to dab at the burger, trying to sop up all the tomato juice that had seeped onto the other ingredients. After a moment, she gave up with an irritated sigh. “Well that was a waste of 5 pounds.” 

[super-barry-allen]

[insp.]

[wowspencerhastings]

[daniel-abbott-blog]

Fresh From the Pitch

[serena-lacroix]

daniel-abbott:

“Well thank goodness for that, at least,” Daniel said - genuinely meaning that since he didn’t want Serena, whom he previously called a friend, to get hurt. “Neither do I. Although I feel like they deserve a couple more to match us in losses.” He watched as she glanced down at her drink, nodding when she said yes. The Hufflepuff flagged a waitress down, ordering her another and himself one as well, “How’s Lexi?”

“I wouldn’t mind putting some more of those bastards in the ground.” The Death Eaters didn’t deserve to live and continue their murderous lines. Leaning back in her chair, she fiddled with the empty bottle in her hand. “She’s alright. Anxious to get out into the field.”

[wnq-writers]

Some very bad things have happened to me. So bad that if I ever tell you about it, you’ll feel sorry. But then I’ve done bad things to people, too. So I guess everyone has their demons. There’s no such thing as a ‘completely good person’. We just have flawed people who try to be good. Sometimes they succeed. Sometimes they don’t.

writtenwordhaspower

[daniel-abbott-blog]

Fresh From the Pitch

[serena-lacroix]

daniel-abbott:

There was nothing Daniel could say to argue against that. After seeing the paper, he knew that there were plenty injured and even one dead. Nodding, he looked to Serena and shrugged slightly, “I wasn’t even there when the attack happened, so I’d say about the same.” His eyes went to her butterbeer, “Want another?”

“I wasn’t involved in the last attack either. Though I have to say that I don’t mind that it was the Death Eaters on the receiving end this time around.” Serena glanced down at her bottle as he brought up the drink and tilted it slightly to the right, checking how much she had left. She would need another soon, there was barely enough for a sip left in the bottom. “Sure, why not.” 

[serena-lacroix]

averypucey:

          Her words sounded like a child’s, repeated in Serena’s mocking voice. Everything about the other girl made her uncomfortable - scared, though she couldn’t quite admit that. The sight of her wand out made that a little harder to deny, though. ‘ I said nothing’s wrong, ‘ she repeated, trying to sound confident and falling somewhat short even to her own ears. ‘ And I was…just leaving, ‘ Avery added. She needed to leave - for all the dangers that Knockturn might hold, the worst one for her was already right in front of her. ‘ My mother is waiting for me, ‘ she continued - a lie, but Serena didn’t have to know that. Anything if it got her out of this.

“I’m sure there your mother can wait a bit longer. After all, she should be used to missing a child or two by now.” Serena took another step closer. She was within touching distance of Avery now. All she would have to was reach out her hand. And she could strike the other girl down just as easily. “We never got the chance to finish our little talk after being rudely interrupted by Malfoy.” 

[daniel-abbott-blog]

Fresh From the Pitch

[serena-lacroix]

daniel-abbott:

There was an awkward silence as Daniel nodded from her reply. It was such a sick feeling in his stomach coming on, trying to hold it back as he knew that there was no way to get on better terms with her, “Been all right?” was all he could manage ask - genuinely concerned what with all of the attacks as of late.

“I’m here, aren’t I? Better off than some people.” Serena took another sip of her butterbeer, wishing with every particle of her body that it was alcoholic. For a moment she thought about leaving the conversation at that. But regardless of how she felt about Daniel, she knew that he was still Lexi’s friend. And so she bit back the urge to be rude. “You?”

[serena-lacroix]

averypucey:

       The sight of Serena LaCroix was enough to make Avery’s blood run cold. Nothing good could possibly come from her presence; it never had before, and Avery could only assume this would be the same. ‘ I - you - ‘ Her mind felt frozen, and she seemed to have forgotten how to speak. Not that there was anything to be said. She wanted to run and for once in her life, her instincts were probably right. ‘ Nothing’s wrong, ‘ Avery said quickly, eyes darting around as she looked for an escape.

“I-You-” Serena mocked, making her voice sound pathetic and whiny. It was nice to be able to see the effect she had on Avery. It would make dealing with her all that much easier. “Nothing? Interesting. You certainly aren’t acting like it’s nothing.” She pulled her wand from her pocket as she stepped closer to the other girl, rolling the wood between her fingers. “I’m surprised you came here alone. Knockturn is dangerous, you know. All sort of unsavory folk.”

[daniel-abbott-blog]

Fresh From the Pitch

[serena-lacroix]

daniel-abbott:

Sipping the warm wine from his mug, Daniel scanned the Leaky Cauldron for any familiar faces. It had been far too long since he had spent any proper time with friends. However, the face his did spot he would not exactly call a friend anymore. Serena. It was a bit sad, thinking back on it, of how their friendship turned into more antagonistic than anything else. Yet, that was Daniel’s fault. Gulping, he looked down to try to avoid eye contact in case she had seen him. Although Daniel figured that game wouldn’t last very long and slowly went up to her, “Serena…”

“Daniel.” Serena fought the urge to roll her eyes as the boy approached her. She had hoped that he would keep his distance and that she would finish her butterbeer without any issues. But of course that wasn’t her luck. 

[daniel-abbott-blog]

Fresh From the Pitch

[serena-lacroix]

daniel-abbott:

Daniel had spent most of his time as of late on the Quidditch pitch. From practice, to more games of the season, it was easy to get swept up and beyond busy. No time for family, let alone friends. Feeling he had been missing out, the Hufflepuff made his way to the Leaky Cauldron. A good, warm wine always helped when need be.

Serena sipped on her butterbeer in the far back corner of the pub, her eyes sweeping over the crowd, searching for any sign of impending trouble or chaos. It was hard for her to simply relax out in public settings after the seemingly unending stream of attacks. She was always on guard, always ready to spring into action should the need arise. Movement at the door caught her attention and she let out a irritated huff at the sight of Daniel Abbott walking through the entrance. And the afternoon had been so pleasant. 

[serena-lacroix]

averypucey:

     She was nervous. Not surprising, given where she was ; the last time Avery had stepped foot in Knockturn Alley, it hadn’t ended well. but here she was all the same, trying not to show her fear as she walked down the familiar street. Part of her wished she hadn’t come alone, but having a witness to her shaking hands, the way she kept looking over her shoulder, starting at every sound - that would have been worse. And it wasn’t like she planned to stay long. Iust a quick step to one of the less reputable bookstores, for an out of publication charms book, and she’d be done. Hopefully. A rattle caught her attention, though, and she turned. There was a small gap between two of the buildings, where daylight couldn’t reach. And unless she was very confused, there was someone there, watching her. Her wand drawn, Avery shouted into the darkened space. ‘ Who’s there? I’ll - come out or I’ll hex you! ‘

“Well, someone’s jumpy.” Serena stepped out of the shadows, a smirk crossing her lips. Her hands were tucked into her pockets, fingers playing with the handle of her wand as she looked at the younger girl. “What’s wrong Avery? You seem to be scared of something. Bad memories?” 

[serena-lacroix]

Serena watched the shouting man with curious interest. She had gone to a local pub near her apartment for entertainment while Molly and Lexington weren’t home but she hadn’t expected things to be this lively. Running her finger around the rim of her glass, she listened to the drunkard at the bar rant about the war and the Ministry’s incompetence. Another few shots were taken before the conversation changed. The Death Eaters were an even more intense topic of discussion, with a few other people chiming in as well. 

Serena shifted in her chair, her glass raising to her mouth to block her lips as she spoke in a low tone. “Idiot’s going to get himself killed if he keeps shouting like that.” 

@brennanbrogan