and we danced in the light of the moon

Ella Shallcross - Ravenclaw - Neutral

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The cafe around her was nearly empty and as she was settled in the back of the restaurant, she found herself not caring.

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severus-sncpe:

Severus bit his lip, eyes finding her’s and letting the warmth they brought draw him in ever so slightly. He chuckled, falling back into reality, “I suppose you could call it that, yeah.” He was finding himself enjoying the conversation, the company, and he began to blush gently at the thought of them spending time together on a regular basis. But his eyes flicked back to her’s and the brief pause was broken by a sigh, “It’s not much of a career, and it’s more complicated than a hobby, so I don’t really know if I’ll keep doing it.”

Ella giggled lightly as he admitted to the work. Nodding in understanding as he explained the complexity behind what he loved. “That is understandable.” she said, thinking to her mother’s business. “My mother is a broomsmith. Ever since she has been in the hospital I have been running the day-to-day operations.” Nibbling on her bottom lip, she gave him a smile. “I think you should keep doing it. Do what you love.”

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severus-sncpe:

Severus hadn’t noticed his smile, but it was spread from ear to ear apparently, and it was only at her last question that he chuckled, “Unfortunately my life isn’t exciting enough for such a thing to happen.” He shook his head, biting his lip slightly, “I get asked to brew things on occasion, and someone wanted it done. But, I also just am trying to perfect everything I already know. Most of the potions we were learning at school weren’t taught properly, and so I must teach myself.”

Ella cocked her head to the side. “I have yet to find someone with such an exciting life.” Sipping at the drink between her hands, she nodded in fascination. “Then you must be very skilled, for someone to request such a difficult potion from you.” Mulling the thought over, she chewed on her bottom lip. “I always felt that the potions we made were never quite... there.” she said, a little amazed that someone else had such drive towards perfection. “Is that what you are doing now-a-days?” she asked stirring the chocolate milk with an idle hand. “Freelance potion making?”

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severus-sncpe:

Severus nodded, “Potions and the Dark Arts were definitely my favourites. There’s just so much to learn and explore, I really enjoy it.” He raised a brow at her as she spoke, interest sparking in his eyes, “So, you know all about Wiggenweld then? And how the flobberworm mucus reacts with the salamander blood? I’m quite intrigued by the whole process, I’ve just made a batch at home actually. Stuff doesn’t smell great, but it works a treat.” Severus stopped, realising he’d rambled, and a red blush hit his cheeks. He never talked about his passions, especially not with girls (other than Lily of course, back in school). 

Ella found herself nodding as Snape spoke. His words mirrored her thoughts, she had always found potions fascinating. Following his string of words, Ella found herself nodding, a smile splitting her face as she laughed lightly. “Yes, Yes!” she said, her eyes ablaze with interest. “I have also been experimenting with unicorn horn, octopus powder and wolfsbane in the potion. It has more of a... restorative effect. It not only wakes them but it also restores some of their health.” Ticking the ingredients off as she spoke, Ella gave him a broad smile. “You keep a batch at home? Just in case someone you know gets infected with the Draught of the Living Dead?” she asked, smiling in a good-natured way.

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severus-sncpe:

Severus shrugged absently, although was mindful of keeping himself from turning back into the lanky boy he was around girls. “Just a project I’m working on, it’s been a bit of a hard one. But, looks like it’s coming together now.” He raised a brow at her, waiting until her question to nod, “That’s really interesting, and cool. Yeah, potions was… Well is kind of my thing, I suppose. I enjoy it, though I don’t use them as often as in school. But, yeah, it’s one of my passions you could say.” Severus wasn’t sure how long he’d kept eye contact with her, but once he fell silent they dropped to his cup, looking at the dark liquid as he licked his lips, glancing back up to her occasionally.

Ella was delighted that she had found another person who buried them self in work, just like her. “The harder it is, the more rewarding it tends to be.” she said, smiling. Sipping on the sweet, hot chocolate, Ella gave him her direct attention as he spoke. “Was it one of your favorite classes back at school?” she asked, tilting her head as she asked the question. “I actually am using the magical creature ingredients to see how they effect medical potions. You could say that is my passion.”

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Settling down at the table, Ella sighed. At least the day wasn’t completely ruined! Here she was, having coffee with a nice gentleman she had met only a few moments ago. Plus he had complimented her, which was nice. “Yes, I had to pick up groceries and some potion ingredients. On the worst day for it, really.” Ella gave him a smile and ordered herself a hot chocolate when the waitress came by. “What about yourself? Running errands? Enjoying the wonderful weather?”

Severus nodded, ordering him a flat white and turning back to Ella, shrugging absently, “Perhaps not the weather, but enjoying a walk. I’ve been locked up in my house for the past week, so needed to get out, despite the obvious bad luck I have.” He chuckled, feeling comfortable for a moment and nodding once more, “Was actually going to maybe collect some more ingredients for my own potion, but thinking I might give it a break for today,” He smiled gently as he met her eyes, biting his lips slightly, “Are you interested in potions?”

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Ella could help the smile on her face. It was, after all, a very beautiful area-Ella understood the urge to wander it. "Locked up for the week? Why is that?" Ella wasn't a stranger to staying at home for her work, but it was her understanding that not everyone did it. "I have been working with some magical creatures to see how their... materials affect them." Ella cradled her hot chocolate in her hands and smiled. "I take it you have been working on some potions too?"

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severus-sncpe:

Severus looked over to where she pointed and nodded, “Looks good.” He smiled at the waitress as they sat, his eyes not being able to meet her’s straight away. He bit his lip briefly, glancing up to look at her, and then out at the rain, taking a moment to breathe before speaking, “What brings you out into the rain today? Shopping?” He montioned slightly at the bags.

Settling down at the table, Ella sighed. At least the day wasn’t completely ruined! Here she was, having coffee with a nice gentleman she had met only a few moments ago. Plus he had complimented her, which was nice. “Yes, I had to pick up groceries and some potion ingredients. On the worst day for it, really.” Ella gave him a smile and ordered herself a hot chocolate when the waitress came by. “What about yourself? Running errands? Enjoying the wonderful weather?”

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severus-sncpe:

“That’s a beautiful name,” Severus said lowly, almost immediately wanting to sew his mouth shut. Confidence didn’t suit him he decided. An odd gesture to a door with a warm glow behind it, luckily the path was protected by the awning, and Severus took a few steps toward it, opening it wide to allow Ella in. 

Ella felt a blush travel up her neck. Giving him a sweet smile, she giggled lightly. “Well thank you...” Following his gesture, Ella trotted along under the awning after him. As he opened the door for him, she thanked him and stepped into the noticeably warmer cafe. Noting an empty table tucked against the back wall with a view of the rain, Ella pointed it out. “Is there okay?”

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severus-sncpe:

Severus kept his eyes forward as she spoke, glancing to her as her clothes dried. He straightened, trying not to hunch over as he sighed, “Would you care for a hot drink, than?” The coffee was welcoming, and he gave an awkward smile to the woman before him, quickly shaking his head, “Sorry, I should probably introduce myself before inviting you to join me. I’m Severus.”

Thinking that a hot drink would be perfectly in order, Ella nodded. “A hot drink would be quite welcome right about now.” Smiling as he introduced himself, Ella nodded. “My name is Ella, it’s a pleasure to meet you.” Giving him a bright smile, she reached down to grab her bags. “Where shall we get that coffee you spoke of?”

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severus-sncpe:

Severus raised a brow as someone spoke, looking down to a pretty young woman. He nodded, his cheeks going a little pink at the unexpected meeting. “No woman either by the looks of it.” He tried a chuckle, which came put a little tougher and put his hands in his pockets.

Ella couldn’t help the giggle that slipped between her lips. “You are correct about that.” Looking out as the rain seemed to pour down harder she sighed lightly. “Well now we will have to wait.” Setting her bags down at her feet, she pulled out her wand and dried out her clothing. “This will probably go on for a while as well...”

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severus-sncpe:

After a week of being crammed in his kitchen, Severus was in dire need of a walk. It was a nice day, or as nice as England was this time of year, and he sighed as the clouds rolled over him, threatening to bring rain once more. There was a spit of water, and he started heading for cover, groaning a little as it began to pour down. To noone in particular, he frowned,

“I was enjoying my walk…”

Taking a deep breath of the heavy midsummer air, Ella felt the storm coming. Not only had the sun been covered, but the air had grown humid. Just a few more blocks... she thought, grasping the grocery bags closer to her chest. Maybe she would make it! The thought was interrupted by a trickle of rain that fell around her, picking up speed as the downpour split the sky. Looking around, she darted off into a small shop alcove. There was someone already standing there. “Per usual, the weather waits for no man.” Shooting the tall man a smile, she turned and looked out to the rain. 

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xenosilius:

“What do you mean you’ve never heard of a crumple-horned snorkack? Didn’t you read my last article?” Xenophilius looked expectantly wide-eyed at the person before reaching into his back pocket and whipping out his own copy of The Quibbler, “I carry one for such emergencies as these, here you go, page nine.”

Ella blinked in confusion. The man was muttering something about a crumple-horned something or another and she was lost. Taking the proffered magazine, she opened to page 9, skimmed the article and looked up at him. “And you have... seen one of these things...”

[forsaken-lestrange]

✦ February 2009 ✦

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forsaken-lestrange:

Long gone were the days where he didn’t have to worry about there being children just in the other room, and it was times like this where the stark reminder hit him. “I think I agree, cherie.” he muttered. “I’ll have to see when my mother can take the boys, and hopefully it will be sooner rather than later…”

Rabastan was completely on board at this point and the thought of them taking a trip together after so long was thrilling. Bouncing lightly in her excitement, she hugged his tight and planted kisses all along his neck. “Hopefully.” Giving him a sweet smile, she stood up and bounded off into the kitchen as the boys started fussing.

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What exactly is in this?

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dahlia-cornelia-selwyn:

Dahlia eyed the cup with distrust, but accepted it after a second of consideration. She tasted it, wrinkling her face after the taste. “Sharp and bitter. I’m not much of an alcohol expert, but maybe it is giggle water. I’ve never tried one.”

Watching Dahlia take a sip, Ella nodded in agreement. “Giggle water is a pleasant drink. I smelled what James and Sirius were drinking and I swear it burned my nose hairs.” Giving her a companionable smile, Ella finished off her drink.

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✦ February 2009 ✦

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forsaken-lestrange:

“What we want isn’t always something that we can get, Cherie. Believe me, I’ve learned that one very well over recent years.” He muttered, his arm tightening around her waist as he leaned in to gently nip at her shoulder with his teeth. “Perhaps a week is too long to go away then… But I still think it would be a good idea to take even a few days instead. It would be good for us and the boys.

Ella rolled her eyes lightly, his words were familiar ones. Letting him pull her close, she reveled in the feeling of his arms around her. Shuddering as his teeth grazed her shoulder, she gave him a heated look-she was glad he was playing along. Purring in his ear lightly, she pressed herself along his length. “I think a vacation would be exactly what we need.”

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What exactly is in this?

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dahlia-cornelia-selwyn:

“Firewhiskey? No?”

“I believe I would recognize Firewhiskey.” Ella looked the drink over and sampled it again. “Giggle water maybe? There is something else too...” Ella pursed her lips. “Would you like to try some?” She offered the cup to Dahlia.

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What exactly is in this?

I can’t really taste anything except... fire.