❝she was a beautiful dreamer.
the kind of girl who
kept her head in the clouds,
loved above the S T A R S
and left regret beneath the EARTH
she walked on.❞
“ you know it, babe.” gwen winked and christened the flask with her first sip. “ mad respect for that self-control! if i had that, maybe my mum and dad wouldn’t worry so much. speaking of them, GOD, it is so good to be back! i mean, i love my parents, but they’re so on top of me, you know? just let me live for christ’s sake! i tried sneaking out ONCE and they spent an hour lecturing me about how we live in a dangerous world and all that shit. what about you? hopefully, your holidays were a bit more exciting. ”
❝parents can be a little testy sometimes especially given the circumstances but i guess they’re just trying to do their best with what they’ve got! i can totally understand though my dad was very protective of me, he’d go mental whenever i’d stay out five minutes past curfew. it’ll get better though.❞ lily offered the girl a soft reassuring smile, following her lead and taking a small sip of her drink. ❝i was travelling with my boyfriend and his family so yes that was significantly more exciting than what i’m used to. it was like nothing i’d ever experienced.❞
rita let out a short laugh before giving the room a pointed look “ terrifying? you’d think it’d get people to behave then. “ raising her brows and giving lily a peculiar look, the blonde took a stubborn sip from the rim before dropping the unfinished cup into lily’s hand. ” oh, i can imagine they just adored you. “ there was just the barest touch of patronizing bitterness to this sentiment. lily evans had an intoxicating appeal that few could resist. “ … thanks for asking. mine were … fine. they were alright. “ perhaps if she’d been asked a few hours ago she could’ve expressed some warmer feelings. but something caught her eye and she quickly grew distracted in her attempts to get a better look across the room. “ wait. –wait, is that– … narcissa black? good lord, what is she doing here? hold on a minute, sweets. duty calls. “ absently patting the red-head’s arm as she made a move to follow the new train of interest
❝you know what they say rita, when the cat’s away the mice will play. and you’re a pretty elusive feline when you want to be, aren’t you?❞ lily shot the girl a knowing look, though an uneasy feeling swept over her when she caught a glance of the blonde’s expression. the girl shook her head slightly, baffled by the coldness that seeped into rita’s words, ignoring it as she spoke. ❝i would hope so, it would be pretty terrible to find out that my boyfriends parents didn’t really like me.❞ before she could even continue speaking, rita’s interest was nabbed by the youngest black sister and lily couldn’t protest, nodding gently as she watched rita scurry off.
“ the cleverness, it’s just a gift, I swear, “ edgar deadpanned. he paired the dry tone with a bright smile, shaking his head at lily. “ I don’t even try. ah, but three years ago was such a long time. my dearest, most earnest apologies for the fact that I don’t even recall what could have been more important than seeing to your satisfactory christmas. “ his brows lifted, though far be it from him to back away from a challenge. he plucked a seemingly empty blue plastic cup off the table, shrugging it towards lily in offering. “ would this chalice suit? I’d hate to think we don’t meet maximum interest because I messed up the cup choice. “
❝long time or not, that still does not mend my itty bitty broken heart. a world of pain you’ve caused me, how will i ever go on. i suppose you’ll just have to go right on ahead and make it up to me this year, i’ll be expecting something wonderful.❞ lily shrugged, taking the cup from him and surveying it thoroughly, jumping back slightly as she unwillingly dumped out the rest of its contents with a sour expression coloring her features. ❝don’t worry mate, with me in charge you’ll have nothing but tip top conditions in order to ensure our success.❞
“ thanks for watching out, but… ” reaching into her cleavage, gwen pulled out a small flask and showed it off to lily, “ i’ve got this covered. let me know if you want a sip at all. butterbeer - not too strong, but strong ENOUGH - you know what i mean? ”
❝ i love a woman that takes charge and has a trick up her sleeve, always one step ahead.❞ lily nodded, admiration glowing in her bright green orbs. with a polite shake of her head, the girl gestured towards her own cup. ❝ as much as i love a good spot of butterbeer, i’m taking it very slow tonight. watching my pace if you will. how are you though, happy to be back? how were your holidays? ❞
“Well that could mean dancing, watching fifth years try to flirt with seventh years, perhaps humoring a few of our friends with drunken conversation. Use your imagination, Lils, the possibilities are endless.”
❝you do offer a wide variety of activities sirius, i’m very impressed. i suppose i could join you for a dance, it’s been a while. are you sure you’re ready for my moves though, bet you can’t keep up. ❞
❝ either that, or i might have to start taking matters into my own hands, ❞ he winked, bumping her right back and laughing at her look of disgust. ❝ dare i say you’re a bit of a rebel, lils, ❞ he teased, prodding her lightly in the arm. ❝ oh, always. though you start to miss anyone when you spend christmas with augusta longbottom — even bloody benjamin’s cat, and i hate that thing. ❞
❝ PLEASE for the sake of everyone here, don’t. we do not need another ‘parkinson birthday year 5 debacle’ on our hands. i’m sure there is enough alcohol in that punch to inebriate anyone. ❞ lily chuckled softly, shrugging what she considered a compliment off as a soft smile settled onto her lips. ❝ i’m just going to take that as a ‘yes lilsi missed you tons and i was so bored i couldn’t even pick up a quill and write.’ don’t worry, i’m here and ready to entertain you with little to no mention of felines whatsoever.❞
“ see, though, it’s the off season. post christmas is the best time for father christmas to be worn out, if you ask me. “ edgar began to lead the way towards the table, still smiling. at lily’s suggested transfiguration, he turned around – walking backwards with confident surety that he wouldn’t crash. “ that’s not a bad idea, though that might be taking things a bit too far. you’d do the honors of course? “
❝you’re a clever one, aren’t you bones? letting me in on a family secret, i’ve got a bone to pick with you saint nick, where were you three years ago around midnight when i was expecting a brand new set of quills under the tree. i’ll tell you where i was, heartbroken sitting by the fire when i didn’t get them.❞ lily teased carelessly as she followed him, her right brow climbing upwards at his statement. ❝darling let me introduce you to the concept of gobig, or GO HOME. choose your chalice then, it’s about to get interesting. ❞
“ALWAYS UNDERESTIMATE ME— makes my life a helluva lot easier. a guy who’s got no hope an’ a lot’a booze makes for a lot’a fun.”
❝it would be a lot easier to continue to underestimate you if you didn’t call my attention to the things you’re doing. luckily i find it amusing so i’m not terribly bothered, at least not enough to make a big fuss about it. i love my good fun too.❞
“ most things, and everything else, i find out. ha. –sounds good, right? “ a snort of laughter caught in her throat as she glanced over the room. ” you’re not a wreck. you’ve got an air tight reputation, evans. nothing to worry about. trust me , i’d know. “ her teasing tone trailed off and she returned her gaze to the redhead with a more subdued, but no less interested, smile “ –how’s you and mr. head boy? you two spend the hols together? “
❝ it sounds t e r r if yin g. how are people supposed to rest easy knowing you have ways of finding things out, it’s damn creepy if you ask me i could press charges. ❞ her comments were lighthearted despite the serious look that cast over her delicate features. sometimes it was nice to just chat with rita without a drop of disdain weighing her down. ❝rita that was almost nice, are you sure you’re alright? take it easy on those drinks we wouldn’t want to worry about you. as for me and POTTER, we’re doing very well thanks. the holidays were great, his family is incredible and really fun. how were your holidays?❞
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