Should I Go Or Not? PV Avery Abernathy

Dialogue: Navy
Thoughts: Dark green
Interaction: @Lauren Vanes
WC: 285

I climbed up the spiraling never ending steps that lead to the owlery. I was going to send a letter to my parents. It had been quite a while since I updated them about my life, and my experiences at Hogwarts. It wasn't easy adjusting to this new place at first, but now it felt like home. But I wouldn't deny the fact that I always felt safe with my parents, and I did miss my home-Appleton Manor, the woods, the stream behind my place, and not to mention all the little birds and woodland creatures. But the year was almost over, and we'd all soon be back at our homes for the Summer Holidays.

As I reached the owlery, I took out the piece of parchment, and looked around for an owl to send the letter by. There were so many of them, it was a bit confusing to choose one. My eyes then drifted to a Slythering girl in the room. She was looking at a crumpled piece of parchment held flat against the table. She seemed a bit... disturbed or confused, I'd say. Something seemed to be bothering her, and I'd bet it was something in that letter she was reading.

I didn't want to interfere in someone's personal matters, but she seemed to be in a dilemma and I wanted to offer her some solace by trying to help. I approached her and said, "Hey there! Sorry to disturb you, but is everything alright? You seem to be in a bit of a dilemma." I really hoped the girl didn't find me nosy, but I guess anyone would in a situation like this. Either way, I wanted to help her out.

OOC: sry abt the delay

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Word Count: 316/200

Interacting with: @Avery Abernathy

Lauren: #2e5a25 Others: #84774d Thoughts: italics

Date: 28th June 2026

Interaction:@Lauren Vanes
Thoughts: Dark Green
Dialogue: Navy
Others: Italics
WC: 355

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The girl turned to look at me. She seemed almost surprised, Of course she does Avery, that's what someone feels like when you approach them out of nowhere, especially when they're in distress. I was really questioning my actions, but I couldn't really control my instincts, after all I'd grew up as a soul who people could rely on at all times, or... most times. Anyways, I was a good listener, and my friends always said I gave good advice. So, there was no turning back now, regardless of what she thought of me.

She started explaining her situation. She said she was on a rebellious streak, which her aunt advised against. She mentioned that her mom hated her, and wanted her to meet at Hogsmead. My immediate thought was, If her mom hates her, why would she want to meet. She continued about how she was confused whether to go or not. She didn't really want to, but would rather not get on her mom's bad side.

Honestly, I was confused as well. I guess the final decision would depend on how bad her relationship was with her mother. I knew some parents could be abusive, not that I was making any assumptions, but if her mom was in fact like that, then she really shouldn't be going. I restricted myself from further asking about her mom.

She then introduced herself as Lauren. I replied, "I'm Avery." I added, "Well, as per what you said, I think you probably shouldn't go to meet her, especially if you think it'd affect you emotionally. Plus, if you're on a rebellious streak, then I wouldn't ask you stop, unless you're doing something dangerous. Don't let anyone force you into doing things you don't feel comfortable doing. Ofcourse, the final decision's up to you. If you choose not to go, you should let your mom know that she must respect your boundaries and choices regardless of her liking, and that she can't enforce things onto you. Let her know that you're not afraid, rather you value yourself and your emotions." I hoped what I said was helpful enough.

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OOC: Thanks for your patience, I'll try to reply asap.