28 Dec 2018, 16:44
Chance Encounter
Private RP- @Alan Vanes Started 28/12/18
It was a Sunday in December, and therefore it was cold. Henry didn't know why he exactly wanted to go walk outside on the grounds in this type of weather, but none the less here he was leaving the warmth of the castle. He wasn't wrapped up, which was his first mistake, nor did he know what he wanted to do, which was his second. His mother used to tell him always have a plan and be prepared to act it out, that way things are less likely to go wrong. A starting to shiver Henry shuffled his way across the crunchy grass, his hands lifting the end of his too long robes to ensure they don't get wet on the icy ground.
Henry started off on a path that lead all the way round the castle, past the Quidditch pitch, past the gamekeepers hut and where the care of magical creatures classes took place, beyond the greenhouses and just diaganol from the Forbidden Forest. He'd done a full round and made it to the Great Lake. This was a path he followed often, just to get some air in his lungs when everything was too overwhelming. As he got closer, he noticed a figure. Despite this, he'd carry on, until he came to a stop to look at the almost-iced-over lake, wondering how the supposed Giant Squid was doing.
It was a Sunday in December, and therefore it was cold. Henry didn't know why he exactly wanted to go walk outside on the grounds in this type of weather, but none the less here he was leaving the warmth of the castle. He wasn't wrapped up, which was his first mistake, nor did he know what he wanted to do, which was his second. His mother used to tell him always have a plan and be prepared to act it out, that way things are less likely to go wrong. A starting to shiver Henry shuffled his way across the crunchy grass, his hands lifting the end of his too long robes to ensure they don't get wet on the icy ground.
Henry started off on a path that lead all the way round the castle, past the Quidditch pitch, past the gamekeepers hut and where the care of magical creatures classes took place, beyond the greenhouses and just diaganol from the Forbidden Forest. He'd done a full round and made it to the Great Lake. This was a path he followed often, just to get some air in his lungs when everything was too overwhelming. As he got closer, he noticed a figure. Despite this, he'd carry on, until he came to a stop to look at the almost-iced-over lake, wondering how the supposed Giant Squid was doing.
You can't stop the waves but you can learn to surf.
28 Dec 2018, 17:17
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♡16th December
It was early, a beautiful calm december morning, promising snow or at least a cold if one would not wear suitable clothes. Alan had a thick pullover under his school robes; one with a cute little reindeer sewn onto it to make it look more christmassy. A scarf wrapped around the delicate neck of the pale boy and a small smile on his lips. His breath would dance through the air in foggy puffs as he walked over the ground. He had been at the breakfast table some time ago and wanted to go for a small walk around the Great Lake, which seemed like a nice idea.
From a small distance he could make out the figure of another boy by the Great Lake, making the young boy smile happily. He wondered who it was to go for a walk around this time, other than himself especially around this time of the year. Most people would rather spend their time in the common rooms in front of the fireplace, but Alan loved going outside no matter the time or weather!
On his way to the boy Alan's small fingers gripped the hem of his robes nervously before he raised his voice ever so slightly. ”Hey… It's not often that people come here” the second year nervously stated with a hint of curiosity in his soft voice.
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28 Dec 2018, 18:52
Chance Encounter
Henry'd twirl around, a startled look appearing on his face at the voice. Once he saw it was another male who looked hardly older than him, he relaxed and gave him a tight smile. Henry was a social butterfly in disguise, according to his family. He came across as awkward and socially inept,and whilst yes sometimes he missed social cues and struggled to read emotions, he could happily hold a long conversation with someone who was willing.
He gave a the boy a quick once over, momentarily jealous of his scarf and pullover. He let a smirk tug at his lips at the little reindeer- it was cute, and Henry liked anything to do with Christmas. He adjusted his stance so he was facing the male and didn't look like he was about to bolt before replying.
"I would presume that would be due to the almost cruel weather that Scotland produces." Accompanying it with a smile, so the boy would know that Henry hadn't minded in the slightest that he'd spoken to him. It would've been better than staring out into a lake for God knows how long- Henry had a habit of losing track of time when he thought to himself. He once didn't sleep for a full 32 hours after reading a book that left him with so many questions.
He gave a the boy a quick once over, momentarily jealous of his scarf and pullover. He let a smirk tug at his lips at the little reindeer- it was cute, and Henry liked anything to do with Christmas. He adjusted his stance so he was facing the male and didn't look like he was about to bolt before replying.
"I would presume that would be due to the almost cruel weather that Scotland produces." Accompanying it with a smile, so the boy would know that Henry hadn't minded in the slightest that he'd spoken to him. It would've been better than staring out into a lake for God knows how long- Henry had a habit of losing track of time when he thought to himself. He once didn't sleep for a full 32 hours after reading a book that left him with so many questions.
You can't stop the waves but you can learn to surf.
28 Dec 2018, 20:52
Chance Encounter
♡~
At this point the second year was known to wear his emotions on his sleeve and most of the times he did not even care, did not even try to hide his emotions as long as they were from positive nature. Whenever he was sad he tried his best to cover it up with a smile or a laugh, so that his friends would not worry or that other people would not pick at him. He was supposed to be strong and he wanted to be that; wanted to be strong.
He had not thought to meet another soul outside but it was not as if he minded it, he appreciated the company of other people. The boy with the hazelnut brown hair enjoyed making new friends and it seemed the other boy was not mad at the Gryffindor. He eve smiled, which Alan responded to with a smile of his own. The other's words though made him laugh quietly, causing puffs of white air to take his view.
”Yeah! You might be right with that!” he shook his head in amusement and stepped closer to the other boy. ”My name is Alan by the way”
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28 Dec 2018, 23:01
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"Reed. Henry. Whichever you prefer- people call me both names."
He'd shrug, honestly his family called him Henny, or Middle since he was the middle child and it was only since coming to Hogwarts that his last name kept being used. It sometimes confused people because his family had a mix of last names, for example his mother's maiden name is Reed and so he took hers, as did the four older children whilst all the youngers had their father's last name- Asterly. Henry by far prefered Henry Reed to Henry Asterly.
His smile widened when Alan stepped towards him, and he immedietly started talking to ensure they got off to a good start.
"I like your jumper. Which reindeer is it, if I might ask? And, apparently it's important to ask people their houses- which I don't understand, but none the less if you would like to disclose it, it's up to you. I'm a Ravenclaw." He'd shrug, rubbing his hands together before blowing on them in an attempt to warm them up. He was starting to regret his earlier flee from the castle, as in his haste he hadn't grabbed any winter gear and it was positively freezing outside!
He'd shrug, honestly his family called him Henny, or Middle since he was the middle child and it was only since coming to Hogwarts that his last name kept being used. It sometimes confused people because his family had a mix of last names, for example his mother's maiden name is Reed and so he took hers, as did the four older children whilst all the youngers had their father's last name- Asterly. Henry by far prefered Henry Reed to Henry Asterly.
His smile widened when Alan stepped towards him, and he immedietly started talking to ensure they got off to a good start.
"I like your jumper. Which reindeer is it, if I might ask? And, apparently it's important to ask people their houses- which I don't understand, but none the less if you would like to disclose it, it's up to you. I'm a Ravenclaw." He'd shrug, rubbing his hands together before blowing on them in an attempt to warm them up. He was starting to regret his earlier flee from the castle, as in his haste he hadn't grabbed any winter gear and it was positively freezing outside!
You can't stop the waves but you can learn to surf.
29 Dec 2018, 11:58
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♡~
The Gryffindor thought about it for only a few seconds. Whether to call him Henry or Reed. Alan got to the conclusion that since he planned on being friends with the Ravenclaw that he should call him by the first name. Also they were both young anyway so he thought it was stupid to act all formal; he had to do that often enough around the professors already.
”Nice to meet you, Henry” he greeted the other in a slightly cheerful voice. Alan thought about the other's words. What reindeer was it? He was not quite sure.
”It is from a Muggle story or so I think… I am not sure but it even has a funny song where it saves Christmas~” he explained to the best of his abilities. He got the pullover the last year and it still fit perfectly which just showed how much the Gryffindor grew during the past year. But the piece of fabric was warm and comfortable so he kept it nonetheless. It also had this funny motive and this just made it even more precious.
”I'm a Gryffindor if it interests you, but you could probably already see since I am wearing my school robes… but well the houses are just houses the people are the important once- it's like judging a book by its cover and that is just stupid… The Book of Monsters for example is a super cool book but many don't know how to handle it- I wonder if Griffith has an issue of it” he began to ramble nervously.
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29 Dec 2018, 12:25
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Henry beamed at the idea that he could help someone out with his muggle knowledge, spitting out the information quickly.
“It must be Rudolph! There’s a song called Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer who saved Christmas because ‘on one foggy Christmas Eve, Santa came to say, Rudolph with your nose so bright, would you guide my sleigh tonight’ and that’s how he got famous.” He half sang the lyrics to the song, a grin on his face at one of his favourite christmas carols.
“Have you not heard of it? I would’ve thought it was popular everywhere! And yes, I think you’re correct about the judging a book by its cover thing. I don’t know why I was put in Ravenclaw, I’m not smart really. Everyone’s so intimidating in my house, feels as if you’re committing anarchy if you get a riddle wrong.” He’d chuckle at his little story, crossing his arms to stuff his hands in his armpits to keep them warm.
“What’s Gryffindor like?” Henry was always interested in when it came to figuring out how much the houses worked, since they supposedly have different traits and personalities. He sometimes wondered what it would have been like if he was placed differently.
“It must be Rudolph! There’s a song called Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer who saved Christmas because ‘on one foggy Christmas Eve, Santa came to say, Rudolph with your nose so bright, would you guide my sleigh tonight’ and that’s how he got famous.” He half sang the lyrics to the song, a grin on his face at one of his favourite christmas carols.
“Have you not heard of it? I would’ve thought it was popular everywhere! And yes, I think you’re correct about the judging a book by its cover thing. I don’t know why I was put in Ravenclaw, I’m not smart really. Everyone’s so intimidating in my house, feels as if you’re committing anarchy if you get a riddle wrong.” He’d chuckle at his little story, crossing his arms to stuff his hands in his armpits to keep them warm.
“What’s Gryffindor like?” Henry was always interested in when it came to figuring out how much the houses worked, since they supposedly have different traits and personalities. He sometimes wondered what it would have been like if he was placed differently.
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29 Dec 2018, 13:42
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◇~
Alan thought about the song and nodded. That was how it sounded! He did not remember the lyrics but the melody seemed familiar enough. It sound like a fun song and very christmassy; a reindeer saving the fest days. Alan nodded.
”No, I never heard about the story or what the whole reindeer thing was about, but I know the song! The person who gave me the pullover also gave me a singing christmas card but at some point it stopped working. But yeah I remembered the melody and now that you sang it I can remember again!” the Gryffindor was known to ramble when he was excited or engaged in a topic, as Henry probably already had figured out.
”How can you say that you are not smart? You knew about the reindeer and I bet you know lots about other stuff too!” he disagreed before Henry's words made him a bit thoughtful. ”I honestly don't know why the hat put me in Gryffindor… we are meant to be reckless and brave… oh and chivalrous- but I can't see either of these traits with me. I am just clumsy and this brings me into trouble and I am rather weak!”
The second year would shrug, giving a clueless grin.
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29 Dec 2018, 14:38
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“I only know it because it’s on our Christmas soundtrack that plays in the house all through December.. plus it’s a popular song for schools to put in their Nativities. I was always a donkey or a choir member in mine because I used to get so scared in front of all the parents that I’d pee myself! They learnt quickly after the first two years not to put me up front.” He’d giggle at his memory, it used to bother him that his siblings would tease him on it but as he grew up he became more grateful that he’d gotten out of taking part in the Nativities and less annoyed by people bringing it up. He always won at ‘who has the most embarrassing story’.
“Now now, Alan. I think you’re going about it completely wrong. Sometimes they say you get placed into the house not based on what qualities you have, but of what you think is the best quality for someone to have. Perhaps you secretly feel as if someone should be braver rather than smart, or wish you could be more daring. Besides the point- if the hat put you there, it must be right, right?”
“Now now, Alan. I think you’re going about it completely wrong. Sometimes they say you get placed into the house not based on what qualities you have, but of what you think is the best quality for someone to have. Perhaps you secretly feel as if someone should be braver rather than smart, or wish you could be more daring. Besides the point- if the hat put you there, it must be right, right?”
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29 Dec 2018, 15:04
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♡~
Alan could not help but laugh quietly at what the other told him. ”I can totally relate to that! I could never stand on a stage ever or I would pass out- I just don't really like to be the center of attention and would have pretended to be sick or something… Did you go to a public school? I was home taught since I showed first since of magic but my parents made sure to make it really child friendly! For example we had a Runes memory game that I began with when I was six or seven oh and I loved learning the alphabet and numbers!”
He looked at the Ravenclaw in awe. That sounded really smart! This might really be the case, Alan always wanted to grow up to be able to protect his friends and the people he likes. He also was amazed when other people were adventurous and were afraid of nothing.
”I never thought of it like that… maybe you are right!” the young Gryffindor nodded in excitement. Henry must belong in Ravenclaw if he was so wise already despite his age. ”I don't think the hat made a mistake with you” he said completely serious with a toothy grin.
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