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Writing Under The Stars FINISHED

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Interacting With: @Genevieve Delacourt
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Date: 7th September, Midnight
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"Good, at least one of us does! Whatever happens don't think just let it all go, ok?" his smile was wickedly enticing as he took in the clear confusion that filled Viva's face. He knew she was going to hate it but he had learned a long time ago that nothing good ever came from letting your emotions simmer an boil inside of you, they needed to be expressed one way or another.

Still holding her hand he clutched the railing of the balcony and leaning half over the edge he began screaming until his voice gave out. Letting out every ounce of pain, every frustration, every regret he had. The freedom was overwhelming, the sound echoing around them bouncing off of every wall and ceiling and filling the open air with all the colours of his soul. The wind blowing through his hair only added to his craze, in this moment he truly felt like he could fly. It had been his father who had introduced him to the method. They travelled into the forest near his home and just screamed into the eternal darkness for hours on end. Nothing but the trees to hear their screams.

Looking back to Viva he hoped she would join him, she had a voice that needed heard and there was so much pain she had buried inside that desperately needed an outlet. He held her hand tight knowing that they would have to run as soon as they were done. In all honesty, it was utter madness and most definitely asking to be caught but it was the only way to really let go that he knew. Pouring your heart out to the stars was the best medicine he had ever received and he was happy to share it.
Nikolai Volka // "Light, light: do not go
I sing you this song and I will sing another as well." // Matthew Campbell
Writing Under The Stars FINISHED
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Screaming with @Matthew Campbell
Viva's eyes widened as Matthew leaned precariously over the edge of the balcony. What was he doing?! The moment he started screaming Viva flinched and gripped his hand tighter. She soon got over her shock, however, and taking a deep breath, leaned forward as well. This is crazy, was the last thought she had before opening her mouth. Whereas Matthew's screaming was more of a roar like a lion, Viva's was more of a wail like a wolf. It sounded almost like eerie music, the sound of her voice ringing through the night. Closing her eyes and letting her sorrow pour out in the wailing music of her soul, her anchor through it all was Matthew's hand.

She could feel hot tears running down her cheeks as she wailed to the night sky. The cold wind whisked her hair this way and that, and felt refreshing on her face. The eerie sound of the children rang into the night, the stars shivering and blinking above. Finally, Viva's voice ran out. It died with one last whisper, and she leaned back, head bowed, defeated. She felt strange, like a great weight had been taken off her chest. She felt almost... empty. The feelings of hurt and rejection and pain were still there, but not nearly as much as before. The wind blew around her, lifting her head, eyes still closed. Her lips were parted slightly, trying to breath. The only thing Viva was aware of was Matthew's hand, which still tightly clutched hers.
Viva ⭒✧ "Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you." ✧⭒ Adrien
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Writing Under The Stars FINISHED
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Interacting With: @Genevieve Delacourt
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Date: 7th September, Midnight
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There it was. The beautiful symphony of their pain piercing the silent solitude of the night was, although discordant and chaotic, beautiful. He turned to her and laughed, a deep hearty laugh straight from his core, she was everything he knew her to be and so much more. Lost was the girl who timidly searched for her book bag replaced with an adventurer and free soul.

The next few moments all happened in such a blur it was hard to believe it was really happening. Matthew kept his grip tight on Viva's hand as he led her off the balcony running down the tediously long winding staircase of the Astronomy tower until they were out of the tower completely. At this time the castle was so still it would have made him nervous but the high he was on was tantalising.

Running through the halls nothing but the darkness disguising their joy, laughter filling the corridors as they sprinted together. Only stopping to take a breath as they reached the kitchens he realised their was a melancholy in the ending of it all, there always was with goodbyes. This was no goodbye though, not really, if anything it was their first real hello. He stopped staring into her eyes and considering how he should approach the situation he decided actions spoke louder than words.

Taking her in his arms he hugged her tight, holding her for a moment the sides of his mouth aching from the laughter and smiles that had filled his mind constantly since meeting her. What was merely a few moments felt like a lifetime. Eventually pulling away he stared into the eyes he had spent so much of tonight lost in one last time and whispering into the dead of the night he said "I couldn't have asked for a more perfect night, hopefully we can do it again sometime? If you'd like that? Goodnight Viva." He wasn't sure what he was feeling exactly but he knew he felt happy and that was an emotion that had been sadly lacking throughout his life so when he had it he desired to hold on to it for as long as possible.

Waiting for her response but beginning to back down the stairs mentally preparing himself for the struggle of sneaking into the Slytherin common room he found he was too lost in joy to care. He could get caught now and have detention for weeks and it wouldn't make a difference, nothing could ruin such a perfect night.
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Nikolai Volka // "Light, light: do not go
I sing you this song and I will sing another as well." // Matthew Campbell
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Viva felt a smile grow across her face as she heard Matthew's laugh. It was loud, and true, and Viva laughed right along with him, tear stains streaked across her cheeks. As they dashed down the stairs and through the otherwise quiet corridors, Viva couldn't stop laughing. For once she wasn't thinking about getting in trouble, or doing the right thing, or following the rules. For once, she could just stop and enjoy this magical night. The children ran down the corridor, hands clasped tightly together.

Finally, they slowed and Viva realised it was time to say goodbye. Looking into Matthew's eyes, she still couldn't stop smiling as he leaned in and hugged her. It felt like sunshine on a cloudy day. It felt like a warm blanket after the snowy cold. It felt like home, the home Viva had never known. Closing her eyes, she allowed herself to sink into the embrace, and just live in this moment. This had truly been a life-changing night for her, and Viva would never forget it.

After all that laughing, the whisper felt strangely quiet as it broke through the sudden stillness. "Yes," she breathed. "Yes, yes, yes, everything yes," she stared into Matthew's hazel eyes and blinked. He began to back away, and Viva felt a tinge of sadness start to creep back in. No. She told herself firmly. You'll see him again, remember that. Maybe you'll have a class with him. Viva blinked again, trying to rid herself of the tears in her eyes. Happy tears. "Goodnight," she whispered as he backed out of sight. Viva turned and made her way to the Hufflepuff common room, still smiling.
Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.
Viva ⭒✧ "Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you." ✧⭒ Adrien
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