Aldor Humbleglow, that kid with the green eyes that for some reason unknown to everyobdy around him, sort of smelled like a pinetree. Today he was wearing a lavender shirt and black shorts, accompanied by his old black running shoes, fashion wasn't ono his mind today. He was walking around the same exact shelf to check the spines of different books and see if there was anything new. He was supposed to be looking for a set of specific books, but he was pretty sure that his aunt was going to be busy for a while, after all, she was constantly stopped by people asking her to sign whatever they were carrying.

So he used this as an opportunity to see if he could get something else apart of the books required for Hogwarts. He took a deep breath as he brushed some hair away from his face, he loved books, but he was sort of expecting to look for the books with his aunt, he knew something like this could happen, it happened before.

He wasn't sure if he was going to be excited about going back to Hogwarts after summer, or if he was exhausted and bored, he loved the idea of seeing some of his friends, but there were also a few things that happened which made him doubt about wanting to go back.

Mainly, he was worried about the few friends that he didn't say goodbye to, ones that he didn't talk to since they all went away. It was awkward to say the least. He wasn't too emotional about leaving home again, he had the chance to do a few things he liked, baking an apple pie with his aunt, eating cheerios in an excessive amount, drinking chocolate milk at any time he felt like it, those were probably the few things that really made him miss home.

He bit his lower lip, checking his pocket to see if he had a hair pin or a rubber band to tie his hair, he'd forgotten to bring all of them, but he tried not to focus on that, books were his main priority now. Or at least that's what be wanted to believe.


@Vivian Fletcher

July 9th, 2021

Interacting with @Aldor Humbleglow

Tomorrow, it’s going to be the start of the same boring days which she didn’t like at all and the blonde looked glum and her eyes appeared swollen as she cried her eyes out when leaving her friend’s place. The last week was amazing, she enjoyed it a lot with her best friend, it was the first ever summer holiday she enjoyed a lot. Though Vivian didn’t grow up even an inch, she wanted to buy new robes for her second year, not just because she likes new clothes but also for not wanting to leave to her home so soon.

“Fast...” she heard her mom say impatiently, of course, she knows her mom is busy but couldn’t she wait at least one day for her daughter, and that too it was just shopping for school. “okay....” she replied with the same impatience, the corner of her lips pulled down but she’s not going to listen to it. With her heavy trunk in her left hand as she just now left Sam’s place, she entered ‘Flourish and Blotts’ followed by her mother.

Looking around briefly as she entered, her face lit up as she caught a glimpse of a familiar face walking around near a bookshelf wearing a lavender shirt and black shorts, “Aldor...” she whispered, “Mom, my friend” she gestured to Aldor, “I’ll go talk to him”, she dropped her trunk near her mom and started walking towards him and heard her mom say, “We, don’t have time for that”, turning to look at her mom with her puppy eyes, “Please please please” replied a little louder so that her mom could hear her as she walked away from her, her mom signed and “Fine, Let me pick the things you need” , the blonde smiled brightly at her mom, “You could!? Just open my trunk... you can see the list” she turned away from her and walked.

“Hey, Aldor... what a surprise!” she smiled at him brightly as she made an impression that she walked slowly, but in reality she rushed towards him. Of course, she didn’t forget the incident but she didn’t care about it... anymore, it was just a friendly gesture, nothing more, as a good friend he wiped out her tears, that’s all, she thought. “What are you looking for?” her eyes took a look at the shelf.

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The boy was startled at first, so much that the book he was inspecting almost fell out of his hands, after a few seconds, he managed to regain his composture. His face was red, probably embarassed about the fact that he just got scared by someone greeting him in the most casual way possible.

''Vivi! I-I wasn't expecting to see you here.''

The boy placed the book back in the shelf, nervously brushing the strands of hair that were on his face away, he looked healthier than the last time they talked, but that didn't change how nervous he was still. Unlike Vivian, he wasn't completely sure he was over what happened before, he wasn't sure if he was being friendly or there was something else that made him react that way, in all honesty, even if Aldor was smart and usually wise in terms of decisions to take, he never knew what to do whenever he started to feel attracted to someone, no one ever explained it to him.

He was a very young teen still, but his feelings seemed to be so big that they seemed impossible to handle, he just did everything by instinct, even if his brain told him otherwise. All of this emotions trapped seem to turn into some sort of dark aura around him, it was becoming increasingly obvious that the time he spent away from Hogwarts created something inside of him, something that wasn't quite right, his presence was sort of unpleasant now, scary.

''I am not- looking for anything in specific, I already picked up what I needed, I am just looking around.''

The boy paused, his smile faded as he looked back at his friend, you could see it in his eyes, he wasn't alright, maybe he had something to say, but he didn't seem to feel like saying what was wrong.

''Are you- planning anything for the next few days?-''

The boy did his best to smile, fighting the awkward feeling in his stomach, he can't mess up again.

@Vivian Fletcher

code by Lucia Fox

Interacting with @Aldor Humbleglow

Vivian couldn’t believe that her normal greeting startled someone that he nearly dropped the book he had in his hand. The blonde shrugged and narrowed her eyes, Oh... did I scare you? sorry...” she smiled and continued, “Same, what a coincidence!” , she didn’t expect to see any of her friends here. shaking her head in amusement “I didn’t know I had the potential to scare someone until now”, she chuckled as she picked the book which was placed back on the shelf by Aldor.

Even the blonde didn’t know why she picked the book, she was not a bookish person and if she looks at any book excluding the school books for more than five minutes, her eyelids would automatically droop. Riffling through the pages playfully, she looked up at him and smiled, “You don’t look so pale as that day” she blurted out. That day... before realising it would make them think about it again, she turned away from him, breaking the eye contact if he were looking at her, “You must’ve had a good sleep”.

“Just looking around” she mouthed and nodded dreamily as she looked at the shelf again. Turning to look up at him with excitement as she suddenly remembered about the big spider thing, “Do you think.... we could find agrobatulas acromantulas here?” she raised her eyebrow and continued, “I remember promising that I’d help you get related books” she smiled and noticed his nervous look but didn’t want to say anything about it, she was sure that it would make him more nervous.

Shaking her head with a glum look, “No,” she pouted, “Nothing... just... will leave London today, that’s all” she smiled at him as she finished saying. On other hand, the blonde was glad that he didn’t ask her about her eyes, it clearly appeared that she had cried but she didn’t want anyone to notice it. The Hufflepuff couldn’t stop herself from asking, “Is anything bothering you, Aldor?” she didn’t smile but she had a sincere and kind look on her face, the blonde was worried if she was causing distress to him, or if it was something else she would try to comfort him. This was too much to ask, she assumed and flushed red and turned away to the shelf, “I- I am sorry”.

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The boy's heart felt like it sunk even deeper when she mentioned 'that day', he didn't even want to think about it, he could feel his body ache just by trying to think how to solve what happened, he knew he couldn't, which was even worst, far worst.

''I guess I just- Felt less anxious, you know, being back home and such-''

He looked back at the shelf he was investigating just a few minutes ago, he raised one eyebrow, randomly picking one of the books ad opening it on the index, curiously enough, it seemed to be some sort of ecyclopedia of magic creatures in general, it wasn't as imppressive as Newt Scammander's wonderful book, but at the very least, it seeemd interesting.

''I guess- This is the closest we can find to such type of book, here, at the very least.''

He nodded as she mentioned leaving Londong, but what she said after made him feel like he ws punched in the stomach and got all the air knocked out of him, he didn't want to talk about this, he shouldn't, this wasn't the right time or place for it, but he couldn't lie to her, could he? He wasn't sure if he had the guts to even make a choice at this point.

''I don't feel like- '' He took a deep breath and continued. ''-We shouldn't talk about it, I am supposed to forget it, but I think we are both still stuck on the thought, aren't we?-''

Aldor knew that Vivian knew exactly what he meant, he looked increasingly worried. but he kept doing his best to keep his calm as he kept expressing his thoughts.

''I -I wasn't thinking clearly that day, I was being honest when I said I didn't like anyone, I just reacted how I tought I should have, but I was wrong, I am not good at understand feelings, I acted even though it was very stupid-''

The boy remained withing a comfortable distance from Vivian, he was definetely not ok, Vivian surely wasn't either, but for some reason, Aldor seemed to be in much more pain than her, he wasn't sure why, but he couldn't look her in the eye without feeling his chest hurt. He didn't understand it, but he wanted to get out of there.

''It's alright if you cannot forgive me- I just want you to know that I am sorry-''

After he finished his thoughts, a rushing set of steps could be heard coming into the store. It was unclear who it was at this point, until the steps approached them, as soon as Aldor heard this steps, he would let out a fake smile, trying his best not to look worried.

''Aly! I will go to The Daily Prophet real quick, I need to meet up with someone, please, do not leave until I come back, and if you REALLY need to, go to the Ice Cream Parlour, there's too many people walking here today and I don't want you to get lost.''

The voice seemed to be from a female, it was strong and it had a very subtle irish accent, similar to Aldor's. Once they turned around, they would see a very tall, muscular woman, wearing a stylish, dark set of robes, and a hat that combined with the rest of her attire, around the hat, a beautifull sparkly green tie wrapped around the base of the hat, she was wearing a vibrant red lipstick, and her eyes were quite stunning too, a really strong shade of green, she had red hair which also matched with Aldor's, she had a beautiful shape.

''Sorry for not seeing you there, I am Iphiane, who are you dear? Are you one of Aly's friends?-''

The woman smiled brightly as she stretched her hand towards Vivian, her skin was perfect, but it was curious, she was a wizard, yet she seemed to have her whole right arm full of different tattoos, she was definetly not the first person you would think of when trying to identify Aldor's aunt.


@Vivian Fletcher

code by Lucia Fox

Interacting with @Aldor Humbleglow

Why does she have to talk about that day? And that too, now. Timing is more important but this wasn’t the right time to talk about it and she knows no time is the right time for this. They both just have to not mention this ever again and forget about this totally, but it’s already too late for that. They had no choice other than talking about it and making it clear. At least for Vivian, it was so confusing, she couldn’t understand what’s inside his head and what he thinks about it but all she could do was smile and nod as he answered.

Stretching out her hand for the book, “Do you like it, then?” she smiled and raised her eyebrows. The purpose of asking about the book is going to be a secret for now and the blonde want him to be clueless about it. “Well, I don’t care even if you like this one... you get some other, I am buying it, sorry” she smirked as she looked at the book. The blonde didn’t know what she’s going to do with this book too, but she was sure that she’s not going to read it.

The blonde looked up at him as he started talking, with a worried look she started, “My question was not about it Aldor....” she started hesitantly, “And I could completely get what you’re trying to say... you mean I am the one who’s causing you pain” she shut her eyes and turned away from him in anguish, it was not her intention and her voice quivered. There was nothing wrong with what he did that day, he just wiped his tears, it involved no feelings... right? That doesn’t worry her anymore but what he’s saying now does.

The blonde looked at him again as he continued and replied with a fake haft suppressed laugh, You know what?... taking a few steps towards him, “Why don’t you look at my eyes while speaking?” this was the first thing she wanted to ask him, she really wanted to say that’s what makes the situation awkward but didn’t, this time she was able to stop her mouth successfully. Signing loudly, she increased the distance between them trying to make him feel less uncomfortable. I don’t know what’s inside your head, Aldor-” she shook her head as she continued, the sadness in her eyes didn’t fade away “-I am no mind reader... and let me say something, I don’t care about that day-” anymore, she wanted to say but didn’t as the blonde assumed that he’s the best over thinker, “And there is nothing to forgive” she completed with a hushed tone as she heard footsteps approached.

As she started talking, the blonde figured out that it must be his Aunt and smiled at her, forgetting what happened a few seconds ago, “Hello...” she started but didn’t know how to address her, she wasn’t really good at it but continued with a tilt in her head, “Iphiane”, it came out more like a question, “I am Vivian, Aldor’s friend-” she smiled as she took a look at Aldor, “-I guess” she made sure that only he could hear the last word.

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Aldor didn't say anything he simply nodded at everything that Iphiane said.

The woman had a nice smile, her teeth were perfect and her facial features made her look like she was a model, but no, she was simply a woman who spent her days writing children's books, she took several looks at Aldor, it was like she knew that something was wrong, but she wasn't going to say that in front of Vivian, or at least that's what Aldor though.

''Can I talk to your friend for a second Aly, is that alright?''

Aldor simply nodded, he supposed that it meant it was something that he wasn't supposed to hear or she simply wanted to get to know Vivi, he wasn't really thinking about this he was a bit more worried about the 'I guess'. So he slowly walked away, with his hands in his pockets and the same poker face he always had.

Iphiane, after Aldor walked to a different shelf to get distracted while she talked with Vivian, bent her knees a little, leaning forward so she could speak to Vivian face to face, she was a little intimidating at first, but it was clear that she wasn't going to say something mean or act aggresive towards the Hufflepuff. She gently placed a hand on her shoulder, and spoke.

''I am sorry for interrupting the two of you but- I'm worried for him, he looks a little sad, in fact, he has been like that since he came back home, I know this is a lot to ask, I am not sure yet but- Could you please keep an eye on my Aly? I'm sure he'd appreciate your company, would that be possible?''

She smiled and thanked her, and just as fast as she appeared, she was already walking out of the store.

Aldor, on the other hand, seemed to be in a corner, looking at the books about poetry, for some reason, he just seemed to be interested in everything that a teenager would usually never be interested in, but that was Aldor, complicated, strange, confusing for the most part. Once vivian got to the part of the shop in which Aldor was, he would just remain silent, he seemed to be thinking a lot again, he probably already knew what Iphiane said. He wasn't happy about it.

Aldor was completely sure that his aunt already knew that something was really wrong, after all, she raised him, she wasn't unaware that her kid was a bit too much to handle to some people but she seemed to be still trying to make things work for Aldor.

''You do know that you have no reason to do what she asked, right?-''

He said this as quietly as he could, he knew that Vivi had already said that it didn't matter, but he was starting to feel like he was being more of an annoyance than anything else.



@Vivian Fletcher

code by Lucia Fox

Interacting with @Aldor Humbleglow

The blonde was so frustrated, why isn’t he answering any of her questions? What is wrong with him? Or is there anything wrong with this girl but she’s blaming him? She didn’t know. Her mind was puzzled, she became more and more worried trying to figure out what’s on his mind. Probably she’s not going to get the answer and it’s better if not, she knows it and she accepts it. The blonde could do anything but smile at him when his Aunt wanted to talk to her and replied “Sure” with a fake smile.

‘Since he came back home’ what does that mean? Then, was she correct that she was causing him trouble but it wasn’t her mistake, she was surprised as well, and she didn’t take it personal. All she thinks is ‘wrong place, wrong timing, wrong person’ for Aldor not for her, it didn’t disturb her as much as it did to Aldor. “I- okay, sure” she smiled at her, that’s all she could say, her mind was stuck... she didn’t know what just happened that day and what’s so wrong with this day. Shaking her head slightly “I don’t know how I could help... but I’ll try” she smiled again, it was a kind smile, his Aunt must be so worried about him.

Later, as she left the place, the blonde walked towards the boy and listened to him as he talked, “Aldor...” she threw him a smile, she really tried hard to make it look real, hoping the sadness in her eyes gets invisible, “I think...- well, let me say something” she looked at his eyes even if their eyes didn’t meet, “Let’s just forget about that day, I am saying from I heart... I am not bothered by it... and I have no patience to listen to your silence” she signed, “Please open your mouth, I just want to know what’s inside your head... I am sorry if I am asking for more, but-” it was her only request, he is a good friend to her and this girl didn’t want to lose him, no matter what.

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Aldor shook his head a little, he was definetely not happy about the situation, but he wasn't sure what he was supposed to feel anyway, dissapointed, angry, sad, he couldn't think straight and this was increasing the fear inside him, he wasn't sure if he should run, or be honest and tell her what was in his mind. Would it be a mistake? She would probably walk away again, this was nonsense, this would end wrong, this would turn out worst way possible, like always. Or at least that is what was currently going on inside of Aldor's mind.

''You do not want to know, I- ''

He looked away, taking a few seconds to regain his composture, struggling to find the right words to say what he wanted, this was difficult, after all, he was scared about her reaction.

''-sort of like you, but I don't know why, it's messing me up and I don't understand how it happened, everything was perfectly fine until I started overthinking it-

His face started getting red and his voice was starting to break much more often, it sounded like he was about to tear up but maybe that guess was wrong, Aldor's voice always sounded so fragile and weak, it was hard to know weather he was alright or not each day, this seemed to be difficult to even his closest friends, but eventually everyone figured out Aldor for the most part.

''I didn't say it because I figured that you wouldn't take it right, but then I-I messed up and now we don't want to talk about that day, and I am just confused, because nobody ever told me how I am supposed to act whenever I started liking someone, and this isn't the first time I like someone, but it is the first time I tell someone that I like them and I can't stop thinking about that day and I-''

The boy realised he was starting to speak a little to quick. He would simply crouch, placing a hand on the floor as he sat down to think his words better, keeping more space between them, resting his back by the shelf behind him, for some reason, being on the floor usually helped him think better, but it didn't seem to be working today.

''-I can't help but feeling scared now that I realised what I said-''

He placed a hand over his face, trying his best to calm his breathing, this would get worse, his insticts told him, and to Vivian this would be increasingly obvious by the dark aura that seemed to be coming from him, it was almost like a warning, but it wasn't clear for what.



@Vivian Fletcher

code by Lucia Fox

Interacting with @Aldor Humbleglow

The state of mind when she entered the place is totally different from what she’s going through now. The blonde mind was puzzled, she didn’t know how to deal with it. Assuming that Aldor speaking out his mind would help was probably wrong, now she regrets asking him. It didn’t help her, it bewildered her. All she thought was that he was embarrassed, she didn’t expect him to like her, the blonde didn’t sort out her feelings and it was so sudden. Every word he said got inside her head so clearly and she wanted to say something but she even wasn’t able to hear anything from her.

Just when she wanted to forget about everything, he made her remember each and every detail from then till now. No one liked her before, it was shocking and surprising for her when her friend said he liked her. Looking at him struggling, she was no more untroubled, the tears that stopped in the cab continued to pour down. Wiping the tears from her face, she kneeled down facing him, “I am so sorry” she didn’t know what to say, the blonde was struggling to come up with words, her lips quivered as she continued, “ I know- It’s all because of me” she shook her head not knowing what to do, the blonde was so worried when he said he was scared. “But you don’t have to be scared” she squeezed her eyes shut, as it was her who’s scared now and seeing others scared would frighten her more .

Hesitantly reaching for his hand on his face and grasped in both her palms as she continued, “I-I” shaking her head, “You don’t have to be scared of ANYTHING... and I am not angry at you... but I don’t know how to react to this”, the blonde took a long breath before taking a good look at his face, “I feel just like you... I am so confused”, the tears from her eyes didn’t stop even after wiping it hundreds of times, and she hates it and it probably makes him feel uneasy.

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