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ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 5:26 PM

"Bye guys!" I giggled, and left the Common Room to go to the Great Hall.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 7th, 2004 5:28 PM

OCC: Okay! Dude! Calm down! Thats right, blame it all on me. Alright, alright, we're goin, we're goin

IC: "We better get down to the Great Hall now. Johann is waiting for us" I said walking towards the portrait.

Once I got to the Great Hall, I found Johann and walked over to him.
"Hi" I said.

OCC: I gotta go to bed, I will reply tommorow. Bye guys!

Raichu Master June 7th, 2004 5:30 PM

OOC: I'm not blaming you LP. And sorry I sounded like a jerk, I'm very sorry. It's just I have 15 minutes left and we've been going in circles for an hour. So I'm sorry for getting hot headed.

IC: "hey Karli!" I said sitting up straight. "you get to be last for presents, because it's going to take awhile for both of yours!" I said excitedly, waiting for the rest to show up.

ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 5:31 PM

While going down to the Great Hall, my moodyness quickly returned, and I still was a bit sad.

Skye June 7th, 2004 5:31 PM

Andrew, with a sneaky shove from Terra found himself standing next to Berii. He grinned awkwardly, and looked up to find himself under the mistletoe. When he looked down at Berii again, his face was bright red, making his already fair hair look white.

"Erm..." he said uncomfortably, biting his lower lip. His mind went haywire as he searched for something to make the situation a lot less awkward. "Is this alright...I mean....you don't have to if you don't want to....I mean....gah..."

Cassidy did all she could to not burst out in laughter. She rolled on her side, the bells on her shoes jingling. When she had composed herself, she sat up once more, and looked at Karli mischiviously.

"I can't believe it..." she practically squealed, waiting in anticipation for Andrew and Berii to kiss.

OOC: I want it to be Christmas IRL now!!! This part of the RP is so much fun! Especially since we don't really have to spend money! ^^

Legendary_Pokegirl June 7th, 2004 5:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raichu Master
OOC: I'm not blaming you LP. And sorry I sounded like a jerk, I'm very sorry. It's just I have 15 minutes left and we've been going in circles for an hour. So I'm sorry for getting hot headed.

OCC: Its okay buddy. Dont worry, your not a hot headed jerk.

ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 5:35 PM

OC: I know! (Yeh heh yes, sneaky of Terra, huh? ^^)

Mari June 7th, 2004 5:41 PM

Berii, too, blushed. She didn't know what to do, so he shook her head, tried hard to stop blushing and kissed him...on the cheek. She smiled at him then ran to the Great Hall, and sat on the a chair. She was so red everybody looked at her, but she tried to avoid there gaze.

OOC: Me, too, Skye! I don't know why, but I want it to be Christmas too!

Raichu Master June 7th, 2004 5:42 PM

Under my breath I said, "I hope Berii's all right. She's been like alittle sister to me, and I don't want anything happening to her before she gets her present from me." I continued to stare at my ring and play with it, getting worried.

I then saw Berii. I went over to her, and bent to one knee. "Berii I was going to make a card for you but I figured it would be better to tell you face to face." I started. "Here it goes.....you've been like a little sister to me. Ever since I can remember I've thought of you as a sister. And when I'm in danger all I think about is missing your sweet smile and I find the strength to overcome the danger." I said as tears rolled down my face. I then showed her the golden ring, "This was my mothers ring, she gave it to me when I was little and said, 'Keep this and you'll always be safe in my arms even though I might not be there.' And I've kept it ever since. And now she passed away this summer, and I want you to have it." I said with a shaky hand puting it on her ring finger. "Merry Christmas little sister." I said hugging her now in tears.

ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 5:44 PM

"How'd it go, Berii?" I said quietly, holding back giggles. "Don't worry, if you... Erm, you know, I understand, 'cause... Um, I've... Um, done it before, a time or two." Now I blushed. "You don't have to tell though, I understand that too..."

Raichu Master June 7th, 2004 5:48 PM

OOC: I edited my last post since Marina99 posted before me, look at that post to see the gift Johann gave Berii

Skye June 7th, 2004 5:49 PM

Andrew's face turned even redder (if that's even possible!) when Berii kissed him on the cheek. She ran off, but he stood there for a moment, not really sure of what had just happened. He blinked a few times to clear his mind as best he could, and noticed Cassidy rolling around on the floor laughing.

"Hey, if you keep on laughing you're going to miss going down to the Great Hall!" was the best he could come up with. "I bet I can beat you there!"

"Haha...yeah right!" Cassidy exclaimed, jumping up and dashing out the porthole.

Andrew just grinned and changed into his tiger form. He passed her easily, and sneered at her from the first floor.

"Accio broom!" Cassidy cried, seeing that Andrew was already cheating. Her broomstick came to her immediately, and she chased after him on her broom to the Great Hall, laughing hysterically the whole way.

She was right above Andrew's bounding, panting tiger's body. They reached the hall at the exact same time, grinning, and laughing. Andrew changed back, and walked over to Berii. He tried not to blush too badly.

"Can I sit here?" he asked her softly, pointing to a vacant space next to her.

Cassidy took a seat opposite Berii, her cheeks flushed from the race the the Hall. She grinned at everyone excitedly.

"What a great Christmas!" she said happily.

OOC: Aw....Raichu Master...that is sooooo CUTE!!! ^^

ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 5:50 PM

"Ooh, never mind Berii." I said, looking over at Andrew. "Andy's face says it all." I said jokingly.

Raichu Master June 7th, 2004 5:57 PM

I let go of her and smiled. I kissed Berii gently on the lips and softly said again, "Merry Christmas." I then walked over to Terra. "It's time for your present!" I said happily.

ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 5:58 PM

"Um... Okay..." I said, focusing my attention on Johann now.

Mari June 7th, 2004 6:00 PM

Berii stopped blushing when Johann gave her the ring and it was replaced by a soft smile. She hugged Johann back and thanked him. When she let go, she wiped his tears. "I'll give you my present later." she said, happily. She looked at the ring that was on her finger, it was so beautiful.

"Thanks..." she thanked again.

She watched as he gave Terra her gift and then looked back at the ring. She was right, Johann could be her big brother, her brother who would protect her when she can't handle things anymore.

Skye June 7th, 2004 6:01 PM

Andrew blinked when he saw Johann kiss Berii. He wasn't sure what to think. Wasn't Johann interested in Karli. Now thoroughly confused, he sent his mind elsewhere.

"Hey, Cassidy," he said lightly, trying his best to grin. "Want to spar with me later today? I brought my bo up and my fencing equipment. I haven't really trained in a while, and I could use some practice...what do you say?"

"Sure thing, Andy," she said brightly, and sent him a reassuring smile. She quieted her voice and leaned over the table to speak to Andrew quietly. "Don't worry about Johann...I think he likes Karli anyway."

Raichu Master June 7th, 2004 6:02 PM

I laughed and said, "Sorry for calling you slytherin girl last year. I can see now that I was wrong." I got out a box for her, it contained a brand new pair of leather quiditch gloves and and a charm that with, "Your no ordinary girl" engraved into a dragonrider with a girl that looked exactly like Terra on the dragon. The letters were engraved on the bottom of the charm. "I crafted that by myself out of Mythril. That took half the night to complete." I said laughing as I gave her a big greezly bear hug.

ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 6:03 PM

"Just a minute." I said to Johann.
"Oi! Andy! Don't worry!" I called to him, gestured to Berii, and then turned back to Johann.
"Thanks Johann." I hugged him. "Thanks alot."

Raichu Master June 7th, 2004 6:09 PM

I walked over to Andrew, smiling. I bent over to his ear and whispered, "Don't worry, Berii's like alittle sister to me. That was just a brotherly kiss, I give you her brothers blessings. Treat her well, and I won't harm you." I said chuckling. "Merry Christmas Andrew." I said still laughing.

"Cassidy, Cassidy, Cassidy." I started as I neared her. "We haven't really been introduced, all you've seen was how jerky I can be. But any of these girls can tell you I'm not really like that." I handed her a present that contained another locket with "Friends forever" engraved on it on both sides, and inside was a picture of Cassidy and me.

Skye June 7th, 2004 6:14 PM

Andrew smiled and looked relieved at Terra's remark. He resumed his good cheer,, and looked at Berii happily.

"So...I erm...where are you from?" he asked nervously.

"Oh...cool. Thank you, Johann," Cassidy said, when he gave her the locket. "I'm very sorry for misjudging you. I know you better now, and I'm glad you and I can consider ourselves friends."

Cassidy smiled at Johann gratefully, and then grinned at her brother, and turned her attention to Tim, who had come over to thank her for the gift she had given him.

"It's really quite unique," he told her, donning the Quiddich bandana across his forehead. "I really like it. Thank you, Cassidy."

"You're welcome," she smiled, feeling herself blush. Even though she had told herself that Tim was off limits, she still felt all fuzzy around him.

"I got you something too," he told her, and handed her a box.

"Oh, wow...you really didn't have to, but thank you!" she said happily, opening the box gently.

Inside, she found a bottle of broom polish, and a pair of nice, leather Quiddich gloves, with her name embroidered in gold on the insde.

"Wow....thank you so much!" Cassidy exclaimed in suprise, leaping up from the table to give him an appreciative hug. "That was so nice of you!"

"Haha....you're welcome," Tim told her happily. He looked at her with a very genuine smile. She thought her heart was going to pound through her chest.

She had fleeting thoughts of Berii and Andrew under the mistletoe, and half-wished that it had been her and Tim instead....pushing those thoughts away, she just smiled back.

OOC Wah! Cassidy's going after the older guys! O_o

ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 6:19 PM

OOC: Tee hee. One can't help it. Oh, it's so much fun doing X-Mas! Heh heh heh... XD
BIC: I smiled at all the commotion, then grew moody, and slumped down on the table, head in my arms.

Skye June 7th, 2004 6:31 PM

A fourth year walked by, throwing mistletoe up in the air at various people, thinking he was very funny and clever indeed. One of them....HAPPENED....to land above Cassidy and Tim. Tim was the first to notice, and his face turned a little pink, which looked very normal next to Cassidy's beet red face.

"Er...heh," he grinned, shrugging. He looked down at her red face and could barely contain his laughter. Cassidy's eyes were so wide in suprise and anxiety! She couldn't move. All she could do is stare. "Well, it is mistletoe, after all."

Tim grinned, and brought his handsome face down to hers, planting a soft, brief kiss on her lips. (OOC: I wish you guys could see me laughing my head off right now!!) He pulled back from her slowly, watching her closed eyes with a kind of gentle satisfaction.

"Happy Christmas," he said to her softly, and walked back to his seat.

All noise had vanished around Cassidy in that moment. When she turned around, her face feeling like it was burning off, she finally heard Andrew chuckling. He was shaking with the laughter he was trying to hold in, and soon found himself self-propelled over the back of the bench and onto the floor, wriggling with laughter.

"Oh...! Shut up!" she yelled at Andrew shortly, her face crimson.

OOC: Okay....time for me to sign off for the night! See you all tomorrow!!

ScArLetSkye June 7th, 2004 6:35 PM

I sighed, looked up, saw the scene, and... Well.... That made me a bit sad, for now the boy shook mistletoe above Karli's head, then above Johann's head, laughed, and eagerly awaited for Johann and Kali to kiss.
I buried my head in my arms.

Mari June 7th, 2004 9:12 PM

Since everybody was busy, Berii sneeked up to the Gryffindor common room and took out her gifts for Johann and Will. She rushed back down, hoping she didn't miss Karli and Johann kiss. Berii waited for them to kiss, if they're going to, before giving Johann his gift.

Jesus Freak Josh June 8th, 2004 12:08 AM

OOC: Where is everyone, what time is it, and where am I?

Raichu Master June 8th, 2004 2:57 AM

OOC: it's alittle bit after breakfast, and everyone is in the Great Hall. You are still in the common room, I think your still in bed, but I'm not sure...haha

IC: I looked quickly up to see the mistletoe. My face got red and I wasn't going to kiss Karli because the last time I did, she flipped. But I really did want to kiss her, that was one of her gifts, I have a burning hungar, no longer a simple desire, to kiss Karli, but I suppress the hungar until I saw Karlis first move. Then I realized something, if she was going to kiss me it was because of the mistletoe, not because she liked me.

WIth a swift movement I disarmed the boy of the mistletoe, giving him no time to block or defend. Everyone at the table gasped, "I'm not kissing you Karli." I said seriously and then laid the mistletoe on the table. "The only way is if you kiss me, and I don't want it to be because of some mistletoe. I wanted you to kiss me because you truly loved me, but with that mistletoe over us, it wouldn't be." I explained seeing everyone more confused. "I've kissed you way too many times, and each time, you get mad and run off. So I'm not kissing you." I said explaing further. I then chuckled in my head at all the funny faces.

Jesus Freak Josh June 8th, 2004 2:59 AM

OOC: Thanks!

BIC:
I woke up. It was 9 AM!!!
I quickly got dressed and headed down to the Great Hall. I made sure I had Johann's book. I quickly ran to all of my friends.
"Sorry I'm late!"

Raichu Master June 8th, 2004 3:05 AM

"No problem Batesy!" I said happy to get everyones thoughts off me. I threw a present at him lightly so he could catch it, which he did. In side was a book on Stags and animigus(?) and the right steps become one, and the time it takes to be one. "I know you'll love this! Merry Christmas Batesy." I said smiling softly.

Jesus Freak Josh June 8th, 2004 3:12 AM

"Thanks!" I said. I handed him his book. "It's a book on dragons I'm sure you'll like!"
I looked around. Terra had died her hair and was wearing a tank top and mini skirt. "Wow Terra!" I said astonished. "You look beautiful!"

Raichu Master June 8th, 2004 3:21 AM

"How did he know I wanted a book on dragons?" I asked quietly to myself. I then notived him and his compliments to Terra. I sat there dumbfounded, that was what was missing in my part of the relationship with Karli, I never once complimented her, I always shoved her talents to the side to make room for my own. When I should have been cheering for her and helping her, most of all praising her. I felt shame grasp my stomache with a stong hold, suddenly I felt awful. "No...." I whispered barely audiable. "I won't have another chance with her will I?" I said to myself again.

You never know! Flame said sadden, because he felt the same way as me, whatever I felt he felt too. We were not only mentally connected but also emotionally.

Flame! MERRY CHRISTMAS! I said as I didn't notice a big smile come on my face. Give you your present after I'm done here, okay?

Take your time. He said agreeing.

I then came back to the Great Hall and looked around at everyone.

Jesus Freak Josh June 8th, 2004 3:23 AM

I continued looking at Terra. "So Terra!" I said. "If you're not doing anything, would you like to come to the lake?"

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 3:32 AM

I quickly kissed Johann on the lips.
"Happy Christmas" I said, and smiled a little. I then hugged him. I blushed.

Skye June 8th, 2004 6:19 AM

Glad that the attention had shifted to Johann, Cassidy's face returned to its normal color....that is...until Tim winked at her from down the table! She couldn't believe it, but of course, it was mistletoe, so it probably didn't mean anything anyway. She still smiled back at him, though, and her stomach flipped around a few times.

When she came back to her senses, she noticed Terra looking rather down.

"It'll be alright, Terra," Cassidy assured her, placing a hand on her shoulder. She spotted Josh entering the Great Hall, gave Terra's shoulder a squeeze, and got up from the table, giving Josh her seat. "C'mon, Andy, let's go spar!"

Andrew grinned, and got up from his seat.

"Thank you everyone," Cassidy and Andrew chorused, bowing their heads respectfully. "Happy Christmas!"

They both raced out of the Great Hall to get their things in Gryffindor Tower, and found themselves searching for a place to spar. Interestingly enough, cassidy noticed the door to the room where she had made her bo, and later, practiced with it.

"That's strange..." she sais thoughtfully. "I thought this room was two more floors up...no matter! We can practice here!"

She opened the door to reveal the dojo she had seen before. Andrew stepped in with an expression of awe.

"How about open hand combat first?" Cassidy suggested. "Just to warm up!"

"Sounds good," Andrew agreed, taking his side of the room. He set his weaponry in a corner, and returned to Cassidy in the middle of the floor.

Cassidy wore a very heavy, white gi, which made her look even more pale than usual. Her worn=in balck belt with the orange stripe in the middle swayed at her waist. She grinned at Andrew challengingly.

Andrew wore a completely black, heavy, canvas gi, and his black belt was less worn than Cassidy's, but still swayed obediatnly around him. He got in a fighting position, and took the first swing. A direct punch, used as a distraction, for the roundhouse kick he was going to send her. She dodged them both effortlessly, and managed to grab his foot, and flip him onto the ground.

Cassidy held out a hand to help him up. He took it.

"You're too rash," she told him calmly. "Just let everything go. You can't win if you're tense and angry."

"Yeah, yeah...." Andrew murmured, and took his fighting position once more.

Cassidy beat him several more times before he started to realize how angry he actually was when he was fighting. Cassidy held a blank polker face when she fought, but she could see every move on his face before he did it. He realized this, and tried to mask his emotions.

At one point, he actually flipped Cassidy!

"Now you're getting it!" she exclaimed happily.

"You know...it's strange. It is so wierd how we used to oppose each other so much because we were so differend from each other. I never thought we could learn from each other," Andrew said genuinely. He stretched and yawned. "Had enough for today?"

"Yeah," Cassidy said, smiling. She picked up her things, and padded out into the hallway on bare feet, which were instantly struck with winter cold.

It was nearly mid-afternoon now, and Cassidy was ready to head up to Gryffindor Tower for a nice shower and maybe some tea. Andrew followed her up the winding staircases to the porthole. They both spoke the passwork, and entered, going their separate ways to their rooms.

Cassidy changed into something a little more comfortable...a pair of jean flares and a red, long sleeved shirt with fuzzy cuffs and neckline. She really didn't like the shirt, but figured that it kept up with the holiday spirit. When she had showered and completed her rediness, which included donning her large Santa hat, she returned to the common room to sit by the fire and relax, reading the book on martial arts techniques to occupy her.

Adrew took a hot shower, and dressed in some comfy clothes too. Some jeans, a green long sleeved shirt, and his loafers were thrown on hastily. He fastened his leather belt, and walked down to the common room, taking a seat by the wizzards' chess table, and dozing lazily.

OOC: Erm....is it alright if Tim is like...a fourth year...? Hehe.....*grins*

Raichu Master June 8th, 2004 7:50 AM

I smiled and said, "I forgot to give your gifts!" I then cracked my knuckles, and said, "It took all my money, and some of my fathers to get this for you." I snapped my fingers and in my hand laid a beautiful diamond necklace. I put it around her neck and if fit perfectly.

"For my next present." I said smiling mischeaviously. I pulled her over to me and I kissed her on the lips, I felt something different about this kiss than the other ones I gave her. This one felt like lightning bolts serging through my veins. After about 30 seconds I left go of her and took a deep breath, "Wow!" I said shocked.

Merry Christmas, Karli! I said to her as our minds connected. I then continued, As your guardian, I have the duty to protect you and know where you are at all times. That kiss was no ordinary kiss, it linked our minds together so no matter where or how far you are away from me, I can talk to you through our minds. But don't worry, this time I can't read your thoughts, this is just like talking but with our minds. I stopped to look around, everyone in the Great Hall was staring at me.

"Ah.......I.....ah.....um.....got to go...." I studdered as my body grew weak from embarrasement. "Merry Christmas, Karli." I said hugging her, then I ran out of the Great Hall and to the snow covered hills surrounding the castle. I looked over the lake and over the forbidden forest. "Did I do the right thing?" I asked myself as I sat in the cold snow thinking.

Skye June 8th, 2004 9:37 AM

Cassidy grew restless, and went back upstairs to get her winter coat, scarf, hat, and mittens. Her winter coat was simple, and very long. It was a deep chestnut brown with Japanese-style buttons going up the middle. She donned her Gryffindor scarf, as well as a pair of red mittens, and finally, put on her green knit hat her mother had made for her last winter. She pulled it tightly over her ears, slid on some winter boots, grabbed her broom, and walked through the castle and out the front doors.

It was chilly outside. Cassiy pulled her scarf up to hid her nose and mouth, hopped on her broom, and kicked off the ground effortlessly. She glided around in the air serenely.

There were no foorprints in the newly fallen snow. Cassidy smiled to herself as she glanced at Hagrid's cabin. Dark smoke rose from his chimney, and through the windows, she could see the half-giant sipping from a mug in front of the fire. Glaiding along, she had rarely felt so peaceful. Nothing could disturb her on this perfect day.

Cassidy thought back to earlier in the morning, at the table in the Great Hall...how marvelous it had been, there with Tim. She wondered what it was she felt towards him, becuase it was like nothing she had ever experienced. Despite her own feelings, she knew he was a lot older than her. She knew she didn't have a chance.

On her rounds about the castle, she spotted Johann sitting by himself, looking a little confused. Cassidy swooped down to land next to him, and knelt by his side in the snow.

"What's up, Johann?" she asked cheerfully.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 12:17 PM

I turned ever redder as the whole Great Hall turned their attention to the Gryffindor Table. I looked at the necklace around my neck. It was beautiful.
"will you guys excuse me? Im going to the Common Room" I said getting up and walking down the corridor. I hoped nothing would happen at the dance the school held each Christmas.

Meanwhile, Feather swooped down infront of Johann, and dropped a long package infront of him. It was a broomstick. On the packaging was a small moving picture of me, in Diagon Alley, wearing my school robes. I was smiling and waving, while Feather perched on my shoulder. Feather landed on Johann's shoulder, and nipped at his fingers.

Raichu Master June 8th, 2004 12:42 PM

I pet feathers gently on the head and opened the present, still feeling ashamed. I was a broomstick, I smiled and chuckled saying, "Great now I guess I need to learn how to fly one of these."

I then turned to Cassidy. "I don't know. I"m just alittle ashamed of myself for kissing Karli. I think I over did it." I admitted as I stared at the lake. "And I don't think she'll want to dance with me now that I kissed her." I added now looking at the ground.

Jesus Freak Josh June 8th, 2004 1:09 PM

OOC: Has everyone been in the CR to open their presents?

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 1:11 PM

I finally decided to go for a walk. Once out in the corridor, I spotted a group of Slytherin boys. One of them I knew from my previous year at Hogwarts.
"Hey witch!" he called calmly. "Having a good holiday with your idiotic friends?"
I ignored his comment and kept walking.
"Especially those loser twins. Andy didnt even belong in Slytherin"
I walked closer as he said these words.
"And that girl as well. What was her name? Cassidy...what a...."
He didnt get a chance to finish his sentence. I had punched him in the face.
A sudden burst of anger spread over me. Once the boy fell over, I pulled out my wand. The other boys backed away.
"How dare you!" I yelled. "Insulting my friends!"
The boy got up quickly. I quickly turned.
"Idiot!" I said, trying to calm down.

Raichu Master June 8th, 2004 1:28 PM

OOC: Yes we already did that Batesy.

IC: I started to walk up to the castle with Feathers perched on my shoulders and my broomstick in hand. I found Karli wondering the halls upset about something. Shoot! What did I do now? Or what happened while I was away? I thought was I walked up to her. "What's wrong? Did I do something? If not what's upseting you?" I asked as I walked beside her.

Skye June 8th, 2004 1:32 PM

"Don't worry about it too much," Cassidy assured Johann, smiling at the new broomstick he held in his hands. She noticed the picture, and it made her grin more. "I'm sure Karli is okay with it. And even if she isn't, she's really forgiving. I bet you can both work it out."

She hopped on her broomstick, and kicked off, hovering a foot or two above the ground. She had an adventureous grin on her face as she looked at Johann.

"Come on," she insisted, smiling. She pointed to his broom. "Let's see what you can do on that thing!"

***

Andrew, who hated to be cooped up inside, got bored with lazing around in the Common Room, and left for a walk. He caught Karli's encounter at the very end, just in time to see her punch a Slytherin in the face. He recognized Randy with them, a few of his teeth missing thanks to Andrew's gift of exploding candy.

"Hey!" he called sternly down the hall, stepping between the Slytherins and Karli. "What's your problem? You have no need to pick on someone smaller than you. Lay off."

Randy snickered.

"Well, well, well..." Randy sneered, circling around Andrew with narrowed eyebrows. "If it isn't Mr. I'm-too-good-for-Slytherin."

"Get lost," Andrew snarled, and followed Karli down the hallway, his face hot with the anger he tried to suppress.

"What? You think you can make us?" another boy challenged, picking up his pace to catch up with them.

"I wouldn't waste my time!" Andre said hotly, and looked at Karli urgently. "Let's walk faster..."

"Running away? I don't think so!" one of the larger boys tackled Andrew to the ground, pinning his arms so he couldn't reach his wand. "Hold him down, Randy, while I teach him a lesson!"

Randy held his arms back, and succeeded in keeping Andrew on the ground, no matter how much he twisted and squirmed. The large kid sat right on Andrew's stomach, grinning triumphantly.

"Whatcha gonna do now, pretty boy?" he sneered. Andrew made a face, continuing to struggle, but to no avail.

The big guy lobbed a punch that hit him square in the nose. Andrew made no noise in protest, but struggled harder. It was no use. As the other Slytherins gathered around to assist in his beating, Andrew narrowed his eyes angrily, and wondered if Karli was still in the vicinity...

Jesus Freak Josh June 8th, 2004 1:35 PM

OOC: Thanks again

BIC:
"I'll be going upstairs to open my presents!" I said. "I'll be back down soon!"
I ran upstairs to the seventh floor. I found all of my presents under the tree. I opened them all and ran back downstairs to the Great Hall. "I love what you all bought me!"

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 2:22 PM

I gasped as I turned around and saw Randy on Andrew. I pulled out my wand right away.
"Wingardium Leviosa!" I said. Right away Randy was lifted into the air. I did I motion with my wand, (like I was throwing something) and he flew into the wall. I help Andy up, and held my wand in front of me.

Raichu Master June 8th, 2004 2:55 PM

I was walking along when I saw the scene. I walked over to them and put a ferm hand on Karlis wrist that held the wand. "You shouldn't fight other peoples fights. I made that mistake." I said as I lowered her hand to her side. "Andrew you need to learn to fight your own fights. No one will help you when your alone. Your lucky Karli came around when she did." I said wisely. Wow! I'm wise now! As they say wisdom only comes with experience. I thought and smiled slightly at the thought. I helped Randy up and said, "Nice job, next time hit him harder." I then slipped 10 silver coins to him, but neither Karli nor Andy heard this or saw this.

Randy nodded, "I had doubts you were going to pull through on your bargain." He whispered silently to me. "I'll make sure to do that next time." He whispered in my ear before he left. He than walked silently away, not saying another word.

"Well I guess we all should have some fun! I mean we have the whole day ahead of us!" I said smiling leading them in the opposite direction of Randy.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 3:02 PM

"I wasnt fighting other peoples fights Johann! I was helping my friend! In my opinion, that is totally different!" I said, tucking my wand in my pocket.

Mari June 8th, 2004 3:23 PM

Berii looked for Johann because she didn't had the chance to give him his gift. She was holding two wrapped boxes, one for Johann and one for Will. Inside the box, covering Johann's gift, was the black shirt with the dragon designs, a painting of a dragon, and she put in a few sketches of him riding a dragon which she made herself. For Will, she had a golden dragon figurine and a wooden swordsman that looks kinda like him which, again, she made herself.

She walked back to th Common room, hoping she'd see him later. In the comon room, she took her coat and went out to look for Johann, again.

"Finally!" she thought as she had found him..arguing with Karli, she frowned.

"Johann, here's your gift and could you please give this to Will?" she paused as she handed them the gifts. "Thank you!" she thanked as she ran off quickly, hoping, if the two of them would fight, she wouldn't hear them.

Skye June 8th, 2004 4:38 PM

Andrew threw a dirty look at Johann, wiping blood from his nose.

"Jerk," he muttered. "I don't know what Karli sees in you. Cassidy was right to judge you the way she did in the beginning. Get out of my way."

He shoved past Johann, pushing him hard against the wall, and went to the hospital wing to get his nose fixed. He was infuriated. The nerve of that guy!

***

Cassidy was in deep meditation, sitting on a patch of ground she had cleared of snow. She was still and stoic, and did not brush away the hair that floated into her face, like she would have otherwise.

Her mind, completely relaxed, she felt a ripple within. Something bad had happened, because it made her cringe with uneasiness. She slowly came out of her trance, and went indoors, seeking Andrew. She knew it was him. Something had happened.

"Andy, what happened to your nose!" she cried, seeing him walking down the hallway. He was holding a towel over it, a great bruise beginning to spread.

"Some Slytherins attacked me from behind, the cowards," he grumbled. "And no thanks to that jerk, Johann, they gave me a bloody nose!"

Cassidy stopped short, feeling a little confused. Was her first intuition of him correct? She pushed the thoughts aside, and walked with him to the common room, brushing off some snow that had found its way to her jacket. They arrived just in time to see Berii leave, and despite the current situation, Andrew grinned and blushed slightly.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 4:46 PM

I was shocked. I had never seen Andy act that way before. I looked at Johann, and sighed.
"Once again..." I said. "You can really blow things sometimes Johann"
I shook my head, and went after Andy.

Once I got to the Common Room, I walked over to Cassidy and Andy.
"Andrew are you okay?" I asked him. I looked at Cassidy, with a worried look on my face.

Skye June 8th, 2004 4:57 PM

"Yeah...I'b fbine," he said to Karli, his nose stuffed up. His expression was one of swollen irritation, and his nose was turning black and blue. He removed the towel carefully, and threw it away. "I honestly can't belive that guy."

Cassidy looked deep in concentration. Her mouth was set in a grim line, causing small creases on either end of her lips. Her eyes were cold and devoid of happiness. She was furious, and trying to control it.

"I'm really disappointed in Johann," she said flatly, not looking at Andrew or Karli. "I thought he was an okay guy, but I guess a first impression is usually right. I'm sorry, Karli, because I know you care for him greatly, but I just can't tolerate the way he treated you or Andrew, especially Andrew. I can't deal with that kind of negative energy in my life. If you see him, please tell him that I will not speak to him, and it would be best if he just left me alone."

The infuriated Cassidy, still bearing a calm, reserved manner, made her way upstairs, leaving Karli and Andrew in the Common Room.

"I'd like very much to tell you she's kidding," he told Karli, following Cassidy up the girls' dormitory steps with his eyes. "But I'm afraid she's wicked serious. I've never seen her so angry. I'm suprised she didn't loose it..."

He trailed off, and looked at Karli, his expression compassionate.

"I'm afraid she's put you in a rather tough spot..." he said sadly.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 5:02 PM

I looked down at the floor. I put my hand weakly on my head, and sat down.
"Yes...she has" I said slowly. "Nothing is the same anymore....nothing at all"
I felt like I could just cry, but I held the tears back.

ScArLetSkye June 8th, 2004 5:03 PM

Finally, I noticed Josh. "Oh, sorry Josh, I... Didn't see you there.... I hoped you would." I smiled at him brightly.

Mari June 8th, 2004 5:10 PM

After strolling around outside of the castle, Berii walked towards the entrance and before going in, she wiped off the snow on her coat and continued walking inside. She walked back to the common room and went inside the girls' dorm.

She saw Anna, beside her were few letters. "Thanks, 'Naa." she said, reading the first letter. It was from her parents.

Dear Berii,
Honey, we're really sorry! But you can't go home tommorow, we have to go to your granma's house, she's really ill. I hope you'll have fun there with your friends.

Love,
Mom and Dad.

She frowned, not because she couldn't go home, but because she was worried for her grandmother. Berii replaced her worried thoughts into a happy one, she knew her grandmother was strong and won't give in.

She smiled once again and walked down the stairs and, the common room.

She saw Karli, Cassidy, and Andy talking. She saw Karli's expression, she knew it wasn't good.

"What's wrong, Karli?" she asked worriedly.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 5:12 PM

"Dont worry about me Im fine" I said to Berii. "I think...."

Skye June 8th, 2004 5:17 PM

Andrew tried to smile comfortingly at her, but failed. He put a comforting hand on her shoulder instead.

"Sobby for causink you tvouble," he said, and couldn't help but chuckle at his silly voice. He reagined his composure and looked at Karli. "It'll be awight. Thinks bill bork out for da best."

He wanted to say something more, something that would being her comfort, but he could think of nothing else, and settled for silence instead.

***

Cassidy sat on her bed, feeling very odd indeed. She was furious, and usually so good at keeping herself under control. She was fantastic at keeping a mask over her true feelings, and somehow, it was crumbling.

"What is the matter with me?" she demanded, falling back on her bed. She looked up at the canopy and sighed. Her side had begun to hurt again, and her stomach was turning in discontent. She clutched her side, feeling a searing pain ripple through her body.

Yes...you want to release this anger, don't you, Cassidy? a voice asked slyly out of nowhere. Cassidy narrowed her brows in confusion, still clutching her aching side. Give in. Release it. You'd be suprised how powerful you can become...

"You lie! Leave me alone!" she cried, rolling on her good side. She was nearly in tears now because of the pain.

I could kill you, you know, the voice sneered, and Cassidy felt as if someone had grabbed and twisted her side. She cried out in pain. Isn't the anger eating you alive??? You're just a mere human, and a very non-magical one compared to the rest of the wizzards here. You have an excuse to just release it, especially after how badly Johann treated your brother and your friend.

"Leave me be!" she shrieked.

Fine... with one more powerful twist of pain in her side, the voice, and the twisting subsided.

Panting, Cassidy picked herself up, sitting on the edge of her bed. Confused and bewildered, she went to the window for some fresh air.

"What was that?" she asked herself, and lifted up her shirt to look at the scar. It looked much more fresh and recent than it had these past few days. It was scabbed over as if she had just received it yesterday.

Dumbfounded, she sat back on her bed, and hoped no one had heard her screams.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 8th, 2004 5:26 PM

"Cassidy!" I said shooting my head up. I ran up to the girls dormitory.
"Cassidy! Are you okay?" I asked. I felt a new presence. I grabbed Cassidys arm. Something began to come up the stairs. It was a man. I backed away, but felt a hand slip around my neck. Soon I saw a knife spread out before me.
"Dont move" he said in a cold voice. He then crashed through the window with me. I screamed....

Skye June 8th, 2004 5:32 PM

"KARLI!!" Cassidy screamed, watching her body fly out the window in the clutches of a strange man. "Karli, hang on!! Andrew, I know you can hear me! Get up here now!!!"

Andrew was soon by her side, a little uncomfortable being in the girls' side of the dorm, but nonetheless ready. He called his broom to him, as did Cassidy, and they flew out of the broken window together, looking around fiercely for Karli.

Mari June 8th, 2004 5:35 PM

Berii thought she heard a faint shriek. She then saw Karli ran to the girls' dorm and followed her after a few minutes.

"Don't move!" she heard someone said in a cold tone, she hated it. Befire she could stop him, he jumped out the window, with Karli.


"Accio broom." she said as prepared to ride her broom. When she got her broom, she flew out the window and followed the man Andy and Cassidy.

"Who's he?" she asked, catching up on them.

Skye June 8th, 2004 5:44 PM

"I'm not sure..." Cassidy replied over the winter wind. She pulled her scarf tight around her face, and spotted the man dragging Karli away. "There! Get him!"

She zoomed down in a dive towards them, her eyes set unblinking on pummeling the man over, hopefully to Karli's rescue. Andrew was beside her also, preparing for a double attack.

"Come on with us, Berii!" Andrew called to her. "Help us get his attention!"

Mari June 8th, 2004 5:53 PM

Berii stood up on her broom and nodded on what Andy said. With her standing up she controlled her broom easily and faster. She prepared for an attack and readied her wand. She looked at the man angrily and flew beside Cassidy, waiting for them to lead.

"Ready, when you are." she said, saluting.

ScArLetSkye June 8th, 2004 6:18 PM

When Josh and I walked towards the lake, I felt much better, in a very cheerful mood, with little butterflies of happiness fluttering inside me...
I thought I heard something, but decided I didn't, and kept walking.
"Josh...." Saying this quietly, I carefully looked for words; to telll him he was rushing the whole Animagus thing...

Jesus Freak Josh June 8th, 2004 9:58 PM

"Look!" I said. "I know what you're going to say! And I relized I was rushing my transformation! But don't worry! I've slowed down! Come on! Let's sit down by the lake!"


OOC: PLEASE, don't go too fast now! I am going to be missing for 5 DAYS!!!!!

Legendary_Pokegirl June 9th, 2004 3:34 AM

OCC: Well, Batesy, a lot is going on now, and slow or fast, when you come back, there is probaly going to be a few more events and pages.

IC: I struggled to be set free. I could hear the mans cold breath. He shot his head around, and saw Cassidy, Andrew, and Berii.
"I'll come back for you" he whispered to me. Then he dropped me. I screamed, as the man flew off...

Jesus Freak Josh June 9th, 2004 3:36 AM

OOC: I don't like the sound of that... Oh well! Could you give me the gist of what happens when I come back? BYE (soon)!!!!!!!!! *Hugs*

Skye June 9th, 2004 4:09 AM

Cassidy saw the man toss Karli to the ground as if she were a rag doll. Thinking quickly, she swerved on her brrom as a sort of distraction, leaving Andrew and Berii for the actual attack.

"Hang on, Karli, I'm coming!" she cried shrilly, hoping the strange man would hear. He did, and chased after her.

His glance caused a searing pain in her side, like someone had stabbed her with a knife. It almost knocked her off her broom, but she steadied herselv, wincing, and carried on.

Meanwhile, Andrew had made it over to Karli with Berii at his side. He hoisted Karli up on his broom, holding her tightly around the waist so she would not fall off.

"Cassidy will be alright for a few minutes on her own," Andrew told Karli and Berii, swinging his broom back towards the castle. "Let's go get Dumbledore, Berii."

With that, he flew towards the castle, and landed safely indoors. He set Karli down on the floor, looking at her carefully to see if she was alright.

"We've got to hurry!" he told them, leading them down the hallway to Dumbledore's office.

***

Cassidy was panting with the energy it took to keep the man at bay. His hissing, snake-like voice was in her head, taunting her, teasing her, telling her to be angry, to strike out at him. She changed her wand into a bo staff, and whipped around to silence him.

He only laughed. Infuriated, she swung at him, hitting the unexpecting man square in the temple, knocking him out.. Her anger rose, and she kept beating him with her bo, but after the second strike, became wide-eyed with fear, and withdrew her attack. She sat on her broom for a while, shocked, and unsure of his state. She dared not touch him.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 9th, 2004 4:13 AM

I was scared. I soon fainted right on the spot that Andrew had set me down.

Raichu Master June 9th, 2004 7:41 AM

I ran after the shriek and by the time I got there I saw the man laying on the floor and Cassidy with a broom in her hand. "What's going on here! We wasn't I informed!" I yelled at her as I hoisted the man to his feet.

He smirked at me and said, "I thought you were supposed to be her guardian? What happened? Did she contact you, was she mad at you? Let me down, you know you don't want to hurt me."

"You have no clue!" I said angerly. I punched him but he took it sqare on the chin and didn't move.

He caught his feet and upper cut me again. "I swore to defend Karli with my life and that's what I'm doing!" I yelled at him as we took turns hitting each other.

When I went to hit him again he vanished, and a madden expression came over my face. "Cassidy, do you know why I paid that slytherin to beat up your brother? Cause if he can't defend himself, how is he going to protect Berii? As I said Berii is like a little sister to me, and I want her to have a man that can protect her, but he can't yet. Once he learns how to defend himself, then I'll rest at ease." I said breathing deeply and meaning every word I said. "That's what I failed that with Karli. I'm too weak to defend myself, I shouldn't even be allowed in her presence.....but I'm not giving up." I said standing up straight. "When you see here again, tell that I love her and that I'll always be with her." I said as she looked at me confused. "I'm leaving this school. And I'm probably not coming back, all I've been was a pain in the butt, I've done nothing right so far. So can you tell that for me?" I asked sincerely. "Well I'm going to go." I said as I called Flame with my mind. I then jumped out of the window and onto his back. I waved good bye to Cassidy and then flew away from the castle.

With my mind I reached out to Karli and said, I'm sorry... Then I closed my mind off to her so she couldn't reply.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 9th, 2004 12:50 PM

Inside my head, I heard Johann.
"Why are you sorry!? You didnt do any....." I paused. "thing"
I soon realised that our minds werent connected.
Flashbacks soon started going on in my head. It was flashbacks of everything that I hated in my life. Soon the dream played over and over again. But now, there was something different. There was something, that had never happened before. It was me, holding a sword, I then fell to the ground. I was pale, and it looked like I was in a dungeon, but darker. My head had hit the cold stone, and my eyes closed. Blood was soon over the sword. Over top of me was the man, he looked bigger. Now he was holding the sword, and it pointed at me. It kept going on and on, into everthing went black, and I felt nothing...

Raichu Master June 9th, 2004 1:02 PM

Tears rolled down my face as the castle disappeared over the horizon.

What are we doing? Your supposed to be her guardian, your not suppose to give up on her like this. Flame said as I urged him faster and faster.

Soon I started having flashbacks of all the mistreating I've done to Karli. Then a vision came in, it was the same vision Karli was having. It angered my to the point my eyes were darkened and my lips were in a snarl. I stopped Flame and said, "What am I doing!? I should be back there, somethings happening to Karli. I can feel her slipping away..." I closed my eyes and whispered to myself, "Fogive me Karli." I then tapped into her mind to see what was going on. To my surprise her mind was blank, no bad thoughts, no good thoughts, she felt cold and deserted. Fear grasped me by the stomache, "Flame! To the Hogwarts!" I yelled.

Flame turned around and flew as fast as he could to the castle. We were there in a matter of seconds. I jumped through a window of the castle and Flame went to land and waited until I need him. When I looked around I saw Karli on the ground and pale. "Karli!" I yelled as I ran over to her. I bent to my knees and rested her head on my lap. "Karli! Wake up!" I said crying.

I then broke down. "Karli, I'm sorry. I should have been by your side. I should have never treated you like I did, I never should have been so selfish as to not care what you thought. I never complimented you, but you are the brightest, and most beautiful girl I've met." I said now sobbing over her.

Someone laid their hand on my shoulder, it was Will. "I think she knows, Johann. I truly think she knows all of that." He said warmly.

"I know, I just never complimented her on anything." I said drying my tears.

"Come on, let's get her to the hospital wing." Will said as he help me carry her to the hospital wing. There I sat by her side hoping, and making sure no one came close to her without my concent.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 9th, 2004 1:09 PM

My eyes quickly flickered open. I sat up right away.
"What happeneing!? Is he gone!? Wheres Cassidy!? And Andrew!? And Terra!? What about Josh! And J-"
I didnt have to finish my sentence. I quickly hugged Johann and burst into tears.

Raichu Master June 9th, 2004 1:14 PM

I didn't dare hug her back, cause I was too ashamed of how I had treated her. I silently gave an oath to myself that I would never do anything to hurt her again, and i would always put her needs before mine. I then answered her questions, "Your father is gone, and Andrew and Cassidy are all okay." I said softly. I then repeated what I said to her in the hall, "Karli, I'm sorry. I should have been by your side. I should have never treated you like I did, I never should have been so selfish as to not care what you thought. I never complimented you, but you are the brightest, and most beautiful girl I've met." I then turned away from her still in shame.

Skye June 9th, 2004 1:41 PM

Cassidy watched Johann walk away. She picked up her broom, leaving the strange man unconcious in the snow. She flew after him to the hospital wing, where Karli was, and let him have a piece of your mind.

"You bloody, backstabbing jerk!" she screamed, belting him across the face with her fist. A nice, round re mark appeared on his cheek. "You PAID the Slytherins to beat up my brother? How DARE you? I gave you a second chance, but I can see now that it was my mistake! You don't DESERVE to be here! Andrew can defend himself fine on his own, but not when he is ambushed by five people at once. He's a second degree blackbelt in Shotokan karate, for God's sake! They took him down from behind, the bloody cowards!"

Cassidy reached for something around her neck, gripping the friendship necklace Johann had given her. With a quick snap, she had ripped it from her neck, and thrown it to the ground.

"Do not speak, and do not come near me ever again!" she demanded hotly, her face red with anger. "You don't deserve Karli. You don't deserve anything for going behind your friends' back and doing this! You belong in Slytherin house more than anyone I have ever met! So fine, leave this school! See if anyone cares! My first judgement about you was right. Do not speak to me again. Don't get within arms reach of me. I don't care if I ever see you again!"

She stood, fuming for a moment, and then spoke once more. Her tone was darker.

"Some protector you are!" she told him. "I think Andrew, Berii and I did a fine job on our own. We saved her, and you weren't even aware. You're a pathetic excuse for a human being."

With no sign of compassion on her face for what she had just said, especially since it was in front of Karli, she turned on her heel, and dashed out of the hospital wing, slamming the door.

Raichu Master June 9th, 2004 2:06 PM

I leaned back and put my elbow on the table beside Karli. And rubbed my face. "If he was that skilled, then even if they attacked him from behind they couldn't have taken him down." I said almost totally mute. I then noticed Karli looking at me with an angry face. "I'm not going to go. This time I'm staying put and watching over you. She's right that I don't deserve you. The problem was that I never had you to begin with. I don't even deserve to call you a friend. But as long as I breath I sworn an oath of alligance to you, and for that I am your sworn guardian, although I am ashamed of myself, I will not show it. I won't allow myself to get attached to you anymore, I am your guardian and nothing more and nothing less." I said solemnly, my face was completely blank and it was impossible to read anything I was thinking.

What have I done? I've done more bad than I thought, and my motives weren't very just. I can't do anything about the past. I might as well try to make the future as shameless as possible. I thought as I stared at the wall not daring to look at Karli now.

"And that vision you saw, I saw as well. It's what would have eventually happened if I left for good. I had given up on you, and my guardianship. But then something inside me was strong enough to make me turn around and come back for you." I said seriously with no frown, no smile, no nothing on my face. And my eyes were blank. "Now I see coming back here was a very bad mistake, afterall why do I care if you die? Why should I feel sorry for you? Because I swore to protect you, and if anything were to happen to you I wouldn't be able to forgive myself. But now that I'm back here everyone hates me for the wrongs I've done in the past, that's why I tryed to run away from them. But I'm here, and I'm willing to take anything anyone has, as long as it's me and not you." I said with no emotion, but she could tell I was shamed and deeply sorry no matter how hard I tryed to keep my voice steady and my face straight.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 9th, 2004 3:23 PM

I swallowed hard.
"Dont promise me anything..." I said silently. "No matter what you do, dont promise me anything"
Tears still fell down my cheeks. "Cassidy was wrong, you are a really nice guy. I know you made that mistake of paying Randy to beat up her brother, but please, try to make things right" I now pleaded.

ScArLetSkye June 9th, 2004 3:35 PM

"Okay, Josh..." I said, delighted that he understood (And that I didn't have to say it myself).
Sitting down by the lake, a placed one finger on top of then water, tracing circles, and in turn, creating a small whirlpool (I didn't intend that).

Raichu Master June 9th, 2004 3:38 PM

Is she trying to tear me apart!? I try not to keep my distance, and now I'm finding myself becoming closer to her! I thought still keeping a straight face.

After a few minutes I replied, "Cassidy is right, I'm not as good as I seem. But my intentions are always good, and I try to do the best for everyone, but end up screwing everything up." My face was still blank. I turned in looked into her teary eyes, my blank look became calm and gentle, "How can I say no to you? It's just I never know what you want, everything I do I goof up on, and I make things worse for the both of us. One moment I think your in love and when I do something to incourage it, the next minute your mad."

I then realized I was blaming her again, I then replied quickly, "I'm sorry, it's not your fault, I should know how you feel before I do anything. So it's my fault for my own sarrow. You need not worry about me." I said smiling slightly.

"I'll set things right, or at least try. When we're all done here." I said smiling.

Will tapped me on the shoulder, "Now that your done being foolish, you forgot to open your gift from Berii." Will said handing my my present.

I unwrapped it, and smiled at everything Berii gave me. Will opened his and laughed cheerfully.

"I guess I've been acting like a selfish jerk around Cassidy haven't I?" I asked while the mood was joyous.

"Yes you have!" Will said laughing.

"Hey! Your supposed to be on my side, Will!" I said laughing cheerfully.

"No, I take what side I think is right." Will replied with a caring smile.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 9th, 2004 3:41 PM

I smiled. I then looked at my watch.
"Its almost time for the dance. I dont know if Im going to go..." I said, laying back in the pillow.

Mari June 9th, 2004 3:53 PM

As soon as Karli had been saved, Berii stayed and watched what Cassidy was doing. When Cassidy left, she took a quick look at the man thne suddenly, the man grabbed her arm, she shoved the man's hand away and saw the man collapse once again. She hurriedly followed Johann and Cassidy to the hospital wing.

Berii heard a loud smack sound, she peeked through the half opened door and heard Cassidy yelling at Johann. She ran to the common room when she thought Cassidy was almost done. She tried to clear her thoughts and sat quietly in a chair near the fireplace.

Finally she was thinking of something other than the incident. She started thinking about the man...

"Ouch!" she yelled. She looked at her arm, the one that the man had touched, it felt like it was burning and, to her suprise, it formed a strange insignia and along with it, a scar.

She looked at herself in the mirror and sighed in relief, the scar and the isignia was only visible to her eyes, not anybody else's nor is it in her reflections.

She decided to take a quick nap on the couch behind her. She fell asleep just a minute after she had laid on the couch and began to dream, a sweet one too, or so she thinks...

ScArLetSkye June 9th, 2004 3:55 PM

"Oh!" I said, suddenly realizing something. "Josh, today's the dance! Erm, gotta go... I suppose... I'll see you there... Right?" Saying this softly, I smiled gently (At that moment the whirlpool dissapeared), kissed him on the cheek, and ran lightly towards the castle...

Legendary_Pokegirl June 9th, 2004 4:12 PM

I quickly thought my decision over.
"I think I will go. See you guys" I said, getting up from the bed and running out the door.

When I got to the gils dorm, I quickly got changed.
My hair was braided at the top, and a wore a green dress. The dress was dark green at the top, and on the bottom it was light green.
Once I was satisfied, I made my way down to the Great Hall.

ScArLetSkye June 9th, 2004 4:35 PM

Fianly, after minutes of searching, I found my dress.
Ice blue with tiny crystals embroidered at the top and all..... Here it was.
Quickly, I put it on, followed by the removal of the hair streaks, put my hair up, wove tiny crystals into it, ice blue higheels... And hurried down to the GH....

Mari June 9th, 2004 4:43 PM

A soft laughter can be heard, and two children playing happily can be seen. They were in a hill and the wind was blowing softly. Berii watched as the boy runs after the girl. Her eyes widened as she stared at the girl, she looks remarkably like her but she told herself she was imiganing things, again...

"Alexis, shouldn't we go home now? It's getting dark." the girl said, looking at Alexis, who was beside her.

"You're right! C'mon." he said as he helped the girl up.

The two of them walked happily back to their houses, but before they could reach the house, a man blocked them. The man grabbed Alexis arm and dragged him to, which Berii asumed, his house. Before leaving, the man scolded the girl. "Never talk to him again!!"

The girl cried and called out her friend's name between sobs, but she was to late, the man had already locked Alexis in the house. "Alexis..." she whispered, still sobbing.

The girl silently walked back to her house and went in. Berii looked shocked and sat on the grass, staring at the girl's house. "Alexis?" she asked herself, trying hard to remember him.

"Berii," she heard someone call her as the beautiful scene disappeared. "you were too strong, his family was afraid of you. But you can help me, lend me your strength and I'll help you in return." the man said callously yet kind of understanding.

Berii shook her head feebly. "No...never." she whispered. "It's okay, Berii...trust me, it'll be okay B-..."


"Berii! Berii! Wake up!" Flora, a Gryffindor the same year as her, called. Berii slowly opened her eyes. "Do you want me to bring you to the Hospital Wing? Your burning!" Flora exlaimed.

She shook her head and said, "It's okay, go on the dance, I don't feel sick at all. I'll catch up later." Berii said softly.

"Okay, but if you get dizzy, tell me!" she said as she walked towards the portrait. "Okay." Berii replied, laying down again. With that said, Flora left and went down to the Great Hall.

Skye June 9th, 2004 5:12 PM

Andrew, who had returned to Griffindor Tower after Karli was safe in the hospital wing, waited in the Common Room, trying to relax after a rather...diffecult...day. He saw Cassidy storm in, and he was suprised, so good was she at hiding her emotions. She stormed up the stairs without a word to him.

Andrew went upstairs to ready himself for the dance. He stood before his trunk, trying to decide what he would wear. A sickening feeling came over him, as he realized that Johann would probably be there. He decided it would be best not to go, lest another argument, or worse, a fight, break out.

Returneing to the common room, he spotted Berii, and was very tempted to go to the dance, and moreso, ask her to go. She looked rather feverish, so he walked over to her and asked what was wrong. He hoped that she wouldn't ask about his nose, which was now a very dark shade of black/blue.

"Hey Berii...you okay?" he asked, concerned at her rosy cheeks and glossy eyes. "You don't look like you feel really well...Anything I can do?"

Just then, Cassidy stormed downstairs, her face flushed with a deep anger, her hair left just as the winds outside had blown it. She was glaring daggers.

"You know what that jerk did to you?!" she demanded. "Johann PAID those Slytherins to attack you! The nerve! And he got furious at us for not getting him when Karli was taken. I can't believe him. I can't stand him at all. One of these days, he is really going to blow it with me, and I'm going to loose control! I'm only human after all...!"

Cassidy trailed off just then, and realized she had quoted what that terrible, strange man's voice had said to her earlier. She became very quiet, and sat down in a chair, feeling very confused.

"I don't know what to do. Someone or something has to straighten that kid out, or he is going to loose all his friends. I can't believe he PAID five people to attack Andrew...and like cowards! They attacked him from behind! He claimed it was to make Andrew stronger, but what right does he have to take those matters into his hands! Those kids are so huge and fat! How could anyone escape them, especially when they were sitting on him!" she exclaimed, fuming. "I can't BELIEVE I lost my temper at him. I never loose my temper...ever...honestly...."

She trailed off. There were no tears in her eyes, only hot anger. Her fists, which were rightly clenched, rested tensely on the arms of her chair. She looked over at Berii and Andrew. Berii's expression was shadowed by the play of the light, but she could see that Andrew was really suprised at her anger. She was never angry. She had excellent control. So what was her problem??

Mari June 9th, 2004 5:28 PM

"Oh, I'm okay An-"

Before she could finish, Cassidy came and told Andrew what Johann did. She, too, was surprised that Cassidy lost her temper and at Johann too. She looked at her ring and back at Cassidy. She knew that what Johann did was wrong, but she didn't know it'll anger Cassidy so much. She looked at her worriedly even though she couldn't hardly see her because she was blurry (in her view) and tried to speak but no word came out. She sat on the couch, waiting for her to calm down a bit.

Skye June 9th, 2004 6:16 PM

Cassidy took a deep breath, and let it out slowly. She looked over at Berii and Andrew, remorse in her face.

"I don't regret the way I acted towards him," Cassidy said, her voice returned to normal. Her eyes showed genuine remorse. "But I am very sorry for being so hot-headed towards you two."

Rising from her chair, she pushed at the wrinkles in her jeans, and went back upstairs. Moments later, she came back down, wearing her karate uniform, the black canvas making dense crinkle noises as she moved. She carried her bo and numchaku, and her hair was now brushed out.

"I...need to go do some thinking," she told Berii and Andrew. She looked like she was going to cry. "There is something wrong with me these days...it may have something to do with the scratch I have from that chimeara...it's been hurting a lot. I'm going to go find some place to practice and think. I will see you later...again...I'm really very sorry."

With that, she disappeared out the porthole, leaving Andrew and Berii in the common room. Andrew let out a breath.

"Gosh, she's furious," he said softly. "I have never seen her so mad. Our Dad has really trained her well to keep her emotions hidden, even the positive ones. Sometimes, it's so hard to tell whether she is happy or upset.

"And she tries so hard to be perfect at everything," Andrew continued. "She gets that from Dad too. Nothing was ever good enough for him, but Cassidy's come the closest to perfect out of the two of us. It's hard to see her like this sometimes...she and my dad together especially. I guess that's why I'm not as good as she is at everything. I don't want to be like that. I want to be able to feel..."

He trailed off, and looked at Berii. Deep in his heart, he felt a pang of heartache, a yearning for his father's approval, something, anything, to let him know that his father was proud.

"Ah, but what am I boring you with this for?" he said, trying his best to grin and chuckle. "You probably want to go get ready so you can go to that dance downstairs."

He looked into the fire, half hoping that she would invite him to go to the dance with her. He wanted very much to go...but feared it would only cause another blowup with Johann.

***

Cassidy stood in a deserted hallway with large windows of the pointed arch gothic0style overlooking a courtyard. She brandished her bo staff in the moonlight, her eyes devoid of feeling. Her mother had called it the "perfect polker face," if Cassidy had been a gambling kind of person. She swung the bo in deliberate, strong, and practiced motion, arching her back here, bending her leg further there. Her movements were fluid, easy, despite the great weight behind them. She could take on people twice her size, though she wished nothing more than to avoid any kind of combat.

She and Andrew were the perfect sparring partners, Cassidy thought to herself. He knew her weaknesses, as she knew his, and he was bigger than her, almost two heads taller. He was in every way a perfect opponent. He could have taken out all of those Slytherin boys when they attacked him earlier.

He's trying so hard to be what Dad wants him to, she said to herself, sending a powerful strike into the invisible opponent before her. The air answered her movement with a brisk swishing noise. If it had been a real person, they would no longer be breathing.

He doesn't realize it, but he is being submissive, she said to herself once more, spinning her bo above her like a helicopter propeller. She brought it down with a loud cracking noise, her movement causing a loud snap in the air as her uniform submitted to the sking, bones, and muscle beneath.

In trying to be what my father wants, he is straying from the path, she thought, bringing her bo to its final, deadly movement. A strike to hit the temple. An end to an opponent. An end to the kata. She stood up, bringing her feet together, and bowing to the air, keeping her eyes down, respectfully. He should have and could have defended himself. I wish he could just see that.

Panting, she relaxed her muscles, leaning the bo against the wall, and picking up her numchaku, with the engravings Andrew had made on them. She smiled faintly, and began a kata she had learned long ago.

[I]Her father stood before her. It was after school hours, and the sun cast the shadows of the window panes at a slant across the floor. A five year old Cassidy stood before him, smiling.

"Straighten up!" her father told her. To her five year old ears, his voice was a bellow. "Get ready. Clear your mind. You cannot show emotion to your enemy. Now, follow me."

He led her across the floor in a graceful kata. They danced across the floor together, Cassidy copying his movements perfectly as Andrew stood and watched from a corner. Cassidy swung the wooden numchaku easily, confidently, not fearing the sting they left on the skin of a careless artist. She swung them quickly, fluidly, as if she had known the kata for years instead of minutes.

"You see how she clears her mind?" her father called to Andrew. A five-year-old, shaggy-haired Andrew looked at his father. His expression carried envy and disgust.

Their father turned back to Cassidy.

"Well done," he told her, putting a hand atop her head and messing up her short blond hair, the same cut and style she shared with her twin. "Go to dinner. Andrew and I have some more work to do."

This was not the first nor the last time Andrew would have to stay later than Cassidy at a training session. She knew the animosity that built up between them over the years, and yet, she did nothing to reconcile it, fearing her father would notice her weakness.

Cassidy, without realizing it, had finished the kata, and slumped to the cold stone floor in tears. She could control her saddness no longer, as it poured all over her hands, her uniform, the floor. She cried deeply, outwardly, in every direction, wanting someone to pick her up and hold her as if she were a baby crying for love.

The moonlight cast a silver glow upon her body, filling her with emptiness beyond explanation. She sat on the floor, shedding emotions that had been pent up for years.

And that was how Tim found her.

"Cassidy?" he said worriedly, quickening his pace to reach her. He knelt at her side. "What happened?"

He looked at the weaponry around him, and back at her with concern.

"Did someone do something to you?" he demanded, noticing the numchaku on the floor. He put a hand on her shoulder.

"No," she said softly, trembling. She leaned into his arms, sobbing quietly. "I'm sorry...I just..."

"No, it's alright," he assured her, wrapping his arms around her. "There's no shame in seeking comfort. It'll be alright, Cassidy."

Cassidy sobbed harder, pressing herself as far into his shirt as she could. Comfort? She clutched his shirt despairingly. This was comfort?

He pulled her far enough away to wipe the tears from her eyes. It was then that she understood. She blinked a few times, tryng to clear her vision.

"You can tell me about it when you're ready," he assured her, his arm still around her shoulders. "Let me help you back to the common room."

With that, and his arm still around her shoulders, he helped her gather her things, and helped her to the common room. Just as she was about to go upstairs, he called softly to her.

"Cassody, would you...want to go to the dance with me?" he asked timidly, raking a hand through his dark hair. His blue eyes smiled at her.

"I...I would be...delighted," she told him, a smile spreading across her face. "Just give me a few minutes..."

She went upstairs, and searched frantically for a dress in her trunk. She realized with a great panic that there was no dress....she had not packed one! Slumping onto her bed, she sighed. She shuffled through the trunk, and suddenly, she saw it.

A long, black dress, empire waist, flowing. A very simple gown, but just enough. Caisidy practically threw herself in the shower, dashed out, pulled on the dress, with some black dress shoes, and looked at her reflection.

"Oh gosh...my hair!" she practically wailed at the short, choppy strands. She ran to her trunk once more, the taffeta gown making soft swishing noises. "I know I have one in here somewhere..."

She finally pulled out a hair dryer, and plugged it in. Standing in front of the mirror, she tried awkwardly to style her hair, and succeeded to her satisfaction. The once choppy layers were now smooth, and curled under nicely, framing her face. Smiling, she raced downstairs to join Tim, who was waiting for her.

"Wow...you look really nice," he said, offereing her his arm. Blushing, she took it.

Just then, Kaze flew through the window, carrying a package. Casiidy took it, along with a note, and smiled at her albino owl. She opened the note:

Cassidy,

I forgot to pack these black gloves with your dress. I hope your Christmas was wonderful. I will be there in a few days to visit with you!

Love
Mom.

P.S. There is a present in here for you! Happy Christmas! I will bring the rest when I come up![I]

Cassidy smiled, and sent Kaze to her room with the gift. She slipped on the black gloves, which reached just past her elbows, and walked with Tim to the Great Hall.

Mari June 9th, 2004 6:36 PM

Berii knew Andy was hiding something, she could feel it but she understood that he didn't want to talk about it. Her thoughts were interupted by Andy, talking about the dance.

"The dance..." Berii thought. Even though she didn't really like dances, she was a bit upset that she couldn't participate in it. She tried to think of something nice that she could do, so she wouldn't be depressed. "At least I can watch my friends!" Sure, it wasn't the best idea, but it made her lighten up just thinking about her friends.

"Actually, I'm not going to dance. I feel a little too lightheaded to dance, but I'll watch you guys. What about you? Are you done preparing for the dance?" she asked.

Skye June 9th, 2004 6:45 PM

Andrew slouched in his chari. He really didn't feel like going, especially with the tension between him and Johann. Looking back at Berii, he smiled.

"I wasn't planning on going," he said. "I don't want to cause more of a problem with Johann."

THe boy's name tasted bitter on his tongue. He looked away from Berii, hoping she wouldn't be angry with him for being angry with Johann.

"Do you want any help downstairs or anything?" he asked, trying his best to be helpful. "I mean, since you're feeling lightheaded in everything....I'm not saying you're weak...I mean....ah....I dunno...."

He grimaced awkwardly, and looked away with flushed cheeks. He hoped Berii wouldn't think he was dumb.

Just then, Cassidy came through the porthole with Tim, and she dashed upstairs without a word to anyone. When she returned, Andrew smiled. She really did look quite wonderful.

"See you guys!" she smiled excitedly. Andrew noted that she was wearing shimmery lip gloss, and he raised an eyebrow at her. Lip gloss? That was going really far for her!

"Take care of her," Andrew said to Tim in a mock father's voice, crossing his arms, and looking at Tim sternly.

Tim just laughed and walked through the porthole with Cassidy.

The Great Hall was alive with music. Cassidy gazed around her at the beautiful decorations, and especially the wonderful ceiling. The moon gazed at the dance floor, causing a natural bright silver light on the floor. Tim showed Cassidy to the dance floor, and took her hands. He swung her around expertly.

While they were dancing to some quick tunes, Cassidy spotted Terra, and waved excitedly, her short, styled hair bobbing about her chin energetically. Before she could see Terra's reaction, Cassidy was swept up in Tim's arms once more as they continued to dance.

Mari June 9th, 2004 7:05 PM

Berii felt upset that they didn't get along with her big brother, but she hid her feelings very well with a soft smile.

"Do you want to watch them with me? We can stay somewhere in the back so he won't notice you." she said, trying her best to sound cheerful. She then noticed Cassidy, she looked so excited, now she definately wants to see her dance with Tim.

"I'll just dress up in something cooler, it's kind of hot." she said, bowing before going upstairs.

When she came down, her hair was down and a little wet, she was wearing a short baby blue dress that was about four inches above the knees with ribbons near the edges, short, black boots with bells.

She felt a lot more lightheaded than earlier, she thought it was because of the cold water in the shower, but she didn't mind it.

"Sorry it took so long." she apologized.

Skye June 10th, 2004 4:53 AM

"You didn't take long at all," Andrew told her reassuringly. He had changed as well. He wore a deep red button up dress shirt with a black tie, as well as some black slacks. He had also gelled his hair back into some haphazzard spikes. "I decided to go...I just really hope Johann won't sick any more Slytherins on me..."

He trailed off, knowing how much Johann meant to Berii, and thought it would just be better to keep his mouth shut. Noticing she looked a little dizzy, he offered her his arm to hold onto.

"You look really nice," he told her softly, as he helped her through the porthole.

Raichu Master June 10th, 2004 5:05 AM

"I'm not going." I said Will after Karli left.

"What do you mean?" Will asked.

"Cassidy, and Andy are going to be there, and it will just cause problems. Not to mention Berii, I don't know if I could look her in the eyes again." I said swallowing hard.

"But you told Karli you would make things right. And your running away from your problems again. Stand up and face them like a man. You were once a care-free boy, cause you faced all your troubles and found solutions. Now your a coward trying to run away at every opertunity." Will said getting alittle irritated.

"I'll go, but only to make things right. Not to dance, I don't deserve to dance with Karli or anybody right now." I said getting up.

"That much I'll agree on." Will said plainly. We exited the hospital wing to get ready for the dance. I had been busy getting ready to face Cassidy, Andy, and Berii and wat to say to them. When I had that figured out I got dressed.

I was the first one done in the whole school so I went down to the Great Hall and waited nervously for everyone else. I can do this, I can face them......but it's just so hard, it's hard than facing Karli's dad. To be honest with myself, I'd rather be in a death match with Karli's father right now than face everyone and admit I was wrong. I thought as I looked at the decorations.

The next person in the Great Hall was Jane. She walked over to my trembling bady and asked, "What's wrong?" I told her what I did to Cassidy and Andy, and then replied, "You messed things up big time now, Johann."

"I know, I need help I can't do this alone." I admitted.

"My only advice to you now Johann is tell the truth. The quicker you do it the better you'll feel afterwards. I still can't believe.....well I could believe, you paid a slytherin boy to beat up Andy." She said.

"It was only one boy I paid, but the jerk brought along his buddies, it would have done more good to beat him up myself, cause as least I wouldn't have brought buddies to help me." I said.

"Maybe you should have, maybe you should have just left him alone." She said gently.

"I want to test his limits." I stated.

"He's only a first year, Johann. Berii could take down anyone quicker than he can." She said.

"Know what I hate about talking to you?" I asked seriously. She looked at me with a confused expression, "You're always right, you always seem to know what's best." I said smiling.

Jane laughed and gave me a friendly punch on the arm, "You big goof! You had me worried that you hated my guts!" She said laughing. "See this is the side you should show everyone! Show people what Karli, Berii, Will and I see in you! Show thenm your only a big goof and you only try to help, but end up messing things up."

There I realized exactly how selfish I was acting around Cassidy and Andy. I was acting more like a slytherin than a Ravenclaw. I smiled warmly and said, "I guess I wasn't being exactly nice to them was I?"

"No you weren't. You were acting like a slytherin!" She said laughing.

"Yeah that's what I just now realized." I said smiling. "I'm a Ravenclaw, not a slytherin."

"Right you are!" Jane said laughing.

Skye June 10th, 2004 10:04 AM

OOC: Andy and Cassidy are both second years, Raichu Master. ;) And the only reason Andy seems less than able to defend himself is because Cassidy can kick his butt!! Hehe....

IC: Cassidy was sitting down with Tim after a lot of dancing. While catching her breath, she looked around.

And then he came into the room.

Cassidy frowned slightly as Johann walked in, looking a little nervous. She looked away. There was no way she was going to cause problems and ruin everyone's good time. She tirned to Tim instead, and they started chatting.

OOC: I'll finish later!!

Raichu Master June 10th, 2004 12:15 PM

"Hey Tim." I said smiling. He smiled back and we both shook each other hands.

"I see you've come to apologize to Cassidy. Am I right, Johann?" Tim said laughing.

"That I have." I said nodding my head.

"Good man." He said reassuring me. Then he turned to speak to the both of Cassidy and me, "I'll leave you two alone." He said smiling. He then walked over and started talking to some other students.

I rubbed my hands together to warm them up, cause they suddenly got icy cold. "Where do I begin?" I said smiling, trying to make her at least smile. That didn't work so I sat down beside Cassidy, and stared at the dance floor for awhile. "The reason I paid that slytherin to beat Andrew up was because if he's going to fall in love with my little sister, Berii, then I had to make sure he could defend himself. I never intended him to be ganged up on, I only paid one, and told him to take care of Andy by himself. Should have known better to trust a Slytherin. Would have done better to deal with the matter myself, that it would. I just wanted to make sure he was capable enough protect them both. As you can tell I'm very fond of Berii and she's very much like a little sister to me, and I just wanted to make sure Andy was right for her. Guess I screwed that up, didn't I?" I said starting my apology. "I'm sorry for meddling in someone elses business, it was wrong. And if I had a chance to go back and change it, I would. But I can't and I regret what I have done." I said apologizing. "But I guess I should be apologizing to Andy and not you."

Keep going your doing good so far! Flame encouraged.

Thanks, I need some positive inoput. I replied. "Now for my apology to you." I said clapping my hands together and the rubbing them slowly. "I've acted like a jerk around you. I wasn't the nicest person to you. I acted like a Slytherin, which I definitly am not. Do you know what being in Ravenclaw means? It means your loyal and fun-loving and very adventurous, also your brave, bold, and very bone headed, yes, describes me quite nicely." I said sincerely. "Do you really want to know what Karli sees in me?" I asked not waiting for an answer. "I don't really know myself. But here's my guess, all though I may screw up big time, I always try my best in tight situations, like say apologizing. And even though I mess things up, I do it with the best of intentions, although I might not be needed." I explained adding alittle bit of scarcasim a times. "That's my guess, I'm not sure though, you might have to ask her..." I said as music started playing again.

"I know your probably still mad at me. But maybe, would you like to dance with me.....maybe?" I asked. I looked at her scowling face and I said, "Guess not....I'll just go hang out over there then." I pointed to where Will was sitting, "I'm truly sorry for the harm I caused you and your brother."

As I waslked away, Tim passed me and said, "How did it go?"

"Don't know, I did all the talking." I said doubtfully.

"I see." Tim said walking passed me and shaking his head in agreement.

I passed Andy too and I repeated the apology to him. Then after I was done, I said, "Now if you'll excuse me, i'll be sitting down now." I then sat beside Jane and Will and we started to chat about the apology and what Cassidy would probably think now.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 10th, 2004 12:44 PM

I saw Johann, and walked over to him.
"I saw you talking with Cassidy....how did it go?" I asked, pulling up a chair.

Raichu Master June 10th, 2004 1:02 PM

"I don't know, I did all the talking." I admitted. "I hope she forgives me." I added.

I then turned look at her, she looked very beautiful in the dress, and her hair was pretty as well.

What are you waiting for? Compliment her on her dress! Flame said excitedly.

I am! Don't rush me! I replied. I then turned my attention to Karli again and swallowed hard. "You look very beautiful in that dress, Karli. It looks very good on you." I said complimenting her on her dress. How did I do? I asked Flame.

Did pretty dang good for your first time, let's wait and see what she says about it. Flame said still very excited.

That's what I'm worried about, what happens if she doesn't like the compliment? I replied to his comment. I tryed not to act nervous, I did a pretty good job of it except for my hands twitching alittle bit.

Will looked astound that I complimented her, I don't think he took me serious when I said I would compliment her more.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 10th, 2004 1:06 PM

I raised a eyebrow.
"Thanks..." I said slowly.

Skye June 10th, 2004 1:08 PM

OOC: Whoa....holy power playing, Raichu Master....but it's alright this time I guess...though that wasn't how I was planning to have Cassidy react....erm...okay then....

IC: Cassidy watched Johann leave, still upset with him. He had apologized to her before, and broken her trust twoce. Needless to say, she was not planning on giving him another chance. He would have to prove himself to her. He would have to prove that he was as genuine as he claimed to be.

Tim distracted her with some more dancing, which she really enjoyed. Cassidy had never been one to dance, but somehow, Tim brought the dancer out in her. Despite all that had happened, she had to admit that she was having a good time.

A slow song came on, and Cassidy blushed, starting to walk towards the row of chairs against the nearest wall. Tim halted her with his hand on her arm.

"What? Am I really that scary?" he teased.

"Huh?" Cassidy raised an eyebrow, confused.

"Come dance with me," he said gently, smiling. "Please?"

"Oh..." Cassidy realized, and did not object as he pulled her back to the floor.

They started to dance, one of Tim's arms around her waist, and the other held her hand. Cassidy was glad that the light was dim, because she was blushing like crazy.

***

Andrew shook his head after Johann left. He didn't believe a word that guy said. How could he? Trust was a precious thing, not only to Andrew, but to his whole family. Trust grew deep from within him, and when it was broken, both he and Cassidy had a hard time trusting the one who broke their trust.

He sighed and looked at his shoes. He knew he was putting Berii in a tough spot, especially after what Johann had said about her being like a little sister. Looking over at Berii, his eyes dulling with deep confusion and sadness, he spoke from his heart, hoping she would understand.

"Berii, I'm really sorry," he told her, floding his hands. "I think....maybe I should step out of the picture for a little while, until this whole thing dies down with me and Johann. I am going to have a really hard time calling him a friend after what he did, and it is going to be even more diffecult to trust him again. And I know you two are really tight...and we've only really just met...but I really like you, and I don't want to ruin that by coming between you and your 'older brother.'"

He looked at her, a deep, overwhelming sense of sorrow coming over his expression. He looked like he was going to cry, but refrained by looking away quickly.

Raichu Master June 10th, 2004 1:12 PM

OOC: I only power-played once, and that's when I made your character have mad expression. And as for Tim, he's a NPC, meaning anyone can control him, Will is no longer a NPC cause I posted his profile at the beginning of this rp...But okay thanks for forgiving me! :)

Legendary_Pokegirl June 10th, 2004 1:18 PM

I drank some of my Butterbeer, and looked at the others.
"I dont think you should try talking to Cassidy again, until tommorow" I said to Johann.

Raichu Master June 10th, 2004 1:26 PM

She completely ignored my compliment! I yelled in my mind.

Calm down, and quit making asumptions. You don't know what she heard and what she doesn't want to say. Le'ts just see what happens.

I then turned my attention back to Karli. "Yeah I think it would be wise to avoid her. I don't think she quite trust me." I said. I then looked into her eyes and almost melted out of my chair if wasn't for me holding onto the chair with my hands. I tapped my feet to the music, and said, "Man....I should be out there having fun...but I have no one to dance with."

There you go, Romeo! Just play it cool! Flame said laughing in my mind.

"will you dance with me?" I heard Will say to Jane. Jane nodded and let Will lead her out to the dance floor, leaving me and Karli to talk.

Legendary_Pokegirl June 10th, 2004 1:29 PM

"Then why dont you ask someone?" I chuckled.


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