Fourteen Shades - AU HP RPG

"After all, to the well organized mind, death is but the next great adventure."

-J.K. Rowling

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Who: Fleur and Nikki
Where: Out and about the Village
When: Sunday 11/30
What: The girls are out on their rounds trying to help when Fleur gets injured.

( We will rise above by helping others rise )

( DELIVERED TO: Orion Black, Regulus Black, Sirius Black, Miles Bletchley, Amelia & Gideon Prewett, Edgar, Sally, & Emmy Bones, Susan Bones, Teddy Lupin & Charity Burbage, William Coburn, Liam Connolly, Peter Corner, Colin Creevey & Mary MacDonald, Dennis Creevey, Cedric Diggory & Analisa Montgomery, Albus, Kendra, & Arianna Dumbledore, Bee Dunstan, Mike & Cece Corner, Justin Finch-Fletchley, Autumn Flint, Merope Gaunt, Anthony & Rylan Goldstein, Gregory Goyle, Hermione Granger & Ron Weasley, Daphne Greengrass, Terence  )

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WHO: Draco & Fleur
WHERE: Draco surprises her at the Observatory.
WHEN: Backdated to Friday afternoon.
RATING: PG


With September still over a month away, Draco needed to find ways to occupy his time. The genealogist projects he received helped, but didn't take up as much time as the Peer Mentor position did. Healer Anderson always harped on him to "stay busy" so he was trying. It worked too. The more he forced himself out, the more he found he enjoyed it. The world wasn't as closed off to him as he suspected. He also found helping others made him feel better about himself. He could never right all the past wrongs, but he could lead a better life filled with kinder choices because that was how he wanted it. He wouldn't excuse his past, but he wouldn't remain a prisoner of it either. He only hoped his new liberation would last. He knew he was his own worst enemy, but sometimes it was difficult not getting caught up in wanting acceptance, which was impossible anywhere, but especially in a village suspended in time. Moving on was harder when people popped in from the most inopportune times. Some people understood that better than others.

Fleur was one of those people, which is why he missed her. He understood why she needed alone time, but when she wrote about that myth in her journal, he decided it was time to pop in for a visit. They had discussed visiting anyway, hadn't they? He wasn't going to give her a chance to change her mind so he just showed up where he knew he'd find her. They built the Observatory for the village, but it was still very much their spot. He was glad she enjoyed writing there.

"Oy, quit working so hard. You are making me look bad." He flashed a cheeky grin and held up a basket filled with food.

Who: Al and Fleur
When: Tonight
Where: Al's house to start
What: A visit
Warnings/ratings: Likely none/Low

( The world feels so big whne you're out in the wide open. It's like you don't have a place in it )

WHO: Ernie & Fleur
WHAT: Ernie checks in on an old friend.
WHERE: the bank
WHEN: Late Thursday afternoon.
RATING: PG

How many times had Ernie wished to leave? How many times had he felt like the village wasn't meant for people like him? Yet, despite feeling like he had little use in the place, he remained. He found solace in thinking maybe the village pulled him because he needed to meet Liam and finally started feeling like he had some ties in the place over the last few months. Then what happened? During his first few weeks in serving on the Governing Board, he managed to send home Rose and Draco. He knew what Cressida said about not shouldering the blame, but how could he not? How could they not? Like the twins before them, they were working with magic outside their control. Their reasoning for keeping the place going might have been good, but was it good enough when it tore friends and families apart regularly?

In the end, his feelings did not just stem from his sense of responsibility toward the villagers, but to the fact he lost a friend. He once thought he'd never have people like Draco, Pansy, and Daphne back in his life, but the village changed that. He knew he'd eventually have them at home again too, but when he was in the village and one of them was not, it was a cold comfort. He already felt like he only had a handful of close mates; he couldn't really afford to lose more. That was selfish, wasn't it? Fleur, Draco's kids, Myrtle, the Potter kids, Colin...they all needed him more. With that thought, Ernie tried to reach out to some via the journals before he headed to the bank. He didn't know if she noticed Pansy's journal yet, but, either way, he couldn't let his friend and longtime jogging buddy face more loss alone. "Fleur?" He called softly as he stepped through the doors of the bank. He saw no one else was there, which he was glad for. He didn't want to be around too many people. "Are you here?"

WHO: Draco Malfoy & Fleur Weasley
WHAT: Tonight is a big night, folks. Draco wants to say "I love you!"
WHERE: One of the islands.
WHENL Tuesday, all day.
RATING: PG - maaaaaybe their first fade to black. I said big night. Hopefully. Maybe. Musies never do what they are told.

Some of his mates would likely razz him for celebrating a three month anniversary, but Draco didn't care. He had been raised to treat the women he cared about with respect and adoration. Feur was no delicate flower, but he liked treating her as if she was a queen anyway. Oh, they still bickered, but that was the beauty of their relationship. They could debate without anger. They could disagree without fear of rejection. They could breathe when they were together. Their relationship wouldn't ever happen at home, but Draco was okay with that. He liked the future he heard about from his children and the Potters. He didn't fear it or wish it away. He accepted it while also realizing different village experiences made him fall in love with someone else. It didn't take away from who he would be or who he was; it didn't take away from who Fleur was or would be in her time either. He understood how it was difficult for some to understand or accept, but if their relationship didn't make them care any less about their future (or past) spouses and families, why should their relationship cost them their loved ones? It was complicated, sure, but life always was and Draco refused to bow to anyone who wanted to label him or Fleur as uncaring or different people. He was happy, damn it, and he wasn't going to let anything destroy that. Fleur was not his only source of happiness in the village, but she did have a huge piece of his heart now and he wasn't about to let that go. Still, the magic might have different plans. The magic might snatch either of them back at any moment or bring in a Bill who cherished Fleur or an Astoria who Draco saw his wife in and then what? They had to celebrate these moments before they were gone. And for that reason? He picked her up early Tuesday morning before surprising her with a magical tent on one of the islands. They'd be alone all day and night.

He made sure there was plenty of catered food from the fancy restaurant along with plenty of sweets and wine. As darkness fell, he also made sure the wireless played. He wrapped a blanket around both of them as they looked out over the water. "I love you." He wanted to say it a few weeks earlier, but chickened out. Now? It seemed right, but his stomach still churned. What if he was going too fast? Or she didn't feel the same?

WHO: Everyone!
WHAT: Masquerade Party!
WHEN: Saturday night
WHERE: Community Center
RATING: Medium to start?

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Who: Narcissa, Lucius & Draco Malfoy, Fleur Delacour, Bellatrix Black, Cressida Weasley, Myrtle Mallory, Evan Rosier, and Lilu Potter. (Possibly Polaris Malfoy and Charlie Weasley?). IC/OOC family thread.
What: Bellatrix and Lucius’ birthday dinner.
Where: Malfoy Manor.
When: Wednesday, Oct 16, 7pm

( Bellatrix and Lucius' birthday Dinner. )

( Box left on Fleur's doorstep, with a charmed bow )

WHO: Draco designed the party for anyone who is close to Greg, but the thread is open to wanderers who catch wind and want to say "happy birthday" to him.
WHAT: A birthday celebration!
WHERE: Strikes & Skates
WHEN: Slightly forwarded to the 27th because my eyes are closing and tomorrow looks hectic.
RATING: PG




Draco still really doesn't understand most muggle things. He has taken a liking to films and some muggle clothing, but that world still mostly remains a mystery to him. This is where Colin comes in. Besides, Draco may fancy Fleur, but Colin is always going to be his plus one too! Seriously, Draco needed Colin's help for this thing. Draco did his best to make this as close to a magic free evening for Greg that he could, but the poor boy doesn't know how to do much sans magic. He doesn't even know if Greg likes bowling, but he couldn't think of a more muggle like activity in the village. He did, however, try to keep it as simple as he could. He catered the food from Mike's Corner and ordered the cake from the bakery. He let Roxy make a sign and just hoped she didn't overdo it (he is not holding his breath, it is why he loves her, ha). His present to Greg included a book on management, a basket of alcohol, and a framed photo of Draco, Vince, and Greg (being the genealogist with access to photographs from varying times really comes in handy sometimes).

Draco took Fleur out to the Beau Mangerie for dinner to celebrate their one month anniversary. He later took her to the beach and presented the following gift thanks to Amelia:

SUMMARY: Mary is the manager of the bowling alley and skating rink, but she has no employees yet. She also had no idea such activities existed before she landed in the village. She spent time scouring On The Shelf and talking to those who understand muggle things (if this is you, please say so!) before opening tonight at 5:00 p.m. Since it is brand new, everything is in order, but it is entirely clear Mac is frazzled and doesn't feel comfortable running this place. Still, the girl knows how to party! Mike's Corner is providing free food (let's say if you want a certain food type, it is there for now), she hired DJs (music people, help please!), and she is open until eleven. Party on! IC/OOC

Who: Percy and Fleur
When: Friday, September 20, morning
Where: Percy & Oliver's House
What: Music appreciation!

( It's not much, but it works... )

( DANCE )

Who: Fleur and Evan
When: Late Saturday Night/Early Sunday morning
Where: Outside the bank
What: A 2am conversation
Warnings/Rating: TBD

( There is possibility in the darkness of the night )

Since most of the flowers and plants were killed, Draco made use of the garbage for Fleur's present. He transfigured broken glass into a pretty flower. He gave it to her last night during their beach outing (after Nate left).

( The earth laughs in flowers... )

WHO: Mike Corner, Merlin, & anyone 17+
WHAT: Eff demons, time for a little fun.
WHERE: By the lake.
WHEN: Tuesday 8 p.m. until laaaaate!
RATING: PG
NOTE: IC only please.


Mike told several people that he wanted a "I fought a demon and won" shirt, but that did not mean the hellish events didn't take a toll on him. Like others, he too remembered the Final Battle at Hogwarts. Going through a bloody war again had not been part of Mike's plans. Hell, the village was not in his plans, but no one got through life without a few hiccups. Still, the last week didn't just remind Mike of the war. No, the Wizarding War involved a man who used dark magic for evil. The Village War? What the bloody hell was that? Mike told himself it didn't matter. They defeated the damn thing. It was how he blocked out the memories of Alecto torturing him all those years ago. He boxed it up and pushed it deep down inside him. Of course, blocking dark memories was easier when alcohol was involved.

He spent the majority of the day scouring the town for booze. It was no easy feat considering the damage, but Mike saw the cans and bottles he found as a reward for cleaning up the blasted rubble, glass, dirt, and whatever the fuck else was around. By the end of the afternoon, he had a nice variety of drinks he used magic to duplicate, mix, and replenish. Mike Corner succeeded in NEWT potions for a reason!

He was reluctant to leave his brewing and mixing so when he noticed Merlin was only a few feet away, he seized the opportunity. He didn't know him too well, but Mike thought Merlin seemed like someone who was up for a party. "Hey, Merlin!" He called. Other villagers might have fawned over the medieval crew, but Mike saw them as just people. Some he liked, some he didn't. Who cared if they were from the past? Did everyone like all the future kids just because they were from the bloody future? No, Mike didn't think so. However, he thought Merlin might be up his alley. "I think it is time for a party, what do you say, mate?"

Who: Ginny Weasley and Fleur Delacour
What: Slowly recovering
Where: Alastor Moody's Home for the bewildered
When: Several Hours after the big baddie was killed.
Why: Because Ginny isn't up for journals but wants to do stuff.
Rating: Lowish. Expect some cursing.
Status: Complete

( And all our demons, they'll come for us one day. )