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Tweak says, "Why am I always Lois Lane?"

dominique "mini" weasley (miniweasley) wrote in landing_rpg,
@ 2008-07-21 19:52:00

who; Dominique Weasley and Phoenix Malfoy
when; October 21st, after classes
where; Outside the Great Hall and then the Hogwarts grounds
what; A walk
rating; TBA
status; In progress

After a rather confusing weekend -- or at least it looked confusing now, once she had stopped being in love with Jasper Finningan -- Dominique was glad to have her feelings back to normal; and to see that her real -- and secret -- crush was still there and hadn't changed. She really didn't know what had happened to her in the last forty-eight hours, but she hoped it never happened again.

Closing her journal after reading Phoenix's last comment, she got up from her bed and went to take a quick look in the mirror. She had to make sure she looked good before meeting Phoenix -- or any other boy for that matter. She brushed her hair with her fingers, smoothed her skirt and shirt, and she was ready to go.

It took her less than five minutes to reach the Great Hall, and now all she had to do was wait for him.

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miniweasley
2008-07-29 01:04 pm UTC (link)

Dominique nodde dhonestly. "A little bit, yes. But not in a bad way, though." She said with a smile, brushing a lock of hair away from her face. One had heard so many stories about the Malfoys, it kind of made anyone get an idea of them that might be wrong; like Phoenix had just proved to her. She had always though he would be one of those stuck-ups who didn't like girl playing on their team. But he had totally proved her wrong.

"I've heard of them." She said, looking up at him. Who hadn't heard of Scorpius?

She shook her head lightly as they made their way down. "It wouldn't be mysterious if I told you where we go, would it? Besides, didn't you know that curiosity killed the cat?" Dominique smile at him mischievously and once they were back on the ground, made her way out of the pitch; still holding his hand, though she hadn't realized of it yet.

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phoenixabraxas
2008-07-29 01:25 pm UTC (link)

Phoenix's eyebrows drew together in wonder as he looked at her. "How come?" he asked. He wondered if he projected himself as someone who liked the defenseless sort of girls? Wouldn't that be a bad thing? Not that he gave anything other people said into any real consideration. "My father admires my mother's strong nature. I suppose I got it from that."

It wasn't too much of a surprise to him that his siblings were quite known in school, so he acknowledged her words with a small, curt nod.

Phoenix could only smile admiringy at her comment. "Are you saying you have plans of killing me?" he asked then, amusement apparent in his tone. "Then lead the way, Dominique."

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miniweasley
2008-07-29 02:01 pm UTC (link)

Dominique shrugged lightly. "First wrong impressions, I think. But I glad I was wrong." She smiled at him. "So does my father. My mother is a very strong woman." And she admired her so much. "Maybe it's because she's French and part Veela." She chuckled.

She couldn't help but smile back when he smiled. He had such a nice smile; he should definitely smile more often. "Oh, I haven't thought about it. Maybe later if I find you too annoying." She said jokingly, chuckling lightly.

Just like he told her, she led the way out of the pitch and toward the only place they could go in the direction she was heading: The Forbidden Forest.

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phoenixabraxas
2008-07-29 02:34 pm UTC (link)

At this, Phoenix merely nodded and said nothing, having always been subjected to judgemental stares all his life and was by this time, too used to it to be bothered or surprised by it in any way. When the other had mentioned she possessed veela blood, he looked at her as if in wonder. "Veela blood?" he asked, though wondered why he was suprised given she had the trademark pale features of one. "I hope this might not be too bold for my to inquire..." A pause. "But have you ever used your veela powers for evil?" His expression remained as passive as ever, not giving away the fact that he was kidding immediately, until he finally smiled.

"Then I suppose I would have to find out jus how far I can push you without taking you too far." Phoenix joked, then looked at her sidelong. After a few moments, he found her leading him through an unfamiliar path, then not too long after, he found the twoof them entering the Forbidden Forest. "Nice choice." he commented, his hand tightening protectively just a little against hers. "I heard the scenery is quite pleasant here during the spring. I should build a summer home in this location, surely..."

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miniweasley
2008-07-29 03:18 pm UTC (link)

"Mhm," she replied with a nod. "My great grandmother was a Veela." She said proudly. She loved it that there was Veela blood in her family; it made feel special -- noy to mention incredibly beautiful. "It's not too bold and just when I'm too lazy to do my homework." She answered, a smile appeared on her face a few seconds after she spoke letting him know that she was also joking. She didn't like to use the Veela in her to get the attention of boys; it wouldn't be real. She wanted boys to like her for her, not because of some atraction that she created.

"Thank you." She smiled happily at him as the entered the forest. Her cheeks blushed lightly when she felt his hand tightening a little against hers, though she looked away and pretend to be looking around so he wouldn't see. "Oh yes. And the neighbours are quite charming." She chuckled softly, looking back at him.

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phoenixabraxas
2008-07-29 04:01 pm UTC (link)

"I find that completely fascinating." Phoenix said, more than mildly curious now. "Does this mean you consider it as cheating if you did use your Veela charms?" Their hands swung lightly between them, and for a second, Phoenix looked at their linked fingers with surprise, almost as if it was only then that he realized what was happening. He looked away, however, before she turned to him. "Which you have claimed you haven't, is that correct?"

"Quite. Friendly folks, I've heard." Phoenix agreed with a solemn nod. "And the view. Nothing in comparison to Venice, or Paris." he stated. It was darker then, which he found quite strange since it was so clearly sunny before they entered the forest, and there was that lingering feeling crawling over his skin that left him slightly unsettled. His doubt and hesitations never showed, however, and he continued to walk beside her, thought he did pull her towards him protectively. "It would be a good investment, don't you agree, Miss Weasley?"

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miniweasley
2008-07-30 06:11 am UTC (link)

He found it fascinating? Really? Dominique had never came across anyone who found the Veela charms fascinating and ask her about them. They just wanted her to use them on them - males, obviously. "I think so. The Veela blood in me it's part of who I am but it'd still be wrong if I used it to cheat or get some boy's attention... And yes, it's correct." She said with a nod.

"Yes. Paris surely doesn't have a dark and mysterious," -and slightly spooky- ,"feeling like this place does." Anyone who entered the forbidden forest was bound to feel some fear. It was dark, creepy and the mere thought of all the dangerous creatures that lived in it give you goosebumps. BUt even if Dominique might be a little scared, she was brave and wasn't going to let a forest scare her. She wasn't a Gryffindor for nothing, after all. But when she noticed how he pulled her closer to him, she did feel a little more relaxed and protected. "A very good investment, yes." She smiled, chuckling lightly.

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phoenixabraxas
2008-08-04 11:44 am UTC (link)

Phoenix remembered being told when he was very young that there were rumors of hybrid blood popping in and out of the Malfoy Family tree through the years, though this of course was something he didn't look too much into. It was interesting however, he thought as they navigated their way through the uneven soil, the thought of possessing extraordinary abilities beyond the capacity of a normal wizard. "That's admirable. Some people would have probably used such abilities to their advantage. Can someone tell if you're using them though?"

"Too true." he agreed with a nod. "Might have some protests from my father, considering even he had warned me against the forrest, though I don't see how he could possibly summon such hatred for such a fabulous place." They had passed through thick vined tree trunks until they had stepped into a clear landing. Phoenix was about to start walking again, when he stopped. PInk lips opened slightly in an O of surprise atthe sight before his eyes. In the far distance, through the cluster of trees was a unicorn, a creature with skin that was white as winter, and almost glowed in the slight darkness. It was beautiful. His hand tightened against hers, as if silently requesting her to stop and stay silent. "Tell me I'm not the only one seeing this." he whispered.

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miniweasley
2008-08-04 01:02 pm UTC (link)

"Oh of course. I'm quite sure my great grandmother used it to marry my great grandfather." Dominique laughed softly, her cheeks blushing pink. She paused for a moment to think, a small forwn appearing on her beautiful features as she pondered his question. "I'm not sure. But I think they can't tell, at least not while it's working. I don't know about later, thought." She was enjoying all those questions; she had never thought too much about her Veela charm, just that it was there and she could use it whenever she pleased. Those questions made her think of how it worked and its effects on other people.

"My father never warned me agaisnt it, just to be careful. There are dangerous creatures here after all. But I think if we don't disturb them they shouldn't disturb us, am I not right?" She was loking around as they walked, taking notice of the different shape of the trees and any creature that could move through them. She was about to take another step when she felt Phoenix's hand tighten around her. She turned to him with a curious expression on her face and opened her mouth to ask what when she followed his line of vision and she saw it. The most beautiful creature in the word was right in front of them and oh Merlin, it was just perfect. "You're not." She said, almost mouthing the words instead of whispering them.

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phoenixabraxas
2008-08-04 01:18 pm UTC (link)

Phoenix laughed lightly when she had spoken of her grandmother. "Does he know she used them?" he asked. "I wouldn't be too sure how someone would feel about falling in love with someone that way. It wouldn't seem right..." If he would be asked how he would feel if such powers would use on him, he would feel violated. "Not to judge anyone or anything." he added.

"I suppose you're right. If I were a creature in these woods I wouldn't truly care if someone wanted to have a look around. What I would mind is if they started aggravating me in any way. So yes, you're right. It's all about give and take."

His breath was literally taken away by the sight before him. Never had he seen something so beautiful that he was left humbled, and felt as if he was even undeserving to see such a thing. When she assured him she also saw the creature, he was relieved At least he wasn't crazy. He took one step forward, intending on getting closer for a better look, when his foot suddenly stepped on a twig, snapping it in half, a crisp sound that echoed through the still forest. His eyes casted down for barely a second, but when he looked up, the creature was gone. "I... I'm sorry." he said, though he wasn't sure what he was apologizing for. "Did you see where it went?"

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miniweasley
2008-08-04 02:31 pm UTC (link)

She shrugged, chuckling softly. "I have no idea." She replied. "Oh, I feel the exact same way. If a boy falls in love with me, I want it to be because he loved the real me, not whatever the Veela charm made him believe to love. It'd be a very empty relationship if it was solely based on the powers."

She smiled at him and gave him a little nod. "Exactly."

Domonique was truly mesmerized by the unicorn. She had always heard Veelas were the most beautiful creatures in the world, but they were worng. The white and silvery creature before them was much more beautiful than any Veela. And much more breathtaking. She jumped lightly when the twig snapped, turning to Phoenix to see what had caused it. And she when looked back, the unicorn was gone. "I didn't... But I guess it went deeper in the forest." She replied. "Wow, I've never seen anything so beautiful." She said with a smile.

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phoenixabraxas
2008-08-04 04:32 pm UTC (link)

Phoenix nodded lightly in response to her words. "As would I." he admitted.

Phoenix was suddenly filled with an unexplainable feeling of regret, though it was diffcult to pin point why exactly. Perhaps if he had not been greedy for a closer look, he would perhaps be gazing at the beautiful creature now. Another concern for him was ruining that moment for his companion. who seemed as if she was as stunned and humbed as he was. His gaze drifted to her when she spoke. "Perhaps." he said, his lips forming a straight line, though corners of his mouth upturned when she smiled at him. "It was." Suddenly, he felt a bond between him and Dominique, one that was thin and fresh but he could tell it was there. He wondered distantly if she felt it too. "Do you believe the unicorn was trying to tell us something?" he asked. "I have heard those creatures do not show themselves so readily to humans."

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miniweasley
2008-08-04 05:21 pm UTC (link)

Phoenix shouldn't be worried about ruining the moment for Dominique. Sure she would've loved to look at the unicorn longer, even get closer to touch it (they did prefer a woman's touch after all); but she was happy with what she had got and she wasn't going to complain. On the contrary, she would owl her mother as soon as they were back at the castle to tell about what they saw.

Yes, she had felt that bond too. She had been fleeing something was happening between them as they walked and talked, realizing they had a few things in common, similar ways of seeing things and just a good conversation; but it was now more evidently to her. "Oh, maybe. I believe nothing happens by coincidence; there's always a reason behind it. Sometimes it's clear to us and other times we have to think and work hard to figure it out; but there's always a reason."

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phoenixabraxas
2008-08-05 03:41 pm UTC (link)

Even as Dominique smiled brghtly at him, Phoenix could not help but feel embarrassed of his actions still. Though of course, this was something he couldn't allow himself to show. Gently, he released her hand on his side, then moved to pocket his hands in his robes instead. He kept their closeness however, just because he wouldn't want the other to suspect or notice something was wrong. Her words however, caught his attention and his face turned slowly towards her. "I agree with that." he said, nodding his head slowly. "It might not make sense why the things occuring now are happening, but in time we will come to understand why. And perhaps in time we would discover why the unicorn showed itself to us." He wondered distantly if it would have showed itself to him if he were wandering in the forrest alone, or if it would be the same if she were alone as well.

After expelling a long sigh, Phonix's gaze returned to the path behind them. "Do you think we should head back?" he asked, turning back to her. "I hope your skills in navigation are superb, just incase the woods decide to play a trick on us..."

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miniweasley
2008-08-06 06:08 pm UTC (link)

Dominique felt a sudden loss when he let go off her hand. After being warm and protected in his, she could feel the light cold breeze in it and she did not like it. However, she did not showed her true feelings either and focused of the fact that he was still close to her. "Exactly." She replied with a smile. It was so good to know that someone else shared her view in that matter. "We will know exactly what the unicorn was trying to tell us when the right time comes. We just have to be patient."

She shrugged lightly at his question. "I suppose so. We do need to go to the kitchens so you eat something." She said with a small smile. "Oh, don't worry. I know the way back." She grinned, turning around and starting to walk back to the castle, not walking away from him.

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phoenixabraxas
2008-08-08 12:37 pm UTC (link)

When she had agreed, Phoenix nodded once before gesturing towards the path through which they came. He had moved behind her, a protective hand poised by her back, but not exactly touching. It was a protective gesture- one that was meant to make her feel safer in such a dark gloomy place- though he could see she was the sort of woman who was more than capable of taking care of herself. "That sounds good, though..." he trailed off, taking a small peak at the watch linked to a chain inside his pocket. "I might have to wait until dinner." he said, looking down at her. "Should I walk you to your dormitories?" A most inviting smile.

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