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Theodore Nott (fiadornott) wrote in pandorarpg,
@ 2012-01-22 21:50:00

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!status: complete, ^date: november 12 2003, character: percy weasley, character: theodore nott

Who: Theodore and Percy
What: Saving Percy from his curses
Where: Percy's flat
When: November 12, 15:30
Rating: Likely worksafe

Theodore made it promptly to his 3:30pm appointment at Percy Weasley's flat, a briefcase in tow with the usual tools, potions and books to get started. It has been awhile since he had received a request for service from someone had claimed to be cursed themselves, but he figured that it was just as good of a challenge as any. And in any case, seeing that there aren't many people who are willing to subject themselves to the degree of risk one assumes while working in this profession, he would be able to charge enough to even make a false-alarm visit worthwhile. Not as much as a real one, but enough.

Theodore had decreased his work hours over the past few days--taking up fewer contracts, especially the lower paying jobs involving the removal of magical creatures--due to Tracy's condition and had figured that it may continue for at least the next little while. A job like this should be worth a bit, once one factors in the difficulty of the job and desperation of the customer. Curses on oneself typically were very distressing. In a way he thought of the spots and 'dreams' being something similar to a curse, and had taken to investigating them in a similar way in his spare time--oftentimes the early hours after he's managed to gather himself after the dreams. Maybe it'd be about the spots and 'dreams'?

He mused over the changes in his habits and what would be required to make it work, as he knocked on the door of Percy's flat and waited for the response.

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fiadornott
2012-01-23 05:32 am UTC (link)

"Alright then. People typically do have trouble realizing the actual gravity and potential risks of curse removal. I'm glad to hear that you have a good knowledge of such risks," Theodore said, as he fished through the briefcase and took out a couple of waivers to be signed. Upon finding the proper ones, he quickly skimmed through, and updated it in a couple of areas.

"I can't guarantee that all of your problems will be solved with curse removal; people still die, and we all suffer from maladies. But I do understand that you want to do all that you can for your loved ones."

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youngestmformev
2012-01-23 06:08 am UTC (link)

Percy nodded, taking the papers that were handed to him and reading them over, familiar enough with legalese that he understood them quite well. He then signed where indicated.

"My concern is for more than my loved ones, Mister Nott. I'm Senior Undersecretary to the Minister for Magic. If this curse continues to act as it has, then the Minister himself might be an unwitting victim. Thus far, he is the only one of my bosses that has yet to meet an unpleasant end. You can most certainly understand my concern, and my willingness to do whatever is in my power to protect my family, and the head of the Ministry."

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fiadornott
2012-01-24 03:35 am UTC (link)

"Understandable, and it is most certainly the most responsible thing to do given your position. I'm glad to hear that there are still some who have the courage to take their careers and relationships seriously," Theodore said, collecting the papers back and scanning where necessary to find the signatures. Upon finding that everything was in order, he did a simple copying spell, handing over one of the copies to his client and the other to his suitcase.

"Now I should have the time to start with the preliminary assessments today, and I'll likely have to return at another time with more specialized equipment and having done a bit of additional research on the curse--or curses that affect you," Theodore explained the standard practice. "I should be able to return in a couple of days to begin the second phase. If I can determine what it is that day and it isn't something terribly complex, I may be able to work on lifting the curse that day or soon afterwards."

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youngestmformev
2012-01-24 03:42 am UTC (link)

Percy accepted his copy of the contact graciously. "Thank you. If you could let me know before we meet next what I owe you for your services, I will be able to pay a visit to Gringotts to acquire the necessary funds."

That said, he felt a calm come over him, as if actual doing something toward solving this dilemma had relieved him of a heavy load. "Is there anything further we need to discuss, Mister Nott, or are you ready to begin?"

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fiadornott
2012-01-24 04:31 am UTC (link)

"Indeed," Theodore said with a nod. "I do warn you that this can get quite costly. Depending on the type of curse and the risk associated with its removal. After this initial appraisal and research I should be able to offer you a detailed estimate prior to the next appointment."

"If you would acknowledge that much, I should be ready to begin," he said, as he started to pull out a few magical devices.

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	youngestmformev 2012-01-24 04:38 am UTC (link)
	"I am not without resources," he replied with a nod. "I am aware and acknowledge as such." He waited patiently as various items were removed from the young man's case, anxious to find out what they were and how they would help. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

fiadornott
2012-01-24 05:04 am UTC (link)

"Alright then," Theodore said, having found what he was looking for. He took a glance at his Sneakoscope within the suitcase, and noticing no deception had discreetly tucked it back into the corner before turning his attention to other devices.

"If you take this in one hand for a few minutes, this piece of spelled amber should detect any superficial spells, jinxes and curses. Anything that is poorly hidden should be picked up, but if it is as you report, it may be that we'd have to dig a bit deeper. Which is why one wouldn't typically do one test alone." He explained as he handed the stone to Percy and reached for a phial filled with a silvery solution and a smaller silver knife.

"And if you can extend your hand--this will pinch just slightly--but I'll need three drops. It would likely determine if there is a curse that directly affects your kin. But it can occasionally be read to determine whether there are other curses."

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youngestmformev
2012-01-24 11:57 pm UTC (link)

Percy appreciated how Nott took the time to explain each of the tests, rather than simply doing them as if Percy weren't really there. He paid them great attention - perhaps he could even speak with Bill about them at some point, at least in a theoretical sense.

He took the stone in his hand, almost expecting to feel some sort of tingling as it did its work, but he felt nothing. His eyes fell on the knife and he flinched. He knew this was necessary, but he didn't have to like it. He, however, extended his free hand to be pricked, treating it as little more than what would occur in the process of a healer's examination.

"I believe a small prick should do - I am unfortunately a profuse bleeder."

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fiadornott
2012-01-25 05:17 am UTC (link)

"It does sound like a rather distressing curse," he said. "I suppose it is a mild discomfort for greater peace of mind."

Theodore himself wasn't particularly fond of blood, hence the small sample--or the least amount necessary to elicit whatever reaction. He wordlessly performed a cleaning spell on the blade that only manifested itself in a puff of steam before he deftly drew the knife across a finger. The open phial between his other fingers as he counted the drops before closing it, swirling it twice, and putting it back into the suitcase. "It should complete be heated for a short period after sitting for a few hours." He had an idea of the preliminary reading though as it turned a deep blue. There wasn't anything detectable going on. He'd probably have to process it further, but there wasn't likely anything going on. He had considered that before taking out his wand to heal the wound and moving to the next item.

"May I see the stone?" He asked, figuring that it would be about time to see some sort of reaction. "How are you feeling right now?"

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	youngestmformev 2012-01-25 05:27 am UTC (link)
	Percy winced at the cut but still managed to hold himself still. He nodded, not quite knowing the steps but accepting what was told to him. He opened his hand to reveal the stone. "I'm feeling the same as I have the last hour," he replied. "Should I be feeling something different?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	fiadornott 2012-01-25 05:32 am UTC (link)
	Theodore looked back at the Dictaquill, which was still writing down responses. "Amber test neutral," he said to the quill, which wrote it down as he collected it into a silk bag without touching it. "Nothing is making itself immediately clear, but this should be enough information for me to figure out what--or whether anything should or can be done." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	youngestmformev 2012-01-25 05:37 am UTC (link)
	Percy nodded, feeling slightly disappointed that there were no answers yet, but knowing quite well that there were processes that needed to be followed in order to proceed correctly. "I understand. As someone who deals with Ministry bureaucracy on a regular basis, I am familiar with the need to wait for results. Is there anythig more you require?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	fiadornott 2012-01-25 05:48 am UTC (link)
	"No, that should suffice for now," Theodore said as he packed the Dictaquill and parchment into the suitcase and closed it with a crisp snap. "I will get in touch with you once I get enough information to know how to proceed with either more tests or a method of removal. Do you have any further questions, Mr. Weasley?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	youngestmformev 2012-01-26 03:24 am UTC (link)
	"No, you have explained everything quite well. Thank you." Percy stood and held out his hand for a handshake. "And thank you again, Mister Nott, for coming on such short notice. Rest assured, it is very much appreciated." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	fiadornott 2012-01-26 04:06 am UTC (link)
	"You're welcome," Theodore said, shaking Percy's hand before heading towards the door. At least this should bring in a tidy sum for the next little while--if there was a curse to be removed. Of course the inital scan didn't seem to reveal anything, but there may be something there. Or it could just be that this man suffered from what was simply just bad luck. (Reply to this) (Parent)

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