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Ted Tonks (ted_isme) wrote in resurrectio_rpg,
@ 2008-12-23 20:39:00

Who: Ted and Tonks
Where: Tonks family home
When: Evening time
What: Tonksy is worried about her old man
Rating: DT for Dad/Daughter Time

Ted had spent the evening after dinner puttering in the kitchen. There was a mess spread out over the counters, flour and pots and bowls and chocolate chips strewn about. He was trying this recipe out for chocolate chip muffins. And now, with the batch in the oven, all the Tonks patriarch had was time to think.

And boy was there a lot to think about. His Dora went to go visit Narcissa, which Ted wanted to approve of and encourage with all of his heart. She was Dora's aunt, Andi's sister. He was supportive. And incredibly wary. With Narcissa's husband being who he was, Ted was still reserving judgment on the whole thing. But he was withholding it silently. Nevermind that though. Wiping over his face with a hand, the would-be Baker Man didn't even notice that he spread flour from his hand to his cheek. Instead, he smiled and thought on owling a batch of these to people. Just because.

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morphing_huffie
2008-12-23 10:59 pm UTC (link)

Tonks was still processing that her lunch meeting with Narcissa and Andromeda hadn't been terrible. She had expected terrible and she had wanted terrible, but she had gotten...an almost pleasant experience. She had only gone for Andi and Draco's sakes, but...

Was it so wrong to be curious? Tonks had spent years hating that woman for hurting her mum, but suddenly Narcissa Malfoy wasn't the enemy Tonks had believed. Still, Tonks remained wary, especially when it came to her father being subjected to them. Tonks didn't want to step foot into a room with Lucius Malfoy, but it seemed Narcissa had other ideas. Tonks couldn't miss Draco's party, but...she was still scared. Scared for herself, her mum, her dad...especially her dad.

So she had decided to drop in on Ted. She couldn't really talk freely with him at the castle, but their home...well, it always felt safe there. She muttered the familiar spells to break the wards and hopped through the floo. "Dad?" She called. "Dad, hey guess wh---oooph!" Why did she always trip coming out of those things? Why? "I'm o-- HEY? ARE THOSE CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS?"

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ted_isme
2008-12-23 11:07 pm UTC (link)

One could never miss the entrance of his daughter. He smiled broadly and peeked his head out of the kitchen, then came around over to find Dora. "Yes, sweetheart. Chocolate chip muffins." He confirmed, and smiled in amusement. "Your nose always was very keen for food. Especially of the sweet variety."

Laughing as he said that, Ted went over and hugged her. "Hello Dora. How are you doing?"

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morphing_huffie
2008-12-23 11:21 pm UTC (link)

Dora practically climbed into her dad. It didn't matter she was in her twenties and well past that stage; she was a daddy's girl and always would be. She also loved hugs from most anyone. "Daaaaad!" She kissed his cheek, laughing. "I can't help it if I like to eat! Would you rather I be one of this funny girls who don't?" She wrinkled her nose just thinking about it and slapped his arm playfully. "And I'm just fine! Just checking in on the old folks. How are you and Mum, hm?"

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ted_isme
2008-12-23 11:27 pm UTC (link)

He laughed again and wrapped his arms around Dora, picking her up and twirling her a little. Didn't matter that she was in her twenties; not at all. "I'd be incredibly sad if you were one of those funny girls. Your mother can't eat everything I try to cook."

Then he snorted a little, "Old folks. I think I'm wounded." Hand to his heart as he was making his way back toward the kitchen. "Come on then. And we're doing well. Mum is busy with plans with Narcissa."

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	morphing_huffie 2008-12-23 11:47 pm UTC (link)
	Tonks followed him and made a great effort to avoid any hitches in the rug. She really didn't want to land on her arse again. "I say it with love, Dad. With love." She winked, throwing herself into a chair at the kitchen table. "So, can I have one? Can I?" She made her eyes go wide just like when she was a begging little girl. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

ted_isme
2008-12-24 12:01 am UTC (link)

"Mind the chair legs," He warned with a smile. Since she had rocked in the chair before and landed ankles over tea kettle. With a flourish, Ted was pulling out the muffins the muggle way, with an oven mitt.

"As soon as they cool down, you can have one." Like he was going to be able to say no. The muffins were set on the table, teasing Dora with their smell. And Ted grinned because of it. "You just have to wait."

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morphing_huffie
2008-12-24 03:17 am UTC (link)

Tonks always found it peculiar Ted chose to do some things muggle style still, but it also endeared him to her even more. She also rather liked being exposed to both worlds. She couldn't imagine living in either and not knowing about the other. It seemed silly really. They all shared one world, after all.

"Oy, you." She rolled her eyes though she knew he was right to express that concern. She had fallen heads over heels there how many times? "A cooling charm? Please?" She smiled angelically.

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ted_isme
2008-12-24 11:56 am UTC (link)

"I say it with love, Dora. I say it with love." He laughed, repeating what she said about him and Andi being old.

Heaving a sigh, as if he was put out, Ted looked over. "Honestly. You're how old again?" But he always indulged her. And happily so. So he took his wand from the mess on the counter and pointed it to the muffins to cool them just enough. "So how was your lunch date? How is Draco doing?" He was also a little wary about Draco, but less so.

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morphing_huffie
2008-12-26 10:21 pm UTC (link)

Tonks took a big bite of her muffin, but nearly choked as Ted's questions spilled forward. He certainly got on with it didn't he? Grabbing a napkin, she dabbed at her mouth, eyebrows raising. "I...it was...different." Reaching out, she rested a hand over Ted's arm. "I'm still not sure what to make of it all. Well, her." She loved Draco; she wasn't sure when it had happened, but she did. Now Lucius she'd never try and get to know, but Narcissa...it was all very confusing.

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ted_isme
2008-12-26 10:55 pm UTC (link)

Thought tactful, Ted rarely beat around bushes. One never got answers being coy, after all! He chuckled when she reacted like that, but was ready to help in case Dora really was choking. "Something to drink, dear?"

Then he smiled lightly and brought his other hand over, patting the top of her hand before resting his there. "One step at a time, I suppose. She probably doesn't know quite what to make of the situation either."

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	morphing_huffie 2008-12-27 12:33 am UTC (link)
	Tonks shook her head to the beverage question, but then managed a smile for her father. "You are alright with this? Truly? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

ted_isme
2008-12-28 01:06 am UTC (link)

Given her a look, Ted smiled. "Of course I am, Dora." Alright, but worried. "I want you to know both sides, after all." Andi had been supportive and wanting enough to teach Dora the Muggle half of the world as well as keep his family in the loop of things. Ted would never begrudge her half of the family that.

It was just.."I worry. It was hard the first time around, and if something happened to hurt you or your mother..well, I'd have to get mean. And I hate getting mean." Reminded with a wry grin.

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	morphing_huffie 2008-12-28 11:04 pm UTC (link)
	Ted getting mean didn't seem possible. Oh, Dora had pushed his buttons time from time, but he always managed to handle her pretty calmly. "Oh, Dad." She smoothed some of her red hair over her shoulder, debating her next questions. Finally..."Dad...she wants you to come to Draco's...I don't know. Birthday and finishing Hogwarts thing." She bit her lip, waiting. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

ted_isme
2008-12-29 12:53 am UTC (link)

He smiled, laughing. "I know that tone.." Teased before she could get her question out. But when Dora did, he paused and lifted his eyebrows. Very high. "Does she, now?" Well. That was..surprising. But it was for Draco, whom he had gotten to know a little better while teaching.

So the brunette of the family was nodding, "I'll go. Though you and your mother will have to help me with a congratulations-slash-birthday present." Like he was going to say no.

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	morphing_huffie 2008-12-29 01:01 am UTC (link)
	Tonks had a hunch her dad would say that, but it made her uncomfortable. She loved Draco, sure, but risking her father? "Dad...at the Manor...with...with Lucius Malfoy? Are you sure it's wise?" It was ironic; hadn't her parents asked her that same question over the years? (Reply to this) (Thread)

ted_isme
2008-12-29 01:12 am UTC (link)

Thinking about it, he took a muffin and started eating as well. "I can't exactly hide away though, Dora." Pointed out with logic and a small smile.

"The reconnection is important to your Mum, and to you. And what's important to my girls is important to me." That stated, he nodded firmly. It was decided. Hesitant or not, Ted Tonks was going to see the inside of Malfoy Manor.

"By the way, you sound just like your mother with that question." He added with a wink.

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morphing_huffie
2008-12-29 06:17 pm UTC (link)

Squinting her eyes and wrinkling her nose, she shook her head hard. "Don't SAY that!" She looked under the table and around the room. "She could be hiding anywhere," she whispered.

She didn't let on that she was sort of relieved that Ted would be there when it came time to meet dear old "Uncle" Lucius. Narcissa might be genuine and Draco was wonderful, but Lucius Malfoy? She was quite certain he was a piece of scum.

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	ted_isme 2008-12-29 09:35 pm UTC (link)
	He laughed and smacked her hand lightly, "Nymphadora." Chastised playfully, then nodded and looked around conspiratorially. "She can be hiding anywhere." He looked back to his daughter, smiling broadly. "She's far better at hide and seek than you were. Since she's far more quiet." Teased. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	morphing_huffie 2008-12-29 10:04 pm UTC (link)
	Tonks gasped and grabbed her chest. "I was the BEST, Dad! BEST! Just for that I'm stealing another muffin." She stuck her hand out, pulling another muffin toward her. "If I still lived here, I'd be fat and then what would Remus think?" She laughed some more, feeling good about visiting. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	ted_isme 2008-12-29 11:07 pm UTC (link)
	"He'd think that you were the most beautiful fat girl he ever saw." He grinned and stood up, kissing the top of her head before moving to get some water for himself. "How is Remus doing? I've not seen him for a bit. Outside of working type things." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

morphing_huffie
2008-12-29 11:27 pm UTC (link)

She almost asked if he was going to nitpick about her love like Andromeda, but she stopped herself in time. There was no reason to spoil a good afternoon. "He's good!" Her face lit up like it always did when discussing Remus Lupin. "He's busy with the kids getting ready for their exams, but...I am not sure I've seen him happier. He deserves that." Merlin, did he deserve that.

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	ted_isme 2008-12-29 11:31 pm UTC (link)
	Ted turned after filling up the glass, smiling as he watched Dora. "Good. You should invite him here for tea sometime. I'll make sure your Mum plays nice." He winked a little. Thus, too, he could have a nice long talk with Remus about intentions and such with his ONLY daughter. (Reply to this) (Parent)