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The Mod Journal (unexpectedmod) wrote in unexpectedrpg,
@ 2008-07-25 22:34:00

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open, the ministry of magic

Who: Everyone, Open
When: July 11th, 2002
What: Celebratory Ball
Where: The Ministry Of Magic
Rating: We'll say PG-14
Status: Open / In Progress

OOC |-| Alright, this thread is pretty much open for the threads you'd like to create. Have fun and be creative. All I ask is that you keep all NC-17 posts until after. No shagging under the tables, on the bar, or in a broom closet. Also, I'd like most to stay at least until the small plot twist which will be posted later using this account. It will make things a bit more interesting in the game. Thanks!

The surroundings were absolutely gorgeous as people mingled in the ballroom located in the heart of the Ministry of Magic Headquarters. Jewels sparkled and all in attendence were dressed in their finest. From the CRWM's point of view it was a night of celebration, their attempts at creating a new and better Wizarding Community were well on their way and the future looked bright for all, both Muggleborn and Pureblood alike.

Despite the seriousness of the evening, Minister Kinglsey Shaklebolt was not in attendance. Instead, he had left a representative in his stead, who had taken a moment to address the crowd, speaking of the hope and a positive future. The message had various reactions throughout the crowd. Many were hopeful, but just as many were not impressed and it could be seen. The speech and formalities did not last for very long before the guests were left to themselves to mingle and have a good time. The music was started, the bar was opened, and waiters moved through the crowd carrying both drinks and orderves.

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summerbythesea
2008-07-26 06:38 pm UTC (link)

Standing over by the bar, he downed yet another glass of champagne. Perhaps it was bad form, but Daniel wasn't feeling overly social. He'd arrived with Su, but she'd been rather stiff. Even when they were getting ready at the apartment, she seemed off and even more quiet than usual. The guilt was eating at him and he excused himself shortly after they arrived making his way over to get a drink.

He'd spotted Tracy, but didn't approach as she was likely still mad at him. Daniel couldn't help but watch her though. She did look beautiful. He watched her horse around with someone he didn't recognize and almost stomped over there when he saw her fall. The boy looked suitably frightened of her though and he was sure she could take care of herself. So there he stood and continued to drink. He'd likely be drunk in another hour at the rate he was going. Daniel decided he needed something harder. "Firewhiskey," he told the bartender and continued to watch the crowd.

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tracecontrol
2008-07-26 11:03 pm UTC (link)

After the whole ordeal with Andrew, Tracey had spent the next half hour dancing with various guys and sipping on champagne. She had yet to lay eyes on her betrothed, though mainly her eyes kept landing on various other people. In particular she watched Su Li talking with one woman and noticed Daniel by himself. A lot of people were mingling, so it would not look too odd if she went to speak with him.

"Hello handsome," Tracey smiled as she snuck up behind Daniel, placing her hand on his back and giving him a kiss on the cheek. "I was afraid you'd never show up." She was still angry over what happened, but refused to give up on him. He couldn't hold out forever.

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	summerbythesea 2008-07-26 11:46 pm UTC (link)
	Daniel was halfway through his firewhiskey, a pleasant buzz running through him, when he heard Tracey's voice. He turned to look at her and smiled. "So you're talking to me then?" He had to admit he was a bit relieved even if it didn't solve his problem with Su. At least Tracey seemed agreeable. He raised a hand and grazed her cheek. "You look gorgeous as usual." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

tracecontrol
2008-07-26 11:49 pm UTC (link)

"Flattery really does get you everywhere." Tracey felt her body warm up when he touched her cheek. It was odd that of the many guys who touched her, he was the only one to create such a feeling. "I suppose I am talking to you now. I just hate having to compete with somebody so perfect and it just frustrates me. Especially since I know you two probably go to bed together as husband and wife." She pressed her lips together, pouting a bit.

"Excuse me, firewhiskey for me as well. Thank you." She forced a smile for the bartender and gave him a flirtatious wink when he returned with her drink.

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summerbythesea
2008-07-27 12:29 am UTC (link)

Daniel frowned at her remarks. Was she really going to bring this up here? When she ordered her drink, he asked for another and noticed her flirtatious wink at the bartender. "She sleeps in the same bed and that's it," he said flatly and finished off his first firewhiskey before picking up the next. "You're obviously not that heartbroken. I've seen you flirt with every other guy here." He tugged at his collar a little. He hated wearing these things and he was starting to feel warm.

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tracecontrol
2008-07-27 07:10 am UTC (link)

Well that was something new. Tracey just barely managed to hide her shock at his words. Was he jealous, bitter, or what? "Careful Daniel, you may just sound jealous." She turned to the bartender. "I think he's had enough. Please don't give him anymore." Giving a little smile she took her own drink and turned on Daniel.

"Half of the guys here are my friends. Half of them I have slept with. Now, if you have something to say you may as well say it now. Obviously you're drunk enough to do it." After the Brighton thing she fully expected him to tell her to go away. He had a wonderful wife and he didn't need her. Tell her everything was a mistake. No, she was damn well not going to act heartbroken.

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summerbythesea
2008-07-27 01:47 pm UTC (link)

Daniel downed the rest of his firewhiskey and put the glass down on the bar. "What if I am jealous? It's what you wanted isn't it?" He wasn't even sure where some of this was coming from. Daniel ran a hand through his hair. He shook his head. "I give you a hand, you want the whole arm. You say you want me, I say I want it to mean something, to feel right. I try to compromise and you get pissed at me. I'm sorry you just can't fuck me and get rid of me like half the guys here. I'm sorry I care about you. I'm sorry I like my wife enough to want to be able to tell her in a civilized fashion that I care about someone else without hurting her. Nothing I say or do seems to be good enough for you." He sighed and shoved his hands in his pockets. "I don't know what you want from me Tracey," he said softly. Daniel raised his eyes to hers, filled with hurt and frustration.

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tracecontrol
2008-07-27 01:58 pm UTC (link)

"Join the club." Tracey pressed her lips together, feeling hurt for the first time in a while. She was not used to this Daniel and was afraid of where this was heading. She downed her firewhiskey and stepped a bit away from him. "I want you to be like everybody else. I want us to sleep together and then we're done. If you do then I won't have to worry about this anymore."

Oh Salazaar, she was not about to cry. She did NOT cry. "I care about you. A lot. It hurts when I even think about the possibility of your wife finding out. Then you'll go with her because you love her and she's sweet, pretty, and innocent. I'll be left alone, worse than I was before meeting you. So if you're going to hurt me, I'd rather you just do it now."

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summerbythesea
2008-07-27 02:08 pm UTC (link)

Daniel looked at her shaking his head and frowning. "I'm not in love with her. Yes, I care about her. She's a great girl and she's been nothing but good to me. I don't feel about her, the way I feel about you."

He stepped forward and took her hand. "I don't want to hurt you. I care about you, Tracey. Why do you think this is so hard and completely frustrating? I took you to Brighton, not her." He finally looked around and a few of the other attendees were looking at them. He glared at them and looked at Tracey. "Can we go outside or something?"

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tracecontrol
2008-07-27 02:12 pm UTC (link)

"I'm sorry. I'm just not used to this. I don't even see why you would want me over her. I'm good to play with, but she's the one you should stick with." Tracey hated the fact that she was acting like a little girl. She was being emotional and it was appalling.

"Yes. Please." She didn't even notice the looks they were getting. Tracey was more concerned about her reputation and how it would be ruined further if she were to actually lose a tear. Not even waiting for him, she hurried towards the door.

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summerbythesea
2008-07-27 03:35 pm UTC (link)

Daniel followed her out, stealing a couple glasses of something very pink on his way out the door. "Here," he said quietly, handing it to her. "Look. You want to know why I want you? You're smart and beautiful and you have this amazing energy that just draws me in," he said softly, moving close to her. Daniel put a hand on her waist, standing close to her. "I like how I feel when I'm with you."

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	tracecontrol 2008-07-27 05:06 pm UTC (link)
	Tracey had the grace to blush as she took the drink from him. Amazing energy? Yeah. Right. Still, if he said he wanted her, and not just the usual want, then she was not going to give up on him. "Just don't hurt me, Daniel." She smiled and tilted her head, leaning in to give him a small kiss. "I care about you a lot." (Reply to this) (Parent)

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