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Tweak says, "awwwwww"

Mikael Romeo (mikael_harper) wrote in unexpectedrpg,
@ 2008-06-30 18:40:00

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asteria greengrass, draco malfoy, mikael harper, open

W H O: Draco Malfoy, Mikael Harper & OPEN
W H E N: Monday, June 16th, 9 PM
W H E R E: starting at the Devil's Lair
W H A T: Pub Crawl
R A T I N G: E for Everyone.
S T A T U S: In Progress

For once Mikael was early instead of fashionable late and promptly decided that this was something worth celebrating. Leaning against the bar he ordered a double shot of whiskey before his eyes scanned the crowd. Considering that it was Monday evening there were quite a lot of people and Mikael enjoyed the steady flow of conversation around him. He'd gotten off work early today and actually managed to grab an hour of sleep and a proper meal before getting ready for the night. Tonight's choice of clothing was on the more colourful side. Blue washed-out jeans, tight red t-shirt, black cardigan and orange scarf. What to say, Mikael was in a good mood tonight.

Downing his first shot of whiskey his eyes wandered to the door as he grew just a bit impatient. Waiting was one of the things he didn't like at all.

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malfidus
2008-06-30 01:56 pm UTC (link)

It took Draco a while to get ready for the night ahead of him. He didn’t know what to expect by suggesting a night out on the town with Harper, but it was better than dwelling on his situation. Anything was better than the silence of his house and the horrid thoughts of actually having to go through with what the Ministry insisted. The big hand of the clock had just hit ten to nine before Draco slammed his front door behind him. His parents were out somewhere together for three days – probably to escape the drama surrounding their son – but the excuse they gave was that his mother was feeling a little claustrophobic in the house. It looked like the Slytherin Alumni was dressed for a funeral, black shirt, white tie, long black coat. The only informal clothing he wore was his black jeans and even they looked as though they had been ironed to an inch of their life.

A pop echoed down the silent path as Draco apparated to the front door of the Devil’s Lair, the gathering place for the pub-crawl. Before he left the house he had noticed Mikael’s little invitation but didn’t think much of it – he doubted many people would join in on the fun and he didn’t mind if people did. Company was company. However, this picture didn’t include Katie. In an instant he recognised the blonde mop of hair sat at the bar and walked calm paces towards his companion.

Even though his feet were taking him in the direction of Mikael, his eyes were straying across the pub for any interesting people. By interesting, Draco meant good looking, and by good looking, he meant someone he could get his one drop of happiness out of before he was doomed for the rest of eternity. “Strongest drink you have.” He grumbled his request and sat next to Mikael without greeting.

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mikael_harper
2008-06-30 02:05 pm UTC (link)

A smirk played around Mikael's lips when the door opened and Draco Malfoy entered the pub, looking like he was going to hex the first person who'd cross his way. That was to say, he looked as he always did. Leaning back in his chair Mikael downed the rest of his drink, relishing in the burning of his throat and the warmth the whiskey left behind. Setting the glass down forcefully he winked at the bartender.

"Keep those coming, will you?"

Turning around a bit Mikael stared at Draco, the corners of his mouth curling into a grin.

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malfidus
2008-06-30 02:37 pm UTC (link)

“What?” Draco turned just in time to see the blondes lips tug into a grin. Some said smiles were contagious, but not for Draco. Not today, anyway. In return, he just frowned. Now that he was sat comfortably at the bar, Draco shrugged off his coat and flicked it on the back of his chair, making sure that it didn’t touch the floor before he reverted his attentions to Mikeal.

“How long have you been here for?” He finally asked, nodding in thanks to the bartender who slid his drink across the wooden surface. Draco didn’t care much for the answer, but it was a conversation starter – and he needed conversation. Draco straightened his shoulders out and held the glass in his hand, swirling the liquid (which amused him for all of two seconds) around before chugging it back in one swift movement.

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mikael_harper
2008-06-30 02:50 pm UTC (link)

"Damn Malfoy, your patience is growing thinner and thinner. I remember times when I could stare at your for five minutes before you snapped," Mikael shook his head in amusement.

"Not too long, actually. Decided to have a drink in order to celebrate that for once I was early and not late. Awesome, huh?" Mikael reached over the bar and took the glass and the whiskey bottle from the bartender with a charming smile.

"I'll take that, thank you."

Pouring himself another generous drink he sat back again with a satisfied sigh.

"So tell me, why don't you go off and marry Pansy? Would make you happier and she wouldn't have to poison Wood."

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malfidus
2008-06-30 04:34 pm UTC (link)

Malfoy gave an arch of his eyebrow to the other male and shook his head, a picture of disbelief painted on his features. “I’m also far more controlled. By now, had we been back at school, I would have punched your nose in.” Or found someone else to do it for him, he had fingers to keep straight and unharmed.

“Yeah.” If Draco counted the amount of times the guy said awesome he’d be even richer than he was to this day. “How many drinks do you plan on having here before we move on?” he poured himself a new glass of alcohol and spent the next couple of seconds scanning the room for talent. If she saw anyone he liked, he’d be more inclined to down a larger quantity of drinks. “Actually, are we even expecting anyone else?” If not, then he’d drink for all the people they were missing.

For a moment Draco contemplated ignoring the latter question and his lips pursed quickly. It was a fair comment; however Draco didn’t like the sound of marriage at all – no matter if it was with a friend. “I don’t want to marry at all, not yet. Besides, where is the fun in that?”

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mikael_harper
2008-07-01 01:57 am UTC (link)

"You never punched my nose in. That would've been work and everyone knows that Draco Malfoy doesn't work," Mikael replied cheerfully, downing another shot of whiskey.

"How many? As many as it takes," He shrugged, eyes scanning the crowd again. "Tia said she'd drop in, but I have absolutely no idea if anyone else is going to come. Not that I care, their loss not ours." Another shrug.

"Ah, I know what you mean. Always knew I had to eventually settle down with a woman, but not like this. Stupid ministry." Mikael pouted, deciding that in order to conquer his misery he had to pour himself an extra generous drink.

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othergreengrass
2008-06-30 06:13 pm UTC (link)

Despite having told Mikael that she would stop in, there had been almost two hours where she had actually convinced herself that she would stay home. It couldn't possibly be good for her health to go out yet again, not to mention the terrifying incident that had occurred previously. More then anything, she didn't want something like that to happen again. Her poor heart could only take so much.

It had actually been a fire call from her Mother that had convinced her to go out. The woman had called to find out why her and Daphne were being snippy with each other and to rant about the current marriage dilemma. If for no other reason, by going out she would be avoiding another such call. She didn't want to deal with that anymore then she wanted to hug Kingsley's Shaklebolt.

Having taken her time to get ready, she'd eventually entered the pub that Mikael had mentioned starting at. She hadn't been worried about missing them for she knew all of the boy's favourite spots. It would have been relatively easy to track them down. Thankfully, she spotted both Draco and Mikael when she stepped into the first establishment.

"This is some party you've got going here, boys."

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mikael_harper
2008-07-01 02:03 am UTC (link)

Turning around when he heard Asteria's voice Mikael's lips curled into a grin.

"Now if that isn't Slytherin's very own princess, gracing us with her presence. I am honoured, very very honoured." Alright, maybe drinking that much whiskey in such a short amount of time hadn't been the very best of his ideas. "I am SO glad you came, you know? Besides, you promised me you'd dance with me and one has to keep a promise, right? Right. Good we have that one settled now."

Leaning back a bit he waved for the bartender.

"Two martinis for the lady."

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othergreengrass
2008-07-01 10:33 am UTC (link)

"Make that a Long Island, and only one." She corrected, before the bartender got to far into making the drinks. Martini's, she thought not. She still had to work tomorrow and the very last thing she needed was to attempt going through ridiculous amounts of paperwork with a headache.

"I never want to see another martini again in my life." he muttered, shaking her head. "And don't you dare think you're getting me intoxicated...again! I've come to simply brighten up some of the gloom that the Ministry has brought down on us. Don't ask me how, I'm still plotting."

Thanking the bartender when he came back with her drink, she glanced over to Draco. "Feeling any better, Draco?"

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malfidus
2008-07-02 04:33 pm UTC (link)

Yeah, the Ministry were more than stupid. They were out of their bloody minds. Just what was running through their heads when they picked out who Draco had the pleasure of spending his life with. Did they want him to commit suicide or even worse, homicide? Because he probably would if he could be bothered. It made him cringe and shiver everytime his mind pondered on the subject. Which was pretty much every ten minutes.

Draco wrinkled his nose in distaste as once again, an image of Katie flew through his mind. Last time he had seen her was back at school and even then he didn’t think of her to be a very present looking girl. Draco just had high standards. He titled his head to Asteria and took another swig of his drink – that was how it felt. Speechless, depressed and ruddy pissed off still. “Not really.” He offered a verbal response and went back to tipping the rest of the glasses contents down his throat. “How about you?” It took a great deal of effort for Draco to remember he wasn’t the only person going through the Ministry’s shit at the moment. To him, he was suffering the most, but it didn’t mean others weren’t suffering either.

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	mikael_harper 2008-07-02 04:38 pm UTC (link)
	"Ah, I know all about that one. I said it about whiskey and vodka and Long Island and Cosmos and pretty much every other drink out there. You'll get back to it, trust me," Mikael grinned happily. "I never got you intoxicated, that was all your own doing, princess. Besides, you have to dance with me tonight so better drink a bit." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	othergreengrass 2008-07-02 07:12 pm UTC (link)
	"What are you trying to say? I can't dance unless intoxicated?Because you know if you are I'm going to have to hurt you." she responded, raising her eyebrow to Mikael. "I'm alright, I suppose. Just trying not to have a nervous breakdown every time I think about living with someone I barely know." she responded, with a sigh. "I'm sure you know how that's working out." (Reply to this) (Parent)