The Fan Fiction theme prompt was about a party organized at Hogwarts. Dumbledore didn't invite any students this time, only Professors and Staff members. They had a blast!
Headmaster Dumbledore decided to reward his hard working staff by organizing a big party. He was known for his eccentric taste and out of the box ideas. The location for this event was carefully picked. It had to be a secluded place so Professors can go wild without the Hogsmeade villagers hearing them.
'Welcome to the Chamber of Secrets! I redecorated a bit to make it a little more jolly. All this stone and that giant statue are not setting the proper mood. As you can see I added more lights, some carpets on the walls and the devices you see in front of you are the best Japanese sound speakers!' Dumbledore said gesturing towards the equipment.
The Professors and Caretaker Argus Filch were intrigued by Muggle technology and avid fans of electronic music.
'That's a big subwoofer, Albus! It would make the ceilings tremble. Good thing we don't have neighbors living upstairs,' Minerva McGonagall said while sipping on a Martini.
'It is, dear Minerva. I wanted to get a bigger one, but the tax on it was too high even for my budget. This one should do. Not as loud as the other one, but with a clear bass sound. I tested it earlier playing DJ Tiesto! What a blast!' he replied.
Professor Sinistra was busy munching on some shrimp carried on a table by a poor house elf dressed in his usual rags plus a party hat.
'They have nice snacks, Aurora! And they are free! Flitwick said with a happy face helping himself with a pizza slice.
'They do! I'm happy that I turned down that Beauxbatons offer. Madame Maxime doesn't organize such parties. Even Binns is having fun which is something considering the fact that he is dead!' she said and laughed.
'This party can bring back the dead! The ghosts will have the venue for themselves after we will be done. Sir Nicholas wants to try mixing some tapes. Do you guys think I can gulp down a keg of beer?' Hagrid asked and beat his chest like a monkey.
Professor Moody was looking at the beer kegs with a thirsty look on his face.
'We can share it, Hagrid. You don't need to drink all of it. You might get a headache,' he cautioned the half-giant.
'No worries, kind sir! You can have another keg. There are plenty here,' Hagrid replied pointing towards the stack. He then opened the container and drank it in one go.
'Way to go, Hagrid! I knew you could do it. I bet one galleon on you. Pay up, Hooch! Don't make me hit you with a broom!' Dumbledore said to his Professor.
'I should have had more faith in Hagrid. He is a big fellow with a big appetite. I once saw him eat an entire otter while I was referring a Quidditch game. I'm sorry for not believing in you, Hagrid!' Madam Hooch said and handed the Headmaster a shiny gold coin.
Near the punch bowl was Bathsheda Babbling, the Ancient Runes Professor, who was chatting lively with Cahrity Burbage, the Muggle Studies Professor.
'Of course, I know everything about Muggle sound devices. I told Albus what kind of brand to pick. The Japanese are the best at this. I have a Yamaha electronic piano at home! Magical sound! After I retire from Hogwarts I might move there,' she told her friend.
Argus Filch was wearing his usual suit with sunglasses and leather boots. Irma Pince charmed a disco ball to follow him all over the venue to entertain him.
'Thank you for making this party wonderful by being present, Irma. I brought you some confiscated merchandise from the students. You can sell it on Ebay to make some extra galleons!' Filch said handing her a plastic bag with objects rattling inside.
'You are so sweet, Argus! I would give you a kiss, but I'm shy. I managed to sell some books from the library as well. We don't have an exact inventory so the Headmaster doesn't notice the missing books,' she confessed in a low voice.
'Clever girl!' he replied jumping with joy.
From the shadows a stern looking man approached the couple.
'I was able to hear everything you said! You cut me a 10% of all sales or Albus finds out!'
'Ugh! Fine, Severus! You are in! I know you've been selling Potions supplies and what students brew as well,' Filch replied and frowned.
'Shh! Let's keep it quiet and all get fat and giggly!' the Slytherin replied.
The Headmaster wanted to make sure that no one at a party will suffer from ingesting too much alcohol so he brought Matron Poppy Pomfrey. She helped herself with a few snacks and mostly spent her time on an Ipad.
Professor Trelawney was busy looking at her own reflection in a large champagne bottle.
'This is vintage, right? Old, good wine from France! I need it for some experiments. Is it ok if I will take a crate, Albus?' she shouted across the chamber.
'Of course, Sybill! I will sell some school artifacts to replenish the budget! Let us have fun and don't worry today. The Ministry can bail us out!' Dumbledore replied.
Sitting on a stool near the table reading a magazine was Professor Vector. She was trying to get others to talk about Arithmancy, but none of her colleagues seemed very interested and they just politely nodded while dancing.
After one hour of drinking and gossiping a troll band started performing. Their lead vocalist was a female and they were mimicking the popular band Nightwish.
'Woah! Phantom at the Opera! My favorite! What great singers, Severus! Do you enjoy the party?' Lupin asked with a wide smile.
'I guess. You know I'm not into this kind of stuff. I was into Punk while I was a student,' he replied.
'True! I remember the wild nights at the Shrieking Shack! James and Sirius were into Disco,' Lupin said with a grin.
The party went on for five hours before the Hogwarts ghosts came and hushed everyone out so they can start their own event.