your eyes are like stars in the sky

Daniel didn’t hesitate on crossing the street to reach the peculiar coffee shop, but still checking the surroundings just in case there was any other place standing out as well. He grabbed his camera again to snap a picture of the place before making his way into it. 

“Tea? Are you an old lady or something?” Daniel says mockingly, with a small childish smile. “I’m pretty sure they serve tea here, don’t worry, Mrs.” He chuckles, opening the door for the other professor to enter first, then entering the place too and taking in the vibes. 

“It’s really nice in here.” He says with a smile, photographing everything in his sight. “Should we check the menu? I just got excited about this place.” 

Offering his best friend a smile, Daniel picks a table close to the window, feeling a small sense of coziness in the foreigner place. Everything was set with a rustic floral vibe, and yet, it felt extremely comfortable. “I like this place already.”

                                     .・。.・゜✭・.・✫・゜・。.

He follows him towards the coffee shop, about to bump into him when Daniel stops to look around the surroundings. David continues to watch his best friend take pictures like a tourist and follows him closer to the small cafe. ‘Maybe he should also take some pictures for his older sister’ 

David frowns slightly at their remark of him being called an old lady. He rolls his eyes at him, entering the cafe. “Tea is a lot better than coffee, especially if you don’t have a black hole somewhere in there.” David points at Daniel’s chest and pushes them gently before chuckling. “I’m just kidding, Daniel. Don’t take that too heart.” 

He nods and continues to follow him to the table close by the window. “It’s nice. I hope the drinks and small eats will be nice too.” He smiles slightly, opening the small menu to check out the many items that were being offered at the cafe. 

RUINER.

❛    Do it for the love.   ❜ ❛     If I’m being honest, I don’t know what I’m chasing.   ❜ ❛     I just wanna let you know you’re not alone.   ❜ ❛     I got people from the past probably hoping I’m dead   ❜ ❛     It’s just things aren’t the way that they used to be.   ❜ ❛     I lost my mind, then I lost my best friend.   ❜ ❛     Yeah, so what if I did and what if I didn’t?   ❜ ❛     I just wish I wasn’t stuck between decisions.   ❜ ❛     I just wish I didn’t feel like something’s missing.   ❜ ❛     Seems like every time I leave I end up thinking of us.   ❜ ❛     I keep fucking with your head like a lobotomy.   ❜ ❛     You’ll always be a part of me.   ❜ ❛     Things change when you come around.   ❜ ❛     They’re just memories now.   ❜

SAYER.

❛     I can still hear it all.   ❜ ❛     Every word that you said gets embedded in my head.   ❜ ❛     All the things never spoke now choking me.   ❜ ❛     I been on my own.   ❜ ❛     You never called.   ❜ ❛     We never saw eye to eye.   ❜ ❛     Wasn’t tryna hurt you.   ❜ ❛     You know that wasn’t my intention.   ❜ ❛     & I never meant for this to happen.   ❜ ❛     I turn regret into a habit.   ❜ ❛     There’s nothing to say now.   ❜ ❛     How could you be fine when I’m barely getting by?   ❜ ❛     Every word you said now, was it all a lie?   ❜ ❛     Just sucks to feel this way when I know you don’t.   ❜ ❛     Why can’t I let go?   ❜

VACANTER.

❛     I can’t help it, if I could I would change it.   ❜ ❛     Lately, I’ve been feeling so vacant.   ❜ ❛     Holding out waiting for something to change   ❜ ❛     Everybody always asks if I’m okay, & I’m mad ‘cause I don’t know what to say.     ❜ ❛     It’s like I’m going insane.   ❜ ❛     I got enemies that live up in my brain.   ❜ ❛     You always told me you would be the one to help.   ❜ ❛     Now it’s me & myself.   ❜ ❛     Funny how it changed up like that.   ❜

CHANGER.

❛     I been thinking of my problems.   ❜ ❛     I’m feeling like “why bother”.   ❜ ❛     Growing up, there was no drama.   ❜ ❛     Telling me “move on” But honestly I don’t wanna.   ❜ ❛     Are you happy now?   ❜ ❛     Pretending to mitigate all your problems, motherfucker.   ❜ ❛     I just miss the days on the playground.   ❜ ❛     Seems like everybody that I loved went away now.   ❜ ❛     How come as I grow I keep feeling less alive?   ❜ ❛     How come all I see is the past when I shut my eyes?   ❜ ❛     Man, I thought it would last, but it passed me by.   ❜ ❛     How come all I see is your face when I look to the sky?   ❜ ❛     I could lead you to the water, but I can’t make you drink.   ❜ ❛     I can give my two cents, but I can’t make you think.   ❜

WASTER.

Daniel remains silent for a while, capturing the city life with his lenses in some pictures. When he finally looked up from his camera, the took a moment to actually sink in his best friend’s words to finally answer him.

“Aren’t you her brother? You’ve known her your entire life, you should know her better, right?” He says in a calm tone, putting his camera aside to keep on their slow walk. “I guess if something catches my eye, I’ll now.”

There was a pleasant silence between them after that, but Daniel smiled, just taking in the chill air in the presence of David. “Should we grab a coffee? I heard there are a lot of nice coffee shops around this area.” The Transfiguration professor points to the other side of the street, where a place stands out thanks to its vibes. “Do you think they have some local delicacy that we get to try? That would be fun.”

                                      .・。.・゜✭・.・✫・゜・。. 

David opens his mouth, then closes it again. Daniel was right, David should at least know what his older sister likes and not like. However, he was not married to her, nor was he close to her as they were when they were younger. His relationship with his older sister was just there, compared to his younger sister.

“It’s better if you, as the husband of my sister, buys something from the heart.” David chuckles softly and reaches over to put his hand on the other’s shoulder, “it’s better that way, don’t you think?” 

He sighs softly, glancing at the direction that Daniel was pointing. “I guess.. Do you prefer coffee over tea?” David purses his lips, deep in thought, “I mean... I would prefer tea over coffee but whatever you prefer.” He smiles and starts to head towards to the cafe, “I guess they would have some local delicacy. If they didn’t... We could try another place.”

Amelia knew the date was a setup. First, because David never uses his owlphone, never sends messages and is not even sure how to use social media. Second, because she knew his sister for a long time, and she could tell the way of writing was hers. But Amelia wouldn’t complain since she got a free date with someone to pamper her and pay for her food for the night. It was even better since it was with a cherished friend of hers. 

She wore a dress, a comfortable and beautiful one. High heels and a ponytail. She chose to do a natural makeup but made sure she looked pretty either way. A date with a friend didn’t mean it wasn’t a date, so she made sure to look stunning for the night. 

The professor left Cindy with her cousin and waited for the other professor to pick her up.

As soon as she heard the knock on the door, she opened it with a smile to greet him. “Hey, David!” She says cheerfully, accepting the flowers handed to her and admiring them. “Oh, my… These really look stunning. You didn’t have to but… Thank you!” Without hesitation, Amelia moves closer to place a kiss on his cheek. She knew it would embarrass him, but she didn’t mind. 

The former Hufflepuff didn’t wait for a reaction, instead, moved inside her apartment to place the flowers in some water then go back to him. “I’m ready! Shall we go?” 

Never losing her smile, the professor closed the door behind her and walked down the hallway with the man, excited for the upcoming evening. They’ve known each other for so many years, and yet, it felt like they never really spent time together.  “Where are we going, David? I hope it’s not to your tower, you know?” She chuckles, playfully nudging him. 

                                    .・。.・゜✭・.・✫・゜・。.

His cheeks flushes a bright pink as she places a small kiss on his cheek. It has been years since he had felt like this towards someone, or more like just to Amelia. He didn’t feel like this whenever he was with his ‘fiance,’ it was always towards the other that he felt embarrassed. He takes a deep breathe, and hopes that his cheeks wouldn’t be as pink as it was before by the time she comes back.

David nods his head, and steps aside for her to walk down the hall. The question, asking if they were going to head back to their tower made him chuckle softly. “What’s wrong with my tower...? I’ve noticed a lot of students do pop in and out when classes aren’t in session.” However, he continues to smile to the other, leading her out of Hogwarts. 

He actually didn’t really know where to take Amelia. His sister did however kept mentioning to win a girl’s heart was to take her to a fancy restaurant, and take a walk in the city. If there is still time, he should bring her to see the sunset as that is one of the most beautiful things to experience with your loved one. 

He clears his throat slightly, “I was thinking of taking you to... a nice restaurant.” David smiles awkwardly, hopefully the other wouldn’t be able to catch that he didn’t really plan this out carefully, “Unless you want... to see the sunset first before dinner... I wouldn’t mind changing up the plans up for you.” 

🐈 @crdavid

Daniel thought the trip was entirely for the students and that he and the other professors would have to work for the school during their vacation. He was pleased to notice, though, that wasn’t the case. The headmaster was kind enough to give professors a lot of free time for themselves, and Daniel was happy in the end. 

Teaming up with his best friend, David, the two men were out through New Zealand’s streets for a bro date. They were clueless about tourism in the area, so they just opted for walking aimlessly and taking in the local life. 

He wasn’t that pleased with leaving the astronomy towers, but it was probably better for him than to see his younger sister giving death glares at his best friend if they were to come for the annual family dinner. He did enjoy the fact that he was able to spend more time with his best friend. David could probably start teaching Daniel what kind of stars they were able to see on this side of the hemisphere. 

It wasn’t abnormal for them to go on their occasional “bro date,” with each other. David did post a couple of pictures that he managed to take of Daniel onto hooters. However, it did make him wonder how other users were able to write something along with their picture. Maybe he could ask Daniel how to do it since he wasn’t that smart with technology. 

David glances at him, “Why should I be the one paying attention to what you should give to my sister?” He chuckles softly, and stops as well, watching him takes pictures, “Aren’t you her husband? Shouldn’t you know what’s best for my sister?” 

She closed the distance between them with the same soft steps she was taking earlier, now standing face to face with the man. She studied his face for a brief moment, her smile growing all the more. “You didn’t change a thing, did you?” The chuckle that parted her lips was amused, eyes getting smaller as she was still studied him. 

“Why all these formalities? We’re the same age, we studied together and now we work together!” She wrinkles her nose in a small annoyance. “What is it? Am I still a stranger to you?” She pouts lightly, then taking a deep breath and looking around. 

“I guess busy… But I’m afraid you’re more than I am. I don’t really see you around other than at dinner… Lemme guess, you still prefer your books over humans?” She chuckles again. It wasn’t something that bothered her at all, somehow she was too used to see him reading books through the years since they joined Hogwarts. “Ah! I wish I were a book so you would notice me more and stop treating me like a stranger.”

                                 .・。.・゜✭・.・✫・゜・。.

“Didn’t change?” He raises an eyebrow, slightly confused with what he meant by that. Throughout the years, he thought he had changed himself. However, hearing the other say that he hasn’t changed one bit, made him think about himself. He purses his lips slightly and looks straight into her eyes, “I guess.. You could say that.” 

Another chuckle escapes his lips and David shakes his head, “Of course not, I thought... It would be nice to start off with the formalities, but if you would like me to drop it, I will drop it.” He smiles slightly, looking down on the floor, “Just for you, I’ll drop the formalities.” He purses his lips, and shakes his head once again. “You’re not a stranger to me, Amelia. You’re a... Friend of mines.” He opens his mouth slightly, about to say, ‘even so, more than that.’ However, he closes them, unable to say his next line to her. 

He was glad that she changed the topic, or more like he changed the topic. Asking her how she was, he was able to think of other things that they could talk about. However, he was caught off guard when she asked if he prefers books over humans, which wasn’t true. He did prefer books over humans, especially books about Astronomy. As he was about to answer her question, he was yet caught off guard again with the sudden confession. His mouth opened and closed like a fish and he laughs quietly, slightly embarrassed with what she had said. “Do you really think I treat you like a stranger when I stated that you’re not a stranger to me, but a friend?” He sighs softly, “I guess if you were a book, I would read and praise how much I enjoy reading you.”