more than words

Honestly, right now, paper work is better than being in the field. But I guess this is not what you want to hear, right? Give time, Is. You are still a rookie, you have to do the dirty work for some time.

You know you don’t need to ask, you have the address you can just go, just use the flu, you have all the network in the Ministry, no? My day was…okay, there’s some animal around and the horses are more agitated than normal, so it’s been a bit tricky, otherwise …. the same as always. Not a glamorous city life, you know.

You're right, and actually it's not that bad. I mean, it could be worse and at least I do not have to be at the same place as Demetrius anymore. He can be very annoying.

Hi, Lochrin. Sorry I'm late, but things are crazy at the Auror Office. Robards is trying to outsource his paperwork to me, can you believe it? He said it's good for building character. Which made me wondering if that is the reason he is the way he is.

I honestly don’t think we need a list, Is.  And part of the fun is us discovering things together, don’t you think?

That is not completely true, because every day I hear something about what is going on. My cousin is also an auror, you willsee him a lot around the head quarters. Just promise me one thing? Be careful! Don’t make rush decisions…. I can’t lose you, Is.

Sure, this is the best part..

You know me for years, Isolde.Years.You know me better than I know myself, I don’t get what do you want with those questions, really. I know that reality is different, but I saw your best and worst and I still love you, that should count for something, no? The same way you saw me on my high’s and low’s. I think we being friends is only an advantage and not a problem.

Very tall, right. But he is a decent guy, so I guess is better than with Black or Potter. There is no such thing as perfect relationship, but communication is key, trust is a must and love, of course. The rest is details. By the way. how is the auror, thing? It is dangerous out there, I worry for you.

You could see only the best if I had your help. But okay. I will not argue around this. 

But we are good, we are fine. You keep trying to find issues where there is none. Come on, nothing? I know I am a flawed guy, i am not perfect, so please, don’t be like that. Because when my flaws start to annoy you, it will be worse. I love you, Is. With all your qualities and your flaws.

A punk show? Care to elaborate a bit more? I don’t have a problem with you going out with friends, but just be careful, a punk show does not sound like a secure event, especially now. Permission? Of course not, I am not your father. Since we are doing list, let´s put this there… no such thing as permission, we should communicate things to each other, so we know we are good and safe. Things are a bit crazy in the world right now, you know,

I am not trying to find issues, Lochrin. I am trying to anticipate them. We have to work together. Otherwise you will hate me... as all my exes do. And you just love my flaws because you are used to be my best friend, us together was something that only existed in the field of ideas. Reality is uglier than you think.

Can you stop with those magazines and quizzes?There is no secret potion for a relationship to work, it there was someone would be very rich by now. I bet there is a ton of things that I do that annoys you too but it’s part of the life. If we start focus on the small details we will forget to enjoy our moments together. You are overthinking again, Is.

Of course I trust you, that is not the point. And even though I am not a big fan of your exes, I would never say something about it. I mean, unless is some asshole, then I will, maybe, complain a little bit. But come on, you used to have a terrible taste in men.

I am not overthinking. I am just trying to make sure that we are good as... more than friends. And you couldn't be more wrong. There is nothing about you that bothers me. I like you just the way you are. And I want you to feel the same way. So help me to help you, mate.

You don’t need to overthink a list, Is. It’s just about align expectations, so no one end up frustrated, ok? So what it is a no-no for you in a relationship? For me family time is important, but I think you already know that. And you like my family and they love you, so I guess we are good in that aspect.What about you?

Hey, hey, breath, Is, breath. I don’t want to go out with my exes, I mean, I do have a good relationship with them but it’s not the point here. And to be honest, in the stage of our relationship I don’t think it’s a good idea to bring too much outside interference. No until we feel ready.

I really like them, that's not a problem. So it doesn't count as a no-no. Please Alec. We have to be honest, I read in Witchy Weekly that relationships only last when there is honesty. What do I do that bothers you the most?

Você tá viajando demais, Is. Relacionamentos não são uma ciência exata, se fosse as pessoas estariam indo atrás de livros ao invés de arriscarem tudo com poções mágicas. Mas se quiser podemos fazer algumas listas, pros e contras, coisas que gostamos e que não gostamos. Coisas assim… ajudaria?

Well, all the times you did something with my exes and I never knew why or every time that I try to get close and you pushed me away. But yeah, all the detentions too because you always got me involved. But maybe there is a ‘me’ problem… you see, you can make me do things, Isolde. It’s quite dangerous honestly.

Lista de prós e contras... você é um gênio, Lochrin. Perfeito sem defeitos como sempre! Parece uma ideia perfeita. Quer dizer, a gente pode tentar ser pessoas melhores, né? Soa como a formula do sucesso...

Eu não vou reclamar dos benefícios que vem com a posição, mas também não vou levar esse teste muito a série, né Isolde. Afinal é a Witchy Weekly.

What do you mean? as my friend you are a solid 9. I’m sorry, I can’t give you a 10, you gave me plenty of headache. In many areas you will always be a 1- for me tho. Is that good enough?

Hm... você tem razão... será que existe alguma forma mais confiável da gente monitorar nosso relacionamento? Adoraria algo bem... quantitativo, para ser honesta...

Eu diria que estamos gabaritando esse teste, e você? Quer dizer, éramos ótimos juntos como amigos, mas como... o que somos agora, parece bem melhor, não acha?

Vou fazer cartazes para essa campanha! Meio autoindulgente? Talvez, mas eu não me importo a essa altura do campeonato. 

Tenho tanta coisa para te ensinar, apesar de você ser alguns meses mais velha do que eu… aposto que vai pegar muito rápido e logo a aluna vai se tornar a mestre. Let’s kick some ass, female power style!

Vamos arrasar, garota!

Plano infalível! Vou estar na ação in no time.

Vai dar tudo certo, tenho certeza de que você vai se dar bem. 

Ah, ele é um chato… acho que vai demorar mais um pouco. Não ajuda também que todo mundo no escritório fica se controlando ao meu redor. É enervante. É isso que eu digo a ele! Nós estamos em guerra! Não é tempo de papeladas! Urgh!

Espero que sim. Passei muitos anos apostando que isso me faria ser uma pessoa realizada.

Garçom! Duas doses!

O quê?! Is, isso é incrível, parabéns! Então estamos comemorando! E sim, mande as flores! Ouvi dizer que ele gostas de margaridas com um laço amarelo… ou eu estou completamente inventando isso agora. De qualquer forma, vai ser uma maravilha te ter no departamento e poder conversar sobre as missões com você. Como está se sentindo com essa mudança toda?!

Margaridas com laço amarelo. Anotado. Vou mandar um ramalhete em seu nome, vai que ele te libera do paperwork. De nada.

Que inveja! Será que vou ter que apelar para a tequila? Vim na intenção de beber uma cervejinha tranquila.

I’m not! Stupid Scrimgeour will not let me come back to the field, even though I swear I’m alright. Bloody bullshit, I can handle it.

Vamos apelar juntas? Talvez eu ainda não esteja o suficientemente bêbada quanto gostaria...

Someone has to put up with the boring stuff so others can go out and put their lives on the line. We each play our parts.

Well, I’m glad your career outlook seems… better now. Just keep your head above your shoulders, huh?

I don’t know, Pritchard, I’m not a big fan of crowds, and seems like you are perhaps too interested in taking advantage of my height, for some reason…?

I was kidding, Dearborn. I admire you a lot, otherwise I wouldn't try to emulate you these last few months.

Actually, my head hasn't been above my shoulders since I heard my "yes". But I'll try to put it in the right place. Pinky promisse.