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It wouldn’t be fair to us, or respectful to see our hard work handed off to someone else who will take credit from everything we’ve built. We’ve stated our reasons before on why this blog has closed, and it will remain as such.

Kuroe:  Exceed Expectations in Charms, Defense Against the Dark Arts, Herbology, and Care of Magical Creatures. Outstanding in Potions (mostly thanks to Reiji)

Mun! Soul: Next installment in our fic! Sorry for leaving you guys with a cliffhanger with that last scenario hee hee~

Kuroe felt hopeless, as if all the strength she possessed had vanished, and she wanted nothing more than to die right where she lay. She wasn’t aware of how long she stayed there, sprawled out on the floor in the most uncomfortable position. Someone had nudged her to wake her up, but she was unable to respond. He grabbed her and propped her up into a sitting position, finally able to face the person who came to retrieve her.

“Katsuragi Kuroe, you have entered the Restricted Section without proper authorization. I am here to escort you so you may receive punishment for your actions.”

An intense pain shot through her and she gripped her head, groaning in agony. She heard Ruki sigh in annoyance and bent down to lift her to her feet. She slapped his hand out of the way when he tried to steady her, and he chuckled.

“Even though your reputation is at stake, your Black Viper status still shines through. Although it’s not surprising to see this type of behavior when you hang around certain people.” He enunciated the last words to drive his point, and Kuroe glared, understanding his true meaning.

She attempted to walk out in front of him, her body wobbly, trying to regain her balance. “If you’re talking about Akari, I can tell you that she is for certain the best kind of person to be around. Now where are you taking me? The sooner I can get this over with, the better.”

Ruki frowned at her tone and noticed her staggering form. He rolled his eyes and stuck out his arm as an offer for her to take it, since she had no chance in walking on her own.

Kuroe saw what he was doing and turned to look away, deeply upset that he knew that she was seriously injured. She unenthusiastically took his arm, wrapping her hand lightly around it, so as to not give him the wrong idea. Ruki carefully closed his arm against himself, and walked forward slowly, keeping an even pace so that she could walk without stressing herself further.

The pair walked out of the Restricted Section and proceeded to leave the library. Kuroe gripped her fingers tight against Ruki, concerned that he would take her to the hospital wing. She didn’t know how she would talk about the altercation with Kanato and frantically tried to come up with a story to explain her injuries. Ruki noticed her odd reaction and stopped in the middle of the corridor.

“If you think I’m taking you to the hospital wing, you’re wrong. I am aware that you have injured yourself, but such is the case when you enter an unauthorized area that is full of books related to dark magic. I was asked to escort you to the Headmistress’s office and I will abide by that request.”

Kuroe’s eyes widened in surprise, yet skillfully hid her reaction to not draw too much attention to herself.

“The Headmistress? I wonder what could be so important to receive a summon from her.” She replied smugly.

Ruki narrowed his eyes. “If you think playing coy will get me to tell you the purpose for this visit, then you’re wasting your time.

Kuroe snorted. Seemed as if Ruki didn’t even know himself.

They both walked down the corridors and appeared before the giant phoenix statue that led to the Headmistress’s office. Kuroe let Ruki’s arm go and he stood before the towering bird and whispered the password to enter.

“Pumpkin pasties.”

The phoenix statue roared to life and began turning, creating the hidden staircase that led to the Headmistress’s chambers. Kuroe and Ruki quickly both jumped onto the stairs, and waited for the doors to appear before them. The staircase clicked to the top of the tower, and Kuroe took Ruki’s arm again, this time out of uneasiness at seeing the Headmistress herself. The doors opened for the pair and Ruki escorted Kuroe inside. Kuroe jumped slightly when she heard a stern voice come from the glowing Pensieve.

“Thank you for bringing her Mr. Mukami. You may head back to your dormitory.”

Ruki replied with a curt nod and turned to leave the office, the doors slowly closing behind him. Kuroe gulped and wondered if she really did get into trouble for her recent antics.

“Please have a seat Miss Katsuragi.”

Kuroe nodded firmly and walked over to the empty chair in front of the oak desk. “Yes Professor.”

Professor Mcgonagall’s robes swished softly behind her as she took her seat behind her desk. Her thin mouth was tight as usual, and it was always difficult to determine her expressions. Kuroe assumed it was for the worst and did her best to prepare for whatever was to come.

“I’m assuming you’re wondering why I’ve called you here?” She spoke, eyeing the Slytherin with great suspicion.

Kuroe winced and shook her head. Mcgonagall’s interrogations were ruthless, and she knew better than to outright lie if she were to speak of anything she did. What made things worse is that she didn’t exactly have a soft spot for Slytherin house.

The professor clasped her bony fingers together in concentration. “You have been chosen to carry on a very important assignment for me. More importantly, the entire school.”

Kuroe widened her eyes in shock. “Assignment?”

Mcgonagall nodded. “Yes. You see, you will be the first student to know that our school has been chosen to host the infamous Triwizard Tournament.”

Kuroe furrowed her brows in confusion. She assumed Mcgonagall was joking, but it wasn’t like the Headmistress to make a joke like that. In fact, she never joked at all.

“I don’t understand. The Triwizard Tournament hasn’t been hosted since Harry Potter attended Hogwarts.”

Mcgonagall got a mischievous glint in her eyes at the student’s reaction. “You are correct, Miss Katsuragi. However, the heads of the other participating schools and myself have come to an agreement, and it was passed with the Ministry’s ruling. The Triwizard Tournament will be restored to its former glory and Hogwarts has been chosen to host the games.”

Kuroe sat back, unable to take in all this information. “So then, why am I here? Surely there’s a reason why I get to know this before the entire student body?”

Mcgonagall quirked an eyebrow and almost smiled. “Very good, Miss Katsuragi. As expected of a Slytherin. I have chosen to reveal this special bit of news to you because I am in need of your assistance.”

Kuroe leaned in, engaged in what the Headmistress needed her help for.

“You see, during the Triwizard Tournament, we are to host certain events that take part in between the actual trials. Only the chosen champions are allowed to participate in these trials, but that does not mean that we are not able to compete against our neighboring schools in other ways.”

She stood up and walked around the desk, her arms clasped behind her back. “I have seen your Quidditch games throughout the years, and your successful rise to Captain. You are indeed an exceptional Quidditch player, and I have organized a Quidditch match to be played against the Durmstrang team.”

Kuroe beamed, taken aback by all the compliments. It was indeed a very honorable moment when the Headmistress commended all your hard work in Hogwarts. The fact that Kuroe was noticed so closely made her blush slightly.

“I will give the details out once everything has been organized, but I will ask you to lead the best Quidditch team Hogwarts has to offer.”

Kuroe shot up and saluted the Headmistress. “Yes professor, I won’t let you down.”

The Headmistress nodded in appreciation. “Very good, that will be all for today. I don’t believe I have to tell you that the information discussed in this meeting is strictly between us?”

Kuroe bowed. “Yes! Of course professor, I won’t tell a soul.”

Mcgonagall sat behind her desk and took out some scrolls. “Very well. Oh, I forgot to mention. Since I kept you here so late, I’ve also asked for an escort to bring you back to your dormitory. I’m sure there will be no objection?”

Kuroe shook her head repeatedly. “No, of course not! I’ll be glad to leave with who—”

“I apologize for being late, Headmistress. I am here to escort Miss Katsuragi.”

Kuroe froze at the cold voice that entered the room.

“Yes, thank you Mr. Sakamaki. I trust you’ll lead Miss Katsuragi safely back to her dormitory.”

Reiji placed a hand over his chest, bowing respectfully. “As a Slytherin prefect, it is more than my duty to make sure all students are within their dormitory at a reasonable hour.”

Mun! Soul: Happy beginning of National Novel Writing Month! Who all is participating? I figured I’d start off this cool event with a continuation of our HP fic! :)

Kuroe strolled through the corridors, not paying attention to the sounds of students rushing past her. She was completely focused on the incident that occurred during Hagrid’s last class, and insisted on solving the dilemma that was plaguing her mind.

Her body moved effortlessly, weaving through the crowd, careful not to bump into anyone, and headed directly for the library. She breathed a sigh of relief when she noticed her usual table was unoccupied and walked straight for it, placing her bag in the empty chair beside her. She took out a book, skimming through the text, feigning as if she were actually reading it, as she observed her classmates around her, in particular Madam Pince. She carefully watched the Hogwarts Librarian, pinpointing her movements, making sure that she would be out of sight so Kuroe would have a chance to find what she needed; without Pince’s scornful backlash.

Once she turned to help some students, Kuroe tapped her wand to her forehead, rendering herself invisible with the Disillusionment Charm. She backed up against one of the shelves, her body taking on the exact texture of the area around her, and silently slinked her way to the entrance of the Restricted Section.

“Alohomora.” She whispered.

The gates opened and she quickly ran inside, shutting the doors as quietly as she could. She froze on the spot when she heard voices right in front of her.

“Ne, Ruki-kun, why are we on this side? There’s an empty table right over here.”

A Hufflepuff girl tried pulling the Ravenclaw away from where he was positioned, directly in front of Kuroe.

“I thought I heard someone go in here. I may have to investigate just to be sure there are no students in here without proper authorization.”

The Hufflepuff girl sighed, tugging at his arm and steering him away from the entrance. “Why don’t you leave your Prefect duty alone and come sit with me? We’re the only two here for our study group, so we can spend some time getting to know each other.” She purred.

Ruki rolled his eyes, sighing in disappointment. “I believe the purpose for our group is to study, not exchanging unnecessary gossip.”

They both left the Restricted Section, the Hufflepuff girl complaining while Ruki searched intently for his missing group members. Kuroe’s breath hitched in her throat, knowing that she was close to having been exposed. Ruki’s keen senses were nothing to be trifled with. She backed away faintly into the darkness of the Restricted Section, softly running her fingers against the many forbidden books that no student was allowed to view. She took one book out with a menacing green spine and opened it up to the cover, wanting to devour the taboo information engraved among the pages.

Unfortunately right as she opened it, it began screaming at her, as if something inside it was trying to get out. She slammed the book shut and thrust it back onto the shelf when she heard giggling right next to her ear. She turned swiftly, her wand at the ready to defend herself, when she saw who had been watching her the entire time.

“Kanato-kun?” She croaked.

Kanato stared at her, his sunken eyes wide in amusement. He tilted his head to the side examining her, squeezing his prized possession in response.

Kuroe rubbed the back of her head nervously, trying to figure a way out of this dire situation.

“It’s a surprise to see you here, Kanato-kun. How did you find--”

“Please don’t speak to me so casually. Even a Squib could see through your terrible attempt at a Disillusionment Charm.”

His harsh words stung, but she was expecting it. She calmed herself down and looked straight at him, regaining her Slytherin poise. Out of the corner of her eye, she caught a glimpse of the books he had in his bag and her eyes widened in alarm as she read through the titles. She shifted her gaze back to Kanato, hoping he hadn’t noticed her staring at his collection of illegal material.

Kanato’s face went flat and glared at this pathetic excuse for a witch for even daring to examine the books he had with him.

“I can practically smell the interest radiating off of you over my belongings. It’s disgusting.”

Kuroe flinched at his sharp tone, knowing that she had already started to push his limits. Dealing with Kanato was like a ticking time bomb and she had to act quickly since every second was precious. She tried stretching the ends of her lips out in an attempt to smile to calm the situation, but it turned out terrible. She wasn’t used to smiling and she failed miserably, which caused Kanato to laugh.

Kanato gripped his head and giggled uncontrollably. “Kuroe-san, you look so stupid right now! You’re making the ugliest face and it shows how pathetic and brainless you really are.”

Kuroe winced and bit her cheek. She had enough of Kanato’s insults and decided to out him right there.

“Magick Moste Evile, The Nightshade Guide to Necromancy...did you get those books from here Kanato-kun? The last time I checked, those titles were banned from Hogwarts.You shouldn’t be carrying them around.”

She stopped when he was suddenly in front of her, flicking a strand of hair out of her face with the tip of his wand.

“I don’t recall asking for an opinion from some stupid girl like you. You would do well to shut up and remain quiet; ne, Teddy?” He glanced at his bear tenderly for a moment before pointing his wand directly under her chin.

“What business is it of yours what I have with me? I would be more concerned about how you’re going to get out of here without losing your life.”

Kuroe’s eyes narrowed and she hit her closed fist against the shelf behind her as the books rattled violently. Her frustration with him was growing, and she would be damned if she let someone like this temperamental Ravenclaw get in her way.

“If you’re going to attack me then do it. Otherwise, I won’t leave until I get what I came here for.” She stood her ground and faced him head on, pressing harder against the tip of his wand.

Kanato’s eyes widened in shock, clutching his bear closer to him.

“Did you hear that, Teddy? This idiot thinks she can order us around. I think we should put this Mudblood back in her place and show her what happens when you defy a Pureblood.”

Kanato’s eyes were glued onto Kuroe’s frightened ones, his lips spreading into a devilish grin. She couldn’t tear herself away from him as she watched him mutter silent charms. She could feel painful, throbbing pulses inside her head and knew he was using wandless magic to pry into her brain. She did her best to clear her mind and build up her mental defenses, just like when she practiced Occlumency with Reiji. Reiji was the best Legilimens she knew, yet Kanato’s spell seemed much more sinister. It was as if he was trying to rip her mind into shreds and destroy her piece by piece. Her eyes widened, realizing the actual curse he was attempting to perform on her when she saw him mouth one word she recognized instantly.

Crucio.

Mun! Madame: Ok this also ended up being crack XD I’m so sorry I can’t help myself. I’ll get serious soon I promise lol. 

More than anything, she hoped he’d appreciate it, being Japanese and all. And really, the kimono was quite beautiful, deep black with intricate art of a garden scene all across the back and sleeves. He’d like it for sure. And she would have gone to show him already, if not for Kuroe.

“I’m not going out like this.”

“Too bad, you have to.”

“But this is not what a skeleton–”

“Hey! So what! So you’re a sexy red ridinghood skeleton thing! Plus your face is all painted! If you’re that embarrassed then no one will know who you are anyway.”

Kuroe blinked, looking at her friend. “This is true.”

Akari smiled, “Of course it is! Now come on, I wanna find Reiji before–”

“Oy, ‘Kari! We going or what!”

Akari cursed in her head. It’s not like meeting Reiji while she was with Shu and Yuma was a new thing, exactly, but she really wanted him to see her before–

“Holy shit is that Katsuragi–”

“Eyes up here, you pig.” Kuroe snapped, hitting the Hufflepuff Keeper on the arm.

Shu yawned, and it was only then that Akari realized just how much their outfits matched. Shit. This wasn’t going to end well for her.

The group entered the dance hall, upon which they all lost each other fairly quickly, on account of there being so many people. 

Damn. Kuroe would never let this go.

But she quickly forgot all about Kuroe, when she saw Reiji.

It wasn’t fair. It was such a lame costume. Who dressed up as a vampire anymore anyway? But why did he look so goddamn good?

“Reiji-san!” She waved, rushing up to him, “I love your costume!”

“It’s a simple formality,” he sighed, pushing up his glasses. “And you are?”

She spread out her arms, so that he could better admire the kimono. “A geisha!”

Reiji made no reaction. “Your face is not powdered.”

“Um, well no–”

“Nor are you wearing the correct shoes.”

“Well it’d be hard to dance in–”

“What a shameful outfit indeed.”

Akari puffed her cheeks, her face reddening with anger. “How is it shameful?”

Shin came up behind her suddenly, laughing obnoxiously, “Cuz geisha’s were prostitutes!”

“No they weren’t!” Akari snapped, “Don’t start talking about shit you don’t even–”

“Akari!” Kuroe ran into her, practically falling on top of her friend. “I want to change! I’ve had four guys–”

“Snake?”

Kuroe froze, looking at Akari. “You said no one would recognize me!” She hissed.

“Heh,” Shin grabbed her by the front of her cape, pulling her to him, “You think you can hide from me?”

“Let. Me. Go.”

Akari watched with excitement, bubbling at the escalating tension between them.

“Why? You scared or something?” He laughed again, leaning in closer and whispering something Akari almost didn’t catch, but she was all so glad she did.

“You afraid of the big bad wolf?”

Akari almost had a nosebleed, but she didn’t get to see the rest, because she was grabbed by the wrist, and propelled with a sharply stated Miss Motegi.

“Where are we going?” She chirped, following him happily.

“Away from here.”

Her heart beat fast. Did he want her alone? Could it be he actually liked–

“It would not do to have the ball ruined with your unsightly appearance.”

Oh.

“It covers up more than what I usually wear…” she mumbled to herself, starting to sulk. She cleared her throat, “You don’t like it, then?”

“My preference in women’s fashion has very little to do–”

“You know, everyone likes compliments. And I mean I get that this was sort of planned with Bear and Shu but I…”

Oh. That’s why he didn’t like it.

“Reiji!” She said suddenly–

“Do not address me so casually–”

“I have a red cape from my superhero costume last year! I could change into a vampire real quick!”

“That is not–”

“Wait here,” she promised, “I’ll be back.” She ran up the moving staircase, but stopped halfway, rushing back down and quickly pecking a kiss onto his cheek, “Two minutes! Promise!”

Mun! Madame: It feels like it’s been a while. Certain scene was beautifully inspired by @mylittlegravityfalls and her super cute chibis hehe ^^ Enjoy everyone!

“Wait, what do you mean he touched you?”

“It wasn’t that he touched me, exactly,” Kuroe explained, “He said it was the only way to transform into an anima--”

“Jeez you and that animagus shit! Why didn’t you ask me??”

Kuroe’s eyes widened in surprise. “You can do it?”

“Who do you think I am?” Akari stood up, her chair screeching behind her, her hands slamming down on the table, “But that’s beside the point! What did he do to you?”

Kuroe glanced away, picking up her wand from the table, “It was nothing. I can handle it. Shall we start today? It’s what the duel club is for after all--”

Akari snatched away Kuroe’s wand, holding it threateningly at her face. “Kuroe,” her eyes were hard, “This isn’t a joke.”

Kuroe blinked. “No one said it was. Akari, my wand--”

“Kuroe,” Akari’s voice was soft, walking around the table to drape her arms over her friend. “If it’s that bad, then can I see?”

The Slytherin stiffened, closing her eyes and letting out a short exhale. With a brief nod, she gave the Ravenclaw permission to do so.

Akari slipped into Kuroe’s memory, skimming past the events that occurred at the black lake. The Ravenclaw pulled back, gasping, void of speech. Kuroe glared at her, sharp red eyes piercing through Akari’s. “Don’t look at me like that.”

“I’m not!” Akari justified, “I just...I can’t tell if…”

Kuroe raised her brow, shooting Akari a curious look, “What is it?”

Akari laughed nervously, waving her hand as though to brush the topic away, “Ah, well, it’s not a big deal right?”

“Akari…”

She bit her lip, “I just...can’t tell...from that at least,” she inhaled, “Did you like it?”

Kuroe stood up with a gasp, her eyes flaming red, “What sort of accusation is that?”

“It’s not an accusation! It was a question!”

“How could anyone-- he’s vile! A monster. He’s cruel and he takes any opportunity to mortify me for his own base amusement. He’s--”

“But you came, though.” Akari said quietly.

Kuroe’s mouth dropped in horror. “A-Anyone would! The human body...humans are notoriously weak to pleasure you know!”

Akari held her hands up in defense, shrugging, “Look I don’t blame you. It must be sort of exciting, with the whole death thing and all. Like star crossed lovers--”

“We’re not star crossed lovers!” Kuroe screeched.

“Alright, alright, I get it. Punch him in the face next time.”

“He’ll get a lot worse than that.” Kuroe insisted, her hand already balled up in a fist. “More importantly,” she said, looking up at her friend, the fire in her eyes melting into hopeful wonder, “Can you truly transform into an animagus?”

Akari smiled widely. “Of course.”

Kuroe lit up, beaming at the Ravenclaw. “What’s yours?”

Akari continued to grin, closing her eyes briefly. From the top of her head emerged pointed ears, a fluffy brown tail poofing out from the bottom of her skirt.

Kuroe gasped, bringing a hand to her mouth.

“Cute, right?!” Akari beamed.

Kuroe stared in awe, hesitantly reaching up to pinch Akari’s newfound ears. “They’re real.” She blinked.

Akari frowned, “Of course they are! What do you take me for?”

The door seemed to slam open suddenly, making both girls jump. 

“Bear!”

The Hufflepuff groaned. “For fucks sake ‘Kari put the damn tail away!”

“I like it,” She said, sticking her tongue out.

From over Yuma’s shoulder, Shu yawned, muttering something about how it suited her.

“See?” Akari said, “Two for one. I win!”

Yuma rolled his eyes, dropping the sleeping Hufflepuff on one of the nearby couches. “What’re we doing today?”

“Anything you guys want,” Akari chirped, walking over to the couch, “But first,” she smacked Shu hard against his stomach, “You promised you’d duel me today.”

He hardly seemed fazed, murmuring something about troublesome women and adjusting his headphones.

Akari puffed her cheeks at him, crossing her arms, “No wonder Reiji hates you.”

Shu smirked, scoffing slightly. “That’s not why he hates me.”

Akari waved her hand, “I don’t really care. Reason or not you swore! I wanna practice some charms--”

“Oy Akari,” Yuma stepped in, wand in hand, “I’ll duel you first, give Shu some time to wake up.”

Akari shrugged, rolling her eyes. “Fine. But,” she raised her wand quickly, pointing it at Yuma’s neck, “I won’t go easy on ya.” She said with a smirk.

Mun! Madame: *sigh* Reiji, Reiji. If you’d been born just a few weeks prior then you’d be a Leo and we’d be perfect for each other. But alas, life is not so kind. Lol enjoy everyone~

[Part One]

“Um, well, I know it’s not much of a surprise but...surprise!” she made small jazz hands, the last word teetering on her tongue.

It was just as she had said, with a blanket and a basket and anything else one might need for a picnic.

“You are aware,” he said, adjusting his glasses, “That is it after curfew?”

She returned his question with a shy sort of smile. “I thought it’d be ok...just once?”

He sighed with reluctance, muttering out a ‘very well.’

Her face lit up, smiling widely at him and motioning for him to sit down next to her. “Ok! We can have whatever you want! There’s pumpkin juice and butterbeer and I made some cheesecake. I know dessert is last but it’s your birthday so we can have the cake first!”

“Dinner is customary, Miss Motegi.”

She nodded, still smiling, “Right, ok! I made some pasta. Well I mean, I had a bit of help but for the most part it was all me!” A small blush appeared on her cheeks, “You don’t have to eat it if you don’t like it.”

Reiji took a small sample, elegantly collecting it on his fork before putting it in his mouth. Akari chewed her lip, waiting for his judgement.

“While I would not suggest you pursue a culinary career, Miss Motegi, this will suffice for now.”

She sighed in relief. “Oh good! I used to cook all the time! It’s because I used to be super picky when I was younger-- well not really picky, just sorta stubborn I guess-- but basically I’d always want something different than what my family was having for dinner and my mom said that was fine so long as I made it myself. I mean of course the house elves--”

“Miss Motegi.”

“Yeah?”

“Your food.”

She nodded, serving herself a plate, enjoying his company though they did not speak. But it wasn’t very long before she could no longer contain herself, and she began talking once more.

Reiji ate his birthday meal mostly in silence, behind the backdrop of Akari’s voice which he had long ago learned to tune out. While he would have preferred silence, even he had to admit that this was not entirely unpleasant.

“Oh but don’t worry!”

“I beg your pardon?” he asked, before taking a sip of his pumpkin juice.

“You still have presents! I mean this was part of it kinda but--” she dug around in her bag, pulling out a small box wrapped in silver paper, “I did get you a gift. Well, two. I mean. One I know you probably won’t like so…” She stuck it out under his nose, offering it to him, “This one you will like!”

Reiji took it from her hands, carefully pulling the paper apart. Inside rested a Slytherin tie.

“It’s practical!” Akari chirped, “You know since you’re in Slytherin...and like the other ones fade in the wash and stuff…”

“Thank you, Miss Motegi.”

Again she let out a small relieved sound, “You’re welcome! Um…” Her face had gone entirely red now, as she reached into her bag again, “Well...see, I know you won’t like this one. And that’s ok! I just figured...um well here.”

He was presented with a box that was wrapped with equal care. He undid the wrapping, and slowly removed the top.

“Sh--” She stopped herself, realizing she probably shouldn’t mention Shu at a time like this, “Ayato told me you collect teacups back home? I really don’t know much about it. And this one isn’t fancy or anything, but I did enchant it, if you want to see? You just have to hold it...it’ll only work if you do it…”

Reiji looked at the plain white cup that had no design save for a golden trim around the top. He took it out of the box and held it in his hand, waiting for something to happen. Sure enough, images began to appear.

Akari perked up, “Ah, see! The fox is me right there, cuz that’s my patronus and all, and she’s bowing to the hippogriff. And that’s you cuz you know, like, a hippogriff won’t look at you unless it respects you back and stuff and I don’t know...I just think it really suits you.”

Reiji raised his brow, wondering just how this girl could be so sharply acute and numbingly dense at the same time. For a moment he considered informing her that his patronus was indeed a hippogriff, but then decided against it.  

“Um, it’s not much,” Akari continued, “And if you think it’s ugly or whatever you don’t have to keep it. But if you let it go then it goes back to the way it was before. The stuff only pops up if you hold it so…”

“How very much like you,” he mused, “To get me something like this.”

“You can just throw it away.” She blurted.

“I do not hate it, Miss Motegi. If anything, you seem to have learned your place, with this.”

She couldn’t help it; she smiled. She sure was smiling a lot today. And though it wasn’t quite praise that he’d given her, she’d take it anyway. The heat that dusted her cheeks was unmistakable, as she smiled once more. “Happy Birthday, Reiji-san.”

Prompt: Seasons/Weather

Mun! Madame: I will never not find an excuse to use a rain scene. Enjoy!

“Reiji-san! Look! It’s raining!”

“Very good, Ms. Motegi. You are successfully able to recognize the weather.”

She made a face, dropping the finger that pointed to the window. But her spirits lifted again, ignoring him and looking out the window again. “Let’s go outside!”

“Miss Motegi. As you have so dutifully pointed out: it is raining.”

“That’s exactly why!” She shouted, despite the fact that they were in the library. He was just about to scold her, but she bolted from her chair, running out past the doors to who-knows-where.

Akari pushed through the hallway doors, stopping just before she ran out of roof to hide under. Experimentally, she held her hand out, letting the droplets kiss her fingers. It was cold, but not that cold. Without a moment’s hesitation she stepped out into the rain, quickly becoming drenched.

“Just what do you plan on doing, Miss Motegi?”

She froze, knowing that she probably should have expected him to come after her. But she tried to play it off, shrugging and continuing to twirl about. “I don’t know, kiss in the rain? It’s super romantic, you know.”

“Denied.”

“Denied?” She stopped spinning, “What are you some sort of request box?”

“Miss Motegi. Any more of this and you will catch a cold.”

She gave him a large smile, “Are you worried about me getting sick?”

He pushed up his glasses, “It will be troublesome if your ill health interferes with our lessons.”

Akari took that as a yes. “Ok then! Kiss me and I’ll go dry off!”

Reiji blinked at her, before turning around and walking away.

“Hey!” She scurried after him, “That’s not fair!”

“Your terms were unreasonable.” He said carelessly.

“Unreasonable? I’m your girlfriend you know--”

He grabbed her cheeks with a single hand, holding them together in a way that wasn’t sweet at all. “We are not an item. You will suffer grave consequences, Miss Motegi, if you force me to repeat myself once more on the subject. Furthermore, your outrageous request was unreasonable for the sole reason that you are horribly unskilled.”

Wait. What? 

Unskilled?

Did he think she was a bad kisser? 

Fuck, her cheeks were starting to hurt.

“Maybwe we ca adh tha twoh deh leshons?” She tried, his grip on her jaw making it hard to speak. Kissing lessons from Reiji-san definitely seemed like a better way to spend the afternoon.

He released her, calling her a waste of time. “When I am finished with you, Miss Motegi, you will indeed become a well-rounded and proper lady.”