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Post by Laurasia on Feb 12, 2006 13:38:15 GMT -5
Laurasia laughed loudly when Cedric mentioned his feelings about being compared to professor Snape. "Well that doesn't surprise me. Most students feel like that about him, especially those who aren't from Slytherin. It's a compliment from me though. I adore Professor Snape, he is my personal idol." She looked down thoughtfully as Cedric mentioned Valentine's gifts. "Does this mean that you're going to be getting me something then? Well...my favorite chocolates are Ghirahdelli - caramel filled- or Lindt's - milk chocolate-. And how about you Cedric? What do you like?" she asked, drinking some of her pumpkin juice.
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Post by Brandybuck on Feb 12, 2006 15:50:18 GMT -5
Cedric listened to her explanation that Snape was her favorite teacher..which he already knew of course. He could not help but laugh out loud once he heard what Laurasia's favorite candies were. "This is amazing..those are my favorites too..though I prefer the Lindt to tell you the truth."
He though for a moment. "Hmm..of course I like anything to do with Quidditch..posters, cards..whatever strikes my fancey. I am just a big collector I suppose." He stopped. Knowing that Quidditch wasn't her thing, he did not want to bore her with it.
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Post by Laurasia on Feb 13, 2006 12:12:08 GMT -5
Laurasia smiled as she listened to Cedric talk about his beloved Quidditch. She knew that he loved it - who didn't? She had never really cared much for it, but seeing how much it meant to Cedric warmed her. "I love Potion brewing & all that it entails, though you probably knew that. Let's see...I also collect Victorian tassle dolls," she said as she drank some more juice.
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Post by Brandybuck on Feb 13, 2006 15:38:50 GMT -5
"Victorian tassle dolls?" Cedric looked up from his pumpkin juice with a confused look. "What are those?" Even though he did not know what they were, he knew that he wanted to buy Laurasia one for Valentine's day. Considering that she held off mentioning them, they were more than likely one of her favorite things. He was hoping that she would also mention where in Diagon Alley or Hogsmeade that she bought such things.
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Post by Laurasia on Feb 14, 2006 15:55:40 GMT -5
Laurasia smiled brightly as Cedric showed some interest in the dolls. "Well they are small ceramic dolls that are dressed in fancy Victorian clothing, but the skirts of their dresses are made of tassles. They come on many different styles & color combinations. They come on fancy little stands that are inserted into the bottom of the dolls body. I have quite a few of them. I could show you my collection sometime if you'd like. I usually pick them up at Madame Puddifoot's when I'm here at school." She smiled warmly & eyed Cedric for a moment.
"You know Cedric, you're one of a kind. Who would think that a jock would be interested in my tassle dolls? I have to say that is one of things that I like most about you. You are nothing like what one would expect of someone such as yourself. So...when is the next time that Hufflepuff plays?" she asked with a twinkle in her eye.
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Post by Brandybuck on Feb 14, 2006 18:57:10 GMT -5
Cedric watched Laurasia with adoration as she discussed the tassle dolls. Madam Puddifoots, eh? he thought to himself. He would definitly have to take a trip there before the day was up. In fact, he would excuse himself very soon. Suddenly, Laurasia herself gave him the perfect opportunity.
"Oh that's right!" he said, slapping his forehead for emphasis. "Quidditch! I need to go and talk to my team regarding the next Quidditch match...which by the way is on the 27th." He stood and kissed her on the cheek. "Sorry, but I have to run. I will meet you here for dinner, ok?"
Before waiting for a reply, he rushed out of the great hall so that he could get ready to go to Hogsmeade. He was smiling the entire way back to the Hufflepuff common room.
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Post by Laurasia on Feb 15, 2006 14:50:52 GMT -5
Laurasia was taken aback by Cedric's sudden urgent rush out of the Great Hall. "Had he mentioned dinner?" she thoight. "Um, okay!" she called out to his retreating figure. She sat there puzzled for a moment then drank down the rest of her pumpkin juice & excused herself from the Hall.
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Post by Brandybuck on Feb 15, 2006 16:28:32 GMT -5
*****
A few hours later Cedric returned to the Great Hall for dinner. He had Laurasia's package tucked under one arm. He took his seat at the Hufflepuff table, and scanned the room for her. She was not there yet, so he kept his eyes fixed to the door. When she came in, he would wave her over.
He then began to get nervous..Would she like the gift??
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Post by Laurasia on Feb 16, 2006 19:08:39 GMT -5
Laurasia rushed down to the Great Hall for dinner knowing that she was running late. She had been studying in the Slytherin common room & had lost track of time. She only hoped that Cedric was still there. She wouldn't want him thinking that she had stood him up. She shoved her hand into her robe pocket before actually entering the Hall. "Good I didn't forget," she thought, before shoving the Hall doors open.
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Post by Brandybuck on Feb 16, 2006 20:18:36 GMT -5
Cedric saw Laurasia burst through the doors. It actually scared a few people who were standing by it. He stood up.
"Laurasia, over here! I saved you a seat!" He pointed to the seat next to him.
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Post by Laurasia on Feb 17, 2006 17:46:15 GMT -5
Laurasia apologized as she entered, having nearly knocked over a couple of Ravenclaw students with the doors. She heard Cedric's voice & looked up to see him waving her over. She blushed slightly & headed in his direction.
She leaned over & gave him a quick hug when she reached the table. "Well now that was embarrassing. I nearly knocked those two over. Sorry I'm late, I lost track of the time." She suddenly looked up to the staff table to see if the Headmaster looked annoyed at her late appearance. Thankfully he seemed to be chuckling rather upset. Sighing, she settled into the seat next to Cedric & quickly poured herself a drink.
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Post by Brandybuck on Feb 17, 2006 19:11:01 GMT -5
He smiled as he saw her glance to the headmaster.
"It would take a lot to anger Dumbledore.", he said good-naturedly.
Once Laurasia was seated, Cedric saw her pour herself a drink. He decided now was as good a time as any. He pulled out the gift box and laid it in front of her.
"Happy Valentine's Day."
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Post by Laurasia on Feb 18, 2006 13:45:52 GMT -5
Laurasia was just about to ask if Cedric would like some juice when he suddenly pulled out a box & set it in front of her. Her face immediately flushed red & she smiled widely. "Cedric? Oh you didn't have to..." She picked up the box & began pulling away the wrapping. "It can't be," she thought, as she noticed the shape & size of the package.
Opening the box, her face lit up as she saw a gorgeous tassle doll decked out in Slytherins colors. She gently pulled the doll from the box & ran her finger over the delicate lace & silks of her hat, dress & accessories. She suddenly flung her arms around Cedric's neck & squeezed him tightly. "Oh, thank you Cedric. She's beautiful!"
Pulling a large box from her robes, she sat it in front of Cedric. "Happy Valentine's Day. I hope Professor Sprout doesn't get mad at me for fattening up her Quidditch Captain," she said with a giggle.
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Post by Brandybuck on Feb 18, 2006 14:56:10 GMT -5
Cedric felt a rush of happiness within himself (as well as relief) when he realized that Laurasia ideed, did not have this doll. Her exuberance at receiving the gift made him see that Laurasia really did care for him. As she flung her arms about his neck, he felt the heat once again start in his cheeks. he blushed very easily, and this was one thing about himself that he wished he could get rid of.
Not expecting to get a gift in return, he saw Laurasia pass a package to him as well. he laughed at her comment of fattening him up. Opening the package, he gasped when he saw a huge box of Lindt chocolate. He smiled and gave her a hug.
"Thank you Laurasia. It is going to be very hard to not eat all of these tonight."
He leaned over and kissed her once again.
"I love you Laurasia Malfoy."
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Post by Laurasia on Feb 19, 2006 16:10:17 GMT -5
Laurasia smiled brightly as she watched the words come from of Cedric's lips. "I love you Laurasia Malfoy." She blushed deep red & kissed him back. "I love you too, Cedric Diggory."
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