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Post by Nathaniel James on Jan 26, 2024 10:28:50 GMT -8
Everyone had returned to Hogwarts after Christmas break and Nathaniel hadn't had a chance to really talk to Finch or any of his other friends. He was still reeling from the encounter with his stepmother over Christmas dinner and, honestly, he didn't want to talk to anyone right now. But there was the party in the Forbidden Forest, thrown by Lydia Bradley of all people, and he wasn't going to miss an opportunity to party. The young wizard got himself ready and snuck out of Ravenclaw tower, scampering about the castle until he was on the grounds then he broke out into a jog and headed straight toward the forest. Nate couldn't remember who she got to provide the enchantments, but whoever it was did a great job. All he could hear were crickets as he trudged through the overgrown roots. There was nothing but trees for miles until he stepped through the barrier and was greeted to a party in full swing. The boy smiled to himself before heading to the table where drinks were lined up. He poured himself a firewhisky and stood off to the side, waiting for one or more of his friends to show up.
After a while, he looked up from his drink to see Finch and Nate grinned, his face falling when he saw Rose Kelly on his arm. Rose and Nate were friends with some benefits, but it had been several months since they last made out. She was beautiful and fun and so damn good at Quidditch, but she didn't commit to anyone and made that perfectly clear to them, which he respected, you know? But seeing her with his best mate brought left the bitter taste of resentment on his tongue. Nathaniel watched them as they made their way over, Finch seeing him and smiling with a wave. Nate's jaw worked a bit, but he managed to smile and wave back. He didn't approach them, but he watched them closely wondering what the hell he was doing with her.
When he saw the two of them kiss and then disappear deeper into the forest, his stomach dropped. People may think that Nate didn't care about anyone, but that wasn't the truth. Worry started to stir inside him as he watched them leave. Finch was a good guy, but he wasn't like Nate or Rose. She was going to end up hurting him and Nate didn't like that one bit. The raven waited up until he saw Finch and Rose again, Finch heading off by himself as Rose was stopped by a friend. He took the opportunity to approach her.
"What are you doing with Finch?" In situations like these, it was always best to be direct.
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Sixth Year
Now I'm just that girl who tries like Way too damn hard |
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Post by Rose Kelly on Jan 26, 2024 10:35:33 GMT -8
Rose was still on edge from their earlier conversation, the fact that she had hurt Finch had her feeling like absolute crap. But he was still hanging around with her and they managed to have a decent time in the Sanctuary before he said he wanted to turn in. She walked with him back to the party, planning on following him to the castle, when Naomi stopped her to chat. Finch went on ahead of her and she talked a little with her friend, a bit distracted as she watched him leave, a heaviness settling on her heart. Naomi left to get herself something to drink and no sooner had she left than she was getting approached by Nathaniel James.
"What are you doing with Finch?"
The witch felt a pang run through her at his sharp tone. She felt a little offended that he was questioning her. "What's it to you, Nate? We're just having fun," she said with a frown.
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Sixth Year
You shine a light on my dark side, But you don't care what you see. |
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Post by Nathaniel James on Jan 26, 2024 10:38:16 GMT -8
Nate could feel himself getting angry with her dismissiveness. He took a deep breath to steady himself so he didn't snap at her. "He's my best mate and he's not built for the kind of fun you like to have, Rose. You're just gonna end up hurting him." He didn't want his friend to go through some kind of heartbreak, especially not now when they were fighting for the Quidditch Cup.
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Sixth Year
Now I'm just that girl who tries like Way too damn hard |
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Post by Rose Kelly on Jan 26, 2024 10:40:33 GMT -8
Rose frowned at him, her stomach twisting at the thought. She didn't want to hurt Finch, but she already had. She couldn't understand why they couldn't keep seeing each other without all the exclusivity. "I didn't think you cared about anyone. Does Nathaniel James have a heart after all?"
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Sixth Year
You shine a light on my dark side, But you don't care what you see. |
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Post by Nathaniel James on Jan 26, 2024 10:42:12 GMT -8
He gritted his teeth, his jaw working. "This isn't funny, Rose. You can't just play with his emotions."
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Sixth Year
Now I'm just that girl who tries like Way too damn hard |
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Post by Rose Kelly on Jan 26, 2024 10:44:07 GMT -8
She bristled. "How do you know we haven't come to an understanding? Why are you even attacking me right now? It's not like you're some expert on love."
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Sixth Year
You shine a light on my dark side, But you don't care what you see. |
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Post by Nathaniel James on Jan 26, 2024 10:46:08 GMT -8
"We're not talking about me right now. And I know Finch, there's no way he'd be happy about you snogging other people while you're seeing him."
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Sixth Year
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Post by Rose Kelly on Jan 26, 2024 10:47:07 GMT -8
"I'm not talking about this with you. Not when we've both been drinking." Rose moved to walk away from him.
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You shine a light on my dark side, But you don't care what you see. |
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Post by Nathaniel James on Jan 26, 2024 10:48:17 GMT -8
He caught her arm and pulled her back. "This isn't some game. Just leave him alone."
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Sixth Year
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Post by Rose Kelly on Jan 26, 2024 10:50:52 GMT -8
She was fuming at this point, ripping her arm from his grasp. "You know what, Nate? This is some actual bullshit. You have no idea what my relationship with Finch is like and you've got some fucking nerve to come here and tell me who I can and can't see. You're seeing one of my best friends and did I come to you and tell you to stop? No, I didn't. So how about you hop off your high horse and go fuck yourself!"
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Post by Nathaniel James on Jan 26, 2024 10:55:13 GMT -8
His lips were pressed tightly together, his body quivering as the anger surged inside him. "I'm calling it now - you're going to break his heart and do you know who is going to pick up the pieces when you do? I am." Nate shook his head. "I'm getting out of here; this party blows anyway." And with that, he stormed off back to the castle, still seething. He wanted to protect his friend, but he wasn't going to sit there and be abused to his face. The best he could hope for was that Finch would see her for who she is before it's too late.
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Sixth Year
Now I'm just that girl who tries like Way too damn hard |
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Post by Rose Kelly on Jan 26, 2024 11:00:03 GMT -8
Rose was shaking as she watched him go, too tired to argue any longer. This had been one of the longest nights of her life. She was angry at Nate for coming at her and for also being right. Tears started to well in her eyes and she glanced around to see if anyone had seen or heard all of that. He didn't get how she felt about him, but that didn't really matter did it? She still wasn't going to be anyone's girlfriend. Shame and despair started to swell in her heart and Rose took off for her dorm. Hopefully with everyone at the party, she'd get some time alone to just cry.
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