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Originally Posted by Nordic Witch  Walking the few short steps down to his seat in between Amelia and Alice he hung his coat over the back of his chair after shoving down the cap into a pocket. Sitting down Joshua smiled all around at his colleagues "Good evening everyone!" Tristan watched as Joshua made his way towards his seat, biting his lip trying not to laugh when all the water from his hat poured onto Kaysha. He cleared his throat, masking a chuckle, and said, "Evening, Joshua. A little wet outside?" He gave the other man a little smirk. Quote:
Originally Posted by MunchyBubbles A nod went to the new Divination Professor, Kassandra? He needed to get better with names, as she made her way past him, before his green gaze caught a hold of someone entering the hall and a soft smile tugged at his lips for the briefest of moments, before he set his face back into the calm professor mask he usually wore.
He shook his head at the pat and then chuckled softly as his tea cup was once again swiped and a drink was stolen! “I see next feast I’m going to have to bring two cups aren’t I?” He grinned ever so slightly before nodding.
“Mmmm, should be, let’s hope the craziness of the last term is behind us. ” No more firings please, his nerves couldn’t take it. Tristan chuckled at that comment. "I keep telling you to. Maybe next feast." He said with a smirk and a quick wink. He gave the tea cup back and tapped the table 3 times with his index finger.
"Yes. Let us hope it is." He said with a small grin before noting a commotion not only at the Ravenclaw table, but also at the Gryffindor table. His brows furrowed, wondering what in the world could be going on. Quote:
Originally Posted by DaniDiNardo The seats on either side of him filled, as did the rest of the table. Thinking it never too late to begin his observations, the man was already making little mental notes, things he'd address later. Right now, from his seat, he leaned forward trying to figure out what could be grabbing the attention of those in blue. With the positioning like it was and some tall students--not to mention the students leaning over and therefore blocking whatever it was from this side of the Great Hall--it was difficult to get a good look. "What...what've they got there?" He asked, using all his restraint not to rise from his seat to get a better look as dark brows creased in concentration. It was only then that he noticed a few at the lion table distracted as well, but the elf being out of his line of vision and under the table, all he saw was distracted students. "And them?" He said, nodding toward the scarlet and gold.
Dear Merlin don't let it be dung bombs. Not tonight. Tomorrow maybe. Day after was even better but not his first night. Tristan looked as the Headmaster pointed to each table...his concern growing. But he didn't make any comments back. He wasn't sure what was happening but he knew he would have to make his way to the Gryffindor table soon. Quote:
Originally Posted by hermygirl "I vote for a first year's escaped toad," Noble added to the ongoing conversation around him. Had Haruldur and Paul still been here, he'd probably have jokingly wagered a galleon or two on it; there was always someone's familiar that decided to start exploring early. As was, he found himself visually marking out the Hufflepuff student leaders just in case. Except, well, where exactly was the new Head Boy? "I think you may be right, Ignatius." Tristan said as a first year girl started yelling about her toad. He chuckled as he watched the scene playing out. This was Hogwarts...and boy had he missed it. Quote:
Originally Posted by Birchwoodmom No sooner had the water incident come to an end that she heard the headmaster's words. "I can't quiet make it out from here, but there does seem to be something amiss. I sure hope it's not a cat. I don't care to be an itchy mess all evening." She leaned forward a bit to get a better look. Still not being able to tell what was there, she considered getting up from the table. However, before she could offer to go and check it out, Kaysha volunteered. Kassie shrugged her shoulders and quickly lost interest. No students were being injured by or showing distress over whatever was happening, so she was fine staying right where she was. Plus, the food had to be there soon and she was hungry. When he heard Kassandra's comment about cats, a rueful grin played across his lips. "Are you allergic, Kassandra? I'm surprised you aren't an itchy mess already. There are many cats in the castle as well as Kneazles in the barns. You may want to take a daily allergy potion." He said with a wink, trying to hide his amusement. Quote:
Originally Posted by DaniDiNardo The more he stared was the more perplexed he became. It had nothing to do with worry but more to do with the growing frustration at not being able to see whatever was going on. It could've been literally anything.
Slowly, he shook his head at Stewart's question, noting that whatever it was it wasn't causing screams, disorder or panic. "No...no I'm sure the prefects can handle it. That's their job, afterall." It wasn't something wide scaled. They gave the kiddos the badges, they could let them handle the minor things.
The others offering up suggestions on what it could've been told him that he wasn't simply imagining things. There was actually something there that was holding their attention. "Doubt it's a cat, we'd see that for sure and students have all seen a cat." They wouldn't react like that about another...not so many of them anyway. Maybe it was sugar, like Adara mentioned or a run away toad like Noble said. Either way, he was starving and sure they were too.
Malachi stood with his goblet, knocking at the edge with his fork to get their attention.
"Everyone, your attention please." The Headmaster paused a moment to give them a chance to settle. From a standing position, he vaguely caught a glimpse of something pink. A pygmy puff, maybe? Definitely something the prefects could handle without it being blown up. "Welcome to another year at Hogwarts. For the new students settled among us, we find ourselves in the same shoes...well...relatively same. I'm up here, you're down there--but figuratively we're in the same shoes." Ahem. Moving on. "By the positioning of my seat--I guess the fact I'm addressing you too. You know what, there were probably a lot of hints--anyway, it's clear I'm the new Headmaster. My name is Malachi Trent and I look forward to working with you all moving forward." Excited really, but there was no need to put that into the speech.
Briefly, the man peeked down at his hand, a subtle gesture to see the next item on his impromptu list. "After that bit of unpleasantness last term, I think we could all use a fresh start. We do have a few new members on staff. Starting at the very right end of the table, Professor Joseph Flamel will be in charge of the subject of Ancient Runes. Beside him, Professor Justine Aramis taking over Arithmancy." He paused just enough for them to give a small wave or however they wanted to go about that. "Professor Dolly Dopple will take on the position of Charms Professor. On her left, Professor Kassandra Sullen has taken up the post of Divination Professor. To my left, Professor Amelia Adara. She will be the new flying instructor and healer. At the very left end, Professor Joyce Darlington for Transfiguration."
Again, he glanced down at his palm. "Huh?" Oh. "Oh right. As always and as a word of caution to our new students, the forbidden forest is--as you guessed--forbidden. Anyone found in there, if not eaten by the acromantulas or carried off by any number of other things lurking, will have to sit through a particularly non-stimulating detention that may leave you wishing you were eaten. Unless I decide otherwise, then you you may end up eaten afterall through a series of unfortunate circumstances that were likely unintended." Can't say they weren't warned. "On another note, classes begin bright and early in the morning. I know many of you may be excited to be back with your friends but tardiness and lethargy will not be tolerated so get a good night's sleep. You have all year to catch up. But enough from me for now, let's eat!"
He took his seat then and watched the food appear at each table. It was funny how the little moments brought the strongest bits of nostalgia. Something he'd think about once he got his stomach full.
Malachi didn't waste a second before he began piling his plate. Where to start?? Tristan was just about to ask if he should go to the Gryffindor's when Kay asked if she should go to the Ravenclaw's. Hearing the Headmaster's response, Tristan stayed seated...but his eyes were on that table throughout the Headmaster's speech.
It was plain to see the new Headmaster was not only excited, but nervous. Tristan grinned glancing over for a moment to look at his new boss who was rambling slightly. as he went through the new professors, Tristan clapped in welcome to the new staff members. It was great having new people. Of course the others would be deeply missed, but it was nice to have new people around.
When the Headmaster finished his speech, and the food appeared on the table, Tristan immediately started eating. He hadn't really had much since breakfast trying to get all the creatures settled. He also had a bone to pick with a certain Head Boy...but that would come later.
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