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Originally Posted by BanaBatGirl (Post 11637361)

Rapunzel had taken to doodling snitches on the pad of autograph paper at her table, since it was quite lonely and boring over here, and then decided that snitches flying out of a cannon would really be a better drawing. She was getting quite into the doodling and even thought about charming the paper to REALLY make the snitches fly, when lo and behold... a shadow crossed her paper. Two shadows, actually, one taller than the other.

She looked up and blinked her wide green eyes. "Savannah?" Omg it was not. "VANNAH! What are you doing here?!" She grinned and stood up, of course, to give her oldoldoldoldold school friend a hug. After the hug, she beamed down at Savvy's little boy. "And whoooo is this?!" He was probably wondering the same thing, but it had been a while!

If Savannah could have smiled any wider, she would have. But as it was, that probably wasn't possible. Yes, it was definitely her. Savannah, in the flesh. "Punz!" The woman repeated, letting a little laugh escape as she hugged the Chaser back. "We're here with Alexis, supporting the Magpies." For obvious reasons, even if Curt wasn't an official part of the team at the moment. "I would ask you the same, but I heard from a little birdy that you were here somewhere with your own team." Except.. Vannah didn't see a team, just Rapunzel on her own. Maybe the others had gone for food, or something? Never mind that for now. "It's so good to see you again! How have you been? How's Ryan doing?"

Noah, eyeing the other mascot - the butt wiggling bat, halfway tuned out his mum's exchange with the Chudley Cannons chaser until the woman seemed to be talking to him. Grey eyes shifted toward her, his lips tugging upward into a grin again. "Noah Diggory," The seven-year-old answered, adding afterward: "ma'am." He still didn't know what to call her, so ma'am would have to do.

The same Noah Diggory that had been to one of the Cannon games, during which he had yelled 'Go, Pretzel, Go!' as loudly as his little lungs had allowed. Given, that Noah Diggory had been a lot smaller. Two or three at most, and the boy wasn't convinced that had actually ever happened - even if Mum insisted it had. The thought alone made his cheeks flush.

SPOILER!!: Vivi and Max

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Originally Posted by Cassirin (Post 11637958)

SPOILER!!: Zeke and Max

"My heart is breaking a little bit," Vivi sighed before crouching down in front of the boy. Emily's boy, apparently, if what he was saying was true. He didn't look a bit like Vivi's boss, but the kid had said his mum was head of security. "Y'know, I hate to give up being Max's biggest fan, but I'm really glad that he has someone like you to look out for him."

Really, who would dare mess with Max James when he had a fierce little man standing there looking so firm about things? "I'm very cool," Vivi grinned at Max over Zeke's shoulder before returning her attention to the young man. "I work for your mom. I'm an Auror. That's sort of cool, right? And I did play at Hogwarts. I played Chaser for the Ravenclaw team. And I played Beater when I was at Beauxbatons." So she was actually a well rounded player, thanks.

She stood to lean across the table and get a kiss from the Quidditch star. And one from Dylan, too, because he was right there. She liked being consulted on Quidditch things, especially because she cared about the sport and paid attention, but Max was the only one who took her time playing at Hogwarts seriously. "I had that problem, actually. Broom control? It's because I'm smaller and lighter than Mr. Musclehead, here. Try moving your seat back a few inches and holding the broom lower on the stick. It lowers your center of gravity and gives you better leverage when you have to fight the broom."

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Originally Posted by feeheeheeny (Post 11638064)

Text Cut: Zeke and Vivi!

Boss of security? Ah, so that meant Vivi must know her. It was a bit odd, he thought, that the boss of security would be so lenient to let her son wander off on his own... but maybe she was so confident that her team would do such a good job that there was nothing to worry about? Perhaps.

...Zeke wanted to be his security? Max chuckled at that in good humor, grinning between the boy and Vivi with the utmost delight. "You are absolutely hired, Zeke. Thanks." He saw no real reason that he required protection, but if it would give the kid a strong sense of purpose, he was all about fulfilling that. "I'm trusting you with my life." Heh.

As Vivi went onto explain that she did indeed work for Zeke's mum, Max sat back and smiled, watching the two of them quite cheerfully. Vivi could be kind of cold and dismissive sometimes, but Max was very pleased with how she interacted with this boy. Gave him some weird feelings this time. Of course, he supposed she had to, if this kid really was the offspring of her boss. Well. Even more reason for him to be glad he played Vivi up to be super cool to Zeke. Maybe he would go tell his mum how great that the cool Auror Vivi was and how it was so cool that she was dating his favorite Quidditch player.

It only took Max a few moments to work this all out, and when he did, he was pretty smug with himself.

"Vivi's super good. She could've gone professional, really, if she'd wanted to." He meant that, too, and he offered her a sincere smile to back it up. Of course, he couldn't blame her for the profession she'd chosen - being an Auror seemed like the perfect fit for Vivi. She was everything one needed to be for such a job.

The Keeper returned the kiss eagerly and pulled back to grin even more at her advice. It figured she'd take the technical, detailed approach at what Zeke could do better. He hoped she would, really, since his answer had been way more theoretical and mushy and cheesy whereas hers was solid, concrete advice.

...Mr. Musclehead. Heh.

"Told ya she's brilliant."

This was too cool, Emily could leave him here all day if she wanted to... and she just might... but he was TOTES excited. HE got to be a security peep today! FOR MAX! "I won't let you down! I promise!" he beamed, and then turned to Max's girlyfriend, "You'll have him back in one piece, and I SPOSE we could BOTH be his biggest fans, I can share the title with you if you like, you kiss him and stuff so you should be entitled." That's how it worked right? Girlies that kissed you owned your soul? Something like that, and he wasn't for that life. FREE MAN RIGHT HERE THANK YOU!

He supposed though that Max was right, blondie WAS pretty cool, especially since she worked for Emily, and as an Auror toooo! "Emily used to be an Auror! Till she got all bossy, so yeah.. you're cool. Speaking of bossy, shouldn't you be working?" At least her coolness was official now though. Yep. And on top of THAT, she also played quidditch, and goodly too, apparently. "Wait.. YOU were a Ravenclaw too?! Maaaaaannnnnn, why are all the cool peeps Claws?! Huh?!" He couldn't say he was thrilled with this revelation. Pressure much?

The advice she gave sounded pretty darn good too, and since Max approved it -- being the PRO pro -- he too approved. Hehehee, musclehead. Still standing firmly, Zeke nodded his head, his lips slightly pursed in consideration. "I'll try that too," he declared with one last nod.

Because he was being as SECURITY like, he noticed the other people around getting things signed by the players. Right. HE should do that too. Mmmhhmm.
"Oh! Max! ... Can you sign my shirt please?" Why not? Right? Go hard or go home.. something like that.

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Originally Posted by hermygirl (Post 11638173)

Nia probably should have been concerned about someone other than her Dad carrying around a picture of her mother in her wallet, but she was still preoccupied with the thought that she looked like Alina. Did that make her look old...or Alina particularly young? The latter right? Her mum did look good...so, yep, she'd go with that one.

"Oh, they're at the same place-" she started, with the plan of suggesting he should pop round sometime...but then the next bit? That was unnecessary information! A crush? On her mother? Ew! "Right," she finally responded to his point about the ministry. "I'm doing good, thanks," she said, still slightly unnerved by his confession. "Though the autographs are all part of the job..." handsome young men or not. She already had herself a handsome man, thanks.

Edward noticed some hesitance in the young ladies responses. He wondered if he'd done something bad. Then it clicked for him. He blushed a little as he stuffed his wallet back into his pocket and smiled awkwardly and tried to figure out a new way to continue this conversation (should it really continue) he wondered to himself.

Umm... he began. I'm glad that you're doing well. I suppose I should be on my way and leave you to your work today. It was really nice to meet you again and I hope you have a good day. He stood there awkwardly, not sure how to break contact. He sort of fiddled with his fingers as he looked to the photograph she'd signed.

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Originally Posted by noodles (Post 11638111)

Glitter.... oh no. Was this little cute princess Lori's clone or what? At least she wasn't wielding a shoe. But yeahhh... give her time. The terrible teens were gonna be grrreat fun for the Stemps. Hehe. “Uncle Ollie has to look smart today to meet his fans, luv.” Glitter really wouldn't go well with the awesome suit.

He laughed. This girl was CLASSIC. “I don't want to make Corbin cry, princess. How about I come to your birthday party and I can tell everyone how you beat me on the Quidditch pitch.” Was that a fair deal?

“I like your dress. Give uncle Ollie a twrrrirl.” He did a little circle action with his finger, smiling at the girl. So cute. Merrrrlin.

Smart. Saffron made a face, one that had definitely been witnessed by her Uncle on her mothers face, and pulled on his hair again. "Glitter is smart, Uncle Olipop. And it's pink...." Besides, she was the only fan that was important enough for him to need to look smart. And she was going to tell Auntie CamCam that he wasn't giving her the attention she most wanted and completely deserved.

Princess. Ah, there. Her name. The one not on her birth certificate, anyway. The seven year old sighed as dramatically as she could and shook her head. "He's a crybaby anyway!!!!! And a stinker! And he's a rotten rat! 'sides, I would beat you anyway! I'm brilliant." And he knew that already. Hadn't he seen her twirl at birthday parties? Great twirlers were obviously excellent flyers.

And she was allowed to twirl to show her dress? EEP. Saffsy twirled TWICE and then put her hands back on her hips. "Sign my poster, Oliver!!!!!"

NOW.

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Originally Posted by Schroyers (Post 11638291)

Benji nodded, right keeping up with two tents was quite the feat but he never doubted himself for even a moment. "Good, anything else i can help with?" He asked her, because again he intended on moving up here and that didn't happen by showing up and doing the bare minimum, nope that happened by showing up and doing everything he could. So that's what he always intended to do.

He noticed Vic's eyes following his own. "Not so much interesting as strange, a bunch of people just fawning over some baby when there's a tent full of famous people." He rolled his eyes. "Honestly i don't see what all the hype is around babies, the poop sleep and eat..who cares? Conan does all of those things except he doesn't cry and will never talk back." He grinned because dogs were SO much better than babies in this sense.

Victoria turned her focus back towards her employee and she gave him a smile. "That's what we like to see, eager to help out. Benji, you have shown great potential since joining our team. I hope you know how much I appreciate the stepping up. I know Mariel will and does appreciate it as well." She was very happy with Mariel's decision to hire this one. He was going to do great things for them.

"Just keep an eye on the fans, make sure they do not get too crazy. Once in awhile ask players if they need anything. We do have owners and managers around as well, do not leave them out even if they are not the spot light for the event." Keeping all parts of the teams happy was a good idea. "Oh and Benji, have some fun." She grinned, [b] "Get some autographs and enjoy the concession stands. The players got free lunch tickets and so do Sports and Games for their hard work.

Glancing back at the baby, she was a mother so she understood, but it was fine for a younger man not to. He wasn't at that stage in his life. "Babies are a new beginning. Everything in their world is new. Which means people adore their innocence. They don't know of the bad and the hurt in the world. They just want love and happiness." She chuckled about the dog comment, "Bring a puppy in here and I bet you will get the same reaction. It's no different really. People love the young." Babies were babies whether animal or human.

He was still moving around the tent all bouncing and bubbly. Was there more children around to play with him! That was great.

He moved towards everyone trying to get high fives and batty bum wiggles.

Throwing his batty arms in the air he danced around more and then with a little room he ran and did a not so coordinated cartwheel.

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Originally Posted by Edward Penguin (Post 11638456)

That image...wasn't going away. He had a CRUSH on her MOTHER over TEN YEARS ago! Shudder.

Regardless, she smiled at him. Always the pro. "And you. I'll tell Mum you popped by..." She saw his hesitation at the picture, but was one step ahead of him, now adding a 'To Edward,' to where she'd signed it earlier, and flapped it lightly for the ink to dry on the shiny surface. "They're still at the same place," she added, deciding it wasn't her place to judge. "Mum works from home nowadays, so I'm sure you'd be welcome if you're ever in the area." Alina didn't need to know about the crush bit though. Oh no.

Nia handed the photo to him with a final smile. "Hope you have a good rest of the day too."

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Originally Posted by Barny the Fruitbat (Post 11639139)

Was that meant to be a cartwheel, Barny? Nia raised an eyebrow. She was sure she'd since him do MUCH better ones in the past. "What was that,
Barny?" she called to him jokingly. "I can do a cartwheel better than that!"

And yep...this Pro Chaser was cool enough to show him if challenged too. Pros could have fun too!

so sorry for the wait <33

SPOILER!!: Richard, Aurora and Felicity, Barny

Gunnar often liked getting Daddy cuddles, but today was not that day. He wanted to run around and go play and Daddy was just not letting that happen. He squirmed a bit more, reaching for the ground, until he saw the big funny cat again. That thing was coming over close and the boy grabbed its hand when he stuck it over by him. He could put it in his mouth, right? He pulled the fingers closer though quickly lost interest when they slipped out of his grip. More people were talking to him.

"Be be.." Gunnar gave a little up and down wave as he leaned against his father. There was a baby just like his Chloe, did Daddy see the baby? Blue eyes moved over to the man talking to him. He didn't know what he was saying, but he was smiling so the one year old gave a smile too before yawning. He really was tired but he was fighting sleep. And then.. he looked up as he was being passed off to someone else. He knew this lady, didn't he?

"Yes, that's a baby," Ethan confirmed for his son as he rubbed his back a bit. He knew Gunnar had to be really tired but that bit of sugar rush and fighting sleep was keeping him up and making him fidgety. At least he was being still for this second. "Her name is Felicity, can you say hi?" Of course the little baby waves he gave was very cute as well. "She's really getting big.." he said with a grin to Aurora. How old was she now.. 8 or 9 months or so?

He couldn't help but to chuckle at Richard's words to his son. "Maybe a little too early to be worried about anything like that.." Well-noted though, he was sure he'd be every bit as protective over Chloe. Besides, Gunnar was more interested in cats and cookies right now. Just as he spoke, he noticed his aunt behind him who demanded his child from him. "Oh, hey Aunt Mariel.." he greeted her as he handed Gunnar into her opened arms. "He's had one too many cookies so he might be a little fidgety." At least he had been for him and simply would not stay still in his stroller any longer. "We've been having a lot of fun by the way."

As she took Gunnar to speak to a couple of the players she seemed to know, Ethan turned his attention back to Richard and Aurora. "So how have you all been? Signing a lot of autographs?" There really were a lot of people out for this. He imagined one's hand might get cramped after a while, maybe even blinded by all the flash photography.

SPOILER!!: Oliver, Nia

"No such thing as one too many cookies when you're a kid," Mariel chuckled as she took the one year old from her nephew. She was sure Gunnar would be a perfect angel while she held him, though she did admit he was a bit fidgety as she tried to adjust a bit, finding a good spot for him to settle in against her shoulder. As Ethan turned to talk to some of his friends, she turned again to Oliver, giving him a smile as he walked around the table towards her.

"Oh of course," she nodded as he mentioned Cam and the kids. How many did they have now.. two.. three? Those kinds of things were often so hard to keep track of and though this was something of a family-oriented event, she could understand that children could also be a handful at times too. "I'm sure you're all very busy.. Oh I'm doing well, thanks. Quite busy myself, but I do love my job." As much as she enjoyed playing for the Macaws, but in an entirely different way. She liked being in charge. "You're having a good time so far? Signing lots of autographs?" The 29 year old was certain that he had plenty of fans being on the team quite a while, but it was important to her that the professionals enjoy themselves as well.

"And this is my nephew's son, Gunnar," she added, shifting the one year old a bit in her arms. She didn't always like saying great nephew as she thought it made her sound old, but they were both her nephews and she adored them to pieces. "Can you say hi to Oliver?" she looked down at the yawning boy and demonstrated a little wave. She smiled bigger when she caught Nia's wave. "And look there's Nia," she added to Gunnar, pointing down to the Bat's table. "Wave to her?" She demonstrated again, looking down at him, but he was obviously too tired. Oh well. She'd go down in a minute once the crowd cleared as it seemed there were plenty wanting her autograph as well.

SPOILER!!: Iwin, Barny

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Originally Posted by kayquilz (Post 11637884)

WHAT IN MERLIN'S SOGGY-----Iwin cringed at the hug, not seeing it coming at ALL--but once he knew Barny was the culprit, he just scoffed and patted his back. The smell of a mascot suit in the morning was...like no other, that was for sure. He could only imagine the smell INSIDE the mascot suit. Gross. Running a hand through his curly hair(it was all sticking up, now, thanks Barny!) he waved with his other at the..hopefully disappearing fruitbat. "Normally fruit-bats are such calm creatures..." he commented with a smirk, shaking his head, heh.

Ahhh Esme said he was quite decent, eh? Iwin raised an eyebrow and was quite happy with hearing that. And Muirgen was signing his little book and wow--he was just amazed he had them both, here, and he felt his cheeks sting red a little..a LITTLE, okay? "Um--" he glanced at Esme. "Yeah, I'd like a picture with you two--I'm sure I'll be blinded looking at the picture later,both of you lovely ladies in it--" he said, and as he glanced around for the picture guy, he just decided he would take his own. He had a camera, yes, and he pulled it out of his bag. He handed the camera to Jack..."Mind takin' a picture, mate? Then I can that autograph?" he asked, nodding his way. "And I won't take one with you, dun' worry--" he said, laughing quite a bit now.

Oh. Huggy hug from Miss Esme. He hugged back and smirked, only slightly. "Well if I'm not a kid in a candy store!" he commented, glancing back and forth between the two. Stay on the game, Iwin--don't flirt--don't do it--be normal-- he as trying his best. He didn't want to end things roughly with players he met from his FAVORITE TEAM though!

"All right--you two pick a side--and I'll be in the middle--and Jack, take the picture whenever we're ready!" he said, trying to get things in order, yes?

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Originally Posted by Barny the Fruitbat (Post 11637940)

He gave a little wave towards Esme, because Bat out, yo!

As he was heading back towards his team strutting along he felt something at his batty leg. A cat? He looked down and noticed the little boy from earlier. Kneeling down to his level Barny waved to him and did a little wiggle. Seeing his father close behind Barny stood back up and got closer to the boy once he was in his fathers arms. Sticking out his batty hand for a little high five and maybe a hug if he child wanted it.

Was the dude ordering the face of the Ballycastle Bat's around? Telling Jack Fritzera to take a picture? Dude should want a picture with him. Grabbing the camera before anyone else could do anything he went and leaned into Jack and took a selfie with his batty hand of him and Jack. Best picture the fan was going to have all day. Setting the camera back on the table he wiggled his bum a few more times before heading towards another group of adoring fans.

Esme tucked a short lock of dark hair behind her ear, feeling somewhat awkward because of that silly mascot, but doing her best not to outwardly show it. Of course she knew her cheeks gave her away every time but she quickly tried to mask it with a chuckle and a shake of her head directed towards the bat. "This one has seemed to really embrace the term 'batty'," she added to Iwin's words, laughing a bit more. At least that crazy bat was gone now.

And she complied with the hug for her fan. He was very sweet really, and she had to remind herself that players did things like that for their fans all the time, it was perfectly ok, but his words made her blush again. "My, aren't you the charmer," she chuckled. "I'm sure you say that to all the players." But it was certainly nice to feel well-liked from the fans. As she got in position, ready to have her picture taken with Iwin and Muirgen, she noticed that crazy mascot headed their way again. Merlin. But what was he - ? Esme's mouth dropped open as she stared at Barny, watching him grab the camera and take a selfie with Jack Fritzera. "What even.. ?" she started before laughing, too stunned to know what else to say.

I'm slow...I'm sorry T_______T

SPOILER!!: people. Lots of people...and other people mentioned in other places

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Originally Posted by fanficfanatict (Post 11636826)

And she was here! Fiiiiiiiinally. Concession stand had happened and it had been glorious, but all professional snackers had to know when was time the time to be professional other things. In her case a Quidditch player. Though, she would have very happily spent all day near the food.

Maybe she would suggest they give the talent their own food trays for the next signing. They WERE doing another one of these, yes? Because that cupcake had blown her mind. The fear of living without never eating another would plague her dreams for weeks.

Perhaps she should just slip out and eat more for memories sake...

No. Vivi said work needed to happen. Merlin, she hated the logic in that. Dumb professional arrestor person logic.

Walking into the tent where the Harpies would be she scanned the room...for food. AND SAW A BASKET! Better yet, the basket was being held by a Kurumi, which practically guaranteed food. Brilliant. She was estatic.

The redhead beelined for more food. Until she saw something tall, blonde and infuriatingly handsome. Not that she hadn't already seen him all done up today. They'd come together....for travel convenience reasons.

Blush!glare.

She brushed by him and gave quick hellos to Ariana and Ella, "Hey Ariana, Ella." She grabbed Xaria's foot and squeezed it lightly, "And you Xaria." No hellos for Dylan. She was sick of saying his name today.

Then OFF she went to Kurumi. Who was wearing...WHAT WAS SHE WEARING?! Was that HER face?! Oh no. "Give me food, ASAP, Rumi. I miss be hungry because I'm hallucinating you have a SHIRT with my FACE on it!"

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Originally Posted by littledhampir (Post 11636947)

"Hello," Isobel greeted when the woman showed up at their table. She didn't know who she was, but guessed that she was from the Ministry, from Magical Games and Sports to be exact. They were the ones running this whole thing, yes? "Thank you," she said, mainly in response to the offer of help but also because she'd help put this together and that deserved recognition and thanks.

She was talking to her, right? This woman wanted her autograph? Alright then. Isobel eyed the team picture, she had one just like it somewhere around her home. "What's your son's name?" She asked the woman? He would probably like if the autograph(s) were personalized, yes?

"Yes," she nodded as the other girl appeared to know her name. Isobel still had not placed how she knew her yet. That is, not until she introduced herself. "Oh Kurumi, hey. It's nice to meet you too, I remember you from Hogwarts." They'd never really talked, but Isobel knew who she was. She'd been Kurumi Hollingberry back then, so she must have gotten married. "How have you been?" She didn't know her well enough to really ask about her life, but she could make friendly conversation.

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Originally Posted by Govoni (Post 11637034)

"Don't be ridiculous, Logan. I was teasing..." Sorta. Maybe...a little bit....Mhm.

Not bothering with whoever else might've been around for signing things, Dylan took Xaria from her arms and immediately snuggled her tiny face. "My little love!" Squish! Goddaughters were fun. He'd been wise to accept the responsibility...Besides, Xaria was always exceptionally behaved for him. Gunter probably hated it.

Dylan, the baby whisperer. It was known.

Cooing some nonsense words into her ear, he beamed at Ella...and then Selina, who had suddenly appeared from wherever she'd gotten lost to. Food. She always followed the food. Dylan should've known.

"Here, Ella." Yes, he usually hogged the godchild...and mostly, he wasn't even the least bit sorry but...he was in a good mood. For reasons...and Sel was about to get it. So, he needed free hands for that. Immediately to Cookie without a backwards glance. PSSH, rude.

Oh, wait....There was a kid. He settled on scowling at the redhead for the time being.

Also, this JAMES jersey was adorable.

"Hello."...No, he probably wasn't speaking directly to him...but Dylan still felt compelled to respond. "That jersey is nice, man."

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Originally Posted by TakemetotheBurrow (Post 11637208)

Kurumi was getting hugs later, okay? She seemed a bit busy at the moment and Ella was vying for Xaria attention but later? Later meant dragon talk and food, hopefully. She knew the older girl was good for both.

Then several things happened. A) Dylan was adorable with a baby, JUST saying. Ella noticed and just yeah, so cute. Could she SQUISH Dylan because sometimes she wanted to (Hufflepuff Problems) but she didn't know if he was the type to allow such things. Did puppy!dog eye work on him or? They certainly worked on Alec. B) Selina said hello to her and Ella silently fangirled because even though she KNEW Selina and WENT to school with her, the older girl was still something of a legend to her. She played for the HARPIES! Just Ella's favorite team since, well, EVER. "Hi Selina!" BEAM! C) Said red head got Dylan to hand over Xaria which was GREAT and also amusing because well, well. BROWS. The nineteen year old gave Ari a questioning look and then shrugged because XARIA time!

"Hello beautiful!" The blonde bounced the baby gently in her arms and grinned because AJHLDJHLS so cute. "She's getting so big, Ari. This shouldn't be allowed."

Know who ELSE was cute? The little Arrows fan? He got smiles TOO! Also, where was MAX? Ella wanted to squish HIM most of all.

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Originally Posted by Anna Banana (Post 11637270)

Another glance around the tent told Sierra things were really picking up in here. She felt sort of self-conscious all of the sudden, like she wasn't meant to be signing autographs, but rather going around the tent collecting them. Was this even real?

She turned back to Kurumi once she heard the girl's voice again. "Oh, well...thanks. I hadn't realized you were there," she said. Must have been there to see Selina. This conversation didn't seem real either. She and Kurumi? Just chatting like old friends?

Sierra sighed.

"Look, uhh...I've grown up a bit since Hogwarts. I, uh, apologize about anything and, uh, everything I may have done or said then that wasn't so pleasant," she said. There. That hadn't been so hard. There were just a few uh's around there.

Oh, heyy! Somebody wanted an autograph!

That still felt kind of weird to Sierra, who saw herself as just an ordinary person still playing a sport she loved. Especially with Kurumi standing nearby--that made it seem just like another day at Hogwarts with the Slytherin Quidditch team. Ahh, good times. Speaking of the Snakes, she suddenly spotted Dylan across the tent and gave him a quick wave before turning back to the woman before her.

"Oh, sure. What's your son's name?" she asked. And what did the woman want autographed?

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Originally Posted by Cassirin (Post 11637382)

SPOILER!!: Cute boys are cute

Vivi was trying SO hard to give Max and Selina space before she showed up and fangirled all over them, but it was too much for her nerves. And since she was properly patrolling, it was fine to saunter into the tent and give the bestie a finger wave and a million blown kisses, and to make broad gestures at Kurumi and her wild t-shirt and her basket because sharing was caring.

And then to make her way over to the Arrows. Dylan got a big wink and another blown kiss, but then all of Vivi's attention was for Max. And the mini Max. No, honestly, the young boy wearing a James jersey and eagerly swapping secrets with Max just did something to the stalwart Auror's insides. She felt like she was turning into jelly, and she didn't like feeling like that. Jelly feels were a bit too normal!girl for Vivi tastes.

"I thought I was your biggest fan, but it looks like I've been replaced." Vivi crossed her arms across her chest, across her OWN James jersey, and gave the kid a once over. The stern look only lasted a second before she offered her hand to him with a grin. "It was good while it lasted. Well played, mate. I like your jersey."

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Originally Posted by Govoni (Post 11637520)

SPOILER!!: Ariana, Xaria, and Ella!

Yes, Dylan was so generous...sharing the godchild like this.

Before switching his attention from the three ladies, he was reminded of something. "Let me know when I can watch her again."....because he'd thoroughly enjoyed it the last time....EVEN IF he'd had the other two little terrors at the same time. Christopher loved him some Xaria. It was kinda adorable.

After giving Miss Ellaphant a big (careful) hug...because of her holding Xaria, he tickled the baby's tiny foot and stepped around the table. Max had popped up.

SPOILER!!: Max, Zeke, and Vivi!

After Max's nudge, Dylan grinned because bromance reasons...and then ruffled the kids hair. "I play well because my team keeps the bludgers away. It's hard dodging those bad boys." Yea...it really was. Obviously, he was a professional with his agility...but yea. Bloody difficult all the same...

"I'm a James fan, too. It's all good. Have fun." Nope, he wasn't at all offended that the little man wasn't wearing his name. And....hello, Vivi.

After innocently giving her some appreciative looks...because she was a bombshell and ahem....he left them to it.

Hmph. HMPH

Stepping over to Cookie and Selina...because he hadn't talked to Kurumi in a very long time and it could've been awkward, Dylan dropped a kiss to Sel's forehead. Publicly. Meaning Prophet article or not, no one needed to get ideas. He would retaliate.

"Kurumi, it's nice to see you again." Perfectly polite and friendly, he was. Selina loved her and Dylan was done holding a grudge. "Congratulations on the marriage." He hadn't done so and felt compelled. "...If you ladies will excuse me..."

Winking to Sel...because yes, they had come together and spent most of the day prior...hanging out, he was off to talk to a former housemate.

Just a wave? No, ma'am.

Strutting over to the Harpies table, because it was just how he walked, Dylan waited his turn to talk to THE Sierra Greingoth. She looked father fierce today, too...

"I hope you didn't think I wasn't coming over here to see you..." Smirk. Man, it was good to see her.

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Selina was in the midst of bothering Kurumi, the one who had her FACE ON HER SHIRT, when she heard a voice call out to her. An old school voice. Literally. It was from her old school- Hogwarts. CAROLINE. She actually knew that voice, albeit it was a few years older and warmer since the last time they had spoken.

....

And she had a child. Like a real little person. Like WHAT?! Was everyone getting married and having ickles except for Selina? It was a conspiracy, she knew it.

But the kid OBVIOUSLY was adorable and Selina liked adorable things. That was the only reason Bay, her dog, had lasted as long as he had. He was worthless. Actually worthless. BUT SO CUTE.

She smiled at the little at the younger girl and got down on her knees to talk to her, "Hey Kat. It's really nice to meet you." And see her mother again, but right now it was child focus time.

LOOKS. Logan got looks.

She had, after all, married an alien.

Their kid was so cute, though. Merlin.

......

Had he just-?

Yes, he had. Idiot. What was he doing kissing her head in public? What was he doing kissing her head in general? There were reporters here. Lots of them. She saw the flashes.

But then he was being nice to Kurumi and winking at her and making her stomach flip around like it was hitting some serious turbulence. And she hated his stupid face.

Jerk.

His stupid, beautiful face.

Seriously, what WAS that thing?

hioUgihfigeouhwehirtre

STRANGER DANGER.

Someone was in her bubble and behind her and she turned around to smack them into NEXT-

Oh. It was Zak. The redhead put her hand over her chest and let out a breath. She promptly smacked his shoulder, "I am a DANGEROUS person to sneak up on. Are you stupid or something?" It was legitimate concern. What if she had Mortimer in her hand? What if she had a broken wine glass (not as unlikely as it sounded, really)? Stupid, stupid Zak.

Then her whole face broke out into a smile that etched from ear to ear. She threw her arms around him in a hug and pulled back to look at his massiveness form of a person thing. "Why didn't you tell me you were coming?"

Unprepared. She had been unprepared.

Violet eyes on Sierra, she couldn't help but blink a few times at the sudden...apology? Merlin, that had been so long ago that she had really thought about their rivalry at Hogwarts. Although she sort of missed the friendly competition. She relied on others to push herself to perfection, she had found, so she didn't always feel like being in competition with herself was enough.

And really, the only thing that stuck out in her mind that was especially unpleasant had a little something to do with Polyjuice Potion. It was sort of funny thinking about it now though, how her initial reaction had been that Sierra had stolen a kiss from Treyen that should have been Kurumi's and not Sierra's, but it all water under the bridge now.

"We all do ridiculous and stupid things when we are teenagers, Sierra," she laughed softly. "Besides, we sort of made up already...during the Christmas Tree decorating." And Kurumi had made her a special box and they had discussed....losing mothers. Thankfully for Sierra, that reality had not come to pass...which again made the Gryffindor feel a small tinge of jealousy. Must have been nice....being able to see your mother recover.

And she did see Ella again out of the corner of her eye. Small smile especially for you, Ella!

But then she was blushing, because she really only vaguely remembered Isobel from her time at Hogwarts. She had been...a first year? Second? Young enough that she really hadn't ventured too far from older students within her own house, save for a few exceptions, but certainly hadn't really gotten to know Hufflepuffs, save for Treyen, for a while. "I've been good," she smiled. She really didn't want the complete story of what happened post Hogwarts, right? She subconsciously rubbed her round protruding belly. "I'm sorry we didn't know each other better at Hogwarts. I was...um....just a little timid in my first few years. Older students scared me."

THERE SHE WAS! Beaming as Selina FINALLY made her way over, Kurumi proudly presented her with the basket of goodies and beamed some more when the red head pointed out the t-shirt. "Isn't it GREAT? I had custom made since there really isn't any maternity Harpies merchandise available. You really should tell your manager to look into that. Really missing out on some business." She glanced over towards Vivi and gave some exaggerated finger wiggles. Wait...where was Vivi going...OH RIGHT MAX! Oh, she wanted to say hello to him as well, but he was currently being claimed by an adorable little boy.

Little boy...hmmm....that might be nice....

Shaking her head to wake herself from thoughts as Dylan congratulated her. "Oh, um...thank you," she stammered with a polite bow of the head. Still holding a grudge over here, however. Name calling was not something she took lightly to thanks pre-Hogwarts schooling days.

OH CAROLINE WAS HERE! But focusing on Selina. Of course. This was Selina's day! Hence why Kurumi was wearing her face.

Which reminded her... "Hey, Selina, can you sign this Harpies team photo for one of my colleagues at the reservation?" she asked as she pulled a photo out of her charmed bag...along with several others. Small stack really. "Actually...can you sign all of these. The dragonologists over in the hatchling sector are huge Harpies fans...you guys too, Sierra and Isobel. Please."

And thank you! She had cookies in the basket.

Text Cut: Barny

Barny was pretty legit.

Kalla let him bump her with his hip and laughed aloud as he did so. Seriously, the team was indeed the best. Everyone got along well and had a great time. Kalla was seriously LUCKY to be part of a team with such amazing people... and bats.

Text Cut: Nia/Archie

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Of course Nia would have a boogie with Barny, whether the mascot was holding her hands or not. She even stood up for the fans, because, well...why not? Barny was having fun, she was having fun...what else mattered? She was grinning and laughing and life was good.

And high fives for Barny too!

As she sat back down, Nia saw her bestie and returned the wave. Mariel was probably uber busy today, having organised the event, but if she had a few minutes it'd be nice to check in and tell her how much fun she was having - and maybe even persuade Mariel back in to the air to relive their youth?

Whether it's was Jack's response or not, finally the guy had found a voice. And rather than producing money...pulled a photo from his wallet. Nia's eyes widened, as she easily recognised the woman. "My mum..." She didn't know quite how to take the fact that she'd just been mistaken for her mother, but she was relieved that she hadn't just acquired herself a freaky silent stalker.

Hang on...Edward? Oh, EDWARD! Gosh...it'd been years, a decade even - and Nia had grown A LOT since then. "From Security, right?" Nia said, recalling the memories of her youth. "You liked mum's cookies I seem to recall, and came round for dinner a few times." Something about 'feeding up the young lad' came to mind. "Sorry Mum's not here...bet she'd love to hear what you've been up to."

"Good to see you, Kalla," Nia said with relaxed smile. "It'll be good for the fans to get to know you off the pitch." It really wouldn't be long at all until the beater made the first team, given the improvements she'd been making - and possibly sooner if she had the fan support too.

As for hiding, Nia shook her head. "It can't be that bad, can it?" She had a younger brother, and quite frankly he was at his most adorable when he got to meet the Quidditch players. All that excited energy, but hiding behind Nia or their Dad shyly as he waited for them to make the first move.

***

Auntie Helena, Archie had decided, was walking FAR too slowly. He'd tried pulling her along faster, but to no avail...at least until they'd got stuck in the crowd at the entrance to the tent. Then Archie had taken advantage of being kid-sized, and had easily slipped out of his Aunt's grasp when she wasn't paying attention. A bit of people slalom later, and he'd found himself inside the tent.

Now, where was the table for the Bats? He wanted stuff signed by his super cool cousin!

Kalla gave Nia a small smile and nodded, keeping to herself that no one gave a rip about the reserves... But she appreciated her team support and the fact that Nia seemed to believe in her so much. It meant a lot. More than she had ever expressed to her teammates.

"[b]Oh it's not Arch I am worried about... it's me Mum that worries me.[/b[" And she'd say no more on the matter. Nope. Nia could see for herself.

AND THERE WAS THE CUTEST OGDEN THAT EVER DID LIVE!!! When Kalla caught sight of Archie she couldn't help but BEAM! Waving him over she let her eyes search the crowd for her mother... but when she caught no sight of her she relaxed slightly. Perhaps Jessa had escorted him and was nearby... Oh how GLORIOUS that would be...

Helena Ogden was NOT the kind of woman who frequented quidditch events for any reason. BUT when Archie had been so adamant she couldn't resist her nephew. Blast!

Weaving her way through the crowd, a frown firmly in place, she snorted softly when her eyes fell upon her youngest daughter. What was she wearing? How embarrassing. BUT her husband had been firm that Helena was to be kind and supportive no matter what. So here she was SLUMMING it with these... people... Ugh.

Making her way up beside Archie she took his little hand in hers and looked down at him, "Don't run off again, please, dear. The likes of these people... you never know what could happen to you."

She said this in her gentlest voice as she led the boy toward his cousin. Her quidditch pro of a daughter. SIGHS.

Text Cut: Olipocket

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SPOILER!!: Rich and Aurora <3

Looking up from his 'drawing', Oliver grinned at his team-mate. “Dude, you're onto something there. They'd love that wouldn't they?” He continued to doodle, drawing a goal hoop and a few clouds.

Awesome. Awesome drawing skillz were.. well... awesome.

He looked up once again and smiled WIDELY at Aurora. Nice girl she was. And a redhead. Redheads totally made the best girlfriends.. Hammy Haddock was Undeeeeeniable evidence of that. Rich had landed on his feet with this one. And there was Felicity. What a little sweetheart. The baby received a cooed greeting in baby!babbling!speak. Cute little button.

“It's good to see you, Aurora.” He nodded to the question. “I'm awesome, yeah.” Obviously. Hehe. “How're you? Come to make sure the fangirlz keep their hands off hubby here?” He smirked at Rich beside him. What? The dude was attractive... in a conventional.. boring sort of way.. if you liked that sort of thing. Quirky, maturity (in years) and curly haired all the way, man. ALL. THE. WAY.

Glitter.... oh no. Was this little cute princess Lori's clone or what? At least she wasn't wielding a shoe. But yeahhh... give her time. The terrible teens were gonna be grrreat fun for the Stemps. Hehe. “Uncle Ollie has to look smart today to meet his fans, luv.” Glitter really wouldn't go well with the awesome suit.

He laughed. This girl was CLASSIC. “I don't want to make Corbin cry, princess. How about I come to your birthday party and I can tell everyone how you beat me on the Quidditch pitch.” Was that a fair deal?

“I like your dress. Give uncle Ollie a twrrrirl.” He did a little circle action with his finger, smiling at the girl. So cute. Merrrrlin.

Oliver was sitting people watching when his gaze landed on a fellow Quidditcher who was looking over at him. Didn't she play for the Ballycastle Bats? Unsure of her name, he offered a friendly smile and a wave.

MOTHER SPOTTER! MOTHER SPOTTED! Holy smokes... No. Just no. She was not prepared.

Averting her gaze once more she caught the smile and wave from Oliver Flipping GREENWOOD. How awesome! Giving him a small smile in return she nodded her hello. See, she was playing it cool. And she was TOTALLY going to introduce herself later. He was a pretty amazing player after all... and she was an up and coming star. Bam.