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10-05-2022, 12:47 AM
| | |  Noltie's Botanical Novelties
Noltie's Botanical Novelties is a peculiar little shop which looks as though humanity has abandoned it entirely and nature is trying its best to take over. While the storefront is similar in appearance to the stores on either side, tendrils of plants have broken through and weaved in and out of the brickwork and there are strange and beautiful flowers seemingly growing right out of the mortar.
Inside the store its generally humid like a greenhouse and it smells fresh and loamy - definitely heaven for anyone with the proverbial green thumb. The plants are organised by their geographic origins, and as you approach certain areas you might notice temperature changes and weather charms expertly in place to best serve the plants in question.
Noltie's prides itself on acquiring and stocking only the best magical and mundane herbology supplies. Even those plants which are not on the permanent inventory can be acquired on request, so too can almost any non-magical plant, for a price. Nothing illegal is stocked here. Noltie's will not sell dangerous plants to minors, or anything that requires a license without the appropriate paperwork, everything in this store is above board, though we have heard there is a shop in Knockturn Alley that takes care of that sort of thing...
This shop is owned by an NPC and is a part of the IC Shopkeeper initiative. For details, please see this thread.
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He was convinced that Dr. Myrna Tozer was offer her rocker and may need to have her license revoked. She knew his Herbology marks...so why would she even fathom suggesting that he get himself a little houseplant for his room and, eventually, own flat. His own flat was still...pending. The details of all that a little overwhelming but also knowing he did not want to live at home for all too long either. It was fine for now, the post graduation lull and general lethargicness ought to be indulged in for at least a little bit before he was smack in the face with the bag of bricks that would be university life, but...yeah...living at home was a temporary solution to his social apprehensions. He supposed that the tipping point to following through with the woman's suggestion was not only his aunt's encouragement but also Freddie's.
Okay, fine, he will get the stupid houseplant and no one better be on his back about it dying on his watch.
Stepping into the shop, Atlas did what he could to avoid the one plant wrangler who had a stare that was scarier than the Neo Alliance at times - okay, so that really was not a fair comparison but she was really intimidating and really hard not to gawk at because she was quite striking, and maneuvered about the shop while adjusting his backwards baseball cap until he meandered over to the mundane plant section and found...Daniel Yoon.
"Careful, that one will throw thorns at you if you look at it funny," he warned dryly as his hands slipped into his pockets and he rocked back on his heels.
Daniel was starting to have doubts about the gift he wanted to buy for his grandmother. A plant did seem a bit mundane. With the amount of money they had, it would even be considered an insult. But then he remembered being on his way to relax in the jacuzzi when he had overheard his grandmother talking about how she would love to get a simple bouquet of flowers every now and then.
Ever since hearing those words, Daniel had planned to get her a bouquet of flowers. And his first step had obviously been Diagon Alley. If he could get her a bouquet of magical flowers, she would definitely brag about it to her gardening friends. Though he had still to look into the law to see if he was allowed to gift something magical to a muggle.
The smell of lavender caused him to stop in his track and the soon-to-be seventh-year Hufflepuff turned to look at it. He had always enjoyed the smell of lavender but then again, didn't most people? It was one of the more popular fragrances after all. He reached for the price tag and was about to read it when a familiar voice distracted him. "Are you speaking from personal experience? Because that would explain why your face is the way it is." he responded, clearly not believing Atlas had warned him out of kindness. And who over the age of thirteen wore their baseball cap backward? He had no class at all. He looked away from the older guy to check the price tag and felt almost insulted by how cheap it was.
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It had been quite some time since Siofra had found any reason to have to make the trip to Diagon Alley. In truth, she preferred to leave her homestead as little as possible, but she could be more easily persuaded depending on the location. Here was not one she would have thought could have been an easy sway, but clearly her old peer had done her research on the girl because a promise of some new stock at Noltie's Botanical had been really all she needed. Though why her old peer had cared enough to get her here was certainly still a mystery to the red head. She didn't particularly remember them being close. Or if they'd even been at Hogwarts together all seven years. But perhaps she just made more of an impression than she thought she had.
Which was false modesty really. She knew she'd made an impression. She just wasn't all together sure it had been a good one.
Entering the store and unable to help the grin at the comfort of all the greenery surrounding her, Shay began to peruse the shelves while she waited. Her prior peer had mentioned potentially having someone with her, but the former snake didn't think much of that or mind a stranger joining. She could be personable enough when she felt like it.
Remembering the missive had mentioned waiting by the trilling tulips (some of her favorites too), she headed that direction and admired the colors of the plants while she waited.
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Noltie's, she had to admit, was not the first place that came to mind for two friends (it had been long enough for them to be considered as such, yes?) to meet up. The Leaky Cauldron or the bowling alley instantly came to mind, whereas the plant shop was one of the last places she'd consider. Nevertheless, the dancer and part-time barista didn't mind the location that had been picked. All she needed to do once her shift at the café was over was cross the alley, pass by a few shop windows, and make her way inside.
Despite working at Espresso Patronum for the past two years and having walked by the plant shop countless times, this was the first time that Julia had ever stepped into it. Immediately the humidity and the variety of scents hit her, and she couldn't help but take in all of the greenery before her. It certainly was different from what she was used to at the café and the dance halls she frequented.
Slowly but surely, she weaved her way past numerous flora, keeping an eye out for the person who said to meet her there and someone potentially tagging along with her. Eventually she found herself at the trilling tulips, which she had been told was the meeting spot. Already there was someone there, though her friend and her assumed companion were nowhere to be seen.
"Excuse me," she said to the redhead. "You haven't happened to see someone with curly blonde hair, bright blue eyes, and a bubbly personality who goes by Avery around, have you? I'm supposed to be meeting her and possibly one of her friends here."
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In her waiting, she absolutely began to play with the tulips, moving the colors here and there and tapping them with her wand to hear what kind of chorus they made together. When she noticed someone approaching her, Shay's initial reaction was it was probably an employee coming to tell her to either make a purchase or move along. She'd certainly made quite a few poor combinations at this stage. Mostly intentional for those as well, if she was being honest.
But then the brunette was asking if she'd seen someone and described Avery to a T, before even using her name. Shay had a suspicion forming, but no concrete proof so she just looked the girl over for a moment, before giving a shake of her head. "I know her, but I haven't seen her. I take it you're also supposed to be meeting her here? Maybe she simply got held up?" She'd left all her own methods of contact at home, which didn't help her here if Avery had in fact reached out to give them any type of update on her own whereabouts.
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The noise that was coming from the tulips certainly was a choice. It didn't go unnoticed by her, considering she knew a thing or two about music from the Academy and her choice of career. Though no comment was made about the poor combination. They were just flowers, and surely it must not have been easy knowing what noise would sound without a little trial and error.
When the redhead responded that she knew Avery and hadn't seen her, Julia couldn't help but look her up and down. She had to admit that the person standing before her was not what she had anticipated. A nod of her head was given in response to the first question. "Yes, plans were a bit last-minute. But here we are." Well, at least two out of the three were there.
As for the second question, the brunette considered it for a moment. "Maybe," she said with a shrug of her shoulders. As aloof as Avery could be, it wasn't like her to not be somewhere on time, especially when she was the one that had orchestrated the whole thing. But, she supposed, it was possible that something had come up. "I could send a Patronus... see what's going on," she offered. "I'm Julia, by the way."
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It was probably easier to make the better combinations, if she'd been well versed in the meaning of the different colored tulips. But unfortunately, despite her love of florals, that was never something Siofra had studied and committed to memory. Maybe one day - if she chose to pursue trilling tulips in her gardens at home, especially. But certainly not today. Who would have the time for that?
Shay noticed the up and down look. And being who she was, which was truly ever the narcissist, she smirked a little at the motion. The idea that it could have been a judgement or just reaffirmation of an expectation of a 'friend' that was being brought along - she of course jumped to the fact it was because she was beautiful. A fact she knew and was quite pleased with. And it certainly didn't bother her when Avery's other companion was also a looker - which she did make certain to return the favor and check the other woman out, blatantly obvious as she did so. "At least the pair of us know how to be on time." She said goodnaturedly. She didn't actually mind Avery being late - just thought it was strange she had not chosen to accompany one of them to the meeting spot. What was the point of gathering all three of them?
"If you'd like to. I don't mind just hanging around as well. There's always plenty to see in Nolties. And the Trilling Tulips are rather entertaining." Part of her lifestyle and the spontaneous way she lived was Shay could often find things to occupy herself in any given situation. Though, her favorite past time certainly seemed to be flirting. Offering her hand, she offered the other girl a smile. "Siofra. Pleasure to meet you, Julia. How do you know Avery?"
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A brief wave of warmth flushed over her not due to how humid it was inside the shop but because Avery's friend was smirking at her, making it very obvious that she had been caught looking at her. Or perhaps it was the fact that the redhead had returned the very same look that was making her feel something stirring in her stomach. Whether that was a good or a bad feeling, time would tell.
"Well, you know how Avery can be," Julia remarked with a shrug. "Time is an illusion according to her. She'd just say she never arrives late to anything and that we showed up far too early." In all honesty, she didn't mind -- it typically gave her enough time to scout out a place and get in the right mindset for whatever would be going on there.
She did have to agree that Avery not showing up with one of them was a bit strange, especially considering this was her idea. "I'll send one out, just to make sure things are alright on her end," the brunette said as she took out her wand. Soon a silver swan emerged and gracefully glided out of the shop. Now all that needed to be done was wait and see if there would be a response.
"Oh, do you come here often? It would seem like this spot was chosen because of you then," she commented as she accepted the hand that had been offered for a few fleeting moments before letting go. "I met Avery earlier this year at the café I work at part-time just a couple doors down. After serving her one caramelatte, I was basically absorbed into her friend group. How about you?"
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"Well, you know how Avery can be," Julia remarked with a shrug. "Time is an illusion according to her. She'd just say she never arrives late to anything and that we showed up far too early." In all honesty, she didn't mind -- it typically gave her enough time to scout out a place and get in the right mindset for whatever would be going on there.
She did have to agree that Avery not showing up with one of them was a bit strange, especially considering this was her idea. "I'll send one out, just to make sure things are alright on her end," the brunette said as she took out her wand. Soon a silver swan emerged and gracefully glided out of the shop. Now all that needed to be done was wait and see if there would be a response.
"Oh, do you come here often? It would seem like this spot was chosen because of you then," she commented as she accepted the hand that had been offered for a few fleeting moments before letting go. "I met Avery earlier this year at the café I work at part-time just a couple doors down. After serving her one caramelatte, I was basically absorbed into her friend group. How about you?" The flush was cute and just caused Shay's smirk to remain on her face. At least until it was disrupted by a laugh at Julia's very apt description of Avery. Truly, it was just that line of thinking that made the red head get along with the blonde. Perhaps she was not late, but always having something to say to spin a situation to being in her favor was not a foreign concept. "You make a fair point. She'll show up when she shows up." Or she wouldn't, and as long as they knew she wasn't in a ditch somewhere she supposed that was fine as well.
"Good plan." Shay replied, leaning gently against one of the displays behind her as she watched the girl. A swan patronus? That seemed fitting - a creature just as graceful as the conjurer. "Hopefully she is somewhere she can at least give us a head's up. Think we should plan a search and rescue if we don't hear back from her in the next..." She glanced at her watch, trying to determine the usual level of tardiness. "15 minutes?" That seemed a decent enough time frame.
At the question, the red head nodded, taking a glance around the familiar room. "About one of the only reason's I come to Diagon Alley anymore. Not much reason after having graduated." Although she did note Julia mentioned she worked here - a tidbit to file away in case she ever opted to come back and swing through to say a hello. "The joys of meeting someone so extroverted, right?" That also sounded incredibly on point for the missing blondes personality. "Hogwarts. I tried to flirt with her a few times before we were officially friends but always turned down flat." Not that she'd minded, flirting had always been more of just... how she acted, not truly sincere almost all of the time.
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Julia was doing her best not to think about the flush of her face too much. While she was very aware of what, or rather who, had caused it, she was very much going to place the blame on the muggy environment that was being magically maintained in the shop. Such a phrase didn't need to be made, however, as it hadn't been pointed out, which she was quite okay with for the time being.
"I think fifteen minutes is fair enough," she agreed with a nod of her head. "Though a search and rescue would be like finding a needle in a haystack. The girl likes to leave her mark everywhere." Which, in her opinion, wasn't a bad thing. Being so extroverted just wasn't her thing. The dance studio and café were all she needed really, though she did have to admit appreciating the moments people like Avery dragged her out of the typical routine.
Being inside Notlie's and standing in front of the redhead was one of those moments -- it was something different. A simple nod was given in response to Siofra's familiarity with the shop. "Makes sense. Well, if you're looking for another reason to make the trip to the alley that'll be worth your time, I do recommend the café," she stated without really thinking before speaking. The words soon registered in her mind as did Siofra's statement about once flirting with Avery, and she was relieved to see a silver hummingbird make an appearance.
"Hey, girlies! So sorry for not reaching out sooner. Something -- Elliiiiiot, hehehe, stop iiiiiiit -- came up. You two go have fun together! I'll catch up with you both sometime soon. Promise!"
"Well," Julia muttered as the hummingbird vanished. "That explains everything."
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It was uncharacteristic of her to not point out the red to the other girl’s cheeks, because from experience it usually just made a blush even deeper and she thought that was cute as well. Perhaps it was the fact they were supposed to be hanging out for an extended period of time with a third party, though she supposed she also wouldn’t be that surprised if this was some type of set up Avery had concocted. Why else would she want to hang out with both of them at the same time?
“You make a good point there. You also can’t really do the ‘think like the missing person’ route with Avery either because her thoughts are always so all over the place.” Which probably sounded like an insult, but honestly she thought it was impressive how not predictable the girl was. Shay herself was pretty predictable at this point in her life - something she wouldn’t have seen coming before. She didn’t mind it though, there was something nice about a routine and the familiar. Though that didn’t mean she couldn’t still shake things up now and again.
While she’d behaved and not mentioned the earlier blush, there was no amount of self control the red head could have had to stop her from taking the bait with Julia’s statement about the cafe. It occurred to her she might not have meant it as an open flirt, but she was who she was so she was still going to take it as an invitation to be a little bolder. “I’m sure I’ll be back to do just that. I’m glad you’re equally as excited to see me again already.” She winked before her attention was drawn to the hummingbird.
The familiar voice got an immediate snort of amusement from Shay, as she shook her head fondly. “Well, i certainly think we can make a pretty good guess on what came up.” No anger from her though, she didn’t much mind.
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With words unspoken about what had to have been noticeable, slowly but surely she could feel the warmth in her cheeks return to normal. Or, at least, she hoped that was happening. While she was one who could easily experience strong reactions, Julia was set on not being a puddle of emotions the first time she met someone. Especially if that someone happened to be rather pretty.
A light laugh sounded at the words that easily could be taken as an insult. However, the two were very much on the same page when it came to Avery and her typical impulsive actions. To be honest, that is what she personally liked about their common acquaintance. The girl certainly knew how to shake things up and get people out of their box. "Have to appreciate her spontaneity though. Keeps you on your toes."
Right now she did not feel as alert or ready for anything that might happen. The brunette was trying to push down that mention of the café (which hadn't been intended as an open flirt, though could easily be taken as such) and the nugget of information about Siofra's flirting. That would have been easy to do had the woman before her not followed up that that statement and winked at her. The warmth in her cheeks was slowly returning as she listened to the words the silver hummingbird was relaying to them.
Was she upset by the bird's message? No, she wasn't bothered by that at all. This was a very Avery thing of her to do. That free spirit went wherever the wind took her, even if prior engagements had been made. "Can't say I'm surprised," she replied lightly. "So it's just the two of us then."
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Gabriel was much delayed at getting his brother a housewarming gift, but he'd been too busy to go shopping all summer. Work kept him occupied most of the time he was away from his husband, and though he loved Brody immensely...getting a gift for his twin brother was personal. He needed to focus, think about whether Rafa would actually like something, or if it was just something that he wanted himself.
Knowing his brother, though, he thought a trip to Noltie's would be inspirational. A plant was a typical housewarming gift, if he recalled correctly, and even if Rafa already had houseplants, another wouldn't hurt. One could never have too many plants. Well, one could, but he doubted Rafael was close to that limit. He made his way to the magical plants section. Maybe a singing lily would do the trick? | |
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Knowing his brother, though, he thought a trip to Noltie's would be inspirational. A plant was a typical housewarming gift, if he recalled correctly, and even if Rafa already had houseplants, another wouldn't hurt. One could never have too many plants. Well, one could, but he doubted Rafael was close to that limit. He made his way to the magical plants section. Maybe a singing lily would do the trick? Plants weren't really his thing. Sure, Leander loved having them around the garden, but he also loved the fact that the gardener took care of them and he just got to enjoy them. There were a couple in his house, but they were made for the warmer climes of Italy, and therefore didn't need tending too that often (they did, actually, but his gardener took care of those, too). So why was he in this store?
Excellent question. Apparently, the guy he was meeting later that week had a thing for plants, and choosing the correct plant as an introductory gift was the key to getting the job. When his contact had told him, Leander had laughed, sure that he was joking. But given that he was here... Well, clearly it was not a trick. Heading in the direction of the magical plants, and looking incredibly out of his depth, the man rubbed a hand across his stubble and nodded at the other guy in the area.
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Originally Posted by Harron Peasley Plants weren't really his thing. Sure, Leander loved having them around the garden, but he also loved the fact that the gardener took care of them and he just got to enjoy them. There were a couple in his house, but they were made for the warmer climes of Italy, and therefore didn't need tending too that often (they did, actually, but his gardener took care of those, too). So why was he in this store?
Excellent question. Apparently, the guy he was meeting later that week had a thing for plants, and choosing the correct plant as an introductory gift was the key to getting the job. When his contact had told him, Leander had laughed, sure that he was joking. But given that he was here... Well, clearly it was not a trick. Heading in the direction of the magical plants, and looking incredibly out of his depth, the man rubbed a hand across his stubble and nodded at the other guy in the area. Gabriel couldn't decide. He thought the singing lily made for an excellent gift, but he also knew they could be annoying in close quarters. So maybe...not the right gift. He moved on toward the selection of flitterblooms, noticing another customer there.
Well, maybe a customer. The man looked concerned. Gabriel took a second glance, making observations about his choice of shoes and his stance and deciding...this fellow had no idea where to even begin in a plant shop. He gave him a reassuring smile and nod, but didn't say anything. Then, returning his focus to the plants, he picked up a potted flitterbloom to take a closer look at its tentacles. | |
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Theo had a sad plant in his hands. One he had purchased a LONG time ago but had managed to keep alive until now, hence why he was here. Okay, that might not be the only reason he was here, and he certainly didn’t kill this plant on purpose…
Honest.
Obviously he had no idea if Noltie’s had plant revival techniques to offer, or if he would emerge with a new plant altogether, but here he was, lingering outside of the door. Maybe he shouldn’t. Ahhhhh, he had nothing to be afraid of, other than the wrath of Valerie for not keeping in touch.
It had been a rough few months, in all fairness. He just hoped she still worked here. Theo braved it and pushed the door open, making a beeline for the counter straight away to look for her.
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Originally Posted by Zoe With words unspoken about what had to have been noticeable, slowly but surely she could feel the warmth in her cheeks return to normal. Or, at least, she hoped that was happening. While she was one who could easily experience strong reactions, Julia was set on not being a puddle of emotions the first time she met someone. Especially if that someone happened to be rather pretty.
A light laugh sounded at the words that easily could be taken as an insult. However, the two were very much on the same page when it came to Avery and her typical impulsive actions. To be honest, that is what she personally liked about their common acquaintance. The girl certainly knew how to shake things up and get people out of their box. "Have to appreciate her spontaneity though. Keeps you on your toes."
Right now she did not feel as alert or ready for anything that might happen. The brunette was trying to push down that mention of the café (which hadn't been intended as an open flirt, though could easily be taken as such) and the nugget of information about Siofra's flirting. That would have been easy to do had the woman before her not followed up that that statement and winked at her. The warmth in her cheeks was slowly returning as she listened to the words the silver hummingbird was relaying to them.
Was she upset by the bird's message? No, she wasn't bothered by that at all. This was a very Avery thing of her to do. That free spirit went wherever the wind took her, even if prior engagements had been made. "Can't say I'm surprised," she replied lightly. "So it's just the two of us then." While normally it wouldn't bother her, Siofra was glad to see that the other girl had not gotten offended on Avery's behalf - glad they were both just in the same page. Though she imagine anyone who knew and cared about Avery would have admitted the same - the blonde in question might have even agreed all on her own. "Agreed. I might begin to have lived a full hermit life if it wasn't for her promise of shenanigans luring me out here and there." Like today, for one.
She was patting herself mentally on the back for having been able to get another reaction from the other woman, and it took all the self control she possessed to not say something further to see just how red Julia could get. A color which she happened to think was beautiful. And considering the blush was not accompanied with a look of exasperation or anything, she was taking that as it was not entirely unwelcomed either. Another bold assumption to make on her end.
Shay just hoped for a favorable outcome to the day for Avery, which sounded like a potential possibility. For now, her attention shifted entirely once more to the brunette. "Not in the slightest. Think this was the plan all along or just another Avery mishap?" truly could have gone either way, but one wouldn't hear a complaint from Shay. "Well it would be a shame to waste a good meet up. You up for still hanging out with essentially a stranger? We don't have to stay here in the plant shop if you didn't need anything."
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Originally Posted by Chelliephone While normally it wouldn't bother her, Siofra was glad to see that the other girl had not gotten offended on Avery's behalf - glad they were both just in the same page. Though she imagine anyone who knew and cared about Avery would have admitted the same - the blonde in question might have even agreed all on her own. "Agreed. I might begin to have lived a full hermit life if it wasn't for her promise of shenanigans luring me out here and there." Like today, for one.
She was patting herself mentally on the back for having been able to get another reaction from the other woman, and it took all the self control she possessed to not say something further to see just how red Julia could get. A color which she happened to think was beautiful. And considering the blush was not accompanied with a look of exasperation or anything, she was taking that as it was not entirely unwelcomed either. Another bold assumption to make on her end.
Shay just hoped for a favorable outcome to the day for Avery, which sounded like a potential possibility. For now, her attention shifted entirely once more to the brunette. "Not in the slightest. Think this was the plan all along or just another Avery mishap?" truly could have gone either way, but one wouldn't hear a complaint from Shay. "Well it would be a shame to waste a good meet up. You up for still hanging out with essentially a stranger? We don't have to stay here in the plant shop if you didn't need anything." As the conversation continued, there were a few questions that came to mind. How did that flirting with Avery thing go down? What did she mean by full hermit life? What did the woman standing in front of her do for a living? Such questions went unasked, primarily because Julia didn't want to intrude on the stranger. If they were more comfortable with each other, she wouldn't have had a problem asking. For now, she was just collecting pieces of information as they came to paint a picture of who Siofra was.
"Pretty much the same for me, really," she replied. "Without Avery, I'd likely be at the café, the dance studio, or just at home with my sister." Not that those were bad places to spend one's time. However, she did have to admit that outings with Avery were always eventful.
Mind you, Avery wasn't present for this one, though credit was due where credit was due. She did orchestrate this entire meetup, whether it was part of her plan to be there with them or not. "Hard to say. It is very likely she mixed up her days, but I can see this being part of her master plan to match us up."
Realizing that it was perhaps a bit assumptions on her part to use the phrase 'match us up,' Julia didn't miss a beat to continue talking. "I have no other plans and don't mind in the slightest. If there's something you need here, we can browse around -- I have a feeling this location was more for you than me." She smiled. "Otherwise I know a few good places around to get a drink and a bite to eat if you're interested."
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Siofra fully welcomed all questions, so if Julia did decide to ask any she would have happily answered. She liked chaos a bit more than most, but she wasn't the type that felt like secrets was the ideal way to achieve those results like many of her previous peers had seemed to. For her, it had always been more of do as many chaotic things as possible and then be an open book about them. It had seemed to work well for her, thus far.
The words dance studio and sister caught her attention, both being new tidbits of information about her new companion for the day. "Are you a dancer then? Or just like to do it recreationally?" Not that one's work couldn't also be a hobby, but it was the best way she could think of asking the question. "And how many siblings do you have?" She was physically an only child and always had been, but she'd certainly lived with the weight of a brother. Though she was sure that was far, far different than the experience of actually growing up WITH someone.
"If this WAS her master plan, I can't say I mind." The red head flirted, giving a slight wink. She glanced around the shop again, before giving a small shake of her head. NEED was a strong word, though she saw a few things she'd certainly like. But they were unnecessary and would just bog her down now. "Food sounds excellent. I'm more than willing to go try one of your recommendations?"
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Originally Posted by Emzily Theo had a sad plant in his hands. One he had purchased a LONG time ago but had managed to keep alive until now, hence why he was here. Okay, that might not be the only reason he was here, and he certainly didn’t kill this plant on purpose…
Honest.
Obviously he had no idea if Noltie’s had plant revival techniques to offer, or if he would emerge with a new plant altogether, but here he was, lingering outside of the door. Maybe he shouldn’t. Ahhhhh, he had nothing to be afraid of, other than the wrath of Valerie for not keeping in touch.
It had been a rough few months, in all fairness. He just hoped she still worked here. Theo braved it and pushed the door open, making a beeline for the counter straight away to look for her. Yes.
She was still here. Unfortunately.
It was harrowing to consider this to be the manner in which her once illustrious trajectory had plateaued but there was little sense in denying the fact. It simply caused her great internal irritation and turmoil. Sensations that would soon be intensified by the sudden resurgence of a certain individual whose absence she had not been expecting nor anticipating being so incredibly bothered by.
And yet...here they were. Here they both were. Her eyes narrowed dangerously as he darted through the door and approached the counter, herself situated just off to the side giving some of the flora a spritze from her bottle containing a special elixir, and continued to glare at him in malevolent silence.
"So, it is not only humans that suffer your neglect," Valerie found herself sneering under her breath as she spritzed the plants in front of her a bit more, turned towards him, and gave him a bit of a spiritze as well.
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Originally Posted by Chelliephone Siofra fully welcomed all questions, so if Julia did decide to ask any she would have happily answered. She liked chaos a bit more than most, but she wasn't the type that felt like secrets was the ideal way to achieve those results like many of her previous peers had seemed to. For her, it had always been more of do as many chaotic things as possible and then be an open book about them. It had seemed to work well for her, thus far.
The words dance studio and sister caught her attention, both being new tidbits of information about her new companion for the day. "Are you a dancer then? Or just like to do it recreationally?" Not that one's work couldn't also be a hobby, but it was the best way she could think of asking the question. "And how many siblings do you have?" She was physically an only child and always had been, but she'd certainly lived with the weight of a brother. Though she was sure that was far, far different than the experience of actually growing up WITH someone.
"If this WAS her master plan, I can't say I mind." The red head flirted, giving a slight wink. She glanced around the shop again, before giving a small shake of her head. NEED was a strong word, though she saw a few things she'd certainly like. But they were unnecessary and would just bog her down now. "Food sounds excellent. I'm more than willing to go try one of your recommendations?" The questions she had would go unanswered, for now. While Julia was starting to get the vibe that Siofra was an open book, she still wasn't one to prod into those types of topics right from the get-go. Consider herself being overly cautious and not wanting to accidentally overstep and make a bad impression. But perhaps a warm meal and a few drinks would make her feel bold enough to ask later.
The questions that had been floating about in her head were set to the side as Siofra had taken the opportunity to ask questions about the pieces of information she had let slip without even realizing it. "Yeah, I'm a dancer. I graduated from WADA a few years ago and have been trying to make my mark as a professional dancer. I work at the café part-time, mainly for a little more income," she explained before continuing. "It's just my sister -- well, half-sister -- and I. Do you have any siblings?"
She was about to go for it and ask about her occupation, but her cheeks warmed up at the latest comment that had been made with an accompanying wink. Julia's head shifted, perhaps giving off the appearance that she was looking around at whatever the woman had glanced at. It was truthfully an effort to hide the flush of her face, which was likely obvious.
Eventually her eyes did meet with Siofra again. "Well, there's the Leaky Cauldron if you want somewhere nearby. Or The Siren's Tail is not far from the Ministry and has decent cocktails. Otherwise I know a couple of spots in Muggle London if you want to venture." The choice was hers.
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Originally Posted by Zoe The questions she had would go unanswered, for now. While Julia was starting to get the vibe that Siofra was an open book, she still wasn't one to prod into those types of topics right from the get-go. Consider herself being overly cautious and not wanting to accidentally overstep and make a bad impression. But perhaps a warm meal and a few drinks would make her feel bold enough to ask later.
The questions that had been floating about in her head were set to the side as Siofra had taken the opportunity to ask questions about the pieces of information she had let slip without even realizing it. "Yeah, I'm a dancer. I graduated from WADA a few years ago and have been trying to make my mark as a professional dancer. I work at the café part-time, mainly for a little more income," she explained before continuing. "It's just my sister -- well, half-sister -- and I. Do you have any siblings?"
She was about to go for it and ask about her occupation, but her cheeks warmed up at the latest comment that had been made with an accompanying wink. Julia's head shifted, perhaps giving off the appearance that she was looking around at whatever the woman had glanced at. It was truthfully an effort to hide the flush of her face, which was likely obvious.
Eventually her eyes did meet with Siofra again. "Well, there's the Leaky Cauldron if you want somewhere nearby. Or The Siren's Tail is not far from the Ministry and has decent cocktails. Otherwise I know a couple of spots in Muggle London if you want to venture." The choice was hers. That was certainly fair. As someone who did not consider boundaries or generally care what type of impression she made, Shay tended to be on the over inquisitive side. And perhaps those things also were what lent to her willingness to share pretty much anything about herself, no matter how long she had known the other person. It was probably better to be cautious, at least from the likable stand point.
Dancer made a lot of sense giving the girls figure and stature. There was also just a certain way that the dancers she knew seemed to hold themselves - she’d noticed it before in Davion’s brother and that one Hufflepuff, and she could see some of it in Julia as well. “That’s a pretty difficult industry to break into, isn’t it? Have you had any luck in the dance world?” She didn’t mean for the question to sound offensive, if it did, she was rather genuinely curious. “Nice that you and your sister were able to find a place together. Get along well then?” Sibling relationships always seemed to fascinate her - perhaps stemming from a morbid curiosity. “Had a brother. Just me now. But my best friends are like family and drop in pretty often.” She certainly wouldn’t call Davion and Liv ‘siblings’ but… they were certainly the only family she had now.
She considered the options for a moment. She’d been to the Leaky Cauldron a bit and it was good, and she certainly hadn’t been there since the change in management, but still… somewhere new sounded nice. “How about The Siren’s Tail?”
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Dancer made a lot of sense giving the girls figure and stature. There was also just a certain way that the dancers she knew seemed to hold themselves - she’d noticed it before in Davion’s brother and that one Hufflepuff, and she could see some of it in Julia as well. “That’s a pretty difficult industry to break into, isn’t it? Have you had any luck in the dance world?” She didn’t mean for the question to sound offensive, if it did, she was rather genuinely curious. “Nice that you and your sister were able to find a place together. Get along well then?” Sibling relationships always seemed to fascinate her - perhaps stemming from a morbid curiosity. “Had a brother. Just me now. But my best friends are like family and drop in pretty often.” She certainly wouldn’t call Davion and Liv ‘siblings’ but… they were certainly the only family she had now.
She considered the options for a moment. She’d been to the Leaky Cauldron a bit and it was good, and she certainly hadn’t been there since the change in management, but still… somewhere new sounded nice. “How about The Siren’s Tail?” The questions that Siofra posed were not taken as offensive in any way. Truthfully, she had heard them before numerous times and knew it was only natural for them to come up. It certainly was a competitive industry, but that was nothing new for Julia. "It is, yes," she replied honestly. "I've been in a few shows since graduating, nothing groundbreaking though. But once your big break comes, then you're pretty much set for life." At least that's what they said in the business.
"We actually live in one of the flats above the alley," she let slip without really thinking about it. She quickly continued speaking once she had realised that piece of information had been said aloud. "But, yeah, we get along pretty well. I can always rely on her for anything." As cliché of a thing to say, it was the truth. Without Jemma, her life would be incredibly different from what it is now.
When it was revealed that the woman had a brother, Julia was at first unsure of how to respond and moved a strand of her hair while she strung a series of words together. "I'm sorry to hear about your brother." There was a pause as she considered whether to ask further but decided that now wasn't the appropriate time. "It is good that you have those who are there for you." She knew she'd be a total mess without her support system.
"The Siren's Tail it is. I worked there as a server while I was at WADA, so I'm sure I can get us a good deal," she replied with a smile. "After you."
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She was glad to see no offense on Julia’s face at the question, and shifted from the slight naggle of conscious that she might have been rude and focus instead on the answer. So she’d been able to do a few things but… not the big break. That made sense, and she was still plenty young so it’s not like there wasn’t more time. “How do people usually hit the big break? Connections? Just.. finding the perfect part?” Was it something that was easier to concoct the situation for herself? Shay figured not, or the brunette probably would have already done so.
The share of information got a small smirk from the ginger, and she considered taking that info and turning it into a tease and yet Julia was moving on so quickly to further commentary on her sister that she decided to do the honorable thing and let it go. There was time for that later. “Always good to have someone reliable on your side.” Maybe it was a cliche, but it didn’t even strike Shay so much as one. Maybe because she’d never said it before or people didn’t talk much about their siblings around her. “Is your sister older or younger?”
She knew the information tended to make people uncomfortable, but not for the reasons it sometimes made her. But she wasn’t trying to be a drag on the conversation, so she didn’t want to launch into all the details. Instead she just smiled at the condolences and gave a small nod. “Thanks but… it’s okay. It happened a really long time ago.” And there wasn’t really a person to miss considering she never knew him. “It is. I like to try to take the world on alone but… it’s nice to know I don’t have to.” Or that she was even allowed to really. Davion especially had a way of always just showing up. Insufferable, he was, and she loved him for it.
“Excellent. I look forward to seeing your old haunt before I come back to visit you at the new.” She smirked at her again, before turning to head towards the door of Noltie’s, opening it up and stepping to the side to let Julia walk through first for their exodus.
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The share of information got a small smirk from the ginger, and she considered taking that info and turning it into a tease and yet Julia was moving on so quickly to further commentary on her sister that she decided to do the honorable thing and let it go. There was time for that later. “Always good to have someone reliable on your side.” Maybe it was a cliche, but it didn’t even strike Shay so much as one. Maybe because she’d never said it before or people didn’t talk much about their siblings around her. “Is your sister older or younger?”
She knew the information tended to make people uncomfortable, but not for the reasons it sometimes made her. But she wasn’t trying to be a drag on the conversation, so she didn’t want to launch into all the details. Instead she just smiled at the condolences and gave a small nod. “Thanks but… it’s okay. It happened a really long time ago.” And there wasn’t really a person to miss considering she never knew him. “It is. I like to try to take the world on alone but… it’s nice to know I don’t have to.” Or that she was even allowed to really. Davion especially had a way of always just showing up. Insufferable, he was, and she loved him for it.
“Excellent. I look forward to seeing your old haunt before I come back to visit you at the new.” She smirked at her again, before turning to head towards the door of Noltie’s, opening it up and stepping to the side to let Julia walk through first for their exodus. Had someone else asked her about her career as a dancer, perhaps someone from WADA or a director, she might have been a little more sensitive to the questions. But, from others, such questions came from a caring place or sheer curiosity. "A mix of both, from what I can tell," Julia told Siofra. "It's either that or you have to outshine everyone so much that you can't not get noticed." She had a few connections, but just hadn't landed anything huge yet. Nevertheless, her competitive nature was still ablaze and she still had time having been officially in the business for only a few years.
The smirk did not go unnoticed, and at this point, having seen it appear often enough, she was under the assumption that meant there was a comment brewing in the woman's mind that would more than likely make her blush if it was said aloud. She braced herself (as best as she could anyway, considering the words that came out of Siofra's pretty lips were pretty unpredictable), only to be surprised that innocent talk of her sister continued. "Yeah, Jemma is great. She's older than me, so arguably more reliable than default," she told her with a laugh.
When the brother was spoken of, a simple nod of her head was given. She, despite the smile that was sent her way, was getting the vibe that perhaps sibling conversations were a topic for a different time. So she didn't press on with further questions about what happened a long time ago, though she had to admit that she was intrigued. "I know how that is," the brunette agreed, feeling she was a lone wolf when it came to navigating her little world of the performing arts yet still having her sister, Avery, and a few other friends to lean on outside of it.
Siofra's next comment and smirk brought back that flush to her face as they walked toward the door. There was no hiding that, but the dancer and barista carried on with keeping her composure despite the emotions. "Already making plans to see me again, hmm?" she asked with a smile as she walked through the door and stalled in the alley before the duo continued their trek. "How forward of you."
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Originally Posted by Zoe Had someone else asked her about her career as a dancer, perhaps someone from WADA or a director, she might have been a little more sensitive to the questions. But, from others, such questions came from a caring place or sheer curiosity. "A mix of both, from what I can tell," Julia told Siofra. "It's either that or you have to outshine everyone so much that you can't not get noticed." She had a few connections, but just hadn't landed anything huge yet. Nevertheless, her competitive nature was still ablaze and she still had time having been officially in the business for only a few years.
The smirk did not go unnoticed, and at this point, having seen it appear often enough, she was under the assumption that meant there was a comment brewing in the woman's mind that would more than likely make her blush if it was said aloud. She braced herself (as best as she could anyway, considering the words that came out of Siofra's pretty lips were pretty unpredictable), only to be surprised that innocent talk of her sister continued. "Yeah, Jemma is great. She's older than me, so arguably more reliable than default," she told her with a laugh.
When the brother was spoken of, a simple nod of her head was given. She, despite the smile that was sent her way, was getting the vibe that perhaps sibling conversations were a topic for a different time. So she didn't press on with further questions about what happened a long time ago, though she had to admit that she was intrigued. "I know how that is," the brunette agreed, feeling she was a lone wolf when it came to navigating her little world of the performing arts yet still having her sister, Avery, and a few other friends to lean on outside of it.
Siofra's next comment and smirk brought back that flush to her face as they walked toward the door. There was no hiding that, but the dancer and barista carried on with keeping her composure despite the emotions. "Already making plans to see me again, hmm?" she asked with a smile as she walked through the door and stalled in the alley before the duo continued their trek. "How forward of you." Both sounded like it made sense. At least it wasn’t just about the connections, like a lot of different routes seemed to be. “Outshining everyone is something I imagine you can do, so I’m sure you’ll get your break.” She WAS gorgeous, so Shay imagined it was nigh impossible to not have your eye drawn to the girl when she was performing. Maybe that was something she could get a future ticket to from Avery - again, out of curiosity of course.
She loved being predictable - honestly. Knowing Julia was already anticipating what she might have been thinking would have brought her large amounts of amusement and pleasure. But it was fun to keep one on their toes too - mix things up by giving the occasional break from her flirtatious nature. With any luck, maybe the other girl would miss it or just spend more time later thinking about what it could have been. “Being the youngest is the best I imagine. By default, doesn’t that give you a pass to delegate some of the responsibility?” Perks of having been born second, right? Though that was just what she figured having observed the Sawyer’s. The youngest certainly had it made in that family.
While she didn’t mind terribly talking about her brother, it was still appreciated when people backed off. So Julia just got a return smile at her nod while the red head happily moved on to other topics.
At the mention of being forwarded, Shay threw her head back and laughed before regaining her composure quickly and giving a small shrug. “Ever notice how much time people waste with subtlety? Life’s too short to not be direct.” One of her mottos, as it were. “Is the idea of me seeing you again not welcomed?” She wasn’t a monster, if she was making the girl uncomfortable she could certainly back off. But she was taking the blush to her cheeks, present moment included, as a good sign.
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