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Apr 2, 2017 16:44:59 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2017 16:44:59 GMT -7
Her first comment brought a small amount of anger to his brain. Obviously he knew that, but he also knew she was just trying to be helpful. While that comment wasn't, he had to take a few moments to breath in deeply. Niko always had an attitude and overreacted at some things. But with his stress level, that was not the type of comment he needed, so he ignored it for the moment being. "Yes, I remember. But that's completely different, Irina. You know that." Magdalena was a stranger to them, Daniel was not. Irina was not pregnant, Magdalena was. Irina was their daughter, Magdalena was not. The reaction from his parents would be ten times worse than his reaction to his sister and best friend, if not more. "If you want...though I don't think they'd hold back with anyone there." Nikolai gave his sister a sad smile.
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Irina Rose Krum
HOGWARTS ALUM CURSE BREAKER CLAIRVOYANT
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Apr 6, 2017 14:34:07 GMT -7
Post by Irina Rose Krum on Apr 6, 2017 14:34:07 GMT -7
Irina watched her brother react through slightly narrowed eyes; she could tell her comment had made him mad, but she also knew she was right. Did he think that telling Viktor and Elena Krum that they were going to be grandparents while Magi was in the emergency room would be better? She supposed that there was no way to know exactly what their reaction was going to be until the news was shared. “Start small then, tell them about Magi. Plus shes not-” Irina stopped talking and made a gesture of a beach ball shape over her own stomach. “So that news doesn’t have to come all at once,” she suggested with a small shrug. She knew Magi’s mother had died last year, and that it had affected her deeply. She couldn’t be totally sure, but she had a feeling a motherly presence would end up being comforting for Magi in the end. “I think Mum would like her a lot; you know how she is when she finds out about...tragedies,” she trailed off softly. Their mother was incredibly hard on her own children, but she seemed to have a soft spot for their friends who had parental issues. Maybe it was just easier than her own children sometimes. “I’ll still be there though, just in case,” she promised with a small giggle. @jill9
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Apr 21, 2017 17:46:53 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on Apr 21, 2017 17:46:53 GMT -7
"I know Irina, I know. I plan to." He groaned. "But I haven't seen them in a long time, and this isn't exactly something you just say in a letter. I've just been so busy and it doesn't ever cross my mind." Lately his time was filled with working, taking care of Magdalena, and setting up the nursery for her birthday. As a secret of course, which made him even more stressed out. Thinking of his parents made him just want to burst out into tears...which Nikolai did not do. Irina mentioned their mother, and how she'd like Magdalena. It brought a small smile to his face, but one that was more sad. "I truly hope she does like her, Ri...Magi deserves someone, especially a parent, to love her." The giggle that came out of his sister's mouth made him shake his head at her, the smile becoming more real. "Well thank you."
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Irina Rose Krum
HOGWARTS ALUM CURSE BREAKER CLAIRVOYANT
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Apr 23, 2017 15:10:07 GMT -7
Post by Irina Rose Krum on Apr 23, 2017 15:10:07 GMT -7
Irina studied her brothers face carefully, then reached over to take his hand. "Hey, don't stress, it's not like you're running off to become...oh I don't know, a stripper or something in Amsterdam," she told him matter-of-factly, squeezing his hand gently. She knew that becoming a father so young was not quite what their parents had in mind for Nikolai, but it really could be a whole lot worse. "They'll like Magi, and they'll see how much you're caring for her and that's what will make them happy for you," she insisted, letting go of his hand and grabbing one of the remaining french fries, popping it into her mouth. She chewed thoughtfully. "Plus, you know mum loves planning those little parties; the sooner you tell her the more type of parties Magi will get," she told him, then laughed. "And more presents and things you don't have to worry about, like a cradle, a high chair, diapers, formula," she added, hoping the idea of getting free stuff from a baby shower would cheer him up at least a bit. @jill9
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May 2, 2017 12:04:04 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on May 2, 2017 12:04:04 GMT -7
Nikolai's eyes widened as he looked at his sister, but he ended up laughing loudly. He shut his eyes and let his head hang backwards for a moment. "You know, Ri, I think they'd rather me be a stripper and get it out then have a tiny human to take care of." It was an amusing thought, and while he was worried of his parents reaction, it wouldn't change anything. Nikolai would love this baby no matter what. "It'll be easier with mum. I think dad might give her a hard time to start, though...at least until the baby is here and then I'm hoping he has a change of heart." Babies make everything better...right? "I think Magi would love that, especially if you help mum plan it all."
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Irina Rose Krum
HOGWARTS ALUM CURSE BREAKER CLAIRVOYANT
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May 2, 2017 18:02:49 GMT -7
Post by Irina Rose Krum on May 2, 2017 18:02:49 GMT -7
Irina stared at her brother incredulously, then burst out laughing. The idea of Viktor and Elena Krum being more okay with Nikoai being a male stripper than a father just sounded hilarious to her. "I think you underestimate them, as well as yourself. You obviously care deeply about Magi; if you didn't you would have ditched her and left her to fend for herself," she reasoned, then raised an eyebrow. " Though if you did that, then Mum and Dad would probably kill you, and I'd watch," she added. She was curious as to why he thought their father would give him a harder time than their mother, but Irina had always been super close to her father. She and her mothers relationship was getting better, but she highly doubted it would ever get to the level of bonding that she shared with Viktor Krum. Irina nodded eagerly, smiling at the idea of planning Magis baby shower. "I think Mum will love it, and I'm happy to help. She'll probably take things in hand quite quickly though," she said, laughing a little. Their mother was certainly a force to be reckoned with sometimes. "Once you learn the gender, if you're still planning on it, then you should tell her. She'd be all about getting girl or boy things for the baby," she instructed. @jill9
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May 3, 2017 9:52:14 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on May 3, 2017 9:52:14 GMT -7
"Maybe I do. But then who would? I need to be prepared for either to happen, so I'd rather think the worst in case their reaction isn't really that bad." Maybe Nikolai was thinking all the wrong way, but maybe he wasn't. He'd rather be wrong with a better reaction, then right with a worse reaction. "You know me, Ri. I'd never do that. And knowing I got her pregnant in the first place...I emotionally couldn't do that. Magdalena means a lot to me."
He laughed. "That she will. But I'm sure she'll assign you specific things to do, so don't worry." Niko grinned brightly at his little sister. "We're definitely finding out the gender. I can't go much longer without knowing! It'll be right after Magi's birthday too." Then they could talk names. That was currently the hardest thing to decide, even with a few options available to them. "And don't you worry, we'll be letting people know."
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Irina Rose Krum
HOGWARTS ALUM CURSE BREAKER CLAIRVOYANT
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May 3, 2017 10:55:24 GMT -7
Post by Irina Rose Krum on May 3, 2017 10:55:24 GMT -7
Irina nodded, understanding where he was coming from. It was definitely a scary situation for someone barely leaving his teenaged years behind, so she certainly could see why he was nervous to tell their parents. Her expression softened though as he talked about just how much he cared about Magi. “See, that right there is why you shouldn’t be so worried. You can just see it in your face how much you love and care for her; mum and dad will see that, I promise,” she told him, taking his hand again and giving it an affectionate squeeze. She had grown to like Magi quite a bit over the past months, confiding in her more than her own sisters sometimes. She was pretty sure it had to do with the fact that she KNEW Magi was experienced in what had gone on between Dan and Irina before his departure, and she was perfectly comfortable talking about it. She laughed. “Mum will assign all three of us tasks, and she’d probably make you go play golf, or something. Whatever men are supposed to do during a baby shower. Maybe dad would put together a pickup Quidditch game unless you’d want to be at the baby shower?” she told him, the last bit posing a question. She hadn’t ever attended a baby shower, so she didn’t know the proper customs for it, or if it was like a bridal shower or not. “Do you think it’ll be a girl or a boy?” she added curiously. @jill9
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May 3, 2017 11:29:00 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on May 3, 2017 11:29:00 GMT -7
The squeeze of his hand from his sister brought a smile to his face. As they grew up, Nikolai realized how much of a wonderful woman she was growing into. That small blue eyed girl was no longer small, she was becoming an adult and it was bittersweet. Her sitting here giving him advice and trying to comfort him proved just that. "I do love her. I just want them to love her." Nikolai took a deep breath and let it out slowly, looking into his sister's eyes. "I want them to love the baby."
"No I'd want to be there. This is my baby you know, not just Magdalena's!" Nikolai laughed. He could just hang out with the guys and his friends, but in all honesty he wanted to share that moment with Magi and celebrate the coming birth of their child. "I think...I want it to be a girl. But I really have no idea." Only a couple days and they'd know, and he was getting antsy waiting for it. "What do you think it's going to be?"
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Irina Rose Krum
HOGWARTS ALUM CURSE BREAKER CLAIRVOYANT
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May 3, 2017 14:08:58 GMT -7
Post by Irina Rose Krum on May 3, 2017 14:08:58 GMT -7
“And they will Niko, just you have to give them the chance to LET them love her. As in meet her,” Irina reassured him, emphasizing the last line with a bit of a wink. “They will love the baby too. And sure, maybe they will be shocked their nineteen year old son is going to be a father, but once they see your caring and mature nature regarding the situation, they’ll understand. Mum probably will first, but Dad will follow soon after,” she said, sitting back a little to pluck a french fry off the plate and into her mouth. She swallowed before laughing so she didn’t choke on her food; that was the last thing they needed, a CPR course in the middle of the Three Broomsticks! “Fair enough; you’ll both be there and you’ll both be feted with baby gifts, games and lots of food. Expectant mothers eat for two as I’m sure you’re aware of,” she commented with a smile. When Nikolai said he wanted a baby girl, Irina honestly wasn’t surprised. After what he went through as a child, she could understand being terrified of something similar happening to his own son. “Well, with the Krum track record, I’d say you have about a 75% chance of it being a girl,” Irina mentioned, smiling. Nikolai was the only boy of four children, so it appeared that the Krums were better at making girls than boys. @jill9
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May 3, 2017 15:01:39 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on May 3, 2017 15:01:39 GMT -7
Nikolai just rolled his eyes at Irina. His sister was pushy, that was for sure. Though he also knew if she was in his position, she'd be just as nervous. One, because she'd be the one pregnant, and two, she was daddy's little girl. That would be a sight to see. Of course, Nikolai didn't see that happening. But you never know, as Magdalena was on birth control when they conceived this child.
Irina almost choked on the french fry and he sat up more, eyes wide. Thankfully she eventually swallowed it, and Niko shook his head. "Goodness, Irina. You need to chew the fries!" He smiled. "Oh trust me, I'm very aware. I do the cooking, remember?" Laughter left his mouth. Whenever Magdalena wasn't getting sick, and was actually eating, Nikolai cooked plenty for her and himself. "That's perfect then. Though I'd be happy with a boy as well."
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Irina Rose Krum
HOGWARTS ALUM CURSE BREAKER CLAIRVOYANT
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May 3, 2017 16:23:45 GMT -7
Post by Irina Rose Krum on May 3, 2017 16:23:45 GMT -7
Irina stuck her tongue out at her brother. "I DID chew brother mine," she told him, taking a sip of water to ensure the last particles of the french fry went down her throat. "Luckily I know you probably know CPR or something so you would have saved me," she added, raising an eyebrow at him and smirking a bit. She knew Healing was Nikolais' true passion, and hopefully one day he'd get to do it more often than not. "I'm glad you'd be happy with either or; I know there's some kind of science-y thing now where you can choose the gender of the baby, but I don't like the sound of that. It seems unnatural," she mused, taking another french fry and popping it in her mouth. She chewed it slowly and deliberately to please her brother. "Would you teach me how to cook some basic things Niko? When I come for the weekend that is? You know I don't really know much about cooking," she asked him after a moments' hesitation. @jill9
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May 13, 2017 11:08:10 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on May 13, 2017 11:08:10 GMT -7
Irina commented on him knowing CPR, and Nikolai's mouth dropped open, scoffing. She always knew the low blows and always gave them to him. Nikolai did know CPR, he knew plenty about Healing. Of course he did, as that's what he really wanted to do with his life. And as much as Irina told him to, by skipping around the subject of course, he couldn't. He was the only male in the family, the only male to carry on the Krum name. He couldn't imagine the anger and disappointment he'd get from his parents, along with having gotten his girlfriend pregnant. "Whatever, Irina." He scrunched up his nose.
His eyes widened. "I'd never do such a thing! I can't believe people do that! Your destined with what you get." Nikolai shrugged. He'd never deliberately make a boy or a girl child, whatever happened, happened. Watching as Irina grabbed a fry, Nikolai grabbed a handful and shoved them in his mouth, chewing in thought. After he swallowed he smirked. "I suppose I can...but don't burn my house down. That was expensive."
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Irina Rose Krum
HOGWARTS ALUM CURSE BREAKER CLAIRVOYANT
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May 23, 2017 11:34:34 GMT -7
Post by Irina Rose Krum on May 23, 2017 11:34:34 GMT -7
Irina scrunched up her nose right back at him; she knew he knew what she was implying. To follow his heart and his dream of being a Healer rather than a Quidditch player. Alas, Nikolai was almost as stubborn as she was, and she knew he felt it would be disappointing their parents if he didn’t continue to play for the Arrows. To her, Ripley and probably Tania would be playing professional Quidditch as well, so at least half of the Krum children would be professional athletes. Would it really be so bad that two of them were not? Irina nodded with a small smile as he looked aghast at the suggestion. “For what it’s worth, I agree with you,” she told him, then pretended to look offended as he made her promise not to burn his house down. “Nikolai Cedric Krum, I would never do that! On purpose,” she said, grinning a little at the last part. She checked her watch, and stood up. “I have to be getting back to the castle, I have a lovely three foot essay for Arithmancy due Monday and I have yet to start it yet,” she told him. She bent down to kiss him on the cheek, then enveloped him in a bear hug. “Thanks Niko,” she whispered, knowing he’d know she meant for everything. @jill9 end on next post <3
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Jul 4, 2017 13:51:20 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2017 13:51:20 GMT -7
He knew he had a lot of things going on, and what would be better then to actually act on them and make sure that himself, his girlfriend and his child lived the best life that they possibly could? Nikolai knew things happened, and other things changed. Deciding that what he wanted for his career as well as what he'd be happiest doing was his next option. And while Irina could see that, Nikolai would also need to have a discussion with Magdalena to ensure this was the best possible decision at this moment in time.
Nikolai rolled his eyes playfully to his younger sister, but smiled at the same time. He knew she was just kidding and it didn't anger him at all. The girl would never set his house aflame, especially with Magi home. However, Irina quickly stood up and made a comment that she had to get going. Nodding, he spoke, "That class was never my favorite. Enjoy it though, and good luck!" Chuckling as she kissed his cheek and made her way out the door, he sat back and took a deep breath, the thought of being a healer on his mind.
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