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Apr 11, 2020 18:18:15 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2020 18:18:15 GMT -7
It didn’t take too long for the mood to shift back to normal after the shock of Alfie’s big reveal. There was no way Esther was going to treat him any differently because of it. If anyone knew a thing or two about being judged for being something out of their control, it was her! She laughed outwardly as Alfie flexed, offering tickets to the ‘gun show’ and playfully wiggled her eyebrows at him in response.
“Ah yes… Not bad, O’Callaghan", she stated as she leaned in and copped a good look at his shoulder. He’d done a pretty good job with fading it in her opinion, but she could still tell that the damage there would have been substantial at the time of injury. Esther resisted the urge to reach fingertips to scar tissue to feel how it had healed. Alfie wasn’t her patient after all.
Leaning back onto her seat, she took another big sip and nodded at his observation about them circling back at Hogwarts. It was pretty wild, but now that it had sunk in, the blonde was incredibly excited by the prospect. He asked her if she always knew she was going to be a Healer and she paused to think, “Yes and no… I mean I guess I kind of fell into it, but it felt pretty natural.” Everything about her job fit her personality exactly, her skills, her weaknesses, her interests. It just made sense, really.
“I can’t say I was surprised to hear you were teaching Herbology,” she added slyly before finishing off the contents in her glass, “What else have I missed out on then? Are you seeing anyone at the moment?” She arched a brow in a silly interrogation. It would be interesting to hear if Alfie had settled down in more ways than just by means of a solid career.
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Apr 15, 2020 16:25:43 GMT -7
Post by alfie edward o'callaghan on Apr 15, 2020 16:25:43 GMT -7
FIRST WEEK OF SEPT 2024 :: HOGWARTS HOSPITAL WINGAlfie nodded with a smile, "I feel like the Healer path suits you. Bet the students hurt themselves just to visit the hot nurse," he told her, tone feigning that he was joking, the dorky eyebrow waggle a good indicator for that. Esther was definitely attractive, he knew that since they were kids. A part of him was surprised he wasn't intimidated by how gorgeous she had become. When Esther said that she wasn't surprised he went into Herbology, his smile was almost bashful. "Hey, what can I say, always had a thing for plants." he chuckled with a shrug, unable to deny the fact.
"Ehh, not at the moment. I've been more wealthy when it comes to career and knowledge, but there have been a couple of good runs here and there, but y'know...dating is super weird these days." Alfie admitted to the blonde as he answered her question if he was seeing anyone romantically. When it came to friendships he was an open book, it was something he wanted to know. The Professor noticed she didn't have a ring on her finger, not that a piece of jewelry was the only determining factor. Alfie finished off his drink, politely waving and ordering them another, which appeared instantly in front of them. "How about you?" he asked her, before following with another question, "Do you live at the castle?" he asked her curiously, honestly just wanting to get to know more about his long time friend and get into the loop of what was going on in her life.
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Apr 16, 2020 17:12:35 GMT -7
Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2020 17:12:35 GMT -7
Rolling her eyes, Esther let out a laugh at Alfie’s hot nurse comment. She was totally aware that it was a bit of a cliche, but there wasn’t a whole lot she could do about that. Alfie went on to answer her question and he told her that dating was weird these days, “Yeah?” She was curious to know what that meant, mostly because she still hadn’t really been too seriously involved with anyone, ever. “How so?”
Esther found it hard to engage in romantic relationships because she fully doubted the motives of men. Not that she thought they were being malicious, but because she assumed that they liked her and were drawn to her because of what she was and not who she was. On top of that she had never felt inclined to want to partner up with somebody outside of a one night stand or casual fling. She was happy being on her own, for the most part. She shook her head almost in a comical way when he asked her the same question, as if he were absolutely crazy for asking, “Ha!” She made a face that pretty much answered it without actually using words as she sipped on her wine.
“I’m staying at the castle at the moment,” Esther was kinda in between places since her last room mate had moved away. “But I’m looking into getting a place maybe around here…” she added thoughtfully. Hogsmeade was a great place and not too far from Hogwarts, so it was a perfect location, really!
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last online Feb 22, 2024 11:50:52 GMT -7
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Apr 17, 2020 23:35:33 GMT -7
Post by alfie edward o'callaghan on Apr 17, 2020 23:35:33 GMT -7
FIRST WEEK OF SEPT 2024 :: HOGWARTS HOSPITAL WINGEsther asked him deeper about his experience with dating. Alfie was shit at it. As much as he loved to flirt and mess around, he was seeking romantic connections that felt real. He didn't like to waste time dating someone if he didn't see some sort of future with them. He hated how soft that made him sound. "We will save that conversation after a couple of more beers," he told her, raising his glass with a chuckle and a nod as he took a generous sip. Esther experienced his love woes at Ilvermorny, and unfortunately, they didn't get much better in his adult years.
Alfie shook his head when Esther gave him a funny look when he asked her the question back. She laughed as if nobody wouldn't want to date her. Alfie had a feeling like she had a certain type, or just hadn't met the right guy yet. Offering her a friendly pat on the back, "Welcome to the club," he laughed. The blonde explained that she was looking to stay in Hogsmeade, which sounded like worlds of a difference than staying at Hogwarts. Since he was still getting settled into the school he hadn't thought of that yet, but she was definitely planting an idea in his mind. He nodded thoughtfully, finishing off the remnants of his glass. "That's awesome. Staying in Hogsmeade would be an upgrade from being around students and faculty all the time. There's no way to smoke cigs in peace around the castle." he admitted with a smug smile and a chuckle at his confession, proud that he had gotten away with it so far closer to the edge of the forest.
Alfie enjoyed a effortless conversation with Esther, completely captivated by her. It was comforting knowing that he had a friend in the UK who came from his Ilvermorny days. He looked forward to catching up more with Esther and making new memories at Hogwarts. Things were already looking up...
-End Alfie-
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