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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 1:19:22 GMT
Lili once again found herself down in the dungeons of the castle. Funny how in the matter of months one would find herself willingly walking into the lower levels in search of Professor Kestrel. The end of term was coming up quickly and she still didn't have any set thing of what was going to happen after term ends and for the summer.
Walking through the corridors to the door she had come to find so easily now and knocked upon the door.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 2:22:28 GMT
Mary answered. She is wearing her usual severe black dress, but today an old ornate string of rosary beads, terminating in an intricate crucifix, hangs around her neck.
She smiles seeing Liliana.
"Liliana! So good to see you. Please, do come in."
Mary opens the door wide to admit Lil, closing it behind her, She moves to the fireplace, adding a log and setting the kettle on the hearth to boil. "Tea?"
She indicates one of the chairs by the fire for Lil, and sits in the one opposite herself.
"What can I do for you today!"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 2:35:41 GMT
Lili smiled when Mary answered the door and ushered her in. "It's good to see you too" She said heading to her favorite chair near the fire. "Tea would be great" She replies sitting her chair, though leaving her lap open for a certain shadowy friend.
"Actually. I figured with the End of term coming up, I would ask about plans and what exactly is the idea of what will happen when Term is over..."
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 2:40:42 GMT
Mary gets out the teapot and cups, outs leaves in the pot, and sets all ready on the side table to wait for the water.
"Ahh, of course. The first thing I need is your parents' written permission for you to stay with me. Acknowledging my nature, and the risk - small though it will be. Once that is done, the rest is up to us, dear. I have plenty of space, even with Exo visiting."
She smiles. She's looking forward to Lil coming to stay. With Exo staying, company isn't as important as it would have been. But she likes this young witch.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 2:49:33 GMT
"Right. Its kind of what i needed to know. What was needed exactly." She watched the fire and and back to the women across from her. She did enjoy these times spent in front of the fire, even if it was just mere conversations.
"How are things going with Exo's visit? Are there any big things you have planned for the summer holiday when you are not at the castle?"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 3:00:02 GMT
Mary thinks ,,,
"We are hoping to gather more of the pack back together. It has been too long, and our separation has been difficult on us all. This would be good for your education, though. You would have the opportunity to experience our rituals and practices first hand! And, I have plenty of space - five bedrooms!" She pauses to pour hot water into the teapot.
"You are also planning to spend time with family, yes?"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 3:26:21 GMT
"Well, thats good you are getting your pack and group back together. Any one new joining your group or is it all old members meeting back up?" She watched her a moment and back to the women.
"You mean, I would be able to experience some of the things you do...." It was odd hearing it come out of her own mouth that she would be allowed to take part in some of their own rituals.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 3:29:05 GMT
"Right now, only the old pack getting back together ... though we are teaching a new childer our ways. I'd keep her from you, though. She has no real control yet."
She smiles at Liliana's surprise.
"Yes. I am teaching you our ways. You cannot take part in most of them, but there are some you could ... if you wanted."
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 4:27:58 GMT
"So, newly embraced lack control?" She nods in understanding though she was intrigued about what certain rituals she would be allowed to see. "How many of your pack members are coming back together this summer?"
"Do I get to know which ones I am allowed to see? Or are those most like a surprise?" She runs a hand through her hair and rests it back at her lap.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 4:31:37 GMT
Mary smiles broadly, laughs a little,
"You are so eager, it is good to see, yes, the newly made can lack control. Their feeding urges are strong, and their willpower less so. They do not know when to stop to protect life. Within the Sabbat, we generally embrace only in war time, then let the childer loose to raise as much hell as possible. But we are not at war, so we take more care. And I would not wish to endanger you!"
Mary pours Lil a cup of tea.
"As for who, and how many ... we originally numbered five. Neither Exo nor myself know the locations of the other three, so we wait and see if they answer our call."
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 4:35:27 GMT
Lili laughs a bit at her comment and smiles. "Well. I'm eager because I want to know more. This subject is interesting to me, and learning what I can from it, and from you. Well. Bonus for me I get to learn it first hand and not in a book."
She listened to the explanation and nods "SO waiting for three more. DO you think you will hear from them?" Liliana excepts the cup of tea and smiles loving the warmth of the liquid through the cup and to her skin.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 10:16:57 GMT
"I don't know, honestly. They could be out of reach, or simply immersed in something new and fascinating and haven't yet come up for air. I don't like to consider the thought that they might be lost, but it could happen."
Mary pours herself some tea, just to nurse. It's a nice feeling, holding the cup. Reminiscent of being human.
"So, what would you like to do over the summer? It can't all be study and ritual and boring nights with ancient vampires! You mentioned relatives. What about friends? Hobbies? Things you want to do or see?"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 11:36:52 GMT
"Besides going to see my parents so they don't panic....Dristan has made arrangements to meet my biological father. Spending time with Dmitry. Other then that I really don't know. Usually I'm reading or finding books that prepare me for next terms classes. I spend a lot of time outside, especially at night. "
"I don't really explore other things really. I hang out with my owl Asher. I write a lot and I've been dabbling in music but only privately"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 13:01:34 GMT
"All those are good things. If you like the night, I may very well drag you into my nocturnal habits! As for music, do you play? Will Dmitry be returning home? Would you like to travel? We could go most anywhere, if you trust me to pull you safely through the Abyss."
Mary watches Liliana. She is too perfect, and too young. If she survives the next two years of school, then maybe ... until then, Mary would ensure she got a solid grounding if things other than magic.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 13:24:16 GMT
"Well, you've seen me in the night, it's usually my thinking and quiet time. The day is so busy. It's enjoyable but the night is a different sort of busy." She smiles sipping her tea. "I'm not sure what Dmitry is going to do. He hasn't really answered me. I know Dristan has taken him on as a student for his competitive dueling stuff but not sure what that entails."
"I've always wanted to travel. There's so much in the world to see. Funny when you think London is the best thing ever, only to find out your magic and can essentially go anywhere....but not until your 17." She laughed a bit at the irony of it. "Just a little longer for that bench mark at least"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 13:32:02 GMT
Mary laughs.
"Paris is beautiful in the moonlight. Rome not quite so lovely, but still worth a visit. And you should definitely see the pyramids of Egypt! I may be visiting the Americas shortly. I have never been there before."
She pours Liliana some more tea, then refreshes the pot.
"So, Dmitry will stay with Dristan, then?"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 13:35:27 GMT
"I've never been to America, only read things in books. And about the magic school that's over there. ". She smiled at the refreshed tea.
"I will have to make sure to note those to go see. Bless there is evening adventure." She shrugged besides the few things planned with Dristan the summer was really completely open. "I'm not sure. I can find out where he is staying. All I know is he is not wanting to go back to his place. "
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 13:58:26 GMT
Mary nods.
"Well, as I have said, I do have plenty of space. Should he wish to occupy another of my vacant rooms he would be more than welcome. And both of you can still visit Dristan. There is the tube nearby, or I'm sure he could send a car. Alas, I do not own one."
She watches Liliana for her reaction.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 14:13:03 GMT
She nods to her. "I'll find out" she says taking another sip of her tea. "I'm used to not having a car or driving. Not that I have means to drive right now anyways. Besides walking is just as well. At least when it's short distances.mthe tube would be fine too."
She sits back in her chair watching the fire. "Is there anything else I should know about the summer? I mean, things to avoid at the house, ground rules?"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 22:22:26 GMT
Mary thinks, grins.
"Stay out of the basement. Don't dig in the garden. Never enter my bedroom without knocking. Warn me before you bring friends over. Remember to have fun!"
They were easy rules that Mary hoped would allow Liliana to enjoy her summer while remaining safe.
"Perhaps just stay out of bedrooms other than your own, there is plenty of leisure space to be used. Do you watch television or play computer games? I could set one room aside for such if it interested you. I don't currently have a television, but they are easy to get."
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 22:49:54 GMT
"Sounds like a good set of rules to follow" She said with a smile. "Will the other pack members once they are found be staying at the house as well? Or will they find other places? Mostly out of curiosity is all. I'm getting to know you, i'm just not sure how others of your pack will feel having a witch running around the house during the day, or in this case if i follow suit with the late nights i wont be a distraction too much."
"I have done television and computer things. I'd rather read. I have my own music player, so you wont have to worry about that. I'd rather listen to music anyways."
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 22:54:12 GMT
Mary nods,
"Packs do usually live together, yes. But there is and will be plenty of space, even if they come, Don't worry overly. They would be fine with it, if you respect their privacy."
If they come, she thought. They still hadn't heard from the others. If they come, there will be space. There was always space.
Mary looks up.
"So, what sort of music do you like? Do you play?"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 23:14:59 GMT
She nods in understanding. So if the others were to come then they would stay. It didn't bother Lili and the possibility. "Well. It will make for an interesting summer to say the least. I can say I only know of you right now. But meeting others would be a definitely a learning experience."
She looks over to the women and smiles. "I was trying to learn over the summer. A little guitar and a little piano. but nothing to crazy. Nothing remotely professional sounding"
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 23:21:44 GMT
"Guitar I can't help you with, but I do have a little piano and know how to play. I enjoy music in my home."
She tried to remember, was it Danielle who played? No worry, soon She would be attending David's concert. She wondered what sort of music he and his band played.
"Should I acquire a stereo system? I'm not sure what the best systems are today. I had one of the very first gramaphones, you know. Such marvels they were. Music without musicians! Wonderful times!"
Mary smiles, reminiscing.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2017 23:47:24 GMT
Lili sat foward a bit and. "Maybe you could teach me more on the Piano" She said with a big smile. She did love music and hoped that maybe someday she'd be able to do something with it. But really it was a hobby at this point.
"If you wanted? I have an music player than i keep with me when not at school. like a travel player. But if you wanted to I could help you find a nice system."
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2017 0:13:48 GMT
"I would love to teach you, Liliana! And we can shop together for a music system for the house. And whatever else you feel the place needs to be a home. Oh, I have furrnishings, and bare essentials, but the kitchen for example has never been used!" She laughs gently. "That will be for you to work out I think. You, and Dmitry, should he stay too."
She seems thoughtful.
"I want you to enjoy your summer. I want you to think of my home as yours, and feel welcome to return."
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2017 0:35:00 GMT
Liliana smiled brightly to the women when she offered to teach her more. "That would be great! The shopping too." She admits. "And Bare essentials work. I may bring a few things to keep with me for the summer. But I dont need much. And as far as kitchen stuff. I'm not great at cooking. But i do love to Bake! At least i can make the house smell good" She smiled.
"And thanks again for this Professor. I do appreciate the chance to not deal with idiots this summer."
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2017 0:47:37 GMT
"Oh, you may just find yourself dealing with an entirely new breed of idiot ... but I guess we can only wait and see."
She seems about to do something, then says quickly ... "Ask your parents to include a muggle style permission letter for you to come with me to the opening of the Underground! You're under age, but should be allowed in with parental consent since I am a partner in the club. It's going to be a fantastic night!"
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2017 0:54:29 GMT
She shrugs a bit at her statement of new idiots. "But at least these ones are less likely to be under aged and unlikely to change..." She smiles a bit sipping her tea some more.
"Underground? That new club in London that i keep reading about? You'd actually let me go? That would be really fun!" her face beamed with the possibility of going to the club. "My mom sent me a copy of the paper saying they got some good DJ's and Bands to play there that night."
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2017 1:02:34 GMT
Mary smiles, nodding, "Yes, my partner has lined up some amazing talent. And yes, with your parents permission, you can come with me. You would even have access to the VIP areas. Though you would have to promise to be on your best behaviour, and do as told, no matter what."
"And, yes, my pack mates and I are very unlikely to change!" she giggles at the thought.
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