SPOILER!!: Ells
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Originally Posted by
Cassirin 
Ah, so that's how it was. Ellsworth cut her eyes to her brother briefly, torn between pleasure that he'd FINALLY shown some initiative and heartbreak that he hadn't come to her event for any reason that had to do with Ellsworth. He'd come because some strange woman had invited him. She'd just pretend she hadn't heard the request.
Whatever else was true, she certainly wasn't going to give free merchandise to Dell OR his date.
"We're constantly looking to reach new customers, but those unfortunate teenagers who need Ellsberry support can always submit orders by owl. We do quite a brisk owl service trade." She touched a few of the bottles on the nearest shelf in an attempt to look busy.
"You needn't hang around to amuse me if there's somewhere you'd rather be." As in... she found having Dell around but disinterested more distracting than helpful.
Well someone happened and it happened so fast Layla was unsure of what actually took place. Whatever it was...it was certainly sending off enough energy to shock. For the first time she was the one who felt like retreating. Maybe Weddell and his sister needed time to talk and she was intruding? She shifted a little but was careful to hide her discomfort by smiling pleasantly.
Oh? She wasn't aware they did delivery by owl, looks like she was benefiting from this relaunch in more ways than one. Though she didn't mind going in to stores, ordering by owl was a lot more convenient.
"Oh, well I did not know that. I'll be sure to take advantage of that service then."
She pretended to not hear the comment the woman made to her brother.
SPOILER!!: Mr.Bott
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Originally Posted by
Mad Eye Touz
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Dell wasn't much for DISPLAYS of emotion (see other Bott in store for that), but his internal wince was HUGE. Ellsworth was going to be LOOKING at him now for sure. He could see it seconds before it happened, slow motion, looks.
"I'm not sure I know what you mean," he mumbled and pretended to be looking over at what Neptune was doing. The sad part was, he probably would walk around with Layla because she had asked him to.
And because of this. This look. See it? Dell did. He could actually FEEL it creeping on his skin. Dell wasn't coward enough to completely avert his eyes from her, but he DID wish to retreat from her. He'd make his apologies later in a less public place.
With presents for his niece and nephew to distract Ellsworth.
"I think I will walk Ms. Dacosta around, if you don't mind. There's no need for me to take up more of your time than necessary on your day."
Right.
.....Layla? Lead him away?
The longer she stood there, the more she felt like the whole change between the Botts was her fault...some weird way. Whatever it was, they obviously probably held the record for most angsty to boot. She had gotten a taste of this from Dell but it seemed it ran in their blood. Must be all the beans they were all probably eating at home.
"Well I shall explain myself in a little bit." She offered him a smile.
Luckily for her, Dell was backing out of the awkwardness and he was taking her with him..or rather she would be taking him. Whichever way it was, she was happy to move away from the tension. She gave Ellsworth a polite nod then started off again, hopefully Dell was in toe.
SPOILER!!: Minister and his wife
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Originally Posted by
Anna Banana
He turned away from his wife and passed a smile in the direction of one of his employees. "Miss Dacosta," he acknowledged. "This is my wife," he said, placing his arm around Hecate's back for just a moment, "Professor Hecate Lafay." Twisting slightly toward his wife, he added, "Hecate, this is Miss Layla Dacosta, Media Liaison at the Ministry." ...and now that the formal introductions were out the way--"Pretty decent place here, hmm?" It was small talk. What else could he do?
Layla smiled brightly at her boss. Such a lovely man, but...why didn't his wife smile? That was just..intimidating. she offered the woman a smile anyways, because at least her boss was friendly enough.
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It's a pleasure to meet you Mrs.Greingoth." She offered the woman her hand to shake.
Layla looked around after the comment her boss made. Yes they had done a wonderful job in decorating for the launch. She wasn't sure she could have done it any better.
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It is sir, I'm quite impressed. Seen anything that has caught your eyes?" SPOILER!!: Le Bryce
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Originally Posted by
Roselyn He was just a little late...
But he could now officially call himself fashionably late...considering he hurried home to put on this dandy suit that Layla bought him awhile back. For sure, he was certain he'd never wear again, but surprise surprise. Bryce might actually have started to like it. Then again, he did 'accidentally' forget to switch his dirty boots for more stylish and clean shoes. Hopefully no one would notice that little fact.
Now...Where was Layla? He came here 'cause she wanted to after all.
As she stood there chatting with her boss, the activity of someone entering caught her eyes and she looked to the door. There was Bryce! And he was wearing a suit. She smiled and waved at him. So he could come and join the conversation of course.
And of course she gave him the once over..but then...oh gosh he didn't!! She should have known it was too good to be true. She shook her head but all in all wasn't really upset about it. Bryce was Bryce and he just..wore ugly shoes.