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Olly seemed to be as into the idea of painting together as Esme was, and this was not a surprise. It also wasn't a surprise that he was wanting to teach her techniques; they were on the same page, and that was amazing. "Yes, I would like that very much. Show me everything that you have learned. I can be your student." Wouldn't that be a lot of fun?? She was sure excited for it! Oh gooodness! He was making her blush. "Oh, Olly." Esme gave him a kiss on the lips. He was just the best boyfriend ever and had made her feel special and beautiful. He could keep calling her 'baby' too; those names always made her feel amazing. "Yes! If it wasn't for that, I wouldn't be here with you today." That was sad, because there was no one else that she would rather do this with than him. "Not too much longer," she added, knowing that he was excited to see just how good a view they would be getting from the top. |
Student, inspiration, model... Esme was going to be his everything when it came to their art time together. Olly wouldn't change anything. That's when he noticed she was blushing. Did he do that? Who else would have? He kissed her back, momentarily forgetting that there were others around. Maybe with a little more of those kisses he could get used to PDAs. "I don't want to spend my time off with anyone but you.'' Any other time he would be spending his time alone, only occasionally going out with a selected friend or two. Olly nodded. Was it just him or was the lift taking a while to come to the top? But he was patient (still a Hufflepuff, after all). "Reckon we could take a picture or two of the view? Maybe we can use it as inspiration for paintings.'' What did Esme think of that? |
It was nice that Olly was into the kiss despite the fact that it was in public; maybe he would get more comfortable with this kind of thing in time, which was wonderful. Esme knew that there was no rush. As much as she wanted to continue, she knew that it was best to stop before they got carried away, seeing as they were on a lift. There would be more kisses later though. He could count on that. "That's great because I don't want to spend my time with anyone else either. I missed you so much when I was at school." She would be back there come September, and then she wouldn't be able to see him again until Christmas. Esme did not want to think about that! It was a good thing that the lift decided to stop at that moment, because it brought her mind to happier things. Now they could explore! Beaming, she led him outside of the lifts. "You are going to love the view. I think that's a great idea. Maybe we could work on that when I am staying with you. If my parents allow it." She was going to wait until after the trip to ask them. They knew Olly by now, so surely they would agree to it. |
"I missed you a lot too. I always do. On the up side, there's just one more year before you graduate.'' That meant that the couple could see each other a lot. "Would you... um, consider moving in with me after that?'' This was something Olly had been wanting to ask Esme for a while now. He knew he could have asked her during their daily letters to each other but this was something he'd rather have done face- to- face. The goth was only too happy to follow the girlfriend. "I hope they agree. I really do.'' If they didn't, there was no way they'd want Esme to move in with him either. He was distracted but that as his eager eyes were already scanning around the tower, taking in the crowd there. Everyone seemed engrossed with their own business be it chatting, taking pictures, eating or more importantly- admiring the view. THE VIEW! It was wonderful just as Olly had imagined it! "Wow.'' was all he could manage as he looked out at Paris. |
Thinking about graduation made Esme happy. It wasn't as if she hadn't loved Hogwarts, she was just so over the whole thing. More than once over the years she had wanted to pull out, but dad and Juno had always convinced her to stay. There were just so many years of danger that she could tolerate. Plus then she would be able to see Olly a lot more; that in itself was enough for her to be ready to leave the place. His question was slightly surprising, but in the very best way possible. "Of course I would!" she said without a moment of hesitation. Beaming, she gave him another kiss on the lips. Happily, she looked around them as they made their way along the top of the tower. There were a lot of people around; everyone enjoying themselves just as much as she and Olly were. "I hope they do too. I am sure that they will; they really like you." Honestly it was impossible not to adore Olly. He was just too wonderful. Esme giggled. "I told you that it was beautiful." |
Esme wasn't spoilt but would she rather leave her comfortable house to some stay at his apartment? He wasn't as well off as her and her family and he rather take up part time jobs than living off of his father. But yet she was agreeing to his question. He felt so much happiness welling up in him. Olly barely had time to express it in the form of a grin before he was being kissed again. of course he wasted no time in kissing her back. "I'm glad you agreed.'' Her parents on the other hand... well, they'd cross that bridge when the time came. Olly reached out to pull Esme close to him. "I told you you're still the most beautiful view here.'' It was true. ''How many times have you been up here?'' The goth let his gaze roam around, taking in the tiny buildings in the distance. Was that how birds saw things when they were in the sky? |
Now Esme had yet another reason to want her Seventh Year to go by quicker. It was okay though. She had patience and it was only a year. She would be able to get through it with Juno's help. The fact that her parents might not be enthused with the idea hadn't even crossed her mind. At this point she would be a grown adult and could make her own decisions. Besides it wasn't as if she had just met Olly; she had known him for most of the time that she had been at Hogwarts. "Of course. There is nowhere else I would want to live after graduation." The fact that he lived in an apartment didn't even matter to her. Not like she was overly concerned with possessions. Besides she would have money enough to use when needed. For her education and if she ever decided to get a car. Happily she kissed him and then leaned against him. "Keep saying that and I might start to believe it." Really though he was making her feel very beautiful and it was amazing. Usually Esme felt that she didn't hold a candle to most of the girls at Hogwarts because so many of them looked like they could be fashion models. She was pretty enough though. "I used to be nervous coming to the top even though I can't say that I am particularly scared of heights. The first time was when I was 10." As she spoke, Esme looked out over Paris. "These will turn into some amazing paintings!" She couldn't wait for them to get started on this. |
When she leaned against him, Olly automatically placed one of his arms around her, resting his hand on her hip. Things were working out- their trips this summer and her agreeing to wanting to move in with him. It was enough to make Olly want to float off in happiness. "You really should believe it.'' He smiled and kissed the tip of her nose. Was this him adjusting to PDAs? Yes, it was. He gazed out again at the scenery. It was enough to take someone's breath away. "I don't think you're nervous now, right?'' Olly realised that Esme had been travelling to Paris for quite a while now. "They will! Care to be the photographer, baby?'' |
It was settled then, and Esme could not be any happier. She knew that Olly was as excited about this as she was, but they would both be patient and wait for the year to be over. She smiled as he put his arm around her, knowing that he was starting to feel more comfortable with the PDA. "I think I will wait a while before bringing it up. My dad is really protective, so I think he would feel most comfortable with it when he knows you better." Mom was protective too, but not to the extent that dad was. The kiss on the nose further proved the point of how comfortable Olly was getting, and she smiled while crinkling her nose slightly; that had made her even happier if that was possible. "Well, you make me believe it and I hope you believe it when I say that you are sexy." Because it was true. Head shake. "I'm not nervous unless any birds show up." Then Olly would have to be the hero and look out for her because even though she had been sending him daily letters, she was mostly dealing with her owl and hadn't gotten over her fear yet. Both in order to distract herself from the thought and because she actually WANTED to, she agreed to take the photographs. Esme enjoyed photography though she didn't take pictures as often as she drew or paint. Smiling, she took out her camera and started snapping pictures of the view. "I want to take some of us as well." Because that was the kind of thing that couples did. |
Olly nodded. He wasn't in any rush to bring up the topic, anyway. He had a feeling Maddox might really start intimidating him this time around. "We'll talk to him together about it. How does that sound?'' There was no way that he was going to leave Esme alone to do this. The whole thing was his idea anyway so it was only fair they were in discussing it with Maddox together. The goth smiled. Every compliment he gave his girl, he meant it. There was no one around quite like her, even if she had a twin. He then felt himself go bashful and as much as he wanted to look away, he held Esme's gaze. Take that, shyness! "I believe you.'' He trusted her words so much :3 "I hope a bird or two show up then,'' he told her, smiling a little. He was quite sure she knew he was teasing. "Of course. The more the pictures, the better for memories... and for painting you.'' Olly looked towards the camera, pressing his cheek against Esme's. He was all set for a picture! |
Esme was pleasantly surprised to hear that Olly wanted to talk to the parents with her. She knew how intimidating her dad could be, and he was shy by nature, so it would have been perfectly okay if he hadn't wanted to be a part of it. "Wonderful. I am sure that it will go okay. I think he really likes you so far." And of course he didn't know about certain things, and that might be a good thing. Honestly her dad couldn't talk anyway, but still. She was still worried about him getting angry. "Everything I tell you is true, baby." She smiled. So he should believe her completely when she said that to him. "If birds show up, you are going to need to protect me." Of course Esme knew that Olly was teasing her, but it was perfectly okay because she knew that it was all in good fun. He'd never ridicule her for her fear of birds. Maybe he would even help her get over it somehow. "CHEESE!" she said before snapping a few pictures of them. They would get more of those when they went to different places in Paris. And in South Africa as well. "You want to paint me?" That was just WOW. |
Olly was inclined to agree that Maddox did like him so far. Or at least he was being tolerating because of Esme. Whatever the reason, the goth was just glad that Mr Darcy had not tired to embarrass him in front of the rest of the Darcy family. "I really hope I don't do or say anything stupid to make him dislike me but yes, I think he likes me.'' Thank the stars. Why is it that she had so much power to make him happy? Olly smiled, feeling all warm and fuzzy on the inside at her words then nodded. "I'd surely protect you from the evil birds. That's why I wish one would appear now.'' He laughed a little. "Cheese!'' he echoed and the pictures were snapped. He nodded. "Yes. If you want to of course.'' And he leaned in to kiss her on the lips. |
One thing was for certain: if her dad decided to dislike Olly for a silly reason Esme would not be impressed. "I'm sure that won't happen. Especially when you get to know him better." Dad was bound to want to bond with the boyfriends, and that was a good thing. Hopefully the two would find things in common and grow closer. "Both of my parents like you," she assured him. Though of course dad was harder to win over than mom because he was so protective. Oh goodness. His words made Esme happier than ever, and she felt that she could burst. Even though she tended to think that she could handle things on her own, and felt far from a damsel in distress... she liked the thought of Olly protecting her. "Well, the next one that appears is all yours." She giggled before becoming serious again. "I would absolutely love it if you painted me. You can paint me as often as you want to." Inspiration AND model; that sounded beyond amazing to her. Even more amazing than that was Olly kisses. Esme forgot all about everything else that they had planned to do. Yep, this snogging thing was a better idea, and they WERE in Paris. Best vacation of her life! |
This is a meeting Esme set up so that Olly could meet a fellow Goth, Kitty Valentine. It takes place at the Leaky Cauldron (Main Floor Seating) during the summer of 2092. OOC: Because DA closed, we've decided to move the RP here ^_^ SPOILER!!: The rest of the RP! |
Kitty was charmed to watch Esme and Olly talk to each other about painting an horses. She could tell they really loved one another and she could picture them married after graduating from school and university. They could do it before also. She'd never been to a wedding before. "Next summer I'll come visit you then," she said, happy to hear Esme invite her to her home. "Ooh I'd love to see your paintings," she said, smiling at Olly. "Do you have a phone with pictures?" Even wizards knew about phones, so that wasn't really such a strange question. "Yes, you should paint Goths!" Unicorn therapy sounded interesting. "That sounds interesting. I've never heard of unicorn or horse therapy before. If that like message?" The topic then switched back to politics, with Olly suggesting she become a stylish activist. "Stylish activist sounds purfect," she said, thinking on it for a second. It really did. "A super-stylish Gothic protester should definitely get the attention of the Daily Prophet." She smiled wistfully. "But mom's in the Ministry and she doesn't want me to protest before graduation." She pouted slightly before returning her expression to normal. It was nice of Olly to offer to pay for the food. "Thank you Olly. Let's order!" |
Right now there was nowhere that Esme would rather be than right here with one of her good friends and her boyfriend. It made her even happier to know that Olly and Kitty seemed to be enjoying themselves too. "I can't wait until Olly starts selling his work. I bet that he is going to be world famous." YEP. She had so much confidence in him. She couldn't help but giggle, at the bit about meeting the families, though it wasn't nice that he was nervous. "I am sure that my dad will love you. He is protective, but he'll see that you won't ever hurt me." So basically there was nothing to worry about because that would be the only real reason for him to earn her dad's wrath. "I can't wait for you to visit Kitty! I am going to miss you when I graduate." It was sad that her friend was one year behind. Esme loved Kitty. They were talking about the kinds of things that Olly painted, and Esme had to admit that it made her feel special every time that he said she inspired him. The idea of painting goths was awesome too. "Maybe you can do a painting of both you and Kitty." That would be awesome, and would have TWO goths in it. Just an idea. "I can gladly explain it to you, Kitty." Esme smiled at her friend. "Horse therapy involves having patients interact with horses through activities like grooming, feeding, haltering, and leading them. It's done to help the patient gain needed skills like problem solving, self-confidence, self-control, and responsibility among other things. There is more to it, but that's just a rough idea." Of course they could talk about it more if Kitty was really interested. "I was thinking I could also make the unicorns available for people to ride. Well, when there isn't therapy going on." That would be a way to make even more money and keep the unicorns in good shape. "I might also keep some horses there, because unicorns don't like males much." So it was probably better for them not to interact with them. Already she was planning so much of this stuff out. What did they both think of her ideas? Protesting was something that Esme had never done before, or even thought of doing. Maybe one day she would feel as strongly about a cause as her friend did. As it was, she understood where Kitty was coming from, but in all honestly it made sense to keep the magical and muggle worlds separate. They just didn't seem to come together that well from what she had read. Still she supported Kitty in her cause because it meant so much to her. "I'm sorry to hear that you can't protest yet, but at least you can do what you can about it at school in the meantime." Just so long as she didn't get in trouble for it like last term. "You can do your stylish protesting in the great hall maybe!" Now that was an idea. Olly was being a gentleman and offering to order the food for them both. "Thank you," she told her boyfriend with a smile. Now she needed to figure out what she wanted to eat! "I think I will have the pizza. And a butterbeer," she decided. |
Being famous is something Olly was not sure he was going to be but the confidence Esme had in him (and his Professors too), he wanted to make them proud. “Esme just wants to have a famous boyfriend,’’ he said quietly to Kitty and teasing Esme. He was on to you! Olly nodded but then said, “I forgot my phone at home. Do electronics even work here though?’’ It amazed Olly that he had never even tried to use his phone here. “Just leave me your number and I’ll send you the pictures. I’ll even do a few of Goths and send those too.’’ He was feeling those creative juices beginning to flow again. He had inspiration for that Goth series and Kitty had inspired him big time. Olly grinned a little. “I’m sure your mom is just thinking about your best interests. I reckon you’re going to begin your protests as soon as you turn eighteen?’’ He smiled. “You’re welcome. Pizza and butterbeer for Esme. And for you, Kitty?” |
Kitty listened as Esme talked about how Olly would be world famous someday and how her dad would love him. Those were very sweet sentiments and she was sure they were true. She was glad for the both of them. She wondered: how would her mom feel when she started dating? If it were Tenacius... A dreamy look came into her eyes as her head went into the clouds in wistful daydreams... She snapped back to the present when Esme began explaining to her about horse therapy. "Wow that sounds interesting," she said sincerely. "I love unicorns! Do you need to have a permit to have them?" Unicorn therapy would probably fly right over her head (Care of Magical Creatures was not her best subject) but she liked that Esme was studying it, because who didn't love unicorns? "I'm happy to pose if you want," Kitty told Olly when the subject of painting her was brought up. She was highly flattered that Olly wanted to paint her. Olly defended her mom, which was okay with Kitty since she hadn't meant to criticize her. "Oh I know she's only stopping me because she worries. She thinks I'll be thrown into Azkaban or something, so of course she wants to wait until she thinks I'm mature enough to protest responsibly. But I'll definitely protest when I turn 18, and it'll be super responsible but creative at the same time. And it'll probably be a one person protest, because as far as I know I'm the only person on the planet who thinks this way." Esme's suggestion about protesting in the Great Hall gave her an idea. 'I like that idea," she told her, leaning forward. "Hey Esme, what do you think of this scheme I just thought of? Maybe instead of just protesting on the Great Hall, I could find another student who very strongly supports the Statute and we can have an open and respectful debate on an appointed day. It won't be like that Salathar Slytherin debate, this one'll be good." She was getting super excited just thinking about it! "I'll have butterbeer too," she said, looking down at the menu. "And...Veela hair pasta. I've never tried that before. Thank you Olly." |
Seeing Olly saying something quietly to Kitty, Esme was sure that her boyfriend was teasing her. That was perfectly fine with her; she liked it when he was being playful. "Olly has me all figured out." She winked at him. Really she wasn't all that concerned with him being famous, she mostly just wanted him to enjoy what he did for a living, and for other people to enjoy it as well. She wanted people to love his art work as much as she did, because in her opinion he was an amazing artist and kept getting better and better. Looked like there would be a goth collection coming soon enough, and that was quite exciting! Especially if Kitty ended up modeling for it; something that she was sure that her friend would get a kick out of. "I'd model for it too, but I really don't think I would make a good goth." Imagining herself as one made her giggle. "It definitely would be fun though." It was awesome that Kitty loved unicorns too. They were wonderful creatures; so gentle and beautiful. Esme loved gentle and beautiful things because they were calming. "Yes, you do since they are such precious creatures and need to be trained really well," she explained. "I'm going to ask the professor more about it when term starts." She still had a few questions on the matter. Esme was happy to hear that Kitty had a lot of plans as far as her protesting went. She would definitely make her mark on the world. "Actually that's a really good idea," she said as a debate was mentioned. "You could maybe put something on the school noticeboard and someone could respond. You might even get more than one person!" And it would definitely go better than the one in class had, because that was bad. Poor Kitty had a rough time of it for sharing her opinions, though of course she understood why Slytherins had felt offended. Really her friend hadn't meant to hurt anyone and had only been trying to share her beliefs. |
"Definitely. I know my girl well.'' Being around Esme so much had allowed him to open up and come out of his shell bit by bit. He was finding that he didn't mind showing a little more affection in public. He laughed, moving a hand around Esme's waist and pulling her close. "You're perfect the way you are anyway.'' Olly couldn't help but notice the way Kitty's eyes unfocused. It was the sort of look when you were distracted by your thoughts. It seemed like his new friend was having one of those moments and he wondered if Esme had picked up on it. But the girl had dreams. Olly wasn't sure whether he should hope that they come through or not because even though he had just met her, he wouldn't like to hear about her being in Azkaban a few years from now. "You never know. By the time you're ready to do your protests, there might be some who change their mind and will be siding with you.'' He just didn't know if he would be one of those persons. While the girls discussed the potential debate (which in Olly's mind sounded like a great idea), he went to order their food. He was back after a while. "Anybody hungry?'' he asked. Because he certainly was. |
It's February 14, 2093 and Oliver and Esme are spending their first Valentine's Day as a couple at Madame Puddifoot's. SPOILER!!: Previous Posts Exams weren't really what Esme wanted to think about EVER, but the fact was that they were looming over her head and making her feel a little tense. This was odd for her and she wasn't used to being anxious, but in order to get into University she needed to do well on the ones she was writing. Obviously she wouldn't be doing ALL of them because that would be insane. And she could talk to Oliver about all of this because he was completely understanding and supportive like always. "You're right. I always try to look on the bright side of things as much as possible. I'm just not a scholar." That was more her sister. The hand reassured her, and she squeezed it, immediately feeling her worries melt away. "Thanks, Olly. That means a lot." And him taking her hand must be a little weird for him since he was still getting used to PDA, so the gesture meant even more to her for that. Grin. He was always saying how nice she looked and Esme actually believed it when it came from him. "It really is the nicest bracelet that I ever had." So really he wasn't bad at choosing presents in the slightest; she'd love anything that he gave her. AND he remembered that she only liked white chocolate! It would have been okay if he had forgotten, but knowing that he hadn't made her smile. "Well, not REALLY. I don't think. It's a chocolate derivative." But no, she didn't know the specifics of it. Before she could think of anything further on the subject, he was making her blush. "I feel the same and I missed your handsome face too." And she would be missing him again when the Hogsmeade weekend was over, but she didn't want to dwell on that. "It's going to go perfectly fine when we ask them. I can't see them saying no. Not when they really like you. Besides, we would be together for a year by then so I think that would help." Hopefully that would reassure him because she knew that Olly must be really nervous about this. "I'd love more lessons from the best teacher ever." Beam. Was she being biased? Yes. But she didn't care. They were both being biased and that didn't matter in the slightest. Patiently she waited for him to come back. |
Olly smiled. No matter what Esme said, she was his scholar. He had complete faith in her brain, so to speak. "I speak nothing but the truth,'' he assured her and ignoring the fact that part of him wanted to pull away his hand. There was no other reason to blame but his shyness but he held his ground. The fact that she loved the bracelet so much made Olly gain confidence in his gift giving. He'd have to keep this up and hopefully Esme would love what he had in mind for her birthday. So white chocolate wasn't really chocolate. He nodded, tucking this information away. The girlfriend had taught him something today. Hearing her words regarding them moving together certainly helped him feel a little less nervous. It was true that Mr and Mrs Darcy did like him and he liked them too so things were going to go in his and Esme's favour. He just needed to believe that. "I think they might have figured it out that we'd want to live together, don't you? I know your dad might have a difficult time dealing with that because he got so emotional when he first met me and Leon.'' Mr Darcy acted tough but he was really a softie and it was probably because the twins were so precious to him. "The best teacher is back with your food, baby.'' Now they could eat and talk about whatever they wanted. |
It was amazing the power Olly had to make Esme so happy. Just hearing him say all this made her feel SO much better about everything. "I believe it when it comes to you. I believe everything that you say to me." Because he would never lie to her just like she would never lie to him. She gave his hand another squeeze and was tempted to kiss him, but held back. A place like this would have him feeling shy since there were so many lovey dovey couples. She wouldn't push it in here, though she did want her kiss before they parted ways. Judging by his grin, Esme knew that what she had just said pleased Olly. Yep. Now he would have more confidence in his gift giving ability when it came to her. But really she WOULD love anything that he gave to her. And he didn't need to go all out for it either. Nope. She didn't need anything over the top and fancy because that was just not her and he knew it. He was the same as her. Anyway he now knew it was okay to buy her white chocolate. "I think they might have guessed, yes, seeing as they know that we are serious about each other." At least that was what she HOPED because then it would make things easier for her dad. "There is a reason why he is protective of us, and I will tell you about it later. Now isn't the best time." Not when they were having a Valentine's Day date. They hadn't really talked about it with anyone, but she would with Olly. "I think my dad knows that you won't ever hurt me and my mom does as well." So it should be okay. Oh, yummy! "Thanks, baby," she said as he came back with their food and coffee. It really did look amazing and she was so ready to start eating. And they could talk some more while they ate! |
Olly felt the squeeze on his hand and smiled. The smiling was something he did a lot ever since he and Esme had become a couple. She gave him a reason to be extra happy. It warmed his heart how much she trusted him. It was safe to say that he one hundred percent trusted her too. He nodded. Yes, Olly had suspected that Mr and Mrs Darcy had figured this out by now. "If your mom is fine with it then she can help convince him.'' The young man paused then added quietly, "I can't stand living away from you.'' He was now curious but let the matter drop at Esme's request. Like she said, he wouldn't do anything to hurt her so forcing her to discuss this matter not an option. "You're welcome.'' Look at how happy and how beautiful she was. Olly could hardly take his eyes away from her. "I know it's a little early but are we doing anything special over the summer?'' He had rather enjoyed himself the previous summer. |
There was so much trust between her and Olly, and Esme knew that was part of why they would stay strong as a couple. They had known each other for years, and understood each other. They were both honest people and would never hurt each other if they could help it; that thought was very reassuring to her as she had never done the dating thing before him and wanted this to last forever. Everything would go perfectly with them. Her parents had to see that as well. "She can, and I can if needed. Though I don't think it will be. My dad thinks you are great." He had talked approvingly of both boyfriends, which was amazing because Juno needed the happiness as well. Leon certainly was a good guy. "I can't either, but I am being as patient as possible." Really she was counting down the days. "Only a few more months and I'll be done!" Of course there would be university after that, but she would be attending the London campus and wouldn't be residing there, which meant that she would be able to see him whenever she wasn't at school or work. Esme really wanted to get a job over the summer so that she could help make money and not have to depend on her parents. Olly would see soon enough why her dad was so protective; something that she knew she would talk about with him ever since they had started dating but hadn't felt ready to yet. She herself was still wrapping her head around everything, as it had only came out a few years ago and had been a lot to process. Beaming at her handsome boyfriend, she picked up her fork so that she could start on that cheesecake. He did give her something to think about. "Well, you can definitely teach me more, and I would love to go on holiday with you again. And of course we could always go to France again when my parents are there and South Africa." What did he think of all that? "Is there anything that you want to do?" Because of course his thoughts were important to her. |
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