Since Minerva was sitting next to Mischa her blue eyes lifted as someone come to be next to him. It was the headmaster from Durmstrang and truthfully the man gave a Lafay feeling. She figured he wasn't very pleasant to socialize with or go to for help if one ever needed, but she gave a soft smile anyone. No need to be rude, "Hello Sir" She greeted him, but her blue eyes soon went back to the other people around as he addressed Mischa. She wanted to turn back and say something else, but it wasn't her place.

No she would just stay quiet it was for the best and soon a cat took her tongue as she saw Lafay walk in and lock eyes on her. She felt she had avoided nicely since bumping into the woman at the quiddtich celebration. No need to tick her off at the end of term she had spent all of term away from the wacka doodle. Yep no reason to start now. Since the woman's eyes were clearly on her for a few seconds Minerva forced a smile, before quickly turning her focus onto the stage. Thank Merlin the Judge she had spoke to briefly was there and starting.

So they had gotten first in the second round, that was great. Her smile grew bigger as she clapped for all the schools and their final scores. Clearly they were going to win getting first in both rounds, but really everyone did a great job. They had to have been the best to be here so she knew they all had to have given their best. She continued to clap for the Beauxbatons school as they received third place. She hadn't met any of the others just Gaston and him alone made it great that they were leaving with third.

Tiara was here, honest. She had just been having a good time playing bumper brooms and somehow missed the fact that the ceremony was starting. Scanning the crowd, she noticed that very few of the foreign students had decided to show up. I know they are unhappy they lost, but they should still be here. Show some support for your own school! Goodness, young ones these days needed to learn that not everything was about winning.

Ah, there was Enzo collecting a trophy for third place. Having missed the score announcements at the beginning, Tiara was standing in the back with excited anxiety because she didn't already know who got first. We so desperately need that prize money... She hoped the judge would hurry up and announce the winner.

Karina followed Mischa into the Winners' Circle but lost him in the growing crowd. Where were the other Durmstrangers? She knew that they hadn't won, but it was still important for her to be here, just in case some special awards were going to be announced. Not that there were any special awards going to Karina. She shouldered her way through the crowd until she found Headmaster Zitnik and beside him, Mischa. She gave a special little smile to Cha and a polite nod to her headmaster.
"I am right here sir," she said catching the tail end of his comment to Cha.

She settled into position and looked towards where they were beginning the ceremony. She prepared herself with a stony face for a loss. Second place was the worst place in the world, after all; it was the first losers. If they came in third however, Karina wouldn't be able to bear returning to Durmstrang next term.

She wasn't late, was she? That was all she needed. Bronislava supposed she had gotten too caught up in having fun at roller skating but she knew she shouldn't miss the awards ceremony, even if she knew their chances of winning were slim at this point and it was simply devastating to her for reasons. Still, she had to respectfully represent her school and she slipped into a chair next to Karina.

"As am I, Headmaster," she addressed him immediately following her friend. She had barely made it in the nick of time, hopefully he wasn't too cross with her. She looked up to see that the French school had managed third place. No surprises there. But she wasn't looking forward to what would be coming next, something that would mar her academic record she was certain.

Somewhere around the middle of all the seats was where the Astronomy professor had plopped himself down to watch the awards ceremony. He couldn't help but wonder why some of his colleagues were looking so anxious. Everyone was good with numbers, yeah? Simple math would tell them the results and now it was just a matter of time before the winners were announced and any anxiety he had at the moment was entirely directed towards just HOW he was going to celebrate.

Elaborate but humble fireworks from his wand seems like a good start.

He clapped just a little as the third place award was handed out and then continued to bounce in his seat with eager anticipation.

After handing the woman the trophy, returning her fake smile with equal enthusiasm.

Now, to continue with the unpleasantries, "In second place, Durmstrang Institute vith 140 points. Vould Headmaster Zitnik please come up and accept second place trophy?"

Not at all how things were supposed to end, but at least the school he had once almost called home had not lost to the likes of Beauxbatons. The only thing the man dreaded now was just how loud a reception the red-headed Headmistress of Hogwarts would perform when she was called upon to accept the first place trophy.

AHA! Suck it, OTHER SCHOOLS! Hogwarts had JUST WON THIS THING. That was what the announcer man meant! It was like the Miss Wizardkind competition, when they announced all the runner-ups and the winner realizes she won by process of elimination. In this case, Beauxbatons and Durmstrang had JUST BEEN ELIMINATED. Mwahaha!

If only this EQWEBEGHJKLIOP thing had a fancy glass crown and flowers for the winner in addition to loads of money. IF ONLY.

Once again, the redhead refused to clap for the other school. Her broad smile just widened all the more as she sat on her hands to keep from flinging them in the air in premature celebration.

And there was the student he had been waiting for, along with another of his students. "Miss Wozniacki, Miss Zvonimir, I was beginning to think you weren't going to make it."

Hearing Durmstrang being announced as first losers coming in second place, the headmaster didn't have time to question the girls about why they were late getting to the ceremony. Instead he stood up then looked at his students that were there with him, Mischa, Karina and Bronislava. "Miss Zvonimir, I would like you to accompany me to the front to accept the trophy." Sure it wasn't the first place trophy, but he felt Broni should be the one up there with him since he felt she was the Durmstrang student that did the best job during this whole competition.

Knowing Bronislava would follow him, he made his way to the table and accepted the trophy. He then turned to his favorite student and handed the trophy to her. "Congratulations on all your efforts during this competition. You have made me proud to call you a Durmstrang Champion." Yes, in his mind she was a champion, even if it was second place.

Glancing out at the crowd he didn't miss that look on Truebridge's face. Yeah, go ahead and gloat for now you redheaded banshee. The next competition between the schools would be held at his institution if he had his way. Then they would see who would be gloating in the end.

Estella watched the proceedings with hands clasped in front of her as Fedir announced the winners and began handing out the trophies. Well, she certainly was not surpised by the results but she was disappointed that the other schools hadn't put up much of a challenge. Maybe some investigations were needed to ensure that Durmstrang and Beauxbaton were up to par with their teaching techniques but right now it was celebration time so she sauntered over to the Hogwarts headmistress.

"Congratulations Senora Truebridge."

Bronislava gave a tiny nod, shifting her eyes downward, as she heard her Headmaster's words, fighting to keep the growing red blush from creeping up into her cheeks. Thankfully he did not berate her for her near tardy arrival, for one of the judges began speaking again. Just as she had feared. Her school came in as first place losers.

She let out a quiet, disappointed sigh, trying to avoid any gloating eyes that may be on her when she heard the voice of Zitnik. Her eyes snapped up in surprise. He wanted her to accompany him? "Yes, Headmaster," she said at once, rising from her seat and following him to the front. A bit stunned that he had bestowed this honor upon her, she watched silently as he accepted the trophy, then let out a little gasp of breath as he offered it to her.

She gave a small, yet gracious smile as she took it from his outstretched arm. "Zhank you, Headmaster," Bronislava said as she glanced down at the trophy then looked back up at him. "It is an honor to have your approval. I am pleased to make you and Durmstrang proud." That was almost consolation for their less than successful performance. Not much could make up for her failure, but she was actually very touched.

Laura clapped really loudly for her Headmistress. She was totally happy that Hogwarts had won and she was totally proud of her headmistress they had the best headmistress here and she totally couldn't wait to see what her headmistress had to say about the victory but she was glad that Hogwarts had won, she was a bit sorry for the other schools though.

He has only asked for the Headmaster to approach the podium and accept, so the judge was internally tiffed about the change in protocol. However, given who the man was, Fedir was more than willing to overlook things. It gave the school a positive image in light of its....loss.

Giving a golf clap to the 'touching' scene, he turned his icy gaze back to the audience. "Vich means vinners of 2082 European Bureau ov Vizarding Education Quiz Bowl Scholarship Competition is Hogvarts School ov Vitchcraft and Vizardry vith total ov 181 points." And now to brace for impact as he reached for the large first place trophy. "Headmistress Truebridge, please come up and accept first place trophy."

Quickly and quietly so he could remove himself from the potent stench of the roses.

Minerva sat awkwardly uncomfortable the more Durmstrang students came to join their headmaster. She had been sitting there first before even Mischa had sat down next to her and now she was sitting with them and not her own school it seemed. Well this was super duper awkward now wasn't it. She shifted in her seat and put her hands in her lap playing with the bottom of her shirt as she kept her eyes down as the Headmaster talked with his students.

Her blue eyes lifted as she heard the judge and even though she was sure that Hogwarts received first place she couldn't help but hold her breath until he announced second place letting out her breath she clapped for the school and watched as the Headmaster called on Broni. She watched as the girl followed and they both made their way up on stage. Still clapping she saw him hand over the trophy. Maybe the man wasn't has scary as she thought, maybe he was a decent guy. She continued to clap for her new friend and the school.

Now on to first place, she felt her stomach flip a bit. This was exciting and she had helped she hoped with winning this first place trophy and prize. This was one of the better moments of the ending of her time at Hogwarts. Just as she thought it the judge spoke again and she couldn't help but jump to her feet and clap loudly. What a great feeling to have hearing your school win first place. This was just amazing and great! The smile on the blondes face showed it all.

Well.. Now was the moment of truth. Just as things were going underway, Wade began to take in his surroundings. He grinned towards Alec who was sitting close by along with the others nearby. Hm. Where was Mousie out? He glanced around, finding her finally as she had waved towards him, which got him waving and smiling back. Coolness. Was it too late to change seats? Oh well.

He had a familiar feeling just then, like he felt he was being watched. His brows furrowed before he turned back to see Professor Lafay's eye on him. He smiled softly at her, she was a great Professor to him. He didn't how he could repay back all of her kindness towards him from their classes. Wade knew just what to give her, though he might have to check by her office in case she was busy at the upcoming feast.. Yeah, that'll work. He'll make sure to get her present wrapped up before sharing it.

Before Wade knew it, they were now tallying the points and handing out the trophies. He clapped politely for both Beauxbatons and Durmstrang. A little more heartily for Durmstrang, just cause he was a student there years ago, but only that.. and then there was Hogwarts. First place. His face swelled in pride for his school, a very happy feeling and he stood to clap too, with a little whistle escaping through his fingers from his lips.

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Estella watched the proceedings with hands clasped in front of her as Fedir announced the winners and began handing out the trophies. Well, she certainly was not surpised by the results but she was disappointed that the other schools hadn't put up much of a challenge. Maybe some investigations were needed to ensure that Durmstrang and Beauxbaton were up to par with their teaching techniques but right now it was celebration time so she sauntered over to the Hogwarts headmistress.

"Congratulations Senora Truebridge."

Look at that. Zitnik wasn't even finished saying his piece and yet she ALREADY had adorrrrring fans coming up to her and congratulating her. Bunz removed her hands from her seat and flicked her hair over one shoulder.

"Why thaaaaaaank you, Senora Gabana, thank you everrrrrr so much." She flashed the woman a dazzling white smile, then finally stood up from her seat. "Oop, excuse me, dear, it's time I accepted my-- OUR--- just reward."

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He has only asked for the Headmaster to approach the podium and accept, so the judge was internally tiffed about the change in protocol. However, given who the man was, Fedir was more than willing to overlook things. It gave the school a positive image in light of its....loss.

Giving a golf clap to the 'touching' scene, he turned his icy gaze back to the audience. "Vich means vinners of 2082 European Bureau ov Vizarding Education Quiz Bowl Scholarship Competition is Hogvarts School ov Vitchcraft and Vizardry vith total ov 181 points." And now to brace for impact as he reached for the large first place trophy. "Headmistress Truebridge, please come up and accept first place trophy."

Quickly and quietly so he could remove himself from the potent stench of the roses.

There it was. Here moment in the spotlight. And there IT was. The trophy that was surely filllllllllled with galleons for the school!

The redhead SAUNTERED up to the table when her name was called. "THANK YOU, THANK YOU," she shouted and blew kisses to the crowd as she waltzed on up there. "THANK YOU ALL." The redhead wrenched the trophy out of the judge's hands and turned it over, then checked under the table too. "And where is our giant check o' prize money?" she muttered to him not exactly quietly. "WE NEED OUR FUNDS." So go GET THEM, old man!

Then she scooted back to the center of the podium, smiling and waving and holding the big shiny trophy up over her head. "I would also like to congratulate my student champions," the redhead announced loudly. "Would all the Hogwarts students please stand up? Let's have a round of applause for these brave and intelligent young men and women. Please. They have EARNED IT."

And no, she was not finished yet.

Lex sat quietly through the third and second place annoucements. She knew it wouldn't be Hogwarts. Couldn't be. She'd put effort into it. Losing would have been a waste of said effort. It served Beauxbaton right on coming last. It's what they got for pulling that love potion abraxan dung. She never got to rearranged Gaston's face thanks to a certain Headmistress but she was use to not getting justice in this place. It was just a thing she supposed.

Finally that judge got to the important part. Officially announcing they'd won. Now they'd get the money. She would never have to pay to watch Quidditch again!!

Were they allowed to hoot and be vulgar? They won. It was totally called for. That being the case..."Wooooooot!!! Hogwarts! That's how we win!!" And a whole bunch of loud clapping too at the expense of any foreigners near or around her. They deserved applause for being the only ones to play fair in this whole thing. You never saw them trying to sabotage anyone whether in classes or in the competition.

At the Headmistress' request Lex flew up out of her seat, still clapping but also soaking in the applause. Headmistress had a point. They DID earn it.

At last! The moment Airey had been planning for for all of 10 minutes had arrived and he realized that he really had no plan at all. Nothing besides shooting off fireworks-like spells from his wand anyway because, you see Headmistress, a simple round of applause for his students was just not enough. Not even close.

And so, with the enthusiasm of a sugar-hyped child running around Honeydukes, the suited astronomer stood up and sent a small round of colorful spells into the air. "Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee are the champions, my friiiiiiiiiiends," he began to sing while both arms were up in the air and he swayed slowly back and forth.

Surely all the students knew of this rock classic, yes?

Piers was situated off to the side, listening closely and watching as one of the judges (who had a bit of a dull attitude, he noted to himself) started announcing the winners of the competition. And, of COURSE, Hogwarts was the winner. He had saved the best for last, obviously.

When the Headmistress went up to accept the trophy, Piers' eyes lit up and he clapped and clapped and wolf whistled loudly because she deserved it! And boy, did that trophy make her eyes sparkle and pop, or WHAT.

"WOOOOOOO, ANNIEEE!!" he cheered loudly. Because, obviously, this competition was all about her. Students? Pfft. She was Anastasia Truebridge, Queen of the world his heart Hogwarts.

Laura stood up and clapped really hard, she was so proud of Hogwarts and she was really proud of the Headmistress. She just hoped the Headmistress wouldn't mind what she did next but it was well deserved. "Three cheers for Headmistress Truebridge and Hogwarts school as a whole." The Head wouldn't eat her for saying that right?

Minerva continued clapping as the headmistress went up on stage and started to talk. Oh they were to stand well good thing Minerva had already been standing and clapping, so she just stayed standing and clapping cheering on the rest of her friends and schoolmates. This was exciting now wasn't it. She welcomed the happy and exciting stuff, because she knew too quickly the end of term would be there and she would be an emotional wreck as usual.

Watching the rest of the group standing Minerva tried to clap louder, her hands were beginning to hurt from clapping so much though and what was Professor Flamsteed singing? Wait she knew that song. Wow were the professors being loud and exciting.

Adelaide started to clap like crazy when they'd won. It was simply fantastic. She burst into a fit of giggles once Flamsteed started shooting off fireworks and singing. Yep. She was definitely going to miss talking to him this summer. He was by far her favorite professor.

...and then there was Professor Pretty Fuller whistling at the Headmistress. Well then. That was definitely interesting. Another fit of giggles escaped.

"Thank you,'' Mischa said. He smiled a bit at the Gnome Champion part. He had to admit that had been a whole lot of fun but he nodded understandingly at the next part. He hated the spotlight too. He wished this thing would be over soon so he could go back to the ship. Also the roses were making him uncomfortable.He hated the smell. "It vould not be long after this is over,'' he replied to the question. Mischa would not deny he was very pleased to go back home but a tiny bit of him would miss this Castle and the annoying stairs. Possibly even Minerva whom he had found a friend in even if that happened until the year was almost over.

Ah. Finally this ceremony was underway. Shooting a disgusted look at the roses Mischa turned his attention to the judge who was doing the announcements. Third place for Beauxbatons. Atleast Durmstrang was not last. He clapped politely for the Headmistress and her school.

He stopped soon after however as his Headmaster joined him. "Hello, Headmaster,'' the seventh year said. "I expect they vill be joining us soon. Karina is somevhere around.'' He supposed she had gotten distracted by one of the other events because she had been right behind him.

Speaking of Karina. There she was now. He returned her smile and nodded at Broni. Then the judge was announcing Durmstrang brought second place. Mischa was not at all thrilled at that but atleast they had not brought last. He watched as Headmaster Zitnik and Broni went over to collect the trophy.

That meant Hogwarts had won. "Congratulations, Minerva,'' Mischa said. "To vou and vour school.'' He thought he would have been angry at their lost but he was quite surprised to find out he was not. The Hogwarts champions had outdone themselves.

Oh so they were leaving quickly after this, well she assumed as much. They needed to get back. Maybe they had end of term feast or some sort of graduation tradition that they had to get back to. "Well I bet you are glad then." She gave him a smile, "I'm glad we could work out our differences. It's been nice talking to you this evening." She was enjoying the new friendship that seem to have been coming from this little encounter.

As she sat back down from all the clapping she turned towards Mischa and smiled once more, "Thank you. You guys really did a fantastic job as well. You have some great talent and brilliant wizards." They really did, Broni was one of the smartest she had seen and Mischa was as well. They would have been great here at Hogwarts, but she assumed every school had their top students. She just wondered if she'd ever see her new friends again.

Was that Professor Lafay? Merlin, Kat hadn't seen her own Head of House in a while and, as much as she didn't exactly want to admit, she would miss her after graduation. "Hello, Professor Lafay," Kat greeted the Mama Snake. It would probably be the last time she'd ever address to her like that as a student. After the term ends, she would officially be a graduate and it would be different after that.

BUT HEY. HOGWARTS WON. Kat knew that all along. With her school leading the first two rounds, why the hell wouldn't they win? The Head Girl applauded with that biiiiig smile on her face. Because Hogwarts deserved it, and the money that came with their victory.

So, where's the money?

WOOHOO. Kat totally liked Truebridge. Did ya see that? There was more applauding from the Head Girl, because they obviously had the best Headmistress unlike the Frenchie one. Sulky woman. Pssh. They won and the other schools should just suck it all up.

Oh, and they should stand? Okay. Kat stood stood up just because for recognition reasons. And of course, she kept her grin on her face. WOOHOO. Applause, please? Especially for the prettiest Head Girl there ever was in the history of Hogwarts Hogwarts being number one. Yeaaaaah.

Fedir could just feel a migraine coming on from the moment the Hogwarts Headmistress opened her mouth. So much for quietly and quickly accepting her trophy. Stepping to the side, he reluctantly allowed the woman to take the podium and cocked his head quickly to the right to release the building tension in his neck.

Hands free, he offered an extremely quick golf clap (Two claps. No more) and then waved his wand to remove the enchantments placed on the large bag of galleons that had also been on the table with the trophies. If anyone made any comments - that he could hear - regarding how his appearance mimicked Santa Clause...

"Your vinnings, Headmistress. Congratulations again Hogvarts," he said as he presented her with the bag.

Now if she would just take her seat he could dismiss everyone and they could depart.