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Post by Emalina Autumn Knight on Nov 9, 2023 20:58:00 GMT
 IF YOU'RE NOT THE ONE then why does my hand fit yours this way? Emmy's birthday had been a somewhat success last month. She'd managed to convince her parents to let her have a quiet day, nothing fancy or elaborate, just a nice, easy time without much fuss. There had been a bit of a fuss, it wouldn't have been a Knight family gathering without it, but she'd enjoyed a quiet meal with her loved ones and gotten some pretty good presents this year. Ric had gotten her the new boxset of books from her favourite author and Evie had spoiled her rotten with a gorgeous autumn leaf quilt that looked amazing in her living room draped across the couch. It was her mum that had surprised her the most. Emmy's favourite tv show had started recently. Her parents weren't much into muggle things, but they knew she loved watching the muggle dance show, and occasionally watched with her if they visited on a Saturday evening. In honour of the dance show, and to get her out of the house where she might find herself a husband - thanks, mum - Emmy had received salsa lessons. Yes, salsa lessons. The only problem was, she had to have a partner to dance with. Nova was her first choice, of course, but then she'd thought it might be a bit of a pain in the butt if Nova wanted to do all the girls parts and Emmy had to be the man, so she'd chickened out of asking her best friend, and moved on to other ideas. She'd finally landed on one that filled her with equal parts horror and excitement. Jasper. He was the only male friend she had that she thought would be up for a fun dance lesson, and he wouldn't judge her for asking in the first place. He was the perfect choice, really, especially since she'd be in a strange environment and feeling nervous about dancing in front of other people. Emmy gave a little twirl in front of the mirror in her bedroom. She had on a red dress, the skirt flaring out when she spun. It was very salsa-ish, she had to admit, but she felt like a sore thumb wearing it, and had seriously considered just wearing jeans before she'd forced herself to apparate to London where the lessons were being held. She waited outside the hall for Jasper, wondering if he'd find the place okay or if she'd end up going home. Merlin knew she wouldn't go in there alone. She'd rather waste her mum's gift and miss out on the fun than go it alone and risk embarrassing herself. Emmy loved to dance, but this was something she'd never tried before. She needed a bit of moral support to get her through. Jasper Adriel DrakeOutfit: Sassy red salsa dress and heels. Notes: "Do do do do, do do, do do, do do do do do!" |
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Creature Induced Injuries Ward Healer
SAINT MUNGO'S
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Nov 16, 2023 13:33:06 GMT
Post by Jasper Adriel Drake on Nov 16, 2023 13:33:06 GMT
if you never try, you'll never know Salsa lessons? Jasper was at a loss as to why Emmy wanted him to do salsa lessons with her but he jumped at the chance with an overly-enthusiastic 'I'd love to'. He'd done a little research and discovered he wasn't the biggest fan of the salsa outfit. It was tight and revealing and Jasper, while not ashamed of his body by any means, felt a little awkward with so much chest exposed. The deep v-neck shirt that was quite sheer was not something he would have worn, but the woman in the shop talked him into it and Jasper had been too timid to say any form of 'no'. So there he was, looking at himself in the mirror, pulling on a massive coat and doing it up so it hid his outfit. Costume? Dance clothes? Whatever it was, he didn't like it and he wasn't sure he could wear the heels. He side-eyed the shoes, those heels. He was nervous. Jasper was ready and he disapparated. He wobbled on his landing and fell against the brick wall of a building. He managed to stay upright but he scuffed the side of his coat. Regardless, he straightened himself up and walked around the corner and down the road to the hall Emmy had said to meet at. He spotted her immediatley. She was beautiful and elegant and he was in a long puffy coat looking as though he belonged just about anywhere else. His shoes clicked on the pavement and he wondered if perhaps he had taken everything too far. Had he committed too much for dance lessons? Perhaps he should have worn comfortable trousers and a regular tee shirt? He would have preferred that, but he wanted to at least look that part for Emmy, although maybe he should have put his foot down about the shirt and gone for something a lot less see through. "Emmy! Looking forward to salsa?" He did a little shimmy and regretted it instantly. What the hell was he doing? |
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Dec 12, 2023 22:14:40 GMT
Post by Emalina Autumn Knight on Dec 12, 2023 22:14:40 GMT
IF YOU'RE NOT THE ONE then why does my hand fit yours this way? She didn't have to wait long. A very tall figure in a chunky coat came clicking down the road towards her, and Emmy beamed at the sight of Jasper. He called out to her, doing a little shimmy, and she giggled, covering her mouth with her hand. She couldn't see his outfit, but he seemed to have on some sort of dancing attire judging by the heeled shoes he was wearing. That made her feel instantly less stupid for her swishy red dress and heels. She waited until he reached her and pulled him in for a quick hug. He was so tall that even when she wore heels he still towered over her, which she loved. Emmy didn't often wear heels, feeling like a giant, herself. She could get away with a lot when she was with Jasper, which made her adore him even more, if that were possible. "You made it!" She shouldn't have doubted him. Of course he had made it, he wasn't the kind of person to let his friends down. "You look snuggly," she said, releasing him and stepping back. She hadn't thought to grab a coat on her way out, thinking they'd be inside and warm anyway, but waiting outside the hall had been a rather chilling experience. Emmy couldn't wait to get inside, but she waited for Jasper to be ready first, not wanting to rush him, no matter how eager he seemed with his shimmying. Jasper Adriel Drake Outfit: Sassy red salsa dress and heels. Notes: "Do do do do, do do, do do, do do do do do!" |
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Creature Induced Injuries Ward Healer
SAINT MUNGO'S
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Dec 12, 2023 22:17:26 GMT
Post by Jasper Adriel Drake on Dec 12, 2023 22:17:26 GMT
if you never try, you'll never know Emmy gave him a warm greeting, wrapping her arms around him, stirring up the scent of her shampoo and perfume. Jasper wrapped his arms about her in return, giving her a hug in his awkward jacket. "I was worried I might have gone a bit O.T.T. with my outfit." He said with a bit of a cringe, "The woman in the shop just kept talking and ... well," He pulled down the zip of his coat and revealed his outfit, feeling the breeze against his bare skin, and in particular his nipples that were not at all well shielded against the elements in the shirt he had on. "Is it awful?" He asked, pulling open the door for Emmy in the hopes that she would tell him it was lovely, but really he felt ridiculous and nothing she could say would make him feel any different, unfortunately. |
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Dec 12, 2023 22:17:45 GMT
Post by Emalina Autumn Knight on Dec 12, 2023 22:17:45 GMT
IF YOU'RE NOT THE ONE then why does my hand fit yours this way? Jasper unzipped his coat to reveal the outfit a shop lady had apparently pressured him into buying. Her eyes widened, mouth opening in surprise. His chest was on show, the black top he wore very revealing with see-through bits all over it. Emmy tried not to stare, her heart fluttering strangely at the sight. Was he always this toned? Had he been working out? She still hadn't answered him as he held the door open for her, and she slipped inside the warm building into a small entry, lively music blaring from beyond double doors in front of them. Emmy shivered and turned to have another look at Jasper's outfit. He looked so good. She wasn't sure how to tell him that he looked incredible without sounding like a total perve. "You look fantastic," she said, smiling brightly. Too brightly. Could he hear her heart beating? Was she blushing? Emmy put her hands to her cheeks, which were hot to the touch. She was definitely blushing. "Perfect for salsa class. You have nothing to worry about." She turned away from him and fanned herself subtly. "Is it hot in here?"Jasper Adriel Drake Outfit: Sassy red salsa dress and heels. Notes: "Do do do do, do do, do do, do do do do do!" |
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Creature Induced Injuries Ward Healer
SAINT MUNGO'S
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Dec 12, 2023 22:18:19 GMT
Post by Jasper Adriel Drake on Dec 12, 2023 22:18:19 GMT
if you never try, you'll never know Jasper was terrified of stepping into the hall with so much flesh on display during winter. He hoped the hall would be adequately heated so his nipples wouldn't freeze off but would it be heated if people were going there to dance? Surely they'd warm up from dancing and if the heating was they'd all get too warm? He hoped not, he didn't want to be a sweaty mess in front of Emmy. Emmy's enthusiasm for his costume had him grinning like a fool. Emmy stepped inside and Jasper followed after her, relieved that it was warm inside but Emmy was concerned it was hot. Jasper didn't think it was hot, he was comfortable, but maybe that was because he'd been so cold that he was taking a while to warm up properly. "Seems okay. Are you feeling alright?" Was Emmy feeling unwell? Was she coming down with something? Jasper stopped worrying about his outfit and the temperature of the room and started worrying that Emmy might be sick. Red cheeks and feeling hot were classic fever. He felt ridiculous for not having any basic potions on him, but he had a medicine cabinet full of useful things back home if she needed anything. |
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Dec 12, 2023 22:18:46 GMT
Post by Emalina Autumn Knight on Dec 12, 2023 22:18:46 GMT
IF YOU'RE NOT THE ONE then why does my hand fit yours this way? Emmy shrugged Jasper's concern off when he asked if she was feeling alright. "Yeah, fine," she lied. "Just excited to get started." That could make someone feel a bit hot under the collar, right? Excitement was the only excuse she had, so she ran with it. "Let's go in." She pushed one of the double doors open before he could insist on checking her over for dragon pox or something else dramatic, and stepped into a sweaty hall. It was huge inside, mirrors all along one wall with some tables and chairs on the opposite side of the room. The dance teachers were a young couple, fussing around by speakers in the corner where the music was blaring from. Couples of all ages were sitting at the tables, waiting for the class to begin, and Emmy turned to Jasper for reassurance. "Should we sit?" They could always stand in the doorway like sore thumbs, but grabbing a table might be the less awkward option. Emmy eyed the outfits other people were wearing. Some of the older women had on long, modest skirts and low heels, nothing like her short red dress and heels. And the men, well... Most had on simple black pants and shirts. Emmy's heart hitched in her chest and the urge to run away was strong. Jasper Adriel Drake Outfit: Sassy red salsa dress and heels. Notes: "Do do do do, do do, do do, do do do do do!" |
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Creature Induced Injuries Ward Healer
SAINT MUNGO'S
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Dec 12, 2023 22:19:06 GMT
Post by Jasper Adriel Drake on Dec 12, 2023 22:19:06 GMT
if you never try, you'll never know Jasper looked Emmy over again, not entirely buying her reason but he figured he'd let it slide for now and just keep a close eye on her. If she wasn't feeling well and she exerted herself then she could end up fainting. He wasn't usually one to think so dramatically, he liked to leave the drama in the family up to Leo, but when it involved concern over a drop dead gorgeous friend in a damningly sexy number, well then he was going to overthink the rest of his night and let his brain freak out in silence. "Yeah, we can take that one by the wall." Should they though? At least by the wall they might not get stared at., at least not to their faces, but probably in the mirrors. Everyone else looked so moderately dressed while he and Emmy looked like professionals in comparison, although only because of their outfits. Jasper couldn't talk for Emmy because he always thought she looked slender and elegant, but he did not have what he thought of as a dancer's frame. He was think, kind of lanky, and he was wishing he'd hit the gym at least a few times in preparation for the evening in case there was any lifting involved. Oh please, he begged to some deity in his mind, pleased let this evening pass without lifts or incidences. |
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Dec 12, 2023 22:19:24 GMT
Post by Emalina Autumn Knight on Dec 12, 2023 22:19:24 GMT
IF YOU'RE NOT THE ONE then why does my hand fit yours this way? Jaspy suggested the table closest to the wall and Emmy couldn't agree more. "Good idea." She didn't wait for Jasper to go first, leading the way and practically hugging the wall as she went, trying to blend in with it in her bright red number. People were watching, looking, staring, talking. She was sure of it. It might have just been innocent curious glances, but she was convinced that they were all thinking the same thing: 'who are the idiots in fancy dress?' Emmy sat in the seat closest to the wall, right in the corner where she felt the safest. The dance teachers were still muttering in each other's ears at the front of the room, and she wondered how long they'd have to sit there before the lesson started. Why had she thought this sounded like a fun idea? She should have given the lessons to one of her friends as a gift. Nova and Ty could have done it instead, that would have been way more suitable and less embarrassing. Jasper Adriel Drake Outfit: Sassy red salsa dress and heels. Notes: "Do do do do, do do, do do, do do do do do!" |
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Creature Induced Injuries Ward Healer
SAINT MUNGO'S
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Dec 12, 2023 22:19:45 GMT
Post by Jasper Adriel Drake on Dec 12, 2023 22:19:45 GMT
if you never try, you'll never know Jasper hunched himself over a little to try and make himself look smaller and less visible, of course it was a ridiculous notion but he made his way safely to a chair without any incidences and sat his butt down, shifting the chair closer to the table, the legs squeaking across the well polished floors. He was willing to bet that if he kicked his shoes off, he could have a damn good slide around on the floor. He and Atti could have races and competitions to see who could slide the farthest. "Is it just me or are we the only ones dressed for the occasion?" Clearly they were the only ones taking this thing seriously. If Jasper had any coordination with his feet he'd be incredibly arrogant, as it was he was useless with his feet and was probably going to be on his arse within five minutes of starting - if it ever started. |
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Dec 12, 2023 22:20:05 GMT
Post by Emalina Autumn Knight on Dec 12, 2023 22:20:05 GMT
IF YOU'RE NOT THE ONE then why does my hand fit yours this way? Emmy cringed and put a hand over her face when Jasper pointed out the obvious. She turned her head to the side to look at him, keeping her hand up so that nobody else could see the look on her face, which was one of mild horror and regret. "Do you know any spells we could use to fix it?" she whispered. They could make her dress longer and more modest, and seal his shirt up so it was more boring. Emmy didn't have a clue when it came to spells to adjust clothing. Izzy would have known what to do, but that was no use to them right now. Unless she'd taught her cousin a trick or two that he could pull out the bag to save them. Emmy didn't hold out hope that he did. They were stuck in eye catching outfits for the next hour, and there was nothing they could do about it. "Alright! Everyone on your feet, we're ready to salsaaaa!" The dance teachers addressed the group loudly, beaming smiles on their faces. Emmy blew out a deep breath, wishing they'd had longer to hide in the corner. Jasper Adriel Drake Outfit: Sassy red salsa dress and heels. Notes: "Do do do do, do do, do do, do do do do do!" |
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Creature Induced Injuries Ward Healer
SAINT MUNGO'S
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Dec 12, 2023 22:20:20 GMT
Post by Jasper Adriel Drake on Dec 12, 2023 22:20:20 GMT
if you never try, you'll never know Any spells to fix it? Jasper shook his head. He had no idea who to change all these people's clothes, and besides, how many were muggles? He was going to guess all of them, and it would be weird changing all their clothes, plus they would all definitely notice if their clothes changed. He didn't know how to fix this situation, "Not for all of them, and I don't really want to see nana and papa over there in anything even remotely revealing." He said quietly, nodding his head toward a much older couple than them. Even if asper could change everyone's clothes, he didn't have the time as they were called up to start. He gulped and stood up, sliding his coat off his arms and setting it down on the chair. He extended his hand to Emmy. He felt ridiculous in these clothes when no one else was wearing anything similar, but he had Emmy by his side, rocking a playful red number, so he knew he could get through even the most embarrassing of dance lessons with her by his side. |
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Dec 12, 2023 22:20:42 GMT
Post by Emalina Autumn Knight on Dec 12, 2023 22:20:42 GMT
IF YOU'RE NOT THE ONE then why does my hand fit yours this way? "No, I meant-" Emmy was drowned out by the scraping of chairs as everyone got up to start the lesson. "I meant us." It was too late now. She stood up, following Jasper out into an open space. "Can we stay near the back?" she muttered, not wanting to be anywhere near the front where others could stare at them. The dance teachers were all revved up and ready to go, shouting across the room. "Welcome, everybody! I'm Zara and this is my husband, Graziano! We're going to start with some basic moves to get you warmed up." Zara turned to Graziano, who had gorgeous long hair pulled back in a ponytail, and he took her in his arms, demonstrating what to do. Emmy glanced at Jasper. She really didn't want to be grabbing him and trying to get them into the right position. Just the thought of being pressed up against him when he was in such a revealing outfit made her heart try to escape from her mouth. She waited for him to take the lead. "You need a strong frame! We're going to do basic backwards and forwards movements. Keep to the rhythm!" Graziano was calling out instructions in his Italian accent and music began to play loudly. Everyone else was already attempting the basic steps to varying degrees of success. It didn't look hard at all. Jasper Adriel Drake Outfit: Sassy red salsa dress and heels. Notes: "Do do do do, do do, do do, do do do do do!" |
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Dec 12, 2023 22:21:00 GMT
Post by Jasper Adriel Drake on Dec 12, 2023 22:21:00 GMT
if you never try, you'll never know Emmy wanted to stay near the back and Jasper couldn't agree more, he nodded his head and took little steps to make it look as though he was moving forward, only he wasn't going very far at all. He stood next to Emmy, eyes wide as Zara introduced herself and her husband who was certainly making Jasper feel inferior. Those dark eyes, dark hair slicked back into a small ponytail, he looked like some kind of Adonis, and Jasper wasn't afraid to admit that. Everyone else had hold of their partners and Jasper watched the frames and steps before realising he needed to grab Emmy, "Oh, right." He turned to look at her, held out his hands and stepped forward to take the lead but accidentally brushed his left hand over her breast. "Oh Merlin! Oh Em. I'm so sorry." He froze. Did he still take hold of her? Did he run and hide? |
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