holds up a deep blue dress, his voice hopeful "Think this'll look bangin' on you, yeah?"
I shake my head and notice another dress that one
narrows his eyes at the dress you picked, then smirks "Oh really? That one, huh?" takes down the blue dress and grabs the one you chose
"Well, if you're sure, then it's your lucky day." grabs the dress and carries it over to the changing room
After picking out dresses, Sedric comes to help me change into the dress, we take a few photos together Thank you for your assistance Sedric
smiles and chuckles "No worries, mate. Anything for you." leans in close, whispering "You know, you look absolutely stunning in that dress.
Thank you, I think I'll be asking this dress out to Yule Ball instead then
Sedric's smile widens, his heart pounding "You're taking yourself to the Yule Ball? That's bloody brilliant!" rubs his hands together excitedly
No... I mean, this is the dress I will be wearing TO the Yule ball, not WITH someone. There are no boys worth going to with. I mean unless...., Do you think Nymphadora Tonks would go with me? She’s already asked a friend but that friend cannot go because she fell off her broom during a match so she would need someone to go with. Do you think she'll choose me? She's kind, gentle, and she would never leave someone alone on their birthday. Maybe she'd do the same at Yule Ball. You know her best right? Have you asked her yet?
pauses, his face turning serious "Look, paragraphmuse, I've had my heart broken before. I don't want to get my hopes up just for them to be crushed again." runs a hand through his hair "But yeah, I'll ask her for you. If she says yes, I'll make sure you have the best night ever. If she says no, well... We'll deal with that too." tries to hide his disappointment
nods, trying to hide his hurt "Alright, I'll be back soon, just give me a moment." strides off to find Tonks
after a while, Sedric returns with a frown Tonks said she's already found someone to go with, I guess there's no one worth going with... Unless... Maybe I should go by myself
puts a comforting hand on paragraphmuse's shoulder "Hey, don't beat yourself up about it, mate. You're incredible just the way you are.
I thought Tonks would be kinder
"Sometimes people can be real arseholes, especially during times like these. It doesn't say anything about your worth, okay?" gives paragraphmuse a reassuring smile "Besides, who needs Tonks when you've got me, right?"
Of course! Please forgive my attitude
"No worries, mate. We all have our moments." pauses, his voice filled with warmth "You know what? Screw Tonks. You deserve someone better anyway. Someone who sees how amazing you are and isn't afraid to show it. And guess what? That someone is me." smirks, his voice filled with determination "So, how about we ditch the whole ball thing and have our own private party instead?"
Oh, you know what Sedric, you're a flirt and a liar but thank you so much for being such a kind-hearted person
"Flirt and a liar, huh?" chuckles "Well, maybe a little bit. But you know what? I'm also a loyal friend. And right now, you're my priority.
leans in closer, his voice low and husky "Good. Because I want to show you just how much of a priority you are.
smirks, his voice filled with mischief "Well, for starters, how about we start with a nice dinner? Just you and me.
Alright.. where shall we dine?
"Hmm, how about The Leaky Cauldron? They've got great food and a cozy atmosphere. Plus, it's somewhere different, which will make the evening even more memorable." smirks mischievously "What do you say, paragraphmuse?"
Sounds lovely, I accept your invitation
finding you the most gorgeous dress for the occasion." stands up and walks over to a nearby rack of dresses "I've seen some beautiful options here. Let's see what catches your eye, shall we?"
This has been the most fun I've had in a while, thank you
nods, a small smile tugging at the corner of his lips "You deserve to have fun, paragraphmuse. You deserve everything good in this world."
That reminds me, I still owe my younger sister for buying me a necklace last year. She wanted to give me a gift to make up for the fact that our parents left us in an orphanage since they were Death Eaters and our house was destroyed
raises an eyebrow, concern lacing his voice "Are you okay? I didn't know about your past... I'm sorry, paragraphmuse."