Bring on the fireworks

[mammas_goot_to_hyu]

WHO: Everyone who can make it to Mechanisburg
TONE: Fun! 
RATING: PG upwards depending on how drunk some people get (hey, kissing at the Midnight mark can get raunchy!)
WHEN: 31st December
WHERE: The brew hall in Mechanisburg, Germany
WHAT: Mamma's invited the staff and students of Hogwarts to join in with the New Year's eve party at her old brew hall! Families are welcome, the waitresses adore children!

Festivities were in full swing at Gkika's brew hall - the dancing girls on stage being cheered on by the bar patrons, the beer wenches mingling in the crowd and deliberately thickening their accents for tourists. The music was lively as to be expected, there were drinks and food aplenty. What more could you want?

Gkika herself was donning her 'Mamma' clothes as she circulated the crowd, making sure people were behaving themselves and not hesitating to bodily throw out those who didn't, all with a big grin on her face.

(ooc: Feel free to tag amongst each other, it's party!)

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[wavesofjade]

[She's spent her time with her family over Christmas, but she couldn't say no to getting away for a little while and seeing some of her friends over the new year. Being what she is, and therefore having impaired liver function, Dolores has to keep a close eye on how much she drinks and has only had one or two, enough to have her slightly giggly.

So, when she spots Murdoc, she's quick to swoop in on him and kiss him on the cheek, before sitting down and smiling brightly.]

Hello, dear.

[wwistful]

[Murdoc had spent his Christmas with his boys and at least one of his daughters and had honestly found it..cathartic. It had been an exhausting few months, being home seemed to finally put all of that at ease.

Speaking of things that put him at ease, he smiles as she spproaches and allows her to kiss him without shying away. Though he considers it, he's not quite ready to return the favour. So he's just going to raise his glass at her.]

Do you say hello to everyone like that, Miss Maryam?

[wavesofjade]

Of course not, you must be very special to be given such a greeting.

[Her nose wrinkles as she smiles, and she raises her glass in return, taking a quick sip before she sets it down.]

I didn't expect to see you, but I am glad that you're here.

[wwistful]

Then I suppose I must be flattered.
[He takes a long sip of his, making it apparent as to why smiles are coming so easily for him tonight.]
I had nothin' better to do, I had thought it would be pleasant to spend the evenin' amongst friends. [And when he says friends, he can't help but give Dolores a knowing look. He's fairly certain she knows she's one of the few people worthy of the title.]

[wavesofjade]

Aah, then we are of much the same mind.

[She returns the look with a soft smile, giving an almost imperceptible nod. Yes, she knows.]

How have you been over the holidays?

[wwistful]

It's not often that happens.
[Despite finding Dolores engaging and relaxing, it took a lot of work to see things from her perspective. It's not often their motives meet up like this.]

I've been...[He can't think of a fitting word for it. Generally he'll lie and say it's been fine, but he's had a genuinely pleasant holiday so far...] Good. I've been good. How about yourself?

[wavesofjade]

That is good to hear.

[She genuinely cares about Murdoc, and she likes to hear he's doing well, especially when he's being truthful about it.]

I have been very well. I was able to spend this Christmas with my mother, for the first time in twenty five years. I.. had not realised how dearly I had missed her.

[wwistful]

[Murdoc's initial response is to marvel at the length of time it's been, but he's quick to hold his tongue. He imagines her condition must play a part in it, and it's generally better not to poke the wounds.]

I can't imagine missin' my mother. [He grins because he knows that was a horrible thing to say.] What's your Mother like? Is she amiable?

[wavesofjade]

She's.. one of the kindest and most patient people I know.

[Dolores clearly loves her mother very much, her voice and expression softening as she speaks of her.]

When it was first discovered that I had magical talents she did everything she could to understand the world that I was being led into. I think that it frightened her sometimes, but she never showed it.

[wwistful]

Like mother, like daughter, eh?

[He's all little smiles tonight.]

Is that so? I had no idea you were muggleborn. [Well. He had a small idea, but he never knew her well enough to inquire or investigate.]

[wavesofjade]

You might say that. She was a little unsettled by my condition, but.. she loves me all the same.

[She looks slightly surprised then, and returns his small smile.]

You never asked. I have not made a secret of it. It doesn't change your opinion of me, I hope.

[wwistful]

It must have been difficult for a muggle woman to comprehend. Halfbloods and purebloods have a hard time understanding as it is.

[He holds his drink by the rim, swirling the liquid around and refusing to look in her eyes.]

Not as such.

[wavesofjade]

Not as difficult as you might think.. but she had her difficulties with it. [She chuckles lightly.] I think the lack of a heartbeat perplexed her the most.

[Dolores tilts her head then, trying to catch his eye.]

No? I would hate to go down in your estimation simply because my parents were not magically inclined.

[wwistful]

[Murdoc fumbles for a polite answer for a moment. It doesn't change his opinion much, he sort of knew. She's already considered lower than him by the fact that she's a vampire. These are things everybody knows, but not things that need to be said.

Instead, he gives her a curious look.]

No heartbeat? Ah. Of course you don't, it's just, well. I often wonder what it feels like.

[wavesofjade]

[She's already considered lower than most just by being a vampire, not only him, and she's.. used to that. She'd never settle for it, oh no, but she's used to it. She isn't human anymore, after all.

His curiosity interests her, and her eyelids lower as she thinks on it. Her fingers tap gently against the side of her glass, and when she answers, it's softly.]

Hollow. I think.. that would be the most fitting word. I breathe, but.. only for the purpose of speaking. It isn't necessary.

[wwistful]

I see.
[He nods as she speaks, taking it all in and slowly processing the information. That's when he realises he's really made it awkward. A small smile slowly creeps across his face as he changes the subject.]

Do you have any plans for the holidays?

[wavesofjade]

[She can't help but return that slow smile, letting out a little giggle then catching herself, giving the glass in front of her an accusatory look.]

Not for the rest of them. I suppose I will spend the time at home.

[wwistful]

You won't be visitin' anyone else at all? Or have any visitors?

[He cocks his head to the side, a curious look in his eyes.]

[wavesofjade]

I have done my visiting. I have adopted family nearby that may wish to spend time with me before the school year begins again, but I have no plans.

[She catches his eye and smiles.]

And what of you?

[wwistful]

Adopted? So you own them now?

[He narrows his eyes before waving her off.] You should visit. I'm sure the boys would enjoy it.

[wavesofjade]

[She looks surprised for a moment.]

Own them? Where would you get such an idea? I'd say they adopted me more than anything.

[Then she smiles and rests her chin against her hand.]

Do you think so? I'm afraid I don't know your eldest terribly well.

[wwistful]

I see. [He returns the smile.]

Ah, yes. Well he is new! He hasn't quite gotten familiar with everyone just yet. [Suddenly a thought pops into his head, one he's been mulling over for some time.] Speaking of familiarity, you seem to be gettin' quite close to Rhydderch as of late.. [He trails off, raising a curious brow at her.]

[wavesofjade]

[She's been keeping an eye on your boy, Murdoc.. she knows just how 'familiar' he's been getting with people.. but that's something for another time, if it becomes a problem.

When the topic suddenly turns to Rhys, her lips part in surprise for a brief moment, then she ducks her head and smiles faintly.]

Rhys and I have a mutually rewarding relationship. I enjoy his company, and he enjoys mine.

[wwistful]

[Murdoc isn't entirely aware of his behaviour, but he has an idea. He honestly doesn't have any idea where he gets it from. It makes the tiniest part of him feel guilty, as if it's somehow his fault.

He narrows his eyes at the seemingly demure reaction, his good mood slowly wearing into something more serious.]

I can't imagine anyone genuinely enjoyin' his company. [He rolls his eyes.] You're far too accomodatin', Miss Maryam.

[wavesofjade]

Simply because you dislike him I see no reason for me to feel otherwise.

[Very lightly, her fingers pat his arm.]

I appreciate your concern, sweetheart, but I'm a tough girl. I can take care of myself.