J.A.I.L.B.A.I.T. Teaparty ::Semi-Screened for Female Chars Under 30::

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

Madam Rosmerta has cleared away most of the usual tables and booths. There are still a few small tables scattered around the large room, and a cheery fire is crackling in the fireplace. Along one wall are long tables loaded with tea sandwiches, scones, petit fours, candies, biscuits and other rich treats. On the opposite wall there is tea with all the accoutrements, a fountain type punchbowl, and coffee for those who prefer it to tea. Butterbeer is also available on request.

The tables hold bouquets of early spring flowers -- snowdrops, narcissus, and crocus in pink, yellow and white. There are soft yellow, pink, and white ribbons on the candle sconces, as well.

In a back room, the models from Gladrags are bustling around, changing into the various cloaks and robes they will be showing the attendees. They can't be seen, but it is possible to hear their indistinct chatter.

After checking the arrangements with Madam Rosemerta, Ginny stands near the door, nervously waiting for Emma to show up, and worried about whether the party will come off well, and very excited about her friends meeting each other. She's dressed in an aqua green Muggle dress with small yellow flowers, and wearing the new silver snitch necklace Harry gave her.



((While screened for female characters under the age of 30, the Three Broomsticks is a public facility, so it is possible for other characters to crash the party. It'll be a lot easier if they're disguised as a female under thirty, though. *wink*))

Comments

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

No idea, really. Well, except that thestrals are faster because they fly and they know how to get places without being told.

What a wonderful idea! I'm sure everyone will enjoy your poetry reading very much! Yes, I'd like to attend some of your poetry reading to your flower, as well. I'm sure it's quite interesting.

Their income? *blanches a little* Well, if we must. Their manners and reputation we can discover without asking, but income's a bit of a delicate subject, don't you think?

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

I suppose so. But if a woman has poor income, we must work with her to improve on her manners and reputation, so that she can have a good match despite her inconvenience. We need to know who we are to focus on.

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

Perhaps there are more discreet ways to get that information?

*wholeheartedly agrees that a girl without much money ought to be able to "improve herself" so she can be with a rich boy; after all, she's a poor girl with a rich boyfriend, herself*

Do you have anyone in mind, already?

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

Oh, I miss Highbury. There we all would know so much about one another. None of this guessing business.

*She tilts her head, considering*

Well, little Anne of Green Gables just had a terrible experience. I believe we should find her a nice, old-fashioned boy. One who would court her, romance her, but would not go far beyond that. She's still quite young, but a pleasant little distraction may ease her spirits.

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

*smiles a little forelornely* I miss The Burrow, and Ottery St. Catchpole. Everyone knew each other there, as well. But, on the bright side, at least gatherings like this will help us get to know the other girls, and their circumstances, as well.

*thinks back to Anne's distraction during their conversation* Yes, I could tell something was wrong when I chatted with her. Has some boy treated her badly? *is indignant on Anne's behalf* That won't do! She's such a sweet girl. *nods* A nice, old fashioned boy would be just right for her! And I've got just the one in mind. He's completely frigid, probably won't even try to kiss her. I'm sure we can come up with someone to take her mind off whatever awful thing's happened to her. And maybe even avenge whatever slight's been done to her, as well.

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

Indeed, a lad has stolen her first kiss by pretending that he was in love with her, and now he will not see her. Can you imagine? But I promised Anne not to sully the boy's name... as if it is not deserved. Do not fear, I shall write a strongly worded letter, forthwith.

Is the boy romantic? Because I believe Anne is the girl who enjoys little things such as letters and flowers...

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

Oh! That's ... that's just cruel! It didn't happen on Valentine's Day, did it? That might explain things. Not that I have any sympathy for this awful boy. I can certainly understand your wanting to keep your promise to Anne but if it's deserved he could probably use more than one strongly worded letter. After all, it is up to the female population to ensure that men don't behave like cads, especially toward sweet, innocent girls like Anne! Some solidarity in our opinion of this horrible boy would let him know just how wrong his behavior was. I do hope you're sending him a Howler. Those can't be ignored, you know, they explode if you don't open them.

Romantic? Well, in a manner of speaking, yes, I think he is. He could be coached in that direction, I'm sure. I believe he'd be much happier writing letters and sending flowers than, um, snogging her.

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

Yes, I have heard of that invention, and I plan to use just the thing. Perhaps you can help me write the letter, Ginny, although I prefer you not to know the individual. Just know that he is in your house and he is in a position where he should be an example to others. Really, he should have known better!

Well, I certainly hope so, since this 'snogging' activity sounds almost painful.

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

Good, because a boy who does something like that deserves to get a Howler! I'd be glad to help you write the letter, Emma. No need to tell me who it is. *picks up on Emma's clues* He's not a Professor, is he? Because that would require a bit more than a Howler! I'm afraid we'd need to go to the Headmistress if a Professor's abused his or her power to that degree!

*laughs, merrily* Oh, snogging doesn't hurt at all! It's quite nice, really! Snogging means kissing!

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

Oh, what a terrible thought! But no, he is not a professor. He is close to Anne's tender age.

A strange word for it, I believe.

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

*relieved, a little, but now certain it must be the male Slytherin prefect, Ryuuji Otogi, who she's already disposed to mistrust and possibly hate, as he's almost always in the company of that murderous bastard, Tom Riddle. It's not right, really when someone in a position of relative power makes unfortunate connections, and also misleads sweet, innocent young ladies. Your letter should really be very strongly worded. And loud.

*grins* No worries! You'll catch on to all the latest slang soon enough! Especially once we get you snogging some nice person, yourself.

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

Do not even joke about such things, Ginny. I believe it is superfluous to engage in such behavior before marriage, and I do not intend to ever marry.

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

Oh, but I wasn't joking, Emma! I know you keep saying you don't intend to marry, but what if someone truly worthy of your beauty and intelligence happened to come here? You wouldn't pass on the opportunity to be with someone you could share a lifetime of happiness with, would you?

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

*Patiently and kindly* I have already spoken of this with you, Ginny. Falling in love is not in my way or my nature. I truly do not see its benefit outside of marriage, and marriage would not greatly benefit me.

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

*sighs under her breathe* I'm sure there's someone, somewhere whom you'd find beneficial. You don't mind if I introduce you to new people who can become your friends, do you? *totally intends to fix Emma up, anyway*

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

Why, of course. I could never say no to making new friendships, especially to young ladies.

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

Oh, that is good! *notes the emphasis on young ladies, and decides Emma must be more gay than bi, as she originally thought* I was going to introduce you to Ms. Skeeter, but she's apparently otherwise engaged at the moment. I have to meet her back here in town on business next week, though. She might be a bit uncomfortable if I actually brought someone with me, but you could always happen to find us here, and join us. She's very much in need of ... female companionship.

[ewoodhouse.livejournal.com]

Oh, the poor woman. Of course I will meet her, for your sake.

[ginevram.livejournal.com]

*delighted smile* Thank you, Emma! I think you'll find her, hmmm, intellectually stimulating. She's quite nice looking, as well. Though she could use some help with the way she dresses. I think you'd be a very good influence on her! Entitled might be one way to describe her, which only means she needs taking down a peg, but silly is one thing she most definitely is not.