Chapter 10
The night they would be meeting with Fleur's family for diner had arrived and Nephele was worried. Truthfully she had only ever eaten with one pureblood family, the Weasleys, and they were nothing like Fleur. She also knew that Fleur came from a fairly rich and well respected family and so she would need to be on her best behaviour and also dressed appropriately. Of course it was easier for Viktor since he was used to formal events because of his statue as Professional Quidditch player but she had not attending a single function with the exception of the Yule Ball at Hogwarts last year. Currently she was in her room, two hours before the dinner, trying to get ready. Of course Morgana was being a very good help.
"Dear I don't think your 'snake fangs' will be appreciated for this event." Morgana said causing Nephele to sigh. She so loved those fangs.
A sudden knock at her door caused her to turn and swiftly she went and opened it only to see Fleur standing there.
"What can I do for you Fleur?" She asked.
"I know you're getting ready for tonight but my parents said that you s'ould not c'ange a single t'ing about you even your 'snake fangs' as they are called." She said causing Nephele to blink.
"Eh may I ask why?"
"They want to meet the real you silly." Fleur answered causing Nephele to blush and nod.
"Okay then." She agreed.
"Also nothing to formal." With that said Fleur left and Nephele closed her door and returned to her closet.
"I am so freaking lucky." She said causing Morgana to snort. "Alright what about this. The white sweater dress with a pair of white high heel platform boots."
"I like it, simple and nice." Morgana agreed even though Nephele knew she would have preferred a longer dress.
"Great I'm going to go take my shower now."
With that said Nephele stepped inside the shower and turned it on before washing. After that she got out and dried. She made sure to dry her hair and that it was in lose ringlets down her back then did some make up. Finished there she left and got here dress on. The white sweater dress had a low v-neck but it was still modest. The cuffs and hems were thick and had lines. On the cufs were two white buttons. Finished that she put her thy high white suede boots on. The boots had high heels and a platform making her seem a little taller. Finally she finished her outfit off by wearing a emerald green ribbon around her neck. The ribbon went around three times before tying in a bow on the side. With that she put a chain around her neck and hid the objects under her dress. The chain was thin and pink gold. Her earrings were replaced, the bottom earrings were now long rows of diamonds wile the ones after that were diamond studs. Her Snake fangs were replaced with diamond studs as well.
"Well how do I look?" Nephele asked while looking at Morgana who looked her over.
"Presentable." She said with a nod causing Nephele to smile.
"Thanks Morgana because of you I'm not going to make a fool of myself tonight." She said before leaving her room.
She arrived in the entrance hall only to find both Fleur and Viktor standing there. Viktor wore a pair of black dress pants with a dark red dress shirt. Fleur on the other hand wore a stunning blue dress that had a boat neckline and flowed around her like water. She wore a pair of silver heels and her hair was in a twist.
"Oh Nep'ele, you look magnifique!" Fleur exclaimed before hugging her.
"Are you sure?" She asked.
"O' yes, yes, yes." Fleur said far to brightly for Nephele's liking.
"Ve better be going." Viktor said and with a nod they all left through the fire place.
Nephele was very happy that all her clothes were spelled resistant to ash and dust when she stepped out of the fire because at that moment she came face to face with Lady and Lord Delacour and Gabrielle.
Lord Delacour was wearing a nice black suit with a soft blue dress shirt. He had brown hair that was brushed back and a soft smile on his lips. Lady Delacour was wearing a stunning dark blue dress, her long silvery blond hair fell past her shoulders in soft waives. Gabrielle stood in a cut little baby blue dress with her hair down as well.
"Mamman! Papa!" Fleur exclaimed while racing to her parents who instantly hugged her joyfully. As they started to speak in French little Gabrielle walked over and looked up at Nephele who smiled before bending down.
"Bonjour Gabrielle." She said causing the little girl's eyes to brighten and a hug smile to form on her lips before she tackled her in a hug. (Hello Gabrielle)
"Nep'ele! Que c'est marvellous de te voir!" Gabrielle greeted causing Nephele to smile. (Nephele! It is amazing to si you!)
"Gabrielle, Mamma, Papa, j'aimerais vous presentez Viktor Krum and Nephele Potter, Lady of the Potter, Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Black, Le Fay and Grindelwald families." Fleur said and Nephele stood up then smiled down at Gabrielle as she clung to her hand.
"Please Lady and Lord Delacour call me Nephele it's easier then all those names, I have more then Dumbledore himself.
"It is a pleasure to meet you Nephele." Lord Delacour said while extending his hand.
Nephele accepted the hand and shook it before shaking Lady Delacours hand.
"It is also a pleasure to meet you Monsieur Krum." Lord Delacour said and Viktor gave a smile.
"My pleasure to meet you all." Viktor returned warmly.
"W'en Fleur said s'e 'ad been staying wit' t'e bot' of you we were extremely s'ocked. Wit' eac' letter s'e sends 'ome, comes wit' amazing stories of bot' your lives. We feel as t'ough we know you both very well." Lady Delacour said her voice sounding like delicate little bells.
Of course what she said causing Nephele to blush terribly, she hadn't known that Fleur had been sending the stories she told them home.
"Please let us move to the sitting area." Lord Delacour said and with a nod they all walked through the manor or castle.
Of course that's when Nephele finally noticed her surroundings. They were so beautiful, the floor was white marble and the walls were a soft blue with gold and white all over the place. It was a very elegant place and arriving in the sitting area Nephele found that it was equally elegant.
"Please sit." Lord Delacour said and the group did so.
Soon the group started to speak about different things, small talk really until super was served. They were all brought to the Dining room where they all settled down. The first meal to reach them was a bowl of soup. Nephele did not know what it was but decided that she would try it before she found out what it was.
Gently she picked up a spoon and dipped it into the bowl. She found that the soup was nice and creamy, one of her favourite kinds. Gently blowing on it she then slipped the spoon into her mouth and instantly her eyes brightened. It tasted really good!
"My apologies but may I ask what this is?"
Her question of course got some smiles and Fleur decided to answer.
"It is called a bisque. T'ere are different kinds, like lobster, crab, s'rinp and crayfish'. This one is made of Lobster." She explained and Nephele gave a nod.
"It taste delicious." She said truthfully before she returned to her soup even having some bread with it.
When everybody was done the next meal was served. This time it was pasta with a white sauce, and all sorts of sea food such as shrimp, clams and other things. It once again came with bread and Nephele was very happy to see that she loved the dish. A soft conversation was going around the table as dessert was brought out. Instantly Nephele was in heavens and Fleur giggled softly.
"What is it Fleur?" Lord Delacour asked confused.
"Nep'ele adore le chocolat." Fleur said causing Lady Decalour's eyes to brighten considerably. (Nephele adores chocolate)
The dessert before her resting so beautiful on a plat was a Moelleux au Chocolat. She had heard plenty about this one from Fleur who had promised that she would try to get her one, one of these days. With tenderness she always gave her broom while flying, she picked up her spoon and gently placed it through the soft exterior of the chocolate dessert. When she pulled the spoon out she was very happy to see a gooey chocolate interior. With a delighted grin she took the spoon in her mouth and moaned.
"I suspect s'e likes it." Lady Delacour said and Nephele hurriedly gave a nod of agreement causing the woman to smile brightly.
"It's so good."
"I am glad to 'ear it Nep'ele. I'm afraid neit'er Fleur or Gabrielle received my extreme love of c'ocolate." the woman said and Nephele swore she heard a sadness in her voice but than the woman brightened even more. "But now you have the love and it will be my honour to chair such treats."
"So Viktor when is your next Quidditch Match?" Lord Delacour asked causing both Viktor and Nephele to brighten. Viktor because he would be playing and Nephele because she was going to go see him fly. She loved playing and watching Quidditch.
"It is this veekened sir." He answered.
"Oh and you are playing, the Harpy's non?"
"Yes ve are, my Captain is vorried though because the team is a very good one especially vith the new player they have." Viktor said.
"I'm sure you will do just great Viktor you're the best flier I know." Nephele said causing Viktor to grin.
"That's because you don't know how good you fly Nephele." he said causing her to blush.
"Nonsense you fly much better all I am is a Hogwarts student playing kids Quidditch for house points and the honour of my house against Slytherin. You play with such a large crowed watching you." Nephele said.
Soon both Nephele and Viktor started to argue about who was the better flier, Viktor insisted it was Nephele and Nephele insisted it was Viktor. Lord and Lady Delacour both smiled to each other as they watched the little banter.
"Do they always argue like this?" Lord Delacour asked his eldest daughter causing her to smile.
"Oui papa, Nep'ele is a very good flyer but s'e denies t'at s'e is better t'an Viktor." Fleur said while shaking her head. "Yet s'e is t'e best flier I 'ave ever seen."
"She seems like the type that sees her talent as minimal compared to others." Lord Delacour said and Fleur gave a nod of agreement.
"Elle est." (She is.)
About fifteen minutes later the group retired to the sitting room once more and had some tea. Gabrielle seemed to be very tired as she cuddled to Nephele who smiled down at the little girl by her side. The child was such a sweat little thing.
Gently she brushed a strand of silver blond hair out of her face and behind her ear. Gabrielle seemed so innocent and joyful, It hurt her heart to know that the next few years all she would know would be war with Voldemorts return. Hopefully she would be able to stop him before he started to hit France. No she would stop him before he started.
An hour later the three teens left Delacour Castle with promises to return. Lady Delacour even gifted Nephele with an extra Moelleux au Chocolat that made her eyes brighten and Viktor chuckle while Fleur gave a laugh. Nephele made sure to give the sleepy Gabrielle a hug and a kiss on her forehead before they left.
Arriving at Le Fay Castle the three teens decided to get out of the fancy clothes and into more comfortable clothing. Nephele called a house elf to her and told them to put the dish in the fridge and to let nobody but her touch it.
"How did it go?" Morgana asked as Nephele walked into her room.
"It went amazingly, we had a really good dinner and I found out that I love sea food. We were able to talk a lot as well. All in all the night went very well." Nephele answered and Morgana gave a smile.
"I am glad to hear it child. While you were gone a letter arrived for you." Morgana said and instantly Nephele noticed the envelope on her bed. Walking over she found that it was her Hogwarts letter. She check it for any spells then disarmed the Portkey one and opened the letter.
It was the normal letter of Hogwarts and she was pleased to see that no Prefects badge was there. She didn't need that, plus she could very well accept it. The letter notified students of the new uniform this year and that it would be mandatory.