-Jealousy, Apology and Broken rules-
Dmitri woke up before Saira in the morning. She was sleeping peacefully for once and he didn't want to spoil it. Someone came downstairs.
"Hey Saira are you-" Liz started
"Shh" Dmitri interrupted. "She's sleeping soundly"
"Bout' time. She's finally getting a break even if it's brief." Liz said sitting in the armchair beside Dmitri.
"Sometimes I think about all she's been through and it shocks me she hasn't had a mental breakdown or something. I try to protect her but there are things stronger than me"
"You are a big help and still are. She may not have told you but with my power I can tell she only got through everything all these years because you were there. Saira tried to hide her emotions but I think you ought to know"
"Thanks. It means a lot," he said
"So how are you holding up?"
"Can't you tell already?" he asked
"Yes but the more you talk about it, you can start healing faster. I know all too well"
Saira shifted a little but slept on.
"What time is it?" Dmitri asked
"Seven. I woke up and couldn't get back to sleep"
"Bummer. We have class today right?"
"Yeah. We get our schedules at breakfast"
"I just hope we don't have Defense Against the Dark Arts. That woman hates me for no damn reason"
"No she has a reason," Liz said
"What?"
"She's anti-elf and I'm beginning to think she's anti-blue hair"
"Oh great reason" he said sarcastically "You know I just realized I can't feel my legs"
Liz laughed. "I think you should move her or wake her"
"But if I move her, I will wake her"
"Well then pinch your leg a couple of times and hope the feeling comes back"
Liz got up and headed for the door
"Where are you going?" Dmitri asked
"For a walk"
Saira woke up shortly after Liz left. She looked around trying to remember where she was.
"Hey love. Nice dreams?"
"Best I've had in a long time"
Saira sat up and Dmitri immediately started massaging his leg to get the feeling back.
"What about you?" Saira asked, "What filled your dreams?"
"Memories" he said plainly "Memories"
"Happy?"
"Very. Well I'm hungry. Let's grab something before class"
"Okay, give me a minute to change"
Saira went upstairs and changed using magic to fix her hair before she grabbed her magic bag and headed downstairs. Dmitri was waiting all dressed and sophisticated looking even with the blue hair. They were just about through the door when someone called Saira's name
"Saira wait up" It was Rianna
She came jogging up stealing glances at Dmitri as she did. Saira noticed she hemmed her clothes. The skirt was shorter and the shirt was low cut with the tie loose around her neck. Her shoes were more sandal- like. Saira noticed Rianna looking at her boots as if it should be illegal to wear them. Liz and Saira like the knee high black boots that laced up and Saira had gotten a pair from Liz for Christmas.
"Hey Rianna. We're heading to the Great Hall. Care to join?" Sara said
"Sure. I need to find Titania though"
"She's probably down there too"
"Love, c'mon" Dmitri urged
"Alright, Dmitri" Saira said smiling
The three of them found all of their other friends already eating breakfast looking at their schedules for the day. Saira sat far away from Harry, as she was still angry with him.
Titania was speaking with Legolas at the staff table. Saira felt uneasy how Legolas laughed and smiled at everything she said. But at the same time she liked Titania. Her style was cool to Saira and her attitude was different. She noticed again that she wore striped arm warmers and socks but in different colors to match her dress
Professor McGonagall walked over and handed the rest of the Gryffindors their schedules before leaving to prepare for class. They had Potions, then Transfigurations. It was going to be short classes since it was only the first day back.
Harry, Ron and Hermione left early. Dmitri went over to see Aranel and Rianna went to speak with Titania. Liz and Saira were all that remained. Liz was looking at Rianna as if analyzing her.
"Liz, what's happening in your world?" Saira said snapping Liz out of it
"Oh sorry"
"Do we have someone evil in our midst?" Saira asked
"If by evil you mean a stuck up new student who hates your boots then yes"
"I'm gonna take a stab at this and say you don't really like Rianna" Saira joked
"Of all the Elves I've met in my life, I've never met one so into themselves"
"What about Isilwen?"
"No, she was just a Drow"
"Hey, why couldn't-"
"-I tell she was a Drow?" Liz finished "She learned how to block my power just like Legolas. It's difficult but possible which I hate. Muggles have a much harder time. They have to learn Occulemency"
"Isn't Harry learning that?" Saira asked
"Yeah. He's very vulnerable in his feelings, no offense, but quite like you. Saira he is sorry. He knows how he acted and will apologize."
Saira didn't answer. She just nodded then continued eating her toast. She felt her gaze fall upon Titania and Legolas again.
"What can you sense about her?" Saira asked curiously
"Titania? She has one of the strongest minds I've ever felt. I can't sense anything which makes me wonder about her"
"Yeah me too"
Rianna started walking away form the staff table and towards the exit. Liz glared menacingly as she smiled flirtatiously at Voron as she left. Even despite the several guys following her out.
"Why doesn't she like my boots?" Saira asked trying to lighten the mood
Liz smiled "She thinks they're gothic"
Saira stood up and then looked down at her boots. She got a goofy confused look on her face as she inspected them
"I just dont see it" she said stupidly "Dragon hide and thick soles that make me two inches taller. I'm not seeing the Gothicism"
"C'mon. Let's get to class," Liz laughed
"Wait I want to say hi to Legolas first. I'll meet you in the foyer"
Saira made her way up to the staff table. She smiled courteously at Titania but Legolas didn't even have to ask what she wanted before he got up and started escorting her out. They'd found their loophole to Dumbledore's rule. Saira saw Liz sitting on Voron's lap as she walked out and decided to let her be. When they reached the hall, Legolas pulled her behind a corner and embraced her with a deep long kiss.
"I'll never get tired of that," Saira said
"I hope not. You know Miss Trinity; I couldn't help but notice you glancing my way a lot. Titania wouldn't have anything to do with it now would it?" he said as he held her around the waist.
"I don't trust her," Saira said
"I encourage you to get to know her. She's a very talented Elf and may be able to help you"
"Only for you"
Liz came out of the Great Hall but didn't glance over their way. She just waited. Saira gave Legolas one quick kiss before heading Liz's way.
"Oh Legolas! I'm free Thursday night" Saira winked before she met Liz and went out of sight. Outside the potions dungeon Liz and Saira found Rianna surrounded by several Slytherin guys. When the bell rang they all followed after her but split as she went to sit down across the room.
Liz and Saira rolled their eyes and went in. Draco was sneering about something but stopped abruptly at the sight of Saira. She waved at him and smiled as his cheeks turned slightly pink. Saira took a seat next to Rianna who was looking quite smug with herself.
"There is one ultimate truth when it comes to men" she said
"And what would that be?" Liz said with false sincerity
"Look available but be unattainable"
"That is unless you already have a guy," Saira said flatly
"Oh right. I forgot you all like your commitments"
Class went by quick and Saira got her usual top marks.
"Hey Saira, I said I'd meet up with Voron so I'll talk to you later"
"Okay, Namaarie"
Liz left the classroom and went swiftly down the corridor. Saira noticed Harry was piddling around to stall and then he told Ron and Hermione to go on ahead. Almost scared he walked up to Saira.
"Hey" he said softly.
"Hey" she answered back
"Can we talk?"
Saira followed him out of the cold dungeon to an empty hallway.
"Saira I want to apologize.again. What I said has been tearing me apart. You were right and I was being selfish. Can you forgive me?
"If you promise me one thing" Saira said seriously
"What?"
"Do not compare my misery with yours."
"Okay"
Saria smiled and gave Harry a hug
"I hear you're taking Occulemency. Oh sorry 'remedial potions'" Saira joked
"Yeah it'll be great" he replied sarcastically
The rest of their classes were easy compared to the first of the year. While Harry went to his first Occulemency lesson, Saira and the others went to the courtyard to catch up. Dmitri seemed to be doing much better with Aranel around. Saira could tell Liz had missed Voron more than she let on during the break because she was all over him. Not necessarily kissing but spending a lot of time in each other's arms. Rianna thought the courtyard was cool but was more worried about decorating it.
They all joined in a game of Kholiast to pass the time. Aranel told them how her break was boring because her father wanted to spend so much time with her. Voron had gone home and almost didn't get to come back because his parents were so furious. But he was of age and they didn't have much authority over him
"Rianna, Legolas said he visited you in Rivendell. If you lived there, wouldn't you have met Liz?" Saira asked
"I was born in Rivendell but I've only lived there for about one year of my life. However when I was there, I only remember seeing one moon Elf and it wasn't Liz," she answered
"I can answer that too. If she was there within the past few years, I was gone. My father and I went traveling and just returned before school started and since then I travel with him every summer" Liz said
"Oh ok" Saira said
The Elves started back about the same time as Harry. Saira went to bed early though she wasn't really tired. She lied in her canopy bed staring up at it. She began dozing off. She found herself down a long corridor with locked doors everywhere. She reached one door then she turned and realized it was Harry's dream. She woke up with a start.
Even though the dream hadn't lasted long, time had passed rapidly and she was in a dark room with all her friends sleeping. Saira was so confused. Why was she seeing things in Harry's head? The visions are his and have no place in her head.
She leaned over to the side of her bed and pulled out her magic journal with Legolas. She wrote back and forth with him for a long time talking about her day and thoughts of going home, but didn't mention the vision wanting to talk face to face. After they stopped she couldn't sleep and took a draught to help.
The week flew by and by the time Thursday rolled around; Saira and the others had a mountain of homework. Most of her work she got through easy but Charms still kept her up at night. Rianna spent her days with Saira and was constantly trying to give her tips on clothes and hair.
Saira didn't care much. She just nodded and smiled as Rianna went on occasionally doing something. There was never a moment of silence if Rianna was in the room and Saira liked that because it kept her mind off other things. Rianna also insisted Saira introduce her to all the guys Saira knew.
After awhile Saira wanted to get away and finally found a moment and went straight to Legolas' room where she found him tutoring a few students. It was mainly in potions because Saira saw some cauldrons bubbling.
"Hello, Miss Trinity" he said
"Professor" she nodded
"Please have a seat and I'll help you in a moment" he winked before going to help a student whose potion was giving off the wrong color smoke.
Saira couldn't sit there while they were doing so dismally and by the time everyone was done, Saira had helped perfect their potions. The students were very grateful and left smiling. Saira didn't get to say anything when Legolas grabbed her hand and led her out. When he heard people coming he let go and walked casually next to her.
When the coast was clear he took her through a secret passage. He took her to a room but as they went inside it was pitch black and Saira couldn't see a thing. Legolas locked the door and then came up behind her.
"Close your eyes" he whispered
Saira did but Legolas checked with his hands incase she didn't. While her eyes were closed he used magic to light hundreds of candles in the room. They floated around like fireflies. A small blanket was in the middle with dinner set for two.
"Open them" he said
Saira's eyes lit up when she saw what he's done
"How long have you been planning this?" she asked
"Since your little stunt which I might add I enjoyed. I thought you could use some cheering up."
"Thank you" she said turning around to give him a kiss
"Have a seat"
Saira sat down on the blanket but couldn't get comfortable. When Legolas lied down he told her to stay still. He raised his hands and the blanket began rising off the ground. She finally was comfortable off the stone floor.
"Does Dumbledore know you're doing this?" Saira asked concerned about getting caught
"No but I've taken precautions"
"Okay. Are you sure? The last thing I want is for Umbridge to walk in a force you to leave"
"I assure you. Nothing will happen"
Legolas had prepared dinner for the both of them and it was the finest Elvish foods and delicacies Saira hadn't enjoyed since the summer. It reminded her of being in Mirkwood and that, for the most part, were happy times. Legolas helped Saira forget everything for the evening. It was well past midnight when Saira needed to go back.
"Must I? If Dumbledore doesn't know and neither does Umbridge, what's the harm?" Saira said
"I hate it too but remember you only have about six more months before we go back. I've received a letter from Lord Hathli, Elizabeth's father, and wants you and her to come to Rivendell this time"
"Are we?"
"Most likely. I need to find out if Dmitri and Aranel are coming too or if Lord Thingol has invited them back to Doriath"
"I'll ask. Well I better go before Filch makes a sweep by Gryffindor hall"
Saira was about to get up and go when she remembered they were floating several feet off the ground. Legolas lowered them and they settled back on the cold stone floor. Legolas walked with Saira back to her dorm. She stopped in front of the fat lady.
"Thank you so much for tonight. I really needed it"
"I love you too much to let school get the best of you," he said
Saira blushed "Good night"
Saira went to bed happy and her dreams followed suit.
Dmitri woke up before Saira in the morning. She was sleeping peacefully for once and he didn't want to spoil it. Someone came downstairs.
"Hey Saira are you-" Liz started
"Shh" Dmitri interrupted. "She's sleeping soundly"
"Bout' time. She's finally getting a break even if it's brief." Liz said sitting in the armchair beside Dmitri.
"Sometimes I think about all she's been through and it shocks me she hasn't had a mental breakdown or something. I try to protect her but there are things stronger than me"
"You are a big help and still are. She may not have told you but with my power I can tell she only got through everything all these years because you were there. Saira tried to hide her emotions but I think you ought to know"
"Thanks. It means a lot," he said
"So how are you holding up?"
"Can't you tell already?" he asked
"Yes but the more you talk about it, you can start healing faster. I know all too well"
Saira shifted a little but slept on.
"What time is it?" Dmitri asked
"Seven. I woke up and couldn't get back to sleep"
"Bummer. We have class today right?"
"Yeah. We get our schedules at breakfast"
"I just hope we don't have Defense Against the Dark Arts. That woman hates me for no damn reason"
"No she has a reason," Liz said
"What?"
"She's anti-elf and I'm beginning to think she's anti-blue hair"
"Oh great reason" he said sarcastically "You know I just realized I can't feel my legs"
Liz laughed. "I think you should move her or wake her"
"But if I move her, I will wake her"
"Well then pinch your leg a couple of times and hope the feeling comes back"
Liz got up and headed for the door
"Where are you going?" Dmitri asked
"For a walk"
Saira woke up shortly after Liz left. She looked around trying to remember where she was.
"Hey love. Nice dreams?"
"Best I've had in a long time"
Saira sat up and Dmitri immediately started massaging his leg to get the feeling back.
"What about you?" Saira asked, "What filled your dreams?"
"Memories" he said plainly "Memories"
"Happy?"
"Very. Well I'm hungry. Let's grab something before class"
"Okay, give me a minute to change"
Saira went upstairs and changed using magic to fix her hair before she grabbed her magic bag and headed downstairs. Dmitri was waiting all dressed and sophisticated looking even with the blue hair. They were just about through the door when someone called Saira's name
"Saira wait up" It was Rianna
She came jogging up stealing glances at Dmitri as she did. Saira noticed she hemmed her clothes. The skirt was shorter and the shirt was low cut with the tie loose around her neck. Her shoes were more sandal- like. Saira noticed Rianna looking at her boots as if it should be illegal to wear them. Liz and Saira like the knee high black boots that laced up and Saira had gotten a pair from Liz for Christmas.
"Hey Rianna. We're heading to the Great Hall. Care to join?" Sara said
"Sure. I need to find Titania though"
"She's probably down there too"
"Love, c'mon" Dmitri urged
"Alright, Dmitri" Saira said smiling
The three of them found all of their other friends already eating breakfast looking at their schedules for the day. Saira sat far away from Harry, as she was still angry with him.
Titania was speaking with Legolas at the staff table. Saira felt uneasy how Legolas laughed and smiled at everything she said. But at the same time she liked Titania. Her style was cool to Saira and her attitude was different. She noticed again that she wore striped arm warmers and socks but in different colors to match her dress
Professor McGonagall walked over and handed the rest of the Gryffindors their schedules before leaving to prepare for class. They had Potions, then Transfigurations. It was going to be short classes since it was only the first day back.
Harry, Ron and Hermione left early. Dmitri went over to see Aranel and Rianna went to speak with Titania. Liz and Saira were all that remained. Liz was looking at Rianna as if analyzing her.
"Liz, what's happening in your world?" Saira said snapping Liz out of it
"Oh sorry"
"Do we have someone evil in our midst?" Saira asked
"If by evil you mean a stuck up new student who hates your boots then yes"
"I'm gonna take a stab at this and say you don't really like Rianna" Saira joked
"Of all the Elves I've met in my life, I've never met one so into themselves"
"What about Isilwen?"
"No, she was just a Drow"
"Hey, why couldn't-"
"-I tell she was a Drow?" Liz finished "She learned how to block my power just like Legolas. It's difficult but possible which I hate. Muggles have a much harder time. They have to learn Occulemency"
"Isn't Harry learning that?" Saira asked
"Yeah. He's very vulnerable in his feelings, no offense, but quite like you. Saira he is sorry. He knows how he acted and will apologize."
Saira didn't answer. She just nodded then continued eating her toast. She felt her gaze fall upon Titania and Legolas again.
"What can you sense about her?" Saira asked curiously
"Titania? She has one of the strongest minds I've ever felt. I can't sense anything which makes me wonder about her"
"Yeah me too"
Rianna started walking away form the staff table and towards the exit. Liz glared menacingly as she smiled flirtatiously at Voron as she left. Even despite the several guys following her out.
"Why doesn't she like my boots?" Saira asked trying to lighten the mood
Liz smiled "She thinks they're gothic"
Saira stood up and then looked down at her boots. She got a goofy confused look on her face as she inspected them
"I just dont see it" she said stupidly "Dragon hide and thick soles that make me two inches taller. I'm not seeing the Gothicism"
"C'mon. Let's get to class," Liz laughed
"Wait I want to say hi to Legolas first. I'll meet you in the foyer"
Saira made her way up to the staff table. She smiled courteously at Titania but Legolas didn't even have to ask what she wanted before he got up and started escorting her out. They'd found their loophole to Dumbledore's rule. Saira saw Liz sitting on Voron's lap as she walked out and decided to let her be. When they reached the hall, Legolas pulled her behind a corner and embraced her with a deep long kiss.
"I'll never get tired of that," Saira said
"I hope not. You know Miss Trinity; I couldn't help but notice you glancing my way a lot. Titania wouldn't have anything to do with it now would it?" he said as he held her around the waist.
"I don't trust her," Saira said
"I encourage you to get to know her. She's a very talented Elf and may be able to help you"
"Only for you"
Liz came out of the Great Hall but didn't glance over their way. She just waited. Saira gave Legolas one quick kiss before heading Liz's way.
"Oh Legolas! I'm free Thursday night" Saira winked before she met Liz and went out of sight. Outside the potions dungeon Liz and Saira found Rianna surrounded by several Slytherin guys. When the bell rang they all followed after her but split as she went to sit down across the room.
Liz and Saira rolled their eyes and went in. Draco was sneering about something but stopped abruptly at the sight of Saira. She waved at him and smiled as his cheeks turned slightly pink. Saira took a seat next to Rianna who was looking quite smug with herself.
"There is one ultimate truth when it comes to men" she said
"And what would that be?" Liz said with false sincerity
"Look available but be unattainable"
"That is unless you already have a guy," Saira said flatly
"Oh right. I forgot you all like your commitments"
Class went by quick and Saira got her usual top marks.
"Hey Saira, I said I'd meet up with Voron so I'll talk to you later"
"Okay, Namaarie"
Liz left the classroom and went swiftly down the corridor. Saira noticed Harry was piddling around to stall and then he told Ron and Hermione to go on ahead. Almost scared he walked up to Saira.
"Hey" he said softly.
"Hey" she answered back
"Can we talk?"
Saira followed him out of the cold dungeon to an empty hallway.
"Saira I want to apologize.again. What I said has been tearing me apart. You were right and I was being selfish. Can you forgive me?
"If you promise me one thing" Saira said seriously
"What?"
"Do not compare my misery with yours."
"Okay"
Saria smiled and gave Harry a hug
"I hear you're taking Occulemency. Oh sorry 'remedial potions'" Saira joked
"Yeah it'll be great" he replied sarcastically
The rest of their classes were easy compared to the first of the year. While Harry went to his first Occulemency lesson, Saira and the others went to the courtyard to catch up. Dmitri seemed to be doing much better with Aranel around. Saira could tell Liz had missed Voron more than she let on during the break because she was all over him. Not necessarily kissing but spending a lot of time in each other's arms. Rianna thought the courtyard was cool but was more worried about decorating it.
They all joined in a game of Kholiast to pass the time. Aranel told them how her break was boring because her father wanted to spend so much time with her. Voron had gone home and almost didn't get to come back because his parents were so furious. But he was of age and they didn't have much authority over him
"Rianna, Legolas said he visited you in Rivendell. If you lived there, wouldn't you have met Liz?" Saira asked
"I was born in Rivendell but I've only lived there for about one year of my life. However when I was there, I only remember seeing one moon Elf and it wasn't Liz," she answered
"I can answer that too. If she was there within the past few years, I was gone. My father and I went traveling and just returned before school started and since then I travel with him every summer" Liz said
"Oh ok" Saira said
The Elves started back about the same time as Harry. Saira went to bed early though she wasn't really tired. She lied in her canopy bed staring up at it. She began dozing off. She found herself down a long corridor with locked doors everywhere. She reached one door then she turned and realized it was Harry's dream. She woke up with a start.
Even though the dream hadn't lasted long, time had passed rapidly and she was in a dark room with all her friends sleeping. Saira was so confused. Why was she seeing things in Harry's head? The visions are his and have no place in her head.
She leaned over to the side of her bed and pulled out her magic journal with Legolas. She wrote back and forth with him for a long time talking about her day and thoughts of going home, but didn't mention the vision wanting to talk face to face. After they stopped she couldn't sleep and took a draught to help.
The week flew by and by the time Thursday rolled around; Saira and the others had a mountain of homework. Most of her work she got through easy but Charms still kept her up at night. Rianna spent her days with Saira and was constantly trying to give her tips on clothes and hair.
Saira didn't care much. She just nodded and smiled as Rianna went on occasionally doing something. There was never a moment of silence if Rianna was in the room and Saira liked that because it kept her mind off other things. Rianna also insisted Saira introduce her to all the guys Saira knew.
After awhile Saira wanted to get away and finally found a moment and went straight to Legolas' room where she found him tutoring a few students. It was mainly in potions because Saira saw some cauldrons bubbling.
"Hello, Miss Trinity" he said
"Professor" she nodded
"Please have a seat and I'll help you in a moment" he winked before going to help a student whose potion was giving off the wrong color smoke.
Saira couldn't sit there while they were doing so dismally and by the time everyone was done, Saira had helped perfect their potions. The students were very grateful and left smiling. Saira didn't get to say anything when Legolas grabbed her hand and led her out. When he heard people coming he let go and walked casually next to her.
When the coast was clear he took her through a secret passage. He took her to a room but as they went inside it was pitch black and Saira couldn't see a thing. Legolas locked the door and then came up behind her.
"Close your eyes" he whispered
Saira did but Legolas checked with his hands incase she didn't. While her eyes were closed he used magic to light hundreds of candles in the room. They floated around like fireflies. A small blanket was in the middle with dinner set for two.
"Open them" he said
Saira's eyes lit up when she saw what he's done
"How long have you been planning this?" she asked
"Since your little stunt which I might add I enjoyed. I thought you could use some cheering up."
"Thank you" she said turning around to give him a kiss
"Have a seat"
Saira sat down on the blanket but couldn't get comfortable. When Legolas lied down he told her to stay still. He raised his hands and the blanket began rising off the ground. She finally was comfortable off the stone floor.
"Does Dumbledore know you're doing this?" Saira asked concerned about getting caught
"No but I've taken precautions"
"Okay. Are you sure? The last thing I want is for Umbridge to walk in a force you to leave"
"I assure you. Nothing will happen"
Legolas had prepared dinner for the both of them and it was the finest Elvish foods and delicacies Saira hadn't enjoyed since the summer. It reminded her of being in Mirkwood and that, for the most part, were happy times. Legolas helped Saira forget everything for the evening. It was well past midnight when Saira needed to go back.
"Must I? If Dumbledore doesn't know and neither does Umbridge, what's the harm?" Saira said
"I hate it too but remember you only have about six more months before we go back. I've received a letter from Lord Hathli, Elizabeth's father, and wants you and her to come to Rivendell this time"
"Are we?"
"Most likely. I need to find out if Dmitri and Aranel are coming too or if Lord Thingol has invited them back to Doriath"
"I'll ask. Well I better go before Filch makes a sweep by Gryffindor hall"
Saira was about to get up and go when she remembered they were floating several feet off the ground. Legolas lowered them and they settled back on the cold stone floor. Legolas walked with Saira back to her dorm. She stopped in front of the fat lady.
"Thank you so much for tonight. I really needed it"
"I love you too much to let school get the best of you," he said
Saira blushed "Good night"
Saira went to bed happy and her dreams followed suit.