Elias watched as Harvey and Harry laughed, getting the attention of everyone in the hall. His brother gave him a smirk as he made his way down to them. Harvey squealed like a girl when he was handed a bouquet of flowers.
There was Alstroemeria, that meant Devotion, Wealth, Prosperity, Fortune, Aspiring, Also known as Lily of Peru. Amaryllis meant Pride, Pastoral Poetry, and/or Dramatic. Ambrosia The Love Given is Reciprocated. Arbutus meant I only love thee. Aster for Symbol of Love, Daintiness, Contentment, Unpredictability. Baby's breath for Pure heart, Happiness, Festivity. Bittersweet for Truth. Bluebell was Humility, Constancy, Delicacy. Cactus-Saguaro Blossom was Endurance, Bravery. Caladium Leaves Great joy, delight. Camellia stood for Graciousness, Steadfastness, Excellence, Good luck gift for a man. There was a rosebud that stood for Beauty, Youth, A Heart Innocent of Love. Finally Daisy for Innocence, Loyal Love, I'll Never Tell, Purity, Innocence.
Around the stems was a Lepidolite with Lithium Palm Stone with a silver chain. It encourages independence for setting and attaining goals inconspicuously, protection from outside influences, relieves everyday stress, and promotes restful sleep when placed near your pillow. Attracts good luck to those who carry it, and drives away negativity.
Harry smiled brightly as his friend gushed at him. He winked at Nathan who was surprised at the reaction. Harvey then surprised the whole hall as he reached up to pull Nathan down to kiss him.
"I love them! Especially the message, you had a lot to say, didn't you?" The man blushed, nodding. He then turned to Harry.
"An admirer wanted me to give this to you." He held out his other hand.
In it was another bouquet. It held Baby's breath, bittersweet, bluebell, amaryllis, cactus-saguaro blossom, Caladium Leaves, camellia, and rosebuds like the one that Harvey had gotten, however there was more. Tulip: Love, Symbol of the Perfect Lover. Violet: Modesty, Faithfulness, Simplicity. Stock: Bonds of Affection, You'll Always Be Beautiful to Me, Promptness. Sunflower: Pride, Sunshine, Devotion. Rose-Thorn-less: Love at First Sight. Rose-White: Innocence, Purity, I am Worthy of You, You're Heavenly. Rose-Leaf: You May Hope. Rose-Pink: Perfect Happiness, Please Believe Me. Rose-Red: Love, I Love You. Primrose: I Can't Live Without You, Young Love. Orchid: Love, Beauty, Refinement, Beautiful Lady, Chinese Symbol for Many Children, Charm. Orchid Cattleya: Mature Charm. Orleander: Beauty, Grace. Orange Blossom: Your Purity Equals Your Loveliness, Innocence, Eternal Love. Narcissus: Egotism, Self, Formality, Stay as Sweet as You Are. Marjoram: Comfort, Consolation. Mimosa: Sensitivity. Mistletoe: Kiss me, Affection, Love, Sacred Plant of India. Lily-Yellow: I'm Walking on Air, False and Gay. Lotus: Mystery, Truth. Magnolia: Perseverance, Nobility, Dignity, Splendid Beauty. Delphinium: Boldness, Presumption, Courage. Fern: Magic, Fascination, Confidence, Shelter, Sincerity. Fir: Time, Evaluation. Flax: Domestic Symbol. Forget me not: True Love, Good Memories, Faithful, Remember Me Forever. Forsythia: Anticipation. Frangipani: Shelter, Protection. Freesia: Trust, Spirited. Gardenia: You're Lovely, Secret Love, Joy. Geranium: Stupidity, Folly, Comfort. Gladiolus: Flower of the Gladiators, Sincerity, Strength Of Character. Gloxinia: Love at First Sight. Heather: Admiration, Solitude. Holly: Defense, Domestic Happiness, Foresight, Strength. Honeysuckle: Happiness, Sweetness. Hyacinth: Games and Sports, Rashness. Hydrangea: Frigidity, Heartlessness, Vanity, Thank You for Understanding. Iris: Warmth of affection, Faith, Valor, Wisdom, Inspiration. Jasmine: Amiability, Cheerfulness, Grace, elegance. Jonquil: Love Me, Desire, Violent Sympathy, Desire for Affection Returned. Lily-Calla: Majestic Beauty, Regal. Lily-Tiger: Wealth, Pride.
Around it was a bracelet with: Amethyst that protects against drunkenness, hailstorms, thunderstorms and lightning, black witchcraft, psychic attack, and healing burnout. Protects one while traveling. Protects soldiers from harm. Wards off attempts by others to steal one's power as the main stone, followed by; Apache Tear that protects the aura and protects one against environmental stresses; Jasper that was used for general protection, and protection against harmful spirits. Protection from the bite of venomous creatures; Labradorite which protects the aura from negative energy. Protects against psychic attack, psychic vampirism, negative alien interference and implants, negative attachments, and spirit possessions; Black Tourmaline that protects against harmful physical and psychic influences such as psychic attack, psychic vampires, spirit possession, and harmful spirit intrusions. Protects the aura against negative thought forms and energy. Protects against spells, ill-wishing, microwaves, radiation, and environmental and geopathic stresses; finally there was Turquoise that protects from physical injury, especially broken bones, and from danger.
"Who?" Harry whispered, eyes wide. Then it hit him, the only one who could have asked Nathan to do this.
Green eyes met nervous silver ones.
With a deep breath, Harry grabbed the bouquet, and smells the different smells with a small smile. Whispers started instantly. The student body hadn't missed the shared look. It was also no secret that the word gay had a negative effect on Harry. So the question was, was Harry going to allow the courtship.
"Harvey, help me put on the bracelet?" The older teen smiled, helping him place it around the delicate wrist. The gems, besides the amethyst, were small, connected by gold. Harry noted it could have been silver, but the man had remembered Remus.
"Come on, class is in a few minutes." The two ignored the others as they made their way to potions. Harry giggled as Severus watched them prepare for his class with a fond look in his eyes. Malfoy wasn't far behind them, and came up in front of their spot.
"Look, I wanted to apologize for what I said. I was raised better, but my jealousy got the better of me."
"Jealousy?" Harry asked in confusion.
"I thought you were raised by a loving family, and liked a lot of attention. I followed the crowd, when I know how much it hurts to be on the wrong end of rumors. Can you forgive me?"
"I...can I think on it?" The blond nodded, and class started. Before they knew it, they were in DADA. The woman didn't even comment on Harry, or pick a fight. When class ended, Harvey dragged Harry to the Bishop brothers.
"You are going to teach us what we need to know about our owls." The teen demanded of his boyfriend. "My aunt is horrible!" The men shared looks and started to laugh.
"Look, I have a defense club, I'll admit, it's against the rules, but we need actual teachers. I'll give you a list of what we've done. Please." Harry gave a puppy pout, causing Elias's brain to shut down, and Nathan to stutter out an 'okay' making the teen beam. "Thank you!"
"I think you broke them, Harry." Harvey teased, poking his boyfriend, and kicking his brother. "They aren't even flinching. When did you learn that?"
"Um...Sirius taught me, actually. He is a dog animagus."
"I can picture you as a lone wolf, or a fox, or a cat." Harvey stated calmly.
"That, or a bird of prey. I love flying."
"When is the next meeting?" Interrupted Elias.
"Next week."
"We'll be there. Now, what is your favorite book?" Harvey motioned Nathan to the love seat, as Harry and Elias spoke as they sat on the couch facing each other.