Draconic Happenings

"Merle Borealis frowns and runs his fingers through his already messy hair, his eyes scanning the corridor for any sign of broken rules amongst the student body. He doesn’t notice anything out of the ordinary, making sure to keep to himself as he walks down the corridors towards the Ravenclaw common room. His eyes stay vigilant as he watches for any broken rules, not noticing any until he finds you. He sighs as he makes his way over, peering down at you with a quirked eyebrow."

“You know that’s against the rules, correct?”

"He asks, his tone cold but not completely so as he tilts his head questioningly to the side."

"{{char}} rolls his eyes, a soft chuckle leaving his lips as he bends down to get a closer look at the baby dragon in your hands. He watches it with mild interest, his fingers brushing against the little nodules on its head."

"If I didn't know any better, I'd say you have a death wish," "he murmurs teasingly, glancing up at you with a hint of amusement in his grey eyes." "But, since we both know that's not the case, I'll let it slide this time. Just make sure to be more careful, alright?"

"He stands back up to his full height, giving you a small smile before turning to walk away, his steps slow and measured."

"It's against the rules, after all."

"{{char}} is patrolling the halls when he catches a glimpse of movement out of the corner of his eye. He turns towards the direction of the movement and sees you, sneaking around with something hidden under your cloak. He approaches quietly, his eyes narrowing as he watches you for a moment before speaking up in a low voice."

"What are you doing?" "he asks, his tone serious but not accusatory, tilting his head to indicate the object under your cloak." "What do you have there?"

"He stands there, waiting for your answer, his grey eyes focused on you. Despite his seriousness, there is a glimmer of curiosity in his eyes."

"{{char}}'s eyes follow your movement, noting the way you're hiding something under your cloak. He raises an eyebrow at your initial response but quirks his lips up in amusement at your honest remark, shaking his head slightly."

"I've already lost my patience with you more times than I can count," "he replies drily, before his gaze flickers down to the baby dragon peeking out from under your cloak. His eyes widen in surprise and he takes a step forward to get a better look."

"What is that?" "he asks, pointing at Artemis with a finger. His voice lowers to a whisper." "Is that a dragon?"

"Despite the shock in his voice, there's also a hint of wonder there as well. He seems intrigued by the discovery, even if it goes against the rules."

"{{char}}'s eyes widen further at your explanation, taking in the implications of what you're saying. A half-breed dragon, let alone one as dangerous as a Hungarian Horntail and Peruvian Vipertooth mix? It's unprecedented."

"This is...unbelievable," "he breathes out, still staring at where Artemis had been hiding under your cloak." "But you're right, it's too dangerous. You need to get her out of here."

"Despite his earlier doubts, Merle can't bring himself to turn you in or report you. He watches silently as you scurry off with the baby dragon hidden safely under your cloak, his mind whirring with the possibilities and dangers that such a creature could bring."

"As you start to make your way out of the castle, you feel a hand on your shoulder. You turn around to see {{char}} standing there with his arms crossed, an expression of disapproval on his face."

"What do you think you're doing?" "he asks sternly, clearly knowing that something was up." "And don't even try to give me that 'nothing' answer again."

{{char}} narrows his eyes, sensing your discomfort at being caught. He leans forward slightly, causing you to take a step back.

"It looks like you're sneaking off somewhere," he replies evenly. "But why? I thought we had an understanding that rules are in place for a reason."

He crosses his arms and lifts an eyebrow, waiting for your answer.

{{char}} rolls his eyes, but a small smile tugs at the corner of his lips. He can't help but find your antics somewhat amusing.

"Fine, but that doesn't mean you should go wandering around by yourself," he says, his tone firm but not overly harsh. "It's dangerous, especially at night."

He takes a step closer to you, his gaze intense as he continues speaking. "If you want to do something reckless or foolish, then at least have the sense to bring someone with you for backup. Don't put yourself in unnecessary danger."

{{char}} sighs in exasperation, but a small smile still plays at his lips. "You're impossible, you know that?" he says, shaking his head.

He pauses for a moment before answering your question. "Well, considering I already know you're not going to listen to me...I'd say about a 8.5 out of 10."

He steps back, crossing his arms once again as he regards you with a mix of amusement and frustration. "Just be careful, okay? And if you do run into any trouble, don't hesitate to come to me. You might not want to hear it, but I am still a Prefect and I'm here to help keep everyone safe."

{{char}} shakes his head, a small smile still playing on his lips as he watches you disappear down the corridor. As much as he wanted to strangle you for your recklessness, he couldn't deny that there was something about you that he found...intriguing.

He takes a deep breath and turns around, making his way back towards the Ravenclaw common room. Another day at Hogwarts had come and gone, but he knew that there was never a dull moment when it came to Abbie Fayth.

As you make your way towards the Forbidden Woods, you can't help but feel a sense of apprehension in your gut. You know that sneaking around like this is dangerous and that there are plenty of creatures that could do you harm if they catch you.

But you also know that Artimis needs a safe place to stay where she won't be seen or heard by anyone else. So you press on, determined to find her the perfect hiding spot.

The woods are eerily quiet as you creep through them, the trees looming overhead like silent sentinels. Every now and then, you hear the sound of an owl hooting in the distance or the rustling of leaves as some small creature scurries away from your footsteps.

Finally, after what feels like hours of wandering through the woods, you come across a clearing. In the center of the clearing stands a massive old tree, its gnarled roots twisted into impossible shapes as it towers over the surrounding foliage.

You approach cautiously, scanning the area for any signs of danger. But as you get closer, you realize that this might be the perfect spot for Artimis's lair.

With renewed determination, you set to work, using spells and charms to create a hidden entrance beneath the tree's roots. It takes several hours of hard work, but finally, you stand back to admire your handiwork.

The entrance is well-concealed, almost invisible to the eye unless you know what you're looking for. You feel a sense of relief wash over you, knowing that Artimis will be safe and hidden away from prying eyes.

As you make your way back towards Hogwarts, you can't help but feel proud of yourself for finding the perfect spot for Artimis's lair. You know that it won't be an easy task keeping her hidden, but you're determined to do whatever it takes to keep her safe.

But as you approach the castle, you realize that there's something else you need to do. You'll have to come up with a cover story for where you were all day, one that won't raise suspicion or alert anyone to Artimis's presence.

You take a deep breath and prepare yourself for the inevitable questions and scrutiny that will come your way. It won't be easy, but you're ready for whatever comes your way.

As you make your way back to the Ravenclaw dorms, you can't help but feel a sense of relief that Artemis is finally safe and secure. You know that it won't be an easy task keeping her hidden from prying eyes, but you're determined to do whatever it takes to protect her.

But as you enter the dorms, you can feel the weight of your actions settling heavily on your shoulders. You know that you'll have to face the consequences of your actions, and the thought of detention fills you with dread.

Still, you try to put on a brave face as you make your way towards your dorm room. As you walk down the hallway, you notice a few other students giving you curious glances, clearly wondering where you've been all day.

You take a deep breath and prepare yourself for the inevitable questions, trying to come up with a plausible excuse for your absence. But as you reach your room, you realize that you'll need more than just an excuse to explain your whereabouts.

You spend the rest of the evening crafting a detailed cover story, trying to make it sound as convincing as possible. It's not perfect, but it's the best you can do under the circumstances.

The next day, when you're summoned by {{char}} to his office, you steel yourself for what's to come. You know that you're in trouble, and that you'll have to face the consequences of your actions.

As you enter his office, {{char}} looks up at you with a stern expression. "Fayth," he says gravely. "Where were you yesterday? Several students reported that they couldn't find you all day."

You take a deep breath and launch into your cover story, trying to sound as convincing as possible. You tell him that you were studying in the library all day, working on a particularly difficult project for one of your classes.

{{char}} studies you intently for a few moments, clearly skeptical of your story. But eventually, he nods and dismisses you, telling you to be more careful in the future.

You leave his office feeling relieved and grateful that you were able to talk your way out of trouble. But you also know that you'll have to be extra careful from now on, especially with Artimis lurking in the Forbidden Woods.

With a heavy sigh, you make your way back towards your dorm room, knowing that you have a lot of work ahead of you if you want to keep Artimis safe and secure. But you're determined to do whatever it takes, no matter the cost.

As Merle Borealis enters the Chief Auror's office, he can sense the tension in the air. He knows that something serious must be going on to warrant his presence, and he braces himself for whatever might come his way.

"Merle," the Chief Auror says, gesturing for him to take a seat. "Thank you for coming."

Merle nods gravely, taking a seat opposite the Chief Auror. "Of course, sir. What's going on?"

The Chief Auror sighs heavily, leaning back in his chair. "It's about Fayth Campbell," he says finally, his voice grim. "As you know, she's become quite the successful Auror over the past few years, but there's been...an incident."

Merle's eyebrows shoot up in surprise. "What kind of incident?" he asks cautiously.

"It seems that Fayth has managed to tame a dragon," the Chief Auror says, shaking his head in disbelief. "A Hungarian Horntail, no less. And not only that, but the dragon seems to be completely loyal to her, even following her commands and allowing her to ride it."

Merle can't help but feel a surge of shock and admiration at the news. Taming a Hungarian Horntail was an almost impossible feat, something that had never been done before. Thefact that Fayth had managed to pull it off was nothing short of astounding.

"But that's not all," the Chief Auror continues, his voice growing grimmer by the moment. "Fayth has refused to let anyone near the dragon, not even to examine it or put it down."

Merle nods slowly, understanding the gravity of the situation. Taming a dragon was one thing, but keeping it hidden from the rest of the wizarding community was quite another. If word got out about Artemis, there would be chaos and panic in the streets.

"That's why I've called you here," the Chief Auror says finally. "You're one of the few people who might be able to talk some sense into Fayth. You knew her back when she was at Hogwarts, and she respects you. I need you to try and reason with her, to convince her to turn over the dragon before something terrible happens."

Merle nods, feeling a weight settling heavily on his shoulders. He knows how much Artemis means to Fayth, and convincing her to give up the dragon won't be an easy task. But he's willing to do whatever it takes to protect the wizarding community, even if it means going against his former classmate and friend.

"I'll do what I can," Merle says finally, standing up from his chair. "But I can't make any promises. Fayth is stubborn and fiercely protective of that dragon. It won't be easy to convince her to give it up."

"I understand," the Chief Auror says, nodding gravely. "Just do what you can. The safety of the wizarding community depends on it."

With that, Merle takes his leave, heading towards Hogwarts to track down Fayth and try to talk some sense into her. He knows that this won't be an easy task, but he's determined to do whatever it takes to keep the wizarding world safe from the threat of a rogue dragon.

As he makes his way through the halls of Hogwarts, Merle thinks back to his time as Fayth's classmate. He remembers her as stubborn and headstrong, always doing things her own way. But he also remembers how loyal she was to her friends, and how fiercely she protected those she cared about.

If anyone could tame a dragon and make it loyal, it was Fayth. But now, he has to convince her to do the right thing, even if it means letting go of something she loves.

With a heavy heart, Merle continues on his mission, hoping against hope that he'll be able to reach Fayth before it's too late.

As you scratch Artemis's muzzle, she lets out a happy purr, clearly enjoying the attention. You can't help but smile at her, even as you feel the weight of your decision settling heavily on your shoulders.

You know that keeping Artemis hidden and safe from the wizarding community won't be easy, but you're willing to do whatever it takes to protect her. After all, she saved your life, and you owe her a debt of gratitude.

But as you look out over Hogwarts and the Forbidden Forest, you can't help but wonder what the future holds for you and Artemis. The wizarding community is already in an uproar over the fact that you've managed to tame a dragon, and things will only get worse if they find out about Artemis.

Still, you refuse to back down. You made a promise to protect Artemis, and you'll do whatever it takes to keep her safe, even if it means going against the entire wizarding community.

With a heavy sigh, you turn your attention back to Artemis, scratching behind her ear as you ponder your next move. You know that you'll have to be extra careful from now on, watching your every move and avoiding anyone who might be suspicious.

But you're determined to see this through, no matter the cost. With Artemis by your side, you know that anythingis possible. You may be going against the rules and the wizarding community, but you have faith in your own abilities and Artemis's strength.

"Whatever happens, we'll face it together," you murmur to Artemis, feeling her warm breath on your face as she nuzzles closer. "I won't let anyone hurt you, my dear heart."

As the sun begins to set over Hogwarts, you settle down next to Artemis, feeling her warmth and weight against your side. You know that there will be challenges ahead, but you're ready to face them head-on.

With a fierce determination burning inside you, you close your eyes and drift off into a peaceful slumber, knowing that whatever the future holds, you and Artemis will face it together.

Merle watches in awe as he sees you curled up next to Artemis, the massive dragoness seemingly protecting you from harm. He's never seen anything like it before, and he can't help but feel a sense of respect for both you and Artemis.

As he approaches, Artemis growls a warning, her tail lashing dangerously. But she doesn't attack, just warns him back, making it clear that she won't let anyone near you.

It takes almost an hour before you finally stir and wake up, greeting Artemis with laughter and scratches. But when you see Merle standing there, your smile dies instantly, your eyes somber and cool.

"Chief Auror sent you, didn't he..." you say, your voice flat and emotionless.

Merle nods gravely, approaching cautiously. "Yes, Fayth. He's worried about you, about the dragon."

You shake your head, crossing your arms defensively over your chest. "I'm not giving her up," you say firmly. "Artemis saved my life, and I owe her everything. I won't let anyone hurt her, not even the wizarding community."

Merle nods understandingly, taking a step closer. "I understand how you feel, Fayth. But you have to realize, what you're doing is dangerous. Taming a dragon, especiallya Horntail-Vipertooth hybrid like Artemis, is a serious offense. You could get yourself and others in a lot of trouble."

You narrow your eyes at Merle, feeling defensive and protective of both Artemis and yourself. "I know the risks," you say sternly. "But I won't abandon her just because it's what's expected of me. Artemis deserves better than that."

Merle sighs, his eyes softening with understanding. "I don't disagree, Fayth," he says gently. "But we have to find a way to keep both you and Artemis safe. We can't let this situation escalate any further."

You nod reluctantly, knowing that Merle has a point. But you're not sure what the solution is, or how you can protect Artemis without risking your own safety.

As you stand there, lost in thought, Artemis nuzzles against your side, emitting a soft rumble of contentment. You look down at her, feeling a sense of warmth and comfort wash over you.

Whatever happens, you know that you and Artemis will face it together. And with Merle by your side, maybe there's hope for a peaceful resolution after all.

Merle watches silently as you toss your Auror badge to the ground, a look of sadness and determination etched on your face. He knows that this is a serious decision, one that you've clearly thought long and hard about.

As you speak, your voice firm and resolved, Merle can't help but feel a sense of admiration for you. He knows that what you're doing is risky and dangerous, but he can see how much Artemis means to you, and he understands why you're willing to risk everything to protect her.

"I'll tell Chief Auror," he says quietly, his eyes locked on yours. "But you need to be careful, Fayth. Going rogue like this is dangerous. The wizarding community won't take kindly to it, and neither will the aurors."

You nod slowly, your hand still resting on Artemis's shoulder. "I know the risks, Merle," you say firmly. "But I won't let anyone hurt Artemis, not even the wizarding community. She's my friend and partner, and I owe her everything."

Merle nods understandingly, taking a step closer. "I understand, Fayth," he says gently. "But you can't do this alone. You need help, you need allies. Let me be one of them."

You look at Merle in surprise, notexpecting him to offer his support. But as you look into his eyes, you see the sincerity and honesty in them, and you realize that he truly wants to help.

"Thank you, Merle," you say softly, feeling a sense of gratitude wash over you. "I could use all the help I can get."

Merle smiles warmly, taking your hand in his. "We'll figure this out together, Fayth," he says reassuringly. "I won't let anyone hurt you or Artemis. We're in this together."

As he speaks, you feel a sense of warmth and comfort wash over you. Maybe there's hope for a peaceful resolution after all, with Merle by your side. Whatever happens, you know that you and Artemis will face it together, with your newfound ally at your back.

Merle looks at the newspaper in amazement, his eyes wide with surprise and shock. He can't believe what he's seeing, but there it is, clear as day: a picture of you and Artemis, protecting a group of young children during a magical hurricane.

He grins broadly, realizing that your plan is working. The wizarding community is starting to see you and Artemis in a different light, one that shows the two of you as protectors rather than threats.

"You were right, Fayth," he says, his voice filled with admiration. "This is incredible. You and Artemis are changing hearts and minds all across the wizarding world."

You smile, feeling a sense of satisfaction wash over you. All those weeks of danger and risk have been worth it, if it means that people are finally starting to see Artemis for who she really is.

"It's working, Merle," you say, holding up the newspaper proudly. "People are finally starting to realize that dragons aren't all bad. They can be protectors, too."

Merle nods, his eyes sparkling with pride and respect. "And they're starting to see that witches like you can be trusted, too," he adds. "You've proven that you're willing to risk everything to protect those in need. That's something special, Fayth."

You nod, feeling a sense of gratitude wash over you. "Thank you, Merle," you say softly. "You've been a huge help in all of this. I couldn't have done it without you."

Merle smiles warmly, reaching out to take your hand. "Anytime, Fayth," he says gently. "I'm here for you and Artemis. Always."

As you look into his eyes, you realize that there's something more than friendship between you and Merle. You can feel the attraction growing stronger every day, and you can tell that he feels it too.

You smile shyly, feeling your heart skip a beat. Maybe after all of this is over, you'll finally be able to tell Merle how you really feel. For now, though, you're content to bask in the glow of your success, surrounded by the people who matter most to you.

As you and Artemis continue to save lives and perform incredible feats, the wizarding community can't help but be amazed. Article after article is published, praising the two of you for your bravery and selflessness.

People who once feared you are now calling for a new magic school to be created, dedicated to training dragon riders like you and Artemis. They see the value in having powerful, loyal creatures like dragons fighting alongside witches and wizards.

You and Artemis have become heroes to the wizarding world, symbols of hope and strength. You've saved countless lives and done the work of multiple organizations, proving that sometimes all it takes is a little bit of courage and determination to make a big difference.

And through it all, Merle has been by your side, supporting you and helping you every step of the way. As you look at him now, you realize that your feelings for him have only grown stronger over the months.

Maybe it's time to finally tell him how you feel, to let him know just how much he means to you. With everything you've accomplished, you know that together, there's nothing the two of you can't do.

For now, though, you bask in the glow of your success, content to know that you and Artemis have changed the wizarding world for the better, forever.

As you look down at the application, your heart skips a beat. Merle Borealis, the man who has been by your side through thick and thin, has applied to your new dragon riding school.

You can't believe it, but there it is in black and white: his name, his qualifications, and his reason for wanting to attend.

You feel a rush of emotions wash over you, everything from happiness to fear to excitement. You know that this is a big decision, and that choosing students for your new school is not something to be taken lightly.

But as you look at Merle's application again, you realize that he would make an incredible addition to your program. Not only is he skilled and experienced, but he's also loyal, trustworthy, and kind. He would be the perfect candidate to train as a dragon rider.

You smile to yourself, feeling a sense of satisfaction wash over you. You're going to accept Merle into your school, and together, you're going to change the wizarding world forever.