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Post by Sylvan Thails on Aug 24, 2009 9:38:11 GMT
*Sylvan leaned forward, as if to better speak a secret.*
Did you truly? Fight against this Dark Lord? Then you are far more brace than I have ever been. I am adept in a duel, but I do not think I could stand against a figure like that. Yes indeed, very brave.
Silly? By all means no, my dear. To stand against such a darkness is noble and courageous, I daresay even heroic. It is a shame that there are not more like this. That is the nature of heroes, however. Standing few against insurmountable odds.
Have you ever read the Iliad, dear Hermione?
*Another sip of the cider is drank as Sylvan easily falls into a convincing role. Wondering what part this woman before her has truly played and wondering how hard it will be to pry confidence from her.*
Ah, you surely speak lies! Your figure is perfect for a corset, really. Though I don't blame you in refusing to wear them often. Dreadful things. Your figure is quite complimentary to what I am sure is a brilliant mind. So rare to find both.
*Sylvan offers a bit of a sly smile and leans in further.*
Truth be told, you can almost anticipate most conversations. If they look glamorous and beautiful, you can bet that you'd probably learn more from watching a squirrel nobble on walnuts. I wonder why so many women decide to give up on educating themselves and becoming content with just as a wife.
*Wondering if she's guessed Hermione's opinion to be quite the same.*
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Post by Hermione Granger on Aug 24, 2009 10:10:55 GMT
*Hermione watched, finding herself leaning slightly forward toward Sylvan as well. She listened to her words. She shook her head slightly and furrowed her brow a little.*
Well... I have never fought him face to face honestly... But I am always there to help my friends with what I know...
*She nodded slightly, still remaining purposefully a bit more vague. Indeed she was a very cautious one... And yet she blushed slightly, highly flattered by her words.*
Oh my part was small to play compared to that of my friend...
*Again vagueness was used purposefully, not giving names or very much detail at all... Though her walls were definately breaking down slightly. This girl was so nice, how could she be bad? Honestly... Weren't all death eaters supposed to be mean and horrid?*
Indeed I have not... Perhaps I shall have to sometime soon. Is it a good read?
*Once again she was flattered by the girl, moving her hands to self consciously smooth over her front a little bit. She smiled shyly to her and shook her head some, before nodding and accepting her compliment.*
Why thank you... You have quite the nice figure as well, if I may be so bold to say.
*And then there was the compliment to her mind, which really boosted the young woman's ego, considering her mind was what she absolutely prided herself on.*
Ah well I'm really nothing special... I mean I ah... I was top of my class... But that's just school...
*She waved it off with a light wave of her hand, shaking her head some, trying hard not to turn even more crimson than she already had. But she would nod as she continued, grinning a bit. She had known a few like that, whom were so focused upon their looks and yet conversation was so dull.*
Oh yes, but there are those types on both sides... I've known some males that... Well let's just say talking to a brick wall would be more entertaining...
*She laughed a little and shook her head some, grinning a bit as she looked to the girl. Indeed she was starting to like her. Not enough to start spilling her deepest darkest secrets... But still...*
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Post by Sylvan Thails on Aug 24, 2009 10:29:22 GMT
Oh, have you not? The Iliad is quite a fantastic read, if you've a mind that can follow it. It is written by a muggle, however, I hope you're not one of those that have anything against muggles, it's probably one of my Favourite books.
*Sylvan smiles as Hermione agrees about having a sharp mind.*
Oh good, I've met some here who couldn't carry a thought in a bucket, quite disheartening. I'm glad to meet another woman that can manage to string together a complete thought. Top of your class? I'm impressed. What subjects were you most fond of?
*Lofting a brow as she finishes her glass of cider and seems to almost lament when she realizes it. Setting it aside as she nods.*
Oh yes, there are many men who couldn't even manage the brain power to charm a kitten with a wand. Quite sad really. Why does it always seem to be the ones easier to look at, is what I would like to know.
*Lamenting a sigh as she looks towards the bar a moment before tucking an errant strand of hair behind her ear.*
So, Hermione Granger, tell me of yourself, I'm quite curious as to you and your friend. It is very loyal of you to follow your friend against such a foe. I'm sure your knowledge given must have been very useful.
Perhaps you fancy this friend? Is that what has you still distracted from our still carefully vague conversation?
*A playful smile curling at Sylvan's lips as she eyes Hermione carefully before waving a hand idly.*
No, I should not pry. It is rude of me to seek your confidence. Especially considering how dangerous such a thing is during these times. It's asking too much and I would be in very bad manners to seek further.
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Post by Hermione Granger on Aug 24, 2009 17:09:01 GMT
*Hermione grinned brightly as she heard Sylvan speak of the wonders of the Iliad.*
It sounds wonderful! I shall see if I can find it... I'm surprised I haven't read it before... And no... I have nothing against muggles.
*She smiled warmly as she looked to her, not yet letting go the fact that she was one of them, well by blood anyway... But she would soon grin brightly as she heard her speak of the women quite a bit less than bright. She nodded in agreement, grinning a little bit.*
Oh yes... It can get quite taxing to talk with them...
*She laughed a little, still nodding some, before glancing up to meet her gaze again as she asked about subjects. Ahh now there's something Hermione loved to talk about.*
Oh well you know... I absolutely adored Arithmancy... I couldn't stand Divination... Such an imprecise branch of magic if you ask me...
*She glared slightly as she remembered attempting to take that class.*
I enjoyed almost all my other classes though, honestly. Except for Potions... The only saving grace there, was that as in most of my classes, my friends were there. The one who is now the Headmaster, Severus Snape... He used to teach that class... Of course I excelled in it... But...
*She shook her head a little, wincing a bit as she began to slip into the insufferable know it all persona that she was all too often accused for. But she smiled a bit as she would drink the rest of her Butterbeer as well, smiling in a satisfied manner.*
*She grinned when she spoke of the males as well and laughed a little*
Oh indeed, though as with women, you find a few that can keep up with you and it's quite amazing... Though even those that can't always do so can be wonderful...
*She smiled a little as Ron came to mind, and then shook her head a little, though as Sylvan asked her to tell her of herself, she would tense up slightly, not sure how much information to give. Even if this woman wasn't a Death Eater, could she somehow be connected to Voldermort? One never knew these days... But as soon as she heard her speak of her curiosities of the friend she spoke of, she shook her head with a laugh*
Oh no no no no... I don't fancy him at all.
*A light pink crept back into her cheeks. Certainly she may have at once point...*
Oh no no... I mean he is quite charming... When he wants to be... And handsome... But no. The relationship between him and I is purely a friendship. We help eachother through hard times as friends should...
*Goodness there goes the vagueness again... She smiled a bit as she heard her words and shook her head, waving her own hand dismissively.*
Oh no no no... Certainly, you're fine. I don't mind, really. Though still... We must beware what information we do give up...
*She glanced around and shook her head a little, and leaned toward Sylvan, looking quite serious.*
Even if you and I aren't Death Eaters, which one can never be too sure, there are sure to be some lurking around...
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Post by Sylvan Thails on Aug 24, 2009 21:43:20 GMT
*Sylvan smiles and nearly beams when Hermione mentions the art of numbers.*
Ah! Yes! That was also one of my favored classes aside my Dueling Class. You see, in Greece the Dark Arts are actually taught as an elective. Not for their practice but because to be able to protect oneself from a spell, they must know it.
For example, if someone is trying to cast one of the Unforgivable Curses...you can recognize the wand work if you know it. Then you have a second or two that you may not have had if you were otherwise ignorant.
I was top of my class when it came to Dueling and Wand Work. My teacher was quite impressed with me and my father even hired a private tutor for me to keep my edge in the classroom.
*A smile on her lips as she nods to Hermione a bit.*
Yes, better to err on the side of caution, I always say. Though...I know the pain of trying to shoulder everything on your own. If you require a confidant, Hermione Granger, please feel free to seek me out. Sometimes having an opinion of someone not so intricately involved is quite valuable.
I do not expect you to take me up on such an offer, but at least you know that it is there.
*Sylvan stands up with a smooth grace and smiles as she takes up the other woman's glass and bows her head, heading to the bar to fetch them both new drinks. Thinking of the vial of Unicorn Geas she has and orders another cider and a butterbeer.*
*Of course, she could just give the Imperious Curse. So many options! Even simple spoken deception would be efficient. Taking both drinks and heading back.*
I wonder if you could possibly help me, Hermione. I've come across something of a rare magical item. I need to test it some and I was wondering if I could use your mind to help me consider the properties of the cloak? It would be invaluable to me.
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Post by Hermione Granger on Aug 25, 2009 1:34:36 GMT
*Hermione listened intently to the woman, grinning right back at her as she grinned to her. She nodded eagerly as she spoke of that being one of her favorites as well! She laughed a little.*
How wonderful!
*She would exclaim this, and then listen again to what she had to say, smiling still. Indeed what she spoke of her school seemed quite interesting, and she indeed seemed quite bright indeed. She grinned and nodded as she spoke of being top of her class in dueling and wand work.*
That sounds great. I am a decent hand at dueling and have been getting better, but from the sound of it, I don't want to challenge you.
*She grinned playfully at the other woman as she spoke in regard to her knowledge of the dark arts.*
*Hermione nodded slightly as she heard her start to speak of how hard it was to take on everything by herself and all this and she would nod slightly with a smile.*
Oh yes... It can be hard indeed... But I can do it... But I very much thank you for your kind offer.
*She then watched as she took up her glass and headed for the front. She grinned a little, how nice of her! She would smile and nod in thanks, oblivious of what she might have planned for her. Poor girl. Indeed Sylvan wasn't likely to get anything out of her willingly, and yet there were always other ways... She was quite cautious, and yet her caution was waning slightly, considering Sylvan seemed so nice and wonderful.*
Why thank you.
*She spoke lightly as she accepted her mug of butterbeer, not sipping from it yet, but setting it in front of her as she heard Sylvan's question.*
Oh certainly Sylvan! I'll take a look at it with you. Though you're quite bright, I'm certain I won't be able to come up with anything you haven't already considered.
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Post by Sylvan Thails on Aug 26, 2009 1:15:31 GMT
*Sylvan returns with the drinks untouched. Deciding upon traditional manipulation, since it was so easier to hide than cursing or drugging the girl.*
I could teach you a few things of dueling, as well, if you like. I am quite exceptional at it.
*Smiling at the memory of dueling Snape and even chuckles softly at the thought. Setting it aside as she allows herself back into the game.*
Well, it is always best to have a fresh mind when tackling such things. It's a truly fascinating item I've picked up in my travels. That is what I do, so you know. I collect magical items and resell them to those who take interest. I have to be careful of my clientele, however.
I do not destroy or overlook an item due to it's nature. This is something that seems to be alien to those in England. Just because an item is of dark magic doesn't mean it doesn't deserve attention nor does it mean that it cannot be used by good hands. So...I have to be very careful what hands get what. I have an open mind when it comes to darker magic than the English seem to...don't be alarmed by that, please. I'm knowledgeable but hardly a practitioner!
*Chuckling softly as the lie slides like honey from her tongue.*
If you like you could browse my wares and see if any strike your attention? I can explain the ones less known, of course.
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Post by Hermione Granger on Aug 27, 2009 17:38:17 GMT
*Hermione smiled brightly as she recieved her drink again, without the slightest clue that Sylvan would do anything to it... Well it would still be placed lightly before her and she would merely run her fingers along the mug for a little bit, not really all that thirsty at the moment. But she grinned a little as she heard her speak of teaching her a few things when it came to dueling.*
That might be nice... I may very well have to take you up on that.
*She nodded a little and smiled brightly to her. She would then listen intently to what she spoke of about this cloak and other things she would bring in to sell. Of course Hermione's eyes lit up with interest as magical artifacts were always a bit of an interest to her. Of course she never went into dealing with the dark ones... But a lot of them interested her all the same. She listened and winced a little bit as she heard her speak about not destroying those with dark magic.*
Ah it is there we seem not to agree Sylvan... All things that are made for a dark purpose will fulfil dark purposes... And considering most good wizards and witches won't even touch them...
*She looked to Sylvan warily, shaking her head some, her brows furrowed a little bit. Even with her last little note about being knowledgeable but not a practitioner. This sent off red lights inside Hermione's mind.*
If you do not practice it, why do you care to dabble in it honestly? There are enough good things in the world for the good witches and wizards not to dabble in the bad... Yes I understand the necessity to understand them... But to try to use something bad and turn it good? People yes... Spells and artifacts, however... I don't think so...
*She shook her head as she spoke, shivering a bit as she watched Sylvan a bit more carefully. But she smiled slightly shakily as she spoke of her browsing her wares.*
Perhaps... We shall have to see. If there are dark magic items there, I'm not sure I want to be in the same room with them...
*She remembered her sixth year when a beautiful necklace was brought to Hogwarts, but before that she and her friends found it bewitching another of their class, hurting her so and near killing her... That thought made her shudder.*
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Post by Sylvan Thails on Aug 27, 2009 19:05:26 GMT
*Sylvan laughs softly at the wary look and holds up a hand.*
You're not one to scrape the barrel when it comes to wits. You know that each spell we cast has it's own very specific wand gesture. Indeed, studying wand work is the first step in mastering how to cast a spell without speaking it's name.
Didn't you ever consider that if you became intimately aware of the wand work of dark spells that you would be able to recognize them being cast at you?
If you're able to know the spell coming, even a second before it does...well...a second is all you need to counter, dodge or at least brace for what you know is coming. I told you I'm an excellent duelist. That is the reason why. I can identify most spells within the first wand gesture.
Dark spells have their own wand work as well. Have you never thought that being able to see the first flick of a Cruciatus Curse would give you the second you need to take cover from it? Or would you rather not know it was coming?
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Post by Hermione Granger on Sept 1, 2009 17:37:40 GMT
*Hermione watched Sylvan carefully and listened intently to her words. She nodded slightly in response. She did know that each one carried it's own gesture, she had indeed been studying this... And already she had been succeeding just a bit, mainly with just simple spells, but with some of them she didn't have to say their name to use them. She wouldn't say anything, but only nod as she watched the other woman. Honestly dark spells unnerved her, and she didn't dare study them. She never did understand the need to study them if you weren't going to use them... But there seemed to be a hole in her logic... What Sylvan said made perfect sense and she would nod slightly in response.*
You know Sylvan... I think you have something there... But I would still be so afraid to even dabble in the darker spells... But... At the same time... It would be useful to know them intimately like I do the good ones... Recognizeing them and using them are not the same thing... After all...
*She nodded, furrowing her brow a little. Her stance on this was being turned upside down for the moment. Well... She may have to do a little study of her own... Off to the library for her! There was most likely a book she could find on this, and public libraries don't have a restricted section...*
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Post by Sylvan Thails on Sept 1, 2009 19:17:51 GMT
Well, if you have a wish to study them, I would be willing to offer to teach you. Of course...it would have to be a private affair, since...well...lets face it. We both know what we're doing.
*She takes a sip of her cider and leans back a bit. Quite an odd thought to take this girl as an apprentice. Wondering how far she might be able to lead this.*
It is always better to have a teacher than to dabble without knowledge behind you. A controlled environment to prevent anything untoward from happening. I'm sure you're a capable witch, you certainly seem to be thus far, but even the best has fouled when moving in ignorance.
*Looking from the girl to those around them simply milling about and letting her offer sink in with Hermione.*
It is entirely up to you, of course. This isn't something I would offer just anyone. I...have grown quite fond of you in a very short span of time. So many here are just bumbling morons that a brilliant mind is utterly refreshing.
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Post by Hermione Granger on Sept 1, 2009 19:32:30 GMT
*Hermione had started gazing off as she thought of where she would find such books to learn such things on her own. And yet she couldn't think of where they would be quite yet, though she knew she would find them eventually. Yet Sylvan's offer dragged her out of her mental searchings, and she blinked her eyes a few times. Sylvan knew such things and could teach her more than she knew... This was dangerous territory... And yet Hermione's thirst for knowledge was slowly winning out over her driven in sense to stay away from the dark arts, except to learn to counter them... And yet if she understood the dark arts... She could learn better to counter them... Her eyes glittered eagerly and yet her mind fought with her. This was dangerous... But she knew that. And she was smart and set in her ways... Surely learning about it wouldn't sway her. She had no thirst for power... Only for knowledge. So certainly the dark side would hold no lure for her.*
*She continued to nod and listen to Sylvan intently. She knew where to find such knowledge, heck she knew it herself... Hermione finally looked Sylvan in the eye for a moment trying to read her. There was still the chance that she was indeed on the dark side she so thouraghly learned... But there was that chance with everyone... And there was also the chance that she was simply a good witch with so much knowlege at her disposal.*
You are very right Sylvan... Having a teacher that knows the way already would be very useful in learning these things...
*She thought for a moment, her eyes searching Sylvans, now with quite abit of intensity as she looked for any inconsistancy that might prove this to be a trap. And yet she couldn't find any at the moment... She finally gave a firm, determined nod.*
I think I could learn a thing or two from you Sylvan. If you're willing to teach me, which you seem to be. Let's not do anything real formal, but I would love to learn a thing or two. One can never have too much knowledge.
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Post by Sylvan Thails on Sept 1, 2009 19:42:42 GMT
*Sylvan had no problem holding Hermione's eyes. Letting her see the pale blue facade that Sylvan had mastered over years and years being within the social circles of Greece that were nearly as ruthless as the Dark Lord's punishments.*
*The smile offered to Hermione is a light one as she nods.*
I will teach you...we must speak further of preparations. Not here. Somewhere private.
*Sylvan taps her lips with an index finger in thought, considering the locations at her disposal. She couldn't take the girl to the Malfoy's. Indeed, even Sylvan was quick to learn the family's reputation. She could also not take Hermione to Spinner's End...Severus would never forgive her.*
You will have to forgive me, I know so few places in England. Unless you wished to come with me to Greece? I could Apparate us. My family's home is quite the estate and we can go to the Basilisk Caves to speak and do privately. Worry not, the caves have long been abandoned.
*Standing up and holding out a slender hand to Hermione. Oh, but Sylvan was a clever spider indeed. Laying out the threads of a web that were most troubling. Wondering how entangled Hermione will become within their silken grasp. Whether or not Sylvan would have an apprentice when this is done.*
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Post by Hermione Granger on Sept 1, 2009 20:05:56 GMT
*Hermione saw nothing but honesty in Sylvan's eyes. It was false, and yet not what Hermione could detect. She smiled warmly as she finally dropped her intensity and nodded, seeming to be appeased, at least for now... She nodded eagerly as Sylvan agreed to teach her. Well this was wonderful news. She could learn now under a knowledgeable teacher. And yet Hermione knew she needed to remain on guard at all times. This could still be a trap. One had to have their wits about them when dealing with the darkness... This Hermione knew well. But she finally nodded to her again.*
Then I thank you in advance for the knowledge you offer.
*She nodded again and smiled warmly to her. Hermione was smart, and yet the lure of knowledge and a way to combat the side she so desperately hated... It was so strong. And it had captured Hermione, at least for the time being...*
*Hermione listened to Sylvan speak of a place where they could talk and work in private, tensing up as she heard her speak of the Basilisk caves. Goodness from what Harry said, and from her own experiance, Basilisks were bad news... And yet she visibly relaxed when she heard they were long gone. She finally nodded again as Sylvan offered her hand. She figured, if one could apparate in, then they could apparate back again. So she would be ready to do so at any time if it seemed to be a trap about to close on her. Yes... Sylvan was cunning, but Hermione was not a complete dolt. But for now she would eagerly go along with it. She placed her own gentle hand in Sylvan's, smiling warmly as she rose beside her.*
Then lead on my friend. And I eagerly await to see what you have to teach me.
*The words from Hermione were slightly odd... Yes, she saw Sylvan as a potential ally, her being so strong... And yet there would need to be quite the proof before Hermione trusted her with anything but her own self. Nothing of Ron, or Harry, or anyone she so cared about would pass her lips to lead her to them... Not until she was certain, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that she could trust this one fully. And to trust one with those she loved? Well that was a nigh impossible task.*
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Post by Sylvan Thails on Sept 1, 2009 20:17:19 GMT
*Grasping Hermione's hand lightly as she makes note of the girl's eagerness to learn. Ah, the draw of knowledge was the spell to weave over the girl.*
Excellent. Though...we can do nothing without...mm...you're not afraid of mice, are you? We will need...something to work with.
*She blushes and looks almost sad to have to think of such things before glancing to Hermione. A soft sigh escaping her lips.*
It is not ideal but I figured that...perhaps it would be easier with just mice? I dislike harming the little things...but the cost for knowledge is sometimes high.
*Nodding as she turns and leads Hermione from the Three Broomsticks and to one of the Familiar stores where feeder mice could be purchased for Snake Familiars. A case of ten of the small things before she turns to Hermione again.*
Hold tight to me. I will do a Side-Along Apparate.
*Waiting until Hermione is ready before the plume of purple and green smoke sends them off and away*
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