Knight Bus Attendant: ::The bus attendant comes around ringing a little bell speaking in a loud voice:: Next stop Grimmauld Place, London. Grimmauld Place, London, next stop!
Charisse Banning: ::Blinks awake from her spot on her bunk and sits up slowly, stretching and then looks around, straightening her clothes and slipping her sweater back on over her head before brushing out her hair, letting it fall loosely around her shoulders and gathers up Opa's cage, staring longingly out the window::
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles a bit, sitting up from his bed, smiling as he looks around, before standing up and stretching a bit:: We're almost there! I cant wait!
Gerrard Rayne: ::Blinks a few times and sits up, a book clutched to his chest and he scoots to the edge of the bed, yawning slightly and chuckles:: Well that was a ni--::Bounces slightly as the bus takes a little jump, laughing softly:: -ce nap...
Charisse Banning: ::Chuckles softly and glances up at Zarek, carefully avoiding looking at Gerrard and nods a bit, a large smile playing across her features:: I can't wait to see Uncle Sirius again! ::Once again a loud BANG is heard as the bus stops, throwing her back onto her bunk and sits up with a chuckle, quickly pressing her face up to the window, waving vigorously at two figures standing on the sidewalk::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Reaches under his bed and takes out his bag, glancing at the both of them for just a moment and slides the book in among his clothes, dragging it and his broom out from under his bunk, nodding slightly and turns his head to look out the window and waves as well before standing up, stretching for a long moment, still shaking off the last of the nap::
Charisse Banning: ::Turns back to Zarek and Gerrard with a large grin:: Come on! ::Holds Opa's cage in one hand and the handle of her trunk in the other, dragging it quickly down the isle and out the door of the bus, dropping the trunk and cage on the sidewalk as she leaps into the arms of a very tall, pretty thin man with shoulder length black hair who spins her in a circle with a large grin:: Uncle Sirius!
Zarek Yeran: ::Slides his trunk out from under his bed, hopping a bit, following Chari's gaze, before looking around the bus, grinning broadly at Charisse and Gerrard, and follows Charisse off of the bus, pulling his floating trunk along behind:
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles a bit and smiles, looking up at Charisse for a moment and then away quickly, striding up the isle after her and hops down the steps off the bus, watching the two, grinning a bit::
Zarek Yeran: ::Chuckles politely, standing near Gerrard, watching Charisse and the two men intently::
Remus Lupin: ::Remus Lupin smiles at Chari and Sirius for a minute before hurrying up to Gerrard and Zarek with a smile, his light hair a little grayer since he worked at Hogwarts and his robes a little more shabby looking:: Mr. Rayne, Mr. Yeran Welcome!
Gerrard Rayne: ::Shifts his bags over to his left arm and chuckles, holding out a hand to Remus:: Hello Mr. Lupin!
Sirius Black: ::Sets Chari down after a minute and looks at the two young men, seemingly sizing them up with his dark eyes and yet he smiles warmly::
Charisse Banning: ::Frowns a little and kneels down to where Opa's cage lies on its side on the sidewalk and reaches out to open it, letting out a rather disgruntled looking Owl and strokes her for a minute, whispering:: I'm sorry, Opa...
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles nervously, grinning a bit before managing to mutter:: Hello, Mr. Black, Professor Lupin..
Charisse Banning: ::Once she has fully consoled Opa, she steps up to Sirius' side smiling at him for a minute before motioning to the two in turn:: Uncle Sirius, I would like you to meet Zarek Yaren and uhm... Gerrard Rayne...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Bows his head slightly after shaking Remus' hand and walks over to Sirius extending a hand:: Pleasure to meet you Mr. Black..
Sirius Black: ::Smiles widely at each of the boys and takes Gerrard's hand, shaking it firmly:: The pleasure is all mine. I've heard so much about both of you that it's wonderful to finally meet you.
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles a bit and smiles, letting his hand slide away after a moment and nods, staring up at Sirius:: Likewise...and it's very kind of you to let us visit ::Laughs softly and grins a bit:: I promise...we're both house broken..
Charisse Banning: ::As Sirius greets the boys, she takes her chance to give Lupin a big hug, exchanging a few soft words with him::
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles, shrugging a bit at Gerrard, before grinning broadly:: We try anyway. ::smiles at Sirius again:: Thanks for inviting us, that was very kind of you.
Sirius Black: ::Laughs softly, his entire face glowing and nods:: That's good. Though it wouldn't be a disaster if you weren't... the house is in need of a good cleaning, anyway. Hey, the more the merrier!
Remus Lupin: ::Raises an eyebrow at Sirius for a minute:: What do you mean it needs a cleaning? That's all you've done for the past three and a half months!
Sirius Black: ::Gapes at Lupin for a minute, shaking his head with a smile:: Well, I have to do something to keep my mind off missing my favorite niece.
Charisse Banning: ::Frowns a little and looks up at Sirius:: Have you really been cleaning the whole time? You should do something else... like talk to Kreacher...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles softly and shakes his head, grinning a bit:: Hmm...well to each his own..cleaning could be a fun hobby..
Zarek Yeran: ::shrugs a bit, grinning slightly:: I'd love cleaning, If only I could figure out all the tricks for the householdly spells..I'm no good at muggle cleaning really...
Sirius Black: ::Blinks once, looking at Chari, but instead of answering he shakes his head and looks at Zarek and Gerrard with a smile:: Well, there's no sense standing in the street, come on in... Don't worry, Zarek... i won't make you clean at all while you're here.
Gerrard Rayne: ::Grins slightly and shifts his bags once more, nodding slightly:: Only if you can stop us...
Sirius Black: ::Picks up Chari's trunk and starts off up the walkway to a large Victorian-looking Mansion and chuckles softly, mock-whispering to Chari:: Your friends are insane...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Smiles and strides after him, laughing softly:: Only in the morning... ::Ponders for a moment, looking thoughtful before shaking his head:: And well...sometimes at night...once and a while in the afternoon..Bah! Oh well...
Zarek Yeran: ::laughs a bit, following them to the Mansion, nodding slightly:: That we are, but what fun is life with out a bit of insanity?
Charisse Banning: ::Picks up Opa's cage and laughs softly, glancing back at Gerrard and Zarek before following Sirius:: Only on days that end in ay...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Smiles at Zarek, before nodding slowly and chuckling:; Amen..
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles, grinning at Charisse's back:: Well, at least it isn't every..Wait a second!
Remus Lupin: ::Hurries after the group and takes out his wand:: Here, I'll take your things... ::Waves his hand, sending all of their luggage up to their rooms and chuckles softly::
Charisse Banning: ::Glances over her shoulder at Zarek, shooting him a grin before stepping through the door into the house, and stops in the hallway, looking around at the spotless walls and floor and the brass wall sconces that have been polished so brightly that they could double as mirrors::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Blinks a bit and laughs softly, shaking his head:: Thanks...thats much easier..::Steps in after Charisse a looks around, smiling:: Well now this is a very nice home...you certainly have a taste for decorating..
Charisse Banning: ::Grins and pats her uncle lightly on the arm, looking around at the group:: Well, I'm sure we're all starving, I know I am... I'll go fix us some lunch. ::Turns and hurries down to the kitchen::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Smiles a bit and chuckles, looking after her and calling out:: Need a hand with anything?
Zarek Yeran: ::Smiles a bit, before stepping into the entryway, looking around, grinning:: This is extremely nice. You DO have a knack for decorating. ::nods at Charisse, before she disappears to the kitchens:: Food sounds great. Need any help?
Sirius Black: ::Steps in just ahead of Chari and nods a bit to Lupin before turning to smile at Gerrard:: Well, I try... a lot different that how my mother had it... thank you... ::Laughs softly and shakes his head a bit:: Don't even try, she won't let you...
Gerrard Rayne: I've begun to discover that lately...every now and then you can manage to trick her into letting you help...but it's rare..
Sirius Black: Remus, why don't you show these two young men to their room so they can get settled? ::Chuckles softly at Gerrard and nods:: I'm lucky if I even get to see the kitchen while she's here... but why don't the two of you follow Remus and we'll call you down when lunch is ready?
Zarek Yeran: ::Smiles at Sirius again, before looking to Remus, nodding slowly:: Thank you again, Mr. Black.
Gerrard Rayne: ::Nods a bit and smiles:: Thank you again, hopefully we'll get a chance to talk later..::Bows his head slightly to Sirius and turns to follow Remus to his room::
Sirius Black: ::Smiles at the boys and nods to each of them:: Really, it's my pleasure, and I'm sure we will. ::Turns and disappears down the hall that Chari did::
Remus Lupin: ::Chuckles softly to himself and motions the two after him as he starts up a large mahogany staircase which has a rich red runner going down the center:: This way...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Follows Remus up the staircase, gazing around at the walls of the house::
Remus Lupin: ::The house is decorated completely in late gothic/early Victorian style, the only light in the house cast by numerous candles or oil lamps and he stops on the first landing, looking up the hall for a minute before walking down it and opens a set of double doors about halfway down the hall and turns to smile at them:: We thought that you may want to stay together, though you're welcome to separate rooms, if you'd like.
Zarek Yeran: ::Follows Remus and Gerrard, looking around carefully, marvelling at the house's beauty, smiling to himself, making himself hungrier by wondering what Charisse is cooking::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles a bit and shrugs, shaking his head:: Can't say i mind either way really, i'm fine in the same room..
Zarek Yeran: ::Chuckles, shrugging a bit:: Doesnt matter to me really, I dont mind sharing. We're in the same room every night, in the tower.
Gerrard Rayne: Yeah..come to think of it...::Laughs softly:: It's kind of become second nature to us..
Remus Lupin: ::Smiles and nods a bit, chuckling softly:: It's usually better to have a roommate for the first few nights in this house anyway... ::Notions to the door at smiles at them:: Make your selves at home. If you need anything at all don't : hesitate to ask one of us. ::Waves to them as he hurries off down the hall and up a flight of stairs to the third floor::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Eyes Remus for a second before turning to Zarek and shrugging slightly:: Cool guy...::Steps into the room and looks around, shaking his head:: Very nice room though..
Zarek Yeran: ::Grins at Gerrard, as he looks around their room, decorated in the same manor as the house:: Wow..this is very nice. ::nods a bit, looking back in the direction Lupin left:: I wish he'd come back to hogwarts..He was a great teacher
Gerrard Rayne: Yeah he was...doubt we'll ever find anyone like him again...::Shrugs a bit and chuckles:: Maybe he'll decide to take up teaching again...
::The room is about twice the size of their room at Hogwarts and contains two king sized beds, both decorated in navy blue velvet bedding with heave drapes around them, and silk sheets, two antique desks sit on opposite wells along with identical large mahogany armories, the floor is a soft blue carpet and the walls are white with blue designs on them::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Shakes his head, laughing a bit:: I'm starting to doubt if i'll be able to bring myself to leave when break is up..
Zarek Yeran: ::nods, looking somewhat hopeful:: Maybe they'll adopt us, and send us to Hogwarts by floo powder every day. ::Winks at Gerrard, before shaking his head and laughing a bit:: Wouldn't that be nice? But seriously, maybe we'll be able to come visit Charisse over the summer sometime..
Gerrard Rayne: ::Nods slightly and chuckles a bit, setting himself down on the bed on the right side of the room and stares around thoughtfully for a minute:: Yeah...that would be great..
Charisse Banning: ::Busies herself with preparing lunch for the five and carries on half a conversation with Sirius, stopping for a minute to exchange a few words with a very grumpy looking Kreacher and then shakes her head at Sirius, continuing on with her cooking::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Looks around and spots his bags, striding over to his duffle and picking it up setting it on the desk and unzipping it, taking out most of the contents and folding them, whistling to himself::
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles, shrugging a bit, unpacking all of his clothes, folding them quickly, and places most of them in the drawers of his armoire::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Folds up his duffle and stuffs it under the bed with his foot, propping up his broom case in the corner before chuckling slightly and slides onto his bed on his stomach and just lies there for a few moments, sprawled out, frowning slightly::
Zarek Yeran: ::hops on the bed, sitting propped up against the pillows, before looking at Gerrard and frowning a bit:: Whats up? You dont look too happy
Gerrard Rayne: ::Turns his head, looking over at Zarek and chuckles, shaking his head as best he can against the bed, shrugging slightly:: Not unhappy...just thinking..
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles, shrugging a bit., before nodding and looking around the room once more, before lying back and closing his eyes for a moment:: I'm so hungry I could eat a Hippogriff..
Gerrard Rayne: ::Laughs softly, and nods a bit:: I know the feeling...i think i'm loosing my appetite though...::Turns his head and looks at Zarek again:: Hey man...
Zarek Yeran: ::looks up at Gerrard, looking concerned:: Hmm?
Gerrard Rayne: ::Laughs a bit nervously but just shakes his head, sighing:: Listen...this..is about Charisse..and i'm pretty sure you probably know what about, or can at least guess..
Zarek Yeran: ::looks as confused as he is concerned, shaking his head a bit:: Well..no.. I'm not really sure. Whats up?
Gerrard Rayne: ::Rolls over onto his back and stares across at Zarek, shaking his head:: Well i'm sure you probably noticed off and on that one or both of us has been acting funny around eachother...
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles and shrugs a bit, still looking confused:: Yeah, somewhat.. I didn't really think it meant much though
Gerrard Rayne: ::Shrugs slightly and shakes his head:: Well it doesn't really...and it kinda does..It's just three years ago when we were all talking and together i thought i felt something but i hadn't been sure...i mean we were young back then.. and i guess we still are now...But after that whole David thing it left me thinking for that entire two years and since the beginning of this year things have been a little awkward. ::Shakes his head and gets up, making his way across the space between the two beds, sitting down next to Zarek and frowning, shrugging a bit:: So now and then at odd times this stuff comes up...
Zarek Yeran: : ::Nods, chuckling a bit, at his own confusion:: This stuff, meaning what?
Gerrard Rayne: ::Sighs a bit and shakes his head, studying Zarek for a few minutes:: Just feelings...c'mon man...you know her, and we all know eachother...i don't really know what it means i just thought i should at least say something even if I’m not exactly sure what I’m trying to get out..
Charisse Banning: ::Places a plate of sandwiches, three chalices, a pitcher of pumpkin juice, a bowl of fruit, and a covered plate on a tray and hurries up to Gerrard and Zarek's room and taps lightly on their door with her foot and waits for a minute, shifting the weight of the tray a little::
Zarek Yeran: ::Chuckles, shaking his head a bit, nodding at Gerrard:: I know how you feel, honestly. ::drops his voice to a whisper at the knock on the door:: This morning, I thought that You and Chari had started dating or somthing, but were to too worried to tell me then, or something. I dunno, I was really tired I guess..
Gerrard Rayne: Jerks his head to look at the door and nods slowly at Zarek, and then shaking his head just a bit, speaking softly:: No...just...not sure.. ::Stands up and strides over to the door, opening it slowly and smiles:: Hey..
Charisse Banning: ::Smiles up at Gerrard, shifting the try again:: Hey... I come bearing food.
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles softly and nods, holding out his hands:: Can i help you with some of that?
Charisse Banning: ::Shakes her head a bit, eyeing him for a minute:: No thanks, I've got it. Can I come in?
Gerrard Rayne: ::Nods and stands back from the door:: Of course..
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles, hopping off the bed, beaming at Charisse:: Food! My Hero!
Charisse Banning: : ::Smiles and steps into the room, looking around for a minute and walks to the center of the room, tapping a design on the carpet with her foot and a short table appears not far from her and she sets down the tray with a chuckle:: Sorry it took so long, dessert took a little longer than expected.
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles a bit and smiles, shaking his head:: No problem...this looks great..
Charisse Banning: ::Smiles and picks up the covered plate, sliding it under the table for the time being:: Dig in!
Gerrard Rayne: ::Smiles and walks over to the plate, grabbing a sandwhich and nibbles on it, not especially hungry but not wanting to waste the food and smiles at Charisse:: Is there anything you can't do?
Charisse Banning: ::Studies Gerrard for a minute and picks up a sandwutch, nodding with a small frown and takes a bite::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Raises an eyebrow and stares at her for a moment, finishing off the first half of a sandwich:: Well...that comes as a shock to me..
Zarek Yeran: ::smiles at Charisse, before looking at the food again, and grinning broadly, and shaking his head at Gerrard:: Nope, not anything that I’ve witnessed yet. ::Grabs a sandwich and takes a large bite out of it::
Charisse Banning: I can't imagine why... ::Takes another bite of her sandwich chewing slowly, almost reluctantly before smiling slightly at Zarek:: We shall see...
Zarek Yeran: ::Puts his sandwich down for a second, obviously not wanting to, before looking at Charisse and frowning slightly:: Whats wrong Chari?
Charisse Banning: ::Looks up at Zarek for a minute, smiling slowly and shakes her head a bit, speaking softly:: Nothing... I just... being back here again reminds me of David...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Finishes off the rest of his sandwhich and frowns, studying Charisse quietly for a moment but steps away for a second to pull over three chairs, offering one to each of them, taking a seat in one himself::
Zarek Yeran: ::smiles at Gerrard, sitting in the chair, before patting Charisse on the shoulder, frowning a bit:: I'm sorry Chari, that must be really tough on you..
Charisse Banning: ::Smiles slightly and nods to Gerrard with a soft "Thank you" and then looks at Zarek again, shrugging a bit:: I'll be alright... It's good to be back... ::smiles a little more, looking at the two of them:: Especially with my two best friends.
Gerrard Rayne: ::Smiles at her for a moment and nods, glancing around the room for a moment:: Glad we could come along...this is a great place...i can see why you enjoy it here so much..
Charisse Banning: ::Settles into her chair with a contented sigh and takes another bite of sandwich and then another and so on until she finishes and smiles at the two, nearly beaming as her mood seems to have changed as quickly as Snape's generally does:: Who's ready for dessert?
Gerrard Rayne: : ::Chuckles a bit and finishes off his second sandwhich before eyeing her:: I think i am...if it's as good as these were i definetly can't say no..
Charisse Banning: Smiles and slips off her chair and reaches under the table picking up the covered plate and places it in the center f the table before taking off the cover to reveal a still steaming pie:: My famous home made apple pie...
Zarek Yeran: ::Grabs his half eaten Sandwich, gulping it down quickly:: Desert, hmm..one of my favorite words. If its anywhere as good as the rest of the things you made today, I hope you made lots extra ::winks at Charisse
Charisse Banning: ::Chuckles softly at Zarek and nods a bit:: Help yourself, there and three more in the kitchen...
Gerrard Rayne: Oooh...::Shakes his head and chuckles, eyeing Charisse for a moment:: Wow...you made these?
Charisse Banning: ::Smiles proudly, looking at Gerrard for a minute:: I did... there's a cherry and a blueberry down stairs if you'd prefer...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Sits back in his chair in wonder for a few moments, staring at the pie on the table:: You cook...you play pranks...you...::Blinks a bit:: Yo...Huh?!
Charisse Banning: ::Chuckles softly, eyeing him for a minute:: I made apple, cherry, and blueberry...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Laughs softly, nodding slowly a bit in disbelief:: I was just wondering if i'd heard you correctly..
Charisse Banning: I always do the first day I'm back home for Christmas... ::Chuckles softly:: It's so nice to have a warm kitchen and fresh pie in the middle of winter...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Smiles and nods slowly, chuckling a bit:: It is...but that is really amazing...
Charisse Banning: ::chuckles softly and raises an eyebrow:: It's just pie...
Zarek Yeran: ::Grabs himself a slice of the apple pie, and puts some on his plate, taking a large bite, and promptly mock fainting:: That has to be the best pie i've ever had..
Gerrard Rayne: ::Shakes his head and smiles, leaning forward and taking a knife and fork, cutting himself a small piece and leaning back in his chair, now sitting cross legged in it:: I know..but still, first day on break
Charisse Banning: ::Smiles at Zarek, all her worries seem to have left for the time being:: Well, thank you, Zarek...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Nibbles a few bites from the pie and closes his eyes for a moment, enjoying it:: Ahh that is great...haven't had better..
Charisse Banning: ::Smiles as she watches Gerrard and Zarek and then chuckles softly, leaning forward to cut herself a piece:: Thank you...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Spears a bit more on his fork and nibbles on it, finding a chunk of apple and sits sucking on it for just a moment before chuckling:: I swear every day around you is something new, Charisse...
Charisse Banning: ::Chuckles softly, taking a small bite of pie and shrugs a bit:: Well, I try. I mean, it would be boring any other way...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles a bit and smiles, finishing up the last of his piece, using the edge of his fork to get the extra and grins:: I suppose so...who knows...maybe someday you can teach the lot of us to cook
Gerrard Rayne: ::Snickers softly and smiles:: Well okay, i can do pancakes and some kinda of bread...but usually only with my mom standing over my shoulder to make sure i don't burn myself...
Charisse Banning: ::Gapes at him for a minute:: Now why would I want to do something like that? I mean, I would never get you people out of my kitchen...
Gerrard Rayne: ::Laughs softly and smiles, shaking his head:: With the way that you cook...i could never keep you from making food...my stomach would hate me forever..
Charisse Banning: ::Smiles at him, a little color rising in her cheeks and she chuckles softly:: That's very nice of you, but honestly, i think you'd be a good cook.
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles softly and shrugs a bit:: It's possible...but from what i see you enjoy cooking, and i couldn't possibly step in the way of that...::Pats his stomach and grins a bit:: Me and my stomach thank you very...very much..
Charisse Banning: ::Smiles and nods a bit:: I do... it's relaxing... ::Chuckles softly:: Well, you and your stomach are very, very welcome.
Gerrard Rayne: ::Smiles a bit and nods, slouching back in his chair:: Really...really good...
Zarek Yeran: ::Smiles, grinning at Charisse:: I'm not gonna be able to go back to school. All this amazing food you make, then we'll have to go back to school food. Hrmph. We will need to find a place to cook out sometimes
Gerrard Rayne: ::Laughs a bit and grins at Zarek:: Oh come on, now what would the house elves think if you talked about their cooking that way...
Charisse Banning: ::Chuckles softly, shaking her head a bit and begins to gather up the dishes on the tray, covering the remainder of the pie and sets it in the center of the table, leaving it for them:: I like the school food... But, I'm going to go clean up, I'll be back in a little bit. ::With that, she disappears out the door with the tray too quickly for them to argue with her::
Gerrard Rayne: : ::Shakes his head and stares after her for a few moments, trying to think of a way to argue to help but shrugs a bit, chuckling:: She's just too quick... ::Stands up and chuckles a bit, wandering over to the window and staring out over the yard, sighing contentedly:: Beautiful here...
Zarek Yeran: ::nods in agreement with Gerrard:: This is the best house i've ever been in. I could stay here forever..
Gerrard Rayne: ::Chuckles softly and nods, leaning against the edge of the window:: I know the feeling man...
Charisse Banning: ::Quickly washes the dishes muggle-style, enjoying the warm water on her hands and then covers each of her dozen pies, 10 now that the three of them had split one and Sirius and Lupin had had the other and places a charm on them to keep them warm::
Gerrard Rayne: ::Turns away from the window and strides across the room, opening the door and walking out into the hall, glancing around a bit, being sure not to wander too far but simply studies the house and it's decor::
Zarek Yeran: ::chuckles, looking around in the room, before following Gerrard out, and down into the hall:: Amazing place..
Gerrard Rayne: ::Nods a bit, smiling:: Yeah it is, classic too...gotta love these old designs...something about the new ones that just doesn't strike me right..and leans over the edge near the stairs, peering downstairs and starts walking down slowly, sticking his hands in his pockets and just relaxing::
