Higgins Mannor

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Andrew took the letter, opening it and reading quickly. he started writing his response as soon as he finished.

Micajah,
Thank you. For everything. The dance will be up to her, but I'm sure I can convince her to give you one dance. I'll head your warning, brother, I'll keep my eyes and ear as open as can be.
-Andrew

He sent an elf off with the letter and relaxed. As they came up for a check, Andrew signaled them over. "Dinner should be ready very soon., Time to get dressed." Ad they all went back under he chuckled. He caught Praxis just as she started to stumble, wrapping his arm around her quicker than even he had time to think about. He grinned a little at her comment, and kissed her. "Come on," he said, still grinning, and he wrapped Cyprus up in a towel, then Dreama, as an elf handed Praxis a towel as well.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Sun Jan 30, 2011 5:52 pm

Praxis smiled at the house elf. "Thank you misty." The small, wobbly female elf smiled and hobbled away as quickly as she could, as if embarrassed. Praxis might have been a bitch but she wasn't mean to everyone. House elves were strange little creatures that got treated badly, just like her, and so she always treated them a little nicer. Not to mention her father had always taught her to be nice to the house elves. That thought made her frown slightly as she wrapped her towel around her. She had a whole herd of house elves at her old house but...she couldn't bring herself to go there. Hell, she never spoke about it, it never came up. So much had happened there. As the children were getting ready to leave she heard them call for her. Snapping out of her thoughts she realized she had been staring out one of the large windows with her hands on the towel around her. Smiling, she finished drying, tried her best with her hair but it was just a poofy mess, and then went to join them.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Sun Jan 30, 2011 6:13 pm

Andrew watched her for a moment. "Praxis, love." he said a few times, but it took Dreama's call of "Mommy!" to snap her from her thoughts. He made a point to ask about it later, but he held his hand out to her while he waited. He slid his arm around her and they walked back to the bedroom to dress. He and Cyprus dressed quickly, matching again, while Dreama and Praxis changed. This time Cyprus and Andrew took the bathroom, and Andrew knocked gently before coming out. "Beautiful," he said nearly breathlessly to Praxis. He lifted Dreama. "Don't you look pretty!"

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Sun Jan 30, 2011 6:20 pm

Praxis chuckled sneakily with Dreama as the boys went to change. "Alright, lets show daddy he was wrong, okay?" Dreama giggled and nodded as they got their outfits out. Praxis helped her slip her mini outfit on as she pulled her own on. Both of them spun around for each other and it wasn't until they were sure they looked alright that Andrew and Cyprus were allowed in. By then Praxis had her hair pulled to the side of her head and up in a clip, letting the poofy curls gather on the side of her head and the dry ringlets linger down her arm and just past her bosom. Her hair really had gotten long since her needing and being impregnated. When Andrew came in Praxis chuckled and smiled as she looked at Dreama, who was giggling. She wrapped her arms around Andrew as she hugged him. "Daddy," she said, "Is mommy bootful?" she couldn't pronounce beautiful right yet but the way she grinned made it even cuter. Cyprus, who was in Praxis' arms by now and was hugging her, smiled big.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Sun Jan 30, 2011 10:05 pm

"Very bootful," Andrew said with a grin as he let his eyes glance over Praxis. "C'mon, let's go have some dinner." He trotted down the hall, bouncing Dreama all the way until he finally set her gently in her chair. He sat at the head of the table and took the goblet brought to him with a smile. "Whatever you want, guys," he said to the children, gesturing the table of food. He only took a small bit of soup for himself.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Mon Jan 31, 2011 6:00 am

Dreama giggled and hugged his neck at his answer. Praxis just rolled her eyes and chuckled. She was right behind him as they went down the hall. Once there Praxis picked up Cyprus from his spot on her hip, spun her around and hugged him, before finally letting him sit next to Andrew. With Dreama on one side and Cyprus on the other she went to find another seat. The table was too long so she wasn't going to to sit at the other end. Instead she sat beside Dreama, remembering she sat closer to Cyprus this morning. Her eyes shined when she saw Cyprus nervously reach out and grab some food. She ate mainly veggie and a few slices of meet. Dreama was wiggling in her chair, giggling and bouncing happily as she ate.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 6:33 pm

Andrew ate some food, every now and then slipping something onto the children's plates for them to try. Cyprus tried everything he set there almost immediately, though whether he liked it or not Andrew didn't really know. He drank his blood quickly, smacking his lips a little at the taste of the pig's blood. He chuckled a little though, and picked up a peach. Without peeling it he sank his fangs in slowly, gently puncturing the soft fruit, and sucked out the juice. Before the peach was dry he stopped, biting into it as he closed his eyes, relishing in the taste for a moment. he came back to reality quickly though, smiling at Praxis while they ate.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 6:40 pm

Praxis couldn't help but smile slightly in return to Andrew. As her eyes ghosted over the children and her future husband Praxis was plagued with thoughts. Things about how they had gotten here, how much the two had changed, and how little things along the way made it possible. Smiling, she couldn't help thinking about it, the memories helped keep her sane as she did her best to ignore where they were. When the house elves came out and cleaned up the food, only to bring everyone specially made deserts-Andrew and Cyprus peach cobler, Dreama a fruit toppled cake, mainly with kiwis, and Praxis with ripe strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries- Praxis couldn't help but smile at everyone and help Dreama clean off her face a bit before she went back to eating.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 7:40 pm

Andrew smirked a little and every now and then he reached over with a napkin to clean up some of the cobbler off Cyprus' face. He fell in love with the desert, not having had it before. Merlin it was tasty! Andrew pretended as if he were at home, not letting it even scathe the surface of his thoughts if he could help it. He couldn't help thinking about how they were going to survive this though. He had a sick feeling, as if his father would come, and he dreaded that. However, Andrew knew he was now more ruthless than he thought he could be and murdering someone in cold blood wasn't that hard at all. He also knew one more important factor. He and Ash, they had been unstoppable since Praxis' disappearance. They had worked together and truthfully, Ash was the only person Andrew ever spoke around once Praxis was gone. Well, he and his mistress of course. Andrew then thought about Micajah. He knew -as much as Praxis disliked the Vampire- Micajah would come to Andrew's aid should he be called upon and the two of them were unstoppable at one point two. This lead Andrew to wondering... Would the three of them be even more difficult, or impossible, to beat if the three were together? Of course, Andrew didn't know of the goings on back home, and thought Ash and he would mix well....

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 7:45 pm

Praxis, who had made the cake and cobbler that morning when she was baking for them, was glad to see they all liked it. Dreama had attacked the Kiwi's the moment she saw them, leaving the cake for only a moment, and had somehow gotten covered in whip cream. Praxis, who was eating more a bowl of fruit rather than a real desert, nipped at her food here and there but mainly just enjoyed everyone else and seeing how they liked their meals. At one point she bit into a plump strawberry that had juice pooling on her lip and slightly slipping down to her chin on the side toward Andrew. The feeling reminded her of the first time they stayed at Desdemona's after they had started acting like more than friends. The same time that Desdemona had fun trying to tease them with strawberries and whip cream. Smirking, she wiped the juice away as she finished the strawberry.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 8:14 pm

Andrew was taking it slow with his cobbler, his wonderful, amazing cobbler. He glanced up at each of the children, smirking a little. However, he nearly lost self control when his eyes fell on Praxis, just as she was biting sensually into the large strawberry. He swallowed what was in his mouth and just watched her, his tongue wetting his lips as he thought about it. He pulled himself together quickly and went back to eating his cobbler.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 8:17 pm

Praxis noticed Andrew staring but didn't see his tongue against his lips because once the juice was off her lip she was helping Dreama sit in her seat right after shifting forward too much and not liking it any more. When she looked up and caught Andrew's eyes she smiled before going back to her fruit, popping a few berries in her mouth and leaving the remaining strawberries for later.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 8:31 pm

"Alright, looks like it's time to clean up, guys," Andrew said, standing to help Cyprus. He dipped a cleaning rag into one of the almost empty pitchers of water and cleaned up his face and hands quickly. It was true, he had to hold himself back as his eyes caught his loves again, but once focused on his son that wasn't hard to do at all. "Play some chess, then bed, yeah?" he said, looking from one child to the next and back again.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 8:35 pm

The children both agreed happily as they wiggled against their cleaning. "How about, playing chess, then bath time then we get you two to bed." She chuckled and hugged Dreama as the little girl snuggled to her during the washing of her hands and face. The sound of hiding in the bubbles again made the small girl giggle and clap her hands. "Yeah yeah!" Once they were done cleaning up the house elves had taken away all the deserts and so they got ready to follow Andrew to the other room with the chess board.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 8:45 pm

"I've got something you'll love." He smiled, especially at Cyrpus, and led them all to the den upstairs. He went to the large closet and pulled out a huge table. It was a chessboard, and on it he put a whole board of pieces, each of them about as big as Hagrid's mugs. "You just tell me where you want to go, and I'll order the pieces, or you two can fly and see the board from above" He smiled a proud smile. He knew they'd like it.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 8:48 pm

Praxis smiled as she helped Andrew set up the large board. Cyprus and Dreama were staring in awe and happiness. "Flying!" Dreama said, Cyprus nodding in agreement. The young boy flew over and pressed a pawns head to see what happened. Nothing did. He frowned and then accidentally pressed the place in front of it. As golden as if he had said it the piece moved forward. Praxis grinned. "Well look at that." She moved over to sit in a chair by the curtain covered window. The bit of sunset shining through the window hit her and lit up her skin in a healthy glow. She watched the children fly around and enjoy themselves with a smile all the while.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 9:23 pm

After a few moments Andrew settled in a large armchair. He grabbed her by the waste and pulled her down into his lap, wrapping his arms around her possessively. "I love you,' he said calmly as he smiled when Cyprus' knight took Dreama's pawn. "This was so I could practice for Quidditch and chess at the same time..." he said more to himself that her, remembering one of very few things that didn't suck about his childhood. Another of which was in his lap at the moment.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Tue Feb 01, 2011 9:30 pm

When she was pulled down Praxis couldn't help but gasp playfully and smile, chuckling slightly. "I love you too," she whispered as she relaxed into his hold, loving it all the same. Turning her head slightly, which she didn't have to do much of since she was facing the children, she watched the game. "I remember you telling me about it on the train one year..." she mumbled in a gentle reply as she crossed her legs and lifted them, letting them dangle over the arm of the chair.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Wed Feb 02, 2011 12:33 am

Andrew held her as if he would a large scale baby, gently and as if he were coddling her. Then again he supposed he did coddle her a lot, but what the hell, she deserved it. He smiled gently. "Yeah, it was a gift from mother, summer after our fourth year." He smiled a little, his thoughts roaming once again to his mother... A woman he knew was treated badly and a woman he hated watching die...

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Wed Feb 02, 2011 4:29 am

Praxis was reminded of the night they were in the common room when he first kissed her and they fell asleep in the chair. She nearly laughed but held it in. "She always got you the best stuff." Smiles as she looks over at the children. They keep flying around and playing, having fun as they swoop down to make a move. It was taking them a little longer but they were having fun none the less. Praxis looked back at Andrew and let her fingers trial his cheek and jawline. When he looked at her she smiled softly and kissed his forehead gently. "Don't fret on it Drew...as horrid as it is...at least now he can't hurt her any more..." She had a feeling he was thinking about his mother and, though she was getting better, Praxis wasn't the best with showing that many emotions besides being a smart ass, jealousy, and her love for him. That and after what happened with her family she couldn't really talk about families and deaths like this, it was an awkward thing. She was trying her best for him and her sad smile showed that.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Wed Feb 02, 2011 3:56 pm

"Wish I could have saved her." He finished the conversation with that comment not really wanting to talk about it either. He focused on the children for a while until finally someone won the game. Andrew stood from the chair, helping Praxis stand first, and clapped. "Good game, guys. Come on, bath time." Truthfully Andrew just wanted to find and kill his father, far far away from his family. he knew it was probably more likely they would get attacked here, and he began thinking about all of the places the children and Praxis could hide. Of course the basement was the best place, but he was going to try his best to head Desdemona's warning. Then a thought came to him.... the pool... And as he got the bath ready and the children were helped in, Andrew was calculating many things in his head, the same way he calculated all of his favorite jobs.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Wed Feb 02, 2011 4:57 pm

As the children got into the water Praxis started gathering bubbles in her hands and blowing them toward the children who were giggling and such. It was around then that a house elf came in and pulled Andrew away. Of course Praxis was interested in what was going on but she stayed with the children so they didn't get worried or left. The two pouted as he left but she played around with him for a little while.

The house elf handed Andrew a letter that had Desdemona's script on it. Once open the letter read in her quick, cold writing and seemed to be written in blood. In fact, if smelled it would smell like Ash's blood.
Andrew,
You need to return to the school and help Ash with something. If not, then send him a letter telling him where Micajah is and if he has Dominique Weasley.
-Desdemona

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Wed Feb 02, 2011 5:13 pm

Andrew let himself be tugged away, but not before giving Praxis an odd questioning look. He took the letter and sat down on the bed to read it. Right away he could smell that it was not ink, though he had to get closer to the parchment to smell who's blood it was. He shook the smell from his nose and read quickly. "Love, I've got to write a letter. I'll be in here if you need me." He gave her a quick kiss on the cheek before going back into the bedroom. The house elf gave him the supplies to write a return letter and he did. He then handed it to the elf and gave him orders to have it sent to Hogwarts immediately. "It better get there by morning or you're going to regret it." He said in a low, harsh tone. He closed the bedroom door again and went back to the bathroom as if nothing had happened and began playing with the kids again.

The letter read:

Ash,
At this current time I don't know where Micajah is... I wasn't aware he had your mates sister, but I'll do my best to find out. If he does, would you like me to get her back? Though keep in mind, she was promised to him and therefore technically his, I'm sure you know this being a Werewolf, but if things are not going smoothly, let me know. I'll do my best to get her back. Unfortunately I cannot risk leaving Praxis and the baby right now, I'm quite sure my father is on the hunt for us. If you happen to see him in passing and feel like killing something he's all yours. But I warn you he's not an easy foe. -Andrew
P.S. Can you send me another of your orbs in case anything happens, I feel very uneasy at the moment...

Andrew didn't want anything to happen to his loves, none of them. If he had to blow his cover by bringing Ash here, at least he would have an ally he could count on.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Wed Feb 02, 2011 5:20 pm

On the desk, by the owl, was another letter. This one from Micajah and it read;

Andrew,
I hope she will be willing. All the while I am tired with travel, though night will be soon and I will be off again. I am on the Isles not far from England and it's a wonderful place my friend. Some day I shall have to show you and yours this area, Its away from the Muggles and has such beautiful, spacious skies. It's a wonderful area that I am reluctant to leave, yet I must. Off I go, until we see each again. Should you need anything letter me.
-Micajah

Praxis smiled at him a bit as he came back and played with the children. After a while she went to get them clothes and towels, only then noticing the owl flapping it's wings. "You've got another letter love." She said as she came in with the bundle in her arms. "Go on, I can get them." She kissed his cheek before she went to the children and pulled them out of the water, wrapping them in the towels. She tried off Cyprus first and then handed him his pajamas. He got his pants on all by himself as she helped dry off Dreama and put her nightgown on. She helped him with his shirt and then gave both of them hugs and kisses before she helped them brush through their hair, brush their teeth, and get all set for bed.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Thu Feb 03, 2011 4:57 pm

Andrew smiled a little. He kissed her and thanked her, then he went back to the bedroom to read and respond to his letter. As he read he thought. He didn't want to ask Micajah if he had his promised bride with him, but he knew he owed it to the Weasleys, what with everything they'd tried to do to be friends and all. So, he tried his best to words things in a friendly manor with his long time brother.

Micajah,
Have you had a chance to see your promised? She goes to our school, you know... Her family's miserable, apparently she disappeared; my dear brother have you already claimed her? Do tell. -Andrew

He couldn't help smiling a little. He had little to no feelings of anything much toward the Weasleys, but remembering the way he and Micajah used to be made him grin a little. He remembered the past well, and sometimes even missed certain aspects of it. He shook it all away and straightened up the bed after he handed the letter to the owl.

Subject: Re: Higgins Mannor Thu Feb 03, 2011 7:05 pm

Once the children were ready Praxis ushered them into bed. She smiled as she tucked them in, kissing each one and giving them plenty of hugs. "Momma, eh eh!" Dreama had her arms out for her to come and lay down but Praxis just gave her a hug. "You rest for now sweety, mommy will come lay down with you guys in a little bit." She gave them each another kiss and hug before turning and smiling at Andrew. Slipping over to the corner of the room, she pulled out something to wear from the bag, a more comfortable dress really, and just held it as she watched the children cuddle together and slowly fall asleep. At one point she slipped into the bathroom and ran another bath before going back to see the two already asleep. "They're so cute." She grinned and kissed his cheek as she slipped under his arm.

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