Valentine's Party!

[JONATHAN JAMES TOWNSEND]

Johnny had skipped dinner to head straight to the room of requirement. His party was starting in an hour and he needed to make sure everything was set up perfectly for his guests - which basically consisted of practically every student in the castle who wanted to show up. The room was just how he wanted it, since that was the job of the room of requirement, to appear how a person wanted it to, to suit their needs. Johnny's needs were pretty vast, and the room had risen to the occasion. Suited up in black pants, and a crisp black shirt, he surveyed the room with a smirk.

It was huge, big enough for at least a couple of hundred guests, and extravagant food tables lined the walls, with every kind of delicacy you could want at such an event, magical and muggle food alike. The drinks may or may not have been enhanced with mild doses of alcohol - if anyone asked him, he'd deny it 'til he was blue in the face - and sparkling lights lit the place up just enough to create the perfect atmosphere. Of course, it was Valentine's Day, so there had to be a theme to the place, but it wasn't tacky. Johnny didn't do tacky. Instead, the walls and floor were decorated in a rich, deep red hue, and expensive-looking velvet couches scattered about the room. The dance floor was heart-shaped, enchanted to sparkle wherever feet pressed on it, and pink and red candles subtly floated above the scene.

His guests were due to start arriving at seven o'clock, which meant he had ten minutes to get comfortable and prepare himself for playing the charming host all night. He also prayed to any deity in existence that nobody had been foolish enough to let slip about his little shindig to any adults. He would hate to have to talk his way out of something like this. Deciding those kinds of thoughts would only ruin his fun, he pulled out his wand and gave it a flick, causing music to thump from the walls themselves. He didn't have a date for the night, but Johnny had a feeling it was going to be a good one, solo or not. Grinning to himself, he stepped onto the dance floor, magic sparks flying under his feet as he busted out a few slick moves on his way to the drinks table.

[PARIS AMORTENTIA ROSE]

Whether the teachers knew it or not did not make a difference, the simple fact was there was always a lot going on at Hogwarts, always a party to be going to or a group to be hanging out with after curfew. Sometimes you got caught and sometimes that was half the fun! Of course the more people you invited the more danger there was of a Professor or other adult catching on but Paris didn't care, if they had to run for it at the end then it would be worth it! A big thrill at the end was always a fantastic way to end the party because everyone left on a high with a sense of excitement!

Paris wasn't one for over dressing, she was more of a tomboy and enjoyed just hanging out but a dress and heels every now and then made her feel girly and she secretly enjoyed it though heels were a whole different matter, they were tricky and awkward and hurt her feet just squeezing into them let alone standing in the bloody things so she opted for something pretty, flat but with a bit of her regular style so as not to have everyone confuse her for a girly sort.

Making her way up to the room of requirements was easy, nearly everyone was at dinner or in their common rooms or dorms, getting ready for tonight, she hoped to Merlin that this wasn't some huge prank about to be played on her though she'd probably deserve it what with all the pranks she'd pulled on people over the years but it was all in the name of good fun and to annoy those that deserved annoying.

Opening the door she stepped on into the room. It looked very classy though completely empty apart from Jonny. Paris didn't really know the guy all that well, she was couple of years younger but hey, he was host of this thing tonight and it wouldn't be long until the whole place was bustling. The girls in her dorm couldn't be far behind and the boys would be here soon thinking this a great opportunity to chat up some girls, though Paris promised herself she would not get involved in flirting because mainly she had little idea how to do it, who in the heck would flirt with her anyway?

"Very nice." She commented with a grin, looking about as she walked into the room. She noticed the shape of the dance floor and snorted a little to herself. "Ha, very cute." She said, more to herself as she continued to survey the room and walked to the dance floor as it just seemed to be calling out to be walked on and the second she stepped onto her grin grew wider and she actually laughed a little out loud. "Wow! This is fabulous!" She said and she did a spin, the feeling of the hem of her skirt against her legs felt funny and slightly tickly. The night was going to be fun, providing everyone kept their big mouths shut and no teachers gate-crashed early.

[VERONIKEIA IOLITE DOLOHOV]

Veronikeia Dolohov was a changed person. She'd always been a little bit mean and a little bit snobby but that was just the way she'd been raised. She'd had some pure blooded parents that that had wanted all their children to realise the importance of having pure blood and how important it was not to associate with anyone of lesser blood, of course it was a lot hard to do in in this day and age what with Slytherin house being home to more half bloods and muggle borns than ever. On occasion Ronni had talked to members of other blood classes and found them to be surprisingly normal but she couldn't be thinking that, she wasn't allowed.

She'd grown up with low self esteem, her siblings always having teased her for having a big nose and looking ugly but then, one day, she was asked out by a boy, someone that was pure blooded yes, but kind and considerate of all types of people. She hadn't been able to believe it, she took a good long look at herself in the mirror that night and truly observed herself, every little detail, and the result? Pretty much what she is today. Colours entered her life and she changed for the better, she wasn't afraid to talk to half bloods and muggle borns, apologised to them and others she'd been rude to, she felt better within herself and as such stopped treating the world like an enemy, like dirt.

Opening the door to the valentines dance she was full of confidence, she wore a colourful dress and enjoyed being seen rather than blending into the background like she used to, however when she stepped inside of the room of requirements she saw only two people, two people she'd rather hoped to avoid, despite one of them being the host.

Ronni knew that others would soon be along and hopefully there would be someone she could talk to, maybe even dance with though she didn't get her hopes up, everyone seemed to have avoided her like the plague at the Christmas dance so why should here be any different? Well it didn't matter, if she didn't put her bright, colourful self out there then she wasn't going to make amends and enjoy the world.

Closing the door behind her she looked from Paris to Jonny and then to a corner table. She quietly walked across towards it and sat herself down on a chair. The room looked beautiful and she couldn't wait for more people to arrive because right now she felt a little awkward. Jonny disliked her and she hadn't exactly been polite to him in her first five years of Hogwarts and Paris, all though younger, had been a little pain in the arse when Ronni had been rude to people, always standing up to her had annoyed Ronni but now she could sort of see why Paris had done it and Ronni was completely willing to admit that she had absolutely been in the complete wrong.

[MEDUSA LILLITH BLOODKISS]

For Meddy Valentines had always been one of those holidays she had never really bothered with. Mostly it was because she had never had anyone to call her own before now and partly because she had seen the relationship her parents had for one another and because of the relationship that was supposed to have happened between herself and William Goyle. Thanks to her behavior at the New Year party she was no longer 'engaged' to the other student and as such was under no obligation to send the old customary gift to him like she had every other year.

The best thing about this year however was that she actually had someone to spend it with and with that thought in mind had chosen her outfit to suit the occasion. It wasn't often she really dressed up but this was a special occasion and besides, Cole was more than worth the effort! Fixing her lipstick and hair she spun slightly before the mirror, grinning to herself before running out of the room. She had told Cole to meet her at the room of requirement since she had wanted to surprise him and since it was also her turn to do the prefect rounds she had no choice but to do a quick sweep over the corridors although of course half the student body would be out of bounds by now! However, no one said she couldn't stretch the truth ever so slightly...she specifically chose to go down corridors she doubted would have anyone down them.

She had been right and her duties took only a half hour before she was free to head to the party. Skipping slightly as she did so Meddy couldn't help the big smile that crossed over her lips. Despite everything these last few months she felt truly free to do and act as she wanted! Poking her head around the corner as she came to her destination she looked one way and then the other, checking that everything was clear before running quickly over to the door and slipped inside.

"Oh wow," Wide eyes took in the room as she wandered further inside, "This place is amazing!" She giggled slightly as she stepped onto the dance floor, watching as the sparkles appeared around her feet. "You have really outdone yourself." She told Johnny with a wave before heading over to the food tables so she could get a drink.

"Hey guys," She gave a little finger waggle in the direction of the rest of the girls before grabbing a cup and taking a sip of it. She hoped Cole would hurry up...she wanted to party and enjoy herself!

[JOSHUA ORION HALLIWELL]

Johnny's invitation came as no surprise to Josh. Johnny's parties were legendary and anyone who's ever attended one will testify to this, that's if they can remember anything the next day. Josh fist-pumped the air.

They were close friends and had been through many adventures together, some great, some not so great, but all were always a good idea at the time. Josh smiled to himself, he knew Johnny would pull out all the stops and this party was one not to miss.

Josh sang a Killers song while he showered,"I got soul but I'm not a soldier, I got soul but I'm not a soldier." He decided to dress smart-casual, he put on some dark jeans and a deep red shirt, his new black leather shoes would be the smart touch to his outfit. His jet black hair was almost dry so he mussed it up a bit, he checked himself in the mirror, gave himself a cheeky wink and proceeded to the party.

Josh loved parties, they were an opportunity to get to know the fun side of people, everyone could relax and be themselves and let off some steam. He had made some great friends at Hogwarts and he valued each and every one of them for their different qualities. He and Johnny were like brothers, their friendship was unconditional.

As Josh entered the room of requirement he stopped in his tracks and took in the amazing sight, Johnny had done an amazing job on the room, the huge heart shaped dance floor was fantastic, there were rich red velvet sofas and romantic candles, it was unmistakably a Valentines Party.

Johnny was at the drinks, no surprise there, he was all in black and Josh shouted over the thumping music "Hey Johnny, awesome job dude." Josh danced across the room and they did their usual brotherly hand grab and shoulder bump greeting. Josh grabbed a drink, he knew this drink would not be normal , but he drank it anyway, he would probably wake up with a screaming hang-over in the morning, he knew Johnny too well.

Josh stood beside Johnny, drink in hand, surveying the room. The girls were looking fine and having fun checking out the dance floor which just happened to sparkle when they stood on it. The music was pumping and Josh couldn't help but to bounce a little, he'd be up on the dance floor most of the night, it was his thing, dancing. Most guys felt shy or awkward on the dance floor, not Josh, he's infamous for his dancing.

[JONATHAN JAMES TOWNSEND]

The first person to arrive, to Johnny's surprise, was a fifth year. She was a beautiful girl, gorgeous red hair, lovely face, far too young for him. Damn. If Paris was a few years older he'd definitely have flirted with her a time or two. Alas, he entered gentleman mode and plucked a drink from the table, sliding across the floor dramatically and skidding to a halt in front of her. "Paris, you look beautiful tonight," he gave her a charming smile and held the drink out to her as Veronikeia Dolohov crept into the room and thought she could get away with slinking off to the corner on her own. "Have a drink and make yourself at home," he told Paris, bowing his head politely before spinning away back to the drinks table.

Grabbing another cup, he sauntered up to Ronni with a smirk on his face. "No hiding in the corner at one of my parties, Dolohov," he announced, setting the drink on the table beside her. It was no secret that things between the two were tense. Ronni had been a right cow most of her life, and the things she had said to Johnny over the years were unforgivable. Still, he would never be rude. She had apparently turned over a new leaf, but Johnny didn't believe a leopard could change it's spots that easily. He couldn't help but be guarded and suspicious whenever she was around. "You should get yourself in a colourful mood to match your lovely outfit," he told her, inclining his head toward the drink with a subtle nod.

He wasn't too keen on hanging around with Dolohov for too long, so he politely backed away, noticing Meddy Bloodkiss over by the refreshments. He hadn't seen her come in. "Good girl, Bloodkiss!" he crowed, coming up beside her where she was helping herself to a drink. "Someone needs to show people how to help themselves," he winked at her, glancing at her dress. "You look ravishing. Blackthorne will be pleased." With a wicked grin - it was obvious what he was hinting at - he turned again at the sound of his name. His best friend Josh danced across the room toward him, and Johnny shook his head. You could always trust Halliwell to be the life and soul of the party, unlike his snobbish, cold fish of a cousin.

"Josh," he greeted, seamlessly going into their usual greeting, which involved hand clasping and shoulder bumping, and great coordination to make it look so casual. "How did I know you'd be one of the first here," he murmured, grabbing a drink of his own and turning to lean against the table. Josh was ready to dance already, by the look of it, legs bouncing to the music. "You should have brought your guitar to serenade the ladies," Johnny joked, eyes floating over the girls in the room. "You can't be single forever." He was teasing, Josh had no issues with girls, but if you couldn't wind your best friend up on Valentine's Day, then what was the world coming to?

[PARIS AMORTENTIA ROSE]

Paris watched as Johnny slid the drink to her across the dance floor. She picked it up with a grin and tilted her glass towards Johnny, wondering if this had alcohol in it and if so she wondered just how much alcohol she could handle, she'd never pushed herself before and probably wouldn't tonight but one day she wanted to find out. Maybe a little reckless but she was young and she'd bounce back and besides it was all in the name of fun!

Taking a sip she could taste the alcohol in the drink but it wasn't too bad, barely noticeable, it just made the drink a little off, just slightly bitter. She took another sip and looked about the room at the new entrants to the party and smiled at each in turn, forming her own opinions about each of them as she checked them over. Dolohov, just who did she think she was kidding? Just how long did she think she could keep up this all new, so bright persona? Bloodkiss, was she really as nice as she seemed? And was that eyeliner around her lips? probably not but it looked it. Still Paris waved to her anyway and carried on with what she was doing. Paris was suspicious of most people but then again she had reason to be, the people that she was supposed to love and rely upon, her parents, were just pure evil that tortured her every summer despite them seeming completely normal. Paris had learnt to accept the fact that not everyone was what they seemed.

Turning about on the dance floor Paris took another sip of her drink, watched the sparks fly up and noticed Halliwell enter the room, he was cute, Paris didn't crush on many guys and usually based guys on personalities as she really wasn't the dating or hooking up with type but Josh was cute and a Gryffindor to boot so that was a total plus to annoy the hell out of her parents, though he was a seventh year and she a fifth so she very much doubted he'd even notice her despite the sparks beneath her feet, still, noticed or not she would have a good time tonight and couldn't wait for this party to get really started, and to help it along? Well she knocked back the rest of the drink as she danced about on the dance floor with an empty glass she had every intension of filling up just as soon as the song ended, her mind shut off to any sort of negativity that would come her way and just danced.

[VERONIKEIA IOLITE DOLOHOV]

Ronni was glad to be at the party and not shunned out. She'd not been the most popular person about the school in her old life but she'd been more popular then than she was now. She'd lost almost all of her old friends and made few new ones. Not that it mattered really, she just needed to continue on with the way she was now and what made her happy and she'd have more friends in no time, she was nearly finished with school and as such would make friends in whatever career she took on for she'd be starting at a place where no one knew her, she could attract new friends that didn't know a thing about her with her colourful personality.

Ronni was surprised when Johnny made his way over to her, he set a drink on the table beside her and she couldn't help but think that it was very pureblood of him to do what he'd done. She was someone he disliked and distrusted yet he invited her to his party, offered a fake yet very polite welcoming and even a drink. It reminded her of all the pure blooded parties she'd been to in her life, she'd grown up listening to her parents moan about other families, comparing children and homes, staff and jobs and then when greeted at the door, everyone would be so nice to one another it was sickening. This was how she felt right now as she looked to the drink and Johnny sped off after an insult buried within compliment.

Veronikeia looked about at the new entrants to the room. Medusa Bloodkiss and Joshua Halliwell. Both were nice people and she was sure neither would really be keen on getting involved with her just yet. Maybe after a few more drinks some of them might get a little friendlier with her and actually get involved in a conversation. She decided it was best to let people settle into the party first before she attempted to make new friends.

[JOSHUA ORION HALLIWELL]

Josh looked on as Johnny tended to the girls refreshments, except for Meddy Bloodkiss, she was straight up to the drinks and helped herself, "Good girl Bloodkiss" Johnny praised. Paris was looking particularly fine, she was dancing and twirling around on the dance floor looking like she was lost in the music. She was a hot redhead and Josh would have definitely flirted with her, but she was a fifth year, it certainly wouldn't do any harm dancing with her though.

It was weird seeing Johnny being charming to Dolohov, she usually treated him like dirt, maybe she was trying to make an effort to be nicer to him, everyone deserved a second chance, didn't they?

The girls were getting into the party spirit, Josh wondered if it was the alcohol in Johnny's special refreshments taking effect already. He downed his drink and smiled as he helped himself to another, there was a kind of punch to the beverage that gave Josh a warm feeling. Josh was still bouncing to the music, he smiled and nodded to the girls in turn, he wondered if he should just go with the flow and join Paris on the dance floor.

"How did I know you'd be one of the first to arrive," Johnny murmured. Josh laughed knowing that his best friend knew him too well. "You know me bro, I love a good party and you seem to have the uncanny knack of throwing the best ones."

Josh knew that he'd end up playing guitar and singing at some point during the night, it was expected. The room of requirement provided everything so Josh saw no need to carry his own guitar to the party. Johnny joked about Josh serenading the ladies and not being single forever. Josh had no issues with girls, in fact he had excellent relationships with them all. He was always fun to be around and was kind, caring and a strong shoulder to cry on when necessary.

The urge to get on the dance floor was overpowering, Josh bounced his way onto the dance floor, his head filled with the thumping music. He headed over towards Paris, "Hey Paris, mind if I join you?

[PARIS AMORTENTIA ROSE]

Paris was happy dancing alone. The room was filling up with people she didn't really know that well but it was okay, she didn't need to know them, she was friendly enough to make herself some new friends tonight, or perhaps a couple of enemies with a prank or two but that wasn't on the cards right now. At the moment she wanted to have a dance, have a few more drinks and see what she felt like after. Who knew, maybe she'd feel like more dancing or introducing herself to some new people she'd never taken the time to get to know.

A new song started and as it did Paris turned about, looking at the drink's table as sparks flied under her feet. She could do with another drink but this song was so catchy! She decided to stay and as she danced about she saw Josh heading to the dance floor. Her heart may have skipped a slight beat as she noticed he was heading in her direction. She didn't really know him all that well but what did she need to know really? He was a Gryffindor, seventh year and totally handsome. There were few guys that Paris liked liked and Josh was definitely one of them. He had the most amazing smile she'd ever seen and was the only guy she had ever crushed on based only on looks but she wasn't likely to tell a soul about her crush because she hated of people thinking of her as a girly girl, though the dress kind of put her in that category a little.

Josh spoke and Paris shrugged her shoulders with a small smile. "Be my guest. I only have one rule. You have to promise to have fun." Paris grinned and did a spin and a quarter, her free hand in the air. Sparks of every colour kicked up all around her as she spun and when she stopped just a couple of light ones jumped at her feet as she kept moving, getting into the rhythm of the beat. She lowered her hand and started dancing again, she rarely got nervous and tonight was not a night for nerves so Paris carried on dancing only now she had a little company.

[WINTER HONEYSUCKLE RAYNE]

Winter was not a girl for missing a party. there were many guys to be gawked at and songs to be danced to and seeing as this was a party away from the prying eyes of staff she guessed there would also be alcohol to knock back. Tonight was going to be an exceptionally fun night and perhaps she'd even get a kiss or two seeing as it was Valentines.

She was already to party and so made her way to the very well known room of requirements. It was no longer a secret where this room was or how to access it but that didn't matter, it was a good room that came in handy for students a lot of the time and exploring Hogwarts was always a fun task on a dull, rainy day with nothing to do.

Winter let herself in to the room of requirements and was pleasantly surprised at how great it looked, though the room could decorate itself so she shouldn't have been that surprised still it was a beautiful sight but the room looked as though it could use more people and she was here, willing to be an extra person and to help drink all that drink!

Spotting Meddy stood alone by the drink and food Winter headed on over with a wave and a grin to Johnny as she passed. "Hey Meddy!" She grinned "No Cole yet?" She asked quirking a brow as she unzipped her jacket and took it off, hanging it over her arm. She was going to be up and socialising so a chair near the dance floor wasn't a necessity for her but one in a corner where she could put her jacket and bag would be useful. She gently straightened her jacket a little over her arm to stop it from creasing, she wouldn't have brought it but she'd needed it through the corridors because really no one was supposed to be about and old castle didn't really hold any sort of heat, not that it was warm in the middle of February in Scotland.

[NEVE MELODIE TAYLOR]

Her hair was curled, and tumbled down around her shoulders as Neve trotted through the castle. She had a cloak on to disguise her outfit, since walking around so dressed up was bound to draw attention from a Professor and get her and Johnny in trouble. Luckily she wasn't a careless person, and she cared enough about her friends to go to certain lengths to protect them. Her shoes still made more noise than she would have liked on the stone floor, but she was on the seventh floor now, so it didn't matter too much. Her legs were bare, and she shivered a little at the chilly breezes creeping in through the old castle as she paced back and forth across from old Barnabas the Barmy, and the door to the Room of Requirement opened in front of her.

A grin spreading across her pretty face, Neve quickly pushed the door open and squished through it, shutting it quietly behind her and turning to face the room. Her doe eyes widened in awe. It was pretty impressive! Johnny was always a classy guy, but he had outdone himself, and Neve's gaze was pulled immediately to the dance floor, which was glittering about under the feet of dancers. She recognised a few friends already bopping away and she smiled, eyes sparkling with glee as she crossed the room to find Johnny. He was over by the refreshment table, and she wrapped her arms around his neck in a tight hug. "Johnny, this place looks brilliant!" she gushed, letting him go and removing her cloak, allowing him to check out her dress, which she had fallen in love with on her last Hogsmeade weekend.

"You look stunning, Neve," he told her, giving her one of his usual charmingly sexy smirks, and she smirked back. "Thank you hot stuff. You scrub up well yourself." Johnny was flirtatious, but she knew he was a gentleman at heart, and took the drink he offered, knowing full well it would have more kick than one might expect. Taking a sip, she raised her brows at her friend, choosing not to ask him what was in it. It might be best to stay oblivious, since she wasn't really big on drinking in general. Ignorance was bliss sometimes. "I'm gonna go and mingle," she called to him over the music, shoulders shimmying to the music as she strutted away from Johnny and toward a section of empty tables. She tucked her cloak and bag under a table in the corner and surveyed the room, hoping for a friend to talk to.

[ZELLA HARRIET MOON]

From the dungeon's to the seventh floor was quite a journey and it was hard not getting caught. Zella suspected that the teachers were suspicious as she'd passed quite a few of them on her way up to the seventh floor. A couple of the prefects on duty had helped hide her away in the broom closets and empty classrooms. Hopefully Zella would be seeing the helpful prefects a bit later tonight and would be able to thank them and hang out properly.

Zella was at the entrance to the party room and she let herself in as she was completely alone, but not for long. The room looked amazing and she grinned at the site of a couple of Gryffindor's dancing on the dance floor. It looked beautiful and colourful and the girls all looked stunning. Zella absolutely adored Neve's dress as she watched her walk away from Johnny, she looked angelic, and Meddy's dress was to die for! Veronikeia stood out a mile in all her razzle-dazzle and pale purple hair. The boys looked great too but that was no surprise, these days it almost seemed like the guys put more effort into how they looked than the girls. Johnny looked spiffing in his black trousers and black shirt and Josh looked handsome with his red shirt out on the dance floor with Paris in an adorable dress.

Zella adored the gentle sparkling lights around the room more than any other decoration, the heart-shaped dance floor was amazing, especially with the sparks and the candles over head but lights were Zella's favourite, they reminded her of her room at home. It was black, floor to ceiling and lit only with white fairy lights that she could set to twinkle. Sometimes she even made a patronus to light it up a bit more and to keep her company, it was the perfect companion and matched the room.

Zella slid around the side of the room and headed towards Johnny. The drinks and food tables were first on Zella's list and maybe a little company. She'd arranged a date but he wasn't here yet and she wasn't overly certain that he'd show because she'd never really ever talked to him before and she wasn't exactly sure what his name was so if he did show it was going to make for an interesting date.

"Mister Townsend, what a marvellous room. You've out done yourself, sir." Zella still had her cloak about her and didn't plan on removing it until after she'd had a drink, it had stain resistant spell on it but Zella hadn't tested it out yet. She poured herself a purpley looking drink and could smell the alcohol as she raised the glass to her lips. She turned from the table and looked out at the room at all the different people as she took a sip. There was an interesting mix of people about the room but no Ravenclaw's that Zella could see but it was early, they'd come.

[NARCISSUS AMERALD ALEKSIJEVIC]

Narcissus arrived at the party. Things could now officially get started. The walk up had been uneventful, he'd not run into anyone and he took that as a big ol' wink from lady luck herself. Ladies loved themselves a bit of Narcissus A. Aleksijevic and he was more than willing to show them what they were missing, providing they were cute, the ugly ones he couldn't care less about because they weren't worth his time.

Upon scoping out the room he spotted a beautiful girl in his own house of Hufflepuff. She wore a slightly off white dress and looked stunning. Neve was in the same year as Narc and he'd not, as of yet, tried wooing her into a quick pash in the corner. She was hot, there was no doubt about it and he wondered if she'd been told just how amazing she looked tonight.

Watching the semi-walking semi-dancing girl Narc stepped to the side incase anyone else walked in, he couldn't risk getting hit with the door and bruising his perfectly tanned skin. neve came to a stop and put her things down and that was Narcissus' cue.

Making a beeline for Neve he stopped when he got to her. He bowed before her nice a low to show respect and offered his hand to take hers. "M'lady, you're quite the vision this evening, might I interest you in a dance?" Narcissus had been rejected in the past and most women believed that it would hurt his feelings or damage his ego but what they didn't understand was that a little knock to Narcissus' ego was nothing. His ego was large and covered in tonnes of bubble wrap, it would take a wrecking ball to even make a slight dent to this guys ego. Any sort of rejection was because the girl clearly was jealous of his good looks, it was a shame that so many of them were jealous of him but he couldn't help just how amazingly good looking he was.

[KILLIAN ABRAXAS VAILE]

Killian was suited and booted in the Ravenclaw common room, and only had one floor to travel to reach Johnny Townsend's secret party. He combed his hair back, then decided it looked better natural, so shook it out to it's usual long, silky state. His dark jeans were smart enough, along with a royal blue shirt and highly polished shoes. It was no ball, after all, and things might get messy, so getting too dressed up would be a mistake, since Killian was kind of known for being the life of the party. Rich and charming as he was, he enjoyed getting a bit messy and being a daredevil when it suited him. The problem was, some punk arsed kid had thought it would be hilarious to hit him with a paralysing spell in the bathroom, so he now had a bump on the back of his head where he had hit it on the wall, falling, and had lost an hour. Considering he was meant to be escorting his friend Molly to the party, he was probably in trouble. After running to the Fat Lady where he was meant to meet the red head, a few students had said they'd seen her waiting, but she'd left after a while. Great. He would find her at the party and apologize, he was sure she'd forgive him one he explained he'd been on the wrong end of a bad prank. He still couldn't believe he'd let such a thing happen to him.

With the right thought in his head, the door to the Room of Requirement appeared, and he pulled it open, entering a noisy, glittering room that he had to pause to admire. It had Townsend written all over it. Luckily, Killian didn't like tacky either, so he approved. "The party has arrived!" he crowed at the top of his lungs, dancing already as the door closed behind him, sealing them off from the rest of the castle and prying eyes and ears. Killian could hold his own with the best on the dance floor, and he was soon grooving alongside his friend Josh, not even needing to say hello. Josh had bagged himself a young admirer to have fun with, and Killian grinned, moving next to the young Gryffindor and grabbing hold of her hand, spinning her around and letting go to send her sailing into Josh's arms. He winked cheekily at his friend. "As you were," he muttered to Josh as he danced past and found himself heading straight for the delicious backside of one Winter Rayne. Killian stopped just behind Winter and Meddy Bloodkiss, leaning in to kiss each girl on the cheek, and lingering much too long on Winter's.

"Looking lovely tonight, ladies," he complimented, aqua eyes alight as he surveyed their outfits. Meddy had a boyfriend, but Winter was someone Killian had sort of a crush on. Well, to call it a crush was generous. She was someone he enjoyed flirting with greatly. And someone who would flirt back with him in the same shameless manner. She was fun, which Killian liked. He reached across to the table and poured himself a large drink of orange stuff. He hadn't a clue what it was, but he took a huge gulp anyway, feeling it burn at the back of his throat. "Woo, Johnny boy has spiked the drinks," he announced, guzzling down some more in the name of fun. "Are you girls having a good time?" His eyes scanned the room for signs of Molly, but there were too many people crowded in at this point to have a hope of finding her without doing a thorough search. "Anyone seen Molly Weasley about, by any chance?" he asked, hoping she wasn't too angry with him for leaving her waiting.