Snake's Burrow/Archive 2

Hale and Max

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 14:27, April 4, 2018 (UTC) Once they finally made it back to the burrow, Hale helped Max to sit down and relax some. "Don't move while I go get you the meds," He instructed Max. Not wanting him to damage his body anymore than it already was. Hale then left, heading to the back of the burrow to dig around for the medication. It took him a bit to find some that would work for Max, before returning with the small orange container. "Good thing I kept these, muggles sure now how to create medication." He said before sitting down next to Max, popping open the container and handing it to him with a small glass of water. "Take two pills every morning and night with water, okay?"

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 16:26, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He nodded, relaxing into the cushions and taking the pills gratefully, swallowing them down with the water. “Okay...” Max murmured, slowly removing the jacket and his shirt again to try and keep the amount of pain from the injuries down.

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 16:30, April 4, 2018 (UTC) "Whenever you feel up to it, we can start to tend to those injuries of yours." Hale told Max, "But I have to warn you it isn't going to feel that great. We need to get the infection out, first of all, clean them out of puss and icky stuff before we can actually start to treat them."

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 16:36, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He took a stabilizing breath before nodding, turning himself slightly to the side and lowering himself into a paying position on his stomach, pillowing his head on his hands. “L-Let’s do it.”

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 16:40, April 4, 2018 (UTC) Hale grabbed the little first aid kit that he had brought when he got the meds. He handed Max a small cloth, "If you need to bite down on something," He told him before getting out the alcohol swabs and pulling out his pocket knife. "I'll start with the worst infection first, which seems to be the one going right across the center of your back." He informed Max, before he started working on cleaning out the infection which wasn't pretty at all. Puss and liquid oozed out as Hale worked on it.

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 16:44, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He groaned, biting down on the cloth at the pain. Max was staying as still as he could, spotting in his peripheral vision the faint gleam of metal. “W-Why’s your knife out?” Max asked, muffled by his position at the moment.

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 16:46, April 4, 2018 (UTC) "Some of your injuries have started to heal over the infection, I need to make a cut so I can get down to the infected tissue and clean it out." He explained as he continued to work. When he finished with the major cut he made sure to wipe the alcohol swab on it before bandaging it up. "Alright I'm starting on the next one, this shouldn't be so bad." He told Max, and got to work doing the same thing.

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 16:54, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He groaned again, trying to remain still, burying his face into his arms. “Okay, so I was an idiot.” Max hissed, glancing behind him to watch Hale through his peripheral vision. The alcohol swab made him curse loudly, groaning.

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 16:57, April 4, 2018 (UTC) "Yeah you were, big time," He agreed with Max's statement and continued to work. It seemed like forever before Hale finally finished cleaning all the infected cuts. "That should do it," He told Max and let out a breath, "You wanna see how bad it was?" He asked Max. Hale had two towels that were soaked with fluid and puss.

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 17:02, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He shook his head. “Just the pain and length of time it took said everything.” Max slowly pushed himself up, leaning against the cushions and Hale, rubbing his eyes to peer up at the older man. “Thank you, Hale.”

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 17:04, April 4, 2018 (UTC) "Anytime kid, just don't let it get this bad again alright?" He told Max and ruffled his hair a little, before starting put everything away and clean up. "You're tough, I'll give you that. But just because you're tough doesn't mean you still can't be stupid, and this was pretty stupid of a thing to hide." He told him, glancing at him. "You could have died,"

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 17:14, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He nodded carefully. “Got it.” A sudden thought crossed his mind and he watched Hale intensely. “Uh, I have a request for you, Hale, if you’d be okay with it.”

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 17:19, April 4, 2018 (UTC) "Sure kid, what is it?" He questioned as he closed the first aid kit and leaned back into the couch, waiting to hear the request.

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 17:22, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He sighed, before continuing. “Seeing that Stephen’s dead and no one knows where my mother is, and that I’m underage... Would you be okay with taking guardianship until I’m of age?” Max asked, twisting his hands together out of nervousness, watching Hale for his response and reactions.

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 18:09, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He was quiet for a moment as he looked at Max. “Well, I’m flattered that you want that. But are you sure I’m the right person?” He asked, “I’m not exactly the best role model kid, I’m just making sure this is what you want.”

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 18:17, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He nodded. "If it wasn't you, I'd ask Artemisia, but I don't want to put her in a complicated spot between me and the serpents." Max explained, watching Hale closely, not moving from his position on the couch.

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 18:45, April 4, 2018 (UTC) Hale chuckled low at the mentioned of Artemisia being his guardian. “She wouldn’t be the best guardian, I’ll tell you that.” He said and shrugged, “I guess I can be your guardian, but I’ll have to warn you I’m not the best.”

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 19:27, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He smiled hesitantly, nodding. "Thank you, Hale." Max sighed, standing slowly and taking a step towards Hale. "So... how is this gonna change our relationship?"

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 20:05, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He shrugged once more at the question, "Honestly? I'm not too sure. I won't give you any special treatment though, especially during initiation." He told Max, "But I'll look out for you more, that's for sure. If you get into trouble, come talk to me. Other than that, I'm not sure it'll affect it too much."

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 20:14, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He threw his head back in loud laughter. “I don’t want any special treatment, especially during initiation.” Max seemed happier, eyes bright with energy. “I’ll take whatever you throw at me.” He said with a smile, rocking back and forth on his heels.

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 20:17, April 4, 2018 (UTC) Hale just grinned and nodded a little, glad that Max didn't seem so closed off like he usually did. "Well-" Hale stood up, stretching a little. "I"m going to get something to eat, if you're hungry you're welcome to join me. Or you can stay here and take a nap," He told Max.

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 20:27, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He shrugged. “I can eat, sure.” Max remarked happily, expression lighting up and appearing more open now.

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 20:30, April 4, 2018 (UTC) “Good,” he patted Max on the shoulder, making sure not to touch anywhere that the cuts were. “Anything particular you wanna eat? I’m okay with whatever, I’m not that picky.”

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 20:48, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He shrugged. “I’m fine with whatever you want. I still need to make up for the days without food.” Max said, leaning his head on Hale’s hand instinctively, relaxing. “Will you tell Artemisia about the guardianship?”

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 20:52, April 4, 2018 (UTC) “We can Head to the retro then, I like their burgers.” He said more to himself than to Max, before nodding. “I will, and if she doesn’t approve of it then tough luck.”

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 20:57, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He nodded, good with that before a snicker broke from his throat. “I don’t think she’ll disapprove of it. It was either you or her taking guardianship or being put in the orphanage.” Max said, flashing his eyes upwards.

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 21:07, April 4, 2018 (UTC) “Well I know one thing and it’s that she wouldn’t have accepted to be your guardian. And I don’t think going to the orphanage would have been that great either.” He said in all honesty. “The only teenager I think she likes is Leo, one because he’s her nephew and two, he’s the heir.”

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 21:13, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He nodded. “Though she doesn’t do a good job of showing it... she was the one who rescued me and kept an eye on me until I could walk.”

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 21:44, April 4, 2018 (UTC) “Well she isn’t cold hearted, she doesn’t want to see anyone die who doesn’t deserve it.” He told Max. “She wears a tough skin, almost like diamond. No one can see or get past it, but she does have somewhat of a heart underneath it all.”

Maximus Carlisle-Vaughn - Serpent Member ♠ Fifth Year Slytherin - "The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us; but those who win battles we know nothing about." Message Me - 22:50, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He snorted. "That's accurate." His stomach growled all of a sudden, making him give a sheepish look towards Hale. "Could we get food? Please?"

Hale Vaughn - Womanizer • Serpents • - “Everyone has their demons.” Message Me - 22:51, April 4, 2018 (UTC) He just chuckled a little at that and nodded, “Sure thing, let’s go.” OOC: Are we going to move to The Retro?

Dom and Cae

Dominic Lyon-Hawtrey - Ravenclaw, first year -“Snitches are the best. The key is to always send them handwritten thank-you notes.” Message Me – Find Me {{{1}}}

Caelia Avery - sixth year ◦ slytherin ◦ serpent ◦ wannabe immortal - "If 'the pen is mightier than the sword.' Then how did we get here, my God?" Message Me - 16:34, March 26, 2018 (UTC) Spotting Dom by the water's edge from the inside of the Burrow, Cae heads down to sit alongside him, recognising the drug-induced state and wishing she'd thought of such a thing herself. Instead, she pulls a box of cigarettes from the pocket of her Serpent jacket and lights one. It seems to calm her. "Hey."

Dominic Lyon-Hawtrey - Ravenclaw, first year -“Snitches are the best. The key is to always send them handwritten thank-you notes.” Message Me – Find Me {{{1}}}

Caelia Avery - sixth year ◦ slytherin ◦ serpent ◦ wannabe immortal - "If 'the pen is mightier than the sword.' Then how did we get here, my God?" Message Me - 16:49, March 26, 2018 (UTC) Cae laughs, grinning broadly at his response. "I bet you wish you were, though. I'm great," she teases, although her sentiments about herself were bare-faced truth.

Dominic Lyon-Hawtrey - Ravenclaw, first year -“Snitches are the best. The key is to always send them handwritten thank-you notes.” Message Me – Find Me {{{1}}}

Bella and Dom

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 21:52, June 27, 2018 (UTC) Having jsut got home from his 'year abroad' (AKA, stint in the rehabilitation center), Dom went to one of the places he felt safest -- The Serpent's safe house. He had been texting leo back and forth, his brother catching him up on the latest of serpent news.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Isabella had expected a lot of things to transpire on her trip to the snake's burrow but Dom's presence took her entirely by surprise. Halting in her tracks, she hovered between the door to the livingroom and kitch, a paper bag filled with groceries hugged againat her chest. "Dom?" she inquired with disbelief, eyes growing wide with surprise.

Message Me • 21:56, June 27, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 21:58, June 27, 2018 (UTC) As she expected not to see him, nor did he expect to see her. He immediately stood up and dusted himself off. "Bella!" He exclaims, looking her up and down. "What? Didn't miss me?" He teases her with a smirk.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Unable to stop herself, the redhead set the bag on the kitchen table and quickly moved to embrace the boy. "Where have you been? Leo wouldn't tell me anything!" Her second response was to lightly punch him in the arm, a grimace forming on her lips. "You missed a lot of things."

Message Me • 22:04, June 27, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 22:09, June 27, 2018 (UTC) Dom hesitated for a moment before replying. "Before I explain anything, promise you won't get upset or anything. As for what I missed, Bro is catching me up, and... Well I could always get it from your point of view, too."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"We had a few people leave," she admitted and took a seat on the sofa carefully. "Emmeline, James Travers, Caelia Avery and Leopold even ditched for half a year. We got into some trouble there. Jace and I were pretty badly wounded on a mission." Her fingers gently touched the white scar that adorned the front of her throat like an angry, painful memory.

Message Me • 22:13, June 27, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 22:19, June 27, 2018 (UTC) Dom reaches out to the scar, running a finger gently over it. Something makes him pause for another moment before pulling back. "My dad put me into rehab," he finally says aloud.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"I would have drown Ambrose in the bathtub if he was my kid," she said offhandedly, trying to lighten the mood. In truth, the scar was still painful for her and caused a lot of anxiety. "Did you get sober?" she asked, althought not particularly caring about the outcome. She unconditionally loved Dom regardless of his situations.

Message Me • 22:25, June 27, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 22:30, June 27, 2018 (UTC) "For now," he answers offhandedly. "Bella we need to talk about... something...." he trails off for a moment, seemingly as if he changed his mind. "Does... Does it hurt?" He questions, gesturing to the scar.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

She felt a lump form in her throat and allowed her spiking anxiety to simmer. Bella leaned back into the couch and played with a loose string from her shirt. "Sometimes. What did yoy wany to talk about?" Maybe he found out about James?

Message Me • 23:04, June 27, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 23:06, June 27, 2018 (UTC) Dom sits down next to her. He examined the scar a little more before he clears his throat, actively avoiding her question. "How... I mean, what happened?"

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Artemisia put us on a mission to retrieve a shipment of goods that had been stolen. Everything went well up until the point where my throat was slit and Jace almost bled out from his shoulder." She turned back to him, her glare more serious. "What is it, Dom?"

Message Me • 23:24, June 27, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 23:28, June 27, 2018 (UTC)~ He fauxed confusion. "What? Oh, you mean the thing I wanted to talk about? It's nothing, really. Not important. Just a stupid suggestion from the rehab center."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

She allowed a playful scowl to pull at her cherry lips and carefully crossed one leg over the other. Bella's dark eyes skimmed over his form subconsciously, trying to pick up on anything different. "That doesn't sound stupid to me. What did they suggest?"

Message Me • 21:13, June 28, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 21:21, June 28, 2018 (UTC) Dom sighs, mumbling something about how he can't hide anything from her. "They suggested I be honest with people I love."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Sounds exhausting," she said with a sour scowl and allowed her back to sink into the various cushions that lined the sofa. "So what else is new? Do anything exciting while you were gone other than rehab?" Truth be told, Bella probably should have gone too. Her potion addiction was bad there for a while.

Message Me • 21:32, June 28, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 21:37, June 28, 2018 (UTC) "Besides think of a million ways to kill my father, not really.... But I will admit I missed you the most."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Ugh, dads who care, amiright?" She allowed her eyes to teasingly roll, a finger soon snagging some red strands of hair to play with. "Me? Of course you did - I'm your ride or die." She paused from her duty of playing with her hair and grinned. "But I missed you too."

Message Me • 21:43, June 28, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 22:00, June 28, 2018 (UTC) Dom stares at her for a moment before clearing his throat. "Bella, if I want to be honest with you, I have to tell you that I am in love with you."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Isabella looked up at Dom, meetimg his gaze despite the difficult subject change. Blinking first, she begun to process his words but it already made sense. She knew she loved him too but her flippant nature was becoming an internal struggle. "Dom... why?" At this point she nearly believed she was unloveable.

Message Me • 17:24, June 29, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 17:27, June 29, 2018 (UTC) "Why? Why is that even a question in your mind? Bella, you're.... Strong and beautiful. There's nobody like you, and I'm glad there isn't."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

The emotions she would usually bury deep and let bubble up finally came out naturally as she slid into his lap like a small child seeking comfort. She curled into his chest with a shaky sigh and nuzzled her cheek gently against him. "I've been so sad while you were gone. I even tried to make a better friendship with Blackstone because I was so bored."

Message Me • 17:30, June 29, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 17:35, June 29, 2018 (UTC) He honestly can't help but chuckle a little bit. "Blackstone, huh?" Without hesitation or thought, Dom held Bella, and gently kissed the top of her head. "I missed you too. I'll try not to leave again, even if it means not using."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Yeah," she whined gently and peered up at him, a frown pulling at her lips. The kiss on her head made her feel a warmth and security she hadn't felt in ages. "You better not leave."

Message Me • {{{time}}}

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 21:38, June 29, 2018 (UTC) Dom couldn't help but smile, though he tried to hide it. "So, I heard Aella came back. How's that?"

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Terrible," she admitted before promptly crossing her arms over her chest. "She keeps trying to be my mom." Scowling, Bella looked more like a child than a furious, redheaded teenager.

Message Me • 19:00, June 30, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 19:14, June 30, 2018 (UTC) "Hon, she IS your mom." Dom raises a brow at her. "Look, I agree she fucked up, but look how amazing you turned out?"

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"She held me in her stomach for nine months. That's it. I didn't even see her from the age of five up until two weeks ago. She's not my mother." Bella curled a red strand around her finger. "If anything, Artemisia ans the serpents raised me."

Message Me • 19:27, June 30, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 20:01, June 30, 2018 (UTC) He chuckles. "Hey, did you know I'm adopted?" He pulls her close again. "Seriously. My birth father was shot, and my birth mother died at birth. I'm not a real Kingsley, but I'm still a serpent. So I understand. But maybe if you give Aella a chance...?"

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Bella was speechless for the first time in forver, unable to come up with a proper response. With furrowed brows, she tipped her head to the side. "When did you find this all out?" she asked, her concern distinguishable by the tone of her voice.

Message Me • 02:44, July 1, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 02:48, July 1, 2018 (UTC) "I've always known it," Dom answers with a shrug. "It's just that nobody talks about it. As far as everyone cares, I'm a Kingsley. Just not by blood."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

She was admittedly a little pissed off that he had never told her before. Having been through so much together, like risking Azkaban and the highs and lows. She wpuld have expected more. "Oh," she said with a low tone, turning her dark gaze away from him.

Message Me • 03:03, July 1, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 03:05, July 1, 2018 (UTC) "Whoa, what?" He furrows his brows slightly. "It's not that important."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

She picked listlessly at a loose string on hee shirt, unable to meet his gaze. "I was led to believe you told me everything," she said before her mouth pulled down at the corner.

Message Me • 21:47, July 1, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 21:48, July 1, 2018 (UTC) "I do. It's just that, this particular thing... Wasn't that important to me." He moved his hand under her chin, moving it up and towards him. "If it makes you feel better, you're the first to know about outside of the family."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Her dark eyes caught his, the directing of her chin causing her to scowl childishly. "I should have been the first."

Message Me • 23:52, July 1, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 23:56, July 1, 2018 (UTC) Dom grins for a second at her. "I wouldn't dare dream of telling anyone before you," Dom assured her. A couple more seconds of staring at her, and he, without thinking about it, pushed his lips against her. A peck.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Isabella was about to dodge the kiss but paused to let it happen, her mind reeling over many emotions. She had missed him so much but how could he keep something so big from her? The redhead slid from his lap abd stretched out on the couch with a yawn, her threatening to jab into him.

Message Me • 02:58, July 2, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 03:11, July 2, 2018 (UTC) Dom watched her move, and barely avoided being jabbed. But then he was silent. "Sorry," He finally says, quietly. "Anyways! How was Hogwarts?" Dom asked, Quickly changing the subject.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"My fifth year was pretty great, throat trauma aside. I got prefect and me and Jace ruled the halls," she said with a slight snicker. "I beat the shit out of a dude who hit Wren and I met the woman who is supposed to be my mother. She sorta sucks at it."

Message Me • 03:54, July 2, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 03:56, July 2, 2018 (UTC) "Wait, who hit Wren? Why?" Dom looked a little concerned. Nobody fucks with the Serpents, so who hit one of their own?

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

A small grin pulled at her mouth as she mulled on the memory of kicking the shit out of that one kid. "I think his name was Oscar. Hos last name was something long and sounded sorta like a disease. No idea why he hit Wren - I didn't exactly ask questions."

Message Me • 15:33, July 2, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 19:38, July 2, 2018 (UTC) He can't help but grin. "The Serpents always have someone protecting them, at least."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Yeah yeah," she said with a playfull roll of her eyes. "But it's a damn rareity when I step in. It may not have been my business but it sure felt good."

Message Me • 03:20, July 3, 2018 (UTC)

Dominic "Dom" Kingsley - Seventh year hufflepuff ∞ serpent ∞ Venom-Injected - "Hit me when it's over, like a bad dream." Message Me - 04:10, July 3, 2018 (UTC) "Pent up anger?" He can't help but ask.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"A lot of it," she admitted with a sly grin.

Message Me • 21:31, July 3, 2018 (UTC)

Aella and Lilith

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - As if it were deja vu, Aella had tripped the alarm on the Snake's Burrow and was currently waiting for Artemisia to arrive. This time, she was in the process of cooking a meal and held a glass of red wine in her hand. The deputy auror had also placed a full bottle of Arty's favorite drink in a bucket of ice, delicately placed on the table and in plain view.

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "If this becomes a habit, I'm changing the lock," she said from the doorway. This time she didn't have her gun in her hand as she knew it'd just be Aella again. Her eyes switched onto the drink before going back to Aella, assessing the situation. "Are we having a romantic dinner? Did you and Rosie not hit it off?"

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - The redhead allowed her eyes to slip toward Artemisia, a small smirk appearing. The woman tentatively approached her, snagging the bottle as she went. "Do you want it to be a romantic dinner?" she inquired curiously and held the bottle out.

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "No," she said taking the bottle, opening it to take a swig, "I don't do romance, sorry it to break it to you." She winked at her over the bottle before screwing the lid back on again.

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "Thank god," she said and grabbed the whole bottle of wine she had left on the counter and took a swig. "I don't know how to romance." She moved around Artemisia to tap the peg on the wall. "Shed your snake skin," she directed before moving back toward the stove. "I hope you like pasta."

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "Shed your snake skin," she echoed, shrugging off the jacket like requested. "You know, I always thought that sounded kind of cheesy. Plus, some would argue you're never really shedding it. And it's alright. I'm not much of a foodie. Did America teach you how to cook?"

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - Aella's green eyes caught on the Serpent leader as she picked up a wooden spoon and delicately begun to stir the pot on the stove. "I know I never fully shed my own," she said vaguely and took a sip of her wine. The deputy auror watched the sauce bubble among the pasta as she waited a bit before stirring again.

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "Are you trying to make me believe you're still on my side?" She asked, "and before you get pissy, to me, you're neutral. But I'll bite. Keep your jacket or something?"

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "No," she said simply and placed a lid on the pasta after turning the heat down. She snagged some plates from the cupboard and brought them toward the table. "I did keep my jacket," she confirmed before setting a plate in front of her. "The serpent logo was singed by my original captor - the one that drove me from all of you." She set down two more plates, her eyes fixating on Artemisia out of curiosity.

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She watched the woman before wandering over, actually slipping her jacket off and discarding somewhere out of the way. "How symbolic. And you don't know who it is?"

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "Not even the slightest clue," she said and smirked when the woman didn't pick up on the hints, artfully moving around Artemisia. "I didn't think I made many enemies," she joked and allowed her sly fingers to stray into the Serpent leader's jacket for her phone. She turned away from the table and returned to the stove, where she quickly sent a text off to Isabella. "Did you want a cold glass? I'm surprised you haven't opened your gift yet."

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She eyed the other woman, feeling as if something was off with the whole situation, and frowned. "I did. I don't do glasses, you know that," she said carefully, not sitting down just yet, "want any help?"

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - She snagged the stem of her wine glass and took a delicate sip, knowing full and well she was going to need it. "No, I've got it. Just crack the bottle and make yourself comfortable. I'm about to dish out the pasta." Her eyes slid toward the window occasionally to peer outside.

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She would have. She would have gotten comfortable, hell this is the only situation where she would have felt safe enough to relax, but she was watching Aella, watching the glances and it didn't sit right with her. "Let me do it," she said, moving into the kitchen, to the pot, "you cooked it. Least I can do."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "You don't have to-" she begun but allowed Artemisia to dish out the food anyway. She knew she really had no power to stop her and didn't have the time or energy to battle the most stubborn woman in Great Britain. "So how are things with you? Outside of the serpents."

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She smirked as Aella gave up and dished the food out before shrugging. "You assume I have a life outside of the serpents," she responded with a snicker.

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "You need a life," she warned and turned to glance at the woman, hoping deep down that her actions today would not destroy her and Artemisia's relationship. The flash of red hair beyond the door caught her eyes and caused her to look down. "Oh, I invited Bella."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Her long curls were pulled back into a tight little french braid that disappeared beneath her serpent jacket. She moved down the hall after entering the house and leaned against the door in the kitchen. "Smells good," she said carefully.

Message Me • 23:04, June 27, 2018 (UTC)

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} Her back straightened as she heard the news and the new voice and her eye twitched, the food dripping off the spoon onto the plate, which was frozen midair, and turned to glare at Aella briefly before turning back to the pot. "Guess I need another plate."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - The woman winced slightly and pulled at her apron to loosen it, her green eyes flitting between Bella and Artemisia. She was curious to see what their dynamic was like. Aella slid a large bowl and pasta spoons toward Artemisia so that she could transfer it all to a bowl for the table.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Arty," she ackowledged, not bothering to use her preferred nickname as she easily danced around the woman to reach the cupboards. "I'll save you the trouble," she said a bit venemously and snagged a plate before moving to the table to set it down.

Message Me • 23:24, June 27, 2018 (UTC)

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She eyed the red head for a moment, wondering what she did to deserve the attitude. Wasn't like she was the one to invite her. "Thanks," she said after a moment, "so when did you two get in contact?"

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "I texted her like a modern mom," she teased and allowed her green eyes to catch on her should-be daughter. "About three days ago - which is why she is in a foul mood, I presume." She almost wanted to remind Artemisia that Bella had to be her kid. Aella finally sat down at the table and patiently waited for Artemisia to join her and Bella.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

She gave Aella a venomously look that suggested she hadn't quite forgiven the women yet as she poured herself a glass of wine, not at all caring that she was underage. "I can speak for myself, you know. I learned that much without you."

Message Me • 21:13, June 28, 2018 (UTC)

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} To hell with it. With a scowl, she snatched Bella's glass of wine, taking a sip from it. She didn't like wine but alcohol was alcohol and she was going to save the spirit for when one of them is brutally murdered. Stupid red heads. "Don't suppose we can at least sit down and eat before biting each other's heads off?"

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Isabella was about to reach for her wine when Artemisia flew in and snagged her glass, cauaing her mouth to twitch slightly at the corner. Stealing yet another glass, the redhead poured more wine.

Message Me • 21:57, June 28, 2018 (UTC)

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - Aella couldn't help but snicker slightly as she grabbed the second glass and took a swig, her other not yet finished. As if to remember, she grabbed her old one and knocked back the contents before guarding the new one and bottle from Isabella. "Yes. Let's enjoy our meals."

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She didn't bother to wait another second, grabbing her own bowl, and moved towards the table. Naturally, Arty sat at the head of the table, taking a sip of the alcohol.

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - Aella watched Artemisia with a nervous little smile and started to take a few bites, her gaze awkwardly sliding to Bella. Her whole plan was starting to unravel and despite the pain it could cause, she knew the secret had to come out.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"I got mail from Leopold the other day," she said, aiming it moreso toward her leader rather than her redhead mother. "He said he's coming back soon. He's doing better than before. Only downside is he said he can't be your heir anymore." Just by looking at the glitter in the eye, it was easy to decipher the gears turning in her head.

Message Me • 17:24, June 29, 2018 (UTC)

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "Is that so?" She asked slowly, her eyes on Bella, easily figuring out what the conclusion her daughter was coming too. "It's a good thing Dom's back then, isn't it?"

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Yeah," she said in an icy tone, "from rehab." The girl begun to pick at her red nails before taking a bite of the pasta, not bothering to take her eyes off Artemisia. "You want someone vulnerable to run your gang? Be my guest."

Message Me • {{{time}}}

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - Serpent business wasn't meant to be for her ears so she simply continued to eat her dinner, tossing a few glances between the pair. The only business she had involving the serpents was informing Bella of her birthright but that could definitely wait until the meal is almost over.

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "People can defy expectations," she said with a shrug, "and last time I checked, you weren't exactly too sad to see him back either." She was ignoring Aella now, knowing full well the woman could give Bella a claim to the throne but Arty would skin her alive if she did.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

"Mm," she said calmly as she nodded her head, viciously stabbing her fork into her meal as her eyes caught on Artemisia again. "You know what I'd like to know? Why the idea of me running the serpents one day is so painful for you that you are willing to open your mind to a recovering drug addict that has stated many times he doesn't want to run it." Another venegeful stab and she finally lost her appetite.

Message Me • 19:00, June 30, 2018 (UTC)

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "Isabella," she said sternly in warning, unsure of really what else to do. She knew the chances of the younger actually listening to her were slim but at least Artemisia would see her attempts.

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She watched Bella with a slight frown, waiting for her to finish. "You're not a Kingsley," she said after a moment. Lame excuse, and a complete lie, but it was the only thing that entered Arty's head. In all reality, Bella would probably be the best candidate for the throne but..."what makes you think you're good for it anyway?"

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - Aella cleared her throat awkwardly and shifted a glance in her direction. "Artemisia," she said softly, reaching over to touch the woman's arm. "It's time."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Bella held a certain smugness in her eyes as she surveyed her leader carefully, trying to make sense of her reasoning. "I'm not a recovering drug addict or an emotionally unstable boy." She shifted a glare at Aella, ready to tell her to shut up before her words sunk in. Confusion etched its way upon the redhead's already agitated features.

Message Me • 02:44, July 1, 2018 (UTC)

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} At the words, her arm jerked backwards. Maybe, in hind sight, it wasn't the best thing too do but...it was what she did. She tossed the rest of her wine all over the other woman. Honestly, the wine was red and Aella was a red head. What was the difference? "I don't know what you're talking about."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - Aella flinched as the wine splashed across her white silk blouse, utterly staining it crimson. She scowled grimly and made a face akin to one Ignatius used to make.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

If there was a shred of doubt before, the wine spilling was what tipped her off to something being weird about this situation. "What does she mean?" she hissed lowly, a threatening sort of growl ripping from her throat behind her venomous words. "What are you not telling me?"

Message Me • 03:03, July 1, 2018 (UTC)

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She raised an eyebrow at Aella, as if asking her what she was going to do about it. "I think I just improved your shirt," she noted before looking at Bella, "nothing. Just...your father wasn't too impressed with the idea of you being in the gang, let alone the leader."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - Aella rolled her eyes at Artemisia's childishness and looked at Bella, sighing deeply. "I'm not your real mother," she admitted truthfully.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

The anger temporarily dissolved into more confusion, which caused Bella to nervously gnaw at her thumb nail. "What?"

Message Me • 21:47, July 1, 2018 (UTC)

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "Aella," she warned her, "we didn't agree to this."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Isabella fell back into her chair and sat there without a word, a look of horror and confusion mingling in her eyes. What in the hell was going on?

Message Me • {{{time}}}

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "Shs deserves to know," she countered earnestly, gaze now pleading for Artemisia to reconcile and speak the truth. "It's time she knew. We can't pretend anymore."

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "Pretend? Please, I've pretended for fifteen years," she hissed, "you've pretended...for what? Ten minutes. Five years and ten minutes? Don't start acting like we've been in the same boat."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "Because when I signed up for this, I didn't expect our lives to go down this path. Now it has and how am I not surprised you want to keep up the lie." She pointed at Isabella to hit home her point. "Does she not deserve better? Ignatius would have never wanted this."

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "Of course she deserved better, that's why I gave her to you," she hissed, "and don't bring him up. That's a low blow and you know it."

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Isabella's eyes lifted to Artemisia, the words echoing in her mind as she tried to desperately understand the situation. Nothing made sense. Gave her to you. Bella felt warm tears slide down her cheeks, eyes wide with both frusteration and attempt of understanding. "W-What does this mean?" Maybe she had it all wrong and she was just a random dumpster baby they chose to raise. Her anxiety keep mounting to the point where she was shaking with anger And emotion.

Message Me • 03:54, July 2, 2018 (UTC)

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "And how did that work out for you?" she snarled lowly and begun to pull at the sticky fabric, trying to keep it off her skin as her green eyes flicked to the distressed Isabella. "Bella - it's okay. Calm down. Breathe."

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "Terrible," she hissed, "but I didn't think you would piss off after five years." God, Bella was going to hate her. She regarded Bella for a moment before sighing. There was no pulling back now. "Your mine. I had you fifteen years ago, just after Ignatius died."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - Aella subconsciously moved to stand near Artemisia, her eyes softening as a pang of empathy filled her heart. In truth, she felt a newfound respect for the serpent leader.

「 isabella gaunt-kingsley 」queen of the serpents ◈ snake charmer

「 Age 」
eighteen

「 Species 」
witch

「 Occupation 」
leader of the serpents

「 Relationship 」
single

Isabella took a carefully coordinated step back, her eyes fluttering slightly with surprise as the information hit her like a bullet. Her eyes welled with tears as she shot a desperate glance in Aella's direction, half hoping the other redhead would tell her it was all a cruel joke. Without spying any hints of a lie, Bella felt the warmth of tears as they spilled down her face. "I have to go," she said simply and fled from the house while viciously wiping away any evidance of crying.

Message Me • 21:31, July 3, 2018 (UTC)

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She turned to glare at Aella, tempted to grab a knife and stab her but....wouldn't change anything. "If she jumps off a bridge, it's on you."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "Oh, don't be overdramatic. She will get over it." Aella poured herself wine before offering the entire bottle to Artemisia. Despite it not being her drink of choice, liquor was liquor. "One time when she was four and a half, she didn't talk to me for four days because I accidentally threw her bear in the washer and ruined it."

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} She grabbed the bottle and gulped some of it down. "Okay, that's a Gaunt thing. Then again watch me not talk to you for the next century."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "I would miss you," she admitted witha sly smirk, unable to stop herself. "Do you not feel any better now that the truth is out?" She took another sip of the wine, her shirt still stained from when Artemisia spilled her glass.

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "No," she said, "this just going to cause me to headache. You could have at least told me you were going to pull this stunt."

Aella Gaunt - slytherin alumna ♔ ex-serpent ♔ deputy auror - "She wears strength and darkness equally wel; that girl has always been half goddess, half hell." Message Me - "If I had told you, you would have never showed up. I know you." The girl moved to lean against the island and allowed a smile to appear again. "You wanna eat a tub of ice cream, get drunk and watch movies?"

Lilith Kingston - Serpent Queen 🐍 -"I drink to make other people interesting." Message Me – {{{2}}} "Lets just skip the movies and icecream and get drunk. I think you've forgotten I don't do that type of shit. America has mellowed you out."