#siobhan llwelyn

[lifeofkaze]

Most would know better than to ask her for anything, but I would like a treat from Caro 💚

If there's anyone who can ask anything in this world from Caro, it's you.

Caro values Brady's opinion greatly, obviously, but the only person who can get through to her even more - because Caro knows that she doesn't take bullshit whatsoever - is Shiv. She's annoyed by it, it vexes her, but when Shiv tells her something, Caro thinks about it. After she stops being irritated, that is.

[that-scouse-wizard]

HPHL Appreciation Week Day 4: Favourite Ships that aren’t Mine

Part 4 of @endlessly-cursed‘s event

Ethel Hexley (@the-al-chemist) and Lysander Mercury (@slytherindisaster) 

A rivals to lovers ship where the two of them bicker but there’s actual chemistry between them? Hell to the yes.

Siobhan Llwelyn (@kc-and-co) and Galen Stagg (@cursebreakerfarrier)

These two are one of the most adorable ships out there, the fluff (and occasional bit of angst) from these two is so good!

Carolyn Nybery (@lifeofkaze) and Bradford Pendleton (@kc-and-co)

Can I just say that the idea of these two being in an arranged marriage, despising it only to eventually fall for each other was an absolute stroke of genius on behalf of their fabulous creators.

[that-scouse-wizard]

Harry Potter Hogwarts Legacy Appreciation Week Day 3: Favourite OCs that aren’t your own.

Part 3 of @endlessly-cursed’s event unfortunately I only have time for a quick appreciation of all the MCs.

First up, Reuben’s Ravenclaw buddies 

Siobhan Llwelyn (@kc-and-co) - This incredible character is part of Reuben’s family, there’s no one else I’d rather have as a found sibling for my boy.

Gwen Archeron (@thatravenpuffwitch) - Two words: Quidditch buddies!

Danny Gibson (@catohphm) - Love this sweet boy!

Marigold’s Slytherin pals

Leila Hellebore (@whatwouldvalerydo) - These two make for a potent pair, god help you if you catch them both in a bad mood.

Adelia Selwyn (@thatravenpuffwitch) and Carolyn Nyberg (@lifeofkaze) - had to mention these two as the trio of Adelia, Caro and Mary are absolutely the Hogwarts fashion police of the era.

Cledwyn’s Gryffindor friend (yes Cled she is)

Ethel Hexley (@the-al-chemist) - In spite of Cled’s insistence that she’s not, Ethel is Cled’s best friend. She may get on his nerves but deep down he does appreciate her.

 Also trying to set him up with people, one of which was Ravenclaw Henry Lovecraft (@lifeofkaze), who he developed a deep friendship with, sharing a love of stories and poetry. 

[that-scouse-wizard]

HPHL Appreciation Week Day 2: Favourite ships

Part 2 of @endlessly-cursed‘s event. 

Does it really come as a surprise that my favourite HPHL ship is Reubeila?

Leila belongs to the amazing @whatwouldvalerydo and alongside Siobhan Llwelyn (@kc-and-co) they were what really got me interested in Harry Potter Hogwarts Legacy.

From the start Reuben and Leila could match wit, starting out as rivals on the Quidditch pitch. Over the years, Reuben sees a tender side to Leila underneath her prickly exterior. Likewise, Leila saw a strength in Reuben and encouraged him throughout the years.

He developed feelings for her that were (eventually) returned. After Hogwarts, cutting their family out of their lives and forging a new one together.

Another person he’s close to would be Siobhan, Ed and Henry (all of whom belong to @kc-and-co). They became a surrogate family to Reuben, showing him how a family should be. Alongside Cled, Faith and Marigold, they would become a found family that Reuben would cherish forever.

[that-scouse-wizard]

I’I also missed your presence in this round. Changing things up for a couple of rare matches.

Reid & David

Siobhan & Cled

Reid and David

These two swap stories of what inspired their tattoos in later years. Also David would help promote the hypoallergenic Quidditch pitch grass seeds.

Siobhan and Cled

Siobhan has most definitely cooed over Cled's wolfhound despite it being nearly as tall as she is.

[that-scouse-wizard]

Take your pick between Reuben & Siobhan - David & Orion - Marigold & Brady or all of them if you feel like it

You gave me the option for all of them... so you’re getting all of them mate!

Reuben and Siobhan

-These two absolutely note down the birthdays of any dragons or magical creatures they rear and celebrate them like they would for a person.

-Frequently discuss books that they’ve read in the Ravenclaw common room.

-If ever these two get to meet up they do so over a glass of one of the Willows spirits and always swapping stories of their adventures with magical creatures. Also discussing their partner’s accomplishments.

-Reuben is insistent that Siobhan be one of the first to see Connor after he’s born.

-These two have definitely baked cakes and pastries together.

David and Orion

-David met Orion in first year after receiving a letter from his dad about joining him for Christmas. Keep in mind this pissed David off as he had little contact with his dad in years.

-He didn’t actually get Orion’s name at first but learned who he was from Sprout after asking about the odd senior student who had told him “To go forward, sometimes we must go back. Whether you discover something or not, you shall find an answer.” Basically, go to your dad’s and you might get closure.

-Orion saw the potential in David and Judith Harris (@judediangelo75) as beaters. This was how he convinced Erika to train them both went:

Erika: “Why should I train these two, Amari?”

Orion: “Because if you don’t, Phoenix will.”

Erika:...

Erika: “Right! You two! Start swinging, I want to see your form!”

-David occasionally joins Orion for broom-balancing sessions alongside Amelia as a form of meditation.

-Orion named David his successor as captain during his last moment of vivification.

Marigold and Brady:

-They formally introduce themselves in their first year, Brady was going through a bit of artist’s block but when Mary’s fiery locks caught his eye he knew exactly what he wanted to draw.

-While at first he would help her design clothes by providing a visual reference, he soon started teaching her how to draw.

-These two definitely have duets in the music club, the two of them either playing their instruments or singing together.

-She’s definitely making a suit for Bradford that will absolutely help him wow Carolyn ( @lifeofkaze ), she’s basically Hogwarts’ resident matchmaker at this point.

-While Cledwyn and Reuben might be two of her best friends, she’s supporting the Slytherin Quidditch team every time they play. She’s one of the loudest voices in the stands cheering Bradford on.

[that-scouse-wizard]

9, 7, & 4 for the OC or OCs of your choice

Thanks for the ask! I’ll do the Willows boys for this.

David

4)  It is 3am, your OC is in the loopy giggling stages of being sleepy, what are they laughing about and who are they with?

David is with Merula in this scenario, just probably laughing at cheesy jokes he made. She’s laughing along too because she’s the same way.

7)  Out of an impulsive decision your OC dyes their hair and gets a whole new outfit, what do they now look like?

Okay, now I guess this is impulsive? I suppose when David agreed to let Judith style him an outfit, dye his hair partly red and add piercings and stubble. He looks like a badass and honestly, it’s a look David carries into adulthood until the second wizarding war I think.

9)  Your OC makes a poster and ships it to their best friend, what does the poster have on it and how does their best friend respond?

Okay, his best friend is definitely Judith Harris (@judediangelo75), I could see him sending her a poster with a tiger design. I think she’d love it.

Reuben

4) Okay... I have to do this, Reuben would be with Leila Hellebore             (@whatwouldvalerydo). He’s probably laughing about how much bigger he is compared to her (keep in mind he’s over a foot taller than her and he’s basically a slab of muscle. She is not amused but probably doesn’t mind him being a big teddy bear when he’s like that..

7) Depends, a more natural-looking colour and Reuben might be able to pull it off, unnatural like pink or something and it would look terrible.

9) I’m going to say he makes one for Siobhan, and of course it’s a poster with all the different species of dragons on it.

[that-scouse-wizard]

Facts and Fatherhood 1

A/N: Hello everyone welcome to this little one-shot featuring the amazing Edwin Llwelyn (@kc-needs-coffee) the only real father Reuben has.  And let’s just say I may have another story in the works but from Reuben’s perspective as a father. Hope you all enjoy!

Word count: 751

TW for mentions of physical abuse.

When Edwin had first heard about Reuben Willows in a letter from his daughter, he had been intrigued. Just like his little girl, the boy was a Ravenclaw and very much into Dragonology, quite a fan of Edwin’s work as well. It had only been natural to say yes when Siobhan had asked if he could stay for a few weeks during the summer between their second and third year. 

He’d been a good house guest, even at the very least offering to help Henry clean up.. Reuben was knowledgeable, eager, and most importantly dedicated to learning about the dragons they had on the reserve. Before he had left to go home Edwin had been sure to ask him to look out for Siobhan during their time at Hogwarts. A request the young boy had gladly agreed to even if he did seem a bit forlorn about leaving.

When Edwin had asked Siobhan about that, all she knew was that he didn’t have a good relationship with his parents. At that time, a slight feeling of unease had found its way into Edwin’s head, wondering what his parents must have been like. The most he knew, they were influential aurors. He had shrugged it off, hoping it was just that, a feeling.

How he wished he had kept Reuben there at the manor all summer and for all the ones after.

It had been just after the beginning of the summer between Reuben and Siobhan’s fifth and sixth year. When Reuben had sent a letter asking to visit the manor briefly, there was no question to that the answer would be yes. Though what troubled both Edwin and Siobhan was that Reuben had forcibly emancipated himself from his parents and was now staying with his maternal grandfather.

When Reuben had arrived, Siobhan had instantly wrapped him up in a comforting hug. When Reuben had returned it, Edwin shared a troubled glance with Henry upon noticing Reuben’s bruised and cut knuckles. It was after releasing Siobhan from the hug that Reuben had explained the situation. After a heated argument about his OWL exam results, even though he’d done fairly well in them except for Defence Against the Dark Arts and Muggle Studies. Following the criticism had been an insult towards Reuben’s deceased grandmother. Reuben had used Incarcerous on his mother, preventing her from assisting his father while Reuben had pummelled the man to within an inch of his life. 

It didn’t make sense to either of the two Llwelyn’s, Reuben was always so kind, warm and gentle if a bit stubborn at times. And the way he spoke of his parents as if they were no better than dirt on his shoes, Edwin had just one question.

“What did they do to you to make you do that?”

“I have something to show the two of you.” Reuben had responded, taking off his shirt, sometimes hesitating in doing so. When Reuben had turned his back to them, Siobhan’s horrified gasp had only solidified the rage that Edwin felt building inside him as he so desperately wished to finish the job Reuben had started. Across the boy’s back were scars inflicted where his father had taken a belt to him, some more recent than others.

They were no parents to Reuben, they were monsters. How anyone could do that to their own child was beyond comprehension to Edwin.

From that point, Reuben would spend his breaks from school periodically looking after his granddad or at the manor.

Though it would take another two years before Reuben called him something Edwin was not expecting. During one of the saddest moments in Reuben’s life, the death of his grandfather. Sat on the bed in the guest room that had become ‘his’, Edwin had joined him, putting an arm around his shoulder and told him of how proud his grandfather would be of Reuben for following his true calling and passion in life.

“Thanks dad.” Reuben only realised just what he said when the words left his lips, immediately going to correct it, “I mean, Edwin, Mr Llwelyn... sir, I-”

Edwin’s amused chuckle had cut him off, “Reuben, you’ve been like a brother and a loyal friend to Siobhan, I’ve seen you care for hatchlings as if they were your own flesh and blood. If you want to call me dad, call me dad.” The next words he spoke tentatively as if to not startle his apprentice, “You’ll always have a family here with us... son.”

[lifeofkaze]

Oh my God. Oh my god oh my god oh my god.

My favourite story just turned a lot darker and clearer at the same time but - more importantly- it somehow turned even better?! How???

The snippets you give us are so ominous and dark and intriguing. This genre is truly made for you, if I may say so. It feels like your writing is right at home, if that makes sense?

Now, to Selene. You told me she has a special role to play, but oh my. I don’t think I could have done her more justice. Her strife for freedom and going against the grain, her and Ethel’s bond and how they just find their fun in a knocked-out Talbott (omg that’s so them: how can we have fun with him?) to her nonchalant and yet somewhat dramatic way of speaking. I adore this and I saved the incredible art to my phone immediately 💛💛💛💛💛💛

So Talia is the key, but the old director holds the answer… I can’t wait for this mystery to unravel 🙊

Carnage Circus 🔥Part 10/?

When one isn't on the same page as the rest, things start to fall apart. Selene belongs to the amazing and wonderful @lifeofkaze

Characters mentioned in passing belong to @kc-and-co @that-scouse-wizard @the-al-chemist @cursebreakerfarrier

Tag list: @samshogwarts @hogwartsmysteryho

Having had enough of taking in the circus grounds, Selene decided the thick crowd of people had nothing noteworthy to offer. Truly, utterly boring apart from one event, one she could not follow up on. But then again there was so much she could see or listen in on from her enclosed space.

However she knew exactly what could lift her spirits and not result in a dull affair. Circling around a specific tent she knew all too well, she heard Ethel’s signature bored sigh just as Selene peered inside “Whatever is the matter my dear friend?”

Looking absolutely miserable with the outcome, Ethel poked Talbott with her foot as if to prove the point of her misery “My source of entertainment passed out. But I must admit he has a strong stomach this one.”

Suppressing a giggle, Selene hopped inside, bending at the middle to get a closer look at the detectives’ face “I see. Well, may I?” she enquired pointing at him.

Ethel only shrugged her shoulders, nodding eventually “All yours, enjoy. Not like he is of anymore fun for me.”

A few minutes later, with the help of a very grumpy Reuben, the body of the unconscious detective sat in the middle of Selene’s tent, her hovering above him from her hoop. Gradually she witnessed Talbott come to, eyes suddenly wide as he could not recognise his surroundings. Selene continued to watch him with curiosity, a sinister spark in her eyes, more than likely concocting a plan of her own on how to best handle him.

Silently sharing glances, his hand slowly went to his pistol, horror creeping up his spine when he could not find it in its holster.

“Do not threat. I will return your hideous gun once we are done here.”

“You do know I can arrest you for that.”

She smiled, revealing pearly white teeth as she extended her hands out challenging him “But see detective, you won’t. Especially since with my ability I can force you to forget a lot.” Swinging from left to right, the image before Talbott’s eyes blurred around the edges, the only focal point being her and those mesmerising eyes “But I won’t do this…at least not today.”

Feeling dizzy, Talbott stumbled back, barely managing to catch his footing, brain scrambling to form a sentence “How so? I know people went mad trying to discover the secrets of this place.”

“Perhaps.” She nonchalantly added “But word around here is that you might be the one to force the hands of face. For that reason alone I shall help you. To the best of my abilities of course.”

“Of course.” He replied glaring, diverting his gaze away from her a second later “Just don’t be too offended miss Fraser if I will take everything with a grain of salt.”

Smirking, she just nodded once “None taken detective. Although I must warn you, I am incapable of actually telling you too much. Cursed binds you see. Nifty little things.”

“Let me guess, Akira is preventing you from uttering a word?”

Her brows lifted, amusement shinning in her eyes “You really have it out for him I see. Akira runs a very tight ship, tighter than I would personally like. I have been patient enough but it’s been years since he had the key to our freedom in front of him and he has failed to make use of it.”

“The key?”

Sighing, she shook her head spinning on the spot “You truly are clueless. I’m talking about that lass Talia.” Her image appeared to blur this time as she spun faster and faster “The piece to free us all.”

“Nothing you are saying is making any sense.” There was no hesitation in his voice, his tone laced with anger, everything reflecting in his gaze as well.

“As I said” she huffed annoyed “there is only so much I can say. But you are a detective and yet you aren’t actually doing the work, so odd, never met one like you.”

“Odd yes, like everything happening here.” Talbott witnessed Selene’s mood shifting, eyes travelling to the high ceiling, strong winds howling around the tent “Who are you linked to?”

Her attention fell back down on the detective “We were a two for two deal, me and Ethel. We are connected to one another first and foremost, but our destinies are linked to Siobhan.”

His brows knitted together “And who is she connected to?”

“Akira of course, she is his second in command. One more word of advice.” She added as she made her way to the ground “Search deeper, beyond us, before us. We cannot say much, but he can enlighten you. Now go, something is happening.” Passing him his gun, Selene ran outside, the strong winds wiping her hair around.

Frantically searching, Ethel ran to her, wrapping her arms around her friend “What’s happening?”

“I don’t know, but something is wrong.”

Talbott joined the girls, witnessing the tents about to be blow away, people leaving the circus, running away from the incoming storm “It’s just a storm, nothing major.”

“No.” Reuben spoke, appearing with Leila and Siobhan by his side “Akira isn’t here and it’s all falling apart. He took Talia as well, I saw them leaving.”

Siobhan went pale in an instant, looking around, cursing violently “No, no. I don’t want this. I can’t do this.”

Placing a firm hand on her shoulder, Reuben brought her back to reality “It’s not over yet, he wouldn’t risk her life like that and you know it.”

“Do I?” she turned snapping at him “Nothing makes sense anymore, nothing. And what are you still doing here? Can’t you see you’re making things worse for us?” she added turning to Talbott “Do something useful and get them back.”

Talbott could only watch the group, not understanding a thing, Selene pushing him “Go. We can’t get away, but you can.” Her eyes were desperate, as if pleading him to understand. As Talbott left the camping area, only Reuben and Siobhan followed him to the circus entrance.

“Now does anyone want to explain to me exactly what is happening?” he witnessed Reuben and Siobhan stealing glances at each other while saying nothing. From afar he could still see in the distance Ethel, Selene and Leila watching them, not moving, waiting on the next move.

The howls of the wind carried with it a sort of whisper and the odd scent of blood filled the atmosphere. It lingered around them, sticking to the material of their clothes. The screams from the haunted house appeared louder now that the last people were leaving the circus, tension as if electricity in the air.

Talbott saw Selene waving, however he could make out what she was saying. She pointed her finger at the entrance all of them turning around. Down the path, Talia struggled to keep herself and Akira on his feet, each step more strenuous than the other. Siobhan let out a sigh of relief, wishing to pass the threshold to help them, but Reuben stopped them.

“You can’t and you know it.”

Talbott provided them an incredulous look, running over to the pair, helping Talia bring Akira back. As soon as they crossed the threshold, it was as if they could breathe once more, Reuben and Siobhan helping them back to their caravans.

As Talbott stood in the middle of the camping area looking after Talia, Selene came near him “Don’t bother with her, she’s useless. Go find the one before Akira. Only then will you get the proper answers.” Turning around, she was nowhere to be seen, as if vanishing with the last gust of wind passing through the circus.

[that-scouse-wizard]

Fun ask!

10 for Willopeia and same question for Reuben and Siobhan if you’d like

10) Would they believe it if someone told them the other secretly hated them?

Willopeia

I'd say if they weren't together beforehand, possibly. In which case, I could see KC getting a little distant with him and David would probably confront her about it whether it be about her distance or if he heard that she hates him.

If they were together though they would tell the person who told them to fuck right off.

Reuben and Siobhan

Siobhan would probably laugh and say "Yes, and I'm a perfect little lady." sarcastically.

Reuben though might be more inclined to believe it. Might overthink it, believing he's a bother to Siobhan. Might get a little cold with her, which she would surely notice. They would talk things out and make up though... then promptly kick the arse of the person who started the rumours.

[that-scouse-wizard]

HPHL Appreciation Day 1: Favourite MCs

Part of @endlessly-cursed‘s event.

I’d like to talk about my personal favourite of my HPHL MCs, Reuben Willows.

Reuben started as a way to justify David (my HPHM MC) having his Legilimens abilities. While there are other similarities, namely the two of them playing the same Quidditch position (Beater), Reuben grew into his own character while also helping flesh out the extended Willows family.

His relationship with his parents isn’t a good one being influential aurors who see most any other job as beneath them. His father ruling the family with an iron fist on this matter contrasted wildly with his love of dragonology. Inevitably this caused the relationship to truly begin spiralling to the point of becoming abusive and would cause fractures that doom any hopes of salvaging a healthy relationship. 

He had a close relationship with his maternal grandparents, often doing farm work which inspired a love of animals and helping in their farm shop gave him a keen eye for business. 

While somewhat friendly with his brother Colm, his relationship with his sister Gabriela didn’t improve until much later in life.

Yet despite a less than ideal family situation, Reuben would find a family in several people in his life. Cledwyn Ironwood, Faith Renner and Marigold Sterling being his best friends at Hogwarts. Siobhan Llwelyn (@kc-and-co) introduced him to her father Edwin, becoming a sister figure and surrogate father respectively. 

Last though certainly not least was Leila Hellebore (@whatwouldvalerydo​), the woman who would eventually become the love of his life. While fraught with angst largely stemming from their poor family situations, Reuben and Leila became a comforting presence to each other that developed into love. The two would go on to start a family resulting in their son Connor and vowing to raise him the right way.

[that-scouse-wizard]

A great man once said "#9... #9... #9"

that is also my request for Phoenix, David, and Reuben for the OC asks.

9) They are hosting a get together at their place, who do they invite and what do they have planned for the night?

Phoenix: She is definitely inviting Erika, KC and Judith (@judediangelo75). Their respective partners are welcome to come along. Phoenix has Karaoke planned, alongside an array of canapes.

David: of course he's inviting his step siblings, Judith, Nuri, KC, Lizzie (@lifeofkaze), Cato ( @catohphm ) Diego, Penny and Rowan. Honestly, he's content to have a catch up and drink.

Reuben: He's inviting Siobhan, Galen (@cursebreakerfarrier), Selene, Gwen (@thatravenpuffwitch) Cledwyn, Faith and Marigold. He'll take them on a massive camp out in the countryside around Llwelyn manor.

[clovermunson]

@endlessly-cursed you wrote Roxie perfectly!! the “good enough” absolutely killed me because that’s exactly what she would say about Gabriel’s (@slytherindisaster) kissing skills (even though everyone knows the real answer)😂

this was so cute and i absolutely loved reading it!! thank you so much for including my girl in the festivities at the Gray estate!!💙

Weekend With The Grays

𝟔𝒕𝒉 𝒐𝒇 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓— 𝑻𝒓𝒖𝒕𝒉 𝒐𝒓 𝑫𝒂𝒓𝒆? pt.1/?

Lady Gray’s dormmates had gathered in Lady Gray’s luxurious bed. While Siobhan looked at her blue, grey and purple decor, Roxie and Gwen giggled at something and Nadia settled beside Primrose as her closest friend.

“So, I suppose any of you has played Truth or Dare?” Primrose asked.

Nadia nodded and so did Siobhan “The Gryffindorks and I play it most of the time!”

Gwen and Niamh nodded negatively. Prim shrugged “It’s simple enough. We spin the bottle and we ask someone ‘truth or dare’ and if that person answers truth, she must answer one question truthfully, and if she chooses dare, she must do something someone tells them, for example, prank somebody!”

Siobhan smirked ruefully and Gwen and Niamh looked at her in horror, knowing her, it wouldn’t end up well.

The maid served eggnog to compensate the fear as Primrose spun the bottle, landing in front of Roxanne “Truth or Dare, Roxie?”

“Mm… Truth!”

Primrose mulled over the question before asking with a knowing smirk “How good of a kisser is Sapieha?”

Roxanne and Gwen giggled “Good enough.”

The women erupted in giggles as Siobhan mimicked a rather exaggerated way of kissing as she teased Roxanne with phrases regarding her 'version’ of a snogging between Gabriel and Roxanne, thing that made them all laugh.

Roxanne spun the bottle and landed on Niamh “Truth or Dare, Niamh?”

“I’ll go with truth.”

Roxanne mulled over the question before going easy on her “What are you looking forward in the holidays?”

Niamh smiled “See my family again and sing carols in front of the fire.”

Niamh spun the bottle, which landed on Nadia. She decided to be merciful on her “Truth or Dare, Nadia?”

“Dare!”

Niamh asked for assistance for her friends and they plotted for two minutes before Niamh cleared her throat “I dare you to put on some red chapstick, break into Mr. Seymour’s table and kiss him on the cheek, leaving a mark.”

Primrose gladly led her best friend to the other corner of the estate and looked into the big poker room. Her father arched an eyebrow at Miss Erbland with her lips red but said nothing as she sneaked behind Jesse’s chair and her hand cupped his jaw and kissed him, a bright red mark on his porcelain skin. His inmates barked a laugh as he blushed rather violently as both women took the scene to flee the crime scene.

Nadia and Primrose giggled and stopped in the now empty ballroom, doubling of laughter “Did you see his face?” Primrose laughed.

“Something tells me he’ll lose that round.” Nadia commented between giggles, her hands on her knees as they both realised that they were with their hair down and in their nightgowns. They thanked goodness it was winter and not summer… It would’ve been a scandal.

They came back and Nadia spun the bottle, that landed on Gwen “Truth or Dare, Gwen?”

“Hm, dare”

Nadia smiled mischievously “I dare you to send a Howler saying something embarrasing to one of the Gryffindorks.”

They all decided to go for Emerson and they wrote together the Howler, between giggles and pure mischief. They sent it and waited for the results. All over the estate, they could hear it perfectly

YOUR HAIR LOOKS LIKE IT WAS LICKED BY A COW, EMERSON!!

The women erupted in laughter as they could hear the men’s laughter and teasings over Emerson as well.

Now it was Mira’s turn, and they all looked at her with a smirk. Gwen asked “Truth or Dare, Mira?”

“…I’m doomed either way, am I?” She sighed “Truth.”

“How much do you like Mr. Hawthorne?”

She bit her lip and looked away bashfully “Very.” Her cheeks reddened.

The women erupted in cheers and Mira chugged enthusiastically her bottle of Chardonnay and soon it was Primrose’s turn. Mira beckoned Nadia and the both of them plotted before asking “Truth or Dare, Prim?”

“…What the hell, dare!”

Nadia and Mira giggled “We dare you to crash Mr. Yaxley’s game and say this to his ear…” they whispered it to her ear and her eyes went wide! But at the same time… It’d be Laurent’s turn to be flustered.

“Alright.”

Mira and Nadia escorted Primrose to where Laurent’s desk was and she strided the room confidently, sashaying her hips the right way to Laurent before whispering to his ear coyly “While you clean up nice, I rather much prefer the sight of you bare.” She kissed his cheek, close to his lips and exited the room holding back her giggle. The moment they were away from the wing, they all erupted in giggles and Primrose was bright red.

“I can’t believe I did that!” They all giggled before running back to the room, where they told the story and the girls erupted in cheers and giggles.

“Maybe this game is not so bad…” Niamh smiled.

“Another round?” Gwen asked.

They all agreed in cheers, unbottling another wine.

Niamh Kelly belongs to @unfortunate-arrow | Nadia Erbland belongs to @gcldensnitch | Gwen Archeron belongs to @thatravenpuffwitch | Mira Iverach and Emerson Page belong to @cursebreakerfarrier | Roxanne Haley belongs to @beloved-bucky | Gabriel Sapieha and Laurent Yaxley belong to @slytherindisaster | Siobhan Llewellyn belongs to @kc-and-co

[that-scouse-wizard]

A Half-Demon’s Kiss

A/N: Hello everyone, welcome to my latest love in the HP fandom, the HPHL OC community, specifically, the relationship between Reuben Willows and Leila Hellebore that I and @whatwouldvalerydo have discussed. So here it is, I hope you all enjoy!

Word count: 1442

MC friends: Leila Hellebore (@whatwouldvalerydo)

Daniel Gibson (@catohphm) (mentioned)

Siobhan Llwelyn (@kc-needs-coffee) (mentioned)

Marigold Sterling (mine) (mentioned).

Fifth year, September

There was a mild chill in the air on the grounds of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, hardly a cloud in the sky as the sun shone brightly. Many fifth year students would be dreading the times to come for their O.W.L exams. However, one student sitting along the shore of the Black Lake held no such concerns for the moment. No, Leila Hellebore was on her own personal mission.

Teenage rebellion.

Growing up, she and her sister had been subject to their mother’s teachings. For Leila, she had been taught blood magic, that humans would not understand her demonic heritage, and that the only suitable partner was a full-blooded demon, lest her goals be out of her reach. 

Yet, she had come to realise her mother’s teachings were not entirely true. Over her time at Hogwarts, she made many friends amongst the humans here.

Firstly, there was Marigold Sterling, a fellow Slytherin who she had formed a bond with through their shared love of music. Her cello matching Leila’s piano in perfect harmony.

Secondly, Daniel or ‘Danny’ Gibson as he liked to be known. It was only the occasional good morning or hello from him at first but he had always been friendly towards her despite her aloofness. At last, she reciprocated his greetings and was now a trusted friend.

Thirdly, Siobhan Llwelyn, an enabler of her rebellious side. Oh the two had tried to keep to the lady-like roles they were assigned by society but the whole thing was so ridiculous both would now burst into fits of laughter at the very thought.

Lastly, there was Reuben Willows...

Oh Reuben, though he played the position of beater in the Quidditch matches they faced off against one another in, he was such a gentle giant. He had always goaded her in a friendly manner during Quidditch being on opposite teams, her much smaller height of four-foot-nine compared to his still-growing frame amusing him greatly. She had returned the banter gleefully and he became a friend.

He had been the first she had trusted with the secret of her half-demon nature in her third year. At the same time, had laid bare her feelings of fear on not being able to have a normal life. While surprised, in stark contrast to her mother’s belief, he had not judged her for it. If anything, showing such vulnerability had brought the two closer.

Then, he had confessed to having feelings for her in fourth year. On this very lakeshore no less...

She had panicked, pushed him away, yelled at him in an effort to convince him that she wasn’t good for him. That she was bad, tainted and how could a human like him find feelings for someone like her? She still felt a pang of guilt when she remembered the hurt in his expression that day. Regardless, he had respected her wishes and left her alone.

They had spent a couple of months not speaking to each other, maybe the occasional nod of acknowledgement but no words. The guilt and grief had eaten her up inside, she had missed their banter, missed their friendship, missed... him. 

At last, she had approached him, wanting to talk in private. Apologising for what she had said, and just wishing to going back to being friends. He had tearfully, but gratefully accepted her apology, both had cried with relief in the other’s arms from the months of not interacting finally being ended.

Everything had begun looking up.. until she had received word from her mother, she was looking for a worthy suitor for her. Without Leila’s input of course. Though, it wasn’t just that, her mother attempting to micromanage her life, “Show her the right path.” as she had put it. That involved severing ties with her friends and Leila would not allow that to happen, they were far too important for her to lose.

But Reuben was a slightly different case, the summer had given her plenty of time to mull over his confession. The more she thought about it, the more she realised she had developed feelings for her Quidditch rival as well. There was no denying he was handsome and strong, in more ways than one from what he had told her about his troubled home life.

But she admired his loyalty to his loved ones, his enthusiasm when he taught her about dragons, how he pushed her to be her best and so much more. She wanted to be with him, the fact that it would spit in the face of her family’s ideals was only an added bonus. She hoped he would still feel the same way...

Her enhanced hearing picked up footsteps on the sand a ways off behind her, breaking her from her thoughts. She turned to the source, unable to help her face curling into a smile that revealed her fangs. That got the expected reaction out of the Ravenclaw, smiling at her warmly a feeling of joy spreading through her. Though he looked confused, at the fact that she was sitting down on a chequered blanket with a picnic hamper at her side.

“Lei, what’s all this?” He asked, his brow furrowing. Wordlessly, Leila got up, taking his hands in in her own as her green eyes darted between his face and feet. She tugged lightly, attempting to get him to come with her, he didn’t budge.

“What are you playing at Lei?” He questioned, his tone still steady and calm but clearly trying to wrap his head around his friend’s odd behaviour.

“Come and sit.” She responded vaguely, pulling just a bit harder. In response Reuben pulled his hands from her grip.

“No.” He said succinctly, crossing his arms to stop his hands being taken again.

“Please.” She said, hoping that would get him. Though seeing how obstinate he was being was admittedly starting to grate on her nerves.

“Not until you tell me what’s going on.” He retorted, Leila grumbled at that. She couldn’t exactly come out and say she wanted to kiss the fool now could she?

“Reuben,” She spoke firmly, “If you don’t sit down with me, I’m going to jump you and still have my way.” Her serious tone left no room for argument.

Reuben took just the slightest step closer, towering over her, “Try it.” He challenged. Unfortunately, Reuben had forgotten one crucial detail until it was too late.

Leila’s half-demon strength meant she could easily match him in raw power despite what her slim, petite appearance would suggest. He was knocked over flat on his back in his lack of preparation to brace as Leila lunged for him. He landed without injury, his fall cushioned by the soft sand, but now pinned beneath Leila. Her arms were locked straight, keeping his shoulders down as she straddled his waist. She lowered herself down towards him, causing her grey blonde hair to fall and brush lightly against his cheeks.

He couldn’t deny, the feeling excited him, his heart beginning to race as his steely grey eyes stared into the captivating forest green of Leila’s. Ones that he wanted to get lost in forever. Feelings that he’d sought to bury for the sake of preserving their friendship came roaring back to the surface as he felt his face flush red.

Leila smirked at his flustered but hypnotised reaction, lowering herself down even further, turning her head to kiss him. Reuben didn’t resist as her lips captured his own, in response, his began to to move in tandem with hers. His previously tense muscles relaxing as Leila’s hands moved from his shoulders to the back of his neck, pulling herself closer to him. His arms now free, Reuben placed his hands on her waist but dared not explore for fear of pushing things too far.

At last, they needed the air, Leila breaking their kiss. A gleeful smile making its way across her features, Reuben smiling warmly at the sight of her fangs.

“Are you willing to listen to me now? I really owe you an explanation, about this and... last year.” She stated, her face still inches from his and longing to kiss him again but knew it would have to wait for the moment.

Reuben nodded, “Yeah, I’ll listen.” Leila finally stood back up again, offering her hand to him. Clasping it tightly, she lifted him up effortlessly and without another word for the moment, Reuben let Leila lead him over to the picnic.

If this was why she had called him out here, they truly had a lot to discuss and Reuben was eager to hear every word.

[that-scouse-wizard]

HPHL Profile: Reuben Willows

General Information

Full name: Reuben Patrick Willows

Gender: Cis Male

DOB: 17/07/18XX

Species: Human

Blood status: Pure-blood

Sexuality: Bisexual

Alignment: Neutral Good

Ethnicity: White-Irish

Nationality: Irish

Residence: Dublin, Ireland

Later, the Llwelyn Manor

Myers Briggs Personality Type: ENFP, the Campaigner

Special ability: Legilimens

Character Summary: Level-headed though as stubborn as a mule, Reuben Willows is a natural born Legilimens. A love for all things draconic inspires the studious Ravenclaw to become a Dragonoligist. Perhaps he could use his abilities to better understand the minds of the beasts he is so fascinated with. Though he appears intimidating, just don’t voice open support of the Ministry (especially the Warlock’s Convention of 1709) around him and you’ll be fine.

Personality

Artistic: Reuben is very much fond of drawing, finding it quite relaxing, he loves drawing landscapes and people’s portraits.

Calm: Reuben is usually non-confrontational about most topics, except for how competent the Ministry really is, then he’ll absolutely tear into it.

Cocky: Reuben can get a bit arrogant about his achievements when he does well in them. It’s resulted in a few close shaves when handling magical creatures.

Competitive: As a beater on the Ravenclaw Quidditch team, Reuben always encourages a healthy sense of competition between the other houses though even he needs to be careful about crossing the line.

Empathetic: Reuben’s Legilimens abilities allows him to sense how others are feeling, often giving him insight on how best to approach them in the moment. This has gone so far as even being able to calm dragons down.

Hard-working: Work on his grandparents farm/ farm shop reinforced the ideal of hard, honest work in him. There’s no real shortcut to success in his eyes.

Loyal: Reuben has a great sense of loyalty to his grandparents and to friends who show it.

Stubborn: Reuben has the Willows’ family infamous stubbornness, it’s not often he’ll falter from his position on something.

Witty: Despite his imposing size and build, Reuben would much prefer to use brain over brawn unless he absolutely has to.

Appearance

Face claim: Hafthor Bjornsson

Voice claim:

Game appearance: TBA

Physique: Athletic, broad-shouldered, pretty much a walking wall of muscle.

Hair colour: Dark brown.

Eye colour: Grey.

Hair style: Usually keeps it cropped short.

Height: 6′1′’

Weight: 85kg (when full grown)

Scarring: Has three major ones. A bowtruckle scratch down the length of the upper side of his left forearm. One on his right elbow after landing roughly when a cow on his grandparents’ farm chased him. One on his abdomen from an especially feisty Welsh Green wyrmling (baby dragon) after it whipped him with its tail. Also has several on his back from his dad took a belt to him

Body modifications: Has two tattoos on his chest, depicting the heads of a Hungarian Horntail (his favourite dragon species) and an Irish Ironhead (an original dragon). On his upper right arm, a depiction of a Welsh Green, similarly on his upper left arm, a Norwegian Ridgeback. No piercings.

Inventory: His wand, a sketchbook, a journal, his writing/drawing equipment and most importantly, his Irish Ironhead dragon fang necklace..

Fashion: Aside from his Quidditch attire during a match and robes for lessons, Reuben tends to wear very hardy materials one would expect a farmer to wear.

Think this style: 

However, Reuben will definitely dress up well for any formal event, most likely will wear bronze and blue..

Background/History:

Pre-Hogwarts:

-Reuben was born close to Dublin, Ireland to auror parents, their only child.

-Unfortunately, the two of them desired to see Reuben gain the influence of an auror just as they had. 

-They effectively tried to groom Reuben for this career path to an abusive extent, especially to make his Legilimens abilities work as a lie detector of sorts..

-One such measure taken was severing Reuben’s contact with his grandparents when he was nine. Previously, the happiest Reuben had been was working on their farm/farm shop that provided for the local wizarding community. His parents began to feel this was a distraction which prompted the separation.

First year: .

-Despite his best efforts he just doesn’t have a knack for DADA, something that infuriates his parents.

-He meets several of his lifelong friends including the three who would make up his found family, Cledwyn Ironwood, Faith Renner and Marigold Sterling

Second year:

-He learns via letter from his grandad that his grandmother has passed away, enclosed in the letter is small, sharp, serrated tooth perfect for snipping grass and shrubs. The fang of an extinct herbivorous dragon species called the Irish Ironhead, it’s been fashioned into a necklace. One that he wears proudly whenever he’s at Hogwarts.

-Between the summer of second and third year, Siobhan Llwelyn invites him to spend some time at the dragon sanctuary, where Reuben meets his hero, Edwin Llwelyn.

Third year:

-TBA

Fourth year:

-TBA

Fifth year

-TBA:

Sixth year

-Finally after years of trying to avoid or take a sticks and stones approach to his parent’s abuse, Reuben snaps. By this point, he’s fully grown and very strong, he drags his father outside the family home and pummels him to within an inch of his life. 

-He doesn’t give his father the satisfaction of dying, instead opting to spit on his beaten, bloodied form. Then giving both of his parents a stark warning to stay away from him, he doesn’t want them in his life anymore.

Seventh year:

-Reuben’s main residence outside of Hogwarts is his grandparent’s farm, looking after his grandfather in his failing health when he can. 

-Just after he graduates, his grandfather passes away.

Post-Hogwarts:

-Reuben’s budding skills as a dragonologist come to full fruition under the tutelage of Edwin. The apprenticeship lasts for a solid three years before Edwin officially hires Reuben. 

-Two years after that, Siobhan returns from her five year long journey, staying on as a consultant but having no desire to take over the sanctuary.

-Instead (much to Reuben’s surprise) Siobhan thinks he should take over the sanctuary.

-Reuben spends the rest of his days helping to rehabilitate the dragons on the sanctuary, becoming a renowned dragonologist of the time. 

-He documents successes and failures in rearing the dragons, publishing his findings in a series of books. Occasionally being a bit scathing of the Ministry in certain passages.

Family:

Father: Declan Willows

Face Claim: Adam Pettyfer

A harsh man with utter disdain for his son’s aspirations, Declan is very much uncompromising and loathes the thought of his only child rebelling against him. His own upbringing from his father being too much of push over, seeing how it affected his family is it what turned him into the cruel, bitter patriarch of the Willows family

Mother: Sophie Willows (nee Neylan)

Face claim: Anne Hathaway

Similarly to her husband, hates Reuben’s interest in animals and magical creatures. Unlike her parents, despises the thought of being a farmer, hence why she chose to become an auror for the influence it gave.

Her strained relationship with her parents would come to a head when she forbade Reuben from having any contact with them when he was nine.

Grandmother: Aislin Willows (nee Nic Naois)

Face Claim: Judi Dench

A kind and loving grandmother, utterly devoted to her only grandson, Aislin would encourage Reuben’s love of the natural world. Something that caused further tension in the already strained relationship with her daughter Sophie, coming to a head when Reuben was separated from her and her husband, Nathan.

Sadly, she would pass away during Reuben’s second year, having not seen him face-to-face for three years. However, her last gift to him would be the fang of an Irish Ironhead she managed to acquire.

Grandfather: Nathan Willows

Face claim: Patrick Stewart

A devoted grandfather to Reuben and someone who instilled the value of hard work into him. Also fond of teaching his grandson how to bake cakes and how to run a business in the family’s farm and farm shop.

He was heartbroken when Reuben was taken from him and Aislin, but even more so when Aislin would pass away after a few years. His own failing health would sadly mean he passed away just after Reuben graduated but at least had the chance to spend his last days with his grandson by his side.

Granddaughter: Rue Willows

Face Claim: Fiona O’Carroll

Having a similar relationship to himself and his own grandparents, Reuben greatly encourages Rue’s decision to go into Dragonology. Even if it is under the employ of the Ministry as part of the Dragon Research and Restraint Bureau.

He would go so far as to gift Rue his dragon fang necklace, that she would then pass on to her son, David.

Though he would never live long enough to meet his great-grandsons, Reuben had an indirect impact on David’s life. David would befriend Charlie Weasley after the boy recognises his relation to Reuben. David is also encouraged by Murphy McNully (a Ravenclaw in David’s AU) to try out for Quidditch after hearing about Reuben’s exploits on the Quidditch pitch. David is gifted Reuben’s dragon fang necklace by Rue after their relationship improves. 

Allegiances:

Hogwarts House: Ravenclaw

Affiliations: Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, the Llwelyn dragon sanctuary.

Professions: Trainee dragonologist (for three years)

Dragonologist/Author: Rest of his life until retirement.

Hogwarts Information

Astronomy: E

Charms: A

DADA: P

Flying: O

Herbology: A

History of Magic: E

Potions: P

Transfiguration: E 

Electives:

COMC: O

Divination: E

Muggle studies: P

Quidditch:

Ravenclaw Beater (later captain)

Favourite professors

-TBA

Least Favourite Professors

-TBA

Best canon friends

-TBA

Love Interest

-If you’d like your MC to be Reuben’s love interest, let me know!

Best MC friends:

Cledwyn Ironwood, though Cledwyn was very much a dour Gryffindor when they first met with time, the two would form a bond as close as brothers. Reuben often acting as Cledwyn’s voice of reason.

Danny Gibson (@catohphm) a dorm mate of Reuben’s and the seeker on the Quidditch team, the two develop quite a close friendship. On the Quidditch pitch, Danny knows Reuben will keep the bludgers off his back.

Faith Renner, despite her hostile attitude for a Hufflepuff, Reuben made it a mission to befriend her after becoming quite interested in how she would make colourful fish hooks. They would become close friends, bonding a bit more in COMC class.

Leila Hellebore (@whatwouldvalerydo) A beater on the Slytherin Quidditch team, immediately marking her to be a rival. Reuben enjoys the competition with her and even finds the fact that he’s over a foot taller than her quite adorable.

Marigold Sterling, though Mary was quite intimidating, Reuben and Marigold would more often than not find themselves studying together. It would take time but she would eventually open up to him, trusting him with the secret that she was a maledictus and would later ask him to join her in helping to break her curse.

Siobhan Llewelyn (@kc-needs-coffee​) A fellow Ravenclaw and dragonologist, Reuben was initially quite endeared to her relation to Edwin Llewlyn. However, he soon broke past that, becoming a close friend to Siobhan, to the extent of being allowed to eventually take over management of the Llwelyn dragon sanctuary.

Message me if you would like Reuben to be your MC’s friend!

Rivals:

Leila Hellebore (during Quidditch)

Enemies:

-Dragon poachers

Magical abilities:

Wand: Hazel, dragon heartstring core, 11 inches, unyielding flexibility.

Hazel wands often reflect its owner’s emotional state and work best for a master who understands and can manage their own feelings. Others should be very careful handling a hazel wand if its owner has recently lost their temper, or suffered a serious disappointment because the wand will absorb such energy and discharge it unpredictably. It is capable of outstanding magic in the hands of the skilful and is so devoted to its owner that it often ��wilts’ at the end of their master's life. Hazel wands also have the unique ability to detect water underground and will emit silvery, tear-shaped puffs of smoke if passing over concealed springs and wells.

Dragon heartstrings produce wands with the most magic power, and which are capable of the most flamboyant spells. Dragon wands tend to learn more quickly than other types. While they can change allegiance if won from their original master, they always bond strongly with the current owner. The dragon wand tends to be easiest to turn to the Dark Arts, though it will not incline that way of its own accord. It is also the most prone of the three cores to accidents, being somewhat temperamental.

Animagus: N/A

Misc magical abilities: 

Legilimens: A natural born Legilimens, Reuben has the ability to sense people’s emotional states, allowing him to gain insight on how best to approach a situation. Even developing it further to be able to see through the eyes of people and animals.

Boggart form: His grandma calling him a disappointment.

Riddikiulus form: His grandma takes out a vial of babbling beverage, chugs it and proceeds to speak nonsense, something she would do to make him laugh if he was feeling down.

Amortentia (what do they smell like): Wood smoke and brandy.

Amortentia (what do they smell): Fresh grass and cloves.

Patronus: Jack Russel

Patronus memory: His grandfather bringing him a cake for his birthday.

Specialised/ Favourite spells:

Bombarda (Maxima): Only done as an absolute last resort if he’s dealing with a dragon that he can’t calm down. A charm that he’s practiced time and again in order to concentrate into a much more potent version. 

Conjunctivitus curse: If a dragon is being aggressive but Reuben still has a way out, this his go-to spell. Blinding them can give him a chance to get out safely.

Duro: Useful for strengthening materials used in enrichment for the dragons or just making them more resilient.

Finite: Doesn’t wish to have the debilitating effects of the Conjunctivitus curse or Incarcerous be permanent, so uses this to dispel them when he needs to.

Incarcerous: Summoning ropes to bind or restrain something is always handy to have.

Incendio: Being able to concentrate it into a powerful gout of fire is one way to get a dragon’s attention.

Reparo: Always a handy spell to have when you can just repair a worn or broken piece of equipment. Reuben scarcely needs to throw out his work clothes thanks to this.

[that-scouse-wizard]

I'd love Reuben's initial reaction to Siobhan before they were friends and Phoenix or David's notebook thoughts on Katriona

Thanks for the ask! A little surprise because I wanted to do something for Willopeia too...

Reuben: I can't believe it, I'm not just in the same year as Edwin Llwelyn's daughter, I'm in the same house as her as well. I wonder what she could tell me about living on a dragon sanctuary? Maybe I'll even get to meet mister Llwelyn. Yeah... that would be something.

Phoenix: Looks like there's a new beater for Ravenclaw, Katriona or something. McNully seems to be taken with both her skill and in other ways. Whatever the case, if he's so sure of her skill then it's a good sign, I look forward to facing against her on the Quidditch pitch.

David: Finally got to meet that girl that Judith is so friendly with, KC I think her name is. She seems nice, looking forward to our next match against Ravenclaw

Willopeia AU!David: Sprout put us on the spot today, Ravenclaw's beater Katrioan Cassiopeia is needing to resit her fourth year Herbology lessons. I wound up being the one teaching her. Got to say, I'm looking forward to working with her again