#the courtyard

[lulublack90]

Prompt 14 - Rejection

@jegulus-microfic July 14, Word count 577

“Hey, Evans, go out with me!” 

“No!”

“Hey Lily, date me!”

“Not a chance!”

“Oi, Evans, you me Hogsmeade!”

“I would rather befriend a venomous tentacula!”

James was well acquainted with rejection. It was almost a daily occurrence at that point. He’d been asking Lily Evans out for years. He didn’t know what he’d do if she said yes. He just asked now because he always had. 

After the latest rejection, he wandered out into the courtyard, alone. He lay on one of the stone walls around the fountain and let the early summer sun warm him. 

It was quiet in the courtyard, all the other students were either in lessons or studying for their exams. He began to drift off and was woken by a set of footsteps entering the courtyard. The footsteps paused, and he heard the sound of shoes spinning on the stone slabs. He cracked open an eye and saw Regulus Black exiting the area. 

“Hey, Regulus, you can stay,” He watched as Regulus’s back and shoulders tensed. “I can go if you want to be out here alone,” He added. He’d tried so hard to get Regulus to like him the first two years he was at Hogwarts, but he’d finally given up when he couldn’t even entice a smile out of the boy. Regulus huffed but came back over to where he was lying. James sat up and made room for him. 

They sat in silence. James watched Regulus out of the side of his eye as Regulus tipped his face up enjoying the sun and breeze. He, of course, knew how alike the brothers looked, but this close to him, he could see the differences. Regulus had the Black family's high cheekbones and angular jaw, but it was softer than Sirius’s. His eyebrows were a slightly darker shade than his brothers and his curls had more of a wave to them. 

“Stop staring at me, Potter,” Regulus grumbled. James quickly pulled his eyes from Regulus. He couldn’t figure out how Regulus knew he was watching him, as he hadn’t opened his eyes at all. Regulus rolled his shoulders and stood up. He nodded at James and walked back to the castle door. James realised he didn’t want him to leave. He gave into the impulse and opened his mouth. 

“Hey, Regulus, wanna go on a date?” He was fully prepared for a rejection. Regulus turned his head and looked him up and down. His head tilted to the side. 

“What have you got in mind?” He asked. James’s mouth went dry. This had never happened before. Lily had never asked him what the date would entail. He quickly racked his brain for something they could do that Regulus would enjoy. 

“Quidditch pitch? We could run some drills, I could watch you run rings around me. We could toss a quaffle around?” He winced, it was a lame idea, Regulus Black would expect far more. 

“Tomorrow evening after dinner?” Regulus said to him. He was in total shock. Was this actually happening?

“Yeah, sure, see you then,” He stammered. Regulus opened the door, he paused before he fully left. 

“Oh and Potter, I won’t be going easy on you, so you’d better be on your game,” He left James slightly bewildered, but for the first time he hadn’t been rejected. He rushed upstairs to make sure his quidditch uniform was clean and to polish his broom ready for his date tomorrow. 

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[thedestinysunknown]

Castlevania: Chronicles - The Courtyard:

"This is such a beautiful stage but don't let it's beauty fool you. It's definitely not an easy one, specially the beginning. There's so many annoying little gimmicks that will ruin the fun. At least the boss fight is quite tolerable."

PS: the gameplay used for this gifset is not mine. The original video belongs to the user: Amonimus, on Youtube.

[spookydefendorkitty]

Wicker Furniture in Delhi: Timeless Style for Indoor and Outdoor Spaces

Wicker furniture has long been celebrated for its natural beauty, robust build, and versatility. Whether used indoors to add a touch of rustic warmth or outdoors to create a cozy retreat, wicker furniture is an excellent choice. For those looking for high-quality wicker furniture in Delhi, the city offers an impressive range of products to suit various needs. This article delves deeper into the appeal and utility of wicker furniture, its various types, and why it’s a smart investment, especially in Delhi’s diverse climate.

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Types of Wicker Furniture

1. Wicker Chair

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Beyond furniture, wicker accessories such as storage baskets, planters, trays, and lampshades add subtle charm to any room. These small but impactful items tie together a design theme and bring a cohesive, natural feel to your interiors or outdoor spaces.

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Delhi’s fluctuating weather, ranging from scorching summers to damp monsoons and chilly winters, requires furniture that can endure these shifts without compromising style or functionality. Wicker furniture rises to the occasion with the following benefits:

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Styling Tips for Wicker Furniture

Create Contrasts: Pair wicker chairs or sofas with soft cushions in bold patterns or earthy tones for a balanced look.

Layer Textures: Use throws, rugs, or curtains in complementing materials like linen or wool to add depth to your wicker furniture setup.

Highlight with Lighting: Lanterns, string lights, or candles can amplify the natural charm of wicker furniture, especially in outdoor spaces.

Accessorize Thoughtfully: Add planters, trays, or wicker storage baskets to tie the look together. These small touches make your space feel warm and inviting.

Mix and Match: Combine wicker furniture with metal or wooden pieces for a modern twist on classic styles.

Why Invest in Wicker Furniture in Delhi?

Delhi’s homes and lifestyles demand furniture that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Wicker furniture offers the perfect solution by combining beauty, durability, and practicality. Whether you’re furnishing a compact apartment balcony, a sprawling garden, or an indoor living space, wicker furniture adapts to any setting effortlessly - The Courtyard.

From wicker chairs and tables to luxurious sofa sets and loungers, the options are vast and varied. Add wicker dining sets for family meals or bar furniture for hosting friends, and you’ll find that wicker furniture transforms your home into a comfortable and stylish haven.

In conclusion, wicker furniture is not just about style—it’s about creating spaces where functionality meets charm. For Delhi residents, it’s an investment in quality, adaptability, and a timeless design that can be enjoyed for years to come.

[renyano]

[jesse-is-inarguably-purple]

imagine ur garthy o’brien, just trying to fuck this hot ranger you met at your brothel that you own, except her teenage kids/wards/bosses keep knocking on the door to your bedroom and interrupting you guys and THEN you learn that she’s actually in a committed relationship but didn’t tell you, so THAT sucks but THEN one of the teens comes and finds you in the middle of the night yelling about how his friend is gone and they can’t find him and he might be in danger, so you help him teleport to his friend, and then when they all get back, looking extremely upset and dejected, you apologize to the ranger’s daughter for making her feel uncomfortable by fucking her mother and in the process SHE reveals to you that her mom’s boyfriend is actually this really cool werewolf guy that you KNOW and have fucked on multiple occasions

[kdmiller55]

Entrance Into God’s Presence

1 He made the altar of burnt offering of acacia wood. Five cubits was its length, and five cubits its breadth. It was square, and three cubits was its height. 2 He made horns for it on its four corners. Its horns were of one piece with it, and he overlaid it with bronze. 3 And he made all the utensils of the altar, the pots, the shovels, the basins, the forks, and the fire pans. He made all its…

[fuckyeahchinesegarden]

王捌院子wangbayuanzi, 南宁nanning

[housederiva]

Do you guys want to know the thing that pisses me off about Inquisition the most? If you play your cards right (have Alistair stay a warden and side with the mages instead of the templars) You can have Alistair and Fiona both at Skyhold at the exact same time and there's not a single interaction between the two of them. Which from Alistair's perspective is stupid because Fiona is a grey warden who's been cured of the blight and from Fiona's perspective is frustrating because she is his mother and she knows she's his mother

“Oh I shouldn’t talk to him because his father asked me not let him know he’s my son” Girly Maric’s dead and you have agency over your life. Get your ass to the courtyard and at least introduce yourself as the cured warden??????

[remodelproj]

Stepping thru Japanese style courtyard to home's entry. With overhead trellis.

[keepingitneutral]

"Open House," Bremen, Germany,

Courtesy: Robert Konieczny / KWK Promes

[pocketfullofsimshine]

Riverside Roost 30x20 lot - No CC

3 bedroom | 3 bath | garage | attic (storage area)

download gallery ID: jennie366 download tray files : here

[arc-hus]

Maison de Verre, Paris - Bernard Bijvoet & Pierre Chareau

[uncharted-constellations]

But yes my plan was fem magazine pink link paired with game manual pink zelda, who couldve guessed this.

[poorly-drawn-mdzs]

Never gonna live that down.

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[thesilicontribesman]

Chesters Roman Fort Headquarters Courtyard and Roman Phallus Relief, Chesters Roman Fort, Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland

[fuckyeahgoodomens]

Fun fact: the Job's courtyard in Good Omens S2 a homage to Ben Hur, the 1959 film :)

concept art:

Ben Hur film:

the GO episode: