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Post by Cornictacus Leroy on Feb 13, 2011 21:42:20 GMT 1
Cornictacus prepared himself mentally and his cooking skills for this, he knew he'd be able to do it, they had to cook the best food for the chevaliers, this would be an easy thing to do, at least he hoped. There is so much war in this world and yet, his cooking made him feel comfortable, cooking made him feel at peace, it was the best thing he could do and he knew it. He just smiled, approaching the field and entering the large mansion where cooks from around the world gathered, he was the only French one it seemed, he didn't mind as he approached his stand, looking at the other cookers, one in particular caught his eyes, he couldn't stop staring at her.
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Post by Helga Artemis Hufflepuff on Feb 13, 2011 22:12:08 GMT 1
Sixteen year old Helga Hufflepuff was on holiday with her family. It had been hard convincing her parents to visit France, since they had only been there 3 months previously. Helga needed to be in France because she had applied for a world's cook convention behind her parent's back. She knew they would not be happy if they ever found out. Helga arrived in the mansion early and she had no problem making friends with the other cooks. She had lied about her age and avoided using her title. |
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Post by Cornictacus Leroy on Feb 13, 2011 22:28:25 GMT 1
Cornictacus looked at her for a while, eventually approaching her, wondering if she was a good cook, he hoped so, he hoped they could be partners for the cooking, he just approached her, and looked at her, a bit silent, completely enchanted by her beauty, he soon shook his head and offered his head. "Hello, my name is Cornictacus.." He said, with a heavy French accent as he looked at her, hoping he didn't look stupid or anything.
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Post by Helga Artemis Hufflepuff on Feb 13, 2011 22:41:24 GMT 1
Helga turned around when she heard a voice coming from behind her. She looked from the man's outstretched hand to his face before smiling. Helga placed her hand into his, unsure if the men of this class kissed a women's hands. "Good morning Monsieur. My name is Helga," she replied. She had noticed his French accent and absolutely loved it. |
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Post by Cornictacus Leroy on Feb 13, 2011 22:50:35 GMT 1
"Enchanté mademoiselle Helga.'' Cornictacus said, taking her hand and giving it a kiss, he was a gentleman with girls, though he didn't know why but he was attracted by Helga, he just gave her a sweet smile, not wanting to let go of her hand but he really had no choice, she would think it was a bit creepy and he didn't want that. "Vous-ete Nouvelle ici?" Cornictacus said, was that a good idea? Could she reply in French, he panicked a little inside, thinking she might be angry with him if she doesn't know the language, he had to think fast.
French Translation: "Are you new here?"
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Post by Helga Artemis Hufflepuff on Feb 13, 2011 23:06:49 GMT 1
Helga was completely lost in his eyes and she could not help but muse on how handsome he was. As his lips found the skin of her hand, her heart skipped a beat and her feet turned to jelly. Helga seemed not to notice or mind having her hand into his. In fact, she looked a bit disappointed when he finally did. The young woman smiled when he addressed her in French and replied flawlessly, "Oui. Je vis au Pays de Galles. Et vous Monsieur?"
French Translation:
Yes. I live in Wales. And you sir?
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Post by Cornictacus Leroy on Feb 13, 2011 23:46:27 GMT 1
"Ah Pays de Galle interessant. Moi? J'habite en France" Cornictacus just smiled as he looked at her in the eyes, she was beautiful, he never expected to meet a girl from Wales being this beautiful, he felt his cheeks blush a bit the more he looked at her in the eyes, he tried to look away but couldn't she was just so beautiful, it was impossible to take his gaze off of her, he even shook his head trying to get to his sense but that didn't seem to work. "Qu....que diriez-vous d'aller boire un cafe ensemble, ou peut etre du chocolat chaud, les moldus peuvent faire de tres bon brevage." He looked at her, hoping she'd say yes for that, so he could take her to that place after the cooking competition is finished.
French Translation: What would you say to go drink some coffee or hot chocolate together, muggles can do great drinks."
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Post by Helga Artemis Hufflepuff on Feb 14, 2011 0:04:58 GMT 1
Helga's eyes shone when he asked her out for a drink. She was about to say yes when she heard a very stern familiar voice calling her. "Lady Hufflepuff. What do you think you are doing?" Helga cringed and turned around to see her chambermaid. The woman had found the letter of acceptance in Helga's room while she was clearing it and went to fetch her mistress before she got herself into trouble. Helga was only a child who craved adventure and freedom, and it was her chambermaid's job to keep her in check. She looked at Cornictacus and whispered, "Je suis désolé. Je dois y aller, mais je serai de retour à la nuit tombée. Au revoir." Helga smiled at the man and ran towards her chambermaid.
French Translation:
I am sorry. I have to go, but I will be back after dark. Goodbye.
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Post by Cornictacus Leroy on Feb 14, 2011 0:40:22 GMT 1
Cornictacus just looked at her smiling, waiting for her answer it seemed like she was going to, until he heard another voice, she seemed like a maid and she referred to her as Lady Hufflepuff, he felt his cheeks blush, he recognized the family it was a wealthy one, almost like kings and such, he felt part of him a bit sad, he would have no such choice with someone of royalty like her, he listened to her reply, incapable of helping himself from smiling. "Tu promets?" Was all he could say but it probably seemed like she didn't hear him.
Hours passed as they cooked their food for different people, he just looked around baking some bread, hoping he would really see her again, at nightfall he remained there waiting for her, dressed in better clothing, pacing around the room, nervous, his heart was beating fast his palms seemed sweaty, he sighed, would she really show up?
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Post by Helga Artemis Hufflepuff on Feb 14, 2011 8:39:08 GMT 1
She was lucky that her chambermaid agreed to keep her little stunt a secret. Helga had no idea how she would keep her promise, especially because she was still under-age and could not apparate. That night after dinner, she changed into more comfortable robes and sneaked out of the house. Helga giggled softly and ran towards the manor. Her eyes lit up when she saw Cornictacus still waiting for her. "Je suis désolé d'être en retard. J'ai eu de se faufiler par la fenêtre pour venir à vous," she apologised and started laughing at her own words.
French Translation:
I am sorry for being late. I had to sneak out of the window to come to you. |
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Post by Cornictacus Leroy on Feb 14, 2011 8:58:02 GMT 1
Cornictacus paced around the room, until she finally arrived, he bowed his head rapidly, his attitude from earlier changing a little, mostly because she was royalty and he was.. undeniably low compared to her. "Je suis content que vous etre revenue mademoiselle Poufsouffle mais hum, est-ce que c'est correct de faire cela?" Cornictacus said, still keeping his head bowed, he wanted to do what was right but the fact she was almost royalty forced him to do such gestures, he just looked away for a while and then at her a little, she looked so beautiful and yet seemed so out of his reach.
French Translation: "I am happy that you came, Miss Hufflepuff but are you sure it's alright doing this?"
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Post by Helga Artemis Hufflepuff on Feb 14, 2011 9:23:04 GMT 1
Helga's smile faded from her face. The look she was giving her was too familiar; it was the look many people gave her when they learnt her surname. As he bowed and greeted her with her formally she was quick to say, "S'il vous plaît ne vous inclinez pas. Et il n'est pas nécessaire d'utiliser mon nom de famille. Appelez-moi Helga Monsieur." Helga watched him with a look of concern, hoping he would not judge her based on bloodline and wealth. "Je ne devrais pas être ici, mais je veux rester," she added soothingly.
French Translation
Please do not bow. And there is no need to use my family name. Call me Helga sir.
I should not be here, but I want to stay.
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Post by Cornictacus Leroy on Feb 14, 2011 9:54:08 GMT 1
Cornictacus felt a bit more comfortable, he still didn't want her to get in trouble but he just gave her a little smile, albeit a shy one, he held her hand and gave it a kiss, in a way to excuse himself, he would call her Helga from now on, he stared deeply into her eyes before remembering where he had the intention of taking her, he offered her his arm. "D'accord mademoiselle Helga, prepare vous, pour du bon cafe ou chocolate chaud." Cornictacus said with a smile, he was wondering if she was hiding anything though.
french translation: Alright Miss Helga, prepare yourself for some good coffee, or hot chocolate.
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Post by Helga Artemis Hufflepuff on Feb 14, 2011 10:22:32 GMT 1
"Seulement Helga," she said with a smile while slipping her hand into his. She thought he was quite handsome and a real gentleman. Helga smiled and said, "Surprenez-moi monsieur." She soon started laughing softly and added sheepishly, "J'adore le chocolat chaud." Helga unconsciously tightened her grip on Cornictacus and looked up at him with an easy smile.
French Translation:
Only Helga
Surprise me.
I love hot chocolate
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Post by Cornictacus Leroy on Feb 14, 2011 11:05:40 GMT 1
Cornictacus just smiled at her and nodded, he was surprised when she tightened her grip on his hand but he didn't mind, he rather enjoyed it, his heart beating quite fast, he eventually led her to that place, it was rather calm and some muggles were there, some of them were couples, he just shrugged it away, hoping she wouldn't be angry, she probably knew this was more like a date which stressed him a little, he pulled a chair for her to sit at, looking toward the staff. "Garçon je voudrais un chocolat chaud pour cette belle mademoiselle ici presente." Cornictacus said and he also ordered coffee for himself.
French Translation : Waiter, I would like to order a hot chocolate for this beautiful miss.
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