The cricket game
POV Ominis
I had spent the entire night thinking about Valerian. How happy I was to be engaged to her. How relieved I was that she was willing to make an unbreakable vow with me, though I wished there had been another way.
And mostly, her alluring touch on my manhood yesterday. Because doing it on myself was one thing, but her touch was so much more enticing. I wanted her to do it again, I wanted her to satisfy my hunger for her once more.
I was also wondering what making love to her would be like. If I could crumble so easily under her touch, how would I keep it together while inside of her ? I was also looking foward to it. I was not sure I could be content with only her touch in the near future. But I knew she wasn’t ready for that step. She needed more time, and I would give her all the time that she needs. I wanted her to enjoy her first time, like I knew I would. Though I felt nervous at my unexperience. What if I did something wrong ? What if she didn’t like it ? And where exactly was I suppose to enter myself into her ?
I let out a groan of fustration to that thought.
To many questions that would remain unanswered.
I thought I should get started on my day with my training routine, then I had a shower. When I got dressed, I went down for breakfast. Though I liked spending time with Valerian’s kind family, I just wanted to spend the day alone with her. Like our date yersterday ; I wished we could just stay like that forever. But I had to be patient.
I found Valerian sitting by her father’s side and opposite her mother.
« Good morning » I greeted.
« Good morning » they all replied.
I could feel my urge to kiss Valerian but I supressed it as quickly as I could.
« Come and help yourself » said kindly her mother.
« Thank you Mrs.Matthews » I replied politely.
I sat down next to her facing Valerian.
She caressed my leg with her foot as to say hello.
I smirked.
« So, there’s a big sporting event in our village today. We thought we could all go » suggested her mother.
« Ma, we can’t even see it. What’s the point ? » said Valerian statong the obvious.
« It’s not about the sports for us young lady, it’s about socializing. Besides the villagers would be happy to see you again and see how you are getting on » expressed her mother.
« Your mother’s right darling. They all have been a huge support to us all when you were blind. We have to take part in our community’s events. It’s important » lectured her father.
I could feel my chest tighten. A wizard among all these muggles. Was this a good idea ? I had no clue how to behave in their presence. But I couldn’t refuse her parent’s invitation. It will make me look bad.
« I agree. But is it fair on Ominis ? He’s a wizard. And you want to mix him with muggles ? And what am I suppose to tell them ? Woman don’t usually study after they’re 18 ! » she explaimed uneasy.
I was now the one feeling uneasy. I didn’t want to start an argument between the love of my life and her parents.
« Valerian, it’s ok. It will be a new experience for me. Besides, I want to understand the kind of world you grew up in. And we’ll come up with something to cover the truth. » I explained trying to sound relaxed.
« See, your suitor understands. It’s cricket for heaven’s sake. We can’t miss that ! » exclaimed his father over enthousiastically.
I was glad her father even concidered me as a suitor. I guess I was slight rubbing off on him.
I could see how fond he was of that … sport he metionned. Maybe it would be a way for me to bond with him.
« What is cricket sir ? » I asked.
« No ! … you mean ... you don’t have cricket in the magical world ?! » he demanded in disbelief.
« I don’t believe we have, Valerian ? » I questioned.
« We don’t. But if you let Da explain it to you, you could be here for hours » she teased.
« Dear daughter, cricket can’t be explained sloppily. It’s an art ! » he declared proudly.
Valerian and her mother laughed.
« You seem very pationate about it » I stated gently.
« Would you like me to explain it to you ? » he asked eagerly.
« I’d love to » I replied like a good future son-in-law.
« Oh lord ... » said her mother amusingly.
And her father expalined the rules to me, detailed every single movement techniques, named the best players … I was amazed at how well he detailed everything, I could sence he was used to descibing actions to a blind person. And it went on for a while as he was talking energetically.
We were cut off by Mrs.Matthews.
« Dear, I think M.Gaunt grasps the concept of it. But if you don’t want to miss the begining, we ought to get ready » she interrupted.
« You’re absolutely right. Let’s get going then ! » he said exited.
We all stood up and fetched our coats.
Valerian attached my wand to my arm, taking advantage of the moment to caress my arm with her thumb which made me smile.
Then her mother did the same to hers.
« Oh, by the way, I need to explain to you simple techniques so we would truely appear to be blind » declared Valerian.
« What do you mean ? We are truely blind. » I asked puzzled.
« Well muggles can’t see shadows like we can. They are in complete darkness » she reminded.
« So what are we to do ? » I demanded.
« Well, unfornuately, you’ve got to rely on others. For instance if you want a cup of tea, ask someone to make you one. If you want to sit down, pretend you’re looking for the chair with your hands. Usually people just move out of the way to let us through » she explained.
« Ok. Got it » I affirmed.
« Da, would you grant me your permision to hold Ominis’ arm today ? » she inquired nicely.
« Absolutely not ! » he shouted schocked.
« Da, if we are to blend in, thus be totally blind, then it must be done properly. If he wad find his way around easily, though he’s never been to the village, people might find it odd » she insisted.
He let out a sigh.
« Fine. But don’t get too used to it young man. This is only for my daughter’s sake » he lectured.
I nodded frightfully to agree.
I was just pleased to be allowed to be closer to Valerian for the day. I still couldn’t kiss her, but I could at least hold her arm in public.
We then left the house I walked towards the village. Valerian was clinging to my arm. Finally I could feel her close to me.
« You did great this morning. I’m sure Da appreciated your willingness to learn about cricket. I know it was really boring, sorry » she admited.
« Actually, I found I interesting. But I’m glad to hear I’ve scored some points on team M.Matthews » I joked.
« I believe you have. Oh, I should warn you that they are many young ladies of age in the village and they will most likely try to get their grip on you » she remarked a bit annoyed.
« Well they’ll be in for a disappointment. I’m your fiancé and future husband after all » I said seductively.
Calling myself that sent a shiver through my entire body. I relished the idea of being hers.
« Shtt, careful, my father mustn’t hear you say these things. Though I am perticularly enjoying you saying these words » she admited.
I knew she would.
« Obviously I can’t present you as my fiancé, so can I present you as my suitor ? » she demanded sweetly.
« You can present me as your most devoted, eager and ONLY suitor » I joked.
« I will » she said happily.
« Are you nervous being among all these muggles ? » she demanded sweetly.
« I bit. But it will be fine I’m sure » I assured her.
« Don’t worry, I’ll stay by your side the whole time » she promissed.
« I’m sure you will, to stop these young ladies of age stealing me away » I teased.
« Exactly » she teased in return.
We both laughed.
We then arrived in the centre of the village. People were greeting us, or should I say Valerian as they recongnised her. They seemed happy to see her.
They asked her what she was up to these days, why she hadn’t come back to the village and found a husband. We just came up with the idea that she was studying to help the blind and that’s how we met. They were intreegued. She presented me as her suitor. The villagers kept asking her parents if we were a good match and if I would propose to her. I heard her mother saying she was truely hoping for it. That was nice of her.
Her father didn’t give his opinion on the matter. He kept saying « we shall see what the future brings ». I guess he was not talking badly about me. That was worth something.
Like Valerian foresaw, many young ladies presented themselves to us. One of them specifically declared that a suitor could court more than one lady so long as he hadn’t pronounced an engagment. I politely refused of course.
As if it weren’t obvious, I only had one person in mind.
Valerian presented me to different people. Everyone was kind and polite so far.
I was surprised no one asked her about her ring. I guess it didn’t look like a typical engagment ring. That was the soul purpose of it. Only she knew what the snake meant to me. It was like our first secret.
The part I didn’t enjoy was when men flirted with MY fiancé. They kept telling her how beautiful she looked, how lovely she was. There kept complimenting her about her looks. And I interrupted their courtship by using my superpower of words, telling them true beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. Of course Valerian was in awe to my words, which really annoyed potential suitors.
I knew my words would arouse Valerian. I loved teasing her.
Her father then found us in the middle of a conversation with other ladies, demanding we follow him to the field. The game was about to start.
« Da, we can’t even see » reminded Valerian.
« You sort of can. Besides, you can listen to the commentator ! » he insisted.
She sighed in disbelief.
« Let’s go if it pleases your father » I said hoping to score more points.
« Alright. Let’s go then » she said unenthousiastically.
« Great ! You’ll see it’s an amazing game ... » and he kept going on about it once more.
I admired his passion for the sport.
We were now standing by the side of the cricket field. There were a lot of people for a small village. I let Valerian stand in front of me as the good gentleman I was.
Her father was shouting and cheering away. I took advantage of this moment to stoke delicately Valerian’s lower back with my fingers. Her father was far to busy cheering on his team.After a few caresses, she took a step back discretely so our bodies would collide and touch. When she did I muffled a moan. It was so noisy no one had even noticed. Now that her body was resting against mine, I could hide my stokes better. I wasn’t even paying attention to all the action happening around us. All I cared about was her. How I wanted to steal her away and take her to some place quiet away from prying eyes and ravish her lips. The thought of it gave me goosebumps. Her presence was so euphoric. I was going crazy just by being so close to her.
There were occasional draughts and I was now inhaling her sweet ginger fragnance and it was consuming. My body was now inflamed by her. She had the power to enliven me without even touching me. That’s how breathtaking she was. My body was now longing for her.
I shook my head. I had to recover my self-control. Now was not the time to give into my desires. So I inhaled deeply and …
Suddenly I could feel Valerian twitching her behing againt my manhood. And of course, I needed no more to spark my craving. I could feel my hardness between my legs aching. I was panting more heavily. Her back was arching directly into my anguishing erection.
Merlin have mercy. I could feel my forehead dripping. I had to resist the urge to grab her hips and thrust brutally into her. My heart was pounding so hard in my chest. I was now overwhelmed by my compultion and I let out a groan of fustration. She was provoking me and I couldn’t even flintch. I could feel her breaths quickening. She was longing for me, for my touch. I swallowed hard. What was I going to do ? I felt like I was losing my mind. She was lunging deeper into my aroused shaft trough the fabric of our clothes. I could only whimper to her delectable actions. I clenched my fists so hard to contain my cries. I hungered for her attention. I needed her, needed her touch to be relieved from this escalating tension.
« Ominis are you ok ? You look so pale » asked her mother.
Valerian immediately turned around.
« I … I... » I tried to reply but my voice was too shaky. I could barely stand I was so aroused.
« He doesn’t look well. It’s just so noisy here. I’ll take him inside so he can sit down » she insisted.
« Ok. I should come with you really » she warned.
« No need. We won’t be long. I’m sure he’ll be fine if he could just relax a bit in a calm place. » she urged.
Her mother was thinking.
« Fine. But don’t take too long. Or your father will go bonkers » she advised.
« Yes Ma » she replied.
She then took my arm and dragged me out of the crowd. When we were far enough, she took my hand and pulled me inside the huge house. I was still feeling dizzee. I was still breathing incoherantly.
I knew I wouldn’t calm down until she tended to my craving need for her.
I had no idea where I was nor where I was going. I just followed her.
She then pulled me to the bathroom as I could smell a nice fragnance of soap and closed the door with the key. She then turned around and looked in my direction steady.
When I realised we were alone, I just slammed her back against the door and consumed her lips ferociously, my hands holding her face. She threw her arms around my neck kissing me as ardently. I had never wanted anything as much as I do now. There was no place for sensuallity now. I just wanted her.
She spread her legs slightly allowing me better acess to push into her. We both growled in rapture. We were both moving up and down, my throbbing arousal was now harder than ever. The tension was escalating rapidly. I hungered for more. I grabbed her sumptuous curves to thrust more deeply and rapidly into her. She was crying my name desperately, clinging to my neck. But I writhed in agony as I was yearning for her touch. I knew thrusting into her wouldn’t be enough. I was greedy for more.
« Valerian … I ... need … you » I plead.
She knew exactly what I meant. She wasted no time lowering her hand from my neck, going down my chest with her fingertips seductively, then running her fingers on my abdomen. But then she stopped there.
« Take your coat and top off » she ordered sensually.
I loved when she barked orders at me, when she had complete power over me. It exited me more.
« Yes Mam » I whispered to her ear as I undressed to her demand.
I could hear her gasp to the pelasure of my response.
« Can I ask the same of you ? » I said attractively.
She immediately took her coat off, as if she was hoping I would ask the same of her. Then she took her top off. I could hear them drop to the floor. The thought of her being topless sent chills down my spine.
I stepped towards her slowly, grabbing her waist and moving my hands uppwards to her bust. But this time, she was wearing garnements. I took my time feeling them, brushing my fingers along them. They were made of lace. I then clutched her waist, I lowered my head to kiss the top of her chest. She placed one hand behing my head, pulling me down as she moaned in pleasure. She arched her back and leaped her head back, breathing heavily as I continued kissing her there. I could feel her body trembling to my touch.
« Ominis ... » she cried.
Her yearn for me made me succumb to her first. I wanted her to satisfy my lust, but after hearing her cries, I wanted to please her first. I brought up rapidly her skirt, desperate to pleasure her, to hear her moans.
« May I ? » I murmured asking for her approval as I kissed her down her neck.
« … yes » she gasped.
I placed my hand directly on her womanhood, to eager to wait any longer. She had provoked me at the game, twiching her beautiful backside into me, she had yearned for this. I started rubbing gently against her purity. I could hear her moan loudly.
« Do you like me touching you that way ? » I wispered to her ear sensually.
« Ominis … yes ... » she cried as her beathing increased.
She was so wet, I could feel her juices trough he fabric of her underwear. I jolted in ecstacy. Her entrance was preparing for me each time I touched her. And soon she would be ready to take all of me inside of her. It was so enticing.
I could feel her delicate underwear over her breasts as I pressed my chest against her. She was truely stunning. She would become my wife and every one of her moans, her elations, her cries would be for me and only me. I needed her to cry my name as only I could make her feel that way.
I brought my hands up to her weak spot, rubbing it faster and my other hand around her waist so she would feel me better.
She growled and clutched her fingers into my neck. Her noises inflamed my arousal which had been agonizing for her touch for too long now. I could feel her body growing weaker. Her legs were beginin to shake. I could feel she was close to her climax.
So I rubbed her more roughly, sliding my fingers upwards and downwards rapidly. She was now panting uncontrollably. I began feeling her body convulse, urging for it to come.
« Valerian … you’re so close » I murmured to her ear.
I wanted to push her over the edge, I wanted her to orgasm for ME.
« Ominis … » she cried.
I kissed her neck savagely to help her come as she liked it. She squeezed her arms around my neck so tightly, digging her nails into it, and let out an irrepressible cry. The pleasure of her climax was so intense she lost her balance. Fortunately my arm was wrapped around her waist and I caught her before she fell, letting go abruptly of her womanhood to catch her with my other arm. I was now holding her tight against me, kissing her forehead. She was trying to catch her breath, her arms still wrapped around my neck.
But now I had another problem. My erection had become sore and even more demanding during her mezmerising release. I knew if she touched me, it wouldn’t take long for me to reach the finish line.
The thought of my release through her stokes tormented me. I was avid for her. My body was trembling in anticipation. I just couldn’t wait any longer. I was desperate for her.
« Ominis ? » she asked. She could feel my body shake.
« Mmmh » I couldn’t even reply I was in such burning desire for her.
I had to let go of her and put one hand against the wall to balance myself.
She knew what I needed. And only she could help me now.
She lowered her exquisite hands down my chest and then my abdomen. I was now panting heavily. She unfastened my belt and unbuttoned my trousers, exposing my manhood.
« Would you like me to pleasure you ? » she whispered to my ear fervishly.
I just hummed in aprouval, still unable to pronounce a word.
She held my member firmly. I let out a powerful groan to her touch. I had been aching for her,desperate for her touch.
But she wasn’t moving yet.
« Please ... Val-lerian» I begged. She was playing with me. She wanted me to beg for her touch. I could feel how much she liked having power over me, to be in control. And it made me yearn for her even more.
She pulled me closer by my neck with her other hand and started her movements going up and down. I groaned in ecstacy. She continued her caresses gently.
« Faster … please … I … won’t … much … longer » I declared panting in compulsion.
I knew I was already about to reach my climax any moment as my mind was growing wild.
She was now sliding upwards and downwards more quickly. She kissed my neck roughly, then going down the top of my chest, sucking hard on a pecific spot. She was leaving a kiss mark on it. The pain was fuelling me to buldge into her hand harder to feel her more intensively. My body was shuddering to the rhapsody. Waves of pleasure were consuming my body. I was about to erupt. I couldn’t contain it any longer. The urge was just to powerful. It was just all too much.
« I want you to succomb for me » she plead.
«Valerian … » I cried.
Her alluring voice pushed me over the edge.
I let my head fall onto her shoulder, grabbing her so tight by her hip preparing for my climax. My body was convulsing in delectation. I let out a loud guttural moan, feeling a warm elexir coming up my shaft as I exploded into her hand now saturated with my seeds. My release was just more powerful everytime.
I was completely out of breath, my chest moving up and down wildly, my head still resting on her shoulder. I felt her arms around me. She was hugging me. I embraced her back right away.
« I love you, Ominis » she declared warmly.
« Merlin knows I love you Valerian » I replied passionately.
We stayed in eachother’s arms for a few minutes more. My chest was moving rapidly up and down against her beautiful breasts. I stroke her magnificent skin with my hand.
When we parted, we put our clothes back on.
« Valerian, where did you learn how to give a love-bite ? » I asked hoping she had never given one to a man before.
« Oh, well, I know how relieved you were that I went to an all-girls school. But you should know that French girls can be … more open-minded. They talked freely about intimite things and boys. I learnt a lot from them » she explained calmly.
« … Please tell me you never got to practised what you’re learnt with anyone before me » I begged.
« Aa, so that’s why you were worried about. Why ? If I did, would you be jealous ? » she teased.
« You know I would. I want to be the first and ONLY man you share that knowlege with because you are mine » I said possessively.
She chuckled and kissed me on the cheek.
« Don’t worry. You’re the first. And you will most certainly be the only one too » she replied sweetly.
« You mean I will be the only one» I corrected .
I swiftly grabbed her tighs lifting her up against me. She spread her legs and wrapped her arms behind my head. Her face was now slightly above mine so I had to look up to face her.
« That’s exactly what I meant » she admited.
We both smiled our faces inches apart. She gave me a passionate kiss, unable to resist.
« We ought to go back, of my father will surely go insane if he sees we both disappeared without a chaperone » she confessed.
« Alas. You’re right » I retorted as I put her down.
« Don’t worry, it won’t be for much longer. When we go to your home, you can have me any time you want » she insinuated sensually.
« Don’t tempt me. If I did, we’d never leave my bedroom » I revealed.
She laughed.
But as a matter of fact, I had just realised that now that we were engaged, we could actually sleep together, in the same room. That is if Valerian was … ok with it. Maybe she was afraid of what might happen if we slept in the same bed. Though I would like to have her completely, I was happy just to sleep by her side, holding her in my arms.
I guess that’s something I’ll have to discuss with her when we get back to Felcroft.
I know there were a lot of things we needed to discuss. But for now, we had to head back.
We tip-toed out of the bathroom, Valerian holding my hand. We managed to get out without anyone seeing us. We rushed back to the game and tried to find her parents. Fortunately, we could still hear the commentator and a lot of noise, that meant the game was not over yet. valerian was the one guiding me. She then took my arm instead of my hand. We must be close.
« Aa there you are my darling. Are you feeling better M.Gaunt ? » asked Mrs.Matthews.
I had almost forgotten why we left in the first place. Or should I say valerian’s excuse to leave.
« I … am yes. Thank you. Just all the noise isn’t helpful for a blind person » I lied.
« Of course. Well, the game’s about to be over any minute now » she said.
Was it really ? Did we stay that long in the bathroom ? It felt like we just left minutes ago.
« Did Da notice anything ? » demanded Valerian worried.
« Luckely for you, he didn’t » she replied.
I could hear her sigh in relief. I was also relieved. I didn’t even want to imagin what might have happened if he noticed we were both gone. What we did was risky, but totally worth it.
We could hear a loud and final cheer from supporters. I could hear trumpets playing, people screaming. The game was over. That was close.We got lucky.
« Did you see that ?! I mean hear that ?! We won ! » he exclaimed enthousiastic.
He didn’t even notice we were gone. Thank Merlin for that.
The girls laughed.
« Now that it’s over, maybe we should go for a drink » declared her mother.
« Yes, lets celebrate ! » said her farther ardently.
« I meant a drink of water » she said sarcastically.
But M.Matthews was to exited to even listen.
When we got to the open bar, his father insisted I drink alcohool with him. I politely refused at first, remembering my last hangover with the boys from my class. But his father was most insistant. So I thought one glass wouldn’t kill me. Besides, I needed him to like me. Maybe he would like me better after a few drinks ?
Valerian wasn’t allowed any alcohool. Not until she was married said her father.
It didn’t seem to bother her either way.
When we had finished our glass, Valerian, her mother and I headed back to their home. M.Matthews was to celebrate a bit longer with his fellow friends.
When we arrived home, we helped her mother make lunch. I peeled the potatoes. That’s something I now mastered. Her mother showed me how to make a stew, going through every step with me, allowing me to feel every unstencil and ingrediant. It was quite simple really.
Valerian excused herself a moment as she needed to use the bathoom.
I found myself alone with her mother.
« I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you Mrs.Matthews » I started.
« What ever for ? » she questioned.
« You have been kind and generous to me. You have shown me more love than my own parents ever have. And you have given me a chance to propose to the love of my life. And Mostly, I wanted to thank you for brining into the world such an admirable, exquisit and radiant woman. Never had I thought I could love someone that passionately » I told her sincerely.
« Oh, you’re just so charming. I’m so happy she has agreed to marry you. I’m looking fowars to have you as my son-in-law » she decalred warmly.
« Really, despite me being a … full wizard ? » I asked.
« Yes. Your stay has proven not all wizards are bad, that we shouldn’t pu all are egs in the same basket. I appreciate the efforts you have made for Valerian. Coming to a different world for her, dissmissing your family for her, though I imagin you are also granting yourself a favour. I hope you can find a family in us too » she said kindly.
This is the nicest thing a parent ever told me. She wanted me to be part of this family and for the second time in my life, I thought I could belong among a family. He first time I ever felt that way was when the Sallows invited me to spend a holiday with them. I felt right at home. But the fact a muggle had welcomed me into her family was new.
« There’s nothing I’d like more » I admited.
« Will you ask my husband for my daughter’s hand then ? Though I know you’ll already engaged. » she asked.
« Valerian and I agreed that I will let him know of my intentions, but I have to settle things with my family first » I said gently.
« What do you mean ? » she inquired.
I paused for a moment.
« I think you understand my family is despiteful. I can’t dismiss them just yet as I’m afraid they have leverage over someone I care about. And you should know I’m the kind of person that protects what he loves dearly. So I need more time to deal with them once and for all » I expained remaining vague.
« You are a good person M.Gaunt. I understand what my daughter sees in you. I hope you will acheive your goal. But can I ask you a favor in the mean time ? » the requested.
« Of course » I replied.
« Will you look after Valerian for me ? As her future husband, I know you will. But we always worry about her. We know nothing of your world. Sometimes I think about her and wonder if she is safe, if she is well treated, if she is loved » she confessed.
« She is definitely loved by me. Dearly. And she is well treated, rest assured. Your daughter’s quite the fighter. She can protect herself you know. But that won’t stop me from always making sure she is safe » I declared
« I believe I can count on you » she said kindly.
I smiled.
Valerian had returned and we continued our work.
When we had finished, we laid the table, and sat together around it. But M.Matthews hadn’t returned yet.
Mrs.Matthews assured he wouldn’t be back until this evening.
« Jim can drink anyone we know under the table » she said.
So we had lunch without him.
« I noticed your ring was quite beautiful Valerian. Has the snake got a special meaning to you M.Gaunt ? » she demanded.
It did. But I didn’t want to frighten her by telling her I coud talk to snakes. Even in the magical world it was a unique ability. And I didn’t want to tell her about Nathara either. Nt until I knew them better.
« It has. My ancestor was one of the founders of Hogwarts, the most famous school in the magical world. And his emblem was a snake » I explained, leaving the real reason beside for now.
« Well, that’s quite something. From what I gathered so far, you’re family seems to be quite grand » she told impressed.
I paused.
« We’re no grander than others, trust me. But I guess they believe that » I commented.
We finished our lunch talking about Valerian’s childhood. I got jucy details I could tese her with. I loved how close she and her mother were. It must be nice to have a family that actually cares about you, who loves you and who looks after you.
Valerian told her mother we would probably leave tomorrow as we had a lot of homework to do. And she was right. We had tones. But I was just looking foward to spend some alone time with her. Of course we would have to do the unbreakable vow as soon as possible as I would have to visit my dreadful family this week.
We then cleaned everything up, sat all together in the sunlounge. Her mother read to us another part of a book. Valerian took my hand in hers and rested her head on my shoulder in front of her mother. But Mrs.Matthews didn’t say anything. I guess she tought it was ok as we were now engaged. We then went for a walk all together and came home later to prepare dinner.
When we got started, M.Matthews barged into the house, as drunk as a skunk.
He was in a merry mood. I was surprised he could still stand if he had been drinking all afternoon.
He asked me to drink one last glass with him in the living room while the girls were preparing dinner. Of course I would have rather stayed with the girls but I couldn’t refuse. I could feel my heart skip. As we were leaving tomorrow, I guess he wanted to talk about Valerian and me.
« Don’t worry, it will be fine. Luckily for you he’s in a good mood » she whispered to my ear.
I guess that could help plea my case.
I followed him into the lounge. He served me a drink first, then he poured himself a drink.
I could smell whisky. He toog out the strong stuff.
I sat on the sofa, him on an armchair.
« Did you enjoy your day Sir ? » I asked politely.
« Yes ! I am thrilled that we won ! » he said enthousiatic. « How did you find the game ? »
The truth is, I didn’t even see the game, see the shadows I mean, nor hear anything as we disappeared with Valerian during the entire game.
« … to be honnest Sir I felt dizzee for a moment, so I had to leave in order to recuperate » I replied honnestly.
« And you disappeared with my daughter during that time » he said with a serious voice.
So he knew we vanished for a while. He was no fool, he had noticed we were gone. I was just hoping he didn’t know the whole truth. I could feel the beats of my heart in my chest. I was starting to panic.
« … yes. She helped me find my way around to a more quiet place as I was about to pass out » I replied uneasy.
It was true, Valerian had really pushed my arousal beyond my limit this time.
« So long as you didn’t lay your hands on my daughter » he declared severely.
I had to keep it together. If he knew what we were really up to, I’d be as good as dead.
The hardest part was to keep my face still. I knew people could immediately see right through me. My face said it all. But this time, I had to make it look convincing. I concentrated on anything else but Valerian. I just had to think about Marvolo and it did the trick.
« Sir, I was hoping we could talk about Valerian if you’d consent to it » I said trying to change the subject.
He laughed.
« Let me guess, you’re going to ask me for her hand now ? » he said a bit harshly.
I mustn’t take his words to heart I thought.
« Do you disaprove of me ? » I demanded fairly.
« I would have prefered my daughter to marry a nice non magical being, I will admit to that » he said frankly.
« But if she did, then she would have to tell this person about the wizard world. She would always feel different . And that’s the last thing one needs when you’re blind, to feel like we don’t belong. She shouldn’t settle for a relationship that won’t let her be herself. And with a non magical being, she’ll never be herself. Because she is magical, in every way » I declared honestly.
« And I guess you’re a good match for her ? » he said sarcastically.
Now was the time to prove myself.
« At first, I thought she was far too good for me. She is so much smarter than I am, so much more cunning, more gentle, more compassionate. But then I realised that love is a partnership. And we must both feel on equal terms, love equally, share equally. And Valerian and I share our love for eachother equally. I believe our love to be healthy, and that means brining out our partner’s best qualities, being open to change, it’s also about not trying to change your partner, it’s expressing our feelings for eachother and it’s about commitment. I’m not afraid to tell you that I love her, more than I have ever loved anyone in my entire life » I narated.
« But what do you know about love if your parents never … express their feelings for you ? » he said diplomatically.
« You’re right, they never did. But I do know what love is. I just didn’t find it in my family. I found it in my best friend and his family. His parents and sister welcomed me into their home, loved me, cared for me. And when you were stripped away from these privileges, you actually appreciate them much more. And I hope you will give me a chance to be part of your family Sir, because I would very much like to. Not only because Valerian is the love of my life, but also because you are good people, and you have shown me what being part of this family would mean. You and Mrs.Matthews have been kind and generous to me. At first, I was nervous coming here. Not only because you’re my true love’s parents, but because you were muggles. And like I said, I was raised with the idea to despise you. But I don’t. And you are proof that my family’s wrong about you. » I said emotionally.
His father remained silent.
« I’m not going to ask you for Valerian’s hand. » I declared.
I heard him gasp in surprise.
« Not yet. I want to settle things with my family first . And it shouldn’t take too long I hope. Then, I WILL come back to you, and ask you for your daughter’s hand in marriage, because I have every intention of living the rest of my life by her side as her husband. This should give you time to think about my proposal. » I confessed.
He was silent, probably reflecting on my words.
« You mentioned keeping your distance with your family » he said.
« Yes »
He paused. He probably knew that it wouldn’t be easy.
« You do have your way with words ! » he exclaimed. « I promise to think about it. »
« Thank you » I replied.
We finished our drinks and went to dining room. Dinner was ready.
We enjoyed a last meal together, her father describing today’s game once more, Valerian and her mother laughing.
And I must admit I would enjoy spending more dinners like this with Valerian’s family.