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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 1:04:16 GMT
And sure enough, Ricardo walked into the Great Hall, glancing around. He looked as if he'd had a bad night, with dark circles under his eyes and rumpled hair.
"Speak of the devil. Go talk to him."
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 1:21:35 GMT
Leo hesitated, a little uncertain. "He looks awful," the Hufflepuff remarked in a low voice.
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 1:24:18 GMT
"You're the little brother! Go ask why," Elizabeth advised. "Or just sit and stare at him. Your choice."
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 1:27:44 GMT
He frowned, getting to his feet and awkwardly making his way towards his older brother, avoiding eye contact at all costs. Once he was within speaking distance, he paused, scratching the back of his neck before attempting to speak. "Uh, hey."
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 1:39:18 GMT
Ricardo glanced down, managing a smile. "Oh. Hey, little bro. What's up?" He noticed the distance Leo was standing from him. His lack of eye contact. lately, it had been feeling as if Leo had been becoming more and more distant from him... Oh god what if he already found out?!
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 8:29:10 GMT
Leo searched for a way to begin, running through a quick list in his head. "Look, what's wrong?"
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 12:06:01 GMT
"Wait. What do you mean? Something's wrong?"
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 13:39:21 GMT
"You've been acting strangely for a while. Everyone's noticed it."
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 14:10:29 GMT
Ricardo sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Yeah, alright, I'll admit that. Look, there's something... kind of important... that you should know about. But I'd rather not talk about it somewhere full of people." Is this the right time to tell him? I can't tell. Should I make something up or just tell him the truth? Why am I asking myself questions like this is some weird Japanese video game?
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 14:36:58 GMT
"Let's go somewhere quieter then," he offered.
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 14:42:59 GMT
Ricardo stood, leading his brother out into the hallway. Maybe if I don't play it off as a big deal, he won't see it as a big deal. Is it even a big deal? I don't even know anymore.
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 14:45:18 GMT
Leo stopped as they reached a secluded section of the hallway, turning to face his brother. "So..."
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 15:00:54 GMT
He could feel his own pulse in his ears. An uncomfortable, swirling feeling was starting in the pit of his stomach. Never had Leo, his little brother Leo, looked so intimidating. Hastily, he averted his eyes. Today was certainly his day of 'coming out,' wasn't it? First Vincent, now... Ricardo sighed. "Okay. So. Ah... this is something that I've known for a while. And I guess I was kind of nervous about telling you, not to mention mom and dad, because I'm not sure how things between us will change and how you'll view me. I should really stop rambling and get to it but I guess I'm a lot more nervous than I expected to be..."
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 15:03:12 GMT
The Hufflepuff held up his hand to interrupt his brother. "Ricardo, are you coming out to me?" He asked with a grin.
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 15:10:34 GMT
Ricardo couldn't help but feel a smile tug at his lips. "Yeah. I am."
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 15:15:06 GMT
Leo laughed. "You should know that I'm not going to judge you for that. And neither will mum or dad," he added.
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 15:16:29 GMT
Ricardo leaned over, pulling his brother into a tight hug. "Thank you. So much."
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 15:20:01 GMT
He returned the hug, feeling his eyes prickle slightly and squeezing them shut. "Hey, no worries. I know you'd react the same way if it were me."
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Post by Copper on Dec 22, 2014 15:22:31 GMT
"So dd you know about this before I told you?" He smiled, despite the tears stinging his eyes. He hastily wiped one away.
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Post by Dawnmist on Dec 22, 2014 15:27:36 GMT
"I'd suspected once or twice, since you've never really bothered with girls before. But y'know, I thought I'd just let you work out what you like for yourself. I'm glad you've told me though - does anyone else know?"
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