Standing still is criminal, & never lasts forever

[Christine Booking]

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Christine had left Floyd, her stomach twisting and churning in worry. She knew how that boy could act, and knew the kind of trouble he could get himself in to. His godly smile and oblivious innocence could easily put an angel to shame, and she knew there were some that could easily take advantage of that fact. Shaking her head of the thoughts Chris continued forward, ambling down the cobbled roads in search of something she could fix for dinner for the two of them.

She wandered from vendor to vendor thinking of ideas, but could hardly concentrate to the mess of her own thoughts swirling in her head. David had been pushing her buttons lately, and it infuriated Chris to no end. 'That uncaring bastard.' she felt herself growl internally, a scowl twisting delicate features. Out of habit her hands automatically went to her hair, and yanked the ponytail tight before letting the soft curls caress the top of her red tank top again. Christine couldn't help messing with her hair when she was irritated or nervous. It was one way David could read when he was pushing things too far, and boy did he just love to push the envelop. Although usually the two got along pretty well, they had different opinions on a few things. Floyd was just one of those examples, and neither were willing to back down on what they believed was good for him.

Chris shook her head, trying to dispel the thoughts of her brothers. She was on vacation, and she was going to enjoy it whether she liked it or not! Brown eyes gazed upon the flourishing market with interest. It was filled with people ambling down the roads as if there was not a worry in the world that could bring them down. Most were dressed in the least amount of clothing as possible, while others just walked around in bathing suits. Chris would hardly find herself surprised to see someone walk by naked under the sweltering heat of summer. The smell regardless of the heat was enticing though. Fresh food wafted through the air, and the soft smell of an early morning rain still clung to place. The sound of sizzling food and people alike was nearly tangible in the air, and the calling of people trying to sell their wares was a thick in the air. Even the chatter of those right beside you was nearly drowned out among the commotion of the town center.

Forcing herself to gaze upon the stands rather than the bustling locals she looked around her once again, thinking rather forcefully on what she could cook for dinner. "Maybe some fresh seafood," she muttered to herself gazing upon a fresh catch of crab. Hands absently fretted with the pocket of her shorts which held her money, the distraction of fresh food enough to keep her attention from the person standing beside her gazing at the same thing.

ooc;; I'm not sure how good this post is. It's nearly New Years, and my mind is running on empty. If no one's posted back to it by tomorrow I'll probably fix it up a bit.

Till then, cheers!

Credit to Now or Never by Madina Lake for the title!

[Alexander Sanct]

Alex walked the streets of the market place looking for anything he might find entertaining. With his father on business for the holidays Alex was pretty much free to do what he wanted, which normally would be a relief for Alex considering he didn't much care for the rules of school. But on this particular vacation he had been hoping to see his father, having not seen him for several months and being the only adult Alex really respected, Alex was generally disappointed that he had only seen his father for a day. Alex took out a cigarette and lit it with his lighter, smoking was a fairly new habit Alex had picked up from his cousin and although he didn't necessarily crave cigarettes like some people, he felt it was at least one way of passing the time when he was bored. His father wasn't overly pleased though about Alex's habit, Alex's new habit had been the topic of choice of his father when they met several days ago.

As Alex weaved his way through the market occasionally looking at different things he began to wonder what his next term at school was going to be like. Having not done well in any of his classes in the previous term he was beginning to wonder what the next term would be like. Alex was only a term away from graduating and he was not quite sure what he wanted to do yet, although his father already seemed to know for him. His father wanted him to continue his education in muggle world, attending school at some college in America that his father had attended, and although Alex respected his father and his opinions Alex wasn't sure he wanted anything more to do with school. As far as Alex was concerned he didn't need to learn anymore then he already knew, or at least learn anything they might teach in school.

Alex finished his cigarette and put it out on ground as he looked up he noticed a familiar face in the distance among the crowd of people in the street. It was Chris, a long time friend of Alex who he saw more as a sister at times then a friend. Making his way through the crowd he squeezed through several groups of people around different vendors occasionally excusing himself as he went along. As Alex quietly came up behind Chris he tapped her lightly on shoulder and said, "For a million galleons guess who might be behind you?"

[Christine Booking]

Christine had been scanning a row of fresh fruit when a new musk drifted by. Throughout the mixes of food, grime, and the biting smell of salt from the sea there was a charcoal musk that suddenly filled her senses. For a moment she tried to place the smell when she heard a voice drifting from behind her, and a slight tap on her shoulder.

Stifling the urge to jump slightly a smirk drifted lazily across her features, and before turning she responded, "A million galleons, huh?" She chuckled a bit. The voice did sound awfully familiar. Chris thought for a second, tapping her finger against her jaw. Then it clicked, and she grinned, "Sure you can afford that, Kid?" She turned around to face him, and smirked.

"I knew it." Chris took a few steps closer to Alex, and gave him a platonic hug. She hadn't seen him for a while, and it was good to see him again. "What are you doing in this secluded part of the world? Vacationing? Getting away from the crazy bustle of life, or what?" Christine wiped her forehead absentmindedly under the stuffy heat of the crowded square.

ooc;; Oh man. That kind of sucked. *Facepalm* I promise the next one will be better.