((You want classic characters, you got it. Also, I'm aware that the pic is of a modern version of the guy.))
Mercutio sort of spaced out in the sorting room, admiring everything.
"Such gleeful creations; such would be touched by the very hand of God himself, were this not but a mortal design!" ...Right. The man picked up one of the application forms
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His application was eloquent and certainly entertaining. Looks like someone didn't take it too seriously, which was always a good thing.
"Blackberries as in serving blackberry wine?"
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"From what I recall, we're supposed to read your application, then decide where to sort you. I think I'd prefer the basic questions rather than asking your thoughs on the existential nature of the universe or free will versus determinism."
I folded my arms and leaned against the wall, "So, what did you do before you wound up here?"
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"I have seen as much as a man my age could, with my good friend and cousin Romeo, including the ferocity of Montague and Capulet houses' battle." He really wanted to say more, but in an unfamiliar place, it was best to be concise to avoid insulting any potential acquaintance.
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He furrowed his brow and shook his head. "At the very least, you could have specified just what about me was to be offered to the students and professors here as a bribe. For example, is it sexual favours? A bit of tricky charm work or transfiguration? A round of Jenga?" He tapped his fingers against his mouth in thought. "No, I suppose that would be the same as sexual favours, wouldn't it? Well, at any rate, you need to be more specific, or I won't agree to offer myself up in such a way." Not that he would have anyway, but now he was just amusing himself.
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Look around frantically with feet planted on floor.
Scratch head.
"You either have admirable, albeit dry wit, or are missing the point more thoroughly than a knight arming his squire." Mercutio chuckled at that thought. If this was a counter-gag, then...he'd love to exchange jokes with this guy later.
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It was a very ridiculous question, given that pretty much no one at Hogwarts these days took the classes seriously, not even the professors!
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"Your self-awareness is certainly admirable," it continued. "So tell me, then, do you thrive on atmospheres of madness? Or would you prefer to be in one of the more run-of-the-mill Houses we've got here at Hogwarts?"
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Your bribe has been accepted.
Welcome to Sparklypoo!
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