a l o n e (Safira)

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Demetri hummed softly to himself as he poured the sparkling cherry gillywater into the wine glasses. He was planning a dinner for Safira, and a romantic one at that. Rose petals covered the table and a thick, vanilla scented extract filled the room. He finished setting the table and scooping the meal of chicken, potatoes, and salad into their proper places. A sudden knock at the door came, and he rushed to answer it. Throwing it open, he straightened his tie and smiled at...

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Safira grinned widely at her lover. It was summer, and there wasn't a need to sneak around so much. She had simply told Pansy she would be spending the night at one of her girlfriend's house, and her mother had not refused her. For the evening she had donned a short black dress with a deep v-neck and cherry red pumps. Safira inhaled deeply, the smell of Demetri's cooking and the hint of vanilla met her nose, as well as the cologne he always wore. She probably liked the last of the three the best. "Hello sexy," Safira said as she slipped inside.

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"Now who is this attractive woman who found her way to my doorstep?" Demetri asked. He pulled her into a passionate kiss then released her and ushered her inside. "You're just in time for this wonderful dinner I've so graciously prepared. I hope you like chicken." he replied with a grin. He finished preparing the table then pulled Safira's seat out for her. "Here you go my love." he said quietly, gesturing to the seat. "A throne fit for my princess."

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Safira giggled, Demetri sure knew how to be quite the charmer. As for the food, she wasn't too picky about what she was served, it was actually nice to not have to eat the grandiosely prepared meals at the Malfoy Manor. While she didn't mind it, it got to be a bit much. After Demetri sat, Safira reached across the table and loosened his tie. "There, much better," said Safira.

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Demetri grinned and took the tie off completely, throwing it to the side. He unbuttoned the first two buttons on his dress shirt and grinned foolishly. He lifted his glass, filled with his favorite flavor of carbonated gilly water. "A toast, to the most beautiful woman in the entire world. May she be with me forever." he said, cocking his head slightly, proud.

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Demetri grinned and took the tie off completely, throwing it to the side. He unbuttoned the first two buttons on his dress shirt and grinned foolishly. He lifted his glass, filled with his favorite flavor of carbonated gilly water. "A toast, to the most beautiful woman in the entire world. May she be with me forever." he said, cocking his head slightly, proud.

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At that Safira's cheeks coloured deeply, although they were entirely an item now, he was still able to make her blush like a schoolgirl. She lightly clinked her glass against Demetri's. "And to the most wonderful man," Safira added to Demetri's toast. Safira took a small sip of her gillywater, and then began to cut her chicken into bite-sized pieces delicately, like the proper young lady that she was supposed to be.

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Demetri began to delicately cut into his chicken all the while watching Safira lovingly. He still couldn't believe how wonderfully amazing their relationship was going. Other than the two minor setbacks of Isaac and Katrya finding out, everything was working out well. With a start, he realized they were coming up on their one month anniversary. He was going to have to remind himself to do something special for her when that date came. He pushed his plate aside after finishing and then clasped his hands together, meeting Safira's gaze lovingly.

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Safira finished shortly thereafter, and she too pushed her plate aside. With a quick flick of her wand, the dishes began to do themselves. She was rebellious when it came to the 'no magic away from Hogwarts' thing, but Safira was careful about it, only performing magic in magical homes, there was no surefire way to trace the spell back to her. "Perhaps tomorrow I'll start," said Safira, leaning over the table and placing a light kiss on Demetri's lips. "Bringing my things over," She kissed him again.

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Demetri smiled gently. "That would be wonderful." he replied softly, pulling Safira into a warm embrace. At times, they were passionate lovers, and at others, they were truly the best of friends. He fondly remembered a time when he had asked his father why he married Terese. His father's response had been paired with a question. Do you know why Mum and I are so close? he had asked. Demetri had shaken his head no and his father continued. It's because I married my best friend. Remember that, always. Demetri always smiled when he looked upon that memory. And it was true, being with a best friend was incredible. Especially if she happened to be the most amazing, beautiful woman alive.

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"But enough about that for now," said Safira, bringing her index finger upon Demetri's lips, as if shushing him. "For tonight, we can do things that are loads more fun." She was willing to do anything that her lover wanted. Ever since the encounter in Demetri's quarters, Safira craved being with him in that sense, although his company was thrilling.

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Demetri grinned, pulling Safira into a gently kiss. He untangled himself from her, taking her by the hand and leading her into the bedroom. It was much more elegant than the quarters at Hogwarts, and was a bit more homey. He sat her down on the large couch and then sat himself across from her. Pulling out his acoustic guitar, he smiled gently. Without a word he began to play. It was a beautiful song, with no lyrics to accompany it. He supposed he could add lyrics, but not now. He was enjoying just playing the beautiful song for her.

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Safira leaned forward, taking in the beautiful sounds that Demetri played on his guitar. She was pleasantly surprised, she had not known that he played, nor played so well. She herself did some with music, not a ton, just what her mother had forced her to learn. Voice lessons and piano. But Safira hadn't practiced in quite some time. Hopefully Pansy would forget about scheduling the typical recital at the end of summer.

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Demetri finished the song and rested his guitar in his lap. He studied its smooth brown surface before looking up at Safira sheepishly. "I'm a bit rusty." he replied with a small laugh. It was true, he had only recently picked up his guitar in order to play the song well for his love. He placed his guitar against the wall and studied Safira. Shaking his head, he muttered, "Why me?"

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Safira leaned forward and placed her right index finger on Demetri's lips lightly. "Don't question what we have. Love is blind; doesn't care about age, or any of that. It just... is." Safira whispered, and then pulled back her finger. She instead replaced it with her lips with a light kiss. She kept it short, but sweet before pulling away, looking deeply into the eyes of her lover. "I think you play beautifully," Safira added in a quiet tone.