Circadian Rhythm

[MMADfan]

Notes: This consists of four sets of drabbles, one for Morning, one for Afternoon, one for Evening, and one for Night. The vignettes presented occur on different days, and even in different eras, and feature many of our favorite characters from the HP universe, including ADMM!
Rating: Teen (many are quite "kiddy-safe," though!)
Thanks to Hogwarts Duo for suggesting I could post them in the "Somewhat-Related" forum on the board!
I hope you enjoy them.

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Five Mornings

Healing
The man looked at the dawn sky, waiting. The old wizard had said to expect him. He swallowed; pain coursed through him. He hadn’t believed he would need him and had scoffed at the notion of waiting. But now he did need him and, although he didn’t hope he would come, for he could hope for nothing, neither did he scoff. Perhaps he wouldn’t come from the sky at all. The young wizard leaned against the ancient wall, closing his eyes, even that movement painful. Then with a flash, Fawkes was there, weeping over his Hippogriff wounds, bringing healing.

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Monday
What was it about Mondays? It wasn’t even the beginning of the workweek for him. Of course, it would be nice if it were, or even the middle of it. Still, malaise was stealing over him and he wasn’t even up yet. He had work, important work; that should be enough. But it would be nice to be having a collegial cuppa with co-workers, grumbling about this or that, or sharing what they’d done over the weekend. Not that his weekends were any different. Sighing, he pulled on a bathrobe and padded to the kitchen. Remus smiled. “Hello, Tonks.”

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Awakening
Standing and stretching, he regretted falling asleep in the staff room again. He would have to remind the others to wake him before they left for their beds. He felt distinctly peculiar that morning, though. Not nearly as stiff as usual, even when he’d slept in his own bed. But it had been nice and warm by the fire. Oddly, he didn’t feel warm now, or cold. A sudden shriek interrupted his reflections; the Herbology teacher was standing stock-still in the doorway. Without a word, she pointed at the chair behind him, where he still sat, in eternal slumber.

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Response
Minerva read the letter, pausing only once to reread the request at its end. She pulled out a sheet of parchment and her favourite quill. This would be one of the shortest letters she’d ever written. There would be time later for the questions she would no doubt have once she’d had time to consider what it all meant. But for now, this would do:

“Dear Professor Dumbledore,

“Yes.

“I will give notice today and begin as soon as possible.

“I was very sorry to hear of Headmaster Dippet’s demise, but offer my congratulations to you.

“Sincerely,

“Minerva McGonagall”

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Surprise
She forgot she’d been elbow-deep in fertiliser only moments before and sprang up from where she knelt by the bed of Mandragoras. A broad smile on her face, she trotted toward him. Such a surprise in midmorning! Other than at meals, which they took in the company of others and so it hardly counted, they were only able to spend their nights together, and precious few of them. Duty called them both. But today was Sunday! Her eyes gleamed; she thought of her potting shed and a few easily Transfigured burlap sacks. Bending for a kiss, Pomona murmured, “Filius!”

[jayejaye]

Yay, I'm first to review.

Well you already know How much I enjoyed Suprise, But They are all brilliant :-)

Professor Binns waking up dead...Genius.

I can't wait forAfternoon... Jaye :-)

[MMADfan]

Thanks! Glad you liked the Binns one! Hee!

[Hogwarts Duo]

Yay!!! I found them....wheeeee!!!

I absolutely adore these drabbles, as you already know! I can't believe how much emotion and even scenery you are able to convey in just a meager 100 words but you somehow manage to create and entire scene or story based on just those few well chosen ones. It always amazes me how you do it! I'm so jealous...tee hee.

I think my favorite one of this series has to be Awakening. That one is just spot on and I can see things happening just as you described them. Of course the ADMM one is great....gotta love those two when they're together...wink wink.

Looking forward to the next round of drabbles!!! And more of RaM and AAoL!!!

Cheers!
Ang

[MMADfan]

Five Afternoons

Flowers
No witch had given him flowers before. It would be carrying coals to Newcastle to give this particular witch flowers, so Filius had given her chocolates the first time he’d called and elderberry cordial the next. He was nervous throughout lunch, wondering whether the flowers had been a good sign, and whether his sentimental tears on accepting them had been fatal to their burgeoning relationship. When Filius suggested a postprandial stroll, Pomona shook her head, smiling. Now, as he lay beside her, tickling her tummy with a rosebud, he knew the flowers had been a very good sign, indeed.

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Tea
He was coming over that afternoon. She’d stuff him with sandwiches and biscuits, pretending to be even battier than she was. Arabella looked over at her fireplace; her other guest should arrive soon. She’d bought the finest smoked Irish salmon that morning, knowing her guest wouldn’t deign to eat what she normally served her cats. Arabella would make her report, noting that Harry was as normal a nine-year-old as possible given his unfortunate environment. And when Harry sat having tea, a tabby cat would curl up beside him, place her head on his knee, purring as he pet her.

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Accuracy
Ever since she played Chaser in a miserable pick-up game of Quidditch, Minerva realised that, although her paw-eye coordination was excellent, her hand-eye coordination had suffered after years of wand-use. She now took every opportunity to ensure that the next time she played Quidditch, she could aim the Quaffle. Minerva had become so familiar with her wastebasket, she could accurately toss a wadded parchment into it from anywhere in the room, whether she could see it or not. Now, on a leisurely afternoon, feet up, reading Transfiguration Today, she tossed her apple core behind her.

“Ouch!”

“Oops! Sorry, Albus!”

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Heat
His eyes returned to her. He quickly averted them. He’d only recently noticed what a voluptuous figure she had. He knew he shouldn’t look at her like this. There was the large age-difference, for one. And his Dark Mark. Not to mention that if she realised he was looking at her, his gaze always falling somewhere other than her face, she’d slap him, then hex him, before finally laughing at him. If it weren’t such a hot afternoon, if she were more covered up, he could resist.

“Everything all right, Severus?”

“Fine, Poppy, fine,” he said irritably, looking away.

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Summertime
Posted in the "Lemons" forum because of its content!

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Note: There are two drabbles that are too explicit for the general forums, so I will post them over in "Lemons." Thanks for reading!

[Hogwarts Duo]

I just love the drabbles you write! I can always get a true sense of what's happening in the little section. It's like getting to see a wee snippet in time and knowing fully what's taking place.

I think my favorites in this section are Tea and Accuracy. I can just see Minerva tossing the apple over her shoulder and bopping poor Albus as he walks by...too funny!!!

[MMADfan]

Five Evenings

Duty
He’d waited for this evening all year. It was always important, only ever coming once a year, but he still quivered in anticipation at helping decide the fates of dozens of witches and wizards. They actually determined their own Houses; he only identified what was in them. Even at over nine centuries old, he felt a thrill each time he became the centre of attention. He sighed for the days when he was carried in on a pillow. At least this Deputy didn’t grab his crown, but held his brim. She was here for him now; he was ready.

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Waiting
She moved the curtain aside again, looking out across the grounds, thinking he might Apparate to the gates rather than arrive by Floo. Soon the sun would set, and she would be unable to see him walking up the long path. She wanted to meet him when he arrived, greeting him as he returned from one of his mysterious trips. “Adventures,” he called them. They were too adventurous; at his age, he should avoid such risks. Dusk approached; she transformed and sat on the windowsill, tabby eyes glowing, ready to leap down and sprint to him when he returned.

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Invitation
Filius fiddled with his quill. He hadn’t courted a witch in so long, he’d forgotten how. Perhaps that was just as well. But to know whether his attentions would be welcome was as much a conundrum now as it had been when he was young. He could just ask her to dinner . . . her response would say it all. A knock interrupted his reverie. A flick of his wand opened the door.

“Good-evening, Filius. Would you like to go into Hogsmeade for a drink?”

“Just the two of us?”

Pomona nodded, smiling. “If that’s all right . . .”

“That would be delightful!”

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Diversion
His lips fascinated her. She wanted to take them between her own, taste them, lick them, nibble them. Then do the same thing to other parts of him, parts she had yet to see. Sitting here across from Remus in the dimly-lit kitchen, distractedly listening to Kingsley repeat what she already knew, her gaze inevitably reverted to those sweet lips. She tore her eyes away and turned to look at the dignified Auror as he spoke. Her attention wandered back to its preferred preoccupation, and brown-gold eyes caught hers; each stared, then blushed. Remus averted his gaze; Tonks winced.

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Devotion
Hermione arrived at twilight, silently offering an invaluable gift. Now his fingertips grazed the ancient manuscript, tracing words written by an obscure but talented wizard over eight centuries earlier. She was right: this presented him . . . not salvation, perhaps, but certainly a large measure of relief. Severus didn’t believe for a moment it had been a mere serendipitous find. Hermione was methodical. She’d likely devoted herself to its pursuit, not knowing exactly what she was looking for, ever since that day she’d noticed him gripping his left arm, grimacing, and he’d so rudely dismissed her. He looked up. “Thank you.”

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Notes: I hope you are enjoying these! No lemon in this set, but who knows what "Five Nights" may bring! ;D

[Hogwarts Duo]

Hmm, it's so hard sometimes to pick a favorite among the offerings you send to us. I'd have to say, though, that my favorite one this time is "Waiting" simply because I can certainly see that as a very Minerva thing to do. The doting lover/wife/partner waiting somewhat impatiently for him to return home to her and her arms...awwwww...gives ya a warm fuzzy feeling.

And the runner up for me would be "Duty." I love the Sorting Hat and this was just brilliant!!! Can't wait to see what Five Nights will hold!

[jayejaye]

How do you manage to tell a whole story in 100 words? I never would have thought that possible.

I really had a hard time picking my favourite, but I think I have to agree with HD and say "Waiting" I could see that scene perfectly in my head.

I can't wait to read 5 nights *winks* Jaye :-)

[MMADfan]

Five Nights

Waxing
Moonlight splashed through the window. The weary wizard looked out at the palely-lit courtyard behind the old house, where a young witch lounged, leaning against the garden wall, watching fireflies, her hair changing colour in rhythm with the flashing lights around her. Remus smiled.

He joined her under the gibbous moon. Her hand sought his; he let her take it.

“I thought you didn’t like moonlight, Remus.”

“I was attracted by something else entirely.” He touched her hair.

“I thought I would have to come to you, like a female firefly seeking her mate.”

“Not tonight, Tonks, not tonight.”

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Fortuitous
Why she’d been sent with this midnight message was beyond comprehension. She could barely stand being in the same room with the dog. He was a prime example of arrested development. Literally. Snickering, Hestia started up the stairs to find him.

She tripped over his slippers and fell into his arms.

“Do you always leave your slippers there?” she groused.

“Why? Would you like to find out?” His voice was dark and hoarse in her ear.

Suddenly aware of his earthy scent, like fresh loam after spring rains, she looked up, seeing Sirius as if for the first time.

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Presence
He turned in the darkness, waking when he encountered an unexpected fragrance, like jasmine and rose with a hint of spice. Reaching out, he found another surprise. Soft hair, soft cheek, bare neck, bare shoulder. Slowly, memory seeped into his sleepy brain; he smiled. He touched her cheek again, reassuring himself of her reality, her continued presence. Rousing to his touch, she breathed deeply, letting it out with a content sigh, and moved closer to his warmth.

Her arm around him, Minerva whispered, “You’re really here.”

“For as long as you will have me, my dear.”

“Forever,” she replied.

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Love
Pomona stepped from the shower, cocked an ear, then smiled. Filius was singing. She couldn’t make out the words, but it was probably one of those popular Muggle tunes he had recently taken to. Wrapping a towel around herself, she carefully opened the door and peeked into her bedroom. Her smile grew. Filius was dancing, nude and happy, with a pair of her knickers, holding them out before him as he sang, “She loves me, yeah, yeah, yeah! She loves me, yeah, yeah, yeah!” It seemed those were the only lyrics he knew. Or the only ones that mattered.

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Home
Look for this drabble in the Lemons forum!

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Note: Hope you enjoyed these! Let me know!

Just a little FYI: In some species, female fireflies seek their mates, which remain stationary; in contrast, in other species, the female fireflies remain stationary while the male fireflies fly to them. Fireflies are usually referred to as "glow worms" in Britain, but they're also known as "lightning bugs," "fireflies," and even occasionally as "fire beetles."

If you liked these, you may enjoy my series of drabbles, "Budding Charms," over at the Petulant Poetess!

[Hogwarts Duo]

While all of these are simply wonderful, I'd be lying if I said my favorite wasn't Presence. Just a glimpse into the ADMM life gives me a warm feeling and a silly grin on my face. That one was just perfection!

I think my second favorite one was Waxing. The banter between Remus and Tonks was excellent.

Keep the drabbles coming!!

[MMADfan]

hogwartsduo said:

While all of these are simply wonderful, I'd be lying if I said my favorite wasn't Presence. Just a glimpse into the ADMM life gives me a warm feeling and a silly grin on my face. That one was just perfection!

I think my second favorite one was Moonlight. The banter between Remus and Tonks was excellent.

Keep the drabbles coming!!

Glad you liked those, especially "Presence," which is one of my personal faves. I think I like the "Nights" set the best of the four sets, actually. Of course, I've read your review of the lemony drabble in this set, so I know that you like your MMADness with a zesty twist o' citrus!

Thanks for the reviews!

[mmadlyinlove]

Nice... ~mmadlyinlove~

[Catwoman99]

Wow. To say so much, with so little words is an art. Thank you for posting these on here. I'd have to say these were my favorites: Morning: Awakening; Afternoon: Accuracy; All of the Evening ones; Night: Waxing and Presence.

- April :-)

[MMADfan]

catwoman99 said:

Wow. To say so much, with so little words is an art. Thank you for posting these on here. I'd have to say these were my favorites: Morning: Awakening; Afternoon: Accuracy; All of the Evening ones; Night: Waxing and Presence.

- April :-)

Thanks, April! I'm glad they pleased. I was surprised I could write anything without using several thousand words to do it! Haha!

[EloquentPhoenix]

I'm torn between presence and love for my favourite of these. They are just pure perfection. Presence just gave me this happy warm glow and I was so happy for them, and love is the sweetest thing in existence. Thank you for brightening my day And I agree with April, it truly is an art and you're really good.

[The Anglophile]

I've read these several times but never actually got around to commenting...Anyway.

They're all incredibly lovely. I wish I could write like you. I can't pick a favourite, don't make me...

[MMADfan]

anglophile said:

I've read these several times but never actually got around to commenting...Anyway.

They're all incredibly lovely. I wish I could write like you. I can't pick a favourite, don't make me...

Thank you very much! I'm glad you enjoyed them.

(You might like "Budding Charms," which is another set of my drabbles, and which is posted on ffnet. If you click the link in my sig to my C2 on ffnet, I'm pretty sure it's in the C2. If not, just click on my penname at ffnet and go to my profile to find it. It's also posted on the "Charming Roots" proboard.)