This Place Has Lost Its Sparkle ((Cougar))

[Ingrid Lewis H4]

"Ingrid, honey, you were so excited to be doing this last year. Why aren't you excited this time?" Ingrid glanced at her mother sideways. Did she honestly just ask that question? Her whole summer had been ruined by that stupid hospital stay! Why would Diagon Alley make her anymore happier than Sita could? She loved spending time with her best friend, but even spending the whole day with Sita hadn't put her back into her hyper bubble. It was really weird to see the world through calmer eyes. She was still kind of happy, she'd been happier, but she wasn't hyper. Not like Aaron. Ingrid pushed some of her blonde hair behind her ear and crossed her arms across her chest. "Ingrid, please, be a bit more cooperative." She sent her mother another sideways glance and then turned on her heel while saying she would be around the Alley before leaving Flourish and Botts. Ingrid’s hair whipped behind her as she stepped outside into the windy afternoon. It wasn’t a good day, it was rather gloomy in fact. It reflected Ingrid’s mood almost perfectly. Lately she had been a little brat to her family, even Janine – who had burst into tears more than once over Ingrid’s attitude.

“Ingrid May Lewis! You get back here!” Ingrid turned her head to look over her shoulder, and saw her mother standing with her hands on her hips and Janine hiding behind her with tears welling in her eyes. Without responding, Ingrid continued down the alley. She could just see the look on her mother’s face. It was one of anger, but there wasn’t much she could do because she was afraid that whatever she said would hurt Ingrid emotionally. Mrs. Lewis went back inside with Janine following her, and Ingrid continued down the alley to the Leaky Cauldron where she figured she could order some water. She had enough money for that alone, and probably a sandwich as well. She pushed open the door and found an empty table, ordering a sandwich and a glass of iced water. She sat back, swinging her legs back and forth and looking out the window. When her sandwich appeared along with her water, she started in on that – not even aware someone had approached her.

[Cougar Farmer R7]

Cougar stretched himself. He was sore, and in a bad mood, but he needed some things from Diagon Alley. He forced himself out of bed and stood on the floor. He went and got a shower and got dressed in his usual blue-jeans and a pink oxford. He usually liked to look good. It made him feel confident for some reason. He told his dad where he was going, and he agreed. They exchanged the usual morning small talk as Cougar ate some bacon and biscuits. He left their Board, and proceeded to Diagon Alley

He arrived to find the place busy as usual. He headed for Madam Malkin's because he needed some new robes. He walked in let her get the measurements, and left to pick them up later. He then went to Ollivander to talk to the clerk. He saw that he wasn't busy, so he walked in. He loved talking to the old man, he loved talking to mast elders they has some interesting and mindful wisdom. He thanked the man for the stories, and yet again walked out into the bust Diagon Alley square. He then went to Gringott's, for he was running low. He got some money, and grinned. He loved knowing he had money, because anyone knows that money is power.

He then decided on a place to chill for a while. Instantly, he thought of the Three Broomsticks. He thought about the cold water and the delicious fresh fudge they made, not to mention their sandwiched were excellent. He then proceed once again to yet another of the famed Diagon Alley Shops.

He walked in and looked around. He didn't see anyone he knew at first. His heart sank a little. Until, that is, he saw a girl he knew. He had met her before, but he could swore she was a Firstie last time. He walked over just as they brought out a sandwich. "I'll get that." He told the waitress, getting out a few knute(having galleons on hand if he needed them). "And I'll have what she's having, only I want some world famous fudge with it. Two pounds will work one for me one for her." Cougar said nodding his head toward Ingrid. He turned to her, "So how's life been treating you lately?" Cougar asked. He eagerly awaited his sandwich.