3rd book | Video + Action

[logical_lioness]

[Network]

[The video clicks on to show a brightly smiling Hermione.]

Well, there's been a pleasant and much needed development.

I've just secured and moved into my own rental property. The real estate agent was reluctant to rent to someone so young but I had excellent references from Nurse Joy and the head Librarian at Goldenrod, plus I was able to produce all my recent payslips. The owners are a really nice couple who even threw in the furniture. It's small, rustic and outdated, but it's perfect for me and my pokemon. It sits on an acre, which is excellent, as now I can let all the pokemon roam instead of being stuck in their pokeballs or in the computer. It even has a little lake for my water pokemon and a barn which the owners said they're happy for me to use.

[She turns the camera to show off the cottage and land.]




It's just outside Goldenrod City, off route 34, so if you ever need a place to stop and rest, please feel free to drop in.

[Action]
Hermione had just let the last of her pokemon out and explained to them that this was now their new home, encouraging them to go explore.

As she watched she felt a lump in her throat. She missed her friends and family. Getting her own place was a huge milestone, one that she'd achieved far earlier than anticipated, but she didn't have anyone to share the excitement with. She sighed, as she turned to fill food bowls for her pokemon. Renting a place meant permanency. Despite all her research and fact checking over the past three months, it seemed she was stuck here until something new was uncovered.

Cyto floated over to nuzzle her. 'It's okay Cyto, " she said smiling at the green plasma pokemon, hugging him back.

"I just wish... "

What did she wish? That she was back home? That she wasn't here with her pokemon any more? To go back to that point where dementors were giving her the kiss of death?

"....I miss my friends and family back home."

Comments

[video]

[notclearwater]

[ Jack was nosing up under Credence's arm as he was trying to get the gear set right. He sighs and puts an arm around him to rub his head. There was a thump in the background because his tail was whapping into the floor hard out of delight because it was Hermione and she was a food giver, even if she was just in the video screen. ]

Hello..! Um.. I wanted to tell you I liked your house. And I'm glad you live.. um.. I actually don't know where Goldenrod is..? I think it's close. I ... I'm sorry, I already messed the conversation up."

He rubs his hand against his face, then into his hair. He really needed a haircut.

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[logical_lioness]

[Hermione smiled as Credence popped up on the screen. She hadn't seen him since their Ruins trip with Newt.]

Hi Credence, hi Jack! Thank you, you're both welcome to visit any time. Goldenrod is just past Ilex Forest, where Mr Scamander's cottage is. On foot it would probably just under a week to get here, but you can warp from Azalea Town Pokemon Centre to Goldenrod once you've been there once.

But no stealing food Jack! I promise I'll make you something special if you come visit. I'll make you something too, Credence. [Hermione smiles warmly at the pair.]

[notclearwater]

[ Jack thrust his head forward, sniffing at the gear. Yes yes yes! It was the girl, with the food! This was the best thing to ever happen to him since the last time he saw her. ]

I could do that I think... Jack, would you want to try?

[ Jack starts jumping up and down, leaping around behind him, at least until an Absol walks into view in the background. He stops immediately and sits smartly, trying to look well to do.

The Absol rolls her eyes and continues to Credence's bed where she takes over the entire thing. ]

I-I think I could anyway... I haven't been to Goldenrod yet, I think..? I should try to travel more.. I.. ... There was an argument between Mr. Scamander and Dr. Isley when we came back, I ... It was my fault...

[logical_lioness]

[Hermione tries not to laugh at Jack's antics, particularly when the Absol showed up. That would just encourage him.]

It's a nice city - there are a lot of nice shops and a great library.

[Hermione's expression changes to one of concern as Credence mentions the argument.]

I'm sure it wasn't your fault, it was likely just a misunderstanding. I'm positive Dr Isley and Mr Scamander don't blame you at all.

[She bit her lip.]

Would you...like to get away for a little while, to give them time to work everything out? You could stay here, if you wanted to?

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[sleepallthewayhome]

[Newt is pretty sure she's seen this person before and she's curious.]

....Were you at older Newt's birthday party?

[logical_lioness]

[This girl's hair reminds Hermione of her own. She seemed quite young and Hermione wondered how old she was.]

Hi there! Yes I was, but I don't think we met? I'm Hermione Granger.

[sleepallthewayhome]

We didn't. Pamela invited me and I'm friends with Credence so I went.

My name's Newt.

[Newt's hair totally rocks the frizzy what is a comb look a lot. /no is here to tell her to brush it...]

[Video]

[findingbeasts]

That looks fantastic, Hermione! What a lovely little place you've found for yourself!

[Newt's honestly quite relieved to see that she's found someplace to settle down and it's someplace not that far from his own home! Makes visiting much easier.

He just wants the best for all the individuals he's taking under his wing okay.]

[logical_lioness]

[Hermione smiles, a little embarrassed at the praise.]

Thank you Mr Scamander! I wanted somewhere I could let my pokemon out, like you do, although this place can't hold a candle next to your wonderful set up.

I hope my pokemon will be comfortable here. It was difficult finding a place with enough room but still close to work.

[findingbeasts]

There's no need to think of it as a contest, Hermione. I have no doubts that your Pokemon are going to be thrilled with their new surroundings.

[The fact that she had bothered--thought to give them a space like that at all would say more than words ever could and her Pokemon would understand it just fine.]

Would it be alright if I sent a bit of a house warming gift along?

[video]

[toxicodendron_isley]

That's a lovely little place you've gotten for yourself.

[logical_lioness]

Thank you Dr Isley!

I meant to contact you and thank you for inviting me to the party the other week. I didn't get a chance to say it while I was there, but it was a wonderful party.

[toxicodendron_isley]

It's no problem, dear. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. It did seem to go down well.

You and Credence seemed to really hit it off.

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[dreamsofahero]

That looks like quite the nice place you've found. Ryner and I have something similar, so if you need help or would like to know anything, certainly let us know.

[logical_lioness]

Thank you for the kind offer! I'll certainly seek your help if I need it.

I'm sorry but I don't think we've met before? I'm Hermione Granger.

[dreamsofahero]

We've hard our place for a few years now, it certainly makes a good deal of difference having the space to let the pokemon roam. It's especially convenient for those that aren't inclined to battle, but don't have any desire to return to the wild, either.

*which is a polite way of saying the troublemakers*

Ah, I believe we may have spoken briefly once, but I'm afraid I don't recall any introductions. I'm Sion Astal; it's a pleasure to meet you.

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[hellablue]

Oh that's really... podunk.

[Not. In a bad way. But hmm.]

I hope they aren't ripping you off for that.

[logical_lioness]

Oh...um...I'm not familiar with that term.

And no, no it's actually a very good price compared to other places I've seen which have been in worse condition. I did extensive research into the property market before I decided to rent, and compared the locations, prices and sizes to find the most suitable place for the best price.

[hellablue]

It's like.. uh. Small-town. And not really in the best way, but- hey, congrats, you're ahead of every millennial. You're house-renting, that's a big deal.

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[shiro2hero]

Hey, congratulations. That's got to feel pretty good, right?

[logical_lioness]

Hello Shiro! Thank you, it's definitely an important moment - I've never had my own place before so it's quite exciting.

I'm very happy with this place and I hope my pokemon will like it.

[shiro2hero]

It's something else, all right. Especially when it's something you've never done before.

I'm sure they will. Whenever they get a chance to spread out, they like it.

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[gobblewonked]

Eh heh heh! That's a real nice place you got there, missy!

[logical_lioness]

Thank you sir. I don't believe we've met - I'm Hermione Granger.

[gobblewonked]

I'm Fiddleford McGucket! I grew up on a bit of land sort of like that, but with hogs instead of Pokemon!

At least, I think I did. It's sort of hard to remember.