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[plushaeusrumpified]

So. I'm not sure exactly how this happened, but somehow Dumbledore decided that I'm suitable for the position of HoH for Gryffindor.

[He's... quite honestly pretty damn shocked by this. He never expected to be entrusted with such a huge responsibility, and... Well. He considers it a huge honor. Gryffindor is important to him, even if it's for stupid reasons. Even if he had to argue in order to get put in Gryffindor, back when he was in school. But even more than the simply fact he values Gryffindor traits, the simple act of being given so much responsibility means a lot to him, because it shows that Dumbledore has seen how much he's changed. He's been trying to do better lately, and it honestly feels like all of his effort has paid off. He's determined to not let him down.]

So yeah, I guess that's... that. I'm not really sure what to say, but I have to say; it's an honor. I'm going to take this position seriously, so anyone who thinks this means Gryffindor is going to be able to slack off has another thing coming to them.

But with that said, you ever need anything don't hesitate to ask, got it? I was given this for a reason, which means you can trust me with stuff. I'm here for you guys. In fact, I might as well go ahead and say you're all part of the Strider family now, now that I'm the Head of House. Who knows, maybe I'll even hand out shades.

[The next bit is filtered away from Murdoc.]

By the way, tomorrow ain't just V-day. It's also Professor Donoghue's birthday, so be sure to wish him a happy birthday. Maybe give him an apple or somethin'. Whatever floats your boat.

You're also all invited to my office for a surprise party tomorrow, around 8 PM. If you guys don't come, I'm gonna be real disappointed.

Comments

[greaselightning]

congratulations! im sure youll do a great job there, chief.

[And for the filtered bit...]

vwill me and my blind date be back in time for that, you think?
vwouldnt vwant to miss the expression on pops face vwhen he vwalks through the door and all.

[But lets be honest here, Cronus would much rather ditch his dad for a date any day, but he doesn't want Bro to know that.]

[plushaeusrumpified]

Thanks man, I appreciate it. I just hope you're right.

[Filtered]

Yeah, you should be back! It gives you a chance to have dessert together, because I'm planning on making a kickass cake. It's the date that just never ends.

[Or trying to, at least.]

[greaselightning]

awv come on man, dont doubt yourself. doubt is straight up unattractivwe and you should knowv better than to question yourself. showv a little bit of that confidence that comes vwith the name strider.

[Filtered]

you really did plan this all out didnt you? youre a god among men vwhen it comes to these things, man.

[plushaeusrumpified]

This just isn't something to take lightly, so I guess there's a part of me that's afraid of screwing it up. But y'know, you're right. I can do this! I'll be the best Head this House has ever seen.

[Filtered]

I don't half-ass stuff. Especially when it comes to dates. But flattery will get you places, and if for whatever reason this whole thing doesn't work out with you two, I'll be sure to find you another person. I'll be your personal matchmaker.

[8lackwidow]

Congratul8ions Strider

[And now the filter]

A surprise party for Donoghue? Well that's going to at least 8e... interesting.

[stubbornskeptic]

Congratulations, Professor Strider!
I imagine the Gryffindors are proud to have you!

[strideallknight]

[Dave has to take a minute to get over this news. Not that it's bad news, quite the opposite, really. He's proud of his big brother/dad for becoming Head of Gryffindor! It just needs a moment to really sink in.]

damn dude
congrats
can we not go so far as to adopt all of them
i mean then id have to be related to karkat

[He's mostly joking, at least.]

[Filtered]

lotta shit happening on valentines
i guess i can try getting back around then after the blind date

[savviest]

BUGGER. It was a tough choice, but I'm glad they picked you over me. Never was one for paperwork.

[toocoolforthis]

[Wow, the rest of his family is so Gryffindor it hurts. It's almost enough to make him feel alienated from them.]

Just how many siblings do you want me to have, Bro? If you try to have family bonding activities I'm boycotting by virtue of being a Slytherin.

[Filtered to Bro]

I'll be there.
Not like I've got a hot date to ditch it for.

[Also Jane's responded so maybe she'll be at the party too. He hopes she's at the party.]

[fuckmackandme]

if we're family now, can i call you dad number 2?

[plushaeusrumpified]

Thank you, it's much appreciated.

[Filtered]

Interesting? More like the best goddamn party you've ever been to. Which I guess makes it interesting, but whatever. I feel like our two definitions of interesting are different, though, so explain.

[plushaeusrumpified]

Thanks!
I'm proud to have them too, honestly. Gryffindor has always been my favorite house, ever since I came to Hogwarts as a kid. I might've been a muggleborn, but even I could still tell that it was just the best. I haven't been proven wrong yet. So now that I'm head of it, it's kinda overwhelming in the best way.

[plushaeusrumpified]

Thanks, man. It's a pretty big shock, isn't it? Never really expected it to happen, but god if it isn't exciting. And hey, Vantas isn't that bad, is he? I wouldn't know, we haven't talked in a while. All I know is he's loud.

[Filtered]

Or you guys could come to the party together. It'd be like the date that never ends. Though if you wanted some alone time afterwards, then hell I wouldn't stop you. I know what it's like to be your age. Urges and shit. I won't blame you.

[strideallknight]

obviously we need to celebrate this
bit of friction between me and vantas
i think he needs to take a goddamn chill pill and he thinks im a lazy ass
both of these statements are true

[Filtered]

bro it takes a special kind of person for me to want to get into his or her pants after the first date
a very special kind
im not expecting us to shack up on the first night

[plushaeusrumpified]

Yeah, I'm sure Dumbledore had a really tough time picking you over me. Maybe next year?

You might have to give up all the booze though. Can you really handle that?

[plushaeusrumpified]

[Don't feel alienated, Dirk, he still loves you just as much as if you were a Gryffindor.]

Maybe I want you to have all of the siblings, Dirk. Did you ever think about that? Don't worry though, I'll be sure to adopt a few Slytherins so you feel more at home. I wouldn't want you to feel out of place.

[Filtered]

You really don't have a date? I would've thought you of all guys would be rolling in bitches the second you came back. What happened?

[plushaeusrumpified]

You're hilarious.

No.

[stubbornskeptic]

Well, those certainly sound like fighting words!
Hufflepuff is pretty capital A Awesome too, you know!

[8lackwidow]

I'm sure you'll be more than able to uphold Gryffindor's typical standards and values. [Insult or compliment? Who knows. Fuck yeah Slytherin though.]

[filtered]

They properly are. And I don't think I will. It's always more fun when the meaning isn't clear. [fun for her] I suppose we'll see at the party.

[plushaeusrumpified]

Nah, I don't need a celebration. Honestly all this thanks I'm getting from people is celebration enough. I might pop a firewhiskey later tonight though, raise a glass to myself. Other than that, I think I'm good.
Vantas is in a constant state of needing to take a chill pill, but I'd argue the fact that you're lazy. You work hard when it counts, man.

[Filtered]

How do you know this guy isn't special? I know him decently enough, he strikes me as the special kind of guy. For all you know, you're gonna hit it off really well. At least keep an open mind.

[strideallknight]

treat yourself or something at least
this is definitely a good reason for that
ok true but it doesnt negate the fact that most of the time im lazy

[Filtered]

if he makes my dick move in mysterious ways then kudos to him for getting my v card on night 1
if not then im not gonna be all that disappointed

[fuckmackandme]

but it has such a nice ring to it!

[plushaeusrumpified]

If you really want a dad number two, then you know what? I'll consult my date book and hook your dad up. Then your problem will be solved.

[fuckmackandme]

but i don't want any dad number two.
i want you.
didn't you say we were family now, professor strider?
am i being cast out already?

[plushaeusrumpified]

So what you're saying is you want me to marry your father. That's legitimately the only thing that I am picking up out of your failed attempt at trolling.

BRB, going to put a ring on it.