Gabriel Lloyd
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The annual Yule Ball always gave the eyes something to feast on; this year's event wouldn't disappoint. Mistletoe twirled above the dance floor and added green to the scene. Though pretty, those weeds were a bore compared to the plant glittering in the corner. The school was blessed with a Pohutukawa tree for the holidays. Native to the North Island, the plant known as New Zealand's Christmas Tree was a welcome change from the pine. It even bloomed during the holiday season. In the headmaster's opinion, it couldn't be more perfect.
Gabe admired the flowers that burst from the branches in a mess of crimson. Balls of light flitted to and fro through the leaves. Next to the Pohutukawa was a long table stuffed with punch, treats, and orderves. A stage for the entertainment- an orchestra of instruments that played themselves- took up the adjacent corner.
The dark-haired wizard had to admit that he was very impressed with the contributions of the staff and the house elves. Decked out in his dress robes, Gabe was ready for this occasion. Standing where the staff table should be, he greeted those in attendance. "Welcome to the Yule Ball! Don't be afraid to dance, even if you do so badly," he quipped. "Have fun, be merry, and try not to stomp on your partners' toes."
With that, the headmaster led a colleague of his onto the floor. Bows raised and brass breathed as the music began.
Gabe admired the flowers that burst from the branches in a mess of crimson. Balls of light flitted to and fro through the leaves. Next to the Pohutukawa was a long table stuffed with punch, treats, and orderves. A stage for the entertainment- an orchestra of instruments that played themselves- took up the adjacent corner.
The dark-haired wizard had to admit that he was very impressed with the contributions of the staff and the house elves. Decked out in his dress robes, Gabe was ready for this occasion. Standing where the staff table should be, he greeted those in attendance. "Welcome to the Yule Ball! Don't be afraid to dance, even if you do so badly," he quipped. "Have fun, be merry, and try not to stomp on your partners' toes."
With that, the headmaster led a colleague of his onto the floor. Bows raised and brass breathed as the music began.