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[Cloud Strife]

Cloud walked silently along the bridge, and stopping at the centre of the bridge, looking over the lake and the scenery ahead. The wind blew his hair out of his eyes as he took a big gulp of the fresh morning air. Cloud placed his hand in his pockets and ensured that his wand is still there, at the same time making sure his sword is buckled properly on his back. Always be ready for battle, even if you don't like it Someone had once told him. He has no use for his buster sword here, as long as he has his wand. But then again, he would not feel safe without it. Moreover he had placed a few charms on his sword so its not longer ordinary.

He had came to the bridge because he had always heard of how beautiful the scenery is from the bridge at Hogwarts. Now he has a chance to see it for himself. Moreover, it is one of the quietest spots in the school and he relaxed slighly, enjoying himself.

Perhaps I'll meet more friends here.....no...im a werewolf. I work alone. Down the lonely path

His slight smile disappeared and was replaced with a frown as he sighed. It has been so many years since the bite, but he had never got over the fact that he is a monster. Who would want a werewolf as a friend? He shook his head slightly at the thought. Its true that there are gifts that came along with the curse, like heightened senses and his strength exceeds that of a normal human, enabling him to use his heavy buster sword. Which saved him from many enemies. However...he would rather not have these gifts, in exchange for a normal life and some friends for a change.

[Christian Conway]

Christian was nearing the end of his morning run around the lake, soon he began running up the bridge back towards the school. Despite the cool winter air, he was still wearing his usual black gym shorts, with a grey t-shirt on top. Chris saw a figure on the middle of the bridge but didn't think much of it until he came closer and saw an odd looking young man. The kid had a rather large sword hanging from his back, and some distinguished blond spikey hair. The boy reminded Chris of someone he saw in a videogame he played back when he was younger in the muggle world. But, Chris was always told never to judge a book by it's cover, and this guy was up as early as himself so as he drew nearer he slowed down his run, and introduced himself.

"Christian Conway, pleased to meet you." he said extending his hand.

[Cloud Strife]

Cloud stood still along the railings and realised he have not arranged any plans for the day. Perhaps he might do some training in the forbidden forest later on.

"Christian Conway, pleased to meet you."

Cloud jumped slightly and slowly removed his hand from the hilt of his sword. He hesitated for a moment and looked at his hand. He was not used to people being so friendly to him. When he was younger, people would throw rocks at him and spit as he walk past. As a result he had been rather cold and unfriendly towards people. Always walking alone. However one of his few friends have always told him to be more friendly. Well....no harm giving it a shot

Slowly, Cloud stretched out his hand and shook Christian's hand, "Cloud Strife..." He paused slightly, unsure of how to continue the conversation, surprised that someone would approach him. He looked at Christian and found out that he is wearing black gym shorts. In winter. He hid his feeling of amazement and commented, "Err...sort of cold huh.....winter morning...."

[Christian Conway]

Christian shook Cloud's hand with a firm, but friendly grip. However, he was slightly thrown off as Cloud had taken several seconds before taking his hand. Christian began to feel the effects of the winter weather and his body began to shiver, which Cloud had quickly noticed. He attributed to this of the sudden lack of physical activity, and the freezing temperature.

"Yeah, I guess it's a little cold, but I just don't like to be weighed down during my run." Chris answered with his teeth chattering. He pulled out his wand and pointed it towards where he thought his dorm room was, attempting to summon his coat. Continuing on with the new acquittance, Chris asked, "So I think it's my turn for a question. What's the deal with the massive buster sword."

[Cloud Strife]

Cloud watched as Christian pointed his wand at a general direction and muttering under his breath. For a moment Cloud was glad to be wearing his black cloak.

"So I think it's my turn for a question. What's the deal with the massive buster sword."

Cloud raised an eyebrow. Most people would not even dare to mention his sword even though it is so distinctive. Cloud had half a mind to not answer that question, but then again, he had promised an old friend that he would try to be more friendly. Cloud grinned slightly and said, "Ah...that buster sword. It suits my fighting style. Thin swords like katana just don't appeal to me much."

Cloud placed one hand on the railing and look at Christian with his blue eyes. Perhaps he should have a choice of whether wanting to be my friend, after he knows the truth... Cloud opened his mouth and hesitate for a moment. What if he attacks me? Cloud shook his head slightly and decided to face the fact. He looked at Christian and said, "Well you see....I'm not normal...I'm a werewolf. So...I would understand if you would choose to....ya know"

[Christian Conway]

Christians fleece jacket finally showed up, and he quickly put on the coat, appreciating its warmth. Chris watch interesting as.Cloud talked about his sword. He himself was a fighter, not with a swordnl thouhg, Chris was a boxer. He was slightly dissapointed that Cloud never pulled out he busted from the hilt.

What happened next suprised Christian, and put him in a pretty awkward situation. After talking around a subject for a sentence or two, Cloud admitted that he was a werewolf. Chris was shocked that he would tell a complete stranger this within two minutes of meeting him, but Chris had no problem with it. After all Hogwart's wasn't a regular school, and Chris had been friends with a bunch of races including elves, one of which he was dating, and vampires.

Chris responded to Cloud's admission with a joke. "Well it's early in the morning so I'm not too worried about you to much now. Unless, your about to pull out your sword on me." Chris quickly changed the subject. "So you said you wouldn't like a thin sword. I fight a little bit too, although it's muggle boxing."

[Cloud Strife]

Cloud smiled slightly. He had intentionally revealed the fact that he is a werewolf. Before they start getting friendly and then it gets hard to tell out. He appreciated how Christian tried to make the topic lighter and changing subjects in a different way. The fact that he has not attacked Cloud or run for his life, is already enough. Cloud hid his smile quickly and pondered. "Hmm muggle boxing huh. So you are someone who appreciates the martial arts huh. So am I. Although I've never box, I do know some fighting techniques. So its not only magic"

Cloud took a step back and drew his buster sword. He laid it flat on his palms and the polished surface shined in the morning sun. He then split it into two smaller swords and continued "yea. it splits into two too." he merged it back into a single sword and hesitated for a moment about handing it to Christian. What if he attacks me? Cloud shook his head slightly. As a martial artist, Chris would not attack his opponent when his opponent is defenseless. He knew that much. "Here. You wanna take a closer look? Maybe later we can spar a little. Since I'm slightly sorry that I interrupted your morning run."

As he handed the sword over, he unbuckled his black cloak from his shoulder and laid it on the bridge's railing as the morning sun rised higher.

[Christian Conway]

Chris looked somewhat interested at Cloud's sword, as he took it out, polished it, and somehow broke it into two. Chris had never been one for the sword and bow and arrow thing, but he couldn't help but be a little excited as he had never been this close to a sword before. As Cloud handed Christian the half of the sword, he took it, although he was a little apprhensive. The sword felt foriegn and large in his hand, and Chris didn't have the slightest idea of what to do with it.

Chris placed himself into what he best thought was a dueling position and replied to Cloud. "Well I was never interested in karate and juijitsu, but as a kid I wrestled for a while, and still box. Although I'm not too used to weapons like this, but I'll give it a shot."

[Cloud Strife]

Cloud admired Chris's spirit. He nodded and sank into his usual fighting stance. "Weapons are hard to handle, but once they become part of you, its like an old chinese saying. Adding wings to the tiger." Cloud grinned slightly. It had been a long while since he had talked so much to anyone. Since he left the team. He took a glance at Chris body structure and made a mental note not to look down on Chris just because he is a novice at swords. Chris body looks like it underwent a huge amount of strict training and the proportion seems perfect for a fight. Moreover, anyone who walks up in a winter morning to train their body is no mere normal folk.

Cloud took out his wand and dulled the blade of their swords with a spell. This way they would not cut one another into pieces, although a little bruising cannot be avoided. He swung his sword experimentally and smiled. "Lets begin" He made sure Chris was ready before beginning. This is gonna be fun Cloud lashed out with his sword and made a side cut towards Chris, rather sure that his sword would definitely not reach Chris.

[Christian Conway]

Christian exhaled, watching as his hot breath mixed with the cold winter enviroment created a cloud of steam. He was shaking slightly from the cold and now some nerves from holding a sword and preparing for a practice duel. He nodded as Cloud spoke of being ready, and braced his arm for a first blow. Cloud swung although it was short Chris moved his body back but held his arms out to feel the first contact, and with a small ching the duel had begun.

Chris pulled his weapon back towards him, then lifted it up and began to cut down aiming at Cloud's shoulder. Chris was sure his foe would block it.