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[Hunter Bennett]

 

This cozy and compact courtyard space consists of simple yet elegant touches, which includes a trellis of roses climbing up the wall and brimming with lush plantings.

In the center, a cast stone plinth bird bath. Beautiful blooms are potted in an array of vessels - wicker baskets, wooden crates and pewter milk pails.

 

If you walk further inside, you'll find a mismatched bistro table, chairs and a fireplace which provides a colorful accent to this outdoor oasis.

 

Edited by Hunter Bennett, 04 August 2022 - 08:44 PM.

[Harper Bennett]

It’s been a week since his graduation and his initial shock and sadness after the event slowly died down. His mind was focused on sending his application to different quidditch teams in the British and Irish leagues. His dad told him to take it easy once again which he clearly ignored. It’s better to send his application early and just wait from there rather than take a break from everything and do nothing. He can do that anytime, after he’s done sending his application. Aside from that, he found a small animal center near their house at Diagon Alley. While waiting for the response from different teams, Lee busied himself there, helping wherever he’s needed. While at Hogwarts, he found enjoyment in caring for animals, be they magical or not. It’s something he brought with him, his love for animals and so he promised himself that when he’s not busy with quidditch, he will work as an Animal Attendant. Hitting two birds with one stone. He was glad when the center saw his skills and potential so they hired him as a part-time employee and that’s how Lee survived his boring days outside of school.

 

The night before, his dad told him they will be traveling to Kenmare. He was actually curious about that travel, why his dad won’t tell him the reason. Is it about his next match? Or is it something else? His old man won’t say after asking him many times. He said he will know once he’s there. It was a very fast trip since both know how to apparate now. Lee was met with a tall wall. His dad casually entered like he owns the place. He was just following him, eyes going to his surroundings. Damn, it’s a huge place! “Dad, who’s place is this? This is amazing!” He can’t help reacting. The building is pretty big too, like a castle. It’s surrounded by woods and fields. The courtyard is amazeballs as well, in his opinion. Lee walked backwards, still marveling at the place. “Is it your friend’s place?” He continued to inquire.

 

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Edited by Harper Bennett, 23 September 2022 - 12:39 AM.

[Hunter Bennett]

Hunter is a single dad, for most of his life, it has always been him and Harper only. As a father, it was a huge responsibility and adjustment altogether. Without the help of a partner, he struggled for a bit, especially since he’s a first time dad, plus he got a job to maintain. But aside from difficult days, for the most part, he had always enjoyed being with his son, and admittedly emotionally dreading the day that he would go off to school — for years before it happened.

 

That’s part of life though and he knew that very well being a very independent person all his life. He left home early to travel the world, trying different muggle jobs, enjoying here and there. So yes, he knew the feeling and whatever was happening inside a teenager’s mind. He got used to the idea that his son would leave him in the future to find his place in this world, but still felt emotional about it when he left to go to Hogwarts. Interestingly, his sister always scoffed at his concern before it happened, and always pooh-poohed the emotional issue. But, when it actually happened, she was worse hit — much worse — than he was! When his son left for school, he went through that phase once again. In a sense, perhaps even more so, because now the nest was totally empty.

 

But, he never interfered with his son’s choices and decisions — never bugged him about anything, not once called one of his schools about anything — not helicopter parent in any sense. His only condition is to do his best in school because it’s for his own good in the future. Fortunately, Harper was not too far away, and they have always been a close duo. Family has always been very important to him. There are many, many parents who can’t wait for their kids to leave home. Hunter can’t relate to that, but he accepts these differences as part of life. He looked at Harper, who was looking around the courtyard with wonderment in his eyes. The boy was curious who owned the place. This is part of his surprise for him. “Do you like the place?” He stopped walking as he pocketed his hands while also looking around his newly purchased property. With the help of the realty agent, he was able to close the deal and it’s been under his name for a month now, waiting for Harper’s graduation before he can show it to him. “Do you think you’ll consider living in a place like this? I know it’s a huge space for the both of us, but who knows...when you have a family of your own in the future, this place will be full of kid's laughter.” His voice took on a teasing tone as he glanced at his 17-year-old son. Wow, a young adult son...where did the time go?

[Harper Bennett]

How can someone even live here? If it’s just him and his dad, it would be too big for them. He clasped both his hands behind while walking backwards. He was enjoying looking around. It’s like a palace, with a huge courtyard and garden. If he’s not mistaken, it’s extended to the woods nearby. And the field, demn, they can even play quidditch there and they would still have extra space for a party. He can’t help whistling. The place is amazing, the owner must be really rich! While observing, he didn’t notice his dad’s silence, or when he stopped walking. Only when he heard his voice again did Lee glanced at his father. He asked him if he likes the place. “Like? I love it! The place must have cost a fortune! Look at the house, can you even call it a house? It’s like a palace dad! Who owns this? Can we check what’s inside?” After seeing what’s outside, Lee had a feeling the interior would amaze him too. Only if the owner will allow them to go inside. He can’t wait! There are already few pro-quidditch players that came to mind while waiting for his dad’s confirmation. Roisin Doyle was the first on his list.

He almost bumped into his dad who decided to stop walking to ask him a very important question. “Live here?” Thinking it was just a theoretical question, he gave it a thought… “Hmm...well it’s too big, do we really need a place like this? I mean, who will say no to this place anyway? But it’s too big for us! Look at this place!” He even spread both his arms wide, his tone half disbelief, half in awe. Talking about family gave Lee goosebumps and his ears became red in embarrassment. “Dad! For pete’s sake, don’t give me this talk now.” He visibly shivered at the topic of conversation. “Come on, who’s the owner of the place…?” Just then, he stopped and gawked at his dad. His line of questioning had him wondering… “No way....Are you saying….” His eyes narrowing slowly….

Edited by Harper Bennett, 09 October 2022 - 10:09 PM.

[Hunter Bennett]

It’s amusing to see his son’s reaction to the property they’ve visited which happened to be theirs. Harper had no idea he bought this property for him, for them. It’s been in his mind for a while now, getting a vacation house abroad. This is the fourth properly he bought so far, the first one he sold after Heather left them. The second one he left to his sister so she could have her own place for herself before him and Harper moved to London. It was his and his sister’s birth place, it’s only right that he comes back after a long time. It was the same house they’re living in right now. He’s planning on giving it to Harper, since he likes it there. It’s a prime area and near all the quidditch teams he’s targeting on applying. He would still go there but this vacation house will be their sanctuary whenever they get tired from their everyday lives. “It’s expensive, that’s true but it’s worth it.” He glanced at the big house. “Of course, of course, we have all the time to check it out. Did I mention we’re going to sleep here?” He was teasing him now, still amused that Harper hadn't realized the owner of the place. 
 

He went on to say that the place is too big for them. “I can see that, but having this place is an advantage. Wait 'til you see the recreation area, you’ll love it.” It’s true, if he will have a family of his own in the future, they can live here together. They have enough space for everyone. "Deny it all you want, but there will come a time you will fall in love and have your own family." It finally dawned on him who owns the big place. Hunter laughed and messed with his son’s already messy hair. “Took you long enough to realize that. Come on, let me show you what’s inside. Don’t freak out on me now, we still have a lot to cover today.”

[Harper Bennett]

Even though his dad had been a quidditch player for almost half of his life, earning high salary, never did he spoil him rotten. He instilled humbleness as a virtue. His father told him his story one time, that he came from a meaner beginning. It was why he experienced the things that people with no money went through at one point in his life so they can relate. Some people have painted wealthy people as those who are selfish and deem themselves more important than others. If Lee learned anything from his dad and from the way they live their lives up to this day, is that money does one thing to someone’s personality, it simply makes you more of who you already are. So if you’re a douche before you become rich, then trust that you'll be an even bigger douche when you have money. But if you’re the giving and kind person, having a lot of money allows you to give more and be even more generous. And that’s how Lee grew up, be kind to others, help whenever and how ever he can. When his dad admitted the house is expensive, Lee believed him. Just one look at the house, even if it’s kinda old, it’s going to cost a fortune. He also told him they are going to stay there. “Woah…seriously?” He needed a minute to absorb the manor he’s looking at, was actually theirs! “I can’t believe it, you’re really not joking dad? This is ours? All of this?” He was in awe, but why Kenmare though? He wanted to ask but decided against it. He must have a valid reason for choosing a different location this time. It’s nothing to him anyway, having different residence while growing up. He shared about the recreation area which piqued his interest. “Now you got me curious! Let’s go inside!” It was him who led the way toward the entrance door, purposely ignoring the family talk because he’s not yet ready to have a family of his own. He can’t even fix whatever he had with Dia. Who knows she’s back with that Stratton guy now. Not wanting to think about that part of his life, he ran to the door and before he could hold the doorknob, someone opened it for him, welcoming him to the house. 
 

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