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His invitation to join him at his cousin Elliot's country estate for the weekend had been genuine, and not long after their dinner together, Hannibal had received a very posh looking card in the mail, with a date, directions, and a list of attire that would be needed for the weekend. From hunting to dinner dress, it was all laid out in beautiful calligraphy, and sealed with the wax seal the Collingwoods had been using for centuries.

The estate itself was grand and sprawling, a massive home centred between immaculate gardens and very dense and lush woods. There was nothing else for miles around, but the estate was never empty. At the moment it was filled with the younger Collingwood men and their guests, for what was intended to be a men's retreat before the coming months of more feminine socials and dinner parties. 

Val rarely smoked, but he was currently indulging in his cousin's pipe and imported tobacco as he lounged in the library. They were due to set out shortly to go on their first hunt, but Val had been doing this for so long that he knew there was no rush. No doubt by now second cousin Reginald would be throwing his first of many fits, while Elliot  tried to sooth him and calm him down. It was as much a tradition as the rest of the weekend really...

The door opened, and Val smiled as he looked over and saw Dr. Lecter.

"Ah, Hannibal. Avoiding the racket of Cousin Reginald's tantrum?" he asked with a soft laugh.

Date: 2015-04-28 02:02 pm (UTC)
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Hannibal nodded in acceptance of the drink. "You were a little hesitant at first, but curious next. You offered me part of the hare you had stowed away. A token. I tore it and gave you half, which you ate. Apparently that was sufficient to determine I was no threat and you left," he explained.

Date: 2015-04-28 02:25 pm (UTC)
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"I've had the night to assimilate the fact," Hannibal explained, then gave Valentine a little more. "I know there are beings in our world that are out of the ordinary. Beings that defy classical natural laws. I had never seen one of your kind, but my knowledge of the... 'super' natural world came some time ago."

He took a sip from his whiskey. "I found your transition a truly magnificent sight to witness, if I may say so."

Date: 2015-04-28 02:45 pm (UTC)
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"It doesn't get easier with time?" Hannibal was curious to know. He found himself curious about many things; physical and psychological in nature.

Date: 2015-04-28 08:11 pm (UTC)
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"It's extraordinary," Hannibal replied. "Your body and mind change entirely? Have you ever tried to remain in control?"

Date: 2015-04-29 06:26 am (UTC)
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"I thought I detected some fear in the wolf when you turned," Hannibal commented. "Must be strange to be born every month, and die in the same night."

Date: 2015-04-29 03:28 pm (UTC)
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Hannibal wondered if he could be brought to the surface, even when the moon wasn't full. Was it possible to get Valentine to surrender to the wolf inside? "He knew I posed no threat, somehow."

Date: 2015-04-29 06:18 pm (UTC)
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Hannibal smiled a little. "I feel privileged to have witnessed it."

Date: 2015-04-29 06:35 pm (UTC)
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Hannibal nodded. "Sounds good. It won't be considered rude?"

Date: 2015-04-30 06:57 am (UTC)
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Hannibal smiled. "I don't mind tantrums. I treat them. Not usually a family situation, though," he joked lightly. "I wouldn't mind going out for lunch. Is there a specific dress code in the country club?"

Date: 2015-04-30 05:47 pm (UTC)
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Hannibal went up and dressed accordingly, with a dinner jacket, but with a dark purple shirt and matching tie to create a slightly more appropriate look for a lunch, then went back down to meet Valentine.

He could hear Valentine's cousin starting a fit once more. That man truly needed some therapy. Or a light snap of the neck.

"All set," he said with a pleased smile, as Valentine came down.

Date: 2015-04-30 09:50 pm (UTC)
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"I will not say no to that offer," Hannibal said, pleased with the invitation. As they walked, he noticed the stiffness in Valentine's limbs. "Muscle ache?"

Date: 2015-05-01 03:21 pm (UTC)
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"You're quite remarkable," Hannibal didn't mind complimenting.

Once they got to the car, he asked for the keys. Well, he did enjoy driving a nice car.

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