Here is a little story that I felt the need to write. Enjoy!
Disclaimer: I am not J.K. Rowling so I most certainly don't own Harry Potter. This is pure fiction.
Small crackling from the fire echoed throughout the empty common room. The flickering shadows covered the red and gold colors of the room. The shadows just flickered over the lone boy that was sitting in the empty room. He watched as the fire danced before him. Nothing but emptiness surrounded him.
A feeling he was getting all to use to.
Ever since the goblet of fire shot his name out the only thing people did were call him a liar and a cheat. That included Ron, his first friend.
Only his closest friend Hermione had stuck by him. Something he was entirely grateful for because without her who knows where he be.
Looking up at the clock Harry saw it was 12:00 pm, sighing Harry got off the couch. Pulling out a piece of parchment Harry tapped his wand against it and whisper, "I solemnly swear I am up to no good."
Quickly lines appeared all over the parchment and dots with names appeared on the map. After looking it over for a bit Harry whispered again, "Mischief managed."
The map faded away before harry stuffed the parchment away. Pulling out his cloak of invisibility, Harry quickly made his way out of common room and off towards a tower.
After silently avoiding the ghost and portraits that were still awake, Harry made his way up the astronomy tower. Upon reaching the top Harry looked towards the sky.
Harry pulled out his wand and casted few charms on the ground. Harry then began lay down, his eyes never leaving the twinkling stars.
"Well, look who it is."
Jumping to his feet, Harry turned pointed his wand at the person who spoke.
"Calm down Potter. I'm not here to hurt you."
Harry slowly lowered his wand as watched the person in front of him.
Daphne Greengrass, the Ice Queen of Hogwarts. Her blond hair stopped just passed her shoulder. Her blue eyes seem to pierce Harry as she watched him. Harry eyes wondered her body for a second. She was one of the most developed witches in his year. Her mere presence made boys and some girls drool. Though they always thought otherwise when her gaze reached them.
Harry's eyes quickly snapped to her face to watch her next move.
"What do you want Greengrass?" Harry snapped.
A neutral look stayed on Daphne's face but a small frown could be seen.
"Nothing really, I merely wanted to watch the stars."
Harry stared at Daphne for a second before moving out of the way.
"Fine, go do whatever you want. Just let me be." Harry said as he returned to his spot on the tower.
Daphne watched as Harry laid back on the ground.
"Aren't you uncomfortable on the ground?"
Harry tilted his head back so he could look at her.
"Magic."
Daphne just stared for a second before pulling out her wand. She cast a few charms on the ground and laid down next to Harry. They stayed quiet as they watched the stars.
Harry jumped when he heard Daphne speak.
"So Potter, why are you up here?" Daphne asked looking over to him.
"Why would you care?" Harry asked never looking away from the sky.
"I was simply wondering what the boy-who-lived was doing hiding out on the astronomy tower. Meeting a lady friend?" Daphne asked.
"If you really want to know," Harry began as he turned towards her, "I want to escape."
"Escape? From what?" Daphne asked as an eyebrow raised.
"Everything really, from the rumors, the whispers, the people, and most of all, the attention." Harry said as he waved his hand back and forth in the air.
"Don't you like the attention? You are Harry bloody Potter. You make girls wet just by giving them a smile." Daphne said.
"Heh, yeah right. They would only be after me for the boy-who-lived. And you know what, I hate it. I hate being famous for something I don't have control over. I hate how people claim to be there one minute then leave you high and dry the next. I hate how I am always the next, great thing one minute to some brat the next." Harry ranted before taking a deep breath.
"Sorry Greengrass. I doubt you want to hear my sob story." Harry said turning away again.
Daphne watched Harry for a bit. Harry looked over when he noticed her staring. He raised an eyebrow at her.
"You are certainly different Potter." Daphne said as she turned back to the stars.
Harry stared at her with an eyebrow raised.
"What do you mean by that?"
"Simple, most boys would be trying to hit on me and get into my knickers. You on the other hand just don't even care. Also when others would be begging for the attention, like your friend Weasley, you just hide away. I always thought it was because you were arrogant but now, I see that you despised it. Expect for quidditch though." Daphne said as she looked back at Harry.
"Quidditch was the only thing I worked for. Everything else just happened." Harry said, "As for not hitting on you. I saw my cousin doing it to other girls making them uncomfortable. The last thing I want to do is be anything like him."
"Cousin?"
"My muggle one."
"Muggle?"
"My mother's sister's son."
"Oh."
They stayed quiet as an awkward silence built.
"So why are you up here?" Harry asked breaking the silence.
"I guess, I just wanted an escape to." Daphne said softly.
"Huh, why?" Harry asked as his brows scrunched up.
Daphne stayed silent for a little bit.
"It… it isn't easy being the eldest daughter of a wealthy family, even less when I am as good looking as I am." Harry snorted at that. "Every boy wants to get into my knickers, whether for my looks or for my inherent wealth. I just… wanted to get away from that." Daphne spoke in a whisper.
Harry stayed silent before speaking, "I understand, I hope I have, at least been, decent company on your little escape."
Daphne let out a small smile.
"You were. Thank you... Harry."
"No problem… Daphne."
They stayed quiet as the watched the stars and moon. Their hands were sitting very close to each other's.
"Daphne, are we friends?" Harry asked after some time passed.
"… I guess we are." Daphne spoke with hesitation.
Harry just let out a smile.
"Good, I am glad I can call you a friend."
Daphne stared at Harry a bit. A silence formed as Daphne studied Harry. Meanwhile, Harry just watched the stars.
Daphne let out a sigh breaking the silence causing Harry to look at her.
"Honestly, I have no idea what to think about you. For a lord, you seem to have absolutely no idea about how to act." Daphne said watching the night sky.
"Lord? What do you mean by that?" Harry asked propping himself up on his elbow.
"You are Lord Potter. The head of the most Ancient and most Noble house Potter. Surely Dumbledore told you about your heritage." Daphne said also propping herself up.
Harry just sighed before tilting his head back. Letting out a deep sigh Harry just shook his head.
"No, not a word. Just like always. Lies, lies, and more lies." Harry mumbled.
Daphne just watched Harry.
"Well Harry, I could tutoring you in the ways of our world. That is if you want."
Harry just looked at Daphne for a second.
"You know, I would really like that Daphne. Thank you." Harry said giving her a small smile.
Daphne let a small smile appear again.
Harry and Daphne stayed quiet enjoying each other's presence.
Soon the sun could be seen peeking past the horizon.
"Seems we have been out here all night. Shall we make a break for it?" Harry said as he got up.
He offered a hand to Daphne. She stared for a second before grabbing it and getting up.
"Thank you Harry. And yes, let's go before the teachers find us."
"Would you like me to escort you down to your dorms, milady?" Harry asked giving her a small bow.
"Do you even know where it is?" Daphne asked with a small smirk.
"You would be surprised at what I know." Harry said giving Daphne a grin.
Daphne had a light blush but it was barely noticeable in the light.
"Since you offered, I would love for an escort back to my dorm." Daphne.
Harry smiled and offered her his arm. Daphne accepted it and they both made their way down the towers stairs.
Hello all, it is me Phantom keeper. I know I haven't really posted anything in months. You all might have seen that I made some revisions to my other stories. For those looking for more in those stories, I am sorry you are going to have to wait. I am currently swamped with school.
Anyway this story was just for fun. If you want to see me continue it I will. Or I might just do when I am bored.
Either way I hope you all enjoyed.
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