Saluuut beautiful people! I am back with part 2 of this loooong fic lol. And we're heading on to the second year at hogwarts. EVERYBODY SCREAM! \o/
I wasn't actually planning to get started on this so soon, but oh well. I figured ~ why not! I'd like to thank those who reviewed the last chapter of the previous story. You're all amazing! *-*
I'm not sure if I have anything to comment just yet. So lets just get onto it!
Summary - The second year at Hogwarts has started and it seems like the Heir of Slytherin wants to spice things up a bit. Naturally, it's up to Harry and his friends to sort things out.
Ehem, I only own Jessica, Josh, Anna, Elena, Athos... And a few others which you might meet along the way! The rest belongs to the lovely J.K Rowling. ^^
Enjoy!
Old Friends and Enemies
Jessica stomped away, huffing angrily. She was definitely out for the kill and whoever got in her way would feel her wrath.
"Draco Malfoy!" She shouted.
Draco held back his laughter when he noticed she was covered in eggs and flour. It was definitely the greatest end of summer present possible.
"You look interesting." He snarled.
"You're in for it now." She said angrily. "You do realize the party starts in ten minutes, don't you?"
"I guess that means you won't make it. I'll have to charm Lady Cattleboot all by myself." Draco smirked. "You lose."
Jessica groaned and ran straight towards the blond boy, throwing herself onto him. He tried to fight her off without getting his clothes dirty but it was already too late. The two rolled around on the floor screaming, kicking, slapping and punching each other. Neither stopped when Narcissa screeched in horror.
"What is the meaning of this?" She shouted. The two paid no attention to Mrs. Malfoy whatsoever.
Athos ran into the room and pulled his daughter off the Malfoy child. She was kicking and squirming and trying to pull out his hair. Elena screeched just as loudly as Narcissa had.
"What on Earth is-"
"He did this!" Jessica shouted. "He wants Lady Cattleboot all to himself and he ruined my dress!"
"Well you ruined my clothes too!" Draco shouted, as equally loudly.
"You're a fowl little-"
"Enough!" Athos stated as he placed his daughter back on the ground. "Neither of you will be seeing Lady Cattleboot tonight."
"But-"
"I said enough." Athos ordered, interrupting both children. "Go to your rooms."
"I hate you." Jessica hissed. "This is all your fault anyway."
"You started it." Draco stated. "If only you'd kept to yourself we wouldn't be in this mess."
"You're the one that threw all this on me!" She complained. "I should be the one seeing Lady Cattleboot. You didn't even know of her existence before I told you."
"Well I wasn't about to take the entire blame just so you could meet some random old woman." Draco muttered.
"She's not a random old woman." Jessica said in shock. "She's a true heroine and I admire her work."
"With muggles." Draco said, rolling his eyes.
"I don't understand why that bothers you. The only reason why we're free to walk around is because of her and her courage." She stated, doing her best to sound just like Hermione would.
Draco sighed and walked into his room without looking back. Jessica stared at his closed door for a few seconds before sighing and heading back to her own room. She still couldn't believe Draco ruined her dress.
A few weeks earlier...
"Jessica! Mum wants to know if you've packed your things yet." Anna said, walking into her sisters room without knocking. Like she normally would do.
"Yes I have. And I've already asked Clarissa to take everything downstairs." Jessica said calmly. "Are you sure you can't go with us?"
"Positive." Anna smiled. "After breaking things off with Richard, I need some me time."
"I still could break his nose you know." Josh shouted as he ran past the door. The two girls laughed in response.
"I guess I could consider the option if necessary." Anna muttered.
"But France will be a great place for you to relax." Jessica insisted. "Please reconsider."
"France is too romantic. I'd much rather go somewhere more historical... Like Egypt!" Anna grinned. "But I'll see you before the end of summer. I promise."
"Fine." Jessica sighed.
Jessica quickly found Brownie and attached a letter to him.
"Take this to Harry Potter and don't leave until you're certain he's read it." She smiled and let the owl fly off. Harry had promised her he'd write and so far she's had no notice of him. She silently hoped his family was treating him kindly.
"Jessica! We have to get going!" Elena called out. Jessica adjusted her clothes and ran down the stairs, skipping a few on the way.
x.x
St. Pancras Station was fully packed with people eager on travelling. Amongst the crowd of muggles, Jessica spotted three blonds. They all looked terrified at the amount of people around them. Jessica knew all too well how the Malfoy's felt about muggles being around them so naturally, she had to make sure she held in her laughter.
"Good morning. Took you long enough to arrive." Lucius said irritably.
"You shouldn't whine so much, you'll end up with wrinkles." Athos smiled. "Let's get going before we miss the train."
Draco waited for Jessica to reach him before he started walking. He had an evil smirk plastered on his face and was mentally counting the seconds before Jessica would finally ask him why.
"I'm not interested, Draco." She smirked.
"Oh come on... I know you're curious." He said.
"Fine. Why do you have such an evil look on your face?" She sighed.
"Because we're all staying at Cattleboot House."
Jessica froze at the door, blocking Draco's entrance. She turned to look at him with her eyes wide.
"Are you sure? Isn't that house haunted?" She whispered.
"So they say... But that's where we'll be staying." He smirked. "Hope you're not scared, Selwyn. I'd hate to have you screaming through the night."
"I thought we were calling each other by our first names." Jessica said, rolling her eyes.
"Either way, you should beware." He smirked once again when she jumped. He was definitely going to enjoy his summer holiday.
Jessica didn't move during the whole train ride. She didn't even bother to snarl when the lady at the bar started chatting up her brother. She suddenly wished she didn't have to go to France. Perhaps it wasn't too late to go to Cairo with Anna. Nothing like learning about ancient civilization before starting a new school year.
"Sweetheart, are you feeling alright? You've been awfully quiet." Elena said, as she placed a chicken and sweetcorn sandwich on the table.
"I'm fine... Just wondering about what we'll be doing in France." She sighed. "Is it true we're staying at the haunted house?"
"Haunted house?" Elena laughed. "There's nothing haunted about Cattleboot House darling. Where did you get that idea from?"
"Mr. Malfoy told Draco, Blaise and I last time we were there!" Jessica pouted. "And we even saw an old lady in the window!"
"Well of course you did." Elena smiled. "That was Lady Claire Cattleboot. She lives there and she's a very nice woman and considered a hero to some."
"A hero?" Jessica asked curiously.
"Yes! Many years ago a small war broke out between wizards. Many didn't believe muggles deserved to live when wizards existed and began extermination. Few wizards, Lady Cattleboot included, stood against those rebels and fought to protect the muggles. Lady Cattleboot worked alongside Queen Victoria to drive the evil wizards away."
"But that would mean Queen Victoria knew of wizards." Jessica said confused. "And that would make Lady Cattleboot very old."
"Yes, she's quite old." Elena laughed. "It did take quite some convincing, but apparently Queen Victoria developed a love interest in the wizard Peter Olsen."
"What happened during the war?"
"It was reasonably civilized, given the amount of power the wizards possessed to their advantage. Lady Cattleboot stood her ground and fought off almost everyone. To this day she's highly respected amongst others. After they'd won, Queen Victoria suggested the wizards had their own sub category of politics."
"The Ministry." Jessica concluded.
"Exactly." Elena smiled. "If it weren't for her, we'd possibly still be at war."
"Wow... But why did Mr. Malfoy say it was haunted?" Jessica wondered.
"Well she's not a big fan of little children running around her house." Elena smiled. "But I do believe you and Draco are old enough to behave yourselves."
x.x
Narcissa practically pushed the two children out of the house once they arrived. Draco was quite eager to explore the garden outside and he also wanted to know what Jessica had to tell him. They both agreed on a nice shade under a big willow tree.
"So start talking Jess, I haven't got all day." Draco annoyingly stated.
Jessica sighed and told him Lady Cattleboot's story. He listened intently as she did and took the opportunity to realize her hair was slightly longer than he last remembered.
"So this place isn't really haunted?" Draco frowned.
"Wow... After all that, you only think about this place being haunted?" Jessica rolled her eyes. "You seriously have a strange way of thinking."
"No... Don't get me wrong. I'm glad to know that I am free to torment people thanks to Lady Cattleboot standing her ground but I really don't understand why she'd do all that for muggles." Draco shrugged.
"Draco, Draco, Draco." Jessica sighed. "I have so much to teach you."
"Oh shut it Selwyn. When will our ancient tradition of pranks start?" Draco smirked. "I still owe you from last time."
"Oh you mean when you screamed like a terrified little girl?" Jessica grinned.
"You better be careful, Selwyn. Blaise isn't around to tell me to go easy on you." He approached her slightly. "And I'm sure I have my ways of torturing you."
"I'd like to see you try, Malfoy." She smirked.
Draco grinned and tackled her to the ground. He climbed over her and tickled her stomach, making her laugh uncontrollably. He managed to hold her down for a good two minutes before she accidently kneed him. He fell to the side in pain as she recovered from her laughter.
"I'm so sorry." She said, trying to sound worried while controlling her breathing at the same time. Draco was making a funny noise so she couldn't tell whether he was laughing or crying. "Draco?"
He tackled her once again and repeated his previous attack.
"You're going down, Selwyn."
x.x
Narcissa quietly set the table while Elena took the food out of the oven.
"It's almost strange seeing you cook." Athos remarked as he entered the room. "Hope it tastes good."
"I still know how to cook, darling." Elena said, rolling her eyes.
"I recall your cooking being the best." Narcissa smiled. "You still must teach me how to make pork stew."
"Remind me again when we get home." Elena grinned. "We could have a cook off or something."
"Oh no... Not another one of your kitchen competitions." Athos groaned. "Count me out."
"You're always counted out." Narcissa stated, slapping the back of his head as he walked past her. "I wonder if Valerie would be up for a challenge."
"Oh please, Valerie is busy getting married again." Elena groaned. "And I seriously thought husband number five was a keeper."
"Well who knows, perhaps number six will be." Narcissa laughed.
"They still haven't mentioned Lady Cattleboot." Jessica whispered, as she tried to balance herself on Draco's shoulders.
"Good. Can you get off me now?" Draco complained.
"Right sorry." She said quietly. "I have an idea though."
"Here we go." He groaned.
"I suggest we have a little competition of our own." She smirked. "Winner takes all."
"I like that evil mind of yours." Draco grinned. "But I think we should see who can prank the most."
"Fine... Who will judge?"
"I'll be happy to do that." Josh said, as he jumped down the stairs. "I've got nothing better to do anyway."
"As long as you don't favour your sister, I'm fine with it." Draco stated.
"I'll favour those who manage to impress me. I warn you, I'm very picky when it comes to pranking." Josh said proudly.
"No worries... We'll manage." Jessica grinned.
x.x
Three weeks went by faster than ever. The first beautiful prank was pulled off by Draco. He'd managed to convince Elena that there was a spooky cloaked man searching for her. She'd spent two whole days looking as if she'd seen a ghost. He eventually felt bad and told her it was all part of a prank war that was going on. Apparently they were to take no prisoners. He was quite thankful that she decided not to tell on him and simply warned him that next time she wouldn't be so forgiving.
The second prank was Jessica's. Lucius was stuck to the dining room chair for three whole hours. Everyone tried and tried but nothing would help. Eventually the chair literally spat him out. He landed a few metres away, with his legs in the air.
Due to proper use of Weasley products and because it was downright hilarious, Josh declared his younger sister as the winner of round one.
Jessica got the chance to start off the second round of pranks and her next target had to be Narcissa. She was quite reluctant to do anything because Narcissa Malfoy was genuinely a nice person. Apparently, Narcissa couldn't wait until the holidays were over to learn how to make Elena's famous Pork Stew. Jessica didn't care that much for it so she felt no guilt in ruining it. Narcissa was fairly disappointed that no one liked it and Jessica later apologized for her actions. Narcissa made Pork Stew again the next day and discovered that she was actually quite good at it.
Draco's next target wasn't going to be an easy one. Athos was very much aware of their little tradition of pranking. He was the one responsible for it, after all. Mr. Selwyn definitely regretted ever telling the children about his adventures as a Gryffindor prankster prince. Draco decided not to be original at all and remembered one of Athos' old pranks. He allowed a tiny drop of happy potion drop into Athos' morning coffee and waited for his prank to commence. Mr. Selwyn spent the entire day chirping around, skipping, jumping and quite frankly, annoying the heck out of Elena.
Joshua gladly declared Draco as the winner for round two.
"Children, a word please." Elena said, after the three youngsters finished clearing the table. "Lady Cattleboot will be returning home this weekend. There will be a nice homecoming party for her so I suggest the three of you tone down the pranking."
"No problem mum." Josh grinned. "Would Lady Cattleboot like a welcome home cake?"
"I mean it Joshua." Elena said sternly. "Any funny business and you'll be sent straight home."
"Fine." Josh sighed.
Elena smiled and left them to take care of the kitchen.
"You do realize this gives you two only two days to come up with a victory." Josh stated, once he was certain his mother was out of hearing range.
"I think we should call it quits. Mum will kill us if we pull anything else." Jessica sighed.
"Since when do you chicken out of things?" Draco smirked.
"I'm not being chicken, stupid." Jessica said, sticking her tongue out.
"You two seriously need to get married one day." Josh grinned, before exiting the room.
Draco and Jessica concluded their chores in complete silence after that comment.
x.x
Brownie finally found Cattleboot House that night. He had letters from Ron and Hermione but nothing from Harry. Jessica frowned at her owl.
"Did you at least insist for him to write back?"
The owl hooted anxiously and Jessica decided to try her luck on the others.
Hello Jess!
How's everything in France? Fred and George told Ron, who told me, that Draco Malfoy's there with you. I hope he isn't giving you a hard time. Have you heard from Harry? He still hasn't sent me anything. I can't wait to see you again! Hopefully this year will be less traumatic!
Hermione.
Hi Jess! Sorry I haven't written in while. I just can't be bothered really. Is it true Malfoy's with you? Make sure he knows that I'll punch his nose if he bothers you. Hope you're having fun in France.
Ron.
Jessica smiled at the two letters. She decided she'd write them a reply in the morning. Brownie needed his rest.
"Hope I'm not interrupting the reunion." Draco said quietly as he walked into the library.
"No... I just finished reading." Jessica smiled.
"Were you serious about calling it quits?" Draco eventually asked. "I won't mind. The final round was always the hardest."
"Yeah." She laughed. "I won't mind sharing the scoreboard with you this year."
"Next time it's on though." He laughed. "What's it going to be like at school?"
"Same as always. You'll dislike my friends and I'll dislike yours." She sighed. "Or we could make a change and try to get along."
"I doubt it. I can't stand Potter." Draco said, rolling his eyes. "He thinks he's so amazing."
"He doesn't actually." Jessica smirked. "You're just jealous of his success."
"I'm jealous he gets you all to himself." Draco muttered.
Jessica stared at him for a while. The only light in the room was the fire in the corner. He definitely looked handsome in that light.
"I'll always be your friend first." She replied quietly. She gathered her letters and allowed Brownie to jump on her arm. "Good night, Draco."
x.x
"Jess! Jess wake up!" Draco said eagerly. Jessica groaned in response. "Wake up already!"
"What could you possibly want at this hour?" Jessica whined.
"I overheard my dad talking to your dad about Lady Cattleboot. It seems like she's searching for someone to tutor in magic!"
"What!" Jessica shouted. Draco covered her mouth with his hand instantly.
"Keep it down, would you?" He hissed. "Now I want you to keep to yourself at the party while I show her why I'd be the ideal student."
"Have you lost your mind? I'll be the one to gain her attention." Jessica said proudly. "Now leave so I can get my beauty sleep."
Draco rolled his eyes as Jessica pushed him off and closed her eyes. He silently watched as she drifted off to sleep once more. Draco remembered how he would watch her fall asleep when they were children.
Jessica spent most of her day choosing what to wear for Lady Cattleboot. Elena helped her throughout most of it all, before she decided to head off and choose her own outfit. Draco tried to sneak a peek every now and then.
"It's getting rather annoying now, Draco." Jessica sighed.
"I'm just curious to know what you'll be wearing." He smirked. "Not that it'll matter. Lady Cattleboot would much rather teach me."
"Dream on Slytherin Prince." Jessica stated. "Why would she care for someone as stuck up as you?"
"Why would she care for someone so self conscious like you?"
"I am not self conscious!"
"Actually you are. I don't understand why though." Draco said, studying Jessica's features.
"Would you stop doing that?" Jessica said, slapping his arm. "I am not self conscious."
"Fine. Whatever you say." Draco sang as he left the room. "But you're still going to lose."
"It's not a competition!" Jessica called out.
Josh decided to help Narcissa with dinner that evening. He was beginning to feel too bored around the house. Not seeing Draco and Jessica pranking everyone in their grasp was getting the best of him. He'd definitely have to spice things up a bit. He smirked to himself as he seasoned his sister's plate.
Jessica quickly ran out of the dining room and into the kitchen. She was certain everyone's eyes were on her. Josh watched her take a bite of her spaghetti and instantly burn up. It took a lot of will power to not start laughing that very moment. Jessica finally found milk and drank as much as she could. Eventually the burning died down and she focused on controlling her breathing.
"Should I even ask?" Athos sighed when he realised she'd drank all the milk.
"Stupid pranks." She muttered.
"Don't do anything you'll regret young lady." Athos warned. Jessica groaned to herself as she opened another milk bottle.
"You're going down, Malfoy." She said to herself.
x.x
Draco practically had a heart attack when he woke up and saw Jessica staring at him.
"This is a bit creepy, don't you think?" He stated.
"I've just come to make sure you're feeling ok. You washed your hair last night, didn't you?" She smiled.
"Yes..." Draco replied cautiously. "Why?"
"Now we're even." She smirked and left the room.
Draco desperately ran a hand through his hair to make sure it was all still there. What could she possibly be talking about? He quickly got out of bed and headed towards the mirror.
Jessica shut the door behind her and leaned against it. She held in her laughter when she heard Draco scream loudly. She was too distracted to realise he opened the door behind her. He managed to catch her before she fell to the ground. But he didn't let go.
"What are you playing at? I thought we called it quits." He said angrily.
"I should be asking you the same thing apparently."
"What are you talking about?" He slightly blushed when he realised he was still holding her.
"Don't be daft." Jessica chuckled. "I'll see you later."
Jessica pushed herself off Draco and skipped off.
"Oh you'll definitely be seeing me later." He muttered.
"Draco! What on Earth-"
"It's nothing mum. Bad shampoo." He muttered angrily.
"Well there's no time to wash it off... Perhaps I could fix it." She sighed.
After Draco's hair was back to its natural blond, he quickly prepared his final attack. He'd advised Josh about his pink hair, which made the Selwyn laugh hysterically. But he wasn't about to lose this game. He'd win the prank war and get Lady Cattleboot's attention.
Jessica cautiously walked out of her room. She'd finally managed to fix her hair and couldn't risk anything taking it out of place. All that mattered was Lady Cattleboot wanting to tutor her and not Draco. She slowly walked down the hallway and spotted her silver bracelet on the floor. She sighed and went to pick it up. As soon as she touched it, she felt eggs crack on her head and shoulders and flour pour onto her.
x.x
Jessica was busy drying her hair when Draco knocked on her door. He didn't bother to wait for her to reply and simply walked in. Jessica quickly wiped away her tears and stared at him angrily through the mirror.
"The smell of eggs hasn't gone. I'm going to have to wash my hair again."
"I'm sorry." Draco sighed. "Josh was the one that spiced up your food. Not me."
"What?" Jessica said in shock. "Why would he do that?"
"Because he was bored, apparently." Draco smiled. "Though I'll admit it was on my level of pranking."
"More like you're on his level." Jessica said, still irritated by the smell of eggs.
"So... What will Gryffindor's prankster princess do now?"
"Gryffindor's prankster princess? That's cheesy." She smiled. "Fine... I'm sorry I died your hair pink. It suited you though."
"And I'm sorry about your hair, your dress, your shoes and your opportunity to please Lady Cattleboot." Draco listed. "Besides, she already had taken interest in Anna."
The two laughed. They should've known Lady Cattleboot would choose someone smart and determined like Anna Louise.
"Friends?" Jessica asked worriedly.
"We'll always be." Draco said, pulling her into a hug.
Joshua woke up the following morning with pink hair and eggs and flour all over him. Jessica and Draco exchanged high fives before racing downstairs and heading outside for a quick game of badminton.
PHEW! Glad that madness is over... Or is it? Well, there's still loads more to come! I'll see you all next chapter! Don't forget to review so I know how you're feeling about this!
xoxo !