Disclaimer: If I owned Harry Potter, chances are I wouldn't be writing fan fiction about it.

Irish Eyes
by: Eternity Bites

Warning: Contains graphic yaoi/slash (boy-love). Don't like, don't read. ^^
Authors Note: Takes place during Harry's sixth year at Hogwarts. There is no budding romance between Harry and Ginny.

Chapter 1

"When Irish eyes are smiling, they're usually up to something."
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When Harry came down to breakfast that day and saw Seamus' eyes twinkling madly he couldn't help but feel sorry for the poor sap who was about to have their heart broken. At Hogwarts, or least in Gryffindor, Seamus Finnegan was known to be one of the schools biggest players. Gender didn't seem to matter to the Irish teen that was of the opinion that if it had a pulse it was fair game.

Shaking his head and offering a small prayer for the unfortunate soul Harry slathered a piece of toast with some jam and tried to contain his mirth as he watched Ron and Hermione argue over some trivial thing, ignoring the familiar sensation of eyes on his person.

As the day progressed Harry continued to feel the same eyes staring at him with what felt like enough force to set something ablaze. To be frank it was starting to make him uncomfortable. Turning his attention away from Professor Flitwick he looked around the room surreptitiously trying to catch the guilty party. Seeing the classes attention on the professor Harry was about to rotate his attention forward when he caught the eyes of Seamus Finnegan.

The boy was staring at him rather intently and when he realized he had caught Harry's eye Seamus' lips curled into a predatory grin and he gave a slow wink. Harry quickly spun around and tried to will down the blush spreading across his cheeks and quash the dread that was forming in the pit of his stomach. After living in close quarters with someone you learned things about their personality and Harry had discovered that Seamus was more stubborn that a mule when it came to getting things he wanted, most of the time he wore down his conquests with pure will. Of course some people thought the true reason Seamus didn't give up was because he was 'uncontrollably in love' with his target. Anyone in Gryffindor could tell you this was a lie.

Harry's heart gave a little squeeze. Truthfully he wouldn't be against going out with Seamus. After all the teen was rather good looking and his voice could sound like pure sin. No the thought didn't repulse him, it was the fact that the minute Seamus got bored he would leave him and move on to other people and Harry wasn't sure if he could deal with that.

After coming to the Wizarding World Harry had expected an escape from the Dursley's, a place where he could be himself and make his own friends. It seemed that it wasn't meant to be because the moment he arrived Harry discovered that people had already formed their own opinions of him that he was expected to conform to. Added to the multiple betrayals Harry had suffered through made him wary of any kind of relationship especially one with someone who wasn't known for commitment. It was with this thought that Harry came to the conclusion that it would be better to stay away from Seamus.

Strengthening his will, Harry resolutely focused on the remainder of his Charm's lesson, missing the determined look that crossed Seamus' face.

After making his decision Harry had managed to avoid Seamus for three whole days. It was only with the help of Hermione and Ron and the use of quite a few of Fred and George's products did he even manage to avoid Seamus for that long.

However it seemed it was not meant to be because at lunch that day Seamus managed to snag the sit beside him because Ron and Hermione were off doing prefect stuff.

"Heya Harry." Seamus greeted him, smiling roguishly. Harry resisted the urge to swoon at the sound of that brogue and nodded in greeting keeping all of his focus on the plate in front of him.

"So how are things? I haven't seen you for a few days." Seamus asked leaning in closer.

"Yeah I've been sort of busy." Harry mumbled trying his best to keep his growing blush under control while resolutely not looking at Seamus.

"That's too bad I've wanted to spend some time with you." Seamus said giving Harry a rakish grin. "Perhaps I could escort you to Hogsmeade this weekend?"

Harry's eyes rounded in panic and he looked around to the others before assistance. Everyone was focused on their lunches and resolutely ignoring him but then he saw his saviour.

"Sorry can't, I promised Ginny I'd go with her already." Harry said, resisting the urge to wince at his bad fib.

"Is that so?" Seamus asked a rather startled Ginny.

Harry looked at her pleadingly but Ginny had focused all her attention on Seamus.

"Yes, but unfortunately Dean asked me to go with me and I said yes." Here Ginny turned towards Harry, grinning evilly. "I was trying to find you earlier so I could cancel. Sorry Harry."

Harry shot her a rather dirty look, damning the twins for teaching their little sister the ability to lie well, before facing his doom.

"So it seems you're left without a date for this weekend." Seamus informed him.

"Ah well, I suppose I'll just tag along with Ron and Hermione." Harry said, hoping they wouldn't mind too much.

"You're so forgetful Harry." Ginny told him, wearing the devils smile. "They're not going because Hermione is forcing a study session on Ron."

A smug grin stretched across Seamus' face "It seems like you're free this weekend. So what do you say, care to come with Hogsmeade?"

Harry sighed in resignation. 'Why can't I have good, reliable friends?' Harry thought shooting a tortured look in Ginny's direction.

"I suppose so." Harry agreed reluctantly.

"Great." Seamus gave him quick peck on the cheek before getting up. Harry watched him go and saw Seamus toss a wink at him over his shoulder.

'What have I gotten myself into this time?' Harry thought, slumping into his seat while trying to will away the blush staining his cheeks.

Authors note: Something I've been thinking about since last St. Patty's day. Reviews are appreciated ^^