Summary: What if Harry had taken Draco's hand in his first year? What if he hadn't persuaded the hat to put him into Gryffindor? What if everything was different?
A/N: Well, here I am, starting another story. I shouldn't, but I am. This plot bunny just wouldn't leave me alone...
Right now, this is an angst story. It will be romance, some day. I need you guys to tell me what you want to read!
REVIEW, OR I WILL SHOOT YOU! Okay, probably not. But please review anyway.
Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter. Ha.
Ch. 1 In The Beginning Harry Potter couldn't help but smile as he sat in the compartment. Not only was he a wizard; he had just made two new friends! What luck!
Now, Harry never had much, but he knew the Dursley's had money. As he looked at Ron, he noticed that his clothes weren't in the best shape. Clearly, they were bargain clothes, and were very cheap. Harry's mind began to reel.
'Ron is my friend, but what do I really know about him? He could be poor from anything; his family could be shoulder-deep in debt, they could be slaves... with all of these new things I'm learning, you never know. He could be disguised, and could actually be this guy I'm supposed to beware of... Moldafort... no, that's not it... Voldishorts? No, not that either... GOT IT! Voldewart! He could be Voldewart! I better watch my step... and as for that Hermione... well, I can't be sure what's hiding under that bushy hair.'
Harry just chilled in his seat, next to his new... companion. Hermione had left the compartment. He sat there, thinking intently, as the boy he previously met at Madam Malkin's (who he was rather impressed with, contrary to how he acted) entered.
"Is it true?" he said. "They're saying all down the train that Harry Potter's in this compartment. So it's you, isn't it?"
"Yes," said Harry. He was flanked by two large boys, who looked more like hairy boulders than children.
"Oh, this is Crabbe and this is Goyle," said the boy, noticing where Harry was looking. "And my name's Malfoy, Draco Malfoy."
Ron coughed lightly, which was probably covering up a laugh. Draco Malfoy glared at him.
"Think my name's funny, do you? No need to ask who you are. My father told me all the Weasleys have red hair, freckles, and more children than they can afford." Harry barely masked a snigger after this statement.
He turned to Harry. "You'll soon find out some wizarding families are much better than others, Potter. You don't want to go making friends with the wrong sort. I can help you there." He held out his pale hand to shake Harry's.
Harry stared at the hand, thinking hard. If he didn't take the hand, Draco Malfoy would just leave their compartment, and he'd be friends with Ron and Hermione forever. They seemed nice enough, if not boring. It had its advantages.
But, what if he took Draco's hand? Life would never be boring; he would have bodyguards, and seem superior to everyone. After 11 years of being stepped on, there was nothing Harry would want more than to be above everyone else. He and Draco would be lifelong friends, and that definitely had advantages, too.
All of this, of course, happened within two seconds. Everyone in the compartment was staring at Harry, who was clearly contemplating everything that had been thrown at him within the last few days. Harry looked back up at Draco, and smiled. He knew what he was going to do.
Harry stuck his hand out, and shook Draco's.
"I'd be pleased to make your acquaintance; you clearly know a lot about the Wizarding world. I'd like to learn from you." Draco grinned widely as he grabbed Harry's arm and began guiding him out of the compartment.
"You made the right choice, Harry. Crabbe, Goyle, grab Harry's things. Now, about Quidditch..." Draco kept on talking to Harry as they exited the compartment, leaving Ron looking lonely.
A/N: Now, please don't feel bad for Ron. Please. I'll make it up to you later, I promise! Now, review, or you're getting NOTHING for Halloween!
Poll: I hope this doesn't get anything erased...
Who do you want to be a future couple?
1) Harry/Draco
2) Harry/Pansy
3) Ron/Hermione
4) Harry/Ginny (remember, I can convert Ginny, too)
5) Draco/Ginny
Just leave your vote in your review!
Much love,
xoxox--- Rikki Aiken