*I guess I have to say this…I do not own Harry Potter…never will…if I did…Draco would be mine… This story is an alternate universe where Harry defeated Voldemort 6th year and everyone is back during 7th year. Also Draco's a little OC in this story, but oh well. It's my story I can do as I please.*

Prologue:

Draco Malfoy. In just those two words, so much can be said. Most people when they hear of Draco Malfoy think of words like snob, arrogant, whining, and coward. Not me. I think of passion, loyalty, and bravery all boiling inside, waiting to be set free. My name is Rosabella Woods, but most people call me Belle. I have been one of Draco Malfoy's best friends since Merlin knows when. I can know more about him from one look into his molten silver eyes than one person will ever know in their entire life time. The only problem is the fact that I am one of Draco Malfoy's best friends.

You see; I've had a crush on him since Merlin knows when as well. Every touch; every glance he sends my way sends a shiver up and down my spine. If only Draco would look at me the way he looks at pug-face Pansy. I am so much better for him than she could ever be. I don't like him just for his fame and fortune (unlike some other people I know). If only he would realize that maybe I could be more than just his best friend. Since Draco seems to be oblivious to my flirting tactics, I have surmised a plan that will surely stir his cauldron and make him think twice about me.

Stage 1 Confusion:

I take a deep breath as I see Draco talking to Almira Carter, mine and Draco's other best friend. I'm so glad Almira's in on my plan, or else I don't think I could go through with it. Time to initiate stage 1 of the plan: make Draco very confused. I slowly stroll over to them. I give Almira a smile.

"Hey Mira," I say with a wave. "Hi Draco," I flirtatiously say, stroking him across his shoulders as I go and stand next to Mira.

He's speechless for a couple of seconds before regaining his composure.

"Oh, um…hi." Mira and I giggle.

"Is there something wrong, Draco?' I playfully question.

"No, no. Of course not."

"That's good to know. So what were you two talking about? Nothing bad about me I hope," I say as I bat my eyelashes at him.

"Now why would we talk bad about you?" Mira asks, trying to pull Draco along with the ploy.

"Yeah, there's nothing wrong with you," Draco finishes, exactly how Mira and I wanted him to.

"That is always nice to hear," I say as I smile sweetly at him. "Well I'm starving. I'll meet you both in the Great Hall?" They both shake their heads yes. "Great! See you soon!"

I go and kiss Draco on the cheek before waving goodbye to them. I see Draco's mouth hitting the floor once more as I turn to leave.

Score: Rosabella 1 Draco 0

On to stage 2