A/n: Written for the Pick a List Competition prompt #8 (gemino), the Twelve Days of Christmas Challenge part 3 #1, the 25 Days of Christmas Competition prompt stockings and the Pairing Diversity Boot Camp prompt #45 (Lucius/Daphne).

A Real Man

I've never really been attracted to boys my age. They are immature and focused mainly on sex. That's not the type of relationship I want! I want something long-lasting that's worth my time, with a real man.

And I've set my eyes are the hardest target. He's aloof, headstrong, and married. But getting him alone won't be hard. Maybe a quick, timed kiss will be all it takes to seal the deal. If I'm lucky that will be the case anyway.

My adoration for him has multiplied like a gemino spell. I can't help myself though- he's so yummy. Broad shoulders, fine pale hair and a masculine build. Oh, he's perfect.

It doesn't matter that he's over eighteen years older than I am. Age is just a number, and I'm sure he will agree.

I have the perfect reason to get him alone. The Manor is creepy and large, and I might need help finding my overnight room. I should ask Draco, who I'm using as an excuse to spend the night. But asking his father is so much better. He's the man I want to talk to after all.

"Honestly Miss Greengrass, you should remember where the guest rooms are. You used to visit often."

"I know," I say shyly, twirling my hair as I walk. "But during the war I didn't pay much attention to which room was which. I guess I've just forgotten."

"Apparently. Well, here we are." He pushes open a door, beckoning me inside. "Your old room. It's just down the hall from Draco's-"

I don't really give him a chance to answer. If I don't enact my plan now, I'm pretty sure I won't have the courage to at all. Standing on my toes I'm just barely tall enough to look him in the eyes, and I plant a soft kiss on his lips quickly before backing away.

He's stunned into silence, staring at me with large eyes. I twirl my hair innocently, watching his facial expressions. Despite himself, Lucius eyes me up and down, eyes lingering on the space between my short skirt and stockings don't meet. I knew that would catch his attention.

"Goodnight Daphne," he says quickly, slamming the door shut. I grin as I hear him rush away. I caught his attention, and that was the goal. He knows I'm interested now.

And considering the look he shot me, I assume Lucius is too.

Perfect. Now I can use the rest of my vacation to seduce him. Once I have my eyes set on someone, I don't give up easily.