-The Muggleborn Slytherin: Of Monsters and Men-
Aria's POV
I was wondering the library looking for something interesting to read when I remembered I had Hogwarts: A History in my bag. Taking it out I sat down at a table and started reading.
It was rather interesting, and became even more intriguing when I came across a poem, no, a song, called The Sorting Hat (Song). I started reading, becoming more and more in love with the song, because it reminded me why Hogwarts was my second home. The song was very beautiful, but it had no form of written music to guide anyone who wanted to learn it.
One thousand years ago this story starts
There were four sorcerers with strong and wise hearts
Bold Gryffindor from wild moor
Fair Ravenclaw from glen
Sweet Hufflepuff from valley broad
Shrewd Slytherin from fen
They had a dream to teach all that they knew
Witches and wizards came far and it grew
'Til a castle stood tall by the shores of a lake
And a thousand years later the magic remains
Old Hogwarts Sorting Hat sing me a song
Speak in my head tell me where I belong
And when things look bad and there's nowhere to run
Unite all the houses and we'll fight as one
Brave Godric Gryffindor favoured the strong
Those who had courage and knew right from wrong
And Rowena Ravenclaw taught only the best
So kind Helga Hufflepuff would teach all the rest
But Salazar Slytherin had is own plans
He thought the Muggle-borns didn't understand
The subtleties of magic and so he devised
The Chamber of Secrets with a monster inside
Old Hogwarts Sorting Hat sing me a song
Speak in my head tell me where I belong
And when things look bad and there's nowhere to run
Unite all the houses and we'll fight as one
Old Hogwarts Sorting Hat sing me a song
Speak in my head tell me where I belong
And when things look bad and there's nowhere to run
Unite all the houses and we'll fight as one
Unite all the houses and we'll fight as one
I was determined to make a rhythm for this, if it had none written down: 'I will sing this one day', I told myself. Deciding it would be better to do this in a more private and appropriate place, I went to sit outside in the sun.
I tried for hours before finally finding a good toon, one that matched the words, I also imagined a piano accompaniment. I practiced for a few hours more before going back inside for dinner, humming all the way. I didn't have to worry about being late because they left the food out for longer during Friday nights and the weekends.
I sat with Harry and Ron, deciding to keep my mouth shut about the song, at least until I had it memorized. Dinner went by smoothly, with minimal bullying from Draco and the others, and a visit from Hermione.
After dinner, I finished my weekend homework, then went to bed, still humming the song.
-The Muggleborn Slytherin: Of Monsters and Men-
The next morning I did my morning routine before going outside again to practice, not wanting anyone around when I was singing.
My luck didn't hold out however as Professor Snape came upon me whilst I was sing, meaning I didn't notice he was there until I finished the song and he sat down beside me.
"Agghh!" I yelp realizing he was there. "Don't scare me like that Professor!" I chastised, which might not be the best course of action, but after that mugging a few weeks ago, I was still a tiny bit jumpy.
He seemed unfazed as he responded, "You're singing the Sorting Hat's Song?" Snape asked me.
"Yes" I answered, "I found it in Hogwarts: A History, and it seemed interesting." I gave a short half explanation.
"It's a nice song, if a tad simple." He responded turning to look out at the grounds. He looked peaceful, blissful even. He spoke again, dragging me out of my musings, "I haven't heard that song in a long time," He breathed out, "You sang it well."
Even when Snape praised someone, it was usually muted, so this small piece of praise had me beaming. " You really think so, Professor?" I asked him
"Indeed."
I was practically bouncing when I asked, "Would you like to stay with me while I practice?"
"I've nothing better to do."
-The Muggleborn Slytherin: Of Monsters and Men-
Later that night, I was in the common room when I began to quietly sing the song under my breathe. Pansy must have heard me because a few moments later the piped up, "Shut your muggleborn mouth will you, you're making me want to gag!"
"Hey!" Harry and Ron responded, moving to stand in front of me. Ron started going red with anger, "For one, I think she sounded nice; for two, where do you find the nerve to speak to her like that!"
"Enough!" One of the prefects shouted, silencing everyone.
"What was she even singing?" Someone inquired, to which Draco responded, "Some filthy Muggle song, no doubt!" sneering.
"It was a song about hogwarts actually." I stated, watching as people eyed me with curiosity.
"Well let's hear it then!" Someone shouted.
I began singing, watching people's reactions. Ron, Harry and the majority on the Slytherins looked to be enjoying the song, while people like Pansy were sneering and mutter a few choice words. Malfoy's face was a bit flushed, with an unreadable expression on his face, so I had no idea what to make of him.
Once I finished, most everyone clapped. I felt so proud of myself, I had finally sung this song for people like I had planed. It felt nice, fun, to have people appreciate my singing.
Snape and the prefects ordered us to bed soon after, but I caught the small, ghost of a smile Snape had. Needless to say, I went to sleep smiling.
-The Muggleborn Slytherin: Of Monsters and Men-
Sorry it took so long for me to update this guys, I've just had a lot going on. I will try to do better. Also I don't anything in this oneshot.
