A/N - This is my very first FanFic. It is something that I have been working on for a very long time now, but have been afraid to post anything up for fear of rejection towards my stories. But, I guess I won't know until I try. All are welcome to read it. All reviews are appreciated. For right now, it is going to be mild, but it will be taking a turn of events here soon. Let me know what you think! ~ EekFurby
Disclaimer - I do NOT own any of the Harry Potter characters. They are the sole property of the wonderful and most amazing author, J.K. Rowling. I do, however, own this story.
Chapter One - With Arms Wide Open
Draco Malfoy awoke to his house elf tugging on his silk green bedding. "Master Malfoy! You must wake up, for you will be late for Hogwarts!" squeaked the small house elf.
Yawning at his boring, dull life ahead of him, he looked at the disturber of his peace and smirked. "Where are my parents?" he asked, already bored of the conversation.
"Lord and Lady Malfoy are away on business, young Master Malfoy. They send their apologies that they will not be able to see you off before heading out to Hogwarts for the school term. They have already prearranged transportation to King's Cross Station, Master." said the house elf apologetically.
Draco dismissed the house elf out of his bedroom so that he could get himself ready and head out to Hogwarts. Contrary to popular belief of what the wizarding world may think, the Malfoy family are extremely close to each other.
Draco's family consisted of his father, the most powerful wizard throughout the wizarding community, Lucius Malfoy. Narcissa Malfoy, the most beautiful and graceful witch there ever was. And, of course, their son and only heir to the Malfoy fortune, Draco Malfoy. Together, they were untouchable and unstoppable.
Draco finally forced himself out of his bed and headed into the bathroom to take a shower and begin to get ready. Twenty minutes later, he was dressed in his best and ready to face a new year at Hogwarts. He made one last and final check on his list to ensure that he had everything ready to go and made his way downstairs towards the kitchen.
As he made his decent down to the dining quarters, he could smell the sweet nectar of breakfast in the air. He quickened his pace a bit because it smelled like today was going to be a pancake day. His favorite! He sat down at the table and was immediately served a hot plate of pancakes, extra syrup, three pieces of crisp bacon, a glass of orange juice, and the Daily Prophet.
Satisfied that he had had enough to fill himself up, he called for his house elf to check the time and to ensure the he did indeed have a ride to King's Cross Station. "Master Malfoy, it is now 9:00 a.m. and your ride is waiting for you outside." squeaked the house elf.
"Thank you. Do tell my parents, when you see them, that I love them and will write to them after my arrival at Hogwarts." said Draco.
"Yes, Master." replied the house elf.
Draco then headed for the main door that led to his transportation awaiting for him outside. He noticed that his trunk was already waiting for him. He opened the front entrance door and was immediately engulfed in extreme bright sunlight. Just as Draco was about to head out towards King's Cross Station, he was stopped by the house elves. "Sorry, Master, for the interruption, but you forgot this on your nightstand. Master Malfoy cannot walk into Hogwarts without his Head Boy Badge." squeaked the house elf, nervously.
"Thank you." said a very grateful Draco. The house elf bowed gracefully as he backed away so that Draco could continue on his journey to King's Cross Station. As Draco stared out the window, he wondered who the Head Girl would be.
He wrinkled his nose at a sudden thought. "What if it was Pansy Parkinson?" Draco let out a long groan and moan while shaking his head violently.
The driver, noticing the state of his passenger, immediately pulled the vehicle over and ran to the passenger side door. "Sir, are you alright? Are you going to be sick? Do I need to get you a doctor?"
Draco was glad that the driver pulled over for a moment. He got out of the vehicle and leaned up against it, allowing the air to clear out his mind and the thoughts that were racing through it. After a few moments the driver approached him.
"I'm very sorry sir, but if we do not leave soon, we will miss your destination."
Draco took one last breath and got back into the vehicle with the driver closing the door behind him.
Soon, they were back on their way to King's Cross Station. As Draco pulled into the station, he couldn't believe how busy it was. The driver came around and opened up his door. Draco got out and looked around his surroundings. As he took a few more minutes to gander around, a certain somebody seemed to catch his eye. She was beautiful. She could almost pass as an angel herself. The glow that she radiated was pure and radiant.
She had beautiful long brown hair. It was in beautiful, soft looking ringlets. She had the most gorgeous smile he had ever seen. She walked with grace and confidence. As he studied her for a few more seconds, she happened to look up and catch him spying on her. Their eyes connected for less than a second and as soon as he locked onto those honey brown eyes, he was instantly taken aback.
"Granger?" he whispered. At that moment in time, Draco knew that she had to be his, forever.
'With Arms Wide Open'
Creed
Well I just heard the news today
It seems my life is going to change
I closed my eyes, begin to pray
Then tears of joy streamed down my face
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
Well I don't know if I'm ready
To be the man I have to be
I'll take a breath, I'll take her by my side
We stand in awe, we've created life
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
Now everything has changed
I'll show you love
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
I'll show you everything
Oh yeah
With arms wide open
Wide open
(Guitar Break)
If I had just one wish
Only one demand
I hope he's not like me
I hope he understands
That he can take this life
And hold it by the hand
And he can greet the world
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
Now everything has changed
I'll show you love
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
I'll show you everything
Oh yeah
With arms wide open
Wide open
A/N - That is the end of Chapter One - With Arms Wide Open. Thank you for reading my very first FanFic! I promise that it is going to get better. Tons better! I do not believe in writing a short story. This particular piece will have no less than 30 chapters, that I can assure you. Remember to review, please! All feedback is welcome! *smiles* ~ EekFurby
