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Harry yawned tiredly and shifted uncomfortably.
But wait a second.
This didn't feel like his luxurious bed back in Gryffindor tower.
But it was still one he was definitely familiar with…
He tiredly opened his eyes and found, to his surprise, that he was in the Hospital Wing. Luckily though his glasses were sitting on the bedside table. Harry reached over and slipped them on; much better he smiled inwardly.
But that didn't solve the question running through Harry's head. Just how did he get here? Harry racked his brain trying to recall the events that had happened. He could vaguely remember having a snowball fight with Malfoy. And his head really hurt, he must have hit it hard on something.
"I see you've woken up at last Mr Potter" Came a stern voice from Harry's right.
Harry glanced up at Madam Pomfrey, quite startled but replied. "Yep…but…err, what exactly happened?"
"You received a bump on the head which consequently knocked you out" She frowned to him. "But you should be well enough to return to class"
Deciding not to query her anymore Harry answered "Alright, thanks Madam Pomfrey..."
The Healer nodded to Harry and turned back to walk to her office, leaving Harry back on his own.
Well I better go explain this to Ron and Hermione Harry sighed to himself. Today could be a long day indeed.
*****
"Ronald, eat properly for goodness sake!" Hermione frowned at Ron, who was currently shovelling in his breakfast.
"M…kay….Mione'" He replied with a mouthful of food. Hermione just rolled her eyes and focused back onto her book, her mind occasionally pondering onto the whereabouts of Harry. She hoped he was okay.
*****
Harry ran as fast as he could through the corridors. He had to get the Great Hall before breakfast was over or he'd be hungry all day. Unfortunately he turned the corner and collided on fully into the worst possible person; Malfoy.
"Watch where you're going Potter" Malfoy smirked.
"Fuck off Malfoy, I don't have time for you" Harry sighed and started to walk past Malfoy.
"Well I'd expect a bit more respect, considering I was the one who dragged you to the Hospital Wing." Malfoy sneered.
Harry immediately turned round to query him but Malfoy was gone. Harry groaned, today just couldn't get any worse. He entered the Great Hall slowly and saw Hermione waving over to him.
"There you are Harry! Are you alright? We found you in the Hospital Wing bu- She started.
"I'm fine Hermione, got a bit of a headache though..." Harry sighed in response and slumped himself down in between his two best friends.
"Stupid ferret…if you ask me, it was his fault" Ron frowned and continued to eat like there was no tomorrow, receiving a smack from Hermione.
"Funnily enough, Malfoy said he was the one who took me to the Hospital Wing" Harry shrugged. "I mean who else could it have been…"
"Nah, that slimy git is more selfish than the whole of Slytherin house put together!" Ron argued.
"It doesn't matter." Harry sighed; he really didn't want an argument this early. "The point is, I'm fine now"
Hermione nodded and glanced at the time. Her eyes widened in horror. "We're late for Care of Magical Creatures!"
After running a considerable amount through the corridors and out into the grounds, the three finally made their way by Hagrid's hut.
"Ah ther' you lot ar'" Hagrid beamed. "Jus' in time as well."
Harry, Ron and Hermione joined the rest of the class and started to get out their books.
"Ah no need for tha', today we're gonna be lookin' at Thestrals" Hagrid boomed in his usually loud voice. "Now can anyone tell me wha' they ar'?"
As always, Hermione's hand was first to rise.
"Mis' Granger" Hagrid nodded.
"Thestrals are unusual winged horses." Hermione began. "You can only see them if you've seen death though.."
"Correct as' usual! 10 points ta Gryffindor" Hagrid smiled. "Lets get these beauties' out then" and started to make his way into the forest carrying a large bucket of raw meat. Most of the class followed reluctantly with Malfoy and his goons trailing behind as usual. As soon as they reached the opening, Hagrid emptied the bucket of meat onto the moist ground.
"Right then, hands' up if ya can see em'" Hagrid spoke, shortly after a pair of the beasts walked into the opening. A few of the students gasped and pointed but the rest looked out in confusion.
"Where are they mate?" Ron asked Harry who seemed to be staring at one in shock.
"A few paces in front of us, don't think you can see them though…" Harry frowned.
"Your right about that" Ron sighed before being interrupted by Hagrid.
"Right then, who wants ta go ridin' one?"
Most of the class stepped back in horror leaving Harry standing out by himself, as usual.
"How are we supposed to ride one if we can't even see them" A voice from the back drawled.
Harry smirked, an idea in his head. He ran over and grabbed Malfoy and started dragging him to a Thestral.
"Like this Malfoy" Harry grinned and swung one foot over the Thestral. Malfoy made an attempt to get away but Harry quickly pulled him up. The class began laughing at the Slytherin, who did not look pleased about this.
"What did I say about respect Potter- Malfoy glared but before he could complain any more the Thestral took off.
"Potter!" Malfoy exclaimed.
"Stop being such a girl Malfoy and hold on" Harry laughed.
*****
Malfoy's weren't scared of anything that's for sure and he certainly wasn't a girl, Draco thought as he looked down at the forest below him and swallowed harshly.
"Oi Potter, go back down" Draco commanded.
"Why are you scared Malfoy" Potter smirked back.
"No, of course not, Malfoy's aren't scared of anything" Malfoy said persistently.
"Lets see about that then" Potter grinned as he lightly kicked the side of the Thestral. The Thestral greatly increased its speed in response and started to plummet down back towards the ground.
"Potter…Stop!" Draco yelled.
Harry grudgingly obliged as he felt Draco's wand nudging him in the back. The winged horse slowed down as it landed back on the ground.
"Well dun' Harry!" Hagrid beamed. "Would anyon' else like a go?"
About half of the class immediately rushed up by the Thestrals, eager to try it for themselves.
Malfoy, however, was not pleased as Ron was still in hysterics.
"You…you…shoulda seen his face mate" Ron laughed.
"Just you wait Weasel, I'll wipe that grin off your face" Malfoy sneered turning his back on the three of them and heading back up into the school. Hagrid was too busy with the others to notice.
"Harry Potter!" Hermione said sternly. "You don't know how many school rules you've just broken!"
"Aww come off it 'Mione, you have to admit seeing Malfoy like that was worth it" Ron said, sticking up for Harry.
"He deserved it" Harry said bluntly and shrugged.
Hermione sighed. She never won these arguments.
"Anyway Harry, would you like to come to Hogsmeade with us? Seeing as we didn't exactly get the chance to look around last time" Hermione said cheerfully.
"Can't" Harry scowled. "Got to redo Snape's essay seeing as Malfoy ripped it up."
"Ah that's a shame" Hermione frowned sadly.
"You can say that again" Harry muttered. "I'll see you later anyway"
"See you!" Hermione waved and went to catch up with Ron.
Harry sighed and dragged himself back up to Hogwarts.
But before doing his essay, there was something he had to do.
Dun Dun Dunnnnnn
Guess what happens next? :D
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Zor xxx
