A/N: Ok, here are a couple of more diary entries. I know this is kind of short. But I'm planning on getting out 2 more chapters tonight, as it will be another week before I will get to write more. Thanks so much for the lovely feedback! You guys are so great! Just so you know, this story does not have an ending yet, I make it up as I go along, so any ideas or tips that you'd like to share would be greatly appreciated! You can reach me at joycerenee@springmail.com Ok, enough rambling! Enjoy!
Chapter Six: Kisses
"Never trust a Malfoy." Severus said out loud, although the only one who heard him was Crookshanks.
The cat nodded his head in agreement, or maybe it was just the brandy. Severus was much more relaxed now that he knew Hermione hadn't given up her innocence on his behalf. However the realization that she had been prepared to go to such lengths made his stomach do flip flops.
Letting out an irritable sigh, Severus continued reading.
Dear Diary,
Professor Dumbledore, Draco, and Harry all met today to discuss their situation. I would have given anything to be a fly on the wall during that meeting, but Harry did tell me everything afterwards.
Harry believes that Draco is serious about joining our side. The two of them made a pact today that will last until we graduate, and Draco is old enough to formally turn away from his father's wishes.
Every once in a while, we will all stage some kind of scene, and Draco will continue to make his nasty comments. Harry swears that he and Draco have put everything behind them, and we don't have to worry about him anymore. I am a little skeptical, but Ron is completely unconvinced.
"Weasley is right."
Silence.
"I cannot believe I just said that. Don't you dare tell anyone!" Severus threatened the cat.
Crookshanks just yawned in his face, clearly unimpressed.
Dear Diary,
So much has happened today! Remember when I said that Ron was unconvinced about Draco? Well, he is now. And so am I.
I was in the library after lunch, for once just staring out the window. I saw Pansy Parkinson walking toward Ginny who was feeding the squid. I thought they were both crazy for being outside in the freezing cold weather. Then they started struggling. I watched helplessly as Pansy stunned Ginny, and pushed her into the lake. I ran down the stairs and out the door as fast as I could. I got there just in time to see Draco diving in after her. As Pansy watched Draco in shock, I turned my wand on her. She was petrified in an instant.
Draco pulled Ginny out, and carried her to Hagrid's cabin. Fortunately, the Gamekeeper had been sent out on an errand today, so it was empty. I made us tea while Draco conjured a fire, and used a drying charm on Ginny, then himself. After making sure that Ginny was okay, he told us it would be best not to tell everyone what had happened. Harry, Ron, and Dumbledore were the only ones that needed to know.
I told him he was wrong and that Pansy should be expelled for what she did. He reminded me that as long as Pansy was here, we could watch her. Once she left Hogwarts, there was no telling what would happen to her. He thought there was a chance that she might realize the error of her ways like he had. I didn't like it, but I went along with it. Especially since Harry had agreed with him when he found out later.
Draco said he'd take care of Pansy by using the obliviate charm. She wouldn't remember what had happened, and we need to keep that in mind whenever we have any future confrontations with her. As he turned to go, I told him to wait. And then I kissed him. Full on the lips! I'm still surprised at my own nerve. This doesn't mean I'm in love with him! It just seemed appropriate at the time. He gave me the first genuine smile I had ever seen him give. After today, I can honestly call Draco Malfoy my friend. However, as I lay here writing about this kiss, I can't help but think of another kiss I gave. It seems like a hundred years ago! Are you still alive, Severus? Should I wait for you?