Chapter 7. Summer
Letters.
July 5th
Potter,
I found some very
interesting photographs hidden in my trunk. The pictures taken by
that Colin Creevey at the Yule Ball. I'm sure this rings a bell.
I know it had to have been you, though how you managed to sneak into
my room is a mystery. I would think the very walls of Slytherin would
have conspired to expel such as you from their presence.
I hope you
sufficiently taught that creep a lesson?
Don't bother
writing back.
Regards,
Draco Malfoy
July 5th
Draco,
I hope I was able to
get the message to Colin. He means well, he can just be a
little…scary with his obsession sometimes. The pictures were a
peace offering, really.
Would you consider
being friends?
Harry
July 10th
Mother,
You said you were
going waiting for me in a charming town in the south of France, I
deduced you meant Saint Jean De Luz? I went to Saint Jean De Luz.
It is quite a
charming town. And yet, you are not to be found! Other
wizards are spending summer with their parents. Have you forgotten
that I am a teenage boy who does not speak French? Where are
you?
Love,
Draco
P.S. The strawberry
tarts are delicious.
July 20th
Potter,
Creevy is what, two
feet tall? Scary? Be a man!
In response to your
question: No.
I am only writing
because I have extra time this summer. You are truly not worthy of
association. I wanted to make that clear.
Regards,
Draco Malfoy
July 20th
Draco,
May I ask why the
answer is no?
Harry
July 28th
Dearest Draco,
I was so terribly
happy to get your letter!
I'm sorry we
missed each other, but I'm sure you're having a lovely time
exploring and learning on your own as young men love to do! I've
gone on a mountain expedition. My new friend, Pierre, is such
a dear! He assures me that hiking up pristine ranges will help me
reach tranquility. I do so need this now, especially after
the horrible ordeals I've been forced to endure.
I'll see you soon
my dearest, sweetest little boy!
Love,
Mommy
July 28th
Mother,
Which mountains are
you referring to? Your letter was a little vague in that regard.
I'm still waiting
to for you in town, though I have been taking day trips to visit the
beaches of Biarritz, I hope I hadn't missed you?
Recently I've
become a bit sunburned and for the last few days have not left my
hotel. Alas, I still lack the capacity to tan, unlike Pot-er
others at school.
Love,
Draco
P.S. Who is Pierre?
August 1st
Son,
I have an important
task for you to complete. You will be silent and obedient in regards
to this matter, as is due me, your Father.
Find a muggle place
called a 'Cyber Café', log into my accounts at cybrmte, adultliazonz
and pervyhobbitfanciersanonymous
and print out all correspondence. This is very important, be sure to
print out ANY pictures that are sent my way! You wouldn't believe
how many people lie about who they really are.
Disgraceful.
Azkaban is
dreadfully boring now that they took the dementors away and I don't
want any of my conquests to think I've abandoned them.
Do this at once!
Lucius Malfoy
P.S. Some of the
letters may be for a woman named 'Lucy'; they are for me as well.
August 1st
Mr. Lucius Malfoy,
Correspondence of a
most irregular nature has been forwarded to the Ministry of Magic by
a Mr. Draco Malfoy. It is my belief that you are currently
attempting to misuse the Muggle object known as the 'internet'.
I will be meeting with you in Azkaban in one week's time to discuss
this situation.
Sincerely,
Mr. Arthur Weasley
Ministry of Magic
Misuse of Muggle
Artifacts Office
August 15th
Potter,
In response to your
question dated July 20th, it should be obvious, even for
you. A Slytherin and a Gryffindor just cannot mix.
Regards,
Draco Malfoy
August 15th
Draco,
How can you be sure?
You don't know me, not really.
You have this…idea
of what I am, of the way the world works.
What I'm trying to
say…
Is it that maybe
you're afraid to give me a chance?
Harry
August 16th
Potter,
How dare you suggest
that I may be afraid! Listen, what are you trying to accomplish here? Because I know what you-
Listen is
this-
Why are you-
If I actually
pretend to believe you - to believe that YOU - the Great Harry
Potter want to be friends with ME, the most despised boy at
Hogwarts, what can I expect to happen?
Regards,
Draco Malfoy
August 16th
Draco,
I think that once we
get past all of this stupid, childish bickering that we might find we
have a lot in common.
And, you're not
despised. Surely you must be aware of this?
The other houses
hold you as one of the saviors of our world. I know they're
behavior has been…overwhelming for you.
I can be someone to
talk to, someone who won't judge you.
Someone who might
understand.
I can be a friend.
Harry
August 17th
Potter,
Are you now
insinuating that I have been childish in regards to you?
I am not fearful or
childish!
I see right through
you to your true intent.
Very well.
Though I will not
agree to be your friend, I will agree to consider you as an
acquaintance. One I might talk to once in awhile, as any other
mature young man.
Save your blather
about everyone else at school, I know exactly what they're doing!
You are just too blind to see the truth.
It's those ugly
glasses you insist on wearing.
Regards,
Draco Malfoy
August 17th
Draco,
Acquaintances would
be a good start.
Would you like to
meet on the train? We could share a compartment and talk about our
summer? We don't have to ride with anyone else, if they annoy
you.
Harry
August 20th
Potter,
I said acquaintance,
not chum. Don't make the mistake of thinking I'm like your other
little lap dogs. Please note that I've enclosed my preferred
brand of hair gel as well as a hairstyle booklet.
Do something
with your hair.
Regards,
Draco Malfoy
August 20th
Draco,
I will do my best,
though it's not something I'd really paid attention to before. I
suppose it makes sense. I've noticed other boys taking extra time
to get ready before dates. Ron even buys potions against acne now,
though I don't think it matters as his freckles hide it anyway.
I guess if it
attracts that certain someone, it's worth it?
I look forward to
seeing you on the train!
Harry
August 25th
Mother,
Your last letter
stated you were in the mountains and you haven't responded to any
of my other queries. I thought you might have meant the Pyrenees.
I tried to find you,
but I'm afraid I became quite lost while hiking. Are you aware
that there are rampaging goats that wander those mountains?
I was mauled, Mother, mauled by goats!
They ate my cloak
and would have eaten my robe if I hadn't made a hasty retreat.
Apparently I lost consciousness as I fell down half the mountain, but
luckily I was found by a local mountain witch who healed me nicely. I
only had a few scrapes and abrasions anyway, and she doesn't think
I'll have a concussion.
I'll be heading
back to school soon, and I guess I won't see you at all this year.
I miss you.
Love,
Draco
P.S. We may have to
add the witch to our Christmas card list or something, she blathered
on and on about me owing her my body and life. For a few measly
heals! She should feel honored to have healed a Malfoy!
August 27th
Potter,
Who is the girl that
you're considering primping for?
By the way, taking a
bath is not 'extra' nor is brushing ones hair and teeth. Those
are occurrences that should happen every day.
Please don't let
it be a Weasley. They'll be insufferable.
Regards,
Draco Malfoy
August 27th
Draco,
Ah, no, it's not a
Weasley.
And, yes I do bathe
and brush every day. Maybe I am somehow showering the muggle way?
Care to show me how wizards do it?
You hadn't
mentioned if you'd be able to meet on the train.
Would you like to
meet instead to buy our books together before school? I'll be going
in a few days.
We could meet and
maybe have a Butterbeer?
Harry
August 28th
Potter,
I have a small
family matter to take care of, so my books are being bought for me.
The Ministry had better get this right! They're taking a week out
of my time for this mess! I'm surprised the Red Pimply One hasn't
told you, his Dad's knee deep.
Anyway, I'll see
you on the train.
Maybe.
Regards,
Draco Malfoy
P.S. Don't be
silly, get a house elf to help you shower. That's what they're
there for!
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