I took a deep breath and knocked on the door. "Come in," he called in monotone. I slowly twisted the knob and tried to calm my nerves. "I just wanted a quick word, Uncle Severus." He nodded his head and gestured to the chair in front of his desk. Each step I took towards the chair I tried reassuring myself. He'll be perfectly fine with me spending Christmas break with Draco. Perhaps I shouldn't phrase it that way. Maybe if I say at Draco's house instead of with Draco he'll just have to yes! Oh, who am I kidding? Uncle Severus would turn away a six year old girl trying to raise money for an animal shelter. Deep breaths, Jenna, deep breaths.
"Well?" Uncle Severus raised his eyebrows and pursed his lips. I sat in the chair and played with my hands. "Since I can't stay with you during the holidays and I really do not want to stay at school," I glanced up to his eyes, "I was wondering if I could spend Christmas break with-at Draco's?" The potion master laughed and I bit my lip. Was my proposal that absurd? "Uncle Severus, what…why are you laughing," I asked curiously. "I've been meaning to tell you, I arranged some plans with the Malfoys that requires you to spend the holidays at their manor." Oh, well, I feel a just a tiny stupid. "Right, well I suppose I should start packing," I said while getting up. "Have a good Christmas, Jenna. I'll see you on New Years," Uncle Severus said with a small smile on his face. "Happy Christmas, professor," I replied, a smirk on my lips.
"You daft dingo! You knew I was spending Christmas with you all along," I exclaimed. "What the bloody hell is a daft dingo," the boy questioned with a laugh. "You, obviously! And that is not the point!" Draco smirked at me, "Well then what is the point?" I sighed and poked him in the chest, "You knew I was staying at your house for the holidays! Why did you bothering asking me, if you knew? I was so worried about asking Severus and there was no reason for me to-""Stop with the ranting, Iddler. I just needed to make sure you actually wanted to spend the holidays with me," the Slytherin Prince ever so kindly interjected. "Why does is it matter if I want to spend the holidays with you," I inquired and folded my arms. "Blackmail," he stated simply. "Oh! You daft-""Dingo?" I gave glared at him and turned on my heel, "I'm going to pack." With that I stormed up the stair to my dorm.
"Pansy?" "Yeah," she answered with a smack of her gum. "What should I bring to Draco's?" I had all my clothes laid out on my bed and I had no idea what to bring. Pansy put down her Witch Weekly magazine and stood up. "Okay, Mrs. Malfoy loves to throw parties so you're going to need dresses…..which you don't have….I'll let you borrow some of mine, but on Christmas and New Years you're going to have to get your own," my best friend advised. "So I basically need another suitcase and a new wardrobe?" Pansy smiled sympathetically, "Like I said you can borrow some of my dresses. Christmas and New Years are really big events. The party is equal to a ball, which is why you'll have to get your own dresses." I sighed out of frustration and put my head in my hands.
"I don't have the money for two gowns but thank you for letting borrow your dresses. It means a lot," I tried to smile. Pansy sat down next to me and started folding some of my clothes. "He really likes you, Jenna," Pansy said out of the blue. I knew right away who she happened to be talking about. I just didn't know what to say. Pansy used to have a thing with Draco and that's somewhat of an award situation. "I'm over him, so don't worry. I have Blaise now," I blushed, remembering the encounter I had with Blaise that one morning, "and Draco fancies you quite a lot."
I opened up the trunk at the foot of my bed and started tossing things in. "It's…confusing. Whatever that's going on between me and Draco, I mean. I guess I like him more than a friend but dating him just seems….odd," I confessed sheepishly. Pansy smiled and continued folding clothes, "Well maybe things will be cleared up after spending the holidays with him." I lightly laughed, "And if not?" Pansy chuckled and nudged my arm, "Then you're screwed….but I have a feeling you'll give in." I raised a brow at her, "Give in to what?" Pansy grabbed my Slytherin scarf and wrapped it around her neck. "That damn Malfoy charm, darrrling," she said dramatically. I laughed and threw a pair of socks at her.
"C'mon Jenna, it's just Christmas break and I'll probably see you every day!" I ignored the groaning boy's protest and hugged him tighter. "I'm still going to miss you," I mumbled into his chest. "Bloody hell woman, let go!" Greg squirmed in my grip and I stifled a laugh before releasing him. Greg fixed his jacket before giving me the eye. I looked at him innocently, "I just gave you a hug." He rolled his eyes at me. "Nearly choked me to death," he grumbled to himself, but I still heard him. "Sorry for showing affection, Mr. Goyle. Now, go finish packing. I have a train to catch." I smiled at Greg and gave him a quick hug.
I had to hurry down to meet Draco. The carriages were leaving soon for the train station. If we missed the train we could catch it later tonight, with Pansy and Greg, but Draco said his mom wanted us at the manor as soon as possible. I don't exactly know why, but I figured it was best not to question .
I spotted Draco with our luggage, talking with Uncle Severus. As I approached the two, I noticed something different about Uncle Severus. He seemed a little on edge. People that don't know him very well wouldn't have noticed, but I did. He's probably bothered by the fact that it's the Christmas season and everyone is so cheery.
"Jenna," Draco called and ushered me over to them. I quickened my pace and hurried over to them. "There're only two carriages left! Where were you," Draco interrogated. I crossed my arms against my chest, "Don't you start. I was saying goodbye and wishing everyone a happy Christmas, if you must know." I saw Uncle Severus smirk out of the corner of my eye. "Well, I hope the both of you have a happy holiday," Severus stated dryly. As Draco climbed into the carriage, I gave Uncle Severus a quick hug. "Jenna, we're going to miss the train," Blondie whined. I rolled my eyes, "Oh hush."
The carriage began to move and I wished Uncle Severus a merry Christmas over my shoulder. "We better make the train," Draco muttered. I lightly kicked his leg. He's been acting bratty all day. "We'll make the train. Why are being so rude?" He shook his head and brushed his fingers through his hair. "Sorry, mum's been up my ass about being on time and such," he replied. "I guess that's a suitable answer," I teased, wanting to lighten the mood. Draco had a small smile on his lips that he didn't mean. I sighed in defeat and leaned back against the carriage. It's going to be a long ride home, I thought to myself.
