[a/n] Got Hufflepuff before & Ravenclaw with the last chapter. Just rewatched the final battle, decided JKR did enough to Slytherin. So, this'll be enough House shaming for now.

Harry Does Different Zj

Shame of Gryffindor

It was the beginning of Harry Potter's Fifth Year. And he looked around his House with a carefully neutral look that was hiding thoughts of disgust.

"Ladies and Gentlemen, and I address you all that way." Professor McGonagall announced in the Gryffindor Common Room "I expect all of you to always behave that way. Follow the instructions of your professors, the Head Boy and Girl, your prefects and you will be great additions to a fine and noble House."

The Lions all cheered for that.

"A list of all the clubs and activities will be available all weekend for you to join." She went on. "Yes, you may, Wood."

The Quidditch Captain nodded, he'd been highly agitated "Thank you Professor McGonagall. Three of us are Seventh Years. This does mean we have a good chance at winning the Cup."

"What's Quidditch?" asked a small girl.

Ron gave a look, sat next to her, asked "You're Muggleborn?" When she nodded, he answered "Well, it's just about the best game ever. Come find me after your first flying lesson and I'll show you a bit."

"I can fly?" she asked, in wonder.

Hermione was deeply impressed with her redhead best friend.

"Professor, I have something to say, too." Said Harry.

She nodded "Well, it's getting a bit late, Mr. Potter. But we can spare a couple minutes."

"I want you First Years to know this is not about you." He began, causing immediate curiosity "My First Year, Professor McGonagall said while here your House is like your family. Did everyone else get the same speech?"

Students nodded, the Head of Gryffindor said "That speech, or words very similar was given to every new class going back before Nicolas Flamel. I myself have given it for over twenty years."

"Well, last year, I felt like I never left my rotten family." Harry said harshly "And, thinking back this summer, I didn't get a whole lot of kindness Second Year either. I was the evil Heir of Slytherin then, last year I was a cheater, liar, whatever. And that included here in my own dorm."

Seamus Finnegan put in "Well me Mam almost didn't send me back, cause of you."

"Not my fault she's an idiot." Harry sneered.

Seamus charged, but was stunned by McGonagall "And I think you owe Mr. Finnegan an apology, Mr. Potter."

"Why?" asked Harry insolently "She called me a liar. Don't forget the Potter Stinks badges. Finnegan had one. Can I finish?"

"Assuming it is brief. And has a definite purpose." She replied, annoyed.

Harry nodded "Ok, fine. How's this? Again, excepting the new Firsties, most of you treated me like shit in Second and Fourth Year. I don't need Quidditch to fly. So, Wood, find a new Seeker. Night all." After standing for a moment over Seamus, and spitting in the stunned boy's face, he contemptuously tossed his Quidditch badge on the floor and climbed the stairs.

A shocked and silent common room watched Harry depart. Even the unflappable McGonagall stared after him, blankly.

******* * * *Breakfast, Great Hall

Harry strolled up to the Teacher Table and said "A brief moment, Professor McGonagall?"

"You did not feel your announcement should have been more private, Potter?" she asked, coldly.

He shrugged "I didn't expect anyone to like it. Regardless. I find myself with free time. I would like to fill that time with a class. I have been revising Arithmancy. If I clear Divination I am confident I can join the NEWT class."

"Submit your work, and I will consider it." She ordered with a hint of softening.

He nodded and said "Thank you Professor."

"Spoiled brat!" Severus sneered as the student departed.

Minerva retorted "You actually have a chance at the Cup this year."

"Minerva, Severus." Dumbledore scolded "Behave."

Draco yelled over "Potter! You quit Quidditch! Scared to face me? I knew it!"

"Malfoy anytime you feel like going one on one Seeker, I'd be too glad to plow you into the Pitch." Harry had been ready for this, from the moment he'd made the decision. And on this the Gryffindors were greatly amused. After what seemed like a moment of thought added "Oh? Malfoy? Make sure to invite your Father! That way we won't have to wait to see what he says."

Draco opened his mouth…. then filled it with egg. And chewed, angrily.