Dichotomy

by Yuuki no Yuki

Not every Slytherin ends up in the Snake Pit. Some cave to parental bias, some follow friends or family, and some make a calculated decision to align themselves with the most underestimated house in a bid for safety and security. Well, only one girl did that. But she read those books, no way was she dealing with all that plot. SI/OC Drabble Fic

53. Y3 Dec 13th

"You shall be gaining several classmates, come September."

The girl's head whipped up, surprise etched on her face. "For Alchemy? Who?!"

Snape sighed, "A Mr. Diggory."

"Cedric?!"

Snape tapped at her array pointing out a misbalanced calculation. "He's shown some promise in the field of Transfiguration." A snarl, "No, you insipid child, the value is multiplicative!"

She quickly redid her work.

"Misses Chang and Edgecomb, from Ravenclaw, recommended based on their Charms work." Snape continued without missing a beat. "And a Mr. Pucey, whom may rival you in Potions."

Her hand twitched. "That's...impressive."

Snape smirked, "indeed."