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The Prophecy
Chapter 4: Draco
Harry and Ginny walked out of the library and towards the Quidditch field. Draco still felt confused but he knew that he was ready for whatever was going to come. Sky smiled at him and walked over.
"Hi! We haven't really met yet," she started, "But anyway I guess you know my name."
"Yes of course," Draco replied sarcastically, "It's not like your grandfather told the whole school." Sky wasn't shocked or even angry about his behavior.
"Ah yes," she said smiling, "Harry warned me about your mouth. Well I don't care." "I hope you are ready for what's going to happen." Sky walked to the door of the library, turned and suddenly said, "Oh yes Draco, you really should tell Ginny. You never know what might happen." She then exited the library leaving a very shocked and surprised Draco behind. He then blushed a deep scarlet color as he realized Dumbledore was looking at him, eyes twinkling.
"You must excuse her, Draco." He spoke, "She can be very observant about other people."
"Uh… yes headmaster" Draco replied, still very embarrassed. Dumbledore gave him one final wink before walking out of the room, leaving Draco to his thoughts. Later Draco stood watching the Gryffindor Quidditch tryouts, well more like watching Ginny fly around testing the new chasers. He sighed, how could he tell her? Even though he had run from his father and the death eaters, refusing to join the ranks, her brother Ron still hated his guts. Ron would most likely rip him apart if he tried anything. Sudden resolve made him steel himself. He would tell her! As soon as he could get her alone, but first he had to practice what he was going to say… so, he thought, I will tell her in one week! I've made this promise to myself and I never break my promises.
I'm sure you'll do fine I voice suddenly said in his mind. Draco whirled around and came face to face with a Crup!
"What… how…" Draco sputtered, then suddenly realization came to him. He had bonded with an animal! But…
Yes that's right Draco; you have bonded with me. I searched long and far for you. I will guide you when your powers are finally released.
"Oh wow," breathed Draco, feeling the strange impact of the bond. "I should bring you to Madam Pomfrey and to Dumbledore. You look tired and sore." Feeling sorry for the cute little dog-like creature.
I am sore and tired. I feel to tired to walk could you please-
"Carry you?" finished Draco, "Sure no problem." He picked up the little Crup and headed to the headmaster's office. "What is your name?" he asked, looking down at the Crup in his arms.
My name is Millennium, Draco and I am so glad to have finally found you. I hope we will become friends for the closer you become in a bond the more you can do. Like reading each other's minds. I'm not sure of all you could do that is the mystery of the bond.
"Well then," said Draco, already feeling closer to Millennium, "I would like to find out if that's ok with you!" Draco could feel Millennium grin in his head. Draco turned down the last corridor and yelled a whole bunch of strange passwords to the gargoyle until Dumbledore came out of his office, took one look at Millennium, and ushered Draco in.
"Well young sir, it seems you have bonded, have you not?" Dumbledore questioned, once again amazing Draco. He always seemed to know what was happening before it even occurred.
"Uh yes sir," Draco replied, "His name is Millennium." Dumbledore peered down at the little Crup for a minute before asking a question.
"Does he have any special abilities that other Crups do not have? Trinity, Sky's bonded animal, has powers that other phoenix's don't have." Draco listened for Millennium's answer.
Yes I do have other abilities. I have strong Physic powers, but I believe they still need to be developed. Dumbledore waited while Draco repeated what Millennium had told him and nodded.
"Yes I believe your powers will develop more as Draco becomes stronger." Dumbledore told them, "Now, its late Draco, you should head to your common room. Millennium will be fine he just needs some rest." Draco thanked Dumbledore and headed down to the Slytherin common room. He brought Millennium up to his room and they were both asleep in the bed in seconds.
The next day classes begun, and Draco's first class was Defense Against the Dark Arts (DADA) with the Gryffindor's and everyone was wondering who their new professor would be. She or he hadn't been introduced at the sorting, as they should have been. Draco walked into class with Millennium walking beside him (Dumbledore had given permission for Draco and Sky to bring their bonded animals into all the classes.) and started looking for the new professor, but they didn't seem to be in class yet. So Draco sat on the Slytherin side of the room and waited for class to begin. A few minutes later, just before class was to start, the new Professor walked in to the room. Everyone gasped it was Holleay Rohm! The famous Animagi,
"Hello children," She begun, "I think most of you may know who I am but for those who don't, my name is Professor Rohm."
Suddenly Millennium mind spoke you should ask her if she will show you her Animagi form! I would love to see it myself if it is how you describe it. So Draco slowly raised his hand, feeling a little nervous.
"Yes?" Professor Rohm called, "What is your name?"
"Draco Malfoy"
"Ah yes, well then what would you like?" Draco figited for a second before saying
"Well… You are the same Rohm who is the famous Animagi, right?" Draco began, seeing her nod he continued, "Well… I'm very curious about your animal form, and I know your probably get asked this a lot but… Could you please show us your Animagi form?" Professor Rohm smiled warmly and answered,
"Yes of course I can," She replied, "Would you all like to see?" there was a chorus of YES! So Professor Rohm took a deep breathe, the was a sudden flash and in Professor Rohm's place was the brillant winged tiger the class had only seen in newspapers. Everyone stared at the creature in the middle of the room. There was another flash, and Professor Rohm was back in place.
Wow that was amazing! Draco could only nod in agreement.
"Well now class settle down! Lets get started!" Professor Rohm began. So class started and Professor Rohm did a great job in teaching it. She had all the students leaning forward in their seats, eager to learn more. Well, Draco thought, this class should be very interesting!
A/N: well here is another chapter out! Hope you enjoy the new teacher. Next chapter should be interesting, trust me! Anyway thanks so much to all that reviewed! I hope you like this new chapter. Thanks to my beta reader Elizabeth L. Digby! Please r&r!