Title: bright lights and weird thoughts
Rating: PG 13 but may go up
Warning: this fic contains Slash, that's a romantic relationship between two boys, in this case Draco/Harry.
A/N: I'll warn you I have a habbit of not finishing stories but I already have 4 more chapters for this story so you should be okay for a while. I'll probably put one out every week or so.
~*~*~The start to a very strange day~*~*~
"Go to the hospital wing Harry." Professor Mcgonogal said firmly
"But I'm fine…" Harry began but was cut off by his teacher again.
"I know you feel fine but it's important that you go anyway."
"But.."
"No buts Harry." She said firmly with a look of astonishment on her face.
"He's so young, too young." She muttered to herself as he turned and left the class.
She turned back to the class, most of which were talking loudly about what had just happened, after all it wasn't everyday that a bright light suddenly surrounded one of your classmates. The only person not talking was Hermione who was busily looking through her copy of "Hogwarts a history" to find something which might explain what had just happened.
Harry turned into the hospital wing and was surprised to see Draco Malfoy sitting on the bed looking quite annoyed.
Madame Pomfery hurried over to Harry's side "What's wrong with you today then dear?"
"Nothing, I'm fine."
"If you're fine then why are you here?" she asked curiously
"Professor Mcgonogal said I had to come." He answered rather annoyed
"Well sit down then." She said motioning to the bed Draco was already sitting on, Harry sat down and she began muttering to herself "What is it with the teachers today, they keep sending me pupils who don't feel ill."
Harry sat confused on the bed I wish I knew what was going on
1 So do I Potter but whining about it isn't going to help
I wasn't whining, I was just…
Just what?
Oh shut up
I never said a word
Suddenly they both turned and looked at each other in shock, confusion apparent on their faces.
Oh great now I've gone insane. I'm hearing Malfoy in my head.
You're not insane but I swear if you don't shut up I'll make sure you go insane
You don't have to listen to me
I don't have much choice, I'm just sitting here minding my own business and suddenly you're in my head.
They were both silent for a short while.
Isn't this freaking you out?
Yeah I guess it is a little……I mean I'm not scared or anything….Malfoy's are never scared….I'm just a little confused
He's worried, and now he's trying to tell me he's not scared but I can feel it and Oh God I can feel it!!
I am NOT scared
Whatever
I am… his train of thought was cut of as Dumbledore walked through the door.
"Hello boys, I'm sure you're wondering what's going on and why you're here in the hospital wing when nothing is wrong with you."
Both boys nodded so he continued "Well you both went through something called Wizarding Puberty, I'm sure you'll have heard of it" He said looking at Draco.
"I have but…. You're not meant to go through it until you are about 21."
"Ahhhh. Yes that is true but in very powerful wizards it often occurs earlier. Not usually this early but still."
Powerful wizards. Well that explains Harry but why me?
You are powerful too. Probably more powerful then me, the only thing I've ever done is not get killed when I was a baby and that was just fluke, no skill involved.
Are you insane? Don't you realise how powerful you are? You have done so many brilliant things in your life. I've done nothing but be cruel and hurt people. The only reason anyone thinks I'm powerful is because of who my father is.
You are powerful. I've seen you do amazing things in potions, it's as though you could do it without the book, without the teacher even. The only reason people don't think you're as powerful as me is because you're never given the chance to be in the spotlight.
"BOYS!!" Dumbledore shouted and they both jumped.
"No need to shout!" Draco replied a little loudly
"I've been trying to get your attention for the last ten minutes, if I didn't know better I'd think you were speaking to each other telepathically…." Dumbledore trailed off when he saw the look the two young men in front of him exchanged "You WERE speaking telepathically weren't you?"
"Ummm… Yeah" Harry answered hesitantly
"Well I guess it is to be expected. I mean I just didn't think it would happen so quickly. I knew you were powerful and soul mates but…."
"WHAT?!" Draco butted in "Soul mates? Are you trying to say that me and Potter are soul mates?"
"Ahhh… I didn't know how to tell you that but yes it appears that you are."
"No… no way… you can't be serious… can you?"
"What is going on?" Harry asked confused
"I forgot you come from a muggle family. Well every person is born with, well, many people describe it as having half a soul and somewhere in the world someone else will have the other half. When two muggle soul mates meet they will have an immensely strong love and unbreakable relationship. It is the same for wizards but their innate magic will also bond meaning they will be immensely strong when together and they often get special abilities, like being able to talk telepathically to each other and eventually being able to share memories and feelings."
"So you mean Draco and I are soul mates, we're meant to be together. To be in love?" Harry asked uncertainly
"Well yes."
This cannot be happening. I mean Harry's cute and all but Love?
Harry laughed lightly and replied you think I'm cute do you?
Oh shit I didn't realise you were listening
Don't worry. You're not so bad yourself.
"Are you basing all this on the fact that we can speak telepathically?" Draco asked
"No. You both went through wizard puberty at exactly the same second and ONLY two soul mates will go through it at the same time. And when I say same time I mean exactly, not a nanosecond apart"
"Oh god." Draco whispered
"You can say that again." Harry replied
"I will leave you two here for the next two days. You will have no visitors and PLEASE use the time to get to know each other better."
Harry and Draco were shown into a side room, which had two single beds, and it's own bathroom. Madame Pomferry made sure they had all they needed then left them alone.
Maybe if we… No… but then at least I'd know…. No I can't do that…..but maybe it would be better if I just did…
Oh for god sake will you stop arguing with yourself. If you need someone to argue with I'm right here in your head.
Oops, didn't realise you could hear me
Well I can. Is there anything I can help you with?
Well yes… um… actually no
Come on Harry just tell me
You…you called me Harry? He asked with wonder
So I did. Draco replied slightly shocked
Okay I figured that maybe if we kissed then I'd know if I felt anything for you or not.
You know if you want to kiss me you don't have to make up a lame excuse you can just ask
Oh fine forget it!
No
Draco got up and walked across the room to where Harry was sitting on his bed. He very slowly leant down, his heart beating faster then he thought possible and lightly touched his lips to Harry's. The second they touched a bright light surrounded them and in that second they both knew for sure they were soul mates.
"Wow" Harry whispered when they parted his eyes still closed
"I second that." Draco replied
I wonder if he felt it too. Oh God I hope he felt it too.
Of course I felt it Harry
Harry opened his eyes and looked up at Draco and he gasped slightly in surprise and wonder when he saw he was smiling. Not his trademark smirk but a real smile. God he's gorgeous when he smiles. This made Draco's smile widen and he felt a slight blush creep onto his cheeks.
Thank you
It was Harry's turn to blush now Damn! I keep forgetting you're in my head
You can't imagine how cute you look when you blush Draco mused
"Mind if I sit down?" Draco asked pointing at the space on the bed beside Harry
"Now let me see, a gorgeous guy who I just found out is my soul mate is asking if he can sit beside me. That's a tough decision but I think I'll go for……… YES"
Draco rolled his eyes and sat down "You're weird. Anyway that sort of thing doesn't work on me I knew you were going to say yes before you did."
"Did you seriously think I might say no?" Harry asked softly
Draco didn't reply, well at least not out loud, Yes
Why?
I'm not as sure of myself as I pretend to be. It hurts when people hate me, but I can deal with it because I hate myself more than they ever could. I'm not good enough for you.
Don't speak like that. Harry said gently pulling Draco into his arms Of course you are good enough for me. I'm nothing special. You are amazing, you're incredibly talented, you're strong and brave, yes you've hurt people in you're past but I trust you and I know you've got a good reason for it. I also realise it's probably not something you're ready to tell me but….
Draco cut him off Thank you for saying that, it meant a lot. I still don't think I'm good enough for you though. I mean you're brilliant, you've faced the darkest man alive every year since you were 11 and he's never beaten you, you're loyal and trustworthy, you always try you're best to help someone no matter what they've done to you and most of all you trust me even though I have never done anything to deserve it. How can you do that?
Maybe you've never done anything to make me trust you but I just know that I can trust you, I can tell when you are lying and not one word you've said today has been a lie, I can feel that you are scared and need someone to be there for you and I want to be that someone.
Draco lifted his head from Harry's chest and gently pressed his lips against his neck I want you to be that someone too. I'll tell you everything soon, but now I just want to be with you.
There's nothing I'd rather do Harry replied lifting Draco's chin up and gently kissed him on the forehead then placed feather light kisses down his nose until he reached his mouth where he stopped. Draco was the first to move, he leant forward and pressed his lips against Harry's moving his hands to tangle in his raven black hair. Harry's hands ran over his back as they began to deepen the kiss, Draco's tongue grazed against Harry's lips begging for entry and was granted it seconds later. Harry groaned slightly when he felt Draco's tongue gently touch his and he moved his tongue in response causing a quiet moan from Draco.
Eventually they pulled apart, needing more air. Harry leant his head down and placed it on Draco's shoulder, feeling safer in Draco's embrace than he ever had before.
I love you Draco thought as he pulled Harry closer to him. Harry's eye's fluttered open in surprise and he pulled away slightly so he could look in Draco's silver eyes.
"Did you mean it?" Harry asked.
Draco had to stop for a second then he realised he must have heard what he was thinking. "I didn't mean you to hear it but yes I did mean it. I know it seems too soon to know but I just do, I think I always have I've just been to busy pushing everyone away from me and pretending to hate you that I didn't notice."
Harry smiled and his lips crashed down against Draco's, the kiss was full of love and passion and Draco groaned with loss when Harry pulled away.
Harry grinned at Draco "I love you too." He was rewarded with a smile from Draco, and Harry was stunned to see the love and trust in Draco's usually cold eyes that were now dancing with happiness.
They were still in each other's arms when Madame Pomferry walked in. She had to clear her throat to get their attention.
"I brought you some food," She said placing the tray down on the small table in the corner of the room.
"Professor Dumbledore will be up to see you sometime this evening or early tomorrow morning."
She turned to leave then stopped for a second "There are two beds in here for a reason."
"We were only trying to be helpful. I mean it'll be a lot less work for you if you only have to make one bed in the morning." Draco replied innocently
Madame Pomferry looked at him, surprise in her eyes. She wasn't surprised he had made a comment, no that was expected, but she certainly hadn't expect to see the usually sullen boy smile at her and there was no malice in his voice.
What's she staring at?
You
I know that! I wanted to know why?
Several things. You are smiling, you didn't sneer at her and when you spoke to her it was in a nice way. Harry replied gently trying to be honest but not hurt Draco's feelings.
I guess that would be pretty shocking for her. Oh and you didn't hurt my feelings.
How did you know I…
Easy. You said earlier you can feel when I'm scared or lying or whatever and I can feel that you were worried about saying that.
They looked up at the sound of the door closing loudly.
"Oops, I guess we got so distracted by our own conversation that we forgot she was even in the room." Harry said laughing.
"I never really liked her anyway. There is nothing worse than being in here getting your bones regrown, which, may I add is very painful, and having that stupid, smiley woman chattering away to you when you just want to be left in peace."
"She's only trying to be kind and helpful."
"I hear you're thoughts remember, she bugs you too." Draco replied
"Does not."
"Does"
"Does not"
"Does"
"Does not"
"Does"
"Does not"
"Right that's it. You've asked for it now." Draco said as he began to tickle Harry.
"Ahhh…..no……Draco……stop….." Harry struggled out between laughs.
Draco stopped for a second "Not until you admit I'm right."
"Never" Harry replied a smile on his face
Draco started tickling him again, smiling to himself as he watched Harry squirm beneath him.
"Okay……okay…..I give up…….Ahhhhh…..stop……You're right."
Draco said a triumphant "Ha" and stopped tickling Harry but still kept his hands resting lightly on his sides. "I told you I was right. I'm never wrong."
"I'd kill you for that but I'm way too tired right now." Harry said as he tried to catch his breath. Draco smiled down on the boy-who-lived and flopped down on the bed beside him. Rolling onto his side so he could watch him.
Draco gently slid an arm over Harry and kissed him on the temple. Harry was about to lean over and kiss Draco when his stomach rumbled. "Damn. I guess we'd better eat some of the food she brought."
"Bleuch! I hate hospital food." Draco said pulling a face and looking warily at the food across the room.
Harry stood up then reached down to pull Draco up too. "Come on. It's not all bad."
"Oh really? Pray tell when is it good?" Draco said but got up anyway
"Ummmm….."
"See, you can't even remember a time when it tasted good."
Harry gently pulled Draco across the room to the table and dropped down into one of the chairs, never letting go of Draco's hand.
Harry stuck a finger in the food before him then lifted it to his lips where he licked it off. "mmm… Not bad!"
"Let me try some" Draco asked
"You've got your own."
"It looks much nicer off you're finger though." Draco said pouting
Harry laughed "You're pathetic you know." He stuck his finger back in the food and lifted it towards Draco's mouth. Draco closed his mouth around his finger and gently sucked, swirling his tongue around it causing Harry to moan slightly.
"You were right it's not bad. I guess I'll have to try all horrible food off of you and see if it all tastes better." Draco said suggestively
Harry rolled his eyes and began to eat his food. Unfortunately the rest of was pretty much like normal Hospital food.
"Yuck. You we're right it does taste horrible." Harry said grimacing
"I'm always right" Draco drawled
"Oh yeah?"
"Yes"
"No"
"Yes"
"No" Harry replied and just before Draco could say anything he captured his mouth in a kiss.
Pulling away he smiled "We are NOT starting that again."
"You can win all the time if that's what I get in return." Draco said running his hand over Harry's arm.
The Slytherin got up and moved across the room to the bed where he sat with his back resting against the backboard and beckoned for Harry to come over. Harry smiled and sat between Draco's legs leaning back against his chest. Draco's arms snaked around his chest and he kissed him on the back of the neck. "I love you," He whispered into his ear.
Harry sighed contently and snuggled into Draco's loving embrace "I love you too. Even when you are being incredibly annoying."
"I want to tell you why I'm always so cruel to everyone but once I've started I don't think I'll be able to stop so I'm going to wait until Dumbledore has been."
"You don't have to tell me yet." Harry said reassuringly
"I know, but I want to. I don't want there to be any secrets between us."
"Well in that case I guess I've got a lot to tell you about my past too." Harry said, a hint of sadness in his voice and Draco tightened his arms around his waist reassuringly.
Rating: PG 13 but may go up
Warning: this fic contains Slash, that's a romantic relationship between two boys, in this case Draco/Harry.
A/N: I'll warn you I have a habbit of not finishing stories but I already have 4 more chapters for this story so you should be okay for a while. I'll probably put one out every week or so.
~*~*~The start to a very strange day~*~*~
"Go to the hospital wing Harry." Professor Mcgonogal said firmly
"But I'm fine…" Harry began but was cut off by his teacher again.
"I know you feel fine but it's important that you go anyway."
"But.."
"No buts Harry." She said firmly with a look of astonishment on her face.
"He's so young, too young." She muttered to herself as he turned and left the class.
She turned back to the class, most of which were talking loudly about what had just happened, after all it wasn't everyday that a bright light suddenly surrounded one of your classmates. The only person not talking was Hermione who was busily looking through her copy of "Hogwarts a history" to find something which might explain what had just happened.
Harry turned into the hospital wing and was surprised to see Draco Malfoy sitting on the bed looking quite annoyed.
Madame Pomfery hurried over to Harry's side "What's wrong with you today then dear?"
"Nothing, I'm fine."
"If you're fine then why are you here?" she asked curiously
"Professor Mcgonogal said I had to come." He answered rather annoyed
"Well sit down then." She said motioning to the bed Draco was already sitting on, Harry sat down and she began muttering to herself "What is it with the teachers today, they keep sending me pupils who don't feel ill."
Harry sat confused on the bed I wish I knew what was going on
1 So do I Potter but whining about it isn't going to help
I wasn't whining, I was just…
Just what?
Oh shut up
I never said a word
Suddenly they both turned and looked at each other in shock, confusion apparent on their faces.
Oh great now I've gone insane. I'm hearing Malfoy in my head.
You're not insane but I swear if you don't shut up I'll make sure you go insane
You don't have to listen to me
I don't have much choice, I'm just sitting here minding my own business and suddenly you're in my head.
They were both silent for a short while.
Isn't this freaking you out?
Yeah I guess it is a little……I mean I'm not scared or anything….Malfoy's are never scared….I'm just a little confused
He's worried, and now he's trying to tell me he's not scared but I can feel it and Oh God I can feel it!!
I am NOT scared
Whatever
I am… his train of thought was cut of as Dumbledore walked through the door.
"Hello boys, I'm sure you're wondering what's going on and why you're here in the hospital wing when nothing is wrong with you."
Both boys nodded so he continued "Well you both went through something called Wizarding Puberty, I'm sure you'll have heard of it" He said looking at Draco.
"I have but…. You're not meant to go through it until you are about 21."
"Ahhhh. Yes that is true but in very powerful wizards it often occurs earlier. Not usually this early but still."
Powerful wizards. Well that explains Harry but why me?
You are powerful too. Probably more powerful then me, the only thing I've ever done is not get killed when I was a baby and that was just fluke, no skill involved.
Are you insane? Don't you realise how powerful you are? You have done so many brilliant things in your life. I've done nothing but be cruel and hurt people. The only reason anyone thinks I'm powerful is because of who my father is.
You are powerful. I've seen you do amazing things in potions, it's as though you could do it without the book, without the teacher even. The only reason people don't think you're as powerful as me is because you're never given the chance to be in the spotlight.
"BOYS!!" Dumbledore shouted and they both jumped.
"No need to shout!" Draco replied a little loudly
"I've been trying to get your attention for the last ten minutes, if I didn't know better I'd think you were speaking to each other telepathically…." Dumbledore trailed off when he saw the look the two young men in front of him exchanged "You WERE speaking telepathically weren't you?"
"Ummm… Yeah" Harry answered hesitantly
"Well I guess it is to be expected. I mean I just didn't think it would happen so quickly. I knew you were powerful and soul mates but…."
"WHAT?!" Draco butted in "Soul mates? Are you trying to say that me and Potter are soul mates?"
"Ahhh… I didn't know how to tell you that but yes it appears that you are."
"No… no way… you can't be serious… can you?"
"What is going on?" Harry asked confused
"I forgot you come from a muggle family. Well every person is born with, well, many people describe it as having half a soul and somewhere in the world someone else will have the other half. When two muggle soul mates meet they will have an immensely strong love and unbreakable relationship. It is the same for wizards but their innate magic will also bond meaning they will be immensely strong when together and they often get special abilities, like being able to talk telepathically to each other and eventually being able to share memories and feelings."
"So you mean Draco and I are soul mates, we're meant to be together. To be in love?" Harry asked uncertainly
"Well yes."
This cannot be happening. I mean Harry's cute and all but Love?
Harry laughed lightly and replied you think I'm cute do you?
Oh shit I didn't realise you were listening
Don't worry. You're not so bad yourself.
"Are you basing all this on the fact that we can speak telepathically?" Draco asked
"No. You both went through wizard puberty at exactly the same second and ONLY two soul mates will go through it at the same time. And when I say same time I mean exactly, not a nanosecond apart"
"Oh god." Draco whispered
"You can say that again." Harry replied
"I will leave you two here for the next two days. You will have no visitors and PLEASE use the time to get to know each other better."
Harry and Draco were shown into a side room, which had two single beds, and it's own bathroom. Madame Pomferry made sure they had all they needed then left them alone.
Maybe if we… No… but then at least I'd know…. No I can't do that…..but maybe it would be better if I just did…
Oh for god sake will you stop arguing with yourself. If you need someone to argue with I'm right here in your head.
Oops, didn't realise you could hear me
Well I can. Is there anything I can help you with?
Well yes… um… actually no
Come on Harry just tell me
You…you called me Harry? He asked with wonder
So I did. Draco replied slightly shocked
Okay I figured that maybe if we kissed then I'd know if I felt anything for you or not.
You know if you want to kiss me you don't have to make up a lame excuse you can just ask
Oh fine forget it!
No
Draco got up and walked across the room to where Harry was sitting on his bed. He very slowly leant down, his heart beating faster then he thought possible and lightly touched his lips to Harry's. The second they touched a bright light surrounded them and in that second they both knew for sure they were soul mates.
"Wow" Harry whispered when they parted his eyes still closed
"I second that." Draco replied
I wonder if he felt it too. Oh God I hope he felt it too.
Of course I felt it Harry
Harry opened his eyes and looked up at Draco and he gasped slightly in surprise and wonder when he saw he was smiling. Not his trademark smirk but a real smile. God he's gorgeous when he smiles. This made Draco's smile widen and he felt a slight blush creep onto his cheeks.
Thank you
It was Harry's turn to blush now Damn! I keep forgetting you're in my head
You can't imagine how cute you look when you blush Draco mused
"Mind if I sit down?" Draco asked pointing at the space on the bed beside Harry
"Now let me see, a gorgeous guy who I just found out is my soul mate is asking if he can sit beside me. That's a tough decision but I think I'll go for……… YES"
Draco rolled his eyes and sat down "You're weird. Anyway that sort of thing doesn't work on me I knew you were going to say yes before you did."
"Did you seriously think I might say no?" Harry asked softly
Draco didn't reply, well at least not out loud, Yes
Why?
I'm not as sure of myself as I pretend to be. It hurts when people hate me, but I can deal with it because I hate myself more than they ever could. I'm not good enough for you.
Don't speak like that. Harry said gently pulling Draco into his arms Of course you are good enough for me. I'm nothing special. You are amazing, you're incredibly talented, you're strong and brave, yes you've hurt people in you're past but I trust you and I know you've got a good reason for it. I also realise it's probably not something you're ready to tell me but….
Draco cut him off Thank you for saying that, it meant a lot. I still don't think I'm good enough for you though. I mean you're brilliant, you've faced the darkest man alive every year since you were 11 and he's never beaten you, you're loyal and trustworthy, you always try you're best to help someone no matter what they've done to you and most of all you trust me even though I have never done anything to deserve it. How can you do that?
Maybe you've never done anything to make me trust you but I just know that I can trust you, I can tell when you are lying and not one word you've said today has been a lie, I can feel that you are scared and need someone to be there for you and I want to be that someone.
Draco lifted his head from Harry's chest and gently pressed his lips against his neck I want you to be that someone too. I'll tell you everything soon, but now I just want to be with you.
There's nothing I'd rather do Harry replied lifting Draco's chin up and gently kissed him on the forehead then placed feather light kisses down his nose until he reached his mouth where he stopped. Draco was the first to move, he leant forward and pressed his lips against Harry's moving his hands to tangle in his raven black hair. Harry's hands ran over his back as they began to deepen the kiss, Draco's tongue grazed against Harry's lips begging for entry and was granted it seconds later. Harry groaned slightly when he felt Draco's tongue gently touch his and he moved his tongue in response causing a quiet moan from Draco.
Eventually they pulled apart, needing more air. Harry leant his head down and placed it on Draco's shoulder, feeling safer in Draco's embrace than he ever had before.
I love you Draco thought as he pulled Harry closer to him. Harry's eye's fluttered open in surprise and he pulled away slightly so he could look in Draco's silver eyes.
"Did you mean it?" Harry asked.
Draco had to stop for a second then he realised he must have heard what he was thinking. "I didn't mean you to hear it but yes I did mean it. I know it seems too soon to know but I just do, I think I always have I've just been to busy pushing everyone away from me and pretending to hate you that I didn't notice."
Harry smiled and his lips crashed down against Draco's, the kiss was full of love and passion and Draco groaned with loss when Harry pulled away.
Harry grinned at Draco "I love you too." He was rewarded with a smile from Draco, and Harry was stunned to see the love and trust in Draco's usually cold eyes that were now dancing with happiness.
They were still in each other's arms when Madame Pomferry walked in. She had to clear her throat to get their attention.
"I brought you some food," She said placing the tray down on the small table in the corner of the room.
"Professor Dumbledore will be up to see you sometime this evening or early tomorrow morning."
She turned to leave then stopped for a second "There are two beds in here for a reason."
"We were only trying to be helpful. I mean it'll be a lot less work for you if you only have to make one bed in the morning." Draco replied innocently
Madame Pomferry looked at him, surprise in her eyes. She wasn't surprised he had made a comment, no that was expected, but she certainly hadn't expect to see the usually sullen boy smile at her and there was no malice in his voice.
What's she staring at?
You
I know that! I wanted to know why?
Several things. You are smiling, you didn't sneer at her and when you spoke to her it was in a nice way. Harry replied gently trying to be honest but not hurt Draco's feelings.
I guess that would be pretty shocking for her. Oh and you didn't hurt my feelings.
How did you know I…
Easy. You said earlier you can feel when I'm scared or lying or whatever and I can feel that you were worried about saying that.
They looked up at the sound of the door closing loudly.
"Oops, I guess we got so distracted by our own conversation that we forgot she was even in the room." Harry said laughing.
"I never really liked her anyway. There is nothing worse than being in here getting your bones regrown, which, may I add is very painful, and having that stupid, smiley woman chattering away to you when you just want to be left in peace."
"She's only trying to be kind and helpful."
"I hear you're thoughts remember, she bugs you too." Draco replied
"Does not."
"Does"
"Does not"
"Does"
"Does not"
"Does"
"Does not"
"Right that's it. You've asked for it now." Draco said as he began to tickle Harry.
"Ahhh…..no……Draco……stop….." Harry struggled out between laughs.
Draco stopped for a second "Not until you admit I'm right."
"Never" Harry replied a smile on his face
Draco started tickling him again, smiling to himself as he watched Harry squirm beneath him.
"Okay……okay…..I give up…….Ahhhhh…..stop……You're right."
Draco said a triumphant "Ha" and stopped tickling Harry but still kept his hands resting lightly on his sides. "I told you I was right. I'm never wrong."
"I'd kill you for that but I'm way too tired right now." Harry said as he tried to catch his breath. Draco smiled down on the boy-who-lived and flopped down on the bed beside him. Rolling onto his side so he could watch him.
Draco gently slid an arm over Harry and kissed him on the temple. Harry was about to lean over and kiss Draco when his stomach rumbled. "Damn. I guess we'd better eat some of the food she brought."
"Bleuch! I hate hospital food." Draco said pulling a face and looking warily at the food across the room.
Harry stood up then reached down to pull Draco up too. "Come on. It's not all bad."
"Oh really? Pray tell when is it good?" Draco said but got up anyway
"Ummmm….."
"See, you can't even remember a time when it tasted good."
Harry gently pulled Draco across the room to the table and dropped down into one of the chairs, never letting go of Draco's hand.
Harry stuck a finger in the food before him then lifted it to his lips where he licked it off. "mmm… Not bad!"
"Let me try some" Draco asked
"You've got your own."
"It looks much nicer off you're finger though." Draco said pouting
Harry laughed "You're pathetic you know." He stuck his finger back in the food and lifted it towards Draco's mouth. Draco closed his mouth around his finger and gently sucked, swirling his tongue around it causing Harry to moan slightly.
"You were right it's not bad. I guess I'll have to try all horrible food off of you and see if it all tastes better." Draco said suggestively
Harry rolled his eyes and began to eat his food. Unfortunately the rest of was pretty much like normal Hospital food.
"Yuck. You we're right it does taste horrible." Harry said grimacing
"I'm always right" Draco drawled
"Oh yeah?"
"Yes"
"No"
"Yes"
"No" Harry replied and just before Draco could say anything he captured his mouth in a kiss.
Pulling away he smiled "We are NOT starting that again."
"You can win all the time if that's what I get in return." Draco said running his hand over Harry's arm.
The Slytherin got up and moved across the room to the bed where he sat with his back resting against the backboard and beckoned for Harry to come over. Harry smiled and sat between Draco's legs leaning back against his chest. Draco's arms snaked around his chest and he kissed him on the back of the neck. "I love you," He whispered into his ear.
Harry sighed contently and snuggled into Draco's loving embrace "I love you too. Even when you are being incredibly annoying."
"I want to tell you why I'm always so cruel to everyone but once I've started I don't think I'll be able to stop so I'm going to wait until Dumbledore has been."
"You don't have to tell me yet." Harry said reassuringly
"I know, but I want to. I don't want there to be any secrets between us."
"Well in that case I guess I've got a lot to tell you about my past too." Harry said, a hint of sadness in his voice and Draco tightened his arms around his waist reassuringly.