Revenge of the Hufflepuffs
By: funkybuddah
Disclaimer: JKR owns anyone you recognize. Marty, the students in that I create for the Sorting, and ::: angelic voices from above::: Leonardo DeLacy
September 1, 1995 (Harry's 5th year)
The Great Hall erupted with applause as the Sorting Hat finished its song. The first-years clapped nervously, unsure of what to make of the patched and frayed hat before them. Professor McGonagall unrolled her scroll of parchment.
"When I call your name you will put on the Sorting Hat and be seated on the stool." she said. "Barson, Elsie"
"SLYTHERIN"
"Bates, Abigail"
"RAVENCLAW"
"Cetrun, Thomas"
"GRYFFINDOR"
"Carton, Sydney"
"SLYTHERIN"
"DeLacy, Leonardo"
All eyes fell upon Leonardo DeLacy as he walked up to the Hat. He…well…stood out from the rest of the other first-years. Leo was taller than a normal eleven year old. His raven-hued hair hung to his shoulders. He seemed to radiate confidence.
Harry and his fellow Gryffindor fifth-years had been betting Bertie Botts Every Flavor Beans on which House each student would be sorted into. Ron was currently winning, having correctly guessed each student's House. He looked at Leo for a moment, sizing him up.
"I say he's in Gryffindor," said Ron. "Wadda 'ya think Harry?"
"I agree. Hermione?"
"Oh, I want to say Gryffindor, but I'll go with the long shot. Five beans say he's in Hufflepuff."
Harry and Ron had to jam their fists in their mouths to stifle their laughter. There was no way Leo DeLacy could be a Hufflepuff. He was too…well…too cool looking to be a Hufflepuff. A few seconds later their smiles were wiped away and spirits fell.
"HUFFLEPUFF"
Leo took off the hat and proceeded to his House table. Everyone was silent .The sound of crickets filled the room. Dumbledore's clapping broke the eerie silence, bringing the students back to reality. The students began to clap, still staring wide-eyed at Leo.
Hermione grinned triumphantly. "Yes! Pay up guys."