Disclaimer: It is with sorrow that I admit that I own none of the Harry Potter characters.

Two strong hands grabbed me and pushed me against the wall. "Going somewhere my little mouse?"

"Draco? What are you doing?" I asked, still against the wall.

"I was looking for you. I think we need to talk." He loosened his grip in my arms.

"What's going on Draco? Why did you kiss me? Why are you doing this? Why are you acting this way?" I questioned.

"I kissed you because I think you are incredibly beautiful. I've always thought that. I thought you would know that. I'm only nice to those I like. I couldn't control myself the other night. As a matter of fact, I would have done it anyway." He smirked.

"Why didn't you tell me you liked me?" I asked.

"I couldn't. I don't know how. We Malfoys believe actions speak louder then words. I think you got the message pretty clearly." He smiled.

"What do you want from me?" I asked.

"I want you." He stated.

"I don't think that is a good idea right now. I want to, but I can't" I stuttered.

"And why the hell not?" He shouted.

"Please don't speak Draco. Please don't do this to me." I pleaded.

"I will have you yet." He learned forward and slid his tongue into my mouth. When I tried to break away, he only applied more pressure.

"Damn you Draco!" I yelled as he stalked off coolly.

"You already have babe." He smiled over his shoulder.

As soon as he was gone I kicked the wall in frustration. I did want him. I wanted him terribly. Yet I wasn't ready for a guy, let alone one who was more like a man.

"Stupid boy! Why does he do this to me?" I yelled at the wall.

"Who are you talking to?" Misti laughed.

"No one. I'm just stressed." I sighed.

"What's wrong?" She asked.

"A guy. That's what's wrong. I want him, and he wants me, but I'm not ready for him." I explained.

"Oh. I get it. Who is he?" She asked.

"You promise, not to tell, get mad, or laugh?" I questioned.

"I promise. Besides, it's not like its Draco." She laughed.

My face turned red and I went silent.

"It is! How did this happen?" She grinned.

I explained to her our first kiss that night, then our little talk, then what had just happened. That is, without the small details of Nicholas somewhere in there.

"Finally, some drama. It's like living in a soap opera." She giggled.

"That's not funny." I glared at my sister.

"Fine. Sorry Gwen. I couldn't help it. So what are you going to do?" She became serious again.

"I don't know." I shook my head.

* * * * * * * * * * * *

The next few weeks I stayed as far away form Draco as possible. It was a little difficult, considering I had several classes with him. I hadn't said a word to him, and he barely seemed to notice me.

I was all alone as I skipped down the hallways to go meet Nick for the third time. He and I had become very close friends over the past weeks. However we kept our friendship a secret.

"Hey! I was wondering when you would show up." He greeted me.

"Sorry, I almost forget it was Tuesday." I smiled at him.

"So, how has your week been?" He asked.

"Fine. I have a small problem, but it will go away soon enough. How's your week been?" I questioned.

"Great. Now, I've taken your advice, and I'm going to talk to them. Just stay calm, relaxed, and comfortable. I just need to get to know them." He sighed.

"Relax Nick. You'll do fine. Talk about school stuff, or music, or anything that comes to mind. I was talking to Professor Sprout the other day and she is moving a few people's seats. You'll be sitting next to Amanda and Misti at our table. Just be friendly. Remember, that's the first step." I reminded him.

"And what if I stutter or choke? What then?" He asked.

"I sit at that table too. I'll back you up. Unless you want our friendship hidden still?" I stared at him.

"No. I don't care if anyone knows. As a matter of fact, it might be better if they knew." He smiled.

"Good idea Nick. Now you're starting to get it." I walked down the field with him.

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In herbology we had just been moved .It was all four of us at a table, as I had said. Misti and Amanda were just starting to get to know each other. So far Nick had been silent the whole time.

"Aren't you glad you got moved here Nick? Now I can finally introduce you to my best friend and my sister at once." I smiled cheerfully.

"Cool." He nodded.

"Nick, this is my sister Misti, and my best friend Amanda." I introduced them.

"Nice to meet you Nick. Hey, aren't you in Slytherin with my cousin?" Amanda asked as she shook his hand.

"Draco? Yeah." He answered.

I let the three of them talk while I cleaned up our table. I went to wash out our now empty pots at the sink outside.

"Gwen, my little mouse, how are you dear?" Draco asked as he came up behind me in line.

"Just fine. You?" I didn't turn around to see him.

"I don't know. You seem to be avoiding me. Am I right?" He asked.

"Yes. That would be correct." I answered.

"And why would that be?" He drawled.

"You know perfectly well why I'm avoiding you." I replied.

"I think we need to talk. Soon." He leaned over my shoulder and whispered in my ear.

"Fine. Tonight, in the library, at five. If you're late I'll leave." I hissed.

"See you tonight my little witch." He kissed my cheek.

I watched as he dawdled back to his seat. I sighed and glumly awaited the end of this day.