Dreams of Something Different
By jezebel
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Chapter Five: Anyanka Slytherin vs. Mr. I-Have-Issues
The walk up to Dumbledore's office was interesting to say the least. Tara kept asking questions about everything, like the moving pictures and staircases. Wesley tried his best to explain everything. Anya kept up a running commentary on how Hogwarts had changed from when it was first built and Spike kept talking about his days as a student there.
Finally they reached the gargoyle that guarded the Headmaster's office and Wesley gave the password, 'tootsie roll'. Tara gave a gasp when the gargoyle started to move and once again attached herself to Spike's arm. He of course started to grin.
"You know, luv, last time I saw you, you were into girls. Shouldn't you be hanging on demon girl's arm, or am I just special?"
Tara looked up at the vampire's grinning face, and then she gave a smirk worthy of Spike himself. "What, are you getting another cramp Spike? Or do you reserve those for Buffy only?" She then let go and started up the revolving staircase after the others.
Spike stood there in shock for a moment then followed everyone else. He shook his head. "Bloody Hell, who woulda' thought the chit had a sharp tongue." He reached the office went and through the open door. Wesley stood off to the side with Anya. Tara was staring, wide eyed, at the décor of the office. Various adults, his guess would be the professors, were standing around. Albus Dumbledore stood smiling behind his desk.
"Welcome William, now that everyone is here, I'm guessing that introductions would be in order. Everyone this is Miss Tara Maclay, William Malfoy-"
"Actually Albus, I go by Spike now."
"My apologies Spike, and they will be our new defense against the dark arts teachers."
Tara went into shock. She'd be teaching a class about defense, with Spike. But, she wasn't good with defense, all she did was research and help Willow cast spells. Spike, as if sensing her worries, came to stand beside her. She didn't know why, but for some reason his presence comforted her.
Meanwhile, Dumbledore continued. "And this is our special guest for this year. She'll be in and out of classes, helping if she would like, but mainly just relaxing. I also think she might be up to helping us work against Voldemort."
"But Albus, surely a young girl wouldn't stand a chance against You-Know-Who. And what gives her the right to just lounge about the castle interrupting our classes? Some people here do have jobs."
Anya instantly reverted back to her old self. She walked over to the greasy man that had dared question her rights at Hogwarts. She then started her rant, accenting her points with a poke to his chest. "Listen here buddy, I have the same, if not more rights to be here then you do. What right do you have to be a greasy old bat that questions you're elders. You should bowing at my very presence and kissing the ground I walk on that you have a job here at all. Now tell me Mr. I-Have-Issues, who are you and what authority do you have in this school?"
All the other teachers were staring at Anya in shock, Dumbledore was just smiling, and Wesley, Tara, and Spike just looked amused. The greasy man however, wasn't thrilled. He grabbed Anya's hand. "Desist that poking at once little girl. My name is Severus Snape and I'm the potions master here at Hogwarts. I'm also the Head of Slytherin house. Now I ask again, why are you here?" He gave her his best scowl that would make even the seventh years cower in fear. Anya however yanked her hand back and started to laugh.
"Head of Slytherin huh, well, isn't that ironic. For your information, Snape, you won't hold that title any longer. As long as I'm here, you're just an everyday potions master. I am the new head of Slytherin and I'll poke you as much as I want to." She then poked Snape hard in the stomach. Anya then turned to Dumbledore. "Continue Albus, oh, and I was serious just now. I'm claiming my right as Head of Slytherin. If he's nice I'll allow him to assist me."
Snape looked ready to protest again, so Dumbledore held up his hand. "All right, I'll make the changes. If anyone has any concerns, please speak to me. Severus, this doesn't include you. I know you don't approve of our guest, or our other teachers, but I assure you they are all qualified. Now, everyone, I'd like to introduce Miss Anyanka Slytherin." All the other teachers went into shock and any protests that Snape had flew out the window.
Anya smiled victoriously. "Oh, I go by Anya now. Yes, Salazar Slytherin was my older brother. I grew up here at Hogwarts and was also a student here."
"But, you, how can you be alive?"
"Oh, what's your name and authority here at Hogwarts? I don't plan on taking any of your positions, I'm just curious." She added that after seeing the elder witch's look.
"Minverva McGonagall. I teach transfigurations, am the Gryffindor Head of House, and I'm also the deputy Headmistress."
Anya smiled. "Oh, good for you. Well, I was kind of a vengeance demon for over a thousand years. I'd curse unfaithful men, like boils on the penis, things like that. Then a couple of years ago my powers were taken away from me and I became human again. I fell in love and," At this point Anya was ready to burst into tears again. Wesley patted her back awkwardly and handed her a hanky. She gave him a small smile then turned back to McGonagall. "Sorry, the relationship just ended, very badly. He left me at the alter, dumbass. Well, so yeah, I decided to come back to my roots. Possibly heal my broken heart."
After this story all the women in the room instantly became sympathetic. Most of the men were too, but they were also a little bit afraid. Sensing this, Dumbledore took over and finished the introductions. They met Professors Sinistra, Hooch, Sprout, Vector, Nelson, and Trelawny, though they weren't sure why the last one was qualified. They also were introduced to the new Care of Magical Creatures professor, Charlie Weasley and Filch. Then they were told about the teaching procedures, the houses, the points, their pay, all the little details they needed to know. An hour later the meeting was finished and it was time to be taken to their rooms.
"Alright, Wesley, since you seem to know them and have been such a good guide, I ask you to take them to their rooms. You will be living in the staff wing. Miss Anya, you too will have a room there since they are undoubtedly the nicest ones we have."
"Um, Albus, I have a question."
"Of course dearie."
"Well, can I have my old room? You probably haven't even discovered it yet, but it's near the Slytherin rooms and with my new position as Head of Slytherin, it might be better for me to be close to the students. Also, I want to be comfortable and as the room was built especially for me, I want it."
"Of course. If you can find it you're welcome to it. Just call the house elves if you need anything." Anya threw a 'ha ha I have more power then you' look at Snape, and then proceeded to follow Wesley, Tara, and Spike out of the office. Yup, it was good to be home.
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A/N: Hee ,hee ,hee. I think that this is my favorite chapter so far. I absolutely love Anya when she gets like that. Okay, I have a question. Who do you want to see Anya paired up with? Tell me in your reviews. I'm not sure who I'd like, but I have a vague idea. Sorry about all/if any errors. If the spell check didn't pick it up, then I probably missed it. Okay, I'm gonna go to bed. It's five in the morning and I've been on all night. Now you might have to wait a bit until I start typing the next chapters. I have no idea when it will be done and I have quite a few other stories, but this one is one of my favorites. Nighty, Night! jezebel
