Note: Righto here's the next exciting chapter. I hope you enjoy reading it
as much as I enjoyed writing it. It was quite fun to write this one
actually. Hope it doesn't disappoint anyone, I don't think it will. I'm
glad none of you predicted what would happen. So anyways it took me ages to
write, a lot of the language that one character in particular uses is hard
to write. (You'll find out who towards the end.) Anywayz hope you like it.
Disclaimer: I don't own anything you recognize. I do own Zell however. J.K Rowling is a champ and whilst I do wish to be a writer I am not her and like I said don't own anything you recognize.
.... Okay, I hope you like it and I'm not sure when I'll update next loads of assignments, but I'll try to get typing whenever I get a free minute .. I'll be expecting lots of reviews for this one.. Please.... That's all from me... Enjoy....
The Malfoy's Big Secret!!
Chapter 9!!
As soon as Narcissa had gone and shut herself in her room Draco had taken Zell by the arm and gone straight to his room in order to pack him a bag. He had filled Zell's backpack with clothes, toiletries and a few toys that his little brother refused to part with, and he had found Zell's wand again and also placed it in the bag. Zell was silent throughout the entire process; he didn't even look up at his older brother.
Draco had then ran downstairs and followed his mother out of the Manor, Zell jogging along beside him. The guards at the gate had let them pass after Narcissa had told them that she was only going to Diagon Alley to do some shopping. From there they had to catch a train, Draco and Zell were too young to apparate with their mother.
They caught the train in silence. Draco's mother had told him before they left why they were going so there was no need to ask, and there appeared to be nothing else to talk about.
Draco watched the rain stream gently down his window as he silently reassured himself that Zell would be in good hands. Narcissa had meant to ask Severus Snape if he would take care of Zell, it would have been quite a shock for Snape to find out about the boy, but she had no one else to ask. Snape had not been at his house, Dumbledore however had been, a fact which did not please Narcissa as she had to ask Dumbledore where Snape had gone - talking to Albus Dumbledore was not on the top of Narcissa's to do list. When Dumbledore had told her that he was at Diagon Alley already, this lightened her mood slightly as that was the place she was originally going to ask him to meet her. Snape was a great wizard and even though he probably had never even seen a person as small or as young as Zell Draco knew that he would still take great care of him.
When they finally arrived they disembarked the train and walked the rest of the way to Diagon Alley, shielding themselves from the rain by walking under shop fronts. As soon as they arrived Narcissa wasted no time she began the search for Snape immediately.
'Okay Draco, be sure to keep your eye out for Sev,' his mother said firmly. Sev was the name that Narcissa liked to call Snape, as they had been friends for some time it didn't bother Draco that she seemed to have a pet name for him.
His mother walked from shop to shop, searching for any sign of Snape - Draco trudged along at her side whilst Zell walked slightly behind, backpack on back and a pre-occupied expression on his face.
They searched every shop at least three times, but there was absolutely no sign of Snape anywhere. Draco could tell his mother didn't want to give up, but things just didn't look good. After what felt like hours of searching his mother finally decided to give in.
'He must have left already,' Narcissa said, sounding defeated. She sat herself down in a chair outside Florean Fortescue's Ice-Cream Parlour, under a large umbrella. Draco made to sit down and was about to turn around and tell Zell to do the same, but Zell wasn't there. Draco rolled his eyes - he knew Zell well enough to guess that he wasn't shopping, he had probably got himself into some sort of trouble, he always did at home.
Narcissa hadn't seemed to notice Zell's disappearance; she seemed to be thinking something through. Draco knew better than to disturb her when she was thinking so he didn't even bother to excuse himself - he set off straight away in search of his brother.
Draco could barely see anything with all the rain pouring down in front of him. He still kept to the shop fronts, not wanting to get drenched. He searched again in every shop - he even checked the alleys, Zell often got distracted by something or rather and could have very well ended up in some dark corned somewhere.
Finally he spotted him. Zell was standing in the rain, completely drenched from head to foot, talking to a boy who appeared to be only slightly older. They didn't appear to be having a very pleasant conversation and this became painfully clear to Draco as the older boy suddenly dived at his younger brother, causing them both to land hard on the floor.
Draco knew that something like this would happen; his brother had been kept around Lucius and away from other people for so long that he probably didn't know how to hold a civilized conversation. Draco watched as the two boys fought each other and noticed that Zell was struggling to keep the older boy's pounding fists from reaching their target. He decided that it was time for him to step in and stop them before they killed each other.
He walked quickly through the pouring rain, making his way towards where his brother now stood, still protecting himself from the other boy's powerful blows. Suddenly the older boy swung his clenched fist through the air, right towards Zells, unprotected, and unexpecting face. The fist met its target, punching Zell right in the eye. Zell stumbled back slightly but still stood his ground. The other boy clenched his fist again ready to strike another blow; Zell had let down his guard.
Draco, realizing just how serious the fight had become, quickly started running towards his brother. He ran as fast as he could, but noticed he would not make it in time. The boy's fist drew back and swung through the air - the fist never made contact. As the boy swung furiously at Zell a large figure grabbed each of their collars, pulling them away from each other and leaving them dangling in the air from the strangers powerful arms.
Finally Draco made it to the scene, puffing loudly under the effort of running to his brother. The older boy struggled with all his might, trying to free himself from the huge man that had him captive - Zell just dangled in the mans other hand, looking at the stranger with the greatest amount of interest on his small, freckly face. Now that Draco was closer he could make out exactly who the foreigner man was.
'Oy, you two, whadda yeh think yeh're doin',' the large man known as Hagrid growled at the two boys in each of his monstrous hand's. Draco rolled his eyes. His week was going bad enough as it was, now his brainless Care of Magical Creatures Professor had to get involved. 'He started it,' the older boy screamed in protest, still struggling to get free of Hagrid's grip. 'I don' care who started it,' Hagrid said in his calm voice, 'Yeh shouldn've started figh'n in the firs' place.'
He placed both boys gently on the ground and let go of them. The second Hagrid had let go off them the other boy took off at a sprint, desperately trying to get as far away from the giant as possible. Zell continued to stare at Hagrid, his bright blue eyes fixated by his vastness - he had never seen anything like him before.
'Yeh should put some dragon meat on that,' Hagrid chimed, pointing at Zell's now purpling eye. 'It helps with the stingin'.'
Zell nodded slowly, obviously not taking in a word the huge man was saying to him - his eyes, never leaving Hagrid's.
Hagrid shifted uncomfortably. 'Well, must get on - lots ter do. Jus' stay out of trouble in future, next time yeh mightn't be as lucky.' And with those final words Hagrid turned to walk away.
Draco had been just standing back watching the scene unfold but as Hagrid turned to walk away he suddenly had an idea. He didn't know what in the world could have made him think of a more insane plan - all he knew was that it was another of those rare moments he could show his affection for his mother without the world knowing.
'Hey - you . wait a moment,' he called addressing Hagrid. He could have been a bit kinder, considering the importance of the question he was about to ask, but he wasn't exactly fond of the giant man and nothing would ever change that.
'Yes - Oh,' Hagrid turned around to see who was calling him, but frowned and scowled when he saw who the caller was. 'Its yeh, Malfoy,' Hagrid said, unable to keep the bitterness from his voice. 'Whadda yeh want?'
Draco went and stood next to Zell. Now that he had the great lump's attention he didn't know what to say. He wasn't used to asking favors, he didn't exactly know how to. He was about to tell Hagrid to forget it, but he looked down at Zell and knew that he had to. He decided to try an easier approach.
'Have you seen Snape around?' Draco said speaking so slowly, he thought if talked to fast that Hagrid might not be able to understand him. He was half- giant after all and his father kept telling him how stupid he was.
'I did jus' a few minutes ago,' he said, sounding like he usually did when he was talking to the class, it wasn't like Hagrid to hold grudges. 'On'y, I s'pose he would 'ave left by now.'
Draco already knew this response was coming. If he was still there he would have to be hiding in a pretty good spot, because his mother and he had checked everywhere a dozen times over.
'Do you know where he is now?' Draco asked still in a voice that sounded absolutely disgusted to be speaking with Hagrid of all people.
Hagrid noticed his tone with great displeasure. 'S'matter of fact I do-,' he said, than added rather harshly, 'bu' tha's none of yeh're business.'
Draco had expected this kind of response and if he hadn't needed his help, he probably would have insulted Hagrid right then and there. Instead he held his tongue and proceeded.
'Fine you don't have to tell me where he is but I need you to deliver something for me.' Draco noticed the look of surprise that came across Hagrid's massive, hairy face.
Hagrid was obviously taken aback; Malfoy was asking for a favor something he thought he'd never see. He fought back the urge to inform Malfoy of this. 'Wha' kind of thing do yeh wan' me to deliver for yeh?' Hagrid asked intrigued.
Draco looked down at his younger brother, who stared straight back. His bright, familiar eyes told Draco that he understood exactly what he was going to do. Zell smiled slightly, a smile Draco had seen before, a smile Draco knew so well, but where? Zell looked away and Draco looked back at Hagrid. He pushed his brother slightly forward and muttered, 'him.'
'Wha',' Hagrid said in disbelief looking at Malfoy as if he had just grown a second head. 'Are yeh ou' of yeh're mind.'
'No,' Draco snapped, not liking to be told he was crazy be a man who kept Blast-Ended Skrewts as pets. 'I want you to take him to Snape, as I can't do it myself because you won't tell me where he is.' Draco had said all this rather fast and loud. He was beginning to think this was a mistake. No one would ever be crazy enough to take a kid and deliver it to someone. But Hagrid must have been just as crazy as everyone had said he is because after a long silence he finally agreed.
'Al'righ',' he said, frowning slightly. 'Bu' does Snape know he's coming.'
'Yes,' Draco lied, a little too quickly; he was just so pleased that the brainless oath had actually agreed to take Zell to Snape. It was too good to be true.
'If yeh say so. Come on than,' the giant said to the minuscule Zell, 'let's get goin'.'
Zell turned around, and Draco took one last look at his younger brother. It wasn't goodbye; he knew that for certain - Zell would be back again straight after all the horrible stuff was over with. Draco shivered slightly, he had forgotten about his mother receiving the Dark Mark. With one last weak smile from Zell, Draco waved slightly and turned around, heading for where he left his mother. Now for the hard part, he had to lie to his mother - he would tell her that he had found Snape and that he had decided to take Zell. His mother would see right through it, but she would trust Draco enough to know that her other son was in good hands. Draco hoped against all hope that Hagrid went straight to Snape and didn't stop off at the Leaky Cauldron for a few drinks, become drunk and loose Zell. He guessed he would just have to trust him; after all he was apparently the one who had gotten Harry to his relatives in one piece.
Disclaimer: I don't own anything you recognize. I do own Zell however. J.K Rowling is a champ and whilst I do wish to be a writer I am not her and like I said don't own anything you recognize.
.... Okay, I hope you like it and I'm not sure when I'll update next loads of assignments, but I'll try to get typing whenever I get a free minute .. I'll be expecting lots of reviews for this one.. Please.... That's all from me... Enjoy....
The Malfoy's Big Secret!!
Chapter 9!!
As soon as Narcissa had gone and shut herself in her room Draco had taken Zell by the arm and gone straight to his room in order to pack him a bag. He had filled Zell's backpack with clothes, toiletries and a few toys that his little brother refused to part with, and he had found Zell's wand again and also placed it in the bag. Zell was silent throughout the entire process; he didn't even look up at his older brother.
Draco had then ran downstairs and followed his mother out of the Manor, Zell jogging along beside him. The guards at the gate had let them pass after Narcissa had told them that she was only going to Diagon Alley to do some shopping. From there they had to catch a train, Draco and Zell were too young to apparate with their mother.
They caught the train in silence. Draco's mother had told him before they left why they were going so there was no need to ask, and there appeared to be nothing else to talk about.
Draco watched the rain stream gently down his window as he silently reassured himself that Zell would be in good hands. Narcissa had meant to ask Severus Snape if he would take care of Zell, it would have been quite a shock for Snape to find out about the boy, but she had no one else to ask. Snape had not been at his house, Dumbledore however had been, a fact which did not please Narcissa as she had to ask Dumbledore where Snape had gone - talking to Albus Dumbledore was not on the top of Narcissa's to do list. When Dumbledore had told her that he was at Diagon Alley already, this lightened her mood slightly as that was the place she was originally going to ask him to meet her. Snape was a great wizard and even though he probably had never even seen a person as small or as young as Zell Draco knew that he would still take great care of him.
When they finally arrived they disembarked the train and walked the rest of the way to Diagon Alley, shielding themselves from the rain by walking under shop fronts. As soon as they arrived Narcissa wasted no time she began the search for Snape immediately.
'Okay Draco, be sure to keep your eye out for Sev,' his mother said firmly. Sev was the name that Narcissa liked to call Snape, as they had been friends for some time it didn't bother Draco that she seemed to have a pet name for him.
His mother walked from shop to shop, searching for any sign of Snape - Draco trudged along at her side whilst Zell walked slightly behind, backpack on back and a pre-occupied expression on his face.
They searched every shop at least three times, but there was absolutely no sign of Snape anywhere. Draco could tell his mother didn't want to give up, but things just didn't look good. After what felt like hours of searching his mother finally decided to give in.
'He must have left already,' Narcissa said, sounding defeated. She sat herself down in a chair outside Florean Fortescue's Ice-Cream Parlour, under a large umbrella. Draco made to sit down and was about to turn around and tell Zell to do the same, but Zell wasn't there. Draco rolled his eyes - he knew Zell well enough to guess that he wasn't shopping, he had probably got himself into some sort of trouble, he always did at home.
Narcissa hadn't seemed to notice Zell's disappearance; she seemed to be thinking something through. Draco knew better than to disturb her when she was thinking so he didn't even bother to excuse himself - he set off straight away in search of his brother.
Draco could barely see anything with all the rain pouring down in front of him. He still kept to the shop fronts, not wanting to get drenched. He searched again in every shop - he even checked the alleys, Zell often got distracted by something or rather and could have very well ended up in some dark corned somewhere.
Finally he spotted him. Zell was standing in the rain, completely drenched from head to foot, talking to a boy who appeared to be only slightly older. They didn't appear to be having a very pleasant conversation and this became painfully clear to Draco as the older boy suddenly dived at his younger brother, causing them both to land hard on the floor.
Draco knew that something like this would happen; his brother had been kept around Lucius and away from other people for so long that he probably didn't know how to hold a civilized conversation. Draco watched as the two boys fought each other and noticed that Zell was struggling to keep the older boy's pounding fists from reaching their target. He decided that it was time for him to step in and stop them before they killed each other.
He walked quickly through the pouring rain, making his way towards where his brother now stood, still protecting himself from the other boy's powerful blows. Suddenly the older boy swung his clenched fist through the air, right towards Zells, unprotected, and unexpecting face. The fist met its target, punching Zell right in the eye. Zell stumbled back slightly but still stood his ground. The other boy clenched his fist again ready to strike another blow; Zell had let down his guard.
Draco, realizing just how serious the fight had become, quickly started running towards his brother. He ran as fast as he could, but noticed he would not make it in time. The boy's fist drew back and swung through the air - the fist never made contact. As the boy swung furiously at Zell a large figure grabbed each of their collars, pulling them away from each other and leaving them dangling in the air from the strangers powerful arms.
Finally Draco made it to the scene, puffing loudly under the effort of running to his brother. The older boy struggled with all his might, trying to free himself from the huge man that had him captive - Zell just dangled in the mans other hand, looking at the stranger with the greatest amount of interest on his small, freckly face. Now that Draco was closer he could make out exactly who the foreigner man was.
'Oy, you two, whadda yeh think yeh're doin',' the large man known as Hagrid growled at the two boys in each of his monstrous hand's. Draco rolled his eyes. His week was going bad enough as it was, now his brainless Care of Magical Creatures Professor had to get involved. 'He started it,' the older boy screamed in protest, still struggling to get free of Hagrid's grip. 'I don' care who started it,' Hagrid said in his calm voice, 'Yeh shouldn've started figh'n in the firs' place.'
He placed both boys gently on the ground and let go of them. The second Hagrid had let go off them the other boy took off at a sprint, desperately trying to get as far away from the giant as possible. Zell continued to stare at Hagrid, his bright blue eyes fixated by his vastness - he had never seen anything like him before.
'Yeh should put some dragon meat on that,' Hagrid chimed, pointing at Zell's now purpling eye. 'It helps with the stingin'.'
Zell nodded slowly, obviously not taking in a word the huge man was saying to him - his eyes, never leaving Hagrid's.
Hagrid shifted uncomfortably. 'Well, must get on - lots ter do. Jus' stay out of trouble in future, next time yeh mightn't be as lucky.' And with those final words Hagrid turned to walk away.
Draco had been just standing back watching the scene unfold but as Hagrid turned to walk away he suddenly had an idea. He didn't know what in the world could have made him think of a more insane plan - all he knew was that it was another of those rare moments he could show his affection for his mother without the world knowing.
'Hey - you . wait a moment,' he called addressing Hagrid. He could have been a bit kinder, considering the importance of the question he was about to ask, but he wasn't exactly fond of the giant man and nothing would ever change that.
'Yes - Oh,' Hagrid turned around to see who was calling him, but frowned and scowled when he saw who the caller was. 'Its yeh, Malfoy,' Hagrid said, unable to keep the bitterness from his voice. 'Whadda yeh want?'
Draco went and stood next to Zell. Now that he had the great lump's attention he didn't know what to say. He wasn't used to asking favors, he didn't exactly know how to. He was about to tell Hagrid to forget it, but he looked down at Zell and knew that he had to. He decided to try an easier approach.
'Have you seen Snape around?' Draco said speaking so slowly, he thought if talked to fast that Hagrid might not be able to understand him. He was half- giant after all and his father kept telling him how stupid he was.
'I did jus' a few minutes ago,' he said, sounding like he usually did when he was talking to the class, it wasn't like Hagrid to hold grudges. 'On'y, I s'pose he would 'ave left by now.'
Draco already knew this response was coming. If he was still there he would have to be hiding in a pretty good spot, because his mother and he had checked everywhere a dozen times over.
'Do you know where he is now?' Draco asked still in a voice that sounded absolutely disgusted to be speaking with Hagrid of all people.
Hagrid noticed his tone with great displeasure. 'S'matter of fact I do-,' he said, than added rather harshly, 'bu' tha's none of yeh're business.'
Draco had expected this kind of response and if he hadn't needed his help, he probably would have insulted Hagrid right then and there. Instead he held his tongue and proceeded.
'Fine you don't have to tell me where he is but I need you to deliver something for me.' Draco noticed the look of surprise that came across Hagrid's massive, hairy face.
Hagrid was obviously taken aback; Malfoy was asking for a favor something he thought he'd never see. He fought back the urge to inform Malfoy of this. 'Wha' kind of thing do yeh wan' me to deliver for yeh?' Hagrid asked intrigued.
Draco looked down at his younger brother, who stared straight back. His bright, familiar eyes told Draco that he understood exactly what he was going to do. Zell smiled slightly, a smile Draco had seen before, a smile Draco knew so well, but where? Zell looked away and Draco looked back at Hagrid. He pushed his brother slightly forward and muttered, 'him.'
'Wha',' Hagrid said in disbelief looking at Malfoy as if he had just grown a second head. 'Are yeh ou' of yeh're mind.'
'No,' Draco snapped, not liking to be told he was crazy be a man who kept Blast-Ended Skrewts as pets. 'I want you to take him to Snape, as I can't do it myself because you won't tell me where he is.' Draco had said all this rather fast and loud. He was beginning to think this was a mistake. No one would ever be crazy enough to take a kid and deliver it to someone. But Hagrid must have been just as crazy as everyone had said he is because after a long silence he finally agreed.
'Al'righ',' he said, frowning slightly. 'Bu' does Snape know he's coming.'
'Yes,' Draco lied, a little too quickly; he was just so pleased that the brainless oath had actually agreed to take Zell to Snape. It was too good to be true.
'If yeh say so. Come on than,' the giant said to the minuscule Zell, 'let's get goin'.'
Zell turned around, and Draco took one last look at his younger brother. It wasn't goodbye; he knew that for certain - Zell would be back again straight after all the horrible stuff was over with. Draco shivered slightly, he had forgotten about his mother receiving the Dark Mark. With one last weak smile from Zell, Draco waved slightly and turned around, heading for where he left his mother. Now for the hard part, he had to lie to his mother - he would tell her that he had found Snape and that he had decided to take Zell. His mother would see right through it, but she would trust Draco enough to know that her other son was in good hands. Draco hoped against all hope that Hagrid went straight to Snape and didn't stop off at the Leaky Cauldron for a few drinks, become drunk and loose Zell. He guessed he would just have to trust him; after all he was apparently the one who had gotten Harry to his relatives in one piece.