First of all: Thank you for the amazing reviews! I'm glad to know you guys like it. I want to know what's going to happen next in my fic too. I don't think even I know. What kind of a writer am I?
I had too much work and I decided to procrastinate soooo this is what came out. It's not one of my better chapters but I hope it'll keep you from murdering me. *nervous laugh*
If you guys want me to e-mail you with updates just let me know, ok?
Lanfear: Thanks, and you came in at a good time. I absolutely have Ron and Hermione's reactions in mind. Don't you worry about that!
Leggy-stinks: Yes, gotta give the people what they want. Wanna round up the readers and throw them down a volcano? Wait, that means I won't have any readers. Aww! You think I did okay? I liked the way I ended it. I feel so special!
John: Well it looks like it's turning out that way. I know what you mean. I don't think I've ever seen Harry with a Slytherin girl...or Malfoy. I steer clear of those. *shudders* If that's what you want...Then, by the powers vested in me by FF.net, this is your will so mote it be!
Cassie-bear01: I made you CRY? When? I'm so sorry! Flattered, but sorry!
Mystic Queen: Thanx and will do!
SarahSnape: I'm a wonderful writer? Wow...I feel so special......aid. No, just kidding. No offece to anyone. Thanx and I will. All this writing will help me with my regents this summer.
Diana Lucille Snape: Yes it took me forever. I keep all my readers in mind. All you ideas were very helpful. So thank YOU! I'm glad you love it.
Naomi SilverWolf: Thanx! I try...
lynlyn: I haven't decided on that perfect girl for Harry. Maybe Zabini. She kinda reminds me of myself...kinda. Yes, Harry was extremely creeped out. But hey, stranger things have happened. Um, Snape did kill Vernon after all.
Gryffindorgurl987: Sure no prob! I'll e-mail you with an update.
Angels Prayer: Don't worry. I have no intention of bringing Vernon back...not even as a ghost. I'm hope you liked what I did with the remaining Dursleys. See, it's not a heart attack or time in the big house but I hope it will do. Yep, it was meant as a compliment. Lol!
Relle: *backing away* Glad you have your nails back! I can see the improvement. 8P I will SO not make this slash! Sorry. I really can't do that. It goes against my HP luvin' cult. J/K. I just don't feel too easy on the Hp/Dm deal. I am thinking of the whole HP/SB thing. I guess that's the couple I'm looking for. Thank you. I worked very hard on it and now I'm busier than ever. But I'll post. Eventually...
Kami Potter: Glad to know you love it! I'll try and update more often.
Arwen Rayne: I solemnly swear not to harm Severus Snape. Unless Voldemort tells me to. *grins*
EuGIeBeAr: Thank you very much. Yeah Draco rocks doesn't he?
Muffy: It's sad? Wow. No need to worry. I don't do slash. Are you kidding me? It seems like I type one word per minute!
singing-bluebird: Yes, I have a plot. Um what's a plot? j/k! This is an answer to a challenge posted by Mars Raven. Congrats by the way! You're the first 'almost bad' review I've gotten. Yeah, you're a real ray of sunshine. Now I REALLY feel like finishing this. Lol!
Sela: If anything Dumbledore is crazy. And I'm glad you like it.
Crisis Haylo: I'm not sure about "rules" but thank you so much for your enthusiasm. I'll be looking out for that fanfic of yours! And I did like my Harry + Draco scene. That was cute.
Without further ado...my fic.
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Don't I get a say in this?!
Severus sat ramrod straight in his chair before the minister of magic, Cornelius Fudge. Fudge examined the potions master and then the woman and boy beside him. It was a strange sight, the woman held her large son as close as she could and stared at the man beside her, then back at the man on the stands, with wide scared eyes. The two men argued back and forth for an hour.
"You understand that I will not tolerate another offence such as this. You are well on your way to a life sentence in Azcaban!"
"It was on self defense!"
"It was Potter's person being attacked not yours-"
"And he was unable to defend himself!"
"So you killed the muggle man for him? A man who was responsible for the custody of this family."
Fudge's voice showed contempt and he looked at Dursley and Petunia. Snape became cool and aloof.
"Basically."
Severus crossed his arms and stared blankly back at the minister.
"You're walking on a thin rope, Snape. And the safety net's in my hands."
Fudge held out his arms to show what he meant.
"I can let you fall."
Severus looked ahead as if unimpressed.
"You won't send me to Azkaban. What are you planning to do?"
Fudge rubbed his eyes.
"Take care of the family. That's all. Just go."
Severus rose an eyebrow.
"Take care of them? How...?"
Fudge grunted.
"You're wearing me out Snape."
Severus smirked.
"Good."
Fudge ran a hand down his face.
"See to them. Take them to your house."
"WHAT?!"
Petunia and Dudley echoed Severus and they all stood up at the same time to protest.
"I can't have them in my house. Don't I get a say in this?!"
"I can't live in a freak's house!!!"
Severus growled at he commentary but turned to Fudge instead.
"There's no space. And I'll be away at Hogwarts most of the year. I don't trust muggles in my home. End of story."
Fudge sighed.
"Then you move in with them."
"HELL NO!!!"
Fudge jumped out of his chair as all three yelled in a chorus.
"I am not living at a filthy muggle's house!!!"
"Filthy?! I keep my house spotless thank you very much!"
Petunia stretched her long neck to be up to height with Severus but she was still a head shorter.
"You mean HARRY keeps it spotless for you!"
Petunia shut up and went back to the corner with Dudley. Severus turned to Fudge.
"I'll send them money every once in a while. I'll make sure they're not missing anything. That's just about all that fat son of a-"
"Severus Snape!!!"
"-Did anyways."
Severus smirked at Fudge's reaction.
"Go. Very well. Good enough. Just go."
Severus watched the two Dursley's led away by two strong looking Wizards. He turned to Fudge.
"I'll give your best to Dumbledore."
Fudge just stared openmouthed as Severus walked away with a smug smirk on his lips.
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"Looking forward to fifth year Hermione?"
Harry teased gently as he woke up to find Hermione reading a book by his bedside.
"Yes...okay...no. Do you realize how hard the work is going to be? We have only two more years of Hogwarts after this!"
Harry looked around.
"Where's Ron?"
"He went to get something to eat. He should be back sometime soon."
"Do me a favor Hermione?"
Hermione put down her book.
"Uh, sure. What is it?"
"Check my visitors log. Tell me who's come to visit me. I just want to make sure I'm not crazy."
Hermione didn't hide the look of skepticism that crossed her face as she picked up the visitors log. She sighed and read.
"Um, Albus Dumbledore, Severus Snape, Snuffles-that's Sirius-, Minerva McGonagall, Ronald Weasley, Molly Weasley, Arthur Weasley, Bill Weasley, Percy Weasley, Fred Weasley, George Weasley, Ginny Weasley..."
Hermione took a breath and muttered 'damn.'
"Is there any point to this?"
"Just, look at the last few."
Ron walked in the room at that moment.
"Hey, Harry. How do you feel?"
"I'm good. Hermione tell me. Who were the last few to visit?"
Hermione rolled her eyes and looked down the list.
"Millicent...Bulstrode?!"
That last bit came almost as a cry. Ron went to look over her shoulder.
"Bulstrode?! What was she doing here?!"
Ron took the list from Hermione's hand and stared at it disbelievingly.
"Bloody hell! That's not all! Look at this! Pansy Parkinson and Zabini Blaise!"
Ron shook his head and squinted his eyes.
"Am I seeing wrong? I think there is something weird in hospital food!"
Hermione's mouth dropped open.
"If that's weird, look at the last name on the list."
Ron looked and his face contorted in half shock and half disgust.
"Draco Malfoy?!"
Both Ron and Hermione stared at Harry. They stood up and began to search him.
"What's going on? Guys! What's the matter?"
"He didn't hex you or anything, did he? I wouldn't put it past the lowlife! To attack someone in a hospital."
Ron looked vicious and even Hermione looked as angry as ever.
"He didn't do anything. We just talked."
"Talked? You TALKED to Draco Malfoy?!"
Hermione half laughed half chocked out the words.
"Yeah...for a while."
"Well about what?! Muggles and Mudbloods?!"
Ron looked at Hermione and grimaced.
"Sorry. No offence."
Hermione waved her hand.
"None taken. What did you talk about though Harry?"
Harry avoided their looks and was relieved when the nurse walked in the room with his lunch.
"Great! Hospital food!"
Harry looked like he had been given a special treat, anything to avoid Ron and Hermione's looks.
"Okay, seriously, Harry. What did Malfoy do to you?"
"Nothing, Ron. Why would he do anything?"
"Uh, because he's a Malfoy!"
"That's not very fair of you Hermione."
"Now you're standing up for him? Bloody hell! It's not just the food talking is it?!"
"Ron, I'm fine. I just...I'm fine. It's not that I'm sticking up for Malfoy. I just...I can't explain this to you."
Hermione's mouth dropped open.
"You're not gay are-"
"HERMIONE!"
Ron took a step away from Harry who rolled his eyes.
"I am not gay!!! For Merlin's sake!"
Ron took a step closer.
"Okay. Okay, then. What, is it some big secret or something?"
"Just drop it Ron. I don't wanna talk about it."
Ron put his hands in his pockets and slumped over.
"All right. It's okay."
Harry smiled at his friend.
"Good. Now, I wanna know when I can get out of here. I feel great and the doctors say I'm better. So why am I still here?"
Hermione looked away and so did Ron.
"What? What is it?"
Harry searched for his friend's eyes but they refused to look at him. Finally Hermione turned to him.
"You can't leave St. Mungos."
"Why not?"
Ron sighed.
"Everyone's afraid Vol-Vol...You-Know-Who's gonna attack you."
Harry laughed.
"You can't be serious."
"We are."
"Hermione! Come on. I can't stay here forever!"
"You won't have to. Only until school starts."
Harry gave her a disbelieving look.
"Two weeks? You expect me to stay here for two whole weeks?!"
Hermione gave him a pleading look and muttered an apology. Ron put a hand on Hermione's shoulder.
"Harry, it's not like it's our fault. I told dad we could take you in but he said he didn't want to 'endanger you' by letting you stay with us. Everyone thinks you'll be safer here. Then later at Hogwarts."
Harry crossed his arms and lay back.
"Don't I get a say in this?"
Ron shook his head 'no'.
"Sorry mate. It's for your own good."
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That was type short but I'm back in it. Don't worry. Will update soon.
I had too much work and I decided to procrastinate soooo this is what came out. It's not one of my better chapters but I hope it'll keep you from murdering me. *nervous laugh*
If you guys want me to e-mail you with updates just let me know, ok?
Lanfear: Thanks, and you came in at a good time. I absolutely have Ron and Hermione's reactions in mind. Don't you worry about that!
Leggy-stinks: Yes, gotta give the people what they want. Wanna round up the readers and throw them down a volcano? Wait, that means I won't have any readers. Aww! You think I did okay? I liked the way I ended it. I feel so special!
John: Well it looks like it's turning out that way. I know what you mean. I don't think I've ever seen Harry with a Slytherin girl...or Malfoy. I steer clear of those. *shudders* If that's what you want...Then, by the powers vested in me by FF.net, this is your will so mote it be!
Cassie-bear01: I made you CRY? When? I'm so sorry! Flattered, but sorry!
Mystic Queen: Thanx and will do!
SarahSnape: I'm a wonderful writer? Wow...I feel so special......aid. No, just kidding. No offece to anyone. Thanx and I will. All this writing will help me with my regents this summer.
Diana Lucille Snape: Yes it took me forever. I keep all my readers in mind. All you ideas were very helpful. So thank YOU! I'm glad you love it.
Naomi SilverWolf: Thanx! I try...
lynlyn: I haven't decided on that perfect girl for Harry. Maybe Zabini. She kinda reminds me of myself...kinda. Yes, Harry was extremely creeped out. But hey, stranger things have happened. Um, Snape did kill Vernon after all.
Gryffindorgurl987: Sure no prob! I'll e-mail you with an update.
Angels Prayer: Don't worry. I have no intention of bringing Vernon back...not even as a ghost. I'm hope you liked what I did with the remaining Dursleys. See, it's not a heart attack or time in the big house but I hope it will do. Yep, it was meant as a compliment. Lol!
Relle: *backing away* Glad you have your nails back! I can see the improvement. 8P I will SO not make this slash! Sorry. I really can't do that. It goes against my HP luvin' cult. J/K. I just don't feel too easy on the Hp/Dm deal. I am thinking of the whole HP/SB thing. I guess that's the couple I'm looking for. Thank you. I worked very hard on it and now I'm busier than ever. But I'll post. Eventually...
Kami Potter: Glad to know you love it! I'll try and update more often.
Arwen Rayne: I solemnly swear not to harm Severus Snape. Unless Voldemort tells me to. *grins*
EuGIeBeAr: Thank you very much. Yeah Draco rocks doesn't he?
Muffy: It's sad? Wow. No need to worry. I don't do slash. Are you kidding me? It seems like I type one word per minute!
singing-bluebird: Yes, I have a plot. Um what's a plot? j/k! This is an answer to a challenge posted by Mars Raven. Congrats by the way! You're the first 'almost bad' review I've gotten. Yeah, you're a real ray of sunshine. Now I REALLY feel like finishing this. Lol!
Sela: If anything Dumbledore is crazy. And I'm glad you like it.
Crisis Haylo: I'm not sure about "rules" but thank you so much for your enthusiasm. I'll be looking out for that fanfic of yours! And I did like my Harry + Draco scene. That was cute.
Without further ado...my fic.
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Don't I get a say in this?!
Severus sat ramrod straight in his chair before the minister of magic, Cornelius Fudge. Fudge examined the potions master and then the woman and boy beside him. It was a strange sight, the woman held her large son as close as she could and stared at the man beside her, then back at the man on the stands, with wide scared eyes. The two men argued back and forth for an hour.
"You understand that I will not tolerate another offence such as this. You are well on your way to a life sentence in Azcaban!"
"It was on self defense!"
"It was Potter's person being attacked not yours-"
"And he was unable to defend himself!"
"So you killed the muggle man for him? A man who was responsible for the custody of this family."
Fudge's voice showed contempt and he looked at Dursley and Petunia. Snape became cool and aloof.
"Basically."
Severus crossed his arms and stared blankly back at the minister.
"You're walking on a thin rope, Snape. And the safety net's in my hands."
Fudge held out his arms to show what he meant.
"I can let you fall."
Severus looked ahead as if unimpressed.
"You won't send me to Azkaban. What are you planning to do?"
Fudge rubbed his eyes.
"Take care of the family. That's all. Just go."
Severus rose an eyebrow.
"Take care of them? How...?"
Fudge grunted.
"You're wearing me out Snape."
Severus smirked.
"Good."
Fudge ran a hand down his face.
"See to them. Take them to your house."
"WHAT?!"
Petunia and Dudley echoed Severus and they all stood up at the same time to protest.
"I can't have them in my house. Don't I get a say in this?!"
"I can't live in a freak's house!!!"
Severus growled at he commentary but turned to Fudge instead.
"There's no space. And I'll be away at Hogwarts most of the year. I don't trust muggles in my home. End of story."
Fudge sighed.
"Then you move in with them."
"HELL NO!!!"
Fudge jumped out of his chair as all three yelled in a chorus.
"I am not living at a filthy muggle's house!!!"
"Filthy?! I keep my house spotless thank you very much!"
Petunia stretched her long neck to be up to height with Severus but she was still a head shorter.
"You mean HARRY keeps it spotless for you!"
Petunia shut up and went back to the corner with Dudley. Severus turned to Fudge.
"I'll send them money every once in a while. I'll make sure they're not missing anything. That's just about all that fat son of a-"
"Severus Snape!!!"
"-Did anyways."
Severus smirked at Fudge's reaction.
"Go. Very well. Good enough. Just go."
Severus watched the two Dursley's led away by two strong looking Wizards. He turned to Fudge.
"I'll give your best to Dumbledore."
Fudge just stared openmouthed as Severus walked away with a smug smirk on his lips.
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"Looking forward to fifth year Hermione?"
Harry teased gently as he woke up to find Hermione reading a book by his bedside.
"Yes...okay...no. Do you realize how hard the work is going to be? We have only two more years of Hogwarts after this!"
Harry looked around.
"Where's Ron?"
"He went to get something to eat. He should be back sometime soon."
"Do me a favor Hermione?"
Hermione put down her book.
"Uh, sure. What is it?"
"Check my visitors log. Tell me who's come to visit me. I just want to make sure I'm not crazy."
Hermione didn't hide the look of skepticism that crossed her face as she picked up the visitors log. She sighed and read.
"Um, Albus Dumbledore, Severus Snape, Snuffles-that's Sirius-, Minerva McGonagall, Ronald Weasley, Molly Weasley, Arthur Weasley, Bill Weasley, Percy Weasley, Fred Weasley, George Weasley, Ginny Weasley..."
Hermione took a breath and muttered 'damn.'
"Is there any point to this?"
"Just, look at the last few."
Ron walked in the room at that moment.
"Hey, Harry. How do you feel?"
"I'm good. Hermione tell me. Who were the last few to visit?"
Hermione rolled her eyes and looked down the list.
"Millicent...Bulstrode?!"
That last bit came almost as a cry. Ron went to look over her shoulder.
"Bulstrode?! What was she doing here?!"
Ron took the list from Hermione's hand and stared at it disbelievingly.
"Bloody hell! That's not all! Look at this! Pansy Parkinson and Zabini Blaise!"
Ron shook his head and squinted his eyes.
"Am I seeing wrong? I think there is something weird in hospital food!"
Hermione's mouth dropped open.
"If that's weird, look at the last name on the list."
Ron looked and his face contorted in half shock and half disgust.
"Draco Malfoy?!"
Both Ron and Hermione stared at Harry. They stood up and began to search him.
"What's going on? Guys! What's the matter?"
"He didn't hex you or anything, did he? I wouldn't put it past the lowlife! To attack someone in a hospital."
Ron looked vicious and even Hermione looked as angry as ever.
"He didn't do anything. We just talked."
"Talked? You TALKED to Draco Malfoy?!"
Hermione half laughed half chocked out the words.
"Yeah...for a while."
"Well about what?! Muggles and Mudbloods?!"
Ron looked at Hermione and grimaced.
"Sorry. No offence."
Hermione waved her hand.
"None taken. What did you talk about though Harry?"
Harry avoided their looks and was relieved when the nurse walked in the room with his lunch.
"Great! Hospital food!"
Harry looked like he had been given a special treat, anything to avoid Ron and Hermione's looks.
"Okay, seriously, Harry. What did Malfoy do to you?"
"Nothing, Ron. Why would he do anything?"
"Uh, because he's a Malfoy!"
"That's not very fair of you Hermione."
"Now you're standing up for him? Bloody hell! It's not just the food talking is it?!"
"Ron, I'm fine. I just...I'm fine. It's not that I'm sticking up for Malfoy. I just...I can't explain this to you."
Hermione's mouth dropped open.
"You're not gay are-"
"HERMIONE!"
Ron took a step away from Harry who rolled his eyes.
"I am not gay!!! For Merlin's sake!"
Ron took a step closer.
"Okay. Okay, then. What, is it some big secret or something?"
"Just drop it Ron. I don't wanna talk about it."
Ron put his hands in his pockets and slumped over.
"All right. It's okay."
Harry smiled at his friend.
"Good. Now, I wanna know when I can get out of here. I feel great and the doctors say I'm better. So why am I still here?"
Hermione looked away and so did Ron.
"What? What is it?"
Harry searched for his friend's eyes but they refused to look at him. Finally Hermione turned to him.
"You can't leave St. Mungos."
"Why not?"
Ron sighed.
"Everyone's afraid Vol-Vol...You-Know-Who's gonna attack you."
Harry laughed.
"You can't be serious."
"We are."
"Hermione! Come on. I can't stay here forever!"
"You won't have to. Only until school starts."
Harry gave her a disbelieving look.
"Two weeks? You expect me to stay here for two whole weeks?!"
Hermione gave him a pleading look and muttered an apology. Ron put a hand on Hermione's shoulder.
"Harry, it's not like it's our fault. I told dad we could take you in but he said he didn't want to 'endanger you' by letting you stay with us. Everyone thinks you'll be safer here. Then later at Hogwarts."
Harry crossed his arms and lay back.
"Don't I get a say in this?"
Ron shook his head 'no'.
"Sorry mate. It's for your own good."
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That was type short but I'm back in it. Don't worry. Will update soon.
