I spent the rest of that summer walking around the grounds, discovering new places to read, reading, and other fun things such as that. I never knew if Ron had received my letter, because I got no reply. I took that to mean I was not forgiven. And it killed me, because he was all I had. I decided to visit my father, because we never got the chance to talk one on one since the truth about my parentage came out.

"Dad…?" I asked looking around the dungeon curiously. There were many things in jars…strange things preserved in liquids. It was almost enough to make me run out of there.

"Hmm? Oh hello Lily. How are you?" His face was very friendly. It had grown less and less menacing the longer I knew him.

"Not so good…" I said.

"Ah yes Ron still has not written you back then?"

"No… How did you know?"

"Kyle mentioned it. He wanted to inform me, so that I could look out for you, make sure you were okay. He loves you very much. You are extremely lucky to have him." I knew that. Kyle was my rock. The one person I could count on these days.

"Another thing is Draco. I love him. He seems like an awful person, I know, but I see past it all. He's just insecure. His father is a horrible man, and I think Draco feels as though he is not good enough. His rough exterior hides a very vulnerable person inside."

"Well said my dear. I believe you are right. Lucius Malfoy is a very intimidating person. I can imagine why Draco would feel this way. I'm glad we had this talk. Maybe you should send Ron another owl, telling him what you think of Malfoy. Tell him exactly what you just told me." And he kissed me on the forehead and left his office.

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I walked out into the sunshine. I planned to go to my favorite spot near Hagrid's. It was a quiet spot where I could be alone to write a letter. Since the students would be arriving that afternoon, I decided I'd place the letter on Ron's pillow in his dormitory or something. Somewhere he'd be sure to find it.

With the parchment in hand I made my way up to the Gryffindor portrait. I got lost a few times and had to stop and ask some portraits for directions along the way, but eventually I got there. The fat lady in the pink dress let me in after I flattered her a bit. I looked around in surprise at the common room. It was nearly identical to Ravenclaw except that it was filled with streamers of red and gold as opposed to blue and black. I slowly made my way up to the boy's dormitories, and found Ron's four poster quickly. A Chudley Cannons picture hung just above the headboard. I placed the letter gently on his pillow, and quickly left the room to get ready for the feast that night.

I changed into my Hogwarts robes, put on my shoes, and went to go meet the students at the Great Hall. When I arrived, I saw that nearly all of the tables were occupied, but there was plenty of room for the students to be sorted that night. I took my seat next to my brother, and glanced over at the Gryffindor table. Ron caught my eye, but quickly looked away. It felt like someone had thrust a dagger in my heart. I turned to look at Draco. He looked incredible, as usual. I just wish we could have another kiss like the one we had shared the year before. But, for all I knew he just saw me as the potions master's daughter. Forbidden territory. But with him, it would not be forbidden. My father liked Draco Malfoy. He was a good student and a tolerable person at times. I think I was the only one who really saw him. I couldn't explain it. I tried to look at Ron again, but all I got was glares from Harry and Hermione.

"Why me?" I whispered. Kyle heard me and put his arm around me. I leaned my head on his shoulder, and wished I could fall asleep like that on my big brother's shoulder and save my troubles for another night.

After the feast I was pleasantly full. The food at Hogwarts was always excellent. I drowsily made my way to my common room. On the way I passed the Slytherin portrait hole and saw a familiar blonde nearly enter it. He held back though, and turned to face me. I was yards away from him, and I was so nervous I thought I'd puke. He ran to me.

"Lily." he said breathily.

"Draco…." I said. I was quivering out of fear.

He reached out and gently caressed my cheek. It sent chills down my spine. I found that I was not breathing, and thought it would be best to start up again so I didn't pass out. He pulled me to him. It was the greatest moment of my life. I wrapped my arms around his neck and his lips found mine. There we stood, for what seemed like an eternity, which I was grateful for. I never wanted to let go of him. Ever. He broke the kiss, and we held each other for a while longer. Finally I realized the prefects would be patrolling the corridors soon. I pulled my arms away, but let my hands linger on his cheeks. I kissed him once more, and then turned around to climb the steps to my common room. Leaving him standing there watching me go.