Harry slowly trudged back to Gryffindor Tower, completely lost in his own world. Luckily, tomorrow was the day everyone was leaving for Christmas break. Harry knew that just about everyone was going to leave, including Ron and Hermione. 'God... I can't believe it... Severus Snape, Potions Master and Head of Slytherin House is my father! What would Ron and Hermione think? They'll hate me... oh, god, what am I supposed to do?'

Harry couldn't take it anymore, he ran the rest of the way back to Gryffindor Tower, said the password in a raspy voice, 'Butterbeer', and collapsed on the sofa. He curled into a small ball. Suddenly, Harry heard footsteps. Harry looked back, knowing he was safe here, and saw Ron and Hermione. Hermione saw Harry sitting there, whispered something to Ron, and then they walked over to where the Boy-Who-Wouldn't-Die sat.

"Hey, mate, how'd the detention go?" Ron asked, sitting in next to his best friend. At first, Harry didn't say anything, but then he said, "It was a bit... weird..." "What happened, Harry?" he heard Hermione ask, and he turned to look in her eyes. She noticed something was wrong and said, "Harry, what's wrong? What happened?"

Harry became a tighter ball, not being able to find his voice. "Harry?" Ron asked, worry thick in his voice. "Come on, mate, you can tell us. We won't be mad." Harry scowled, "I wish, fine you want to know? Today, at the detention, Snape noticed something weird and asked me to stop for a while, then he....'I promised him I wouldn't tell him that part' ....a letter sort of thing popped on his desk, and he told me what it said....it said that...." Harry trailed off and said the last part rather quietly.

However, Hermione heard it and covered her mouth with her hand, obviously shocked. Ron looked at Hermione and then at Harry. "What? What did you say?" Ron asked, confused. Harry lowered his head and then said, "Snape is my father." Ron's mouth literally hit the floor in absolute shock.

"That greasy bastard is your father!?!?!" Ron practically yelled, and Hermione covered his mouth with her hand, other people were still sleeping. Harry scrunched into a tinier ball, against the arm rest of the sofa. Ron noticed this and then quickly said, "What? Harry, oh, I'm so sorry, it's just that it's hard to believe that your father is that greasy bi-" He was cut off when Hermione covered his mouth again.

"It's true, but, he's not mean to me at all. I think he was only hating me because of my fa-..... James. He was rather understanding." Hermione went over to Harry and hugged him tight. "It's alright, Harry, we understand." She said rather soothingly.

Suddenly, a note appeared on Harry's left. He turned around when Hermione let go and picked it up. He quickly looked at it and read what it said. Harry, I need you to come to the Headmaster's office immediately. There are a few things we need to discuss. Wear your Invisibility Cloak. You may bring Mr. Weasley and Ms. Granger with you if you wish. The password is Chocolate Coins. S.S

Harry quickly let Ron and Hermione read it, and they nodded. Harry pulled out his wand, not bothering to go upstairs, and said, "Accio Invisibility Cloak!" and in a few seconds, the cloak flew towards Harry. "He's been a lot nicer since the 'incident'. Accio Maurder's (How do you spell it?) Map!" Harry grabbed the map, pointed his wand at it, and said, "I solemnly swear that I am up to no good."

After making sure that they were all completely covered, they went to Dumbledore's office. A few minutes later, they arrived outside the door, successfully avoiding any prefects, Filch, or Mrs. Norris. Harry pointed his wand at the map, and said, "Mischief Managed." And all the lines and dots disappeared. Harry pocketed the map. "Chocolate Coins." Harry muttered, and the gargoyle sprang to the side. Harry, Ron, and Hermione went inside and up the stairs and opened the door, taking the Cloak off.

Ok, guys, I managed to do this right before I leave. I'm leaving tomorrow at 12, so be thankful that I updated before I left! Now show your thanks by reviewing!