Draco's sharp silver eyes searched Harry's for signs of sincerity.
"Are you kidding?" He asked still surprised by the boy's question.
"Oh come on." Harry said, "My friends are all coupling off so they're going to be busy a lot. And...and how many real friends can you say you have? Not counting your stupid overgrown minions."

Draco thought for a moment. "Well, none really. No one I'd trust that is, everyone's got ulterior motives. But it's hard when you're a Malfoy. Being obscenely wealthy and with these looks... people either want to get into your wallet or your pants."

Harry chuckled, "you really are full of yourself. Well, I can assure you I couldn't care less about your money, and I'm certainly not interested in your...pants."

Draco cocked a smug eyebrow and looked away, "We'll see..."

Harry rolled his eyes, "So what do you say? Truce?"

This time it was Harry extending his hand in fellowship. Draco stared at the sun kissed flesh with its jagged, frequently chewed nails. He knew by grasping it, it would end an era, and unite the two most powerful opposing forces of Hogwarts. It would create an abrupt, and possibly dangerous change.
But change is good, isn't it?

Before he could catch himself he grabbed the other boys hand and they shook on it.
"Think this stands a chance of lasting?" Harry asked with a pleased smile.
"Not really, but I guess it wouldn't hurt to try a different approach." Draco replied with a small grin, "Besides we can blow McGonagal's mind by getting along before we've even served our first detention."
"Ugh, that reminds me!" Harry exclaimed, glancing down at his watch, "I'm due for Transfiguration in a few minutes."
"Yeah I'd better get a move on too." Draco sighed. He glanced down at their still clasped hands, and quickly pulled his hand away.

The boys turned from the lake and made a dash for the castle. As they arrived at the main entrance they stopped and looked at each other.
"What an odd day it's been." Harry said thoughtfully.
"If that isn't the understatement of the century..."
"Well, I guess we'll see each other later."
"Not like we have a say in the matter."
"Later Mal-...Draco."
"Later Harry."

And with that the two parted to go finish the school day, both secretly anticipating the evening.