Disclaimer: NOT MINE! NOTHING IS MINE EXCEPT FOR LOKI, THOR, VECTOR, LEO,
AKIRA, KAZUKI, AND RIN! AND OTHER OCS IN FUTURE CHAPTERS! THE HOUSE-ELVES
BELONGS TO ME TOO!
First time attempting to write a Harry Potter fic so be kind and R&R. And no one beta-ed this so don't mind my grammar mistakes.
Warning: This will be SLASH! Meaning 2 guys in THAT kind of relationship!
Spoilers: Books 1-4, ignore 5
Pairings: Main - Severus/Sirius Others - Harry/Kazuki and Leo/Draco
Languages:
"blah blah blah" - English
'blah blah blah' - Japanese
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18. Do you love him?
(Posted 02/07/04 - Saturday)
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Classes and time spent outside classes with the transfer students were an eye-opener. They were labeled more eccentric than Dumbledore, interacting with all Houses, and telling them things no parents would want their children to hear. Each of them had their own personal fan-club, where members were assigned to stalk their mortal god. Moving on, there were outrageous rumors about the Potions Master and the DADA teacher and everyday new ones were formed because of the large amount of time they were spotted together. Thor understood that Severus and Sirius needed to spend quality time together and didn't ask them for help in his second class, though the young man couldn't stop himself from picturing the different scenario that could occur if his father comes.
"Snap out of it Bro," said Loki. "We empty-headed students need your guidance in learning how to protect ourselves from the big bad wizards."
"Class is in session and I told you before that if you disrespect me I would punish you accordingly," said Thor. "Run ten laps around the Great Hall."
"Yes Sir!" cried Loki. "Your wish is my command!"
He jumped up from the floor and began jogging.
"I didn't say jog," said Thor. "That doesn't look like running to me."
Loki increased his speed as the other students stared in amusement. "Did I ever tell you that you're a slave-driver?"
"Everyday," said Thor.
"Oh yea," Loki said thoughtfully as the class laughed.
Thor clapped his hands loudly. "Attention! I'll start today's class off while Mr. Snape runs. I'm glad you all came here in Muggle clothes like I had asked because we're going to learn the first thing you have to perfect before proceeding onto something more difficult. Does anyone have any idea what I'm talking about?"
Akira, Leo, and Kazuki raised their hands.
"Besides the Japanese students," clarified Thor.
The three teenagers lowered their arms. No one else knew what their Auror Training instructor was talking about so nobody volunteered.
"Any guesses?" asked Thor. "Just yell them out."
"Umm, learn how to defend maybe," Harry said uncertainly.
"That's good. Does anyone want to elaborate with the defending idea?" said Thor. "What about you Mr. Weasley?"
"We could learn to cast a shield," asked Ron. "I mean, knowing how to attack your enemy is good and everything but a person should know how to protect himself and the people around because safety should always come first."
"Good, good," commented Thor. "Who else has something to say? Mr. Malfoy."
"I think the first thing a person should learn before offense and defense is the right way of falling," said Draco.
The class was confused as Thor nodded in agreement.
"Explain why to the class," said Thor.
"When you get hit and fall down, being able to get back on your feet in the fastest and safest way possible is vital," Draco said, shifting closer to Leo as he noticed people were actually listening to him speak. "If you fell down wrong and can't get up because you twisted, sprained, or broken something, then you become a burden."
"That's exactly why we're learning to fall correctly today," said Thor. "I award five points to Slytherin."
Draco smiled smugly.
"Falling is a one person exercise so I won't be pairing you guys up," said Thor. "I want you all to spread out with a lot of space between you and the next person. And Loki, you're going to be the example."
"Sure thing," Loki said, completing his tenth lap and walking to his brother without breaking a sweat. "This falling thing is a cinch."
"Then you should be happy to know that you're going to be my helper for the rest of the school year," Thor said, then checking the positions of the students.
Loki groaned. "I'm not a cat so I don't have nine lives for you to play with."
"You've survive my training before," said Thor. "Ms. Chang, you shouldn't have chosen to stand between Mr. Potter and Mr. Shimizu. Why don't you go to the back?"
Cho gave Kazuki a dirty look, which was met with no reaction.
'That girl should be hung naked from the tallest tower,' said Loki. 'And I know the Astronomy Tower is the highest and it has the best view of the grounds. She could entertain herself until someone saves her.'
'Loki, that's not funny,' Thor said warningly.
'Yes it is,' said Leo. 'I wouldn't mind getting Colin to take pictures.'
'Didn't you do the same thing to a bully a few years back?" said Akira.
'Yup,' said Loki.
'You don't have to do anything for me since I can handle her myself,' said Kazuki. 'She's no match for me.'
'I know but that doesn't lessen my anger towards her,' said Loki. 'She could try every sleazy way but she would never have Harry because he likes you.'
'You're being delusional again,' said Kazuki.
'I think you're the delusional one,' said Loki. 'It's so obvious.'
Thor clapped his hands again. "Refrain from speaking Japanese while in my class."
"Yes Sir," said Loki. "You want me to fall now?"
At Thor's signal, Loki pitched head-first to the ground as gravity took over. In the last second, he moved his hands in front of his chest, slapped the floor with a resounding noise, and rolled to his feet.
"Did everyone see what he did?" asked Thor.
Several students shook their heads.
"It was too fast," said Cho.
Loki sighed at her stupidity. "That's what Draco said earlier. The faster you regain your balance, the better chance you have to beat your opponent."
"Do it again," ordered Thor. "Bring your speed down by half."
"That's like being a snail," complained Loki.
"Do it," said Thor.
"Yea, yea, yea," said Loki. "I'm just a tool for you, O Brother of Mine."
"Yes you are," said Thor.
The pouting teen repeated the fall at a slower pace but still, some didn't see clearly. Thor was a perfectionist so he made Loki do the fall five more times until everyone had the actions imprinted in their minds.
"Now that the visuals are done, the practical part of the lesson starts," said Thor. "Well, what are you waiting for? All of you! Fall until I call your name. When I call your name, go sit on the platform because it means you've done the exercise correctly."
The Great Hall was filled with slapping sounds. Thor would give out advice if a student was doing it seriously wrong but it was mostly trial and error. The Japanese had their names called after one try while Harry and Draco got it right on their third try. Ron, Blaise, Theodore, and Hermione managed to do it on their fifth. By the time the class was dismissed, only three fourths of the class had their names called.
"We'll continue in our next class," said Thor. "By the way, I'll be a chaperone on the upcoming Hogsmeade weekend. Those who are coming have to be at the entrance hall by eleven. One minute after and you can't come."
"But it's a Saturday," whined Loki. "I can't even wake up at eleven."
Thor gave him a pointed look. "Then have one of your friends do it."
"I sleep at eleven," said Leo. "You can't count on me."
"I have a Go event to attend this weekend," said Akira. "I'm leaving when class ends on Friday."
"I also have an urgent matter to attend to," said Kazuki. "I'm sorry."
"We're Gryffindors," said Harry, Ron, and Colin.
"We girls aren't allowed in boys' dormitory," said Hermione and Ginny.
Loki sighed. "It's not your fault."
"Umm, I can wake you if you like," said Theodore. "I'm an early-riser."
"You're a real pal Theo," Loki said, swinging a friendly arm around the slim boy's shoulder. "But I'm going to need more than one person to wake me up."
"Hey, you haven't even asked me yet," said Draco.
"Do I smell jealousy Jr.?" said Loki. "You can't be so selfish. You already have Leo."
"Excuse me?" said Draco.
Leo hit Loki up-side his head. "Watch your mouth."
"Ouch!" Loki said, rubbing his new bump indignantly. "You hit too hard."
"I think he's still angry at you for turning off the hot water when he was showering," whispered Draco. "Or maybe it's that time you magic-ed his clothes into hot pink in our History of Magic class. Or it could be last night at dinner where you dumped an ice cube down his pants."
"Blah, he's not the type for grudges," said Loki.
"Who says," said Leo.
"Me, your God!" said Loki.
"Children please," Thor said, feeling the beginning of a migraine. "Go back to your dorms and clean up for dinner."
"Yes Sir," Loki said, saluting his brother. "On your mark, get set, GO!"
He sprinted out of the Great Hall. The Slytherins were still unused to the Snape's crazy behavior but they're improving. Instead of standing dumbly, they returned to the dungeons.
"Hogsmeade is not going to survive the whirlwind named Loki," thought Thor. "At least there isn't that many Hogsmeade weekends."
Before you know it, it was Saturday. Thor and McGonagall were the teachers assigned for this trip because they picked the short straws. Depending on how close you were to Loki and his friends, you wouldn't be startled at seeing them at the entrance hall. Leo was leaning against the wall, carrying his laptop, and dozing. Loki was laying the floor, spread-eagle, with a yellow messenger bag. Draco was telling Theodore stories about living with the Japanese to pass time.
"Good morning," Harry said as the other Gryffindors stared in shock.
"Morning Lightning," Loki said, lifting a hand in greeting. "Morning Red, Hermes, Ginger, Flash."
In response, Ron, Hermione, Ginny, and Colin said their good mornings. In fifteen minutes, all the people who want to go to Hogsmeade showed up. When Thor announced they were leaving, Loki shook Leo violently to wake him and received another whack on the head. Down in Severus' quarters, two adults were preparing for their date.
"I've changed my mind," Severus said, sitting next to Sirius on the couch.
"What?" Sirius said.
"Hogsmeade is too open," said Severus. "I'm still being watched and tested for my loyalty to the Dark Lord. You could be used against me if they find out our relationship."
"You're being paranoid," Sirius said, hugging his boyfriend. "Hey, your hair's not greasy."
"Shut up, being paranoid has saved my life more times than I can remember," said Severus. "And my hair was never greasy when we were living on Privet Drive."
"I know but that was because Loki forced you into taking care of yourself," said Sirius. "So if we're not going to Hogsmeade, we could do something else right here."
"You have a dirty mind," said Severus.
Sirius kissed Severus on the temple. "That's because you're too hot."
"HELLO!"
The door opened and Vector barged in, smiling evilly. Severus leaped from Sirius arms to the far side of the couch before the DADA professor could register who came in. When he did, his face turned white. Ami was laughing at the scene as she invited herself to the room.
"Vector!" exclaimed Severus. "What are you doing here?"
"To see you of course," said Vector. "I got the most interesting letter from the silly boy and I wanted to speak to you about it."
"Err, Loki wrote you a letter?" asked Severus. "What was in the letter?"
"I think you know better than I do," said Vector. "Ami, take my brother away, would you? I need to have a few words with Mr. Black, alone."
"What are you planning to do Vector?" said Severus.
"Come on," said Ami. "You'll make it worse by staying here."
"But Doctor," said Severus.
"Your darling will be fine," said Ami. "Have a little trust in him."
Sirius gave Severus a shaky smile as the Potions Master was led out of his rooms to upstairs. Vector was still smiling in the same manner as he sat down.
"We'll make this short because Sev is a worrywart," said Vector. "Do you love him?"
"Yes, more than life itself," Sirius said immediately.
Vector's smile grew more sinister. "That was what I was hoping you would say. Here."
Sirius caught a small vial. The liquid inside was watery and colorless.
"What's this?" Sirius asked, uncorking it and taking an experimental sniff. "It's odorless too."
"It's a hazardous poison I created for the Ministry when I was younger," answered Vector, entwining his fingers and resting his chin on top. "Like you've notice, it has no color, no smell, and also non-detectable in a person's system."
Sirius held the vial away from him. "Why are you carrying this on you? I mean, why are you giving this to me?"
"I want you to drink it," said Vector.
"WHAT? ARE YOU INSANE?" screamed Sirius.
"By refusing, you're telling me you don't really love my baby brother more than life itself," said Vector. "It's sad. Do you know what I do to people like you who would lie to gain something, like my baby brother's heart for example?"
"You'll break your brother's heart if you kill me," reasoned Sirius.
Vector laughed. "I said it was poison but I never mentioned it having the ability to kill. The most damage it has done was put a healthy man to the hospital for a month but he lived, thought he stopped drinking water after that."
"So to prove my love for Severus, I have to drink this poison that could incapacitate me for a month?" said Sirius.
"You should be stronger than that man," said Vector. "I have a busy schedule so drink up."
"Cheers," Sirius said sarcastically.
He drained the vial in one swig and waited for the pain. One second, two second, and three seconds passes and nothing happened. Vector guffawed merrily.
"You're a funny person," said the businessman. "You really believed I would poison you. The best expression I've ever seen right before you drank it. My God, you are truly Severus' equal."
Sirius was scared. "So what did I drink?"
"Water, just plain water," said Vector.
Sirius was relieved. "You couldn't tell whether you were joking or not."
"Practice," said Vector.
"I'll keep that in mind," said Sirius. "Where did that doctor take Severus? He must be worried sick."
"Ah," said Vector. "They went to the Great Hall for lunch and talk about potions. They're both fanatics so I think he's forgotten about you."
"He might be but I'm glad I passed your interview," Sirius said, shaking the older man's hand.
"It is I who is glad you passed," said Vector. "My baby brother isn't getting any younger or nicer and he should have someone that can make him happy."
"I'm your man for the job," said Sirius.
"I know you'll do well," said Vector. "But as a warning, if you hurt him, physically or emotionally, there won't be enough of you to fit a ring box. You understand what I'm saying?"
"Absolutely," said Sirius. "Let's go to the Great Hall."
"Yes, let's go," said Vector.
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A.N. - Will Hogsmeade remain unscathed with Loki on the loose? Stay tuned for more idiocy in the next chapter!
First time attempting to write a Harry Potter fic so be kind and R&R. And no one beta-ed this so don't mind my grammar mistakes.
Warning: This will be SLASH! Meaning 2 guys in THAT kind of relationship!
Spoilers: Books 1-4, ignore 5
Pairings: Main - Severus/Sirius Others - Harry/Kazuki and Leo/Draco
Languages:
"blah blah blah" - English
'blah blah blah' - Japanese
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18. Do you love him?
(Posted 02/07/04 - Saturday)
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Classes and time spent outside classes with the transfer students were an eye-opener. They were labeled more eccentric than Dumbledore, interacting with all Houses, and telling them things no parents would want their children to hear. Each of them had their own personal fan-club, where members were assigned to stalk their mortal god. Moving on, there were outrageous rumors about the Potions Master and the DADA teacher and everyday new ones were formed because of the large amount of time they were spotted together. Thor understood that Severus and Sirius needed to spend quality time together and didn't ask them for help in his second class, though the young man couldn't stop himself from picturing the different scenario that could occur if his father comes.
"Snap out of it Bro," said Loki. "We empty-headed students need your guidance in learning how to protect ourselves from the big bad wizards."
"Class is in session and I told you before that if you disrespect me I would punish you accordingly," said Thor. "Run ten laps around the Great Hall."
"Yes Sir!" cried Loki. "Your wish is my command!"
He jumped up from the floor and began jogging.
"I didn't say jog," said Thor. "That doesn't look like running to me."
Loki increased his speed as the other students stared in amusement. "Did I ever tell you that you're a slave-driver?"
"Everyday," said Thor.
"Oh yea," Loki said thoughtfully as the class laughed.
Thor clapped his hands loudly. "Attention! I'll start today's class off while Mr. Snape runs. I'm glad you all came here in Muggle clothes like I had asked because we're going to learn the first thing you have to perfect before proceeding onto something more difficult. Does anyone have any idea what I'm talking about?"
Akira, Leo, and Kazuki raised their hands.
"Besides the Japanese students," clarified Thor.
The three teenagers lowered their arms. No one else knew what their Auror Training instructor was talking about so nobody volunteered.
"Any guesses?" asked Thor. "Just yell them out."
"Umm, learn how to defend maybe," Harry said uncertainly.
"That's good. Does anyone want to elaborate with the defending idea?" said Thor. "What about you Mr. Weasley?"
"We could learn to cast a shield," asked Ron. "I mean, knowing how to attack your enemy is good and everything but a person should know how to protect himself and the people around because safety should always come first."
"Good, good," commented Thor. "Who else has something to say? Mr. Malfoy."
"I think the first thing a person should learn before offense and defense is the right way of falling," said Draco.
The class was confused as Thor nodded in agreement.
"Explain why to the class," said Thor.
"When you get hit and fall down, being able to get back on your feet in the fastest and safest way possible is vital," Draco said, shifting closer to Leo as he noticed people were actually listening to him speak. "If you fell down wrong and can't get up because you twisted, sprained, or broken something, then you become a burden."
"That's exactly why we're learning to fall correctly today," said Thor. "I award five points to Slytherin."
Draco smiled smugly.
"Falling is a one person exercise so I won't be pairing you guys up," said Thor. "I want you all to spread out with a lot of space between you and the next person. And Loki, you're going to be the example."
"Sure thing," Loki said, completing his tenth lap and walking to his brother without breaking a sweat. "This falling thing is a cinch."
"Then you should be happy to know that you're going to be my helper for the rest of the school year," Thor said, then checking the positions of the students.
Loki groaned. "I'm not a cat so I don't have nine lives for you to play with."
"You've survive my training before," said Thor. "Ms. Chang, you shouldn't have chosen to stand between Mr. Potter and Mr. Shimizu. Why don't you go to the back?"
Cho gave Kazuki a dirty look, which was met with no reaction.
'That girl should be hung naked from the tallest tower,' said Loki. 'And I know the Astronomy Tower is the highest and it has the best view of the grounds. She could entertain herself until someone saves her.'
'Loki, that's not funny,' Thor said warningly.
'Yes it is,' said Leo. 'I wouldn't mind getting Colin to take pictures.'
'Didn't you do the same thing to a bully a few years back?" said Akira.
'Yup,' said Loki.
'You don't have to do anything for me since I can handle her myself,' said Kazuki. 'She's no match for me.'
'I know but that doesn't lessen my anger towards her,' said Loki. 'She could try every sleazy way but she would never have Harry because he likes you.'
'You're being delusional again,' said Kazuki.
'I think you're the delusional one,' said Loki. 'It's so obvious.'
Thor clapped his hands again. "Refrain from speaking Japanese while in my class."
"Yes Sir," said Loki. "You want me to fall now?"
At Thor's signal, Loki pitched head-first to the ground as gravity took over. In the last second, he moved his hands in front of his chest, slapped the floor with a resounding noise, and rolled to his feet.
"Did everyone see what he did?" asked Thor.
Several students shook their heads.
"It was too fast," said Cho.
Loki sighed at her stupidity. "That's what Draco said earlier. The faster you regain your balance, the better chance you have to beat your opponent."
"Do it again," ordered Thor. "Bring your speed down by half."
"That's like being a snail," complained Loki.
"Do it," said Thor.
"Yea, yea, yea," said Loki. "I'm just a tool for you, O Brother of Mine."
"Yes you are," said Thor.
The pouting teen repeated the fall at a slower pace but still, some didn't see clearly. Thor was a perfectionist so he made Loki do the fall five more times until everyone had the actions imprinted in their minds.
"Now that the visuals are done, the practical part of the lesson starts," said Thor. "Well, what are you waiting for? All of you! Fall until I call your name. When I call your name, go sit on the platform because it means you've done the exercise correctly."
The Great Hall was filled with slapping sounds. Thor would give out advice if a student was doing it seriously wrong but it was mostly trial and error. The Japanese had their names called after one try while Harry and Draco got it right on their third try. Ron, Blaise, Theodore, and Hermione managed to do it on their fifth. By the time the class was dismissed, only three fourths of the class had their names called.
"We'll continue in our next class," said Thor. "By the way, I'll be a chaperone on the upcoming Hogsmeade weekend. Those who are coming have to be at the entrance hall by eleven. One minute after and you can't come."
"But it's a Saturday," whined Loki. "I can't even wake up at eleven."
Thor gave him a pointed look. "Then have one of your friends do it."
"I sleep at eleven," said Leo. "You can't count on me."
"I have a Go event to attend this weekend," said Akira. "I'm leaving when class ends on Friday."
"I also have an urgent matter to attend to," said Kazuki. "I'm sorry."
"We're Gryffindors," said Harry, Ron, and Colin.
"We girls aren't allowed in boys' dormitory," said Hermione and Ginny.
Loki sighed. "It's not your fault."
"Umm, I can wake you if you like," said Theodore. "I'm an early-riser."
"You're a real pal Theo," Loki said, swinging a friendly arm around the slim boy's shoulder. "But I'm going to need more than one person to wake me up."
"Hey, you haven't even asked me yet," said Draco.
"Do I smell jealousy Jr.?" said Loki. "You can't be so selfish. You already have Leo."
"Excuse me?" said Draco.
Leo hit Loki up-side his head. "Watch your mouth."
"Ouch!" Loki said, rubbing his new bump indignantly. "You hit too hard."
"I think he's still angry at you for turning off the hot water when he was showering," whispered Draco. "Or maybe it's that time you magic-ed his clothes into hot pink in our History of Magic class. Or it could be last night at dinner where you dumped an ice cube down his pants."
"Blah, he's not the type for grudges," said Loki.
"Who says," said Leo.
"Me, your God!" said Loki.
"Children please," Thor said, feeling the beginning of a migraine. "Go back to your dorms and clean up for dinner."
"Yes Sir," Loki said, saluting his brother. "On your mark, get set, GO!"
He sprinted out of the Great Hall. The Slytherins were still unused to the Snape's crazy behavior but they're improving. Instead of standing dumbly, they returned to the dungeons.
"Hogsmeade is not going to survive the whirlwind named Loki," thought Thor. "At least there isn't that many Hogsmeade weekends."
Before you know it, it was Saturday. Thor and McGonagall were the teachers assigned for this trip because they picked the short straws. Depending on how close you were to Loki and his friends, you wouldn't be startled at seeing them at the entrance hall. Leo was leaning against the wall, carrying his laptop, and dozing. Loki was laying the floor, spread-eagle, with a yellow messenger bag. Draco was telling Theodore stories about living with the Japanese to pass time.
"Good morning," Harry said as the other Gryffindors stared in shock.
"Morning Lightning," Loki said, lifting a hand in greeting. "Morning Red, Hermes, Ginger, Flash."
In response, Ron, Hermione, Ginny, and Colin said their good mornings. In fifteen minutes, all the people who want to go to Hogsmeade showed up. When Thor announced they were leaving, Loki shook Leo violently to wake him and received another whack on the head. Down in Severus' quarters, two adults were preparing for their date.
"I've changed my mind," Severus said, sitting next to Sirius on the couch.
"What?" Sirius said.
"Hogsmeade is too open," said Severus. "I'm still being watched and tested for my loyalty to the Dark Lord. You could be used against me if they find out our relationship."
"You're being paranoid," Sirius said, hugging his boyfriend. "Hey, your hair's not greasy."
"Shut up, being paranoid has saved my life more times than I can remember," said Severus. "And my hair was never greasy when we were living on Privet Drive."
"I know but that was because Loki forced you into taking care of yourself," said Sirius. "So if we're not going to Hogsmeade, we could do something else right here."
"You have a dirty mind," said Severus.
Sirius kissed Severus on the temple. "That's because you're too hot."
"HELLO!"
The door opened and Vector barged in, smiling evilly. Severus leaped from Sirius arms to the far side of the couch before the DADA professor could register who came in. When he did, his face turned white. Ami was laughing at the scene as she invited herself to the room.
"Vector!" exclaimed Severus. "What are you doing here?"
"To see you of course," said Vector. "I got the most interesting letter from the silly boy and I wanted to speak to you about it."
"Err, Loki wrote you a letter?" asked Severus. "What was in the letter?"
"I think you know better than I do," said Vector. "Ami, take my brother away, would you? I need to have a few words with Mr. Black, alone."
"What are you planning to do Vector?" said Severus.
"Come on," said Ami. "You'll make it worse by staying here."
"But Doctor," said Severus.
"Your darling will be fine," said Ami. "Have a little trust in him."
Sirius gave Severus a shaky smile as the Potions Master was led out of his rooms to upstairs. Vector was still smiling in the same manner as he sat down.
"We'll make this short because Sev is a worrywart," said Vector. "Do you love him?"
"Yes, more than life itself," Sirius said immediately.
Vector's smile grew more sinister. "That was what I was hoping you would say. Here."
Sirius caught a small vial. The liquid inside was watery and colorless.
"What's this?" Sirius asked, uncorking it and taking an experimental sniff. "It's odorless too."
"It's a hazardous poison I created for the Ministry when I was younger," answered Vector, entwining his fingers and resting his chin on top. "Like you've notice, it has no color, no smell, and also non-detectable in a person's system."
Sirius held the vial away from him. "Why are you carrying this on you? I mean, why are you giving this to me?"
"I want you to drink it," said Vector.
"WHAT? ARE YOU INSANE?" screamed Sirius.
"By refusing, you're telling me you don't really love my baby brother more than life itself," said Vector. "It's sad. Do you know what I do to people like you who would lie to gain something, like my baby brother's heart for example?"
"You'll break your brother's heart if you kill me," reasoned Sirius.
Vector laughed. "I said it was poison but I never mentioned it having the ability to kill. The most damage it has done was put a healthy man to the hospital for a month but he lived, thought he stopped drinking water after that."
"So to prove my love for Severus, I have to drink this poison that could incapacitate me for a month?" said Sirius.
"You should be stronger than that man," said Vector. "I have a busy schedule so drink up."
"Cheers," Sirius said sarcastically.
He drained the vial in one swig and waited for the pain. One second, two second, and three seconds passes and nothing happened. Vector guffawed merrily.
"You're a funny person," said the businessman. "You really believed I would poison you. The best expression I've ever seen right before you drank it. My God, you are truly Severus' equal."
Sirius was scared. "So what did I drink?"
"Water, just plain water," said Vector.
Sirius was relieved. "You couldn't tell whether you were joking or not."
"Practice," said Vector.
"I'll keep that in mind," said Sirius. "Where did that doctor take Severus? He must be worried sick."
"Ah," said Vector. "They went to the Great Hall for lunch and talk about potions. They're both fanatics so I think he's forgotten about you."
"He might be but I'm glad I passed your interview," Sirius said, shaking the older man's hand.
"It is I who is glad you passed," said Vector. "My baby brother isn't getting any younger or nicer and he should have someone that can make him happy."
"I'm your man for the job," said Sirius.
"I know you'll do well," said Vector. "But as a warning, if you hurt him, physically or emotionally, there won't be enough of you to fit a ring box. You understand what I'm saying?"
"Absolutely," said Sirius. "Let's go to the Great Hall."
"Yes, let's go," said Vector.
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A.N. - Will Hogsmeade remain unscathed with Loki on the loose? Stay tuned for more idiocy in the next chapter!