A/N: For Rosie, because she asked for it.

Disclaimer: Not mine. Also not for profit, interestingly enough.

What the Hat Told You

Riddle, Tom

By Seereth

Tom put the hat over his eyes a little nervously, not quite certain what to expect.

Oh, he knew where he'd be placed. That wasn't a problem.

Well, said the hat's dry, dry voice. Well.

Yes? said Tom defensively.

I just wonder, and I wonder with many people, if I should tell them more than your House. For obvious reasons.

Tom didn't say anything, and the hat seemed to find this response…appropriate.

I've never done it, it added. You can rest easy now, if you were worried.

I wasn't, Tom said, trying to sound confident.

Good for you. SLYTHERIN!