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After Dumbledore and Harry said their polite good-byes to Sarah and began walking towards the castle, Draco remained behind with Snape struggling not to look disappointed and terribly stressed, but it was obvious that he was exhausted for the effort of the killing curse and for the events that took place after their victory, and that tiredness was reflected in his silver eyes. He really didn't want to think about his future wedding or his future at all, somehow he knew that this was not the time not the place to do such thing. He saw Severus Snape approaching him slowly, the Potions Master was a very important person in Draco's life, almost a second father to him, always there to support him whenever he needed him most, so it was not a surprise to see him coming.
"It's not that bad my boy you know, in fact this is a great opportunity for you, you won't have to remain at Sarah's side but you won't miss the opportunity to be trained by her, as she already told you she'll help to develop all your potential until you become the most powerful wizard" Severu's voice sounded as excited as it could be and it was obvious that the Potions Master was proud of Draco.
But for Draco the future couldn't be darker. He was going to marry the woman that broke his heart once, the woman who chose to be with his worst enemy despite the fact that she once promised to love Draco forever, the woman that surly would blame him for Potter's departure and who would hate him forever for that alone. He was going to marry the woman who betrayed him. Draco wasn't worried about his future obligations and position into the Wizarding World, he knew that no matter his father's fate, Draco was right now the Lord of Malfoy Manor and all its wealth. He also knew that due to the fact that he helped to defeat The Dark Lord, he was going to be treated like a hero and be respected, hated, resented and courted by all, the way the Malfoys always were and for that sole reason he got to put a mask of pride and coolness on himself. The very name Malfoy commanded respect, conjured images of endless money and influence. He knew that it would take all his strength to marry the Weasley girl in spite of her family's opposition and that he would make it look as a marriage for love in front of the public eye, no matter the cost.
"You know Severus, this is going to be hard, but I expect you to be with me as you have always been. I know I can do it, continue with my life as usually I mean, but is going to take some time, especially with that girl as my wife" he said with a great amount of distaste.
"I know Draco, I will be there and you know that. As for your father… I didn't kill him. I know you saw us dueling and it was clear that we were not going to hurt each other, so Dumbledore will take care of him personally, he promised me that he wouldn't allow the Ministry to put a hand on him. Surely he will go away with the promise of never return to England, but knowing him as you and I know him… you know what to expect"
Of course Draco knew what to expect from his father in a situation like this, surely Lucius would kill himself at the first opportunity after he spoke with Draco. It hurt to know that as a fact, but deep inside Draco knew that it was for the best. Lucius certainly wouldn't be able to survive the public humiliation of being sent to jail, and Draco didn't want to see his father imprisoned, no matter what, Draco cared for his father.
"I don't want to talk about my father's faith Severus, I will deal with that later so lets go, I think we are expected and I'm dying to see my fiancée's face when she finds out about our engagement. I swear I will make Potter pay for what he has just done tonight." His features were darkened with the hatred he felt for Harry Potter, while working together they seemed to manage a certain degree of understanding, they were very effective together and as team they were the best. Nonetheless, Draco never stopped hating The Boy Who Lived, especially after stealing Ginny from him. And tonight Potter decided that Ginny Weasley was something that can be put aside and handed to whomever could claim her, in this case Draco Malfoy. Potter had assumed that Draco still wanted Ginny back when in reality since the night she left she was dead to him.
He remembered the first time Draco saw Ginny after she left him, how desperate she had been to make him talk to her and how determined he was to not acknowledge her presence. Potter took her to a meeting of the resistance and she never looked at Draco, not even once she spoke in the meeting, just after Draco left the room positively enraged, she ran after him telling Potter a stupid excuse.
(Flashback)
"Draco please, can we talk?" Ginny's voice came to Draco's ears soft and so sad that he almost stop his furious walking… almost. Ginny ran behind him. "I know you're mad at me, but let me explain my motives Draco" He kept walking not even glancing at her, but she was really stubborn "You can't pretend that you're not listening to me, let me give you an explanation love" Draco's patience was almost over and he didn't want to yell at her, he didn't want to show her any emotion anymore.
"Sod of Weasel" Draco growled and he kept walking towards the exit. How could she call him "love" when she betrayed him just weeks ago? The nerve of that woman!
"You are right at being mad at me, but just listen to me" he was determined to not explode right then, no matter what Ginny did… until "Draco I love you! Please listen to me!" That was it. In a mere second Ginny was pinned down against the wall with a very enraged Draco above her, holding her by her wrists and breathing heavily above her.
"Listen to me Weasley, don't you ever say those words to me again! Save them for your precious Potter or for whomever that could believe you, I'm through with you" In spite of his wrath, Draco's voice was nothing but a controlled whisper, he could see the fear in Ginny's eyes, but this time he was sure that he was not going to regret scaring Ginny Weasley. His perfect and muscular body was pressed against the little form of Ginny and he could sense her tremble, his body instinctly recognizing Ginny's body and his mind fighting that recognition.
"Listen to me carefully little one because I won't say this again, you made your decision days ago, you chose Potter over me and I don't blame you" Draco's look was cynical, "And I don't want you near me, I don't want to hear your pathetic excuses, I don't want to see trying to convince yourself that you made the right decision, am I clear Weasel? Unless… unless you are expecting to have some fun with me , if you want me to remind you of the nights that you were screaming my name" his voice was seductive, but a hint of hatred was detectable in it.
"Don't you dare to treat me like one of your whores Draco Malfoy!" came the indignant answer from Ginny.
"What's the difference Weasel?" Ginny tried to free herself from Draco, but her struggle was useless he was obviously stronger than she and he was enraged "Since the night you decided to be Potter's woman…"
"I'm not his woman!" Ginny interrupted him, tears rolling down her cheeks "I'm only yours" she sobbed.
"Don't make laugh Weasel!" Ginny was sobbing, it was clear that she was suffering and at that point Draco wanted nothing more but to cradle her in his strong arms and console her, it took all his strength to remain calm an collected, but he had had enough "I don' want to see you again Ginevra and I'm serious, go back to Potter and your perfect life, forget that once I made the mistake of loving you and be assured that I'm trying to fix said mistake, so, don't humiliate yourself running after me little one I can't stand your presence"
(End of flashback)
It was time for revenge, revenge against Potter and Ginny.
Sarah approach him, placing a quick kiss in his cheek surprising Draco "I know you're not happy with this marriage Draco, but it's necessary and you will see it in time. I'll see you in two weeks in your wedding, then we will arrange your training young one" Sarah began walking away "Severus, please take care of him. And Draco, thank you for not questioning my reasons for this marriage"
"I sword you loyalty my Lady, and I intend to keep that promise no matter what you ask from me. I'll see you in my wedding" She nodded and suddenly disappeared from view. Draco looked at Severus and without any word they began walking towards the castle, they didn't need any words between them to reach an understanding.
They arrived at the castle's gates where Dumbledore and Harry stood surrounded by a crowd. Apparently Dumbledore had just announced the defeat of Lord Voldemort and was announcing the news of the compromise with Sarah cause everyone went suddenly silent. The change in Draco's demeanor was outstanding, all of a sudden he recovered his arrogant stand and his distinct smirk was set on his face, his silver eyes got a glow that they didn't have minutes ago as he was approaching the crowd.
Harry was holding a very anguished Ginny in his arms, Ron was slightly injured and was being held by Hermione but his fury at the arrangement was evident, he was not taking kindly his sister's marriage with Malfoy. They hadn't notice Draco and the Potions Master approaching them, so they were surprised to hear Malfoy's voice thundering.
"Potter, get your bloody hands of my fiancée" Draco was more than satisfied to see Potter's and Ginny's faces at his words. To back up his words, he took Ginny's arms and put her beside him with a malevolent smile "Hello sweetheart, glad to see me?" He didn't let Ginny answer him as he addressed to Potter "I told you Scar Head that this was not going to be pleasant to watch, and I warn you, I don't want to see you close to my property, as much as I don't like it she's mine and you are responsible of that, so don't get close to her, I don't share Potty"
Harry was about to say something, to jump at Draco's throat but Dumbledore restrained him.
"Well my sweet Ginevra, it seems that faith will never be kind with you. I assume that the Headmaster has already told you that our happy marriage will take place in two weeks"
"Two weeks? He never said when it would take place" Ginny's voice was trembling.
"Well, be informed then that in two weeks you'll be my wife" Draco said with all the disdain he could manage "So I forbid you to get near Potter Weasel, we will discuss the details of my weeding later"
"Your wedding Draco? Your mean our wedding don't you" Ginny's temper was beginning to rise.
"I know what I said Weasel, and I know I said MY wedding, so don't argue with me, I won't allow it, as I already told you we will se the details later and I will inform what I expect from the woman that is going to be my bride" he held Ginny's waist with one hand and whispered in her ear "You put into hell Ginevra, it's time to pay"¨
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A/N: I just reposted chapters 1 and 2, so please read them again. And please, please don't forget to review.LiitleLovelyGirl: I assure you that Draco won't be alone for a long time, but he can be stubborn sometimes. Thanks for reviewing