Chapter 13: Fairies and Dragons
Without the help of the Marauder's Map, Harry and Ron decided not to risk sneaking into Hogsmeade. But luck was on their side. Somehow they convinced McGonagall to take them on a Hogsmeade trip before Christmas.
Harry and Ron planned on going alone but Storm and Hermione had different plans for them. As soon as they entered the main corridor and spotted Malfoy standing with the two girls, they knew something was up.
"Hello boys," Storm said sweetly offering her best 'you-can't-resist-me' smile. "Hermione and I were just talking and thought that it would be really nice if you took Draco along with you."
"WHAT!" All three boys exclaimed in unison.
"It would give you guys some time to get to know each other." Storm went on, walking up to Harry. "You know, to settle your guy's differences." She lightly touched his arm and smiled. "Even if it's just till after Christmas. We wouldn't want to fight over Christmas would we?"
Harry was at lost for words. She was way to close. So he merely nodded his head.
"Good," Storm purred. "Thank you so much Harry. An remember, no fighting."
Storm gave the three boys on last dazzling smile while Hermione just laughed at how easily Storm manipulated them. The girls just turned and walked towards the doors, leaving the boys to watch them.
"That was mean Storm."
"Mean but funny." And they both laughed.
Later
"I cannot believe you got that much stuff!" Hermione laughed. "I bet you are that stores number one customer now."
"I have never had anyone to buy for before. It is kind of fun," Storm said cheerfully. "I hope the guys like what I got them."
"Storm, anything coming from you they'll love. They're all hopelessly infatuated with you."
"Except for Draco of course," Storm said matter-of-factly.
"Okay, well, let's have a change of subject." Storm laughed at Hermione's face. "What do you plan on doing after graduation?"
"Oh come on Hermione, we have plenty of time to worry about that."
"Graduation is coming faster than you think. You have to think…"
"Please stop the lecture. Live life by the moment, Hermione. Grab the bull by the horns. Have fun. Come on, it's Christmas, lighten up," Storm laughed.
Together the two girls took their purchases up to their dorms. Both anticipating Christmas. Both were abuzz with the excitement of the following day.
"Merry Christmas everyone," Hermione said cheerfully as she and Storm entered the common room.
"It's too early to be cheerful Hermione," Storm groggily said, scratching her bed hair. She still remained in her pajamas.
"Good morning Storm," Harry said, "you are looking good." Harry smiled at her but she only offered him a glare in return.
She curled up on the couch in a tight ball and tried to go back to sleep but found someone shoving a box in her hands. She started swatting at the mystery person while her eyes remained closed. "Go away," she mumbled.
"Come on Storm," Harry said, "we're going to open presents."
She opened one eye to look at him. "Can't we do this in another, oh…three hours?"
Harry laughed and sat down next to her and put an arm around her shoulders. With little ease, he turned her to face him. "We always do this in the morning," he said sweetly.
"Fine, I'll try to be happy. How's this?" Storm asked and gave him her biggest fake smile.
Harry merely laughed. "Perfect." Then he looked around to make sure no one was watching. "Here, I got you this." Harry handed her a black velvet box with a small silver bow.
Storm smiled at him and opened the box. What was inside made her gasp. It was a silver necklace with a silver fairy pendant on it. In it's hands, it held a crystal orb.
"The orb will glow when there's trouble around."
"Thank you Harry. This is one of the best gifts I've ever been given," Storm said with honesty.
While Harry helped fasten the necklace around Storm's throat, Hermione stared at a black velvet box of her own. Inside laid a diamond dragon. It had rubies for eyes and green and silver wings. Although the box had no markings, she knew who it was from.
After all the gifts were opened, they headed on down to the Great Hall. Storm still remained in her pajamas, which earned her some stares.
Draco sat by himself and Storm automatically beckoned for him. He came over and Storm hugged him. Hermione stood there and finally worked up enough courage to give him a hug.
"Thank you," she whispered in his ear.
"You're welcome," he answered back and softly kissed her cheek. "Merry Christmas."
A/N
So how do you guys like the gifts? I hope you did…anywho, the next chapter Snape makes a VERY big mistake. Let's just say, you shouldn't piss off Storm. Please Review!
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