Captivation
Warning: Sexual content in this chapter.
Chapter 18: Retribution
The next morning Harry was woken up by an eager Ron. Although he wanted to enjoy the festivities of the holiday, he still felt a pang in his chest when he thought about Draco. He desperately wanted to go see if the blond was back at the school and try to work things out but Hermione had been right—he had to wait for Draco this time. He hoped the blond truly had feelings for him. Hopefully, Draco had gotten his presents already. Harry remembered he only attached a simple card to the two presents he sent the blond:
Merry Christmas, Draco.
Take Care,
Harry
It hurt to think that Draco was spending the holidays alone, but he hadn't come back. And Harry didn't blame him. He knew it was because he had gotten upset, but Harry was still angry that he seemed to be the one trying so hard to make things work between them. He bet anything Draco just let him because if the blond had helped then he would've had to give up his whole family and his attitude and admit he had feelings for Harry. That was probably going to be the hardest thing for Draco to do. If the blond cared for him—truly cared for him—he would come back to him.
Harry followed Ron downstairs to the sitting area where Hermione, Ginny, Bill, Charlie, Molly and Arthur were. Hermione had slept over and Remus and Tonks were coming over to open gifts with them. The piles had already been separated and Harry saw his next to Ron's. As they waited for Remus and Nymphadora to come, Harry looked through his gifts. He felt another pang in his chest when he realized that Draco hadn't left anything for him. Then again, Harry reminded himself that if the blond had been carrying it he had left too quickly to give it to him. He tried to keep his thoughts positive—that when he got back to school Draco would have cooled off and would come to him with an apology.
It didn't take long for Remus and Nymphadora to come. Harry had to smile at the short red and green sparkly hair Nymphadora had morphed onto herself. Harry thought they were a cute couple. And being since Nymphadora was Sirius' cousin, she had probably helped Remus get through another of his best friend's death. Harry hated keeping something from the older man, especially since Remus was just as important to him as Sirius had been. So as Ginny began opening her presents (since the youngest always went first as tradition), Harry walked over and sat by Remus.
The older man turned and smiled at him, placing his hand on Harry's head. Everyone else was distracted by watching Ginny, so Harry decided it was time to tell him.
"Remus, there's something I have to tell you," Harry said quietly.
Remus blinked down at him in concern. "What is it?"
"You know Lucas? Well…he and I are really just friends. You see…I couldn't bring my actual boyfriend because, well…you all wouldn't approve," Harry said, casting his eyes downward.
Remus shook his head and put his hand back on his head. "Harry, you don't have to be ashamed of anyone. We all trust your judgment."
Harry glanced up at him nervously. "Even if my boyfriend was Draco Malfoy?"
Remus dropped his hand from Harry's head in surprise, nearly dropping the cup of tea in his other hand.
"Harry…wait, Draco Malfoy?"
"I knew you wouldn't approve," Harry said glumly. "I know no body thinks he can be nice, but he can. And he was to me."
"Harry, I didn't lie about trusting your judgment, but you still have to be careful. Don't let love or desire blind you; it's nice to feel a connection, but you have to remember the sort of family he comes from," Remus said softly.
"I know, but he's not like his family, Remus. He doesn't have the dark mark, and he was forced into it by his father, whom he doesn't like. And he was a really good boyfriend," Harry said, furrowing his eyebrows sadly.
Remus blinked. "Was? Do you mean you broke up with him?"
Harry sighed as Molly squealed in delight at the beautiful dress Hermione got Ginny. "Not exactly. You see…my real friend Lucas couldn't come to pretend to be my boyfriend. So, Draco did…with Polyjuice potion…"
"Poly…Harry, that stuff is illegal," Remus said, lowering his voice.
"But he did it for me!" Harry exclaimed. "I wanted to spend the holidays with him and no body would've treated him nicely! They all would've thought he put me under a love potion, which isn't true! And he disguised himself for me…so we could be together. But, he got upset when everyone started talking about him negatively at dinner and I don't blame him. Now, I just don't know if he'll come back or not…I mean, it took me so long to get past his defenses, Remus. And once you do, you see he has a good heart. He just grew up in a dark, unloving family. I bet he never even had a true friend before me."
"You really like him, don't you?" Remus sighed, stirring his tea.
Harry nodded. "Yeah…I know he's a good person. Remember, I'm partially a Legilmen, so I can sense it. He doesn't want to hurt me and he even agreed to be my boyfriend. I know he has some feeling for me, but whether or not he truly cares about me I'm not sure. Hermione told me to wait for him to come to me."
Remus nodded slowly. "Yes, that would be the thing to do. I wish I could say I completely believe you about him, but until I see it…"
"I know. One day soon you can meet the real Draco, if he comes back," Harry shrugged.
"Harry, come on!" Hermione exclaimed, waving him over.
Smiling reluctantly, Harry went over to join his friends. The three of them began opening presents at once. Harry got many great gifts and he temporarily forgot about his worries concerning Draco. As he ate truffle cake with raspberry syrup and drank hot pumpkin-spice, he began enjoying the holidays. Once the presents were finished, however, his thoughts strayed to the blond again and he wanted so desperately to go get him or to make sure he was alright. He held back the urge and managed to have a fairly good time, despite his concern, up to the Christmas dinner. Harry played some games afterward, but decided to go to bed early. He said goodbye to Remus and Tonks and the older man promised to check up on him by owl. Harry could tell Remus was concerned about his choice for a boyfriend, but he didn't say anything more about it.
The next morning, Harry said his goodbyes to his friends and took the train back to school. He got there in time for the end of breakfast and he went to his first class. Draco wasn't there and Harry's chest immediately tightened. He was so afraid maybe the blond had gone back to his parents. Had he been so upset that he completely closed up again and went to make a deal with his mom? Harry was nervous and upset that he could hardly eat at lunch or even dinner when he didn't see the blond at either.
His heart was beating so furiously and his stomach was queasy with anxiety as he raced to Quidditch practice early (since their last match was that evening). Harry reached the field and began desperately searching for the blond. If Draco wasn't at practice then perhaps the blond had left the school entirely. As Harry literally felt his stomach churn violently, he turned to see a head a familiar blond hair. He couldn't describe the relief that flooded through him, easing the nausea in his stomach.
Draco walked up onto the field and Harry averted his eyes. Now that he was sure Draco hadn't left, it was up to him to remain passive and let the blond come to him. And if he didn't…well, Harry didn't know what to do if that were to happen. Both Hermione and Remus would most likely suggest he move on, but that wouldn't be easy at all.
"Alright team, our final match is here!" Captain Murdoch said, smiling at them. "I think you're all ready. I know we had the two day holiday where we didn't get to practice much, but we have an hour until the Indonesian team gets here. So let's run through our strategy a couple more times."
She blew her whistle and everyone soared into the air. It was difficult, but Harry managed to keep his eyes from straying to Draco. They went through their techniques and Harry forced himself to focus. When the Indonesian school's team came, Harry let his mind-set go straight into the game. Unfortunately, the other team's techniques were quite unexpected. The team's Seeker just about won the game in the first ten minutes. If Harry hadn't had a fast broom (or if he hadn't used a technique he learned from the Japanese team) he wouldn't have been able to spin his broom and scare the snitch off.
And with his thoughts on the blond and if he would come to him at all, it was difficult to concentrate on the game. One of the other team's beaters caught sight of him heading to the snitch later and somehow made the bludger whack right into one of the goalposts and bounce off. Harry was so focused on slipping his fingers around the snitch that he didn't see it coming until it was only ten feet away. Harry's eyes widened and he somehow, out of luck, wheeled his broom around. The end of the broom caught the bludger and pelted it in another direction.
Sighing with relief, Harry turned his head around and saw that Draco was looking in his direction. The blond, however, turned back to the game and began chasing after the other team's Chaser. Harry got even more determined as the game went on. Harry and the Indonesian team's Seeker dove for the snitch at the same time and unfortunately the other Seeker was closer to it.
Harry glanced out of the corner of his eye and saw Liam whack a bludger at the other team's Seeker. The other Seeker heard it pelting toward him and rose up just a bit to miss it and that gave Harry enough time to swoop in and snatch the snitch. The Indonesian team's Seeker was so close since he had reached out a split second after raising up to miss the bludger and his hand caught Harry's, but already he had gotten the snitch first.
The second they won, Harry breathed out heavily. It had been challenging but they had won the third game for the semester, which meant a small trophy and a huge party. From what he learned, if they won a trophy each semester, by the end of the year they'd get a much bigger trophy. And since they had been winning almost two years straight, if they won for the next three years while Harry was there, the school would get rewarded a humungous glittering trophy (which was what Niall desperately was hoping for). The party was to be the next night starting right at dinner and probably going pretty late.
After the game and shaking hands with the Indonesian team, Harry searched out for Draco, hoping the other boy would talk to him or initiate something, but he couldn't find him. He even went in to take a shower and he wasn't there. By the time he got back in his room and slumped on his bed he was feeling rather down. Perhaps Draco had decided that their relationship wasn't worth it. Maybe the blond really thought it had just been a fling. All these doubts swirled in his mind, making it very difficult for him to sleep.
By next morning, Harry went to class per usual to see that Draco was there this time. Harry made sure to watch the professor at all times, even though he desperately wanted to know if the blond was ever going to speak to him again. Harry hung out with Lucas and told him about what happened and the other boy also suggested he just wait it out. If Draco really liked him, he would come to him.
Harry dressed up a bit for the celebration. He went with Lucas, meeting Tavis and the others in the dining hall. Niall had most of the dining tables removed, but left a couple for food, drinks and sweets. There was pumpkin-spice punch, some sort of blue punch (that Harry could've sworn gurgled at him), regular butterbeer. Then there was a table full of crisp, fried meat, fried noodles and other things. The dessert table was a big hit as well, especially with the chocolate-frog crisps, which were like the chocolate frog candies only frozen after being dipped in a sweet sauce.
Despite the cheerful atmosphere with the dancing, eating and celebrating their Quidditch semester victory, Harry sat down on one of the plush couches and watched everyone dance. Lucas came over once to ask him to join in, but he knew Harry was feeling down about Draco.
"I'm alright, really," Harry protested with a reluctantly smile.
Lucas gave him a contemplative look and then bent down to give him a brief hug. "Hey, if it doesn't work out I'll take you out for ice cream or something to cheer you up."
"Thanks," Harry said sincerely. "Oh Lucas?"
The other boy sat down next to him. "What is it?"
"I want you meet someone—a very special lady friend of mine," Harry said gently. "She recently broke up with her last boyfriend, who was her good friend too, but she's looking forward to meeting you."
Lucas raised his eyebrows. "Really? And you've known her for a while?"
"Ever since we were eleven. She's a sweetheart, like you, she's brilliant and she wants to study sorcery. Plus, she's very pretty and I think you two might get along great. Of course, nothing is guaranteed, but at least meet her."
Lucas laughed softly. "Alright, Harry since you're so eager. Is there a certain time?"
"I'll owl Hermione and see if she's free this weekend. Then we can all go to Hogsmeade or something and I'll let you two get to know each other," Harry said, tilting his head a bit. "What do you think?"
"Sounds good. I'm not doing anything this weekend. And you're sure you don't want to dance?"
Harry nodded. "I'm sure. Go have fun and I'll let you know if we're on for sure this weekend."
"Okay, Harry."
Lucas stared at him briefly with concern before giving him a small smile and joining the others in dancing. Harry slumped back against the couch and sighed, taking a sip of the blue punch he had. After all that time he spent getting to know the real Draco, opening him up and realizing his feelings for the blond, in just one night it had all been ruined. Harry stared at the people dancing, watching as Tavis dragged Lucas onto the dance floor when no one else would dance with him for the next song. He wanted to join in and he wanted to have fun, but he couldn't.
He turned his head and gazed around the room, searching for a familiar blond. When he didn't see him, Harry took a gulp of his punch and leaned his elbow on the armrest. He saw Captain Muroch and Niall talking and suddenly Niall bowed and held out her hand. He was intrigued by it, watching as Niall led her out to dance that he didn't feel the couch move right away. Someone sat down and Harry didn't turn right away. Looking out on the dance floor he saw that Lucas had disappeared. Sighing, Harry figured Lucas was still concerned about him so he turned to the other boy.
Harry blinked, finding it hard to believe that it wasn't Lucas sitting next to him, but Draco. The blond was sitting at the other end of the couch watching the others dancing with a tired expression. Harry opened his mouth then quickly shut it. If Draco was going to come to him he had to let the other boy initiate it. He stirred his drink somewhat nervously, hoping that Draco wasn't the same cold, lonely boy like in the beginning of the school year. Draco shifted and Harry bit his lip, wondering what was going to happen.
"Here," the blond said suddenly.
Harry lifted up his head as Draco held something out to him. "What's this?"
"A Christmas gift," the blond said, turning away momentarily. "Since you got me something."
"Oh, right," Harry said, hoping that it wasn't just repayment.
Upon opening it, Harry found a gorgeous pendent (kind of like the one he had gotten Draco) only this one had a shimmering lightening bolt hanging from a silver chain. It was completely made out of emeralds, from what Harry could tell.
"Draco, this…it's beautiful," Harry said, awed. "But…I mean these aren't real emeralds are they?" he asked, turning to see the blond shrug.
Harry looked at him puzzled. "How did you afford this?"
Draco didn't answer right away and stared off at the people dancing. "I talked to Niall. You know, about the money situation. He told me my mother already paid for this year so at least you didn't have to pay anything; you won't have to pay for me anyway," he said as Harry glanced at him. "He made a deal with me. He got me a scholarship based on my skills thus far and also gave me a loan. The deal is that I pay him back each month after graduating and it won't be hard if I hopefully go straight onto a professional team. "
"Wow…," Harry said quietly. "That's really nice of him. I bet he doesn't do that for many students."
"No," Draco answered softly, still looking away. "He told me he thinks I have great talent and that it won't be hard for me to get onto a team. Plus, I think he felt sorry for me being disowned and all."
"Is that, erm, why you weren't in class the other day?" Harry asked curiously.
"Yeah, I was with Niall making the deal," Draco shrugged.
"Draco…you didn't have to use some of your scholarship money to repay me," Harry said quietly. "I love it, but it's too expensive."
"It wasn't," the blond said, turning to stare at him. "That was a family heirloom. It was given to me by my mother after graduating from Hogwarts. All I did was use a simple transfiguration spell to change the shape. Besides, your gifts were expensive."
Harry smiled. "Thank you, then."
Draco nodded wordlessly and averted his gaze once again. Harry slipped the chain around his neck and softly touched the pendent. It was smooth and the emeralds glistened even in the dim light. The fact that Draco gave him something passed down in his family made Harry's stomach flutter with hope. The two stared out in silence and Harry wanted to give the blond a kiss in thanks, but he wasn't sure if they were still together or if Draco wanted to continue their relationship.
The blond shifted again and Harry turned to him out of reaction. Draco continued to stare out ahead and Harry felt his shoulders sag a bit in disappointment. He glanced back at where Lucas was chatting with Nicholas and Lina (who apparently got together recently) as Tavis and Ambreen danced quite close together.
"Did you get in trouble when I left?" Draco asked unexpectedly.
Harry turned to him, grateful that he at least started talking. "No, I told them your grandpa was ill and you had to leave. Erm, you didn't…did you spend Christmas alone?"
Draco shrugged again. "I needed some time to myself—to think. I got some presents from my mom."
"You did?" Harry's eyes widened in surprise.
The blond turned to him and snorted. "Yeah, she's just trying to bribe me into coming back to her. So I sent the gifts back to show her I don't need her support or her controlling me any longer."
"Good for you," Harry said, smiling softly.
The blond gazed at him and Harry stared back into his unreadable silver orbs. Suddenly, Harry understood what he needed. It was so hard for Draco to initiate anything and just coming to him like that had been difficult. So Harry had to make an opening.
"Do you want to dance?" Harry asked suddenly.
Draco gazed at him surprised and shrugged. "I don't really like dancing."
"Oh come on," Harry said, grasping the other boy's arm gently. "It'll be fun."
He pulled on his arm softly and Draco reluctantly stood up. Harry managed to lead him out onto the dance floor with the other students who were dancing. Thankfully, it wasn't a slow song so Draco could relax and dance on his own but still nearby. Harry began to have fun, laughing at the way Tavis was trying to show off goofy moves to Ambreen. Draco was nearby him the whole time joining in reluctantly at first.
Once a slow song came on, however, Harry didn't want to make Draco nervous or uncomfortable so he asked him if he'd come with him to the drinks table. They walked over to the table.
"You know, this blue punch is pretty good. I just wish I knew what was in it," Harry said, eyeing it as it gurgled again. "Did you hear that?"
Draco nodded and eyed it. "I don't drink anything that makes noises."
Harry gave him an amused look. "Oh come on, just try some. You've eaten chocolate frogs before haven't you?"
The blond crinkled his nose at the drink, but he took Harry's cup and tried a sip. Then he shrugged after he handed it back.
"It's alright."
Harry just shook his head and smiled. "Okay, well what would you like?"
Before Draco could decide, however, one of the chocolate frog crisps made an escape and landed in one of the punch bowls, spraying droplets onto the blond.
"Damnit!" Draco cursed, glaring at the chocolate frog.
Harry couldn't help but smile in amusement as he grabbed some napkins. "Here, let me help you."
He approached the blond and with the napkin pressed a hand to his stomach. Draco glanced at him with an unreadable expression, but Harry tried not to lock their eyes as he began patting him dry. It was only when he passed over Draco's chest did he feel something beneath his shirt. Harry moved the collar aside a bit and saw that the blond was wearing a necklace. Without thinking, Harry reached out and gently pulled the chain upward. A familiar pendent glimmered in the light and Harry nearly gasped with both surprise and excitement as he saw Draco was wearing the pendent he bought for him.
Harry glanced up at him and Draco glanced down at the pendent. "It looks good on you."
He continued to wipe at the punch stains on the blond's silk shirt before he threw the wet napkins away. Draco would obviously have to use some magical detergent in order to get the stains out. The blond gazed at him and Harry tried not to let his urges get the better of him. They were only half a foot apart now.
"Oh, and it has a protection charm on it too," Harry said softly after a second's hesitation. "Of course it's not advanced or anything, but it'll help."
Draco was staring at him and Harry gazed up at him, feeling his heart pounding in his chest. Suddenly, the blond began to lean forward and Harry's heart nearly jolted out of his chest. He didn't move, however, he just let the blond initiate everything. To make it easier, Harry closed his eyes as Draco came within centimeters and soon their lips pressed together. Surprisingly, Draco reached up a hand around the back of Harry's neck and pulled him closer. Harry reacted by wrapping his arms around the blond's neck, relishing in the warm, tender kiss.
When they broke apart, Draco was looking a bit flushed and nervous. An upbeat song began playing and Harry smiled.
"Let's dance," he said, pulling Draco along.
The blond followed a bit reluctantly and they came out onto the dance floor into the crowd. Harry then pushed his back flush against Draco's body and grasped the boy's arms, winding them around his own waist. Then he began moving to the fast rhythm, crushed up against the blond's front. Draco began moving with him and soon the two of them became lost in the beat.
As the song played out and another one began, Harry rubbed himself up against the blond, moving his hips so his rear touched Draco's private area. The blond's fingers moved to grip his hip as the two of them continued to move, pressed up against one another. Harry let one of his arms trail upward to around the other boy's neck. Draco was breathing heavily by his ear and Harry continued to dance, not caring that they were so close in front of the other students. Most people knew they were dating anyway and while some people felt uncomfortable around gays, they normally kept it to themselves. And Harry wasn't sure if that was because he was famous or if they just didn't want to say anything.
The more Harry moved, pushing his rear up against the blond, the more Draco became aroused. Harry could feel his hardening erection and he smiled to himself. His own body was reacting quickly, having missed the blond's touch. Glancing over at Tavis and Ambreen, he saw the girl was doing the same thing, pushing her body up against his and Tavis rocked back against her. It was erotic dancing and Harry was grateful that Draco didn't protest to the dancing because he was very much enjoying it. Especially since he was sure Draco still wanted to date.
Harry inwardly groaned as he felt the blond's erection move against him. The song ended and everyone stopped dancing. Draco stopped moving and Harry turned around in the embrace. He wrapped his arms around the other boy's neck and leaned up for a kiss. Once their lips detached, Harry gazed into the blond's eyes and he knew the other boy was thinking the same thing as he was. Harry tugged at his arm to signal that they should leave and Draco followed him through the crowd.
They reached the door and slipped out without notice and immediately the two began walking fast. Draco reached out to grasp his arm and he led him toward his room. They got inside the common room and to Draco's room door within five minutes and the blond tapped his wand to open it. Once they were inside, Harry kicked the door shut and they each met half-way for a kiss. Draco's fingers slid beneath his shirt as their tongues caressed and Harry let out a moan. In response, his fingers slid through Draco's hair as their kiss deepened even more.
Harry broke away to use his wand and he stripped himself of all his clothing. Draco followed suit and when he reached for the necklace, Harry stopped him.
"It's okay, leave it on," Harry smiled.
The two of them were only clad in each other's pendants now and Harry saw Draco's eyes glisten in the dark. They moved in sync toward one another and Draco was the one who directed him toward the bed. The other boy was already hard because of their dancing and Harry was ready too, but as Draco led him over to the bed to get on top of him, Harry broke the kiss.
"Can you use the lubrication spell on me?" Harry asked as they both sat on the bed.
"Now?" Draco asked curiously.
Harry nodded so the blond summoned his wand and placed it at his entrance, muttering the incantation. Then Harry wasted no time in moving forward and pushing his body against the blond's.
"Lie down," Harry whispered breathlessly, once their lips came apart.
Draco stared up at him and through the dark with his bangs messily over his eyes he looked irresistible. The blond lay down on the bed and Harry bent over him to kiss him. Then he bent both legs on either side of the other boy's hips. Draco watched him, breathing rapidly, as Harry placed his hands on either side of his head. Although he was more experienced with sex, because of Draco, Harry still wasn't sure about other positions. He remembered at one point Dean bragged about being ridden by his girlfriend (right before N.E.W.T.s) and Harry wasn't positive how it should be done but he had a good idea.
Harry spread his bent legs and glanced down at the other boy's erection. Then he positioned his entrance over it and began easing down. Draco suddenly lashed out and gripped his hips, arching upward as the tip of his penis began slipping inside. Harry groaned, arching his own back as he continued to bring his hips down. The other boy groaned with him deeply and once the blond was fully inside of him Harry rolled his hips forward. The two of them let out breathless moans and Harry began rocking back and forth, feeling his whole body flood with ecstasy.
As Harry moved on top of him, panting and groaning breathlessly, Draco spread his legs even more and began rolling his hips with him. The blond had his head tilted back in pleasure and was squeezing Harry's hips rather harshly.
"Merlin!" Draco groaned loudly, thrusting upward with him.
His thrust caused a deeper penetration and Harry let out a shout of pleasure, not caring how loud he was. Harry leaned forward and kept his hands on either side of Draco's head. His fingers squeezed the sheets as he rocked forward with more force, rolling his hips as the blond thrust upward again. The two groaned and panted loudly, each making more noise than they ever had during sex. Whether it was because they had been separated for a short time or just because of the change in position didn't matter.
"Yes! God…Ughhhh…," Harry groaned as he continued to rock on top of the blond's erection.
Draco gasped and then moaned as he rolled his hips again. Harry rode him out for a while longer before he found his release. No more than a minute later, Draco squeezed his eyes shut as his hips arched up off the bed, thrusting inside of him once more. Harry felt the other boy's release inside of him and groaned deeply, arching his back until the blond finished. Gasping for breath, Harry lifted his hips, releasing the blond's limp penis and then rolled off of him. Draco grabbed his wand from his bureau and waved it lazily, cleaning up the mess before laying back down.
"So, I take it this means we're back together," Harry breathed heavily, glancing at Draco who stared back at him.
"Yeah," the blond said, breathing deeply. "Look, I'm…you know, sorry for running off like that."
"Draco, it's completely understandable," Harry said, scooting closer so he could lay a hand on the blond's chest. "I would too if someone started saying bad things about me."
Draco glanced at him and then nodded. "Thanks for the broom."
Harry just smiled and reached his hand up to brush the other boy's sweaty bangs back. "You're welcome. And you know, Draco, sometime we'll have to come out to everyone. I mean, to Ron and…well, Hermione knows."
Unexpectedly, Draco's eyebrows shot up. "She knows?"
"Yeah, but don't worry. She didn't really freak out. I mean, she's surprised but…I think she'd like to see you. The real you, I mean," Harry smiled, trailing his hand back down his chest.
Draco sighed deeply. "She better not tell the Weasel. He might go insane and try to set me on fire or something."
Harry laughed softly and gazed at him. "Or he might have a heart-attack."
The blond glanced at him. "In that case we should tell him as soon as possible."
Grinning, Harry pressed a kiss to Draco's cheek. "Thought you'd see it my way. Maybe not right away, but soon. And I'm really glad you got the scholarship. I know you don't really like depending on other people for help."
Draco shrugged. "It's better this way anyway. Some time soon I have to start saving money in my own vault anyway."
"True," Harry said, scooting up so he could lean his head up against Draco's. "So, will you tell me how many girls you've slept with now?"
Snorting, Draco turned his head very slightly to gaze at him (since their heads were right against one another's). "Only one."
Harry raised an eyebrow. "Who?"
"Unfortunately, Pansy," Draco drawled, crinkling his nose in remembrance. "Despite her non-existent beauty and cruel attitude, she came into the Slytherin boys' dorm drunk one night and woke me up. I tried to get her to go away because I was exhausted, but she wouldn't hear it. I ignored her for a bit and tried to go back to sleep, but I heard her close my curtains shut and when I opened my eyes she was casting a silencing charm. Next thing I know she started to strip off her clothes and despite the fact that I wasn't really interested in her, it's hard for a fourteen year old boy not to get aroused when a girl's offering herself like that."
"You were fourteen?" Harry asked, surprised. "That's really young."
"Yeah," Draco said, glancing at him. "And trust me, it wasn't the best experience. If you think what Ginny did to you was bad, you wouldn't have wanted to be me," Draco drawled. "Pansy wanted me since second year, maybe even first, but she gets on top of me and before she even gets my clothes off she climaxes on me. It gets on my shirt and my arms."
"Ugh!" Harry made a face.
"Oh, it gets better," Draco drawled, shifting and Harry kept his body pressed up against his. "Then she just smiles at me, while I'm laying there looking disgusted, and she doesn't even pull my pants down. She just pulls the zipper down, yanks out my partial erection and clumsily sticks it into her vagina. Then because she's so drunk she can't even move properly so it wasn't even that pleasurable. I didn't even climax, but she did again.
"And after that she thought we were an item and even though we weren't dating she scared off any girl who came within five feet of me. Then during fifth year when I was a Prefect she tried sneaking into the Prefect's bathroom when I was in there. I think it was sixth year when she asked me to go out with her. At first I declined so she decided to lure me out to the girls' bathroom, saying she saw something incredible in there. That's where she gave me a blow-job. I guess it was better than her intercourse attempt, but still…," Draco shook his head. "She was unbelievable. And I reluctantly agreed to be her boyfriend through sixth year, but after that I just couldn't stand her."
"Sounds dreadful," Harry said, caressing Draco's stomach and chest.
"MmHmm," Draco agreed.
Harry pressed his lips to Draco's neck, kissing it before leaning further down and sucking on particular space under his jaw. The blond made a sound—like a sigh and Harry smiled. Then his lips traveled up the side of Draco's jaw and to his ear where Harry sucked on the lobe for a brief second.
"You know, I think you should get your ear pierced."
Draco jerked his head in surprise and raised an eyebrow. "An ear piercing, Potter?" he drawled in amusement.
"Yeah, it'd look sexy," Harry smiled. "Doesn't matter which ear. Maybe like a small silver hoop or something."
"Sure, Potter then why don't I get a tattoo to match?" Draco quipped sarcastically.
"Why not? We could get matching tattoos," Harry smiled. "Ginny suggested once during sixth year I should get a Hungarian Horntail."
Draco snorted and gave a roll of his eyes. "That's what all girls say boys should get—some sort of dragon. That's too cliché. And anyway, it costs a lot especially if you want the moving ones."
"I didn't know they could make tattoos move," Harry said, a bit surprised. "But I guess it makes sense, since wizard photographs can move."
Draco shook his head a bit. "You really were in the muggle world for too long."
"That's probably true," Harry gave him a small grin. "So, will you get your ear pierced?"
"We'll see, Potter," Draco said, stretching his arms up. "We should get to sleep. It's past midnight and we have to get up early for class."
"Okay," Harry agreed, scooting closer as he wrapped his arms around him.
"Potter, are you cuddling with me?"
"It's not cuddling. I'm sleeping with you and what's wrong with having my arms around you?" Harry said, lifting his head up.
Draco just snorted and muttered something that sounded like 'Gryffindors' before he rolled over onto his side. Harry just rolled his eyes in annoyance and wrapped his arms around the other boy, pushing his chest up against the blond's back. Harry kissed the back of Draco's neck before he closed his eyes. With the other boy close to him, Harry was able to fall asleep fairly fast.
However, he woke up in the middle of the night because of the lack of warmth. When he rolled over, he saw that Draco wasn't there. Figuring the blond had gone to the bathroom or something Harry closed his eyes and rested, waiting for the other boy to return. A few minutes later the door opened and he opened his eyes to see Draco closing the door behind him. Harry shut his eyes now that the blond was back and felt the bed move.
Seconds later, Harry felt the covers shift and he realized that they were being pulled up over his shoulders. Draco had adjusted the covers on him so he'd be warm. It was definitely a sign that Draco cared for him. Feeling happier than he ever had, Harry pretended to stretch in his sleep and scooted closer to the other boy. He didn't want Draco to know he was awake in case the blond became embarrassed about what he did so Harry made sure to act like he was sleeping. Once he brushed up against the blond's chest, Harry kept his eyes shut and wrapped his arms around Draco's body, pushing their chests together. He felt the blond's arm come around him in response and Harry felt his whole stomach flutter. It was definite proof that he had been right about Draco—the blond had a good heart and he was nothing like his family. Smiling in contentment, Harry drifted off to sleep thankful that this time it seemed their relationship was going to stay.
TO BE CONTINUED…
To Reviewers:
GreenEyedCatDragon: It didn't take too long for Draco to come back, right? Lol! Hehehe, that's such a good equation! Expensive present great affection. Very creative!
Shoozie: I know, but Draco's character is just stubborn. At least he's finally gotten better now, right? Hehe!
LadyDragonWolfKnight: Hehehe! I know, that was kind of sad. It was sad to write, but their relationship had to be tested. After all, it's certainly not perfect. But it's getting there, right? Hehe!
Walking Through Shadows (Ash): Hehehe! I know, I've wanted to do that through each chapter. Lol! But he's finally coming around now! Maybe both of our boppings on him finally worked.
Kayla: Don't worry, although their relationship will be tested, they'll make it through! Hehe!
gbheart: Oh yes, have no fear! They're back together now! Lol! But yes, their relationship had to be tested. And there will be other trials, but don't worry. I'm a happily-ever-after kind of person. Hehe!
Smurff: I know, it was sad! You're right though, Harry had to stand up for himself. But thankfully they're back together now. Aw, thanks! Hehe, actually it's just because I don't have work or school right now. School starts tomorrow for me, but this idea is so fresh in my mind I will not disappoint you. I shall continue to update frequently until it's finished!
tgkur: Hehe, I'm glad you liked it! Yep, you're right, they had to go through a trial. Oh yes, the Legilmency skill is very much needed. Although Harry hasn't perfected it yet, it comes in handy.
DestinyEntwinements: Yes, poor Harry (and Draco)! But they're both happy now! Hehe!
Chosen-one4: I know! You totally guessed it! Lol! I mean, the only reason I put Ron and Hermione together was for the same reason the story started out with Ginny/reluctant Harry—because J.K. put those couples together so I couldn't very well ignore it. But I don't really like Ron/Hermione together—I like them just as friends. And I definitely don't like Ginny/Harry, lol! If you couldn't tell. So that's why I wanted Lucas with Hermione. That will be coming up next chapter! Oh yes, now Harry and Draco are back together! Happiness! Hehe!
Shakespeares Whore: Thank you! I'm so glad you still really like this! Hehe! Yeah, I'm sorry the links didn't work before. I think now that FF took a little time to regenerate it should be better now. Oh yeah, I couldn't see Harry being the dominant. I know some people do, but it just doesn't make sense, what with his inexperience and all. Lol!
Skittlelove: Lol! Yep, the Lucas/Hermione thing will start next chapter! The only reason Ron and Hermione were together in the beginning is because J.K. put them together so I couldn't ignore it, lol! So I had to find a different route (same with Ginny/Harry—argh! I'm still mad she put them together). Oh yep! This is the dramatic thing that I was talking about. And it was necessary otherwise Draco would never finally admit to his feelings (to himself). But don't worry, this isn't over yet!
Discombobulatedperson: Lol! I know, me too! I'd be crying! But Harry doesn't really cry that easily (he didn't even cry in the books when Sirius died—he only shed a tear or two). Both he and Draco grew up in harsh lives. But at least now they have each other, right? Hehee!
Pixie9: Don't worry, Draco finally realized his feelings, lol! To himself anyway and good-ol' Harry got a good feel of it in this chapter. Hehe!
Sinful Sakura: Lol! Draco-Chan? That's so cute! Hehe, reminds me of Hee-chan (from Gundam Wing). I know, poor Draco though. At least he got Harry back now! Hehe!
The Earth Mystic: Yeah, that's what I would've done too just to make them feel bad. But of course both Draco and Harry have hardly ever cried in their lives so it's so unlike them. Unfortunately. And of course Draco would've felt too embarrassed by revealing himself, because he hadn't completely admitted to having feelings for Harry. But I think by now, Harry has a good feeling the blond realizes he likes him. Oh yes! Lucas and Hermione would be cute. I'm not a Ron/Hermione fan, but J.K. put them together so I couldn't ignore it, lol! Same with Ginny/Harry but I fixed that problem. Hehe! Oh yes, Ginny's obsession with Harry (I thought) was fairly obvious in this as well as the books. OOO! Good job! You're thinking ahead! I can't tell you if you're right about that, lol!
Kari-sama: Don't worry, Draco just needed that to happen so he could realize his feelings for Harry (and to stop him from being in denial, lol!). So now everything worked out! Hehe!
wIthOUt A nAmE: Yep, you're right! Something needed to happen so that Draco could realize his feelings! Hehe! And it was a good time. It's not over yet, though! I know, I think it'd be cute to see Hermione and Lucas together, lol! That was the second reason I created Lucas (and why he looks a bit like Harry too) so I'm glad you noticed that!
Jeje: Oh yes, Hermione and Lucas will get together next chapter! Hehe! And now Draco and Harry are together again!
Tiger Eye2: Hehe! Yeah, Draco's being stubborn again. True, that would be nicer if Draco could just reveal himself, but that would be very awkward. Not to mention Draco would feel embarrassed and then everyone would freak out. It needs to come slowly. But eventually, everyone will know.
C. Khafre: Oh I hate that when you leave such good reviews and then the computer shuts down or something else happens like that! That's frustrating! Lol! I'm sorry about not being a Ron/Hermione fan. I just like them as friends (same with Ginny/Harry). J.K. put both couples together and I don't know, I just didn't like them very much. Ron isn't a bad guy with Hermione, but I feel like she needs someone more compassionate. So I'm glad you like Lucas! Hehe!
FairyDust353: Aw, thank you! I'm so glad you like this! Hehe!
Danithegirl: Thanks so much! I'm really glad you like this! Lol! Oh yes, I have to be honest though this is the first time I have ever updated a story so frequently and quickly. I think it's because I basically knew what I wanted to happen from beginning to end. So that helped. Hehe! You're absolutely right! Harry even noticed that Draco showed his feelings like disguising himself as Lucas for him and such, but he didn't notice it until after the fight. I'm so glad you realized that! Awww, thanks for the encouragement and the kisses! I shall update again shortly!
InuAce: Aw, hehe! Don't worry, I promise to update soon! I'm glad you liked it!
GrimWriter: Thank you:-)
Narcoleptic86: Really? You could see Hermione and Lucas? Well, I guess that's a good sign, hehe! I thought maybe it'd come as a complete shock, but actually I'm glad to hear you saw some hints. Unfortunately, this is all in Harry's P.O.V., however if you read carefully you'll see that Harry is quickly figuring out Draco's feelings and how the blond thinks. Plus, Harry is a partial Legilmen (meaning he can read minds a bit) so that'll help:-)
Saiyou-the-lover: Lol! That was funny! Hehe! I guess Draco saw the light…as well as some stars and such! Hehe! Don't worry, Draco didn't mind being alone on Christmas-he needed to think, but at least he got Harry's presents to make him feel better. And now the sex, so what more could he ask for? Lol! Oh, that's alright. Don't worry about reviewing every single chapter, lol! I just love to hear feedback whenever you get a chance. I'll update shortly!
The.one.and.only.mrs.daniel…: Oh, thank you! I'm so glad you really like this so far! Lol! Yes, the stripping was fun to write, hehe! Oh yes, this is definitely slash! I posted it in the warning of the prologue (in case you missed it). Definitely slash! And though Draco and Harry don't come together right away, it comes eventually!