A/N: Hey guys!! Thanks for your last reviews, its good to see that there are people out there that like my story, so its not only me! lol. Well here's the next chapter, hope you guys like it. Pls review and remember I'm open to suggestions.
Disclaimer: None of the characters are mine. They all belong to J.K. Rowling. No wait...not all of them belong to her...just the ones from her book...there are a few that belong to me...I think...I hope...lol
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Draco was making his way to his private chambers, being Head boy and a Malfoy had its advantages. As Head boy he had a very comfortable large room to himself although he had to share the common room with the Head girl, which happened to be Granger. He really didn't mind, he had long since formed his own opinion of muggleborns with magic in which case they wouldn't be muggles, just witches and wizards not coming from wizarding families. Regardless if they had the ability to use magic then they had a reason to form part of the Wizarding community. This of course coming from Draco Malfoy shocked anyone, considering the fact that his father was a great supported of Voldemort and he was expected to walk down that same path.
Fortunately for Draco he had a mother that loved him dearly and refused to have her son walk down the dark path she lost her husband to. Narcissa Malfoy made sure that she taught Draco how to have a mind of his own, how to make decisions for himself and what was right from wrong. Although for a while she thought she lost him to the dark side she soon found out he was only binding his time by pretending to please his father. Draco had managed to convince Lucius to not initiate him until he was out of school, and fortunately Harry got rid of Voldemort before that time came. So Draco was free to be himself and he refused to be known as the 'Death Eater's Son', so he was determined to be himself, the person he was, when he was around his close friends and his mother. However, that didn't mean he didn't act superior to others, after all he was a Malfoy, a name he was going to clear and put in good standard for his mother, himself and future Malfoy generations to come.
This above all was the reason he stopped calling Granger a 'mudblood' and just settled for her last name, he may not consider her that but she was still an annoying know-it-all witch. So he avoided her as much as possible, hence being grateful that as a Malfoy he had a common room of his own which Dumbledore saw fit to connect to his new room so he could go and please as he wishes.
This was also the reason why he had established the truce with the Weasley girl. The Weasley/Malfoy feud had been going on for centuries and it was upheld by the Malfoy men that were really never any good, always power-hungry and ruthless, of course there were the exceptions like his grandfather Angelus. Plus he felt it was the right thing to do, the Weasley girl had proven to be very good company, especially if she was friends with his cousins. She also wasn't as narrow-minded as the rest of her family, which is another reason he decided to make the truce with her.
'Silver Dragon' Draco whispered the password to enter his common room. Of course, he didn't expect it to be empty. Far be it for Pansy, Blaise and Michael to decide to corner him the next day. And sure enough they were very comfortable in his common room on the sofas with the roaring fire to keep this part of the dungeon warm. He had been able to avoid them after the morning events. First Snape requested his presence to discuss the duties of being a Head boy and lecture him on the importance of being a model student. Then after lunch Dumbledore asked him and Granger to meet him to discuss the plans for the year and the prefect duties and meetings they are in charge of conducting. After that he had class until now.
"Draco, so nice of you to join us….we were wondering if you were planning to show?" asked Pansy, sarcasm dripping on every word.
"Yea mate, think you can fit us into your schedule?" asked Blaise stretching out on the leather black sofa.
"Well, actually…" Draco began then he saw the glare Pansy gave him and sighed. He'd learn a long time ago that it was never any good to piss of a female especially this one. His life would be at stake. "What do you guys want?"
"What do we want!? You make a truce with Ginny, breaking the extremely ancient strong family feud between you guys. Give no reason what so ever and dare to ask what we want?!" vented Pansy, she had obviously been holding that in. Draco shrugged and smirked, just because he knew better than to piss her off didn't mean he couldn't push his buttons.
Pansy narrowed her eyes at him and walked up to him, poking him on the chest. Michael and Blaise immediately got up, just incase they'd have to run for it; hey they were Slytherin and men, its every man for himself when you were facing the wrath of a Parkinson female.
"Listen here Draco Angelus Malfoy..." she started in a deadly low tone, "your family feud is a very ancient one, it dates…or dated…back to before…Merlin knows when. The point is that with the magic that was binding that feud you couldn't just decide to shake hands and end it…just like that." She snapped her fingers.
"Well Pansy dear, I did…just like that" he drawled mimicking her previous movements, and then moving around her to go into his personal kitchen, yet another advantage of being a Malfoy. Pansy and the others followed him.
"No Draco its not just like that…you had to be willing to call the truce. This is no bluff, something you can take back; it'll result in death from both parties…"
"I know Pans, I am well aware to that…which is why I called it. I no longer live in my father's or any prior Malfoy's shadow. I am a Malfoy of my own. And that stupid feud had long since lost its meaning. Hells, we don't even know why it bloody started to begin with!" Draco said grabbing a butterbeer and looking at the three of them. "I wanted to end it, I want to start new. Plus I didn't hear the Weasley girl complain, she is well aware of the consequences as well. She could've said 'no', but she didn't so please stop worrying, let me go up to my room, shower and come down to do homework like we always do….okay?" He finished approaching Pansy and hugging her close.
"Fine..." she sighed "I just worried, I don't want to loose you… or even her. She's a good friend, a good person and I'm just getting to know her. I feel like she can be a…sister…sort of…."
"I know Pans, that's another reason I called the truce. That wouldn't be possible if we were enemies. It'd put you in the middle and that wouldn't be fair. Plus I really don't have anything against her, personally. Her brother and Potter….well that's a whole different story."
Pansy smiled and hugged him a little tighter and then pulled away. "Okay….now go take a bath you smell like a house-elf." She smirked at his indignant look. He gave her a kiss on the forehead and after nodding at Blaise and Michael headed out of the kitchen and up to his chamber.
"Well that went well" said Michael going into the common room and flopping down on the larger sofa, Blaise did the same on the smaller one.
"Yes…it did, but there's something else. But I don't think he's aware of it, or he's just being stubborn and ignoring it" Pansy said out loud and smirked with a mischievous glint in her eyes, that had the other two boys confused and a bit worried for Draco. Merlin knew what this woman was planning now, it could only mean trouble.
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Ginny sighed, she had three hours before dinner and all her assignments completed, which could only mean one thing…swimming! She went up to her room to put on her string bikini and threw some clothes over it. It was the beginning of October and the weather was still good. So much had happened over the past couple of weeks that she needed to clear her mind.
Snape's potion had worked wonders and she was finally getting a full-nights rest. Her brother had apologized for the incident that had upset her at the beginning of the school year, but then screwed it up by yelling at her for still sitting at the Slytherin table. Even her mother had sent a howler for two reasons: sitting with the Slytherin and calling the truce with Malfoy. Her father had been livid, even Dumbledore was shocked at his reaction. But Ginny knew better, she'd just have to stay clear, her family loved her but they just saw everything black and white. So she'd just avoid them, eventually they'll come around, if not then the hell with them. She was no longer concern of their opinions or feelings; she had to live life for her not everyone else. The only family members she was currently keeping contact with were the Twins. Charlie and Bill were too busy working, she figured they either didn't know or just didn't care. And Percy, well he was Percy not much to say there.
Tying her long hair in a messy bun, she slipped on her slippers and put her wand in her jeans and walked out of her quarters. "Hey, Gin." She turned around to see Luna heading her way. "Hey Lue, what's up?" She gave the girl a hug and they continued walking down the hall.
"Nothing much, just watching out for 'Snorvaltasious' creatures. My dad did a report on them; they lurk around schools and attack students who are stressed. Nasty little buggers." Luna responded, very serious. It took all of Ginny's willpower not to laugh out loud. She loved her friend but she couldn't deny the fact that she was a weird one.
"Snorvaltasious creatures?" questioned Blaise who had come up next to them. He looked at Luna intently before noticing Ginny looking at him, he immediately composed himself. "Hi Ginger, where are you ladies off to?"
Ginny smiled, "Well I'm off to the lake for some alone time to de-stress myself so I don't become a victim to one of these 'nasty little buggers'."
"Great idea Gin, I'd join you but I'm heading to the library. I have an essay to write for Snape before he sends his Rampatargus Wart after me for not doing my homework." They were in front of the Great Hall; Ginny stopped and looked at her friend with a questioning eyebrow. "Oh you don't know about them. Snape controls them with his mind power, if there is a student who hasn't begun to work on their essay he can sense it and he sends these warts after them. Very horrifying when they catch you." Ginny just stared at Luna in disbelief then glanced at Blaise who looked confused and worried. She shook her head.
"Uh… okay Lue. So I'll see you at dinner?" She asked.
"Yeah, if I ever get started on that essay. I'm completely lost."
"Hey, I have a free period and I'm really good at potions, I'll help you." Offered Blaise a little too enthusiastic causing Ginny to raise an eyebrow and not hide the amusement and hint of knowledge in her eyes. Blaise avoided eye contact with her and Luna; he actually seemed embarrassed and uncomfortable. Luna looked at him for a brief moment and Ginny did not miss the dreamy look that overcame her face.
"That'd be great, since I wouldn't be able to help you. I need my break you know to avoid that watchumacallem creature thingy. Blaise could be very helpful" said Ginny giving Blaise a small smile, before looking at Luna.
"Uh, yeah….we better get started, it's only a matter of time now" responded Luna and she turned around heading up the main stairs to the library. Blaise stood there confused.
Ginny gave him a shove, "Go you doofus, before she leaves you at the mercy of another of her creepy little creature things." Blaise smiled at Ginny and went after Luna.
Ginny shook her head and continued her walk out the castle doors and toward the lake. It was a nice sunny day and the weather was just right for a little swimming. She walked over to the lake and stripped off her clothes, folded them and put them under the tree by the lake. Whispering a spell she had learned that would allow her to swim under water without needing air for about and hour and a half she put her wand under her jeans and dove into the water. It felt so cool, her hair had long since gotten loose and she swam around under water for a long time, going deeper and deeper down until she came across the squid. She inclined her head in respect and the squid let her through allowing her to enter its lair and she proceeded to go in and play around with the baby squids.
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Draco needed a break. Being Headboy was so stressful. He walked down the hallway on his way outside when he saw Blaise walking with Luna Lovegood. He smirked, so Blaise finally got the nerve to approach her. "Hello Blaise….Lovegood."
"Oh hi Malfoy, we're on our way to the library. I have an essay for potions to write and Blaise is going to help me before Snape sends his Rampatargus Wart after me for not doing it." Responded Luna. Draco looked totally confused. He was about to ask what the bloody hell she was talking about when Blaise interrupted.
"Long story, explain later. You look bloody awful man, in need of a break…" Blaise started then something clicked in his head and he smirked. "You should go sit by the lake it's very peaceful and will help you clear your mind. Dinner isn't for another couple of hours, I'll send for you." He finished looking at his friend with an innocent look (or as innocent as a Slytherin can look, which is pretty suspicious!).
Luna looked at Blaise and was about to say something about Ginny being down there relaxing when Blaise gave her a pleading look. She looked at Malfoy, "Yea, it'll help you clear your mind and ward off the 'Snorvaltasious' creatures roaming the school awaiting their next prey." She said with an innocent look as well.
Draco raised his eyebrow. This girl was one weird little witch, whatever does his friend see in her; he'll never figure it out. "Very well, I think I will….don't study too hard Blaise, wouldn't wanna strain something" he smirked and walked away leaving a flushed Zabini and a confused Lovegood.
Draco made it to the lake without any other interruptions. He took off his robes and sat under tree by the lake, not noticing the robe, wand and clothing next to were he tossed his. Leaning back onto the tree he stared out over the lake towards the Forbidden Forest and began to reflect. This was something Draco Malfoy did often, especially during the time of war when he was under the pressure of branding himself to a sadistic maniac. He never understood what his father saw in that… thing. His mother would often tell Draco stories of how his father was when they met at Hogwarts, when they married, when Draco was born, before Voldemort showed up and blinded his father. Draco hated Voldemort for taking away from him the family, the Father he should've had. He does however thank Merlin for providing him with a surrogate father, Snape.
Draco's thoughts were interrupted by a splash coming from the lake. He turned to look and saw what to him he could only describe as a goddess come out of the water. Was that an angel? He wondered. When the figured got closer he realized that it was Ginny who had come out of the water, in a dark green string bikini, not leaving much to his imagination. For once Draco did the most un-Malfoy thing, he gaped.
Ginny came out of the water humming a tune, she had been down there for at least an hour, she felt so good and relaxed, now she would lay on her towel and let the sun dry her. Taking her waist-length hair into her hands and squeezing it dry she did not notice Draco sitting next to the tree. When she looked up she gasped and took in the scene before her. Draco Malfoy, Slytherin's most sexy Ice Prince was sitting on the ground gapping. Yes, a Malfoy gapping, Ginny couldn't help but smirk.
She was well aware that she was considered one of the sexiest girls in Hogwarts, she even heard the name the guys had for her, 'Gryffindor's Fiery Princess'. Although she never stressed too much over her looks, growing up with six brothers, wrestling, running and fighting she had to be very fit. Being a Weasley she was also tall, about 5'7 to be exact. Her breasts were not too big but just right for her body and she had the curves and butt pretty much to perfection. She was currently enjoying the uncomfortable situation Draco was in. Sure they had called a truce but that doesn't mean she can't have her fun.
"Oh, hi Draco, when did you get here?" She said casually as if she wasn't practically naked in front of him. Knowing that his eyes were following her every move, she didn't make eye contact just went about pulling her towel from under her clothes, making sure to move and give him a good view of her rear.
Draco was….well…lets just say a body binding spell did not have this type of effect on him. It seemed all the blood in his body just rushed downstream, to his throbbing groin. Oh how he wanted to grab her and have his way. Run his hand all over her body, have his tongue taste every inch of her. Feel himself inside of her and please her in ways she can't even imagine were possible. What the hell!?... This is Weasley were talking about. Okay he might've called a truce but that doesn't mean he had to shag her. What were these emotions he was feeling? Sure he'd desired other women and had them; he earned his title of Slytherin Sex God. But never had he felt the need like he was feeling right now.
Shaking his head he looked away, he needed to distract himself. Cool off, he needed a very cold shower right now. Images of Ginny beneath him or above him ridding him like a rodeo wouldn't leave his mind. He jumped and jerked away when he felt a cool hand across his forehead.
"Sorry, Draco, I was just checking if you were okay. Didn't mean to scare you. What were you thinking about that you couldn't at least greet me?" asked Ginny sounding annoy, although inside her mind was reeling. Did Draco Malfoy just look at her with lust? Desire? Need? There was also something else in his look, although she couldn't put her finger on it. Why was she suddenly so exited about all this? Taking a good look at him she couldn't deny he was desirable. His body had most definitely toned up. He was no longer the scrawny little boy from her first year. No before her sat a man. About 6'2 with well tone abs and muscular arms. She wondered how his shoulders must feel, how it would feel to run her fingers through his silky light blond hair. His hands over her body, would they be smooth or rough? 'Whoa! Gin, stop right there don't you dare lets those thoughts continue' she told herself looking away from Draco and out onto the lake.
There was an awkward silence between them, Ginny placed the towel on the ground next to Draco and sat down. Both of them just stared out into the forest that was currently being illuminated by the descending sun. It was very peaceful and they lost themselves in the silence, almost forgetting where they were and who they were.
"It's beautiful, huh?" whispered Ginny after a while; she didn't expect an answer so she was shocked when Draco responded.
"Yea it is. My favorite time of the day actually. Nobody's ever out here, so I come to get my mind off things. With Head Boy duties I have a feeling I'll be out here a lot this year. How about you?" he asked bringing his knees up and resting his shoulders on them, still looking out into the forest.
Ginny turned to look at him, even though he kept his attention up front. Imitating him and bring her knees up as well she responded, "Pretty much the same. It's not easy being the only Weasley female and top student. Kind of gets to you after a while. I like to come out here and swim with the squid, takes my mind off things and then I sit here reflecting on things."
Draco turned to her and smiled, "Isn't it funny how much we have in common and never saw past our differences because of the whole Malfoy vs. Weasley thing and Slytherin vs. Gryffindor to top it off?" he asked looking into her aqua-green eyes. Ginny looked into his grey stormy eyes and smiled, she shrugged "Goes to show you things aren't always as black and white as our parents paint them" she responded. Draco nodded, "very true, so how about we start all over….Hi, my name is Draco Malfoy and you are?" he asked with humor in his eyes.
Ginny laughed and shook his hand, "I'm Ginevra Clarisse Weasley…" And so they started talking, getting to know each other until it was time to head in for dinner, unaware that from within the Forbidden Forest they were being watched. 'Better watch out Malfoy, you might just be creating a weakness for yourself.'
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A/N: So what do you guys think! I had to throw Luna in there...She's just such a fun cool character. Well review and i hope to post again soon!