Chapter 9

Time stood still in those seconds after the question spilled out of my mouth. I was tempted to remark that he didn't have to answer that but- I held off. This whole speech of his bothered me and I didn't like what he was hinting at. Was he really in favor with Voldemort? I mean I knew he was a prat and says a lot of mean things to be people but does he really feel that way?

I could see several emotions swarming through his eyes before he finally broke our eye contact and sighed. His shoulders slumped and I knew that this was a question he was asking himself.

'It doesn't matter what I think, Edwards.' Draco began staring out the window. 'Sometimes, things are….. Planned- and there's no going back.'

'Well that doesn't sound very convincing.' I remark hesitantly 'however, I firmly believe that it's your choice at the end of the day.'

He continues to stare out the window and I follow his gaze. He nods his head and we lean back against the wall and stare out at the world wondering why is was so cruel. Silence surrounded us and for once I wasn't going to be the one to remedy the situation.

'I didn't plan it would go like this.' Draco remarks sighing when I give him no response, 'I hoped it would end on a funny note. I would make a snide comment and you'd retort the same and we would walk away.'

I mulled over everything that's happened in the last hour. I was angry, and hurt that he would really throw our friendship away so easily because of a may be scenario.

'You know what.' I state turning to look at him 'I don't care what you think. You're not ending this friendship so easily!'

Hardening my eyes at him I continue, 'You don't get a say, so keep quiet. You're a real piece of work and somehow, I look past that. So, no, this isn't over.'

He chuckles softly making me scowl at him. 'I don't think you can stop this from happening.'

'Like hell I will!' I retort

High on thrill of a challenge I grab him and kiss him with everything I have in me. Fuck it! If it ends so be it but I'm not letting him throw it away. I couldn't even explain to myself why I even like him or- is attracted to him. Yet, I do.

We break apart breathing heavy and just stare at each other in shock.

'Well Edward.' Draco states sending me a smirk, 'that was unexpected.'

'It better damn be!' I retort hotly trying to control my breathing as my cheeks were flush

'Look!' I begin again seizing the moment, 'I don't know what the hell this is but you don't get to end just because of some possible future. So, no I don't accept.'

I stand up and straighten myself out as he does the same. Looking up at him I smirk, 'Two can play this game and the odds are in my favor.'

With that I turn around and go to grab my bag but I feel him grab my arm and pull me around. Shoving me against the wall Draco smirks down at me knowing he has the advantage

Leaning forward, 'Is that a challenge?' he whispers into my ear before straightening back up, 'A Malfoy always win.'

I hold firm and grin up at him, 'Oh. Is that right?'

Taking the chance, I push forward and break the moment as I head for the door, 'In that case I believe I won. See you later Malfoy.'

I walk back into the hall and never look back. I'll be damn if I let him do this to me! I was all emotions and felt like punching something. I couldn't talk to anyone about this and yet I needed someone to vent to. Making my way back to the dormitories I don't even care that I'll probably miss dinner.

My stomach was a mess and food was the last thing on my mine. That- and I wanted to be away from everyone. I wouldn't be able to explain this to them and I needed to calm down. Crawling into bed I didn't even have the energy to change out of my uniform. I just wanted to close my eyes and let this get behind me.