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Chapter 3: Facing the Facts

"What did you do to him?!" Michiru screamed at Sarah. "What are you talking about?" asked Sarah, who was cowering behind a lamp. Michiru continued, Did you give him a love potion?" "NO! Noooo, no, no, no!! I'd never- well maybe…But I didn't, I swear! It was only a confession charm." Michiru froze, "Are you serious?" Sarah nodded rapidly, making her brown curls bounce. Michiru plopped onto a nearby bed, in shock. Did Snape really-? No, there was no way! Sarah came out of hiding and sat next to her friend, "Are you O.K?" she asked. The Japanese girl looked over at the roses, "Maybe he really does like me." Sarah sighed, "Well, duh! So what happened?" she asked slyly. Michiru gave her a look that expressed her disapproval of the way she said that statement. "Nothing really…he just-" "OH-MY-GOD," yelled Tora as she shuffled downstairs. She seemed very excited about something. "I just heard from Victoria and Ashley, that Draco Malfoy has completely lost his marbles! He's going around acting like a drunkard!" "What?" Michiru exclaimed. Sarah only smiled, "Let's see how the old chap is doing, eh? Where is he?" Both Tora and Michiru eyed Sarah, suspecting that she had something to do with this. "Down by the library," Tora replied. "Then we shall BE OFF!" Sarah bellowed as a couple of girls passed by, giving her strange looks.

And there was Malfoy, swinging back and forth in a chair. "Snap out of it, Draco!" said Crabbe as he tried to shake the blonde to his senses. Malfoy only sat there with a sleepy look in his eyes. The three girls watched from behind a bookshelf, laughing amongst themselves. "Oh my, what's gotten into him?" Michiru giggled. "I've charmed him; placed him into a daydreaming state," Sarah grinned, "He's so easy." Malfoy, in his pitiful state, reached for Crabbe and placed a kiss upon his cheek. Poor Crabbe made a grossed-out sound after receiving such a gesture. Goyle's face showed his distaste as well. Tora and Michiru exchanged glances as they were laughing, that said: "Those cookies". Malfoy spouted nonsense about a beautiful mermaid and a Turkish carp. Goyle suggested that he be taken to the Hospital Wing. The boys left, carrying Draco by his arms. They received a few glances from passer-byers.

Crossing her arms, Sarah faced Michiru with an expression that made her seem like a mother who was about to scold her child. "Now that they're gone, tell us what happened with Snape." Michiru gulped, this was hardly the place to discuss such a thing. "Well…he kissed me," she admitted. Tora's mouth dropped, "That greasy old git; no way!" "It was Sarah's doing!" Michiru retaliated. "Oh, right. The Cookies of Doom." Sarah placed her hands on her hips, "They are not! And in any case, that just proves that he likes you." "Aw, c'mon, be rational. He's too old for me." "Since when has that stopped anyone?" Tora pointed out. Michiru couldn't believe that Tora was actually supporting the idea of her getting together with Severus Snape. "Besides, you're 18," Sarah added, "You're legal." Michiru's eye twitched, "Pervert." Tora snorted while Sarah only smiled, as if finding that to be a compliment. Michiru smirked, "Look, I appreciate what you guys are trying to do, but these things only happen in stories. There's too large a gap between ages-" Tora interrupted, "He's only 40-something, I think." "Yeah, but still…" Michiru trailed off. She sighed, "I guess this is just some fantasy thing I'm going through. I'll grow out of it eventually." Sarah shrugged, "Ah well, while you're doing your 'growing', I'll be working on a youth potion to make Snape a bit younger." Tora smiled, "Snape-A-Doodle won't know what hit 'em." Both Michiru and Sarah snickered at that nickname. "But Sarah, a youth potion? Isn't that kind of out of your field? It'll take some research" stated Michiru. Sarah waved her hand, "Oh don't worry, that's why I have Tora!" "What am I, your friend or assistant?" "Both! Friends help each other out, right?" "Yeah, I guess so…" Sarah nodded, "Which is why we're going to help Michiru snag her man!"

Michiru smiled as she felt herself being defeated. Looks as if Sarah will stop at nothing to get her and Snape together. "Alright, alright, you've convinced me. Do what you must." She probably shouldn't have said that last part, it could mean turning Professor Snape into a cat. "Anyway, let's get out of here before someone walks in on this conversation," said Michiru. The girls exited the library, arm in arm.

Snape stood over the Pensieve, debating whether or not to add such a memory into the bowl. If anyone were to sneak a peek, he would surely be sacked for kissing a student. On the other hand, it was Sara's fault. If it wasn't for him eating that cookie…Michiru Ayawa; The Potions Master had feelings for her he dare not admit, even to himself.

Upon returning to the starry ceiling of the Ravenclaw Common Room, the girls caught sight of a boy they have never noticed before. He appeared to be Asian; lightly tanned skin, hazel eyes, crimson hair with black tips, long in the front and cut short in the back. It was also slightly spiky. He sat on the navy blue couch, reading. As he looked up, he saw the girls. "Evenin'", he said with a light accent. Upon seeing his face, a tiny silver ball lip-ring was evident. He even wore glasses with only a bottom rim. The three girls returned the greeting. The teenage boy turned his attention to a goblet on the table next to him. "Accio," he said with a flick of his wand. The goblet lifted itself and floated into the boy's hand. Tora, Sarah, and Michiru had now proceeded upstairs, whispering about how cute he was.

The girls spent the rest of their afternoon doing homework and discussing various things that girls talk about. Eventually, Sarah had to return to Hufflepuff Tower. Michiru dread going into Snape's class the next day, it would be too awkward.

Sometime around 11 p.m., Michiru found herself feeling restless after not being able to sleep for the past two hours. She would doze in and out, but could not reach deep sleep. She got out of bed and woke Tora, who wasn't in much of a dreamland either. "Sorry to wake you so late. I can't sleep and could use a bit of company." "No problem," said Tora as she rubbed her eyes. The two girls went down the stairs into the empty Common Room, whispering a few things as they went along. Once they set foot on the floor, they heard someone exit the room. "What was that?" Tora asked. Michiru shrugged, "I think someone left." They crept to the door and peeked out. Amongst the creaking of the castle, they could hear faint footsteps going down. They quietly closed the door behind them. "I know curiosity killed the cat, but I'm not a cat," Michiru stated. "I don't mind going for a walk," Tora reassured. "Okay. Let's just hope we don't get caught." "You will be if you keep talking," said an old wizard from his portrait. As the girls stalked the mysterious person, they realized just how far they were going down. Now on the Fourth Floor, Tora said, "Wonder what this guy is up to." Michiru let out a little chuckle, "We look kind of suspicious outselves." They had passed the Astrology Tower and now on the First Floor staircase. Stopping, Michiru sighed as she watched the person walk out into the Entrance Hall. "I'm not going all the way out there," she sat on one of the steps. Tora took a seat next to her. They were sitting right outside of Transfiguration class. Michiru rested her head on Tora's shoulder, "I really am a bit sleepy now." Tora smiled.

All was quiet for a moment, until Tora said, "Hey, Michiru…why do you like Professor Snape anyway? A lot of people rather dislike him and he was a Death Eater. I mean, he doesn't seem like the guy for you." Michiru felt herself being put on the spot; it was a little embarrassing. "Yeah, I've heard all the rumors about him, but I don't know what it is. He's so mysterious. I guess I like that about him."

"The dark and mysterious type, eh?" Tora teased.

"Mhmm. He's so suave and sophisticated. I know he seems intimidating and cold-hearted, but I'm sure he wasn't always like that. I just wish I could be the one to make him happy."

"You really do love him," Tora said chirpily.

"Uh- I suppose. If you call that love…"

The door to the Entrance Hall swung open. Although it was a bit dark, Snape's figure was easy to make out. He had the lumos spell in effect on his wand. He pointed it around, searching for anyone who might be sneaking around. "Oh crap," Tora whispered. She and Michiru quietly, but quickly, tip-toed back up the long staircase. "Who's there?" called the professor's demanding voice. Just as the girls thought they would make a clean get-away, they were caught. The light from Professor Snape's wand was shining on their backs as he stood right behind them. Quick, wasn't he? "Ladies," he said smoothly. "What are you doing?" Tora and Michiru faced him, though the Japanese girl was too afraid to look him in the eyes. "Miss Black, Miss Ayawa. Out for a little stroll are we?" When it came to Snape, it was always best to tell the truth, because he'll find out sooner or later. "Yes sir, you see, Michiru couldn't sleep so I decided to keep her company." "I see," he replied, lowering his wand. He looked displeased, but didn't comment on that. "Return to your dormitory."

The two girls turned and headed up the staircase; however, Michiru paused. She looked back at Snape, "…Professor." Tora knew that this was her cue to run. "Umm," she didn't know if she should actually bring up the situation from earlier. "It would seem," Snape's voice echoed, catching Michiru's utmost attention. "That your friend, Sarah Lupin, finds it amusing to place charms upon people." Michiru looked at the floor in shame, "I'm sorry." "She will be punished…Now, get to bed." Michiru felt hurt once again as she watched him leave.

Maybe he didn't like her after all. Maybe it wasn't a confession charm, maybe it really was a joke; a cruel one at that. Maybe it was time to forget about Snape.

End of chapter

HAR HAR! I laugh at my own writing! Snape actually uninterested in Michiru? We shall see about that! (puts on some French, raving dance music and gets to writing the next chapter) Oh yeah, ABF CLUBBING radio station rocks! Merci bucoupe iTunes!!!