The Untold Story

Chapter 5: Defense Against the Dark Arts

September 2, 1971

Severus and Lily walked into the partially empty Defense Against the Dark Arts classroom. They grabbed a bench towards the front of the classroom and took out their notebooks.

"Lily, is everything alright in Gryffindor?" he asked turning towards her with a concerned look.

"Yeah, it's great, I love it Sev! My roommates are Alice and Marlene who are both purebloods and Mary is muggle born from Yorkshire. Are you okay in Slytherin? I've heard bad things about it."

Severus wanted to tell her what had transpired last night, but he quickly decided against it. He didn't want to look weak in front of anyone, especially Lily. "Slytherin is great! My roommates and I talked about Quidditch. Slytherin just has a bad reputation. Lily, you don't think I am evil right?" he asked insecurely.

"No, of course not. You are my best friend Sev!" she said before giving him a hug.

They sat silently for a few minutes as the classroom started to fill up. Avery, the first Slytherin to walk in after Severus, gave him the evil eye. Sirius and his gang were the last to walk in barely making it in on time. The boys walked past them and chose the last bench in the classroom.

"Welcome to Hogwarts, first years! I am Professor Hylinr." a dark-haired man with a smooth voice said. "In this class you will not only learn how to defend against the Dark Arts, but also how to work together. I have randomly assigned you in Slytherin-Gryffindor pairs. Please sit next to your assigned partner as you will be working with them for the rest of the year. Before you ask, no changes will be made."

The students groaned as Professor Hylinr announced the pairs, "Sylvain Avery-James Potter, Sirius Black-Severus Snape, Lily Evans-Gina Greengrass, Alia Flint-Mary McDonald, Remus Lupin-Elijah Mulciber, Alice Macmillian-Evan Rosier, Marlene McKinnon-Sierra Selwyn, Peter Pettigrew-Walter Wilkes."

Great, now I'll have to deal with Black for the entire year, thought Severus. Why did he have to have such rotten luck? Lily gave him an apologetic smile before walking to sit next to Gina Greengrass. Sirius took Lily's place and sat down next to Severus. Sirius didn't say anything and seemed a little put off. "Well, I think we might need better introductions. Severus Snape." Severus held out his hand.

Black scanned him as if judging his worth and took his hand, "Sirius Black."

"I am so excited about having the opportunity to knock up your beautiful face, but your cousins are quite the threat." Severus said sarcastically, hoping that Black could get through his thick head that they were on the same side.

"Didn't you just hear my mother? She's quite nutty. I might just follow her example if you ever touch my beautiful face." Sirius retorted. Severus was pleasantly surprised to see that Sirius understood his sarcasm.

Professor Hylinr interrupted their conversation by bringing the class to order. He started lecturing on the usage of the disarming spell: Expelliarmus.

Surprisingly, the lesson went on without any mishaps. Although some students still looked a little annoyed due to the arranged seating, nothing out of the ordinary occurred that class period.

Who knew Snape was so dedicated to studying, Sirius thought as he took a peek at Severus's notes. His small, neat cursive covered two pages detailing the theory behind the disarming spell. Severus, sensing someone was staring, turned around to find Sirius looking at his notes.

"What?" Severus whispered as he shifted uncomfortably before quickly scribbling down what Professor Hylinr just said. Sirius shook his head and smiled amusedly at the notes. "Well, I'm sorry for taking such beautiful notes, but not everyone here can afford to be a dunderhead." Snape said before resolutely turning his attention back to the lecture. Sirius smirked.

"I humbly apologize for being a genius who does not need to indulge himself in such petty things as taking notes." Sirius whispered back in a slightly haughty voice before giving Snape a crooked smile. Severus snorted before turning his attention back to Professor Hylinr, ending their playful banter. Neither would ever admit it, but both couldn't help but have a slight smile on their faces for the rest of the period.

When the bell rang, Sirius walked off towards James, while Severus quickly packed his things. "Wow, it seems that Mr. Black actually behaved all period." Lily said with a smile. "He wasn't horrible to you was he?"

"No, he was fine." Severus replied with a smile. "That was an interesting lesson though."

"Yes, it was." Lily said. "What do you have next?" Lily asked.

"Uh… Herbology. You?" He asked as he shouldered his backpack.

"Transfiguration, apparently Professor McGonagall teaches it, and she seems like a really strict teacher." Lily said her eyebrows furrowing together with worry. Severus shook his head and lightly flicked her in the middle of her forehead.

"You'll be fine, just watch, you'll probably become one of her favorites in no time." Snape reassured her as she chewed on her bottom lip.

"I hope so." Lily said before taking a deep breath and turning to Severus. "And if I don't, I'm holding you responsible Mr. I'm-So-Chill-Cause-I-Know-The-Future." She spun on her heel and walked in the other direction. "Bye!" she waved before following the crowd of Gryffindors towards the Transfiguration Classroom.

Severus turned on his heel, and followed his fellow first-year Slytherins at a distance.

"Association and a little flattery can make many allies." a smooth, familiar voice slid in beside him. He didn't have to turn to know that Lucius was standing right next to him.

"Those with too many allies have many enemies." Snape replied calmly. "How was your first class Malfoy?"

"It was quite interesting. Especially when I learned about the trouble some of the Slytherin boys seem to be having." To all the world, it seemed as if an older student was offering advice, but Severus knew better: it was a warning. Those who don't fit in and conform won't have it easy. Severus remained silent. "You seem to be intelligent, don't prove me wrong." Lucius finally said before he turned away. Welcome to Hogwarts, where things are never as they seem Severus thought as he walked outside, towards a greenhouse.

AN:

First time writing fanfiction and would really appreciate comments!

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