A/N: So, I really regret making Henria scream so loud. Having to edit so many Italics is annoying. But, she must be able to talk to people, otherwise she wouldn't be the foul mouthed Henria we all have come to love...

Henny, that lucky Penny!

Ice Cream Soup

"Quit staring, or I'll poke your eyes out with my wand!" my hot tempered friend bellowed. A few of the younger students ran like she set them on fire.

I wrapped an arm around her shoulders. She shot me an indignant look. I gave her a small smile. She hated that everyone wanted to ogle me and stare at my bruises. They made her uncomfortable. She was not there to make sure they did not happen and that wounded her pride. Kadie sighed and we entered the Great Hall for breakfast.

The noise level dropped considerably. I rubbed her shoulder with my thumb to quell the temper rising. She shook with pent up anger. Although, she did bite her tongue this time. Kadie is my little trooper.

Despite all the drama, I still sat at the Slytherin tables. I was trying to say, 'No matter what you do to me, I will prevail.' Because I am a bad ass like that.

"I heard that your voice is lost for the rest of your life." a nasty sneer floated over to Kadie and myself. I looked up to Pansy sitting across from me with Blaise, Crabbe and Goyle.

My eyes slid back down to my plate of food. I felt Kadie stiffen next to me.

"Is this what you have been living with for the past four months?" she never took her eyes off of the offending students. I gave her a nod of affirm, "Positively revolting." my eyebrows raised at her near perfect Slytherin sneer.

"Why do you insist upon fouling our air with your presence?" Blaise shot at me with a nasty tone. I slowly raised my head to look him in the eye. My features twisted into an evil smile.

With a wave of my hand, Death Eater was stitched into all four robes. Kadie tried to cover her laughter with a hand, but failed. She was the only on who thought it was funny. Well, including me.

"Bitch!" ansy hissed at me before she shoved the three boys out of the Great Hall. I winked at her retreating back.

"Henny, you shouldn't do things like that." Kadie whispered through her giggles. Most of the Slytherin kids looked angry, "Take a picture!" she snarled before she hauled me up and dragged me to my Common Room.

After the door to my Common Room closed, Kadie rounded on me. I took a step back, her face was very dark.

"No wonder they bully you! You egg them on!" I could almost see the smoke coming out of her ears, "You need to start acting responsibly, Henny! Minerva is going to fire you and then expell you!" I shrugged. She wouldn't fire me, would she?

The Common Room door opened and in walked Minerva. Her face was tight with concern. She was looking tired.

"Henria, we need to speak." her tone was cutting. I think I am in big trouble. I motioned for her to sit on the couch.

I gathered my supplies for talking. Kadie sat next to me. Her hands were wringing nervously.

"First of all, how are you feeling?" Minerva's voice was soft and gentle.

Fine, thank you. Tired of having to write all my conversations.

"It is quite tiresome." she smiled, "I am glad you are in hight spirits. Because I fell positively awful." my brow wrinkled with concern, "I have come to the conclusion that I did as you to come teach far too early." I shook my head no.

I've adjusted well. My homework hasn't suffered and my students are on par with the syllabus. Plus, I complete all my Head Girl responsibilities with Draco.

"Oh, I have no qualms with your performance. You have proved to be an excellent addition to this school."

Then what is wrong?

"This past weekend might not have happened had you just been a student. I am releasing you of your Professor duties and you will be sorted into a house." my jaw dropped. Kadie's hand gripped my knee.

Yes, ma'am.

"I let you down, Henria. I am sorry." she looked down at her hands in her lap, "Kadie dear, I'm afraid that you can only stay as long as her recovery."

"Yes, Minerva. Thank you." Kadie stood up with a yawn, "I'm going to take a nap." Liar. And she went to my room.

I sighed.

It still would have happened. Lucius Malfoy confronted my father at King Cross Station before break. He told him about how Voldemort had heard about my presence here. He said he was displeased.

"That is most troublesome, Henria. Why didn't you mention is before." I shot her a pointed look, "Oh, right."

Who is taking my place as Professor?

"The grumpy fellow." Minerva smirked. What? It vanished from her face, "I must bid you goodbye. Enjoy your day." And she was gone. I felt ten pounds lighter.

I skipped lunch. Kadie, who did end up napping, was starving when she woke. I sent her down to eat. She loves me, but everyone needs their space.

I was laying in my own bed. My face stuffed in a book. I was relishing the time to myself. The quiet was relaxing. I actually did not think anything war related. It was comforting. Until my face gave a painful twinge.

Denali and Dee were on my headboard, napping together. I reached up and lightly brushed his ebony feathers. The airy softness helped me forget the lynch mob and their antics. I placed my book on my lap and leaned back on my headboard.

I honestly could not keep my injuries out of my head now. My face had stopped swelling and the bruises were deep purple. I guess I do not pull punches, why should anyone else? I was lucky not to have lost a tooth.

A soft knock filtered through my door.

I padded over and opened it. Draco stood in front of my. A smirk playing across his lips. I raised my eyebrow.

"I've heard that ice cream appeals to women." he said while inspecting his nails, "Care to join me for some ice cream?" my lips curled into a smile. I nodded my head and held up a finger.

I wrote a quick note to Kadie and grabbed my clothes. I had taken to lounging in my tank tops and shorts. I threw on a tee shirt and jeans. I used my wand to secure my long brown tresses into a bun. I grabbed my bag and writing supplies. We both left.

The trip was short and quiet. I could not speak and Draco was comfortable with silence. He tickled the pear and held the door open for me. I mock curtsied for him. Draco just laughed.

"'Ow can Diffy 'elp Master and Mistress?" a little house elf came up to us upon our entry.

"Two bowls of chocolate ice cream." Draco ordered. The house elf scurried off and we took out seats at a counter.

I pulled out my conversation tools and laid them on the table top. Draco watched me patiently. My heart was hammering in my chest. Why am I nervous?

"How are you doing?" he inquired gently.

Good. Trying to keep my mind off of the incident. How are you?

"Well. A bit tired." he shrugged his shoulders.

How long have you been working on your project for Voldemort?

"You are annoying." Draco's expression turned dark. Even when our ice cream came. His mouth turned upside down.

Just tell me. I want to know.

"Fine." he grumbled, "After the events of last year, I had gone into hiding. Although, after the incident on the platform, I was brought in front of the Dark Lord. He said I could redeem myself. I've been working on it since." he sucked on some ice cream.

Alright.

"Why did your father tell you to forgive me?"

My uncle taught equality and forgiving and caring and loving. He reminded that he would be the first to forgive you for your mistakes.

"That makes sense." Draco's eyes narrowed on my bruises, "How is your face?"

My jaw is sore. My head aches as well. Nothing I won't live from. I've survived worse.

"So I remember." he smiled slightly, "Your eyes are still sea foam green." I shook my head.

Do my eyes excite you? You are always obsessing over them.

"Very much so." he drawled. His eyes smoldered my way. I swear my ice cream started to melt faster. I blinked.

I didn't peg you as an eye guy. I thought you were more into breasts.

I smirked at my own lewdness.

"Oh, those are my favorite." his smirk made me smile, "But I most certainly do love to stare at eyes. If someone can hold your stare, they are probably worth your time." he started to make ice cream soup.

A window into someone's soul?

"Precisely." he drawled. Once satisfied at the consistency of his soup, he at a spoonful of melted ice cream.

Ice cream soup? Interesting.

"Something else you didn't peg me for?" I nodded my head yes, "Funny, I didn't peg you as a screamer, but yet, the whole castle heard you." my jaw dropped.

You fucking prick!

"Takes one to know one, darling." he shot back. I snapped my jaw shut. His eyes were dancing with amusement.

Enjoying the fact that I cannot yell at you for insulting me? Asshole.

"I am enjoying it very much." a small smile played across his lips. He took his last spoonful of ice cream soup. My bowl was empty also.

Ready?

His nod had me standing from my stool. I stretched from my fingertips to my toes. It was very relaxing to talk Draco.

"Thank you!" he called as he pushed the door open. I turned and waved. A few of the house elves waved back.

We began our walk to the Common Room. His smoldering look was stuck in the front of my mind. His heated glance made my middle squirm with delight. It made my body ache knowing that I made him look at me like that.

So, before my sugar induced courage failed me, I quick stepped in front of him, grabbed the front of his shirt and I shoved him roughly against the wall. The only protest I heard was a grunt of surprise. I pressed my lower half against him. His eyes guarded me carefully.

I tightened my grip on his shirt. I saw lust fill his gaze, so I bit my lip. His eyes started to turn dark and I felt a rumble emit from his chest. I slowly pulled my lip from between my teeth. This time, I heard him growl. Teasing was not his favorite part. I game him one of his famous smirk.

My hands pulled him down, using his shirt to control him. He did not resist as I pulled his lips towards mine. His pink lips parted and I could feel his hot breath on my face.

And then our lips were touching and any reasonable thought I ever had, ran from my mind. His lips were soft and his tongue was forceful. Although, it did not take much convincing. My lips parted and his tongue flicked and swirled, causing my chest to heave.

Draco brought his hands to my shoulders and suddenly, my back was slammed against the stone wall. I moaned into his mouth, His body pressed my body and he growled with pleasure.

I released his shirt and slowly my hands made their way to his hair. I grasped two handfuls and tugged his closer. He deepened the kiss and pressed me so close to the wall, I felt the coldness seep into my back. His hands moved from my shoulders to my sides, painstakingly moving down. Electricity zapped through my body, emitted from his palms.

My teeth found his bottom lip and I bit down on it. He hissed with pleasure. He pulled away and I let my teeth rake across his lip. I opened my eyes and found him looking at me. His eyes were obsidian black and dripping with want. His lips were swollen and bruised. I released his hair and brought my hands back to his chest. We both were panting. Hard.

"That," his voice was hoarse, "was snogging." his chest was still heaving.

I smiled through the panting. I could feel his heart racing. Just like mine.