After the ceremony was over we had little bit of time while they changed the backyard into the reception atmosphere. All the others had already gone to go fix themselves up a bit but I lagged behind. As I was walking down a corridor all of a sudden a hand grabbed me and pulled into a bathroom, closing the door behind me.
"What the hell!" I turned and was face to face with Draco. He moved closer to me, causing me to back up. Soon my back hit the sink and I was trapped. His arms came down to rest on the sink.
"What is your problem?"
"My problem? You're the one that just bloody pulled me into the loo!"
"Because you're being a bitch." I knew that was true but it still hurt a little to hear him say that.
"And you're a manwhore."
"You're jealous." It wasn't a question but a statement.
I scoffed, even though I knew that it was the honest truth, I'd be damn if I willingly let him know that. "Of what?"
He leaned real close to me, I could feel his breath hitting my ear and side of my face. "You saw me with that bird last night at the club didn't you?" He whispered, causing me to shiver, "You wanted to be her. You wanted to be dancing with me. You wanted to be the one with my hands inside your dress." I gasped and pushed hard against his chest.
Caught off guard he stumbled away from me. All I did was give him a look of pure disgust before grabbing the door handle and walking out of the bathroom.
Of course luck and I have never truly been friends and who was walking just in front of the bathroom right then? None other than Bill, Fleur, Oliver and Pansy. They all looked over at the sudden movement of the door and stared at me. I huffed past them and could hear Oliver yelling when he saw Draco come out behind me. Shit shit shit. I heard footsteps coming up fast behind me. A hand grabbed mine, and I automatically knew it didn't belong to Draco or Oliver, it was way too soft. I turned and was surprised to see Pansy.
"Look, before you say anything. I know that we haven't had the best history. However, I do know how Draco works. Even though he has changed a lot since school, for the better, his game is still the same."
I looked at her confused. She sighed, '"Look Marni, I know you know about our unique situation and have kept it a secret and have been supportive. Let me help you with whatever the bloody hell is going on here." I looked over her shoulder. It looked like Bill and Fleur had calmed Oliver down and Draco was nowhere to be seen. They were far enough away though that they couldn't hear what we were talking about,
"I appreciate it, Pansy. And the past is the past. I let go of all that petty shit a long time ago, However, today is not about me. Not about Draco. It's about two of my best friends celebrating their marriage." I stated plainly before walking away. I managed to avoid that whole crew until well into the reception. I was sitting with a fake smile on my face drinking whatever the hell this special alcoholic drink was they were serving. They announced the start of the dance of the bride and groom. I smiled as the two gracefully glided along. However deep inside I was freaking out knowing that in just a few minutes they would call me to the dance floor. I was a little worried that Draco had left because I haven't seen him since I left him to face my brother. All of a sudden a hand came down on my shoulder gently. I turned my head and found Draco staring down at me.
He leaned closer to me, "Listen, I'm sorry about earlier."
I just shook my head, "I don't want to talk about it right now. We have to get through this dance and the rest of this night with no drama for Luna and Neville."
I knew he wanted to say something but before he got the chance all of a sudden there was a spotlight on the two of us and I could hear Luna's voice, "Now, as a part of my family's tradition I would like to welcome my lovely maid of honor, Marni Wood and her escort Draco Malfoy to the dance floor."
Draco walked in front of me and reached for my hand. I put on a fake smile and took it, letting him lead me for our dance. Being this close to him was torture but I didn't let it show. The dance only lasted about three minutes but to me it felt like an eternity. Soon enough we were doing our bows and I walked quickly off the dance floor and straight to the bar. I got yet another one of those horrible drinks but right now I couldn't care less.
"Marni, is something wrong?"
I looked over to Luna. "No, everything is great. Luna, I am so happy for you. Today has been beautiful" I told her, it was partly true.
I knew she didn't believe me but she just gave me a hug and went to mingle with her other guests.
"You're a horrible liar, Mar." I looked to my side and smiled a little at my brother and Pansy.
"I know that, Ollie. So are you."
He chuckled and moved closer to me, knowing that I had my claws put away for the moment anyways.
"So, are you going to explain why I saw you coming out of a loo with Draco Malfoy hot on your tail?"
I shook my head, "Nope, my business. I am grown. I can handle it."
"Marni, you may be grown but I am your big brother. But I will leave it alone as long as you promise me if you ever need help you'll ask."
I nodded then turned my attention to Pansy, "Pansy, I'm sorry about earlier. I acted ugly and you were just trying to help. I apologize."
She gave me a warm smile, something that up until about a year ago I didn't know she was capable of. "Don't worry about it. I completely understand. I just hope that maybe after everything is settle we can be friends."
I smiled. "I would like that."
Soon people were starting to slowly head home. I gave Hermione, Ron, Neville, Luna, Harry and Ginny all hugs and started to make my way home. Just as I was walking out of the house with all my stuff I saw Draco leaning against the side of the house. He saw me and walked towards me.
"You are seriously walking home alone at this hour?"
I just looked at him, "Yes."
"That's ridiculous, let me walk with you."
I started to protest but he grabbed my bag from me. Not feeling like fighting I let him walk beside me. It was a quiet walk all the way to the door of my flat. I took my bag from him,
"thanks for walking me." I unlocked the door and was about to walk in when his hand stopped me. I turned to question him but was stopped when his lips pressed gently against mine. I knew that I shouldn't but I immediately responded, kissing him back. I let the bag drop from my hand and wrapped them around his neck. His arms wrapped around my waist pulling me against him. He pulled away and stared into my eyes, "I think we need to talk."
I nodded pulling myself away from him, not trusting myself to speak. I kicked the bag further into my flat then interlaced our fingers together and lead him into the apartment.
