Sith Happens: Part One
A/N: In which Hailey forces Snape to watch Star Wars, or I'm just completely obsessed with Star Wars at the moment. Set during the summer of her Fourth Year.
"So...I was digging around in attic."
Severus looks up from his paper, raising an eyebrow. It was no surprise the young witch suddenly found a new interest in his attic. He himself had no idea what treasures were to be found. It's been years since he's ever stepped foot in the blasted thing. Severus could only imagine the fungus and rotting rats sitting up there. The thought brought a look of disgust to his face. He made a mental note to make a trip up there to sanatize everything so Hailey didn't catch anything life threatening. Although he doubt Hailey would, considering she was possibly the cleanest person he has ever had the pleasure meeting.
He eyes the three VHS tapes now placed on the table, covered in dust, and partially faded. 'Star Wars' could clearly be seen despite how damaged the flimsy coverings were. Severus forgot he owned those, let alone movies in general.
"My cousin has seen these. They're really popular in the muggle world," she says, rocking back in forth on her feet. "I've seen snip it's from time to time, but I don't actually know what's going on."
"Naturally one would have to watch the films to understand what's happening." A small smirk twitches at his lips. "Am I to assume you want t watch one?"
Hailey nods her head, eyes glittering with excitement. At the Dursleys she would never get to watch a movie. She'd catch a glimpse at most before being shoved into her cupboard, or sent off to do chores. Snape, on the other hand, was far more lenient when it came to these things. Obviously she had chores, but they were simple and didn't leave her with giant bruises or gashes.
"Have you finished all your homework?"
Hailey nods again, now growing slightly impatient.
"Chores-?"
"Yes! And I cleaned my room, watered the garden and studied for an extra hour," Hailey exclaimed.
"How about-?"
"Sir!"
Her outburst caused him to snort in amusement before rising to his feet.
"All right, as long as you've completed everything. I suppose we can watch the film." Hailey almost had to stop herself from squealing in excitement. Not only was she going to watch Star Wars, but Snape was going to watch it with her as well. She couldn't help but wonder if he's ever seen the films. Well, why wouldn't he have? He did own them after all.
Hailey followed Severus into the living room. She sits herself down on the couch while he drags out an old box Television from the corner. Hailey wrinkles her nose at how dusty the thing is, and was half tempted to clean it. Severus was already one step ahead and vanished the dust with a simple wave of his wand. Once it notably clean, he places the tape in the VHS player and rewinds the movie. Hailey couldn't believe this was actually happening. Fourteen years, and finally she was about to see her first movie. It sounded a bit pathetic the more she thought about it, but it was better late then never. She hoped this film would live up to her expectations.
When finished, Severus takes his seat on the sofa the sat catty cornered beside the larger couch. A moment of eerie buzzing and the Television blasted the theme song, capturing Hailey's attention almost immediately. She adjusts her glasses to read the yellow wording now rolling past. A feeling of giddiness bubbles in her stomach. Severus briefly glances over her, eyeing how the young teenager was partially jumping in her seat.
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He had to admit, re-watching the movies was certainly an interesting interesting experience. Severus had forgotten how entertaining the film truly was. However, what was more entertaining was Hailey's synopsis of the film.
"So basically this kid named Luke is whisked away by this old man called Ben, or whatever, and he meets some weed dealer with a giant Bear for a friend. They go to a Space Disco Ball where they rescue a princess and meet Space Voldemort. Then they become kamikaze pilots and blow up the Disco Ball."
Severus had to keep himself from laughing at the description of the movie. It wasn't the most accurate synopsis, but she hit the key points...sort of.
"I suppose that's close enough," he says with a small shake of his head. "Come along, it's getting late. You should be in bed."
"It's only nine, sir!"
"Yes, but let's not forget the Weasley's invited you to attend that blasted World Cup tomorrow. If you wish to go, I suggest you head to bed." Hailey's expression brightened up immediately. She had completely forgotten about the Quidittch World Cup. Hailey jumps to her feet and rushes off to the bathroom to ready herself for bed, humming the Star Wars theme song while doing so. Severus rolled his eyes with a smirk tugging at the corners of his lips.
Severus wasn't surprised to hear Hailey talking about the film the next morning to her group of friends. Arthur Weasley seemed delighted to hear more about these muggle movies, and even attempted to make plans with Severus for a day they could all get together and watch them.
To Hailey's surprise, her guardian had said yes. She couldn't wait for next summer.