A/N: Hey guys, this chapter took way longer to write than usual, and it's a lot shorter than the others, hopefully the next chapter will be a little less disappointing, but as always, I hope you enjoy ~ !
Chapter 4 - Observatory Tower
Harry turned around swiftly, and locked eyes with the figure behind him. "Where are you going?" They said again, walking forward slightly. Harry's mind whirred, trying to figure out who's voice it was, but he couldn't seem to make it out over the snoring.
"Um, ur, I was just…going for some air." Harry's mouth replied before he had a chance to think it through, the sentence in all, didn't exactly make sense. Harry hoped that whoever it was, wasn't awake enough to think logically. The figure laughed and stepped forward again, the light bounced off his features smoothly, revealing him to be Blaise Zabini.
"Is there not enough air in here for your highness?" A playful smirk crossed his face as he poked Harry's arm lightly. Harry was taken back by this, but he was slightly relieved that it was someone he was already acquainted with and not one of the others he had not yet met.
"No, I just can't sleep, it's incredibly stuffy in here." Harry retorted with a bit more thought, his mind was starting to become more alert as time passed. The clock on the wall ticked loudly, grabbing Harry's attention. He turned his head to face it, and his eyes slowly focused on the numbers, it was twelve, if he didn't hurry this along he was going to be late. He doubted Malfoy would be happy if he had to wait alone in the dark for longer than he had to.
"We're not aloud out after dark, if you get caught our house could lose a lot of points." His face darkened slightly, his voice changing from his usual playful tone to a sterner one. Harry guessed Blaise didn't want to lose the house cup again, some people really set their sights on winning it, Harry wasn't one of them, but he could understand why.
"L-Look, I won't get caught, I'm just not feeling that great." Harry stuttered slightly, trying to sound confident, Blaise's scowl was making him nervous. Blaise continued to stare in Harry's direction, his hazel eyes unwavering. Harry cleared his throat awkwardly and fed his fingers through his now golden locks, the tension in the room was unbearable, he had to get out.
"I'm sorry Draco, I really don't want to lose again, I'm sure you can go to sleep without leaving." Blaise sighed heavily, but his answer remained the same, he wasn't going to let Harry out of this room. It seemed that persuasion wasn't going to work, he'd have to try a different method of negotiation. He thought for a moment, taking quick glances at the clock, it wasn't a great plan, but it might just work. Harry stepped forward, his legs shaking, he placed his hand on Blaise's shoulder, and leaned in so his mouth was right next to his ear. "I won't be long." Harry whispered, before slowly drawing back seductively, making sure to breath on Blaise's neck for extra impact.
Blaise's eyes widened slightly and his breath hitched, he looked extremely flustered and stuttered as he spoke. "Al-Alright." Is all he could make out before stumbling back to his bed. Harry grinned, maybe being Malfoy wouldn't be so hard after all, he's already got down manipulating people to get his way.
Harry closed the door quietly behind him, and crept down the dark, desolate hallway. He stumbled a couple of times, since it was incredibly hard to see, especially when underground with no light sources. The corridor seemed to stretch on forever, the continued silence of the night was starting to make him feel uneasy, and he quickened his pace.
When he finally reached the Observatory Tower, it was past midnight. He entered the room hurriedly and took a moment to catch his breath, he turned to see Draco sitting on a chair and scowling at him furiously, he looked like he was trying to set a new scowling record. "Where have you been? I thought I told you not to be late." His voice was harsh and curt, with a hint of annoyance. Nice to know Draco was acting like, himself.
"I got caught up, by Blaise." He emphasized the name, hoping Draco would explain the situation, but he didn't answer. Malfoy furrowed his brows and bit his lip awkwardly, fiddling with the edge of his robe.
"What about him?" Draco mumbled irritant, and stood up from his sitting place. Harry got closer so they could talk better, he had a feeling this was going to get interesting.
"Is something going on with you and Blaise? Because I've had many encounters with him, and-"Harry was immediately cut off by Malfoy as he tried to finish his sentence.
"No. No! Gods no. He's just…" Draco started but took another minute to think before Harry pressed further.
"He's just what?" Harry's words cut through the silence like a bullet, and Malfoy sighed heavily before incoherently biting his lip.
"He's got a…crush, on me, ok." Draco blurted out, and massaged his temple with his fingers. Harry's eyes widened, and looked to the ground, he probably shouldn't have pressed him, but what's done is done.
"Oh, I-I see. I kind of thought you two were dating." Harry breathed out the last word, embarrassed that he even thought that. Draco looked confused and a bit stressed out, but he continued on anyways.
"W-Well…did you do anything with him?" Malfoy stuttered, gazing fixatedly at the floor, his eyes unwavering. He looked more nervous now, and it comforted Harry to know that, but that didn't mean he wasn't a little concerned.
"Not really, no. Although, I did seductively whisper in his ear to convince him to let me leave." Harry almost grimaced as he admitted it to Draco, especially since he was now in his body.
"That's alright, but don't-"As he was about to finish his sentence a loud bang sounded and the click of a torch echoed through the room.
"RUN!"
