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Chapter 1 - The First Day

'The weather in England is a lot different to the weather in France' I mutter as I look up at the grey clouds above me, standing at the Entrance of what is to be my new Home. Hogwarts.

Hi, I'm Cleopatra Rivera, everyone calls me Cleo for short. I attended Beauxbatons Academy for four years until my parents made the decision to start a new life in England. We relocated from France to London, and, within a short amount of time, my transfer got accepted to begin my new life at Hogwarts. I'm an only child, sometimes it gets boring not having a sibling to annoy, but it also meant that I didn't have to share my chocolate growing up, so every cloud and all that.

My father, Stephan, is a wizard. And a proud one at that. Born from a long line of Purebloods. So you can believe their shock at finding out he fell in love with a Muggle who he met when he was vacationing in Paris. My beautiful Mother, Lucinda. She worked in a cafe he visited often, the cliché story you hear in romance films that I won't bore you with. My father became very successful in the Wizarding World, publishing books on any magical discoveries he made as he travelled the world. Obviously at first he told my mother he was an author who just wrote about his travels. Long story short, they fell in love, he revealed he's a wizard, she was shocked, got over it, they got married, they had me, found out I was a Witch, blah blah blah, and here we are!

I sighed heavily as I opened the heavy oak door that will lead me to my very first steps into the infamous Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy. I rather enjoyed Beauxbatons, but the girliness of the school could get rather overbearing at times. I am a bit of a tom boy at heart when I want to be. And it is difficult being so in a flouncy, silk dress. I much prefer the trousers and robe look I had going on right now.

As I stepped into the entrance, the sound of chatter and laughter filled my ears. Students congregating in clicks based on the houses they are in just chatting away, a few strays from Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff incorporated into the Gryffindor groups, but the Slytherin's kept mostly amongst themselves. 'Interesting' I muttered to myself. I had already had my induction with Professor McGonagall, toured the castle, gone through my rota and had the Sorting Hat placed on my head. 'SLYTHERIN' it shouted a little too boldly for my liking. This is definitely a change of scenery from my old school, but I'm keen on fitting in.

I am yet to meet my Head of House, Professor Severus Snape. He couldn't make it to my induction because, as Professor McGonagall quotes in her thick Scottish accent; 'He said he's drowning in, quote unquote, First Year Dunderhead's homework.' to which I couldn't help but let out a small laugh, much to McGonagall's disdain. Snape sounds like a hoot. But I overestimated him too soon.

I made my way to the Common Room, a beautiful entrance that only appeared to Slytherin's, a grand snake forming into a doorway as I approached it. 'Brilliant architecture I must say. Well done, Salazar.' I say, praising the portrait of Salazar at the entrance. the painting nodding its head in acknowledgment back at me. So weird, but that's magic for you. I, of course, read 'Hogwarts A History' before joining so I wasn't completely clueless for when I started. Which is why it didn't come as a shock to me when I was placed into Slytherin. Courageous, cunning and ambitious. I'll take that.

I made my way towards the common area, introduced myself to whoever was there. Draco Malfoy, Blaize Zabini, Crabbe and Goyle. All snobs but Merlins Beard was Draco quite the looker.

The room suddenly went quiet when the sound of footsteps approached behind me. Whoever it was sure knew how to make an entrance, and capture the attention of everyone.

I turn around and meet the dark eyes of a tall man, black hair the length of his shoulders, a scowl imprinted on his face, black teaching attire graced with a long black robe that billowed behind him as he walked. This man walked with such grace and authority.

I raised an eyebrow to myself at how attractive his demeanour was, then quickly shook my head and focused on his approach towards me.

His eyes were focused on me, and me only. I haven't even held a conversation with the man and already I felt a slight bit of fear. I was pinned down by his gaze. Golly gosh, what a man.

'Miss Rivera...'

Oh. My. God. What a voice. I thought to myself.

I have never heard anything like it! The monotone, the delivery, the power his voice held. And he only spoke two words! This is who I am assuming is who everyone told me was the 'Bat of the Dungeons', given the whole cape and dark attire situation he has going on. At least I finally get to meet my Head of Year.

'Professor Snape' I replied politely with a small smile.

His facial emotions did not budge at all. His scowl still prominent. The smile quickly left my face. Erm okay, rude.

'I would like you to follow me to my office' his voice remained monotone and authoritative.

I frowned slightly in confusion. Without even giving me chance to respond, he had already turned around, his black cloak billowing behind him as he stormed out, not even turning to see if I was following him. Quickly, I scurried after him, leaving everyone else in the common room looking just as confused as I felt. I managed to catch up with Professor Snape, following him as he approached his office door.

He opened the door so carelessly that it ricocheted off of the stone wall of his Office, almost smacking me in the face.

Such a Gentleman, I scoffed to myself. Fantastic first impressions so far.

I entered his office cautiously, standing by the seat opposite his desk as he glided around it, taking a seat in his office chair.

I remained in silence until he spoke.

Snape picked up a quill and began to write. I stood in utter bewilderment. He's just dragged me here to sit in silence and not even acknowledge my presence after almost slamming a solid oak door in my bloody face.

Maybe he has dementia, I shrugged to myself. The comment slightly amusing me, to the point I hadn't even noticed the small smirk that appeared on my lips.

'Is something amusing, Miss Rivera?'

What the hell!? He hadn't even looked up from his desk once how did he-

'No Professor' I responded, quickly settling my lips back into a serious line.

Snape settled his quill down and looked up at me, his eyes staring into my soul. My feet shifted beneath me as I stood uncomfortably, waiting for him to break the silence, or even better, stop this menacing gaze that has my stomach going up and down like a rollercoaster. I suffer from vertigo and I very much do not appreciate it!

Finally, he stopped trying to hypnotise me, or whatever it was he was doing and lowered his eyes back to the paper. I was beginning to get agitated. The fuuuu did he want??

Snape resumed his scribbling as he spoke: 'I have had the unfortunate pleasure of reading through your reports from when you attended Beauxbatons Academy.'

He paused. I gulped.

I was a good student, promise, I just liked to bend the rules every now and then to make it less boring and repetitive. But my grades were top of the class each subject, so that's a healthy balance, right?

I waited for Snape to resume. 'I was impressed to see your academic abilities'

I let out a sigh of relief.

That was until he placed his quill down and stood abruptly.

He walked slowly around his desk, like a predator eyeing up its prey. I could feel my heart race quicken, my breathing becoming more rapid as he got closer to me.

He stopped when he was looming over me, that scowl placed back on his face. My eyes showing slight fear as I examined his face, fighting myself not to lower my gaze. Also aware of the absolute rush of adrenaline I felt at the pit of my stomach at his proximity.

Stop it Cleo, he's literally your teacher.

Snape cleared his throat which snapped my attention back to him.

'That was until I got to the behavioural reports.' He said in a low growl.

Shit.

'Allow me to be abundantly clear, Miss Rivera. Under no circumstance, in my classroom, nor in my house, will I allow any such behaviour, that, for some unknown reason, was allowed in your prior school.'

Shit shit and more shits. Harmless pranks on students and the odd out past curfew was hardly a sentence to Azkaban now was it.

As if Snape read my thoughts, his eyes narrowed, his face moving closer to mine until he was inches away.

'I do not care how harmless you think your behaviour was. If I see, or hear, a repetition of this behaviour, believe me, I am not one to give chances, and I do not tolerate any form of misconduct, no matter how...' His voice lowered '...minor... you think it is.'

What the... how did he... Did he just... Can he read my mind? How did he...

I swallowed hard and nodded my head without saying a word.

Nope, that wasn't good enough. His voice dropped as low as a whisper.

'Do I make myself clear?'

My breath hitched. 'Y-Yes, Professor Snape.' I responded with a shaky voice.

Apparently, this would suffice, as Snape lifted his head back to his normal height and took a step back, turning to return to his desk.

I let out a breath I did not even know I was holding.

'You're dismissed.'

Say no more, I darted out of that office, waited until I rounded the corner and leaned against the wall, panting.

'What the fuck was that?' I whispered to myself in disbelief.

Yet I couldn't help but feel the excitement the adrenaline pumping through my veins brought to me.

I felt alive.

And Professor Snape, was thick and fast becoming my biggest crush, and biggest enemy, within just 30 minutes of meeting.

A small smirk appeared on my face before I gathered myself, stood up straight and strutted back to the Common Room.

This is going to be one hell of a school year.

End of Chapter 1. I hope you enjoyed this first chapter! This is going to be a little fun enemy to lover, a bit of jealousy, protection, fun, all that jazz. So much more to come so stay tuned! And as always, leave your feedback. I love improving and adding to my stories with your suggestions, it is for you guys to enjoy after all! MMkaay love ya bye xoxo