Dichotomy

by Yuuki no Yuki

Not every Slytherin ends up in the Snake Pit. Some cave to parental bias, some follow friends or family, and some make a calculated decision to align themselves with the most underestimated house in a bid for safety and security. Well, only one girl did that. But she read those books, no way was she dealing with all that plot. SI/OC Drabble Fic

15. Y1 Mar 1st

"You're failing Charms?!"

"...is a D failing?"

Cedric just blinked at the first year in front of him, "but I've seen you cast?" He questioned. "You're wand movements are perfect!"

"Theo makes sure she completes all her homework!" Daphne piped in, beginning to stretch for their training session.

"It's the demonstrations," Theo muttered, annoyed, "she refuses to perform during class."

The girl just shrugged, "who needs Charms when you have Alchemy?" At her friends incredulous looks she quickly back-tracked, "I'm just lazy?"

A snort.

"But really, guys," she implored, "is a D failing?"

"...no."