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

78. Summer 1995

"...why'd my parents agree?" She mumbled, gazing at Grimmauld Place.

"It's common for an apprentice to live with their Master." Her head snapped up.

"...that's what you told them?!"

"Yes, you're safest here."

She shrugged disbelivingly, ignoring the way his blue eyes dimmed in response. "So, is it all a ruse? Or..."

A chuckle. "Not in the least, in fact, I've signed you up to sit for your NEWTS at terms end."

"What?"

"Yes, that gives us two years for your Mastery project."

"..."

"We shall have our first lesson when I return with Harry."

"...joy."