Always || Tom Riddle

Graduation

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Today was graduation and ok yes I was excited but I was also nervous and it wasn't helping that I was being sick every five minutes,having to run to the bathroom was becoming really annoying and it was only when I had to go down to the great hall that I went.Rushing through the halls I tried to estimate how long it would be until I was going to be sick again all the while trying to get rid of my nerves.I was leaving school soon,the place that I had thought of as home for seven years,it felt odd to think that I would never be coming back,never witnessing the sorting again,not experiencing another lesson in one of the old rooms nor one of those daft parties that Slughorn held for the slugclub.Taking a seat I focused not on the odd looks that I received from the other students at my growing bump but at the headmaster who was just finishing his speech.

"...And now we will have professor Slughorn give a very special speech of his own"Headmaster Dippet stepped down from the podium giving a small smile and pat on the back to Slughorn,who to took his place and fiddled with his parchment for a few moments before clearing his throat.

"I remember the day when each and everyone of you had the sorting hat on your head like it was yesterday,but as you progressed through the school I knew that this would be one very promising year for Hogwarts.I would like to congratulate you all on your achievements and hope that you aspire to do just as brilliantly in the future!Well done!"Everyone began to clap as he stepped down and the names began to be called out for people to come up and be awarded their certificate and results from their OWLs.

"Clara Jean Pevensie"After what felt like forever my name was called out and I timidly stood up and walked towards professor Mcgonagoll who gave me a warm smile as she awarded me my certificate and shook my hand firmly.

"Well done dear!"She whispered making me smile.She really was the best.Moving along to headmaster Dippet he also shook my hand and everything that was going on became harder to adjust to.I then moved onto Professor Slughorn who teared up which I thought was sweet as he too shook my hand.

"The slug club shall miss you dear Clara!"He whispered and I couldn't help but smile.

"Thank you Professor"I replied walking back to my seat,noticing Victoria and her friends were all giving me glares.What was all that about?

"Tom Marvolo Riddle"I had previously thought that I had spaced myself quite well away from Tom but only realized how close he had been sat to me when he stood and walked to the front of the great hall to get his certificate.Looking at my results I smiled with relief all were exceeds expectations.I clapped not to be rude along with the rest of the school as Tom retook his seat and glanced at me to which I quickly looked away realizing that I had been staring,why do I always do that!I mean I didn't know when or if I could forgive Tom for what he did but I still loved him.

Afterwards all the seventh years were led to their common rooms where a celebratory party was being held,with plenty of food and drink available,I even spotted some wine and beer.Victoria was on drink duty meaning she had to carry around a tray carefully handing out the drinks to everyone and look pretty while doing so,that had to be hard for her.

"Here you go"She smiled sweetly at me...too sweet.I only wish Penelope could be here to see such a day when Victoria Clearwater my arch enemy was smiling at me.

"Thanks"I muttered taking the water from her and taking a sip,her smile widened and I wondered what I had done feeling awkward until she wandered off to hand out some more drinks.Out of the corner of my eye I spotted the unmistakable figure of Tom making his way over to me and immediatly made for the exit only to have him get there first and stop me from doing so.

"We need to talk!"He announced and I raised an eyebrow shocked that he was being so open.I took a peak at the drink in his hand to see water,no beer in sight so far.

"We do?"I questioned folding my arms over my chest as Tom nodded.

"Yes we do,now follow me"I decided that it was best that I just get this over with and followed him up the stairs to my room,after all its not like he was going to hurt me while I was carrying his child,not even if he wanted to did I think he could do such a thing,even for him that was taking it a little too far.

"What is this about?"

"Oh I think you know"Tom spun around elegantly cocking an eyebrow at me while his lips curled up into a smirk.

"Fine,go on"

"How long are you going to ignore me for?"I huffed at his question not believing that I was making time for such a person.

"As long as it takes for Penelope to get better,no thanks to your pet basilisk!"Tom rolled his eyes in reply and walked over to my bedroom window,looking out at the black lake.

"I am going to miss this place"He mumbled like it wasn't meant for me to hear but he didn't care if I did.

"Thats besides the point Tom!"I snapped and he merely turned his head over his shoulder,and I caught the sense that he was amused from the look in his eyes.

"If you must know it wasn't me who set the basilisk on Penelope.Someones been doing their homework"

"Victoria!"I muttered under my breath without a moments hesitation and Toms eyebrows went up,he looked stunned.

"Your good,but are you sure?"

"Of course I am sure,who else would do such a thing,who else would know your deepest secrets apart from your number one stalker?" 

"By number one stalker I am taking it you mean yourself"Tom chuckled when I gave him a look of now's-not-the-time-for-fooling-around.

"This is serious Tom!Shes knows about the chamber of secrets,she knows you are the heir of Slytherin,she could use this against you!"

"We can't let that happen now can we?So what do you suppose we do?"He asked as he wandered over to me with his hands behind his back.

"Well I was thinking that with your surprisingly good looks that you might just be able to get Victoria inside the chamber of secrets and set the basilisk on her."

"Why are my good looks surprising to you?"Tom smirked as he awaited his reply and I thought for a second.

"Well..."I trailed off and squealed as Tom lunged forwards to tackle me which probably wasn't the safest thing to do while pregnant but we didn't care.Falling back onto my bed I laughed and tried hard to push Toms hands off my sides as he tickled me ferociously,gosh I hated being tickled it was the worst form of torture ever.

"Tom,stop!"After a few moments he eventually gave in to my pleas and put his hands either side of my head,smiling down at me as we both panted for breath.

"I love you"He whispered and I couldn't help but smile and reach up to stroke his cheek.

"And I love you"I replied as he dipped his head down for a kiss.Out of all the years at school this had to be my best one yet,despite the drawbacks it had been one heck of a ride for me.