She's right in front of him.
Draco finds it impossible to avert his eyes, captivated by the radiance of her smile and the enchanting sound of her laughter. It stands out starkly against the world he is accustomed to, yet he can't resist the emotion...
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8th Year
Draco, breaking the serene atmosphere, let out a sigh. "There's something I need to get off my chest, Y/N. I owe someone an apology."
Intrigued, Y/N gently encouraged him to share. "Who do you need to apologize to?"
Draco hesitated for a moment before confessing, "Potter and Granger. I've carried grudges for far too long, and I've come to realize that it's time to bury the hatchet. Hogwarts is changing, and maybe I should too."
Y/N nodded understandingly. "It takes a lot to acknowledge that. Do you have a plan on how to approach them?"
Draco considered for a moment. "Not entirely, but I need to start by letting go of the past. Maybe then I can find a way to make amends."
Draco, revealing a glimpse into his past, admitted, "There was this moment on the Hogwarts Express. Potter and I found ourselves alone in the same compartment. I had the chance to apologize, to bridge the gap, but I... I chickened out."
Y/N, sensing the significance of the confession, listened attentively. "What happened?"
Draco continued, "I tried to say something, but the words got stuck. It was easier to stick to the familiar resentment. I let the opportunity slip away, and ever since, that unspoken encounter has lingered between us."
Y/N, thoughtful, responded, "People change, Draco. Perhaps now is the time to confront those lingering moments and let go of the past. Apologizing takes courage, but it can also be liberating."
Draco, pondering her words, nodded. "You might be right, Y/N. It's about time I faced those lingering shadows."
Draco, sensing the shift in the mood, decided to lighten it up. "Enough of my melancholic tales. I want to know more about you, Y/N. Tell me something I don't know."
Y/N chuckled, "You've already managed to uncover most of my life story, Malfoy. What else is there to tell?"
Draco playfully whined, "Come on, indulge me. I'm a curious Slytherin. There must be some hidden gems in your life that I haven't unearthed yet."
Y/N rolled her eyes with a smile. "Fine, fine. Did you know I have a secret talent for Herbology? I can make plants flourish with just a touch."
Draco raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Really? Now that's something I didn't know. You might have a future as a magical gardener, Y/N."
Draco, reveling in the newfound lightness of their conversation, urged Y/N to share more. "Come on, Y/N, there must be more fascinating aspects to your life. I'm all ears."
Y/N, amused by his enthusiasm, pondered for a moment before revealing, "Alright, how about this? I have a collection of enchanted bookmarks. Each one tells a different story when you open a book. It's my little magical library within a library."
Draco's eyes lit up with genuine interest. "Enchanted bookmarks? That's rather unique. What kind of stories do they tell?"
Y/N grinned, "Oh, everything from ancient wizarding tales to quirky Muggle anecdotes. It depends on my mood. Keeps reading interesting, you know?"
Draco, captivated by the glimpse into Y/N's world, nodded appreciatively. "Fascinating. I suppose there's always more to discover about a person, no matter how well you think you know them."
Y/N, after sharing her enchanted bookmark secret, playfully nudged Draco. "Alright, enough about me. Your turn, Malfoy. Share something I don't know."
Draco feigned contemplation before grinning mischievously. "Alright, here's one. I have a secret penchant for Muggle literature. Shakespeare, specifically. I find the drama quite entertaining."
Y/N raised an eyebrow, amused. "Draco Malfoy enjoying the works of Shakespeare? That's unexpected. Any favorite play?"
Draco smirked, "Romeo and Juliet. The tragedy has its own kind of allure. Forbidden love, family feuds—it's like a wizarding drama, just without the magic."
As the conversation flowed, Draco found himself opening up more, revealing facets of himself that he hadn't shared before. "Alright, here's another one. I have a secret fondness for magical creatures. When no one's watching, I spend hours reading about them in the Restricted Section of the library."
Y/N's eyes sparkled with intrigue. "The mighty Draco Malfoy, a closet magical creatures enthusiast? That's certainly unexpected. Any particular creature you find fascinating?"
Draco leaned in, his voice lowered conspiratorially. "I have a soft spot for Thestral. There's something mysterious and enchanting about them. The fact that only those who have seen death can see them adds an intriguing layer to their existence."
Y/N nodded thoughtfully, "That is indeed fascinating. It's funny how we all have these hidden interests and quirks that make us who we are."
Draco, with a sly smile, decided to add a playful twist to their conversation. "You know, my girlfriend is incredibly pretty. I'm quite lucky, really."
Y/N, raising an eyebrow in mock surprise, responded, "Oh, really? And who might this lucky girl be?"
Draco pointed at Y/N with a teasing grin. "You, of course. Congratulations, you're my girlfriend now."
Y/N burst into laughter. "Smooth, Malfoy. Very smooth. I must say, I didn't see that one coming. Am I supposed to be flattered?"
Draco, feigning offense, replied, "Flattered? I'd hope so. Being Draco Malfoy's girlfriend is an esteemed position, you know."
As their banter continued, Draco's tone shifted, his gaze meeting Y/N's with a genuine invitation. "You know, winter break is approaching, and the Malfoy Manor has become unusually quiet. How about spending it there? It might be a nice change of pace."
Y/N, taken aback by the unexpected offer, considered it for a moment. "The Malfoy Manor? Isn't it a bit... grand for a winter retreat?"
Draco chuckled, "Well, it might be, but I promise it's not as intimidating as it sounds. Besides, it could use some warmth and laughter. What do you say?"
Y/N, intrigued by the idea, smiled, "Alright, Malfoy, I'll take you up on that offer. A quiet winter retreat in the Malfoy Manor it is."
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bonus...
As Draco and Y/N, lulled by the tranquility of the night, drifted into a peaceful sleep in Draco's room, his friends—Blaise, Theo, and Mattheo—decided to pay an unexpected visit. The door creaked open, revealing the scene of Draco and Y/N peacefully nestled together.
Blaise, smirking knowingly, whispered, "Well, well, looks like Malfoy isn't so immune to romance after all."
Theo added, "Seems like our esteemed Slytherin Prince has found himself a girlfriend. "
Mattheo, grinning, concluded, "I'd say they're definitely in a relationship now."
The trio exchanged satisfied glances before silently closing the door, leaving Draco and Y/N to the serenity of their shared slumber.
