American Amongst the Brits (Harry Potter)

Chapter Six

Snape's POV

"Malfoy, you are to not tell her what my abilities are." I said harshly.

"Sir, why do you not want her to know what the rest of us know?" Draco asked me.

"It is unnecessary. We never know who the real enemies are do we?" I asked him.

"I suppose not but, if she were the enemy to us don't you think there would be some kind of sign?" Draco asked which irritated me.

"That's why I do not want her to know. If she never finds out then I can continue to listen for any hints of danger. Be smart Draco. Don't do anything stupid." I said and waved my hand to dismiss him.

"Understood sir." He said and with that calling me the very name she does well, that word did not have the same effect on me as when she says it. I couldn't be more thankful for that. She was a beautiful woman. I want to tell her that but, I can't

Reader's POV:

Why did he hold Draco back? What did he mean?

"Herbology is actually a quite relaxing class. As well as the last class of the day for us. The next class is a free period so we can do as we please. The boys have told me all about you. I think Harry might fancy you a little. I wouldn't think to much of it though because he is practically in love with Ron's sister." Hermione said.

"By the way my name is Hermione. I hope you like it here. Have you seen anyone you fancy?" I know its early." She said.

"Fancy? Like have a crush on?" I asked and she nodded. "No, I don't ever find anyone my age attractive." I said. That is the only thing she needs to know.

"Oh so you like the older men? We have a few sixth years that are single that are on the Quidditch team. Maybe at the next game you can hang out with me while Ron and Harry play. Afterwards when we get them maybe you will see someone you can take interest in." Hermione said. I just smiled at her and nodded. I didn't want to tell her that it was still not the right age group but, that was okay. By the time we sat down we sat next to each other and we both paid attention. She was not wrong. Herbology was rather relaxing which is why it was so easy for me to lose track of time. I mean it wasn't just easy but, time really got away from me.

"Class dismissed. Go on to your free periods students." The professor said. I am really very tired so I am going back to my room.

"Did you want to join us and hang out in our common room?" Hermione asked me.

"Thank you very much for offering but, I am really very tired I think I am going to go back to my room and try and get some sleep." I said and she nodded and smiled at me. She gave me a slight hug and we parted ways. I made my way back to my room quickly and unmasked my door. Once I stepped inside, I masked it again from the inside so I would not be bothered. I put my bag on the floor and just threw myself across the bed. I felt so tired. I closed my eyes and sleep quickly took over me.

I don't know how long it had been but I felt someone nudging me. What the hell?

"What?" I asked. I felt a hand rub my back. "I don't know who you are but, that feels great." I said. Whoever was rubbing my back continued to rub it and put a bit more pressure on it. I moaned at the pressure and sighed a bit of relief.
"This feels good and all but, I was really enjoying my dream." I said.

"I am sure you were darling." I heard Lucius's voice. My eye's widened and I sat up.

"What are you doing in my room?" I asked.

"You didn't show up to dinner so I brought you some food. Eat." He said.

"That was kind of you. You didn't need to bring me anything." I said and grabbed the plate.