Uncovering His Darkness (A Draco Malfoy story)

First night(1)

   June 15.2024
I'm currently sitting in a train compartment, munching on jelly slugs with my best friend Pansy Parkinson. Across from us are Blaise Zabini and Draco Malfoy, the other two members of our friend group. Pansy and I hit it off on our first day at Hogwarts, both sorted into Slytherin. She's the confident, outspoken one in our group and a bad bitch, though she does have a softer side once you get to know her.

Then there's Blaise; we met him in our second year, and he's been our hype man ever since. He's charming and flirtatious, but strictly in a friendly way.

And Draco Malfoy... well, he's kind of an asshole, to put it bluntly. He's Blaise's best friend, so he naturally became part of our circle. I wouldn't say I'm particularly close to him; he keeps his guard up and doesn't open up easily. Still, he adds a certain dynamic to our group and can be surprisingly enjoyable company at times.

"OMG, I'm so excited for this year! I heard Ron Weasley had a glow-up," Pansy said, raising her eyebrows.

"Weasley? You've got to be kidding me," Draco sneered, side-eyeing Pansy.

"Yeah, Pans, I wouldn't get your hopes up," I chuckled, catching Draco's eye.

"Whatever. You all are just jealous I can get some," Pansy declared, rolling her eyes.

"Me, jealous? Please, I get enough," Draco joked, smirking.

"Ew, you all need to calm down. Blaise is lucky he's asleep," I frowned, stuffing jelly slugs into my mouth.

"Whatever, Naomi, you just need a boy this year," Pansy announced, smiling at me as she played with my ginger locks.

"I don't need*," I retorted, giving Pansy a sidelong glance.

"Oh yeah, that's right. You *want*," Pansy joked, laughing with Draco.

"You two can shut it. I want to focus on my academics because school is more important than... being a whore."I sighed.

"Whoa, did Gingy just call you and me a whore'? Did I hear that correctly?" Draco sneered, pointing to himself and Pansy.

Pansy stole the bag of candy from me. "Sorry, girl. I'm quite offended," she giggled.

"Not talking about you all," I sighed.

We got to Hogwarts pretty quickly and were told we could go to our common rooms to hang out with our friends and meet our teachers. Pansy and I went to our room and started putting up posters and chatting about the new school year.

"Hey Naomi, did you notice how Draco was looking at you on the train-Pansy started.

"Don't even go there, girl," I interrupted, playfully hitting her with a poster.

Pansy just shrugged and changed into plaid PJ shorts and a black tank top, throwing her hair up in a messy bun.

"I'm heading down to the common room to catch up with everyone. Wanna come?" Pansy asked, grabbing her phone.

"Yeah, I'll meet you there. Just let me finish unpacking and change," I replied.

Pansy left, and I was left alone. Honestly, I just wanted to lie on my bed and watch Gossip Girl, but I knew Pansy would bug me about going to the common room or something. As I finished unpacking, I spotted a necklace at the bottom of my trunk. Taking a closer look, I realized it was my mom's necklace. I thought I'd lost it for a moment.

For some background, my mom left when I was four to live in the "muggle" world, so it's just been me and my dad. The necklace, shaped like a gnome, was a reminder of her love for me and my nickname. Some people think it's weird that I'm not mad she left, but I just miss her. She still writes letters, but I know she loves me and can't be part of the wizard world again.

I changed into sweatpants and a cropped Slytherin shirt before heading downstairs. I could already tell this year would be full of surprises.

The first night at Hogwarts is always full of surprises and excitement...

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I've definitely changed since fifth year, or at least that's what Pansy keeps telling me. Boys notice me now or my boobs grown in or whatever

As soon as I hit the common room, I'm scanning for a place to sit, catching up with school friends, and pouring myself a drink.

"Hey, West, did you know that's the alcoholic fruit punch bowl?" Matteo Riddle smirks at me.

"Well, i had no idea.Thanks for the heads-up," I reply, pouring myself a cup.

Matteo, with his curly black hair and athletic physique, flashes a flirtatious grin. He's got the charm, no doubt. "So, what's the deal with this party? Not sure I was ready for all this excitement," I joke, taking a sip of my drink. I've never really noticed Matteo but I definitely do now

Matteo playfully nudges me. "Oh, you're in for a wild ride, Naomi."

I raise an eyebrow. "Yeah Ik these events are always crazy"

Glancing across the room, I catch Draco staring at me. "What?" I mouth, curious.

He quickly looks away, but I can't help but smirk.

"Anyway, a girl like you shouldn't be standing alone. Care to join us over there?" Matteo suggests, nodding towards a lively circle that includes my friends.

"Lead the way," I reply with a playful grin, following him over.

I settle between Draco and Pansy.

"Look who decided to grace us with her presence. Seems like you and Matteo are hitting it off," Pansy teases, her eyes twinkling with amusement.

"Hmm, just taking ," I smile,giving her a look

I catch Draco giving me a glare from the corner of my eye.

"Eavesdropping, Malfoy?" I ask, raising an eyebrow.

He smirks. "Just keeping up with the latest gossip, West."

I lightly elbow him. "Right, right. Keep telling yourself that because you LOVE the gossip ."

Draco smirks than looks away.

"Alright party people , time for some truth or dare!" Blaise announces with enthusiasm, raising a cup

"Blaise ease off the drinks you alcoholic." Pansy and I yell laughing

"Shut it you two" he yells back
"Anyways truth or dare!" Blaise repeats

Draco groans dramatically. "Oh, Merlin, not this again. Count me out, Blaise," he chuckles, nudging his friend.
"Draco as my best friend you have to play, don't be a pussy." Blaise grins

"Fine whatever.." Draco convinced

Things were gonna get interesting

GUYS OK FIRST CHAPTER DONE 1:00am-2:45am pretty proud!
Chapter 2 will be done tommrow