Percy Jackson, Cousin of Black

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I'm terribly sorry for the long wait. I was busy, I've almost never been home for more then a few hours and I was never completely satisfied with what I wrote. Still not to be honest but hey, you can only write it again so many times.

Be sure to read the end note and enjoy! PLEASE READ IT

A tournament of certified Death, Joy!

Percy studied the headmaster. He seemed to be in a strange mood. Don't get him wrong, Dumbledore always seemed to be in a strange mood, but today was extreme. He seemed excited, and even more chipper then he always was. Draco nudged him. Every since the incident in the forest, Draco seemed to have fallen from his high horse and seemed to have gained a certain respect for Percy.

"You seem deep in thought Jackson, I thought that wasn't possible."

Okay, the respect he gained was minimum.
Percy gave Draco the evil eye, but his smirk betrayed him.

"Oh Draco, so concerned about my well-being, I'm touched." Percy fluttered with his eyes and dramatically put his hand over his heart. Draco rolled his eyes in amusement.

"Concern? I think I would rather be bitten by a werewolf." Percy smirked at him.

"I'll remember that." Percy finished the jest, as Draco nudged him again. Percy's smirk dimmed a little as he nudged his head in the headmaster direction.
"Dumbledore is up to no good."
Draco followed his gaze and narrowed his eyes.

"What do you mean?"

"I mean, Look at him. He looks positively delighted, it's like he organized something that will have us al chasing something around like chickens." Draco looked at him like he was crazy.

"That was odly specific." Percy shrugged. "But he does look more mental then usual."

Suddenly Dumbledore rose from his chair. The entire hall quieted down.
"I have the most amazing opportunity for all of you, but unfortunately that also comes with slightly less good news."
Dumbledore had enraptured the entire hall. Draco and Percy exchanged meaningful glances which didn't go unnoticed.

Harry narrowed his eyes at the two students from Slytherin. He always thought that Percy was a little to quick with coming to terms with the Wizarding world, almost like he knew. And now, he was being chummy chummy with Draco, while he has seen what for a person he is.
It was safe to say that Harry didn't like Percy one bit, but what frustrated him most, was that both Hermoine and Ron didn't seem to share his resentments, and Ginny only got angry if someone talked bad about Percy.

"I'm sad to say that the quiddich tournament won't be organized this year."

Immediately the entire hall was complaining, even Harry was pulled out of his musings and protested loudly.

"But, I have the pleasure to announce that this year, the Triwizard Tournament will be held here, In Hogwarts!"

"No Way." The Weasley twins both exclaimed. Dumbledore chuckled slightly and started giving information.

Draco turned to Percy.
"This is a great opportunity to show the rest of the school that Slytherin isn't a house to be messed with."
Percy looked skeptical but didn't answer. He let Draco ramble about the tournament while he turned back to Dumbledore.

"I should warn you, for safety precautions, there is an ageline drawn around the goblet. This means, that no one, younger then 16 will be able to enter and compete. It's a very dangerous tournament, so be sure to think twice before entering. I wish you all a good night. Tomorrow morning we will welcome the other two competing schools." With that said Dumbledore walked away, the hall left in chaos.

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The next day was chaotic. Students were awake early, sitting eagerly in their chairs. And when Dumbledore finally stood, every eye was fixed on the headmaster.

"Please welcome, The BeauxBatons and their headmistress from France."

The hall broke out in applause while the doors flew open. The lovely students filled the halls, performing their very own dance and enrapturing the attention of all the boys in the hall.

Almost all of them. Draco moved closer to Percy.
"There is Veela magic in their performance, it's super pretty but can lead to fatal responses."
Percy studied the reactions of the others before turning back to answer.
"Why aren't we affected?"

"My father trained me to resist such magic, as it can be used to manipulate you and The Malfoy family will never be exploited like that. You however, I have no idea." Draco's tone was a little bitter but proud at the same time. Percy studied Draco for a moment before accepting the answer.

When the students from BeauxBaton finally seated, Dumbledore stood again and raised his voice.
"And welcome, the students from Durmstrang and their Headmaster."

The students from the third participating school entered the room with their own performance. With brute strength and an impressive magic trick, they took place in their chairs as well.

Meanwhile Draco was chaking Percy like crazy.
"That's Krum!" He kept repeating again and again. Percy opened his mouth to say something but when he saw the pure amazement in Draco's eyes, he closed it again. Letting Draco act like he wanted without someone to judge him, because underneath all that pretence, Draco was only a boy with insecurities.

When breakfast ended, both foreign schools returned to their accommodations and the Hogwarts students walked to their classes. After saying goodbye to Draco, Percy made his way to his first DADA class of the year, and he was excited.

On the way there he bumped into someone sending them both sprawling to the ground.
He rose immediately, apologies on his lips but he stopped and laughed when he saw Ginny.
He helped her up and ruffled her hair.

"If it isn't my favorite redhead, what are you doing here?"

Ginny scowled and shoved Percy slightly.
"On my way to class ofcourse. Oh and warning you, look out with professor Moody. He is a little eccentric, don't try to make a scene."

Percy laughed a little.
"Consider me warned, but I can't promise anything. The sea doesn't like to be restrained, and neater do I." His eyes twinkled, like he just told a joke, only he was aware of.

"Just be careful, and keep an eye open for another Draugr, we need to find the others to complete the connection."

Percy saluted her and winked.
"I'll do my best."

Ginny smirked slightly.
"Then we're all doomed." Leaving Percy with an open mouth looking completely chocked, she chuckled and continued her path the class.
Her smile grew wider when she heard Percy laughing to himself.

Percy entered the classroom still smiling but when he saw what waited there for him his smile fell.

"Great." He muttered before closing the door behind him.

As you see, I'm not dead, and I finally finished my filler chapter. They're so annoying, but they are needed.

I'm still not completely satisfied with what I wrote but I hope you guys enjoyed it.

Also, I have a question.
I know you guys love me to do a Percy x Ginny relationship but I love their friendship so much so I'm not sure if I want a relationship between them but you guys can choose.

Also, I got an option from some of you that said that you wanted a Percy x Draco, let me know if you think this will be a hit or not.

And don't worry, in one of the next couple of chapters, you'll finally be meeting the villain properly, excited????