"And that's the thing about illicit affairs
And clandestine meetings and longing stares
It's born from just one single glance
But it dies and it dies and it dies
A million little times"
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Not a lot could surprise Draco Malfoy. Growing up with his family made sure of that. His father was a death eater- allegedly, of course- and his mother a Black. Money flowed like blood in their veins and friends were a means to an end. Hiding true intentions and saying pretty lies became a lifesaving habit- one that ensured the status and value of the family name. And the family name was everything.
But, as he watched Potter attempt to face a dragon (A dragon! Father always did hate the school.) and come close to death, Draco was taken by surprise at the way his pulse raced and heart clenched with fear. Wasn't he the one to tell Potter he wouldn't last ten minutes during the task? Wasn't he the one to belittle the school's choice of a second champion? Then why was his mind filled with terror at the prospect of what others would call a great spectacle- Potter finally getting what he deserves.
He didn't like it. Not one bit. It was good father taught him occlumency because such thoughts couldn't and shouldn't enter his mind. Not only was it embarrassing, it was dangerous. Potter was the embodiment of light. He defeated the Dark Lord for god's sake! And Draco was not light, nor was his family.
And so he waited, breath stolen by fear and anticipation, for Potter to take the damned egg and get out of there. And when the boy succeeded, Draco sneered and complained.
And when Pansy snarled a comment about Potter and Granger, he agreed. And when Zabini mentioned Potter's flying skills, Draco deflected it with insults. And with each step towards the castle a terrifying feeling scratched the surface of his being, invisible blush spreading and painting his heart red. One word echoed around his mind.
Harry.
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Would It Be Enough | Drarry
Fanfic◌"Would it be enough if I could never give you peace?" ◌ Harry and Draco were enemies- a well-known fact for any Hogwarts student. Their fights became instantly infamous, and the heated stares of hatred at the Great Hall didn't go unnoticed. Many...
