Bound

Chapter 6

Today was quidditch tryouts and I was not going to let my nerves get the best of me. I had to get through all of my classes before the trials so I had time. I worked my way to the great hall and sat down as far away as I could from the other quidditch players. I had a feeling that they would make fun of me if I said anything about quidditch.

I shuffled down two large, ripe strawberries and an egg sandwich before heading to Transfiguration. It felt like my food was having a dance party in my stomach but I tried my best to ignore it.

After a boring lesson about animagus's, I picked up my things and headed to charms class. I had charms class with all ravenclaws, like why am I the only Slytherin? It's embarrassing.

I usually sat with Cho Chang because she was the best at charms and I've actually sort of gained her trust these past few years. I wouldn't say that we're besties or anything but we are close. She's told me about her crush on Harry which is exciting for me because no one I actually like would ever tell me anything.

"Oh hey Cass, over here!" Cho said as I entered the charms classroom.

I quietly sat next to her and told her how nervous I was to try out for the quidditch team.

"No. Way. You are so bold!" She said eagerly "You're really trying out? Oh god honey I'm so proud of you" wiping away fake tears, she hugged me and giggled.

"Thanks" I said sarcastically, rolling my eyes. "Hey, do you have any tips to win Flint over? I know the Slytherin team never really accepts girls."

"Women" she corrected me. "And yes, all you have to do is fly really fast, and make sure that the quaffle never loses your sight- You are trying out for Chaser.. right?"

"Yeah, but I'm open for any spot he'd like to give me. I really hope there isn't very many people trying out" I replied.

"Even if the whole Slytherin house tried out, you would still knock them off their brooms" she said jokingly "Not literally of course, that's Malfoys job."

Soon after our conversation had just gotten juicy, Professor Flitwick interrupted us to explain today's lesson.

Soon after lunch, I had Herbology. I shared Herbology with all Gryffindors and Goyle. Hallie is in my Herbology class so I like to invite myself to sit with her most of the time.

"Hallie! Are you trying out?" I said as I scooted in beside her.

"For what?"

"Quidditch! You forgot? Are you mental?!" I protested.

"CRAP, Is it today? What was I thinking?! I haven't even signed up! Are you trying out?" I could feel the stress radiating off of her skin.

"Relax, I'm sure Angelina will still let you try out, even if you didn't sign up. And yes I'm trying out, I just don't think Flint will be as forgiving as Angelina" I tried to stay calm but I could feel my own stress piling up in my throat and stomach, causing me to almost throw up.

"Either way, I think Gryffindor tryouts are tomorrow, why don't I come watch you. I could bring Fred with me..." Hallie teased.

She still thinks I like Fred. This is what our friendship has become. Lies, fake laughs, and zero trust. We used to be best friends that did everything together! I swear I want to travel back in time and get re-sorted into Gryffindor house. It would make my life so much easier.

After a full, stress-filled day of classes, I had Potions. I quietly sat down at my assigned seat next to Zabini, Malfoy, and Flint. The last 3 people that I wanted to see right now. I handed Flint my essay, as he was offering to turn all of the essay's in for us. My blood boiled as he started to read mine, mindlessly walking over to Snapes' desk. I kept silent for the rest of the class and eagerly left when Snape announced that we were dismissed. 

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Author's note: I posted a short story to enter a nickelodeon contest for Wattpad. If you would like to read it, that would be great but I understand that it is extremely cringy and I probably will definitely not win, lmao!