Chapter 9

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Hi everyone just a disclaimer, an incorporeal patronus is just when its light or like a vapor. the true patronus is its animal form. This info was from wizarding world in case you're interest in learning more 

As you lie in your bed you struggled to find enough peace of mind to fall asleep. You couldn't stop thinking about Draco, how he couldn't produce his own Patronus. The Patronus spell was one of the most pure and powerful spells/charms of protection. It's true that this was a rather difficult spell to master in its most true and powerful form, but most could at least produce a slight glow or a small silvery vapor. It made you sad to think that Draco couldn't or possibly wouldn't ever be able to produce a Patronus. You had to change that, he deserved a chance at happiness, he deserved the chance to produce that charm/spell. You decided you were going to help him, you had to. You barely slept, you stayed up thinking about how you could help Draco, creating your plan. 

The sun started to rise, despite not sleeping you were energized by your determination and excitement to get started. You went down to the dining hall on a mission to find Draco, but as you looked across the vast room you saw no sign of him. He usually had breakfast in the dining hall even if he had to eat alone but he wasn't there. There could only be one other place he'd be this early in the morning, the library. 

You entered the library and looked around, at first glance it would appear he wasn't there. You decided to check the spot where you both would usually study and sure enough you spotted the icy blonde haired boy. You smiled to yourself in excitement and plopped down in the seat next to him. "Hi Draco!" You smiled at him as he turned to you slightly startled and confused. He didn't say anything for a moment and instead he studied your face. "You look terrible. Haven't you slept?" You knew by now he wasn't trying to be rude but you didn't care, you were here for a reason. "Actually no, I heard that you were...having trouble producing your Patronus and I wanted to try and help you out..." You tried to phrase it as gently as possible not to embarrass or hurt him. It was quiet for what felt like forever, you were nervous at what his reaction could be. You considered him your friend now and thought he considered you the same way.  You didn't want to offend him and lose his friendship. 

"Help me...?" How are you supposed to help me?" He spoke softly, almost sad and embarrassed that people knew his predicament. You were slightly surprised at his reaction but you wanted to show him you weren't trying to judge him. You grabbed his hand to show you were there for him. He looked at you in disbelief, like no one before actually cared enough for him, like he couldn't believe you would. "There's no guarantee that anything will come from it but I want to do anything I can to help you." You squeezed his hand reassuringly. He looked down at you holding his hand and then back up to your face, "Ok we can try it, we'll start after Defense Against the Dark Arts near the Black Lake." He stood up and let go of your hand, he glanced back down at your now empty hand then up to your face before he turned away and left for his class. You smiled to yourself proudly before going to your class as well.

(Later that day)

You walked towards Draco, who was standing in a more secluded area by the Black Lake. He looked nervous so you smiled to try and make him feel more comfortable. "So the Patronus charm is known to be one of the more difficult ones to master," you started, "I think our first goal is for you to at least get a glow from your wand or maybe even like a silvery/white mist." He nodded unsure of himself. He let out a breath and positioned himself to perform the charm. "Expecto Patronum," he waved his wand but nothing happened. He furrowed his eyebrows and shook his head as he huffed in frustration. He was embarrassed. "It's okay I didn't get it right away either. The Patronus charm is pretty advanced so don't beat yourself up. Try it again, don't doubt yourself. "Expecto Patronum." He tried again but still nothing. "Ugh, why do I even bother. I'm never going to get it." He sat down and looked out at the lake frustrated with himself. You sat next to him and placed your hand on his shoulder. "I believe in you. This is our first try, you can do this. Try thinking of a happy memory, any of them or all of them. Try again and then we'll stop for today, okay?"

You stood up and offered him your hand to help him up. He got up and positioned himself again. He took a deep breath and closed his eyes. The few happy memories he had started to play in his head. He remembered playing in freshly fallen snow with his mother and watching and/or playing in quidditch games. Then he thought about you. He thought about how you listened to him talk about his family and being there for him. He thought about your fun day at Hogsmeade. He thought about you holding his hand and supporting him through everything it seemed, even now. He breathed in deeply once more and with his eyes still closed he spoke, "Expecto Patronum."

You couldn't believe it, his wand slowly started to glow a small light. It looked slightly brighter than if it were the "lumos" light spell. You clapped your hands together and let out a happy laugh. Draco opened his eyes and you rushed to him and gave him a hug. "You did it! You started to make an incorporeal patronus! What did you think of?" He coughed and stammered trying to think of his answer. "Oh, um just some childhood memories with my mother."

Although what he said was true it was only the half of it.

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