Summer with Draco

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Chapter Two:


“Have a seat Harry. Would you like a lemon drop or some tea?” came the customary offering.

“No thank you sir.” said Harry, impatient to get on with what ever Dumbledore had in mind.

“Well, then. I am sure you remember Lucius Malfoy. He has come to us with an intriguing request.”

“And what would that be sir?” asked Harry. He was liking this less and less. That annoying twinkle was in Dumbledores eyes. That was never a good sign.

“You still plan on staying at Sirius’s house after graduation, yes?”

“Yes I am. He left it to me in his will. It is my home now, remember? And what does that got to do with anything?” Harry was getting snippy now. He was tire, it was the middle of the night, and now he was being questioned about his summer plans in front of the Malfoys.

“Mind your manners Potter!” came the cold voice of one Severus Snape. Harry didn’t even realize that he was there. He had been standing in the corner near the door.

Harry kicked himself for not being more aware of his surroundings. He was better trained than that.

“I am sorry Headmaster. I am just tired. May I ask why you want to know my plans while there are Malfoy’s present?” asked Harry, more politely.

“Of course. Mr. Malfoy has recently joined the Order, and would like to ensure his son’s safety. I would like young Mr. Malfoy to stay with you until it’s safe for him to return to his home.” stated Dumbledore.

“You can’t be serious! How can you be sure this isn’t some plan to kill me in my sleep?” yelled Harry.

Snape stepped forward to yell at Harry again, but Dumbledore waved him back.

“Don’t worry Harry. They have both been questioned with Veritaserum. Neither of them will do you any harm. They both realize the mistake in following Voldemort and want to make amends and assist in destroying him anyway they can. Would you be willing to open your home to him?”

Harry thought about refusing, but in the end, knew that if Dumbledore didn’t need his help, he wouldn’t have asked. And they needed all the help they could get in this war, even if it was from the Malfoy’s.

“Fine! As long as he stays out of my way, he is welcome to stay there.”


“Don’t worry Potter. I don’t like this anymore than you do. I would much rather stay at the manor than in what ever stinking rat hole you call a home.” sneered Draco.

“Draco Lucius Malfoy! That’s was quite uncalled for. Mr. Potter doesn’t have to offer his home to you. Show a little respect and gratitude. Apologize at once!”

Harry was shocked to hear Lucius Malfoy demand that his son apologize to him, let alone defend him.

“Sorry Potter.” mumbled Draco, looking embarrassed, but not actually sorry at all.

“What ever.” said Harry, who couldn’t care less.

“Now, school ends in less that a week. You two will not get on the Hogwarts Express. Come here directly after the leaving festivities are over. You will floo directly to the house from here. Tell no one about Draco coming Harry. Not even Mr. Weasley, or Miss Granger. Or anyone else.” he added with a sly wink.***

“You mean my friends can’t even come visit?” shouted Harry.

“Not right away. After some things are resolved, yes, but not immediately. I am sorry, but it will be safer this way.”

“Fine.” said Harry, shooting death glares at everyone in the room.

Draco looked like he wanted to say something, but was afraid to with his father there.

“Draco, son, I will have some of your belongings shrunk and sent to you here so you will be more comfortable. I won’t know what your location is, so that it can’t be forced out of me. Lets go talk a bit, since I won’t see you again for a long time.” said Lucius.

“You may go Harry. Thank you.” said Dumbledore.

Harry left and the Malfoy’s went to another room in Dumbledore’s office to be alone. Harry wondered idly where Narcissa Malfoy was, but decided he really didn’t care.

Authors note: A little bit longer. In the next chappie you will find out what dumbles sly wink was all about.