When the Lights Are Dim.

Today is the day. Today you are transferring to some ghasting school, called Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Your father, Lynus Thystral, is making you go to Hogwarts because Beauxbatons was now unsafe. He assumes this because, while you were at Beauxbatons, you were attacked by Death Eaters, and he now thinks Hogwarts would be safer for you.

You were in fith year and already sorted into a 'house' called Slytherin, whose colours were green and silver which were most definetely not your colour.
The train ride to Hogwarts was the most dreadful thing ever. You sat with some girl named Luna Lovegood who sat there reading the Quibbler upside down and talked about the weirdest things to witch. For a good 10 minutes she sat there not saying anything to you until the school came into sight.

" Isn't it beautiful? " She asked turning towards the window.
Getting up off of the seat you went over closer to the window to take a better look. The castle was huge, old, but nice. It had big windows, pointed roofs, a long bridge which you assumed went to a place called Hogsmeade. And overall, you thought it was just beautiful, as the Loon said.
" Yeah. " You whispered.
Going into the great hall, as people called it, was pretty easy at first because all you did was follow the other students. You followed your fellow Slytherin's to a big, long table on the far left. You sat down between a plump kid, a guy with a firm looking face and a blonde with grey eyes. As you waited for the sorting to be done, and waited for your food you couldn't help but notice the blonde guy staring at you with a slight smile on his face.

" Hello, would you like something? " You asked raising an eyebrow. " If you want to stare at me, take a picture and take a hike you git. "
" Wow, a fiesty one eh? No, I wouldn't like to take a picture, you might break the darn thing. " He said putting his hand out. " Draco Malfoy, and you? "
" I am Caroline Thystral. People call me Lynn, so thats what you call me. "
The Draco guy just smiled and turned towards his friends. You got up and walked to the front of the hall to where Professeur Snape was and stood in front of him.

" Yes Caroline? " He said setting his goblet down.
" Listen, this Draco guy, is he Lucius Malfoys son? " You asked.
" Yes he is, why? "
" Lucius is one of the Death Eaters who attacked me. So down this mean he is one also Professeur? Dad said you would tell me everything you know about the attack, and I want some answers. " You said crossing your arms against your chest.
" Come to my office after the feast and I will tell you. Right now isn't a great time, as you can see. " He said nodding towards the other kids. Mostly everyone was looking at you, along with the Draco kid.
You nodded and left the table.

You marched back to the Slytherin table and decided to sit beside Draco instead.
" You. " You said, poking him on the shoulder. " Want to show me to the dungeons? I have no idea how to get to Snapes office, or the common room for that matter. "
" Sure. And why are you going to Snapes office this late? Going to get some extra credit before classes even start? " He asked, a playful smile forming on his face.
" No you git, he is going to tell me about the Death Eaters that attacked me. " You said grabbing your goblet and taking a swig of the pumpkin juice.
Draco tensed up and stared at you. " You were attacked? By whom? "
" That is what I am going to talk to Snape about. And it would be nice if you told no one, I don't want this getting around. "

You sat through the rest of the feast in quiet. Draco didn't talk to you at all, he just sat there with his head rested on this hands and stared into space. The feast ended when Dumbledore said something about having a nice sleep and some stuff you didn't even listen to. You were to caught up in your own thoughts about Draco and his father. Could he be exactly like his father? A horrible Death Eater, or is he just himself.

Draco and yourself waited until the first, second, third, fourth and some sixth years left the great hall before you left.
He took you down a long hall and down some stairs.
" This is the Dungeons. Potions class and Snapes office is that way. " He said pointing to your left. " And the common room is straight ahead. Now, the password is 'Crafters way', don't ask about it. And when you go inside the girls dormitories are on the right, you go up the stairs until you find .. What year are you? " he asked.
" Fourth. "
" Yeah, you go up until you find a door that says 'fourth years' then you will probably find your bed. "
" Oh, well thanks Draco. " You said giving him a quick kiss on the cheek before heading towards Snapes office.

Snape's office was dim and gloomy. It was lined with shelves with large jars filled with potions, and things floating in some. There were two big black chairs, a large round table with notes and quills on it, and a fireplace in the left corner.
" Miss. Caroline, sit sit. " He said ushering towards the empty chair. " Now, what do you want to know? "
" I want to know if Draco is invloved with Death Eaters in any way? Is he as bad as his father? "
" Well, for your first question, it is a yes and a no. " He said sitting in his chair. He saw the confused look on your face and went on. " He is involved with the Death Eaters because his father is one. From what I see and what he has told me, he didn't want to follow the Dark Lord in any way, and still doesn't, now that he is dead. "

" So, you mean he isn't like his father at all? So, it is safe to be near him? " You asked.
" Of course, he may be a snotty, slimey git at times, but he would never hurt anyone, other than their ego. So, anymore questions? " He asked.
" Just one. Are you a Death Eater Professeur? "
" I was hoping you weren't going to ask that, but yes. I am a Death Eater, but only for Dumbledore, I swear. " He paused and shook his head. " But, you should be heading to your common room. You have me first tomorrow. "
" Okay, goodnight sir. " You said getting up off the chair.
" Please, we are now on a first name bacis, call me Severus. " He said as you walked away.
" Well, goodnight then, Severus. "
You walked into the Slytherin common room to find not a soul, well, except for Draco Malfoy.
" What are you doing up? Shouldn't you be in your dormitory? " You asked sitting beside him on the long black, leather couch.
" Shouldn't you? And I should but I was thinking, I didn't notice anyone leave to be honest. " He said.
" Well, you should get to bed. We have potions first thing in the morning. " You said, getting up and winking at him.
" What did you ask about the Death Eaters? Do you know who attacked you. " He said suddenly. You swallowed and turned to him.
" Since we just met, and I would like some friends, I don't think I should tell you. " You said turning around and walking towards the girls dormitory stairs.
" It was my father, wasn't it? " He asked. You looked back at him and nodded, and continued up the stairs.

You got to the door that said 'Fifth Years' and quietly opened the door. There were four beds, three already taken and one over near the window that was empty. You seen your bags and robes and went over to find some pajamas. You climbed into bed after getting dressed and shut the curtains that were surrounding your bed. You layed there thinking about Draco.
You felt bad that he found out his dad attacked, more like tortered you, and you haven't even known him for 24 hours yet. You seen the sorry in his eyes when you nodded, answering his question and you knew he was nothing like his slimey father.
The truth is, you didn't want to lose Draco, even in the little amount you have known him. He seemed like a nice enough guy towards girls, and helped you find your way to the dungeons. You hoped you would get to know him better and become friends with this Draco Malfoy, and maybe even best friends.
" Hopefully, " You mumbled quietly before closing your eyes and drifting off into a dreamless sleep.

You woke up to Pansy Parkinson poking you. " New kid, get up. We have potions first, and you seriously need a good breakfast to get you through the boring thing. "
You groaned and sat up, putting your feet on the cold wood floor.
" You're Pansy, right? " You yawned, grabbing your robes off of the chair.
" Yeah, and you must be, " She stopped, thinking for a second. " Caroline? "
" Just call me Lynn. Caroline is such a gross name. " You said, putting your tie in your pocked. Ties bugged you, you would just ask Professor Snape to do it anyway.
" Oh, well, Lynn are you ready? I am starving, and I want some pumpkin juice. "
" Uh, yep. Let's go. " You said, walking over to the door.
When you got to the Common room, Pansy's friends were all waiting for her and you. Draco was there with 3 other guys and smiled when you approached.
" Lynn, this is Draco, Blaise, Crabbe and Goyle. " Pansy said, pointing to the boys.
" Hello cutie. " Blaise said grabbing your hand and kissing the top.
" Well hello. Would a fine dashing man like yourself like to accompany me to breakfast? " You said, smiling sweetly.
" Oh, I don't know. I was suppose to be Draco's date. He gets pretty lonely you know. " He said snickering.
" Oh, get off me. " Draco said.
You looked over to Draco and smiled, he looked at you with guilt. You could see the dark circles under his eyes, saying he didn't sleep last night because of what he found out.

" Can we go? " Crabbe whined. " I want food. "
" Yeah, I want food too. Let's go. " You said. You decided to wrap your arm through Draco's and and whisper in his ear. " Please, please get some sleep. What happened between me and those death eaters are not your problem. "
He looked at you giving you a warm smile and nodded.
As you, Blaise, Draco, Crabbe, Pansy and Goyle walked to the great hall, you couldn't help but notice everyone glancing at you.
" What are they staring at? " You growled.
" Well, probably because your gorgeous, on Draco's and Blaise's arm, you are a fith year Slytherin who just met us and are already with us. It is clearly a big change. " Goyle said, smiling at you.
You could feel the heat rising in your cheeks from his remark. " Oh, well, they can stop looking before I hex their asses. " You said.
As you got to the great hall door you remembered you forgot to put your tie on.
" Shit, shit, shit. " You muttered,pulling it out of your pocket. You stopped Draco, asking him to put it on.

" Are you serious? You don't know how to tie a tie? " He asked snickering.
" No, I don't. I would have asked Seve- Professor Snape, but I didn't want to be stared at again. " You said watching Dracos face as he started to fix your tie.
" I call him Severus too. You must be quite special for him to let you call him Severus. "
He stopped, and looked at you with a grim look. " Or just good in bed. "
" Screw you Draco Malfoy. " You hissed. " Actually, he was the one who healed me after th- " You looked at Draco and saw him wince. " The attack. "
He adjusted your tie and smiled. " Well, lets go. "
He turned around and walked briskly to where Blaise was sitting. You both sat down and you grabbed your pumpkin juice, wanting to avoid conversation for now.
" So, snogging before breakfast. Draco Malfoy, you are one fast guy. " Blaise grinned.
You choked on your pumpkin juice, spilling it all over your robes. " Great. " You groaned.
Draco and Blaise started laughing hysterically whie you scowled at them

" Something the matter over here? " Severus said from behind.
Draco and Blaise stopped laughing instantly, looking at the dissaproving Severus.
" They made me spill juice all over me. Could you possibly dry it? " You asked, blushing deeply from embaressment.
" Of course. Now Draco, I don't want you making her 'spill' juice on her. Or I might have to take points off of my own house. " Severus said, a smile tugging at his lips.
The three of you stared at Snape until he got to the Professors table.
" He only did that because you are good in bed. " Draco said, grinning at the deep red that came over your face. Blaise snorted and took a drink of his juice.
" As I said before, he helped me through the death eater attack. " You growled. " And he also happens to be my godfather. "
" Wait, you were attacked? " Blaise said, looking concerned. " Who did it? Or do you know? "
Draco got tense, and you shrugged. " If you want to know, Draco will be more than happy to tell you. Wouldn't you? " You hissed as you got up.

You walked out to the courtyard and sat down on the bench. Blaise and Draco came up to you and sat down beside you.
" Is there something you would like? " You asked with your head in your hands.
" Yeah, I would like for some forgiveness. Well, we both want some. " Blaise said.
" You guys didn't do anything. It's just. " You took a deep breath and sat straighter. " When someone brings up the attack I just get really angry. " You whispered turning to Blaise giving him a warm smile. You turned to face Draco and gave him a warm smile also.
" Sorry for bringing it up again. Did you tell Blaise? Or am I going to tell him? " You asked.
" I told him everything, well, from what I know. " He winked.

Blaise, Draco and yourself walked to potions after twenty minutes of talking about nothing. You all got there surprisingly early to notice Severus pacing back and forth.
" Uh, Severus, are you okay? " You asked going up to him. He looked at you once and gave you a massive hug.
" Caroline, I'm glad your here. I need to tell you something, " He turned to the boys. " Could you leave? "
" No, they're fine, just tell me. What is it? " You asked. He looked at you with pain in his eyes.
" Its your father. " He whispered. You felt your heart drop into your stomach.
" Whats wrong? " You choked out.
" He- He's dead Caroline. "
You looked at snape with rounded eyes. You couldn't believe such a thing. " He- I can't- I need- " You stumbled with the words.
" Draco, Blaise, take her to the common room. I will be there shortly. " Severus said, going to the door to let the kids in for class.
You walked in complete silence to the common room with the boys. You didn't know what to say, not that you wanted to say anything.
You walked into the common room and sat on one of the couches, bringing your knees up to your chin and wrapping your arms around them. After five minutes of silence, Blaise announced he was going to go to Potions and get any work that we missed, or were going to miss.
" Caroline. " Draco whispered coming closer to you. You looked at him once and wrapped your arms around him.
" Draco, I lost him. I lost him. " You sobbed. Your sobbs were shaking your whole body as you leaned on Draco.
He hushed you, rubbing your hair and rocking you back and forth gently. Shortly, Blaise and Pansy came in and sat with you. Pansy held your hand while Blaise rubbed your back.
After a while, you cried until nothing came out. You laid against Draco, as you waited for sleep to come over you.