Vaisey

"Hey, uh... Vaisey?"

I turned away from my group of friends when I heard Percy's timid voice from the side. It's been a month since he almost got killed being our keeper, and was perfectly healed. Although I noticed he'd still grip his ribs from time to time in pain.

When the other Slytherin's noticed it was Percy, they all sneered at him. I gave him an apologetic smile. Surprisingly, since being friends with Percy, Malfoy hasn't done anything extravagant in the violence department towards us. I was grateful because that's another thing off of my chest.

Percy helped me with the other. My father sent me an owl to confirm his safety in America. Apparently, a man introducing himself as Percy's father kidnapped mine out of the house, gathering all of our belongings. Father was sent on a boat and now lived in an expensive building, payed for by Percy's father.

I don't know how I'd ever make it up to Percy, but the boy just seemed content with my friendship. I would gladly give it to him if that's what he wanted, besides he wasn't bad company. The cat on his shoulder was snuggling up into his hair, purring on his shoulder.

My friends, who were usually better than this, surrounded Percy. His eyes warily bounced around the group. Percy's hand coming up to hold onto his cat cautiously. I don't blame him, Malfoy let the animal loose after his talk with Percy, but he was always on guard.

"Yeah, Perce?" I answered, giving him a wink.

His face flushed, and he glanced down nervously,"I, uh, was wondering if you'd, uh, like to go to Slughorn's Christmas party with me? As friends, of course. It's just—I'm allowed to bring someone, and since you'll be staying here for Christmas—"

I chuckled when he started rambling. I guess he got the hint in the infirmary. He was really good looking, but I didn't know him that much yet, so friends was good. I've been siting with him during meals and talking with him, getting to know him. Unfortunately, I haven't spent as much time as I would have liked because there's this thing called school. I also have other friends, but I'm off Quidditch until maybe the last game for precaution, Percy too.

I can't believe Christmas is already approaching. The next Hogsmeade trip I'll have to get my friends something. In the corner of my eye, I saw Percy's cousins rapidly approaching, and decided to hurry this along. His cousins still did not appreciate my presence around Percy, and they kind of scared me.

"Of course, Percy. I'll be there."

Percy lit up, his grin brightening the hallways. He quickly parted the sea of slytherins, running through his cousins. He grabbed each of their wrists, and dragged them with him, much to their own protests. A soft smile settled on my face as I watched him go.

"Dude, you're not actually going to go with him, are you?" One of them asked incredulously.

I shrugged,"Why not?"

The one on my left eyes narrowed,"He's a fag. He probably just wants to get into your pants."

I turned swiftly towards my friend, glaring,"Have you suddenly forgotten my sexuality? Are you calling me a fag too?"

He quickly back off,"No, man. I'm sorry—I didn't mean that."

"You better have not." I growled,"Anyone else into name calling?"

They all shook their heads, my friend on the right speaking up,"Uh, are you actually interested in him though?"

I pursed my lips indecisively,"He's hot, but I'm not sure right now."

One of the girls spoke up,"You're right, I wouldn't mind tapping into that."

"But you know there's still the problem with Malfoy, right?" Another girl replied before I could.

I cleared my throat and their eyes turned towards me,"I think it'll be just fine. We'll see where it goes, and if there's any problems, I'm sure my wonderful friends wouldn't mind backing me up."

There was a little edge to my voice, but people still laughed at my sarcasm. Smiles went around, and I sighed grateful for my friends. I know they got my back, they always do. They were there for me in the hard times of my father and I, but still were empty minded sometimes. I knew they'd start opening up to Percy now that I expressed interest in him. Get ready Percy, lots of Slytherin friends heading your way.

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Percy

"I still don't know who I'm bringing." Harry complained,"Do you know who you're bringing?"

The question wasn't directed at anyone. I looked around the group. It consisted of Hermione, Ron, Harry, Luna, and I. I spotted the other Weasley aways away with Dean Thomas. Ron suddenly snarled, jealousy emanating off his being.

"Slug Club. It's pathetic."

"It is not, Ron!" Hermione defended.

"It is too! Well, I hope you enjoy your party. Why don't you try getting off with McLaggen, then Slughorn can make you King and Queen Slug —" Ron was cut off by Hermione who was glowering heatedly.

"We're allowed to bring guests, and I was going to ask you to come, but if you think it's that stupid then I won't bother! Obviously if you'd rather I got off with McLaggen..."

Ron looked down sheepishly,"No, I wouldn't."

Hermione huffed approvingly,"Would you want to go then?"

Ron nodded embarrassedly. Now that that matter was solved, Harry looked at me pointedly. What? Oh, the question, yeah. I felt heat crawl up my body, and I blushed like a little school girl. All eyebrows were raised around the table.

I fiddled with my fingers,"I asked Vaisey if he would come with me..."

"Vaisey? As in Slytherin Chaser, Vaisey?" Harry questioned me.

I nodded,"Yeah, I didn't know who else to ask."

"I'd like to go." Luna announced dreamily.

"Harry, why don't you ask Luna to go with you? As friends?" Hermione suggested, turning back towards me,"And you and Vaisey, friends?"

Harry sighed,"I wanted to ask Ginny, but she's with Dean. If you want to though, Luna, you can come with me."

"I'd be happy to, Harry." Luna replied happily.

"Percy, you didn't answer my question." Hermione pointed out, cutting off Ron.

"What question?" I asked, stalling.

"The one about you and Vaisey." Ron answered for me, seeming in a happier mood, but still looking at Harry suspiciously.

I raised an eyebrow, trying to play down the blush,"What about me and Vaisey?"

Hermione rolled her eyes,"Are you going together or as friends?"

I bit my lip,"Friends."

Luna tilted her head,"You sound disappointed."

I shrugged,"It's expected, we only became friends like a month ago."

"Bloody hell, Percy! I didn't know you swung that way!" Ron exclaimed, suddenly intrigued by the conversation.

Harry looked at me accusingly,"Me either."

I just raised an eyebrow,"It never came up. If I came up to you randomly, and said I was bisexual, you'd think I was interested in you."

"What's it like?" Ron nodded, agreeing to my previous statement,"Being attracted to blokes?"

I frowned,"Nothing's different, just the sex."

"Is Vaisey even gay?" Hermione asked me curiously.

I blushed as I remembered,"I'm pretty sure he is."

"Why?" Luna asked, whispering,"Did he tell you?"

I turned red,"Uh... not exactly, but it was implicated."

Hermione narrowed her eyes at me,"Just make sure first. I don't want you to get hurt because he's a tease."

I smiled softly at her,"I will."

"Oi! There he is now!" Ron jumped up, waving,"Vaisey! Over here! Percy wants to ask you something!"

Vaisey embarrassingly enough jogged across the lawn. We were by the lake, and fates decided now was the time to laugh at me. I blushed even harder, glaring at Ron's obliviousness. Vaisey approached us, looking at me questionably.

"Yeah?" He asked, smiling valiantly,"What's up, Perce?"

I gaped like a fish,"Uh... do you like to top or bottom?"

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