• Dangerous to dream •

• Part 15 - Christmas •

I could vaguely remember last night.

All I knew was that I failed.

And from what I know, my father isn't a fan of failure.

I felt my eyes become light and adjust to the bright lighting in the hospital wing.

I turned to my side to once again to see a sleep deprived Draco sitting beside me.

"H-hey"

"LYDIA!"

He given me huge hug.

"Thanks...for staying"

"I was worried about you"

"You don't have to be"

"Yes I do"

I given him a sweet smile and he smirked back.

"Ahhhh, Miss Riddle you're awake...are you feeling alright? You lost quite a bit of blood last night"

"I'm fine...I think"

"Well you'll need to rest for a bit but I think one more night here should be good enough"

"Can my friends come in?"

"Mmm, maybe after their dinner"

"Wait Draco what time is it? How long was I out"

"Well our classes just finished, you've been out most of the day"

"I see, did you save me any candy from yesterday? Cant believe I missed one of the best days in a year..."

"Oh we've got loads, but Vaicey has the most and it really wasn't that great...after what happened"

"Brilliant"

"And...I don't think Vaicey is really up for sharing"

"Don't worry I'll make him share"

"Miss Riddle I really think you should get some more rest, your leg will heal much faster that way"

"Okay, night Draco"

"Night Lyd"

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The cool air and autumn leaves had vanished and were now covered by a thick layer of fresh winter snow.

I had never really seen such thick snow like this...I usually wasn't allowed outside unless Delilah had an event or I had to go to the market.

And today I as extra special...It was Christmas.

Today was actually Christmas.

We were gonna have a feast and everything!

It was the first time I'd actually be celebrating this time of year and I was beyond excited.

But there was one thing that wasn't so good...all of my friends went home for Christmas...I guess since they are all pure bloods they have this big celebration.

Blaise is having a party...and so is Draco.

And I can't go to them since I'm still at Hogwarts.

But I think I'll pass a party if it means I don't have to stay with Delilah.

A week ago I went and got them all gifts...my mother was certainly not poor.

She was a very rich and powerful pure blood just like Draco and Blaise.

Meaning I had plenty to spend as all of her money passed down to me.

I can't imagine what Delilah would do if she knew I had all this money this whole time.