Part 11

                                    

                                          
"Hey Draco.. Will you be my date to the Yule Ball?" I heard Jasmaine ask. Blaise, Clara, and I all looked at them. Blaise and Clara both looked shocked. As did Draco. 
We all looked at Draco awaiting his answer. His face got a little pink and he stuttered. "w-w-what? you...want to go to the  ball...with me..?" he said to jasmaine who was bright red and she nodded. he grinned like a little boy and nodded. she smiled and we all went back to eating. though i saw them both glancing at each other when the other wasnt looking.
Friday came rather quickly. We had no classes so we could all get ready from the Ball. 

The room was dimly lit by the soft glow of candles, creating a cozy atmosphere that barely masked the nervous energy. Jasmaine, with her sleek blonde hair, stood in front of the mirror in her emerald green dress, twirling a strand of hair nervously between her fingers. The Yule Ball was just around the corner, and the anticipation was making her jittery.
Clara, who was dating Blaise, and Blaise himself, were all laughs and giggles as they helped each other with final touches. Meanwhile, I couldn't help but notice Jasmaine's anxious glances towards the door. It was pretty clear she had a massive crush on Draco Malfoy, who was waiting for her in the common room.
Clara shot Jasmaine a reassuring smile. "You look stunning, Jas. Draco's going to be speechless," she said, adjusting a loose strand of her auburn curls.
But Jasmaine, the shy and nervous one of the group, just blushed furiously and muttered a shy "thanks." Her hands fumbled with the straps of her dress, and every time she caught a glimpse of herself in the mirror, she'd let out a little squeak of nervousness.
Blaise, being the suave guy he was, tried to lighten the mood. "Relax, Jas. Draco is just a wizard, like the rest of us," he teased, giving her a playful nudge.
I could see the anxiety in Jasmaine's eyes, though. She wasn't used to all the attention, especially not from someone like Draco Malfoy. It was clear she had been dreaming about this moment for a while, and the reality of it was almost too much for her to handle.
As the three of us made our way to the Great Hall, Jasmaine took deep breaths to calm her nerves. She kept twirling that strand of hair, and I could tell her mind was racing with thoughts of Draco.
The Yule Ball unfolded with its enchanting atmosphere, but Jasmaine's nervous energy persisted. She danced with Draco, her steps uncertain but filled with the kind of sweetness that only a genuine crush could bring. Every time he said something, she would respond with a soft, shy laugh, her cheeks turning a deeper shade of red.
Amidst the laughter and joy of the Yule Ball, Jasmaine's nervous charm added a touch of innocence to the night. It was endearing to see her navigate the dance floor, her shy demeanor making her crush on Draco all the more evident. As the night progressed, I couldn't help but smile at the adorable spectacle that was Jasmaine's nervous dance with Draco.
 I heard some clear their throat and i spun. i saw Mattheo. i sighed and reluctantly danced with him. i felt a pair of eyes on mt the entire time. i glanced back and saw Severus watching me. or more specifically, mattheo. he stared at him with a death glare. no doubt from what i told him the other night. 
mattheo spun me. my long black dress fanning out like a princess. after a few dances i made the excuse to go get a drink. i was pouring a glass of punch when I heard a soft voice besides me. "you look absolutely gorgeous tonight, my love." i turn and i see severus standing next to me. hes not close enough to raise suspicion from the other students or teachers. but he was close enough where i could hear him. i smile and feel my face get a little hot. 
"thank you, professor" i whisper back. i look at him for a moment. hes wearing his usual black robes and his eyes roam over my body. i smile and turn back to where mattheo is waiting for me. i slowly make my way back towards him. i hand him a glass of punch and slowly sip mine. 
later that night i was getting ready for bed when there was a knock at my door. i open it and jasmaine is standing there with a huge grin on her face. "come in. girl what happened" i say knowing something happened. 
"draco...draco kissed me." she squealed. she was so happy her entire body was shaking and i couldnt help but giggle at her. her face was flushed red and she looked like she was way over the moon. 
"thats amazing! are yall dating?" i ask her. she shrugs. 
"i dont know. he didnt ask. but it was amazing. we danced so close together and then we walked around the gardens and he called me beautiful and kissed me." she said recounting the events of what happened that night. i was so happy for her. 
we talked for a little longer then she went back to her room. i got into bed and fell into a soundless sleep. 
the next day was saturday. The majority of the students would be going to hogmeade today. but i wasnt going. neither of my parents were there to sign the paper to allow me to go. i didnt really want to go anyway. i decided instead i was going to have the day to myself. as i got up and went to walk out of my room. i saw a single rose and a note. the note was short. and i recognized the handwriting almost immediately. 
'meet me in my office. please. -S.S' 
I immediately grabbed my purse and rushed to Severus's office. Once there i knocked gently on the door and waited for his response. 
"come in." came his most perfect voice. i walked in and closed the door. i smiled at him and sat down across from him. 
"you wanted to see my professor?" i ask. he doesnt look at me like he normally does. immediately im a little concerned. 
"Y/N. tell me the truth...who is you father?"