Chapter Thirty-Four: Ring
Y/n couldn't help but feel nervous. She was sitting in Hogwarts express, Moon curled up in her lap. Draco was sitting across her in the quite compartment.
They had opted to sit separately, and
Y/n was glad because she couldn't stop bouncing her leg. Draco wasn't any less. Sure, he didn't voice his nervousness and worry, but he was sweating up at his thoughts.
She set Moon aside, who purred in disapproval but fell asleep again. " I'll go get changed. " She said, grabbing her small bag. Draco nodded.
Y/n left the compartment and found a vacant bathroom, locking herself in. She quickly got in her all black outfit and pulled on her blazer, correcting her hair a little.
Stopping out, she started making her way down the hallway to reach the compartment when she was knocked into someone harshly.
She shot a glare to Harry Potter, who rolled his eyes. " What's with you? " He asked and Y/n rolled her eyes.
" Nothing. "
Walking past him, she entered the compartment and slid the door shut. Draco found himself staring at the girl. Black was her colour. It suited Y/n so much. It contrasted with her pale skin and her black hair matched with the outfit, leaving her blue eyes to glimmer.
When they reached the station, Draco got down and gave her a hand. Y/n took it and they walked past the crowd, finding Aria and Narcissa standing there.
Y/n rolled her eyes internally. Of course, her father wouldn't be there. What was she expecting? She thought, hugging her mother and Narcissa.
Once they apparated back to the Manor, she was greeted by a loud cackle of Bellatrix. Y/n cringed. " There they are! "
Came Bellatrix, two men behind her.
Y/n first thought it was just death eaters, but when got a better look, she realised it was Bellatrix's husband and brother-in-law Rabastan Lestrange.
She nearly threw up at the sight of the man. He looked around 30 of age and was the most ugly looking person on the whole damn world. He had a crooked smile, showing off his yellow disgusting teeth, his brown hair disheveled and his clothes ragged and dusty.
" I'm thinking you're the best choice. " She whispered to Draco, who was seeing the same thing with a horrified expression.
That was the man Darius was marrying Y/n off to? He thought sourly, cringing internally.
" Hello, kids. Rudolphus Lestrange. " Said Bella's husband, Y/n smiled forcefully, shaking his hand. He than proceeded to shake Draco's hand. He seemed normal enough, but Y/n didn't like him because he was Bellatrix's husband. He can't be just normal.
" And I'm Rabastan Lestrange. His
brother. " Y/n stared at his extended hand before giving it a small shake. She quickly slipped it out of his grip, even though he held it for an extra second.
Draco clenched his jaw, shaking his hand. " Lucky man. " He winked at Draco, a sly smirk on his face. Y/n shifted her weight on the other leg, looking at her mother.
" Why don't you two go fresh up? I'll start making dinner. " Narcissa smiled softly. Both Y/n and Draco nodded and quickly made their way upstairs.
" Merlin! " Y/n breathed out as they entered the room and Draco locked it.
" He's really disgusting. "
Y/n sighed and dropped her bag aside, plopping on the bed. " I'm glad we're going back tomorrow. " Draco chuckled and nodded. He didn't know if he could stand that creep any longer.
After the stressful dinner of Y/n being uncomfortable and everyone sitting in a killer silence, they were finally dismissed.
Y/n was the first to make her way upstairs while Draco was called by his mother.
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When Y/n woke up the next day at Christmas, she quickly got ready, wearing a short dress with a sweater over it since it was cold and a pair of socks.
She threw her hair into a messy bun and made her way down to the breakfast. " Happy Christmas. " She was greeted was her parents, Lucius and Narcissa. She smiled. " Happy Christmas. "
She settled into a vacant seat. She didn't speak to her father. She couldn't. She was angry and hurt that he'd raise a hand on her, that too for something that wasn't her fault.
Soon enough, Draco joined, taking a seat beside her. The breakfast passed in silence, this time, a comfortable one.
Y/n was glad. Even Bellatrix was out and she was happy about it.
Narcissa cleared her throat, catching Draco's attention. He looked up, than came to realisation what she was trying to say. He was supposed to propose Y/n while gift exchange.
Oh boy!
He thought, nervousness rising with a high speed. He didn't know why he was nervous in the first place. It was just
Y/n but it was Y/n.
" Gifts! " Aria announced, making her way to the Christmas tree, followed by Darius, Lucius and Narcissa. Y/n simply followed while Draco tucked his hands in his pockets, standing beside her.
While others exchanged gifts, Y/n shuffled and got out hers, handing one to each of them. She was glad she had bought it in advance before leaving Hogwarts.
Draco looked at his mother once more, who was giving him a soft encouraging smile. He took out the box from his pocket and looked at his mother pleadingly. Couldn't he do that when he was alone with Y/n?
Looking at smiling faces of his parents and Y/n's, he took a deep breath. He cleared his throat and bent down on one knee, catching Y/n's attention. The noirette turned around to see, only to be surprised by a ring in front of her.
She widened her eyes in shock and surprise, looking at Draco. " Y/n Katerine Clair, will you make me the happiest man alive and marry me? "
Y/n could feel all the eyes on her and she could imagine the big smiles. But her eyes never left Draco's. His eyes were hopeful and he looked at her with slight worry.
" Yes. " She breathed out in a whisper, not even recognizing her own voice. Draco's face broke into a wide grin, making Y/n smile genuinely at him, her cheeks pink.
Draco carefully slid the ring in her ring finger, pulling her in a tight hug. Y/n couldn't describe how she felt. She was actually happy despite everything felt like it would end any minute. Was she dreaming?
" Thank you. " Draco whispered, placing a gentle kiss on her temple. " Shouldn't I say that to you? " She asked, pecking his cheek.
Aria pulled Y/n in a warm hug, relief rushing through her body. " I'm so happy for you! "
That evening seemed like an actual christmas evening. Everyone seemed happy and relaxed, making Y/n feel genuinely happy after a long time.
When she went to bed that night, she hoped it wasn't a dream. Excitement was too much, she couldn't sleep that night. After twisting and turning for most of the night, she sat up and sighed.
Looking at her hand, she adored the ring, taking a good look of it. It was Malfoy Ring. Narcissa had told her about it before. It was passed down to generations.
Tip toeing out of her room, she reached Draco's and sneaked in. Draco was asleep, so she quitely made her way to the other end of the bed and climbed in.
" Couldn't sleep? " Draco stirred, turning to face his now, fiancée. Y/n hummed tiredly, letting Draco wrap his arms around her waist. He pulled her in his chest and kissed her forehead.
" How about now? " Y/n giggled, looking up. " Much better. " Draco smiled to himself and shifted comfortably. Both of them fell asleep that night with a smile on their faces.
End
Awww!!! Oh my God!! They're engaged!! What do you think will happen next?
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