Fic: Satisying His Curiosity

[alisanne]

Title: Satisfying His Curiosity
Fandom: Harry Potter
Pairing: None
Rating: G
Word count: 386
Beta: sevfan
Disclaimer: See HERE
A/N: The next in my 2007 adventdrabbles series. They should be read in this order to make the most sense: Out More, The Matchmakers, One Never Knows, And so it Starts, Playing With Gryffindors, Reunion, Wands Out and The Interview.


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Satisfying His Curiosity

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Lucius smiled and Harry shivered.

“What an interesting group,” Lucius observed, his cool glance sweeping over them. “What could you all be discussing so intently?”

“Hello, Father.” Draco gestured towards the empty chair. “Would you like to join us?”

Lucius glanced once again at Harry, apparently aware of his discomfort, if the smirk on his face was any indication. “Perhaps for a few minutes,” he said, settling elegantly into the vacant seat. “I must return to my meeting with the Minister, however.”

Harry sighed, wondering at the amazing recuperative powers of the Malfoy scion. From outcast to favourite of the new regime, Lucius made it look effortless.

“Anyway, I was just telling our newest client, Harry, how our exclusive Matchmaking Spell works,” Draco said.

“Really?” Lucius raised an eyebrow. “That’s the one you modified from my Tracking Spell, isn’t it?”

Harry’s eyes widened. “You used a Dark spell on me?”

Lucius’ countenance went cool, but before he could respond, Neville said, “Oh, no, Harry. It’s not Dark at all, I promise, I checked it out thoroughly.”

“I’m shocked that you could suggest such a thing, Mr. Potter,” Lucius purred. “I have never been a purveyor of Dark spells.”

Harry almost choked on his ale as Draco shot a nasty look his way. “Anyway, I was asking general questions and explaining how he needs to be very specific about his wants for it to work correctly.”

“Very true,” Lucius said. “The spell is reliant upon knowing the beneficiary’s soul’s desire.”

“Yes, I told him that.” Draco was staring triumphantly at Harry, whose had mouth dropped open.

“Those were not general questions by any stretch! They were very personal,” he shot back.

Draco shrugged. “Well I’ll admit that a certain number of those were just to satisfy my own curiosity,” he said, smirking.

Harry rolled his eyes. “Git.”

“In any event, it certainly appears to be working,” Lucius said. “I’ve seen several potential suitors approach this table in the short time I was across the room. You must have eclectic tastes, Potter.”

Harry coloured brightly. “Erm...”

“And it appears there are more to come,” Lucius continued, staring over Harry’s shoulder. “I should go. I look forward to more of the show, Potter.”

“What?” Harry looked towards the door, surprised to see a familiar person walking up to them...

~ Continued in Brisk Traffic

Comments

[shiv5468.insanejournal.com]

I'm wondering how long you can drag this out before Snapey appears.

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Let's see. We're on day 9 and I have 25 of them to do, so...
*wg*
But you're right. He's bound to appear at some point. :)

[firefly124.insanejournal.com]

“I have never been a purveyor of Dark spells.”

*coughsputter* Wow. I'm very impressed that he manages to say that with a straight face! LOL

“What?” Harry looked towards the door, surprised to see a familiar person walking up to them...

I'm just not even going to try guessing, but just wait for the next installment at the edge of my seat. :-)

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Hahahaha! Yeah, Lucius has what you could call a very selective memory. *g*
And aww, c'mon. This is no fun unless there's speculation. ;)

[kabal42.insanejournal.com]

Hehe, great bit of dialogue here! I love Lucius' voice too :-) The "I have never been a purveyor of Dark spells." made me laugh. And it was nice to hear more about how the spells work.

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

LOL! Oh, you caught me. This was my exposition chapter. *g*
But hopefully it wasn't too boring when recited in Lucius' voice. :)
Thanks!

[kabal42.insanejournal.com]

*G* No worries, it wasn't boring at all. Rather amusing :-)

[angela_snape.insanejournal.com]

That Lucius ... must be made of Teflon or something, if he's the new darling and not in Azkaban!

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

It's Malfoy metal. *nods*
Even more slippery than Teflon. :)

Thanks, hon!

[celandineb.insanejournal.com]

*snickers*

Am I allowed to hope that he ends up with Draco... or Neville? *g*

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Heh. You're allowed to hope anything you like, hon! ;)

[kaykayen.insanejournal.com]

Ack! The suspense is killing me and there are too many more days before Christmas before the end (and not enough days before Christmas to finish my shopping :( )

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Hee! I totally sympathize about the Christmas shopping. I am so far behind it's ridiculous. *g*
And I can skip a few days if that will make you feel better. :D

[cblue9.insanejournal.com]

“I have never been a purveyor of Dark spells.”
Bwuahahahah! This one even made my cat laugh!
Lucius Malfoy can say a lie and make it sound like truth. Next he'll be saying "I never heard of Voldemort! Ever!"

Eclectic taste? Weird sounds more like it, but then again, the spell was set for everything that walks!*g*

Considerind the last candidates, I wouldn't be surprise if Tom Riddle just walked through those doors!*sigh*

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Lucius says: Volde-who?
And yes, the spell is a bit general right now. Heh. It should calm down in a bit.

Bwahahahaha! If I could think of a way to get Voldie in there, I would. Heh. But no, there will be no Voldie, no Bella and prolly no Nagini. *giggles*

Yay for cat laughter. :)

[witchdragon.insanejournal.com]

I feel like a cat who is having a string dangeled in front of it, but can't reach- you lady are a tease I lvoe it *g*

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Heee. I know. But there will be a payoff, I promise. *g*
Thanks for hanging in there with me! *hugs*

[entrenous88.insanejournal.com]

No, Lucius, don't go! Drag Harry off behind a tall potted plant and kiss the daylights out of him!!!

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Hehehehe. I dunno. That would be a trifle obvious for Lucius, though. *g* He's much more subtle. :)

Thanks!

[entrenous88.insanejournal.com]

No one else would have to see! There could be spells!

;)

[felaine.insanejournal.com]

Of course I want Harry to end up with Draco or Snape, or both in a pefect world. But as you wrote, we have many days to go.

Okay.
I want Minerva, giggling and letting her bun down. (her hair, you pervert!)

You're right, this is fun.
Loved the Slytherin Duel, BTW.

Felaine

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Hahahahaha. Minerva? Hmm. I had no plans to include her, I'm afraid, but I suppose there's still time. *g*
And Harry will end up with... well, you'll see eventually. *wg*
Glad you're reading, Felaine. :)

[sweetmelodykiss.insanejournal.com]

Ooh, who's next? I can't wait. Lovely!

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Thanks, hon!
I have the next few chapters done but the lack of internet at home is making it impossible to post I'm afraid. I hope I can update soon. Glad you're enjoying them, though, my dear!

[erikdesoir.insanejournal.com]

The icon says it all. >:D

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Heee. And it's a lovely icon indeed. :)

[gin_tonic.insanejournal.com]

Is that Snape? :D *bounces*

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

LOL. As soon as I can post the next one you'll see... *g*
Thanks, hon!

[enchanted_jae.insanejournal.com]

Aaack!

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

*hugs you*
This may not be the fic for you, Jae. :*

[sassy_cissa.insanejournal.com]

Draco shrugged. “Well I’ll admit that a certain number of those were just to satisfy my own curiosity,” he said, smirking.

*snickers* Oh Draco....you slay me!

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Heh. Can't say I blame him, actually. If I'd had the chance I prolly would have asked the same things. ;)

Thanks, love!

[lesyeuxverts.insanejournal.com]

LOL, I love Lucius ... so clever!

[alisanne.insanejournal.com]

Oh yes. No matter what, Lucius is always in control. Or at least he appears to be. *g*
Thanks, Lyv!