Previously on Chapter 95

"So, Y/N..." Hermione said. "Yeah?" I said, turning to look at her. "Can you tell us your family's origin? How they became the founder of magic and such?" She said. I smile knowingly. Hermione always eager to learn. I nod my head and begin to tell them the real history of magic.

-I'll Always Love You-

Y/N P.O.V

We continue our journey through the woods. We've got to be very careful, meaning we need to watch our surrounding. The last thing we need is getting notice by one of the Death-eaters. It will instantly alert the rest of them.

"What happened to you guys after I disappear from Hogwarts?" I asked, realizing I haven't known about that. Heck... I don't even know how the Death-eaters manage to take over the place. But I can guess what happens.

After Professor Dumbledore's death, no one can defend Hogwarts because Voldemort is scared of him. So with Professor Dumbledore gone... he can do as he pleased.

"They help relocate me to a safer place. 6 of them, consists of the Weasley twins, Fleur, Hermione, Ron and Fletcher turns into me. So there's 7 me in total. Hedwig and Professor Moody died. While George lost an ear... it was such a disaster..." he said. "I'm sorry I wasn't there to help you" I said, looking at him with an apologetic smile. "I wouldn't want you to sacrifice yourself for me... nor anyone..." he said, turning to me with a small smile.

"He try to sneak out and leave us after what happens that night..." Hermione said. "We stopped him, of course..." Ron said. "It makes me feel so bad for not being there" I said, running my free hand through my hair, as the other one is being held by Draco. He have been silent the whole time, rarely ever utter a word.

I turn to look at him to see him looking down as we walk. I give his hand a light squeeze. "Are you okay?" I asked. "Yeah..." he mumbled. "Are you sure?" I said again. "Positive" he said, smiling at me. I just hum, he probably just don't wanna talk about it. So... I'll just wait for him to be ready.

Draco P.O.V

I shouldn't be here... this isn't my place. I'm a Death-eater. I'm a monster. While they're the ones that is trying to fight for the good. While I'm stuck with the Dark Side. Even though it isn't my choice... I still feel like I don't belong here.

I should leave

Time-skip

We camp one more night. We're already extremely close to Hogwarts, so we have to find the safest spot to rest. I put up a barrier, which will make all of us invisible from the outside. That way, even if they walk passed us, they wouldn't be able to see us.

I lay on the bed, with Draco next to me. He's playing with my hair. It makes me feel relaxed and safe. His arms is my safe place. I love being here with him.

"It's already starting to get pretty late, Y/N... you should sleep..." he said. I let out a sigh as I snuggle closer to him. "I can't sleep..." I said. "Is it because you're worried?" He said. I nod my head. "Yeah... I don't know what will be in store for us when we reach Hogwarts. From what the others said, the ground is full of Death-eaters..." I said. He sighs as he pulls me even closer, tightening his arms around me.

I feel his hand on my chin, gently tilting my head to look at him. "Which is why you need to rest, Y/N... you're the strongest one among us. You need to be in your best shape..." he said. "I guess you're right..." I said. "Sleep... I love you, baby..." he said. "I love you too, Draco..." I said. I lean my head against his chest once again, closing my eyes and let myself drift off to sleep.

Draco P.O.V

I pull away slightly and look at Y/N. I place a soft kiss on her forehead. I gently remove her arms from my torso and get up. I slowly stand up to make sure she won't wake up.

"I'm sorry... but I have to leave. This isn't my place" I said, in a low voice. I feel tears streaming down my cheeks. I wipe them away and take a deep breath. I turn to Potter, who's sleeping.

I walk towards him and cover his mouth. This wakes him up almost immediately. He looks at me with his eyes wide open. I place my finger on my lips, to tell him to be quiet. I gesture him to come with me. Then I walk out of the tent without saying another word.

I make sure to walk far enough from the tent. I hear his footsteps behind me. I turn to look at him as he walks towards me.

"Are you out of your mind, Malfoy?! What did you do that for??" He yelled at me. "Shh!! You're going to wake the others!" I said. He calms down and looks at me.

"What is it?" He said. "I'm leaving..." I said. "Why?! Are you insane? Y/N will be very upset if you leave" he said. "I know... but I don't have a choice. I just don't belong here. I'm one of them. I'm a Death-eater. Which means I'm your enemy..." I said. He just stay silent after I said that.

I look away from him. "I have a favor to ask from you, Potter..." I said. "YOU? Asking favor from ME?" He said. "Yes. There's no other person with us right now, are there?" I said, glaring at him. "Right... I'm sorry..." he muttered. I scoff and roll my eyes at him, turning my head away. I stare into the distance and run my hand through my hair.

"What favor?" He asked. "Take care of Y/N for me. I know you love her. She deserves to be happy... and she won't be happy if she's with me. So as hard as it is for me. I'm letting her go... for you to take care of" I said. His eyes widened at my words.

I turn to face him. "I know that we haven't been on a good terms... like at all. If the situation are different, I can see myself being one of your closest friend..." I said. I turn to him and walk towards him, placing my hand on his shoulder.

I smile softly at him. "Promise me you'll take care of Y/N... now that I won't be able to do that anymore" I said. He looks hesitant. "Please... Harry..." I said. His eyes widened when I call him by his first name.

"I... I promise..." he said. "Thank you... and goodbye" I said. "Goodbye... Draco... I hope you'll find whatever you're looking for" he said. I give him a nod, smiling. "You too, Harry..." I said. I give him a short hug and pull away. Then I turn around and walks away. Away from Y/N's life... away from the girl I love dearly.

I keep walking, with tears streaming down. I didn't look back... not even once. I know if I do look back, I won't be able to leave. So I just keep walking ahead. I'm sorry, love. I'm so sorry. This is for the best. But no matter what happens... I'll always love you...

Goodbye, Y/N... 

*to be continued*