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Valentines Day Oneshot with My OC and Ominis!

Warnings: Kissing and extreme fluff

Valentines day, the single most annoying day on planet earth. Especially to a lonesome Slytherin like Ominis Gaunt. While not entirely lonesome with the Sallow twins as friends who might as well just be his siblings at this point. Other than that no one talked to him, heck, no one even looked at him.

It was as if he was cursed, if someone accidentally brushed up against him they would profusely apologize whilst running away, scared they would be cursed with dark magic.

Ominis learned to deal with this, after 4 years of experiencing lonely Valentine's days he had been reserved to be alone.

That was till this Valentine's day of course. This odd, brand new fifth year had become friends with Sebastian and through Sebastian became friends with Ominis. They weren't scared of him or his last name. Whether it be naievity Or what say you, they didn't seem to care about rumors.

They spent most of their time with him and Sebastian. Ominis didn't mind, a new voice as pleasant as theirs was very welcome. But there was this thing they would do, that not even Sebastian or Anne would do. Ominis constantly felt eyes on him when he was around her. A feeling he was not used to.

She would stare at him directly when talking to him, he could hear her smile as she spoke. He found himself wanting to have her presence. Wanting to have her near as it just made his very soul happy.

This was completely foreign, he didn't know what to call it. That was till he described his feelings to Sebastian one evening in their dorm.

“You are down BAD-” Sebastian said, jaw dropped.

“Wh-what does that even mean-?” Ominis asked.

“You like her-” Sebastian said.

“Like her? I mean I like her presence, and her voice… and her personality… the way she speaks… is she pretty? She seems that way, at least personality wise- I mean it doesn't matter if she is pretty but I feel like she is-” he was rambling.

“You love her-” Sebastian said, eyes wide at his best friend.

“What-? No- love is- no- …really…?” Ominis looked scared.

“Why are you looking terrified-?” Sebastian asked

“I-I can't love her- I'm a Gaunt I don't… do that kind of thing…” Ominis turned his head away, eyes staring vacantly forward.

“What's up guys?” The new fifth year, Gracelynn came striding up to the two, they were in the Undercroft after all.

Ominis’ face seemed to catch on fire with how red he got, he turned so he was facing away from her, he didn't want her to see him. He didn't feel like he even deserved it.

“Ominis?” She asked, trying to get closer to him.

“I uh- just remembered, I have to go collect some things for the next class see you both later-” He quickly made his way out of the Undercroft. When he left the secret doorway, he pressed himself against the wall and held his chest. He could hear his heartbeat, thrumming in his ears. He wiped his hand down his face. “It's impossible-”

“What's with him?” Gracelynn asked Sebastian, still reeling from him leaving so abruptly.

“Girl trouble-” Sebastian said with a smirk.

“Oh… I see…” Gracelynn assumed it was someone else, heaven forbid it be her… the thought saddened her slightly. Sebastian noticed her change, an eyebrow raising.

“Are you okay?” He asked.

“I just… guy troubles…” she said, repeating what Sebastian had said.

Sebastian held the bridge of his nose, ‘They both are blind-’ “Anyway- with your boy troubles, they might be solved with Valentine's day coming up. I'm sure you will get plenty of Valentines.” Sebastian said.

She was the most popular girl in school, everyone knew her as the Hero of Hogwarts. She looked back at the doorway to the Undercroft and sighed, “Probably not from the one I want though…” Ominis had stated how much he loathed the holiday, she knew that was probably the last thing on his mind.

“You have a day or two to change that you know-” Sebastian said, patting her on the shoulder.

“Isn't it more romantic when the guy asks?” Gracelynn said, turning to her much taller friend.

“I mean yeah but it's a hard thing to do asking someone out-” Sebastian said.

Gracelynn sighed And pried Sebastian's hand off her shoulder. She turned to him. “Could you keep a secret?” She asked him seriously.

“I can yes-” Sebastian said, crossing his arms.

“Actually, no you broke Ominis’ promise with this place-” Gracelynn said, looking around the Undercroft.

“Ugh- that was a while ago-” Sebastian whined.

“How can I trust you won't tell him-?” She said, scowling at him.

Sebastian thought for a moment, then his face turned into a smirk. “If you don't tell me I'll just guess.”

Gracelynn huffed, “Go on then- this might actually be mildly entertaining.” She crossed her arms.

“I bet you 5 galleons I can guess in one try-” Sebastian smirked.

“I'm not betting, I don't do that- You've been around Crossed wands too much it seems.” Gracelynn sighed and shook her head at him.

“Fine… it's Ominis isn't it?” Sebastian said with a smile. Gracelynn's face immediately gave it away. “Hah! I would be 5 galleons richer-!”

“Sh-shut up-” Gracelynn said, hiding her face. “I-is it that obvious-!?”

“Duh I'm the best friend for both of you, out of anyone I definitely should be able to figure out that much-” Sebastian moved his hands to his hips.

Gracelynn groaned in frustration, her hands moved down her face. “How long have you known?”

“Since the Scriptorium,” Sebsatian said, pretending to inspect his nails with a wide smirk on his face.

“Urgh- Sallow don't you DARE tell Ominis-” Gracelynn said, poking him in the chest.

Sebasan put his hands up in surrender, “My lips are Sealed.” He smiled.

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“I've been thinking…” Ominis said, twirling his wand in his hands as he lay on his bed.

“That's dangerous-” Sebastian stated, he was laying in his bed reading a book.

“Maybe I do… love Gracelynn…” Ominis said, sighing.

“Oh?” Sebastian put the book down and turned onto his side, looking directly at his best friend.

“A-and maybe… maybe spending Valentines with her doesn't sound too bad…” Ominis’ eyes shifted from one side to the other, he was blushing a lot. Imagining going around Hogsmeade holding hands with Gracelynn, getting a Butterbeer together, hearing her reaction to him giving her flowers and chocolates. He could imagine her excitement and it made him smile at himself.

“Finally you figured it out-” Sebastian said with relief. “I'm sure she would love that.”

“Really?” Ominis asked, his head turning toward his best friend.

“Yes really, seeing you two interact I have a sneaking suspicion she would like it.” Sebastian smiled to himself. He was still keeping his promise about not telling Ominis that Gracelynn liked him but he was hoping he was being cryptic enough, just not too cryptic.

Ominis bit his bottom lip then sat up in bed, he threw his legs over the side and headed to his desk, he used his wand to find paper and a quill. He quickly penned a letter to Gracelynn to meet him in the Undercroft after Breakfast tomorrow morning.

“What's that you're doing?” Sebastian asked, watching his friend quizzically.

“Writing a letter to her to meet me, Undercroft is off limits to you after Breakfast.” He stated, folding up the note and putting it into an envelope. He went to the end of his bed where his owl was, his barn owl, Allistor. He held his arm out towards him and the owl moved gracefully onto his arm. Ominis gave the owl a scratch on the head before handing him the letter.

“This is very important, get this to Gracelynn please.” He stated, the bird took the envelope and flapped his wings and left the room. Ominis waited till he couldn't hear the owl anymore before returning to his bed.

“What are you going to say to her then?” Sebastian asked.

“I-I hadn't thought that far yet…” Ominis stated honestly.

“Well you ought to figure it out by morning-” Sebastian said, “I'm going to bed.” He turned off his lamp and the room went dark, which made no difference to Ominis of course. Ominis paced, he was racking his brain for what to say, he wanted it to be romantic, like in Pride and Prejudice, but also very much from the heart.

He stayed up most of the night thinking about what to say. He woke up on the floor of the dorm, his face imprinted with the carpet, he rubbed at his eyes.

“Morning Sleeping Beauty, get some nice rest on the floor?” Sebastian asked, smirking from his bed.

“Shut up Sallow-” Ominis said, sitting up and fixing his hair back into place.

He got up and headed to his closet, getting changed into his school uniform. As he buttoned his vest he got the idea to get something for Gracelynn when he met her. He quickly tied his shoes and grabbed his wand, leaving out the room quickly. He headed straight to the Herbology Greenhouses. He didn't care who he bumped into; he was moving quickly, almost running.

He made it to Herbology and was a bit red in the face from running, Professor Garlik was surprised to see Ominis so early. “Mr. Gaunt your class isn't till tomorrow-”

“I know- I just need some help because of my erm… predicament…” He said, coming down the stairs.

Professor Garlik moved a mandrake pot with wingardium leviosa and added some fertilizer. “That Predicament being…?”

“As you very well know I cannot see, but I was wanting to get some flowers for… for…”

“A special girl?” Professor Garlik smiled at him. Ominis gulped and nodded his head. Professor Garlik chuckled at him. “Of course I will help you, here, follow me.” Professor Garlik left her gloves and went to the side Greenhouse, Ominis followed after her. This Greenhouse was filled to the brim with magical flowers and muggle ones too.

“Is there a particular flower this girl of yours likes?” Professor Garlik asked as she gathered some shrubbery for the bouquet.

“I-I uh don't know…” Ominis said nervously.

“Not to worry, we can work off of her favorite color.” Professor Garlik said with an encouraging tone.

“Her favorite colors are blue and purple, she switches every so often.” Ominis explained.

“Brilliant, those colors go very well together.” Professor Garlik summoned some pots and got to work making a small bouquet; she conjured a ribbon and tied it around the base. “There you are Mr. Gaunt.” She gently handed the bouquet to him.

Ominis held the bouquet, he took in the pleasant smell of lavender, his favorite scent. He smiled widely, “This is wonderful I am sure, thank you so much for your help Professor.” Ominis said.

“Anytime Mr. Gaunt, now go show that lovely bouquet to her! Good luck!” She said, before leaving back to the main greenhouse. Ominis gulped and readjusted the bouquet, he had no idea what it looked like but hopefully it was pretty enough for Gracelynn. He headed out to the floo flame, praying no one was up early enough to see him holding this bouquet. He flooed to the Defense Against the Dark Arts tower and quickly raced to the Undercroft.

He entered and heard no one else he sighed heavily and slumped against the wall with relief. She wasn't there yet. He made his way to one of the tables and gently set the Bouquet down. He began pacing as he rehearsed what he was going to say to her. He paced and paced for what seemed like an eternity, then he heard the gate open to the Undercroft. He quickly hid the Bouquet behind his robe.

“Good morning Ominis!” Gracelynn said, sounding chipper. “What did you want to meet with me about?” Her voice went a bit lower, “It isn't Sebastian again is it?”

“What? Oh heavens no-” Ominis said, shaking his head. “It er- actually has to do with the Holiday coming up.”

“Easter?” Gracelynn guessed, surely he wasn't talking about his most Hated Holiday Valentine's Day, which was tomorrow.

“Er- no sooner- much, much sooner,” Ominis said, shifting on his feet, his face starting to grow pink which was a huge difference to his pale Gaunt skin.

“Ominis? Is everything alright, you're acting so nervous-” Gracelnyn said, genuinely worried for her friend.

“What-!? No- I-” Ominis tried to find his words but struggled, he coughed to clear his throat. He took a deep breath. “Here-” He revealed the bouquet of flowers from behind him. Gracelynn's eyes widened.

“Wh-what are those for?” She asked, the bouquet of daisies, lavender, roses, and bluebells was breathtaking. They were her favorite colors.

“F-for you, here take them-” He said, holding the bouquet out to her, there wasn't a lot of room to hold them as Ominis’ hands were covering most of the handle, her hands lightly brushed over his and he released his grip on the bouquet.

“Ominis- I-I don't know what to say-” Gracelynn was stunned, the boy she had a huge crush on just gave her flowers, right before Valentine's day.

“D-Do you like them? I-I had to ask for help from Professor Garlik as I can't see I wanted it to be something you liked so I chose purple and blue as you flip-flop between which is your favorite color-” He spoke as if the words were a waterfall coming from his mouth.

“I love them, thank you Ominis,” Gracelynn said, beaming. She smelled the bouquet and closed her eyes taking it in. She opened her eyes and saw Ominis awkwardly playing with his wand in his hands.

“Is there something on your mind?” Gracelynn asked, lowering the bouquet.

“I- well- yes-” Ominis said, his eyes shifting from the right to the left. Gracelynn waited and listened intently to his every word.

He cleared his throat again, “A-as you know tomorrow is Valentine's day and I-I was wondering if you would like to... accompany me…?”

“As a friend?” Gracelynn asked, dumbstruck, despite being a Ravenclaw.

“What-? Er- no not exactly-” Ominis blushed profusely. “Perhaps… more than friends…?”

“What do you mean Ominis?” Gracelynn asked, she was so confused, surely what she thought was happening wasn't happening.

“Gracelynn I-I really like you… I want to spend time with you, as more than just friends…” Ominis said, nervously. Gracelynn was silent, her eyes were wide and her face was red.

‘Surely Not-’ she thought, she shook her head. “E-Excuse me, I don't think I heard you right- you… like me?”

“Yes… quite a lot in fact-” Ominis said nervously, fiddling with his wand. Gracelynn was struck speechless. Ominis shifted, “Do you not like me….?” he looked terrified, even at the thought of her not liking him back. Gracelynn snapped out of her stupor and inched forward. Ominis stopped fiddling with his wand and froze, hearing her come closer.

Gracelynn wrapped her arms around him tightly. Ominis tensed at the gesture, he hadn't really been hugged before. “How could I not like you-!? You're one of my best friends, I love being around you, I love spending time with you.” She said softly.

“Only As a friend?” Ominis asked, saddened. Gracelyn shook her head.

“No- I-I want to be more than just friends too-” Gracelynn was blushing a lot, she went to step away from the hug but Ominis gently grabbed her arms and kept her in place.

“So you like me too?” Ominis asked, his heart was racing a mile a minute.

“Yes of course!” Gracelynn said with a giggle, her laugh made Ominis blush more and his heart skipped a beat.

“Would you like to spend tomorrow with me then, in Hogsmeade?” He asked, nervously.

“I thought you would never ask, yes Ominis, I would love nothing more than to go around Hogwarts with you on Valentine's day.” She beamed.

“G-good, uhm now that that is all… well sorted… what do we do now?” Ominis asked, he didn't think this far ahead.

Gracelynn giggled, “This is obviously your first experience with romance, isn't it?”

“Y-yes, honestly never thought it would happen-” Ominis replied honestly. “Wait, have you before-?”

“Me neither,” She smiled.

“Good- I guess- uhm-” Ominis bit his bottom lip out of nervousness. Gracelynn noticed and gently moved her hand to his cheek, Ominis was startled by this a bit and his mouth parted slightly.

“Is this okay?” She asked as she gently caressed his cheek with her thumb.

“I- yes- I'm sorry just this is confusing- I've Never felt like this before and I don't know what to do and I just-” Ominis was rambling. Gracelynn giggled she had certainly never seen the stoic Ominis Gaunt in such a state before.

“You are so cute,” she said, smiling widely. “We can go as slow as you want to Ominis, there's no pressure at all.” Gracelynn said, hugging him again, this time Ominis shakily wrapped his arms around her and hugged her back.

“This- this is nice actually…” He said, he closed his eyes and took in the whole situation with his senses, her smell was pleasant, she smelled of dittany and Evergreen. Her body was soft and she was smaller than him by a bit, he held her as if she were a porcelain doll that would break if he was too rough.

“Hugs always are nice,” She smiled up at him, he was smiling too. Oh how badly she wanted to kiss him, but she knew that might be taking it a step too far, they only just told each other they liked one another.

“Can I get these more often?” He asked hesitantly.

“Of course! Take one whenever you like!” Gracelynn said. “...well now that we said we both like each other, more than friends, I assume you want me to be your girlfriend?” she asked, looking up at him.

He seemed to blush more, “I- yes, I would love it if you would be my girlfriend.” He smiled gently.

She giggled, “I would love to Ominis-!”

He held her closer and took a deep, shaky breath. She could tell he had been so nervous. She gently rubbed his back as they hugged.

They broke apart after a short while. “I need to take these to my dormitory before classes. I don’t want them to wilt, they're so beautiful.” She said, admiring the flowers again.

“Right yeah, we do have class soon-” Ominis said. His heart was still hammering away in his chest.

Gracelynn looked at him and tucked a bit of her hair behind her ear. “I'll uh see you in class then.” She smiled at him before turning to leave.

“Y-yeah see you then-!” Ominis said. She giggled and left the Undercroft, clutching the bouquet close to her chest.

Ominis stood there still processing what had happened, his face went aflame and he hit himself in the head. “I should have kissed her- or done something-! I just freaking stood in a hug. What is wrong with me-!?” He whacked his head against a nearby wooden box. He then sneezed as it made a huge amount of dust kick up.

—--

The day's classes went by normally. Ominis realized he sat nowhere near Gracelynn during any of the classes. He kept wanting to go to her but Sebastian kept saying she was talking with someone or heading off to the next class quickly.

Ominis felt a bit annoyed, he had poured out his heart and she wasn't exactly giving him the time of day. After their final class she left in a hurry. Ominis had no clue as to where. He decided to go to the Undercroft and cast out his frustration.

He confringoed the training dummy in there many times, he stopped when he heard the gate open. “Hello?”

“Heya Ominis, how'd it go?” Sebastian asked as he waltzed in, hands in his pockets. He then took a look At the room and smelt The fire. “That bad huh?”

“Well- no not exactly, she said she liked me more than a friend too and that we can go at whatever pace I like. I just kinda… froze…” Ominis said, sadly.

“Froze?” Sebastian tried to stifle his laughter.

“It's like she has some sort of anti-thinking magic that makes me blank and nervous- I don't know why-” Ominis said, sounding frustrated.

“It's because you have a crush and you like her that that happens.” Sebastian explained, patting his friend on the shoulder.

“Does that mean she feels the same kind of thing too? Like blanking out and getting flustered?” Ominis asked.

“Not necessarily everyone treats romance differently. It was nice of her to offer to take things slow, I wish I had done The same-” Sebastian said, thinking to a past relationship.

“You were 13 and dumb-” Ominis said, crossing his arms.

“Yeah yeah whatever- that was 2 whole years ago, we were so naive then-”

“The problem is I am new to this whole relationship thing. I mean it took forever to become friends with you and Anne and then with Gracelynn- I don't know the first thing about what to do in a romantic relationship-” Ominis said.

“Did you guys kiss?” Sebastian asked.

Ominis blushed, the thought of him doing that with her made his head blank.

“Hello?” Sebasfian repeated.

“U-uh sorry what was the question again?” Ominis said.

“Did you kiss?” Sebastian repeated.

“No- should we have-? Should I have?” Ominis asked starting To pace.

“I mean maybe-?” Sebastian said.

“Ugh I'm an idiot-!” Ominis said, holding his face in his hands.

“Hey look on the bright side- she said she would be your girlfriend right so just say hey ‘Im okay to kiss and then boom you're good.” Sebastian said.

“But that isn’t romantic-” Ominis said. Thinking back to the books he had read that had romantic plotlines, the heroes would kiss after a hard fought battle or it would occur naturally.

“Look, do whatever you like, you've gotten past the hardest part.” Sebastian said whilst shrugging.

“I guess you're right but it's just she’s been avoiding me all day- or it feels that way-” Ominis said.

“She's busy, she's the most popular girl in school-” Sebastian retorted.

Just then the Undercroft gate opened and Gracelynn stepped through. “Oh- hey guys-!” She said, hiding a medium sized box behind her.

“Oh, I remembered, Anne needed me to get her something back in the dorms, I'll see you guys later.” Sebastian said, leaving through the gate, he winked at Gracelynn before leaving and mouthed, ‘Good Luck��.

Gracelynn's eyes darted back to Ominis, she gulped. Inside the box she had was something special she had made for him. She walked towards him. “H-hey Ominis.” she said, sounding nervous.

“Hey Gracelynn, you sure seemed busy today-” Ominis said.

“So sorry about that, I had agreed to more than I should have before we got into a relationship-” She said, blushing at the fact they were now in a relationship.

“Oh- you weren't avoiding me?” Ominis said, relieved.

“No-! I would never want to avoid you-! If I had my way I would have spent the whole day with you-” Gracelynn said, blushing.

“R-really?” Ominis asked.

“Yes really-” she said, she set down the box and hugged him, he gently hugged her back. “I- uhm- made something for you.”

“Oh?” Ominis asked, his interest piqued.

“Yes, call it an early Valentine's gift.” She gently broke apart from the hug and grabbed the box. “Hold your hands out.” she said, he did as told. She gently set the box in his hands, “Go on and open it-!”

He gently brought the box towards him, he balanced it on his arm and used his right hand to open the box, he felt something quite soft inside. “What is it?” He asked.

“It's a scarf, my mum taught me to crochet and well… I was making it for you… took quite a while-” she chuckled nervously. Ominis pulled the scarf out of the box, it was soft, and Green and gray his house colors, he immediately put it on.

“How does it look?” he asked, he was beaming.

“It looks wonderful on you! I made sure to match your house colors as much as I could!” She said with a smile.

“I love it, Gracelynn, thank you.” He said.

“You're very welcome,” she smiled back.

Ominis stepped towards her, “Can I show you my thanks?” He asked.

“You can do whatever you wish, Ominis,” she said, looking up at him.

He hesitantly reached out and touched her arm and moved up to her shoulder, then her neck and the side of her face. “Can I… see what you look like?” He asked.

Gracelynn giggled, “Of course, though, don't have high expectations…” She said.

“Why not?” Ominis asked as he brought his other hand to her face and cupped it softly.

“I'm not exactly- well… pretty I guess? By normal standards-” She said.

“I'm sure that's poppycock-” Ominis said. He gently caressed her cheek, as his fingers brushed across her face he hit her glasses and knocked them slightly out of place. “Ah- sorry- Didn't know you had glasses-!”

Gracelynn giggled and readjusted them, “Yeah, I'm pretty blind without them-” she then realized who she was talking to, “I-i mean uh-”

“No no I get it, it's hard when you can't see. At least you have an aid.” He smiled at her. He kept feeling her features, her face was soft and she had a small nose. After a bit he let his hands fall to her shoulders. “You're beautiful,” he smiled more.

“Ominis- you can't just say something like that-!” Gracelynn said, blushing profusely.

“Why not, you're my girlfriend, I'm not allowed to call you what you are?” Ominis asked.

Gracelynn blushed more at the mention of being his girlfriend now, that still was so new. Yet it sounded wonderful coming from him. Ominis hands lingered on her shoulders, he slowly moved his head forward and gently kissed her on the head. Gracelynn somehow blushed even more.

“I-is that okay?” Ominis asked, blushing as well.

“Y-yes as I said go at your pace,” she said.

“I-I'm sorry I just… I'm not entirely sure what to do…” Ominis said honestly, he let his arms fall back at his sides. Gracelynn gently grabbed and held his hands.

“It's okay to not know… I uhm actually was thinking about getting a book about relationships.” She said.

“Ever the Ravenclaw, researching about a relationship-” Ominis chuckled.

“Would you like to accompany me? We could maybe read the book together?” She suggested.

“That sounds like a lovely idea,” Ominis smiled, Gracelynn continued to hold his hand and guided him out of the Undercroft. They headed to the Library Hand in hand. Most everyone they passed stopped and stared, gawking at the two of them. Many whispered to one another.

“Maybe he Imperioed her, no way SHE would go around with Gaunt-”

“I thought she was with Sallow?”

“She must be love potioned-”

“He can't make a potion that good-”

“Maybe he paid Garreth to do that-”

Gracelynn gripped Ominis’ hand and sped up her walking, it was getting hard for Ominis to keep up. “Slow down Gracelynn-!” he said worriedly.

She slowed down for him, “I'm sorry I just can't stand the gossip-”

“I've learned to ignore it,” He stated.

They soon made it to the library, it was quiet, yet people still gawked at the two of them being seen together. Gracelynn kept hold of Ominis’ hand as she scanned the books, looking in the nonfiction section about relations.

“Interspecies relationships, goblin relations… no…” She muttered to herself as she scanned the bookshelves, “Aha-! Human relationships!” She found the section she needed. Ominis stayed quiet as he listened to her, he found this quite entertaining listening to her mumble little things herself and laugh at some of the atrocious titles.

“How to Court the opposite sex?” She asked in Ominis’ direction.

“It sounds like it might have answers to what we do in a relationship.” Ominis said.

“Perfect then, I'll just grab a few more in case it doesn't,” she grabbed two more books and set them on the table, she then went to get her chair but Ominis stopped her and pulled it out for her.

“Please, allow me,” he said, she went to sit down and Ominis pushed the chair in for her.

“Why thank you kind Gentleman,” she giggled.

“Any time My Lady,” He smiled at her, she blushed a lot. He took a seat next to her and scooted it closer so they were almost touching shoulders.

“Which one are we tackling first?” Ominis asked.

“The courting one,” she said, opening the book and turning to the index, she scanned the chapter names. “How to woo a woman, How to woo a man,... no…. ah- What to do when courting.”

She began reading the entry. It stated a lot of things about being a gentleman and a lady but it disappointed the both of them as it didn't talk about kissing. They both secretly were pining for the other to initiate one. Gracelynn got to a part where it said the gentleman is in charge of activity planning and dates. Gracelynn scoffed, she looked at Ominis, “Am I alright to plan some dates for us?” She asked.

“Why wouldn't you be?” Ominis replied.

“The book-” Gracelynn said.

“That book is full of rubbish anyway,” Ominis said, waving off her comment. Gracelynn sighed and shut the book. She looked around and saw they were alone in this part of the library. She blushed, they were alone together and could do anything and no one would know.

“It seems we're alone,” Gracelynn said, sounding bored.

“We are?” he asked.

“Yes, very alone, no one comes to the nonfiction section.” She said.

Ominis blushed, from his thoughts, they were alone which was perfect and the book gave him the little bit of courage he needed to do it. Gracelynn was blushing too; she had always longed to be kissed in the library. She softly held his hand and absentmindedly played with his fingers. Ominis took a deep breath.

Gracelynn noticed, “Is everything alright?” Ominis didn't reply; he only moved his hand up her arm and to her face and softly stroked her cheek. “O-Ominis?”

“Gracelynn, I-I'm sorry for not doing this sooner,” he said. He gently put his other hand to her face and cupped it, he used his thumb and felt where her lips were, they were soft. He slowly leaned in and gently connected his lips to hers. They lingered like that for a few seconds before Ominis pulled away, blushing profusely. Both of them could hear their hearts beating in their ears. Gracelynn was still processing, he just kissed her- in the Library.

He wanted to do it again but was hesitant as he hadn't heard a reaction from Gracelynn. “I-Is that okay? Is everything alri- mph” he was silenced by Gracelynn practically throwing herself at him and kissing him. Ominis was a mess, he melted like a stick of butter in the sun and kissed her back.

After a short while, she pulled away from his mouth slightly “ I thought you were never going to kiss me,” she breathed out shakily.

“I was scared I would mess it up-,” Ominis replied honestly.

“You did perfectly, made a fantasy of mine come true,” Gracelynn smiled.

“H-huh?” Ominis asked.

She leaned in and whispered, “I've always wanted to make out with my boyfriend in the Library” she giggled. Ominis blushed a lot.

“You're so cute all flustered.” She smiled and then kissed him again.

_____

Ominis and Gracelynn emerged from the bookshelves, hand in hand and both grinning from ear to ear. Gracelynn was holding a few of the romance books in her other arm, she had grabbed a few of her favorite Romantic novels as well.

“Feeling in a romantic mood Miss Abbot?” Madam Scribner said as she checked out the books under her name. Both Gracelynn and Ominis blushed, Gracelynn looked at Ominis lovingly, “Something like that,” she said.

“‘Tis the season I suppose, enjoy your books, due back in two weeks.” Madam Scribner said, sliding the books over to them, Gracelynn went to grab them but Ominis beat her to it.

“Ominis-”

“Let me handle it for you-!” Ominis said, smiling.

“You won't be able to see with your wand if you have books in your hands-” She argued.

“I have you to guide me,” he said, sticking out his elbow a bit for her to link arms with him.

“Ominis-” she said, blushing. “Everyone will know we're together.”

“I want the whole world to know how lucky I am,” He smiled at her. Gracelynn blushed more, she gently linked arms with them and they left the Library. Gracelynn was suddenly very observant of their surroundings and every obstacle that could possibly get in their way.

It took a short while but they managed to get to the undercroft unscathed. Though Gracelynn knew rumors spread fast in Hogwarts, surely everyone including the Faculty would know they are together by the end of the day.

They entered the Undercroft and were alone yet again. Gracelynn unhooked her arm from Ominis’ and he set the books down on one of the tables, it made a load of dust fly up and he sneezed.

“Awwwwww even your sneezes are cuteeee” Gracelynn said with a giggle. Ominis blushed a lot. Gracelynn looked around the Undercroft, it wasn't exactly Romantic, but she had an idea of a way to fix that. She started by seeing if she could conjure in the room, similar to the room of requirement. Turns out the rules in the castle don't extend to the Undercroft either, which was wonderful! She quickly conjured a rug, some pillows and a couch.

Ominis heard the sound of furniture, he took his wand out and ‘saw’ the new items, “Woah- I didn’ know you could conjure so well-!” Ominis said impressed.

“I've had a lot of practice,” she said.

“Where?” Ominis asked.

“Well, you could say I have an Undercroft of my own, I'll show you sometime, but for now let's read!” She said, grabbing one of the Romance books from their collection ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Both Gracelynn and Ominis sat down next to each other, Gracelynn opened the book and began to read it. Ominis closed his eyes as he listened to her read.

‘Her voice is so soothing…’ he thought to himself, he was smiling softly as she read Shakespeare.

“What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet,” Gracelynn paused and looked at Ominis, his name garners him hatred and isolation, yet who he is is not defined by his name, but rather defined by his heart.

“Is something the matter?” Ominis asked as his head rested on her shoulder as she read.

“It's what I would say if anyone were to say anything bad about my relationship with you.” she looked over to him

Ominis blinked, “My name doesn't matter to you?”

“Never has,” she replied, “And never will, you aren't defined by your name, you are defined by your actions. I love you for you Ominis." She kissed him on the head. Ominis snaked his arms around her and hugged her tightly.

“You truly mean that?” he asked.

“Yes, I do,” she hugged him back.

____

Ominis arrived much later than he expected back in the dorm. Sebastian was pacing and stopped when he saw his best friend. “Where in Merlin have you been!?” He asked investigatively.

“I er-” Ominis blushed and ran his hand through his hair nervously. Sebastian narrowed his eyes at Ominis and inspected him. His clothes were slightly, just slightly, wrinkled, Ominis would never be caught DEAD with wrinkly clothes.

“You were with Gracelynn- what did she do-!? Actually nevermind I probably don't want to know-” Sebastian said, running his hand down his face.

Ominis sighed lovingly, “Gracelynn she… she's amazing! W-we kissed and my heart has never beaten so fast before, it’s exhilarating-” He loosened his tie as he collapsed backwards into his bed. “She's so soft and warm and just pleasant to be around-”

“Oh Godric please stop talking-” Sebastian said, his lovestruck best friend made him want to vomit.

“But she's amazing and I love her-”

“Yeah yeah I get it you love her, keep your thoughts to yourself I don't want to retch-” Sebastian said, throwing a pillow at Ominis. It landed on Ominis’ face, he grabbed it and tossed it back, hitting Sebastian in the head.

“HEY-”

“You started it-”

“To shut you up-”

“Whatever-”

“I'm going to sleep-” Sebastian put another pillow over his head and turned away from Ominis.

Ominis sighed lovingly and soon drifted off to sleep.

—--

Ominis was up early and paced waiting for Sebastian to wake up. As he couldn't see he didn't know what clothes would look good so he had to rely on Sebastian.

When he got impatient around 6 am he went and shook Sebastian's shoulder. This stopped Sebastian mid-snore.

“Who- whatsit-?” He said groggily, Then he saw Ominis who looked to be panicked. “Ominis?”

“Good you're awake come help me-” Ominis tugged at his best friend’s arm.

Sebastian fought back and looked at the clock, “Bloody Hell it's 6 am on a weekend what is wrong with you-!?”

“I need help-!” Ominis Insisted.

“With what that garners you waking me up at such an hour-!?” Sebastian was very frustrated.

“I can't see and don't know what to wear on my date today-” He said, sounding nervous.

Sebastian groaned and rolled his eyes, “You did NOT just wake me up for that-”

“Please Sebastian this means a lot to me-” Ominis said, hands still on his arm.

Sebastian was quiet for a bit then sighed heavily, “You owe me-” he said, finally getting up.

It took what seemed to Sebastian like ages for Ominis to find something that he was comfortable in but also looked nice enough for Gracelynn. Despite Sebastian telling him she wouldn't love him any less because of what he was wearing, Ominis didn't buy it.

“It has to be perfect, you don't have a first date multiple times there's a reason it's called the first-!” He insisted.

“Whatever- you look fine, can I go back to sleep now?” Sebastian asked.

Ominis adjusted his bowtie Once more and sighed, “Fine-”

“Thank Merlin-” Sebastian flopped back onto His bed, face-first and soon fell back asleep.

Ominis made sure his hair was to his standards before sighing heavily. “You've got this Ominis-” he told himself before exiting the room.

They had decided to meet in the Great Hall and have breakfast Together. Ominis nervously paced in front of the floo flame, waiting for Gracelynn to appear, he twisted his wand between his fingers nervously.

“Jeez Gaunt I've never seen you so worked up before-” Imelda, a girl from his house, teased. Ominis jumped having suddenly been talked to. Imelda laughed at him.

“Not funny Reyes-” he said, dusting himself Off and huffing.

“Oooo don't look now Gracelynn's here-” Imelda Said.

“What-!?” Ominis quickly turned around and waited for a second, he narrowed his eyes, “Reyes-”

Imelda cackled and held her stomach as she walked away. Wiping the tears from her eyes from her laughter.

“Curse that Quidditch girl-” Ominis muttered under his breath. He suddenly heard the floo flame open and out came Gracelynn he could tell by the light steps who she was.

He blushed a lot and straightened up, “Hello Gracelynn.”

“Hello Ominis, “ she giggled. She was wearing a simple looking blouse and velvet skirt that was transfigured red. “Don't you look all Dapper with your bowtie” she giggled and straightened It for him.

“Oh merlin Was it not straight I’m sorry- I-” he was silenced by her leaving a kiss on his cheek. It left a little imprint from her lipstick.

“It's fine you Worrywart-” she giggled.

“Sh-shall we go eat?” He asked.

“Yes, your table or mine?” she asked him.

“Yours if that is okay, I've already gotten enough teasing from Reyes this morning-” he said.

Gracelynn giggled, “Oh Imelda's harmless-” she waved him off and took his hand in hers. They walked together to the Ravenclaw table.

“Well this is a surprise-” Samantha Dale said, seeing Gracelynn and Ominis walk up hand in hand. “I didn't believe the rumors at first but it really is true-”

Gracelynn chuckled, “It is, me and Ominis are together, are we alright to sit here?” She asked Samantha.

“By all means I have plenty of questions-” Samantha said, scooting over to make room for them.

“Oh please hold those questions for later, he's already gotten teased by Imelda-” Gracelynn giggled again as she sat down with Ominis. Gracelynn looked at the display, there were hearts made from hard boiled eggs, runny egg yolks, pieces of bread. Hearts were everywhere. “Seems the House Elves went all out-” Gracelynn said.

“What do you mean?” Ominis asked as he used his wand to inspect the food.

“Everything's Heart shaped for the day!” Gracelynn said with a chuckle.

“Oh jeez- that's a bit much-” Ominis said with a sigh.

“Come now- it's your first Valentines with someone special, give in to the cheesiness for once,” Gracelynn said, bumping shoulders with him a bit.

“Speaking of cheesy, what's that flower in your hair Gracelynn?” Samantha asked.

Gracelynn blushed a lot, “It's a flower from the bouquet Ominis got me yesterday.”

Ominis almost choked on his orange juice, he coughed, “E-excuse me-? You're wearing one of the flowers?” He asked, surprised.

Gracelynn giggled, “Of course! It reminded me of you!” she gave his hand a squeeze. Those at the table around them ‘aww’ed.

_____

Gracelynn and Ominis decided to walk to Hogsmeade, it was an especially nice day and it was a nice change to get out of the castle. They walked hand in hand to the small wizarding village.

“Where shall we go first?” She asked him, swinging their arms a bit.

“Have you much of a sweet tooth?” Ominis asked her.

“Why yes, I do indeed have a sweet tooth!” she giggled.

Ominis smiled, “Then I guess we better head to Honeydukes then-” they headed off in that direction.

“Is that- Ominis Gaunt-? With the Hero of Hogwarts?”

“That can't be- shes muggle-born-”

“Why would they-”

“I really thought we would be past all the gossip outside of Hogwarts…” Gracelynn muttered.

“It's a side effect of being around me…” Ominis said sadly. “I understand if you don't want to continue-”

“I never said anything about that Ominis-” she stopped and pulled him to a stop, they stepped into an alleyway. “As I said Yesterday, I love you for you, I don't give a flying toss about your name and what it means, I care about YOU,” she said, bringing her hands to his face.

“But I-”

“No buts Ominis- I truly mean what I say.” she said, giving him a peck on the lips. Ominis blushed at the feeling of her soft lips on his. His eyes widened when he noticed something.

“Are you… wearing makeup?” He asked, noticing the slightly sticky sensation left on his lips.

Gracelynn blushed this time, “H-how could you tell-?”

“Your lips felt different-” He said.

“Oh I'm sorry I can wipe it off-”

“No- no I didn't say I didn't like it- it's just new-” He said.

“Oh- okay- uhm, oh dear-” she grabbed a handkerchief from her pocket and wiped his cheek, her lipstick was still left from earlier. She was blushing quite a lot.

He grabbed her hand gently, “It's okay,” he brought the back of her hand to his lips and kissed her knuckles. This made her blush profusely.

“Sh-shall we be off again?” She stuttered. Ominis smiled.

“We shall,” He extended his arm to her and she took it and linked arms with him. They continued their walk to Hoeydukes.

Ominis held the door open for her, “What a Gentleman,” she said with a giggle.

“Only for you my dear,” he smiled at her. she blushed more. They wandered around the shop, sampling some candies to see which one tasted the best.

“The every flavor beans are Sebastian's favorite-” Ominis said with a smile.

“My favorite is chocolate frogs, I love how you get a card with each one!” she said with excitement.

“They're my favorite too, I might not seem it but-” he leaned in and whispered so only she could hear, “I'm a bit of a chocoholic-” he said a bit embarrassed.

“Well good thing I am too-” she whispered back with a giggle.

“Grab as many as you like then,” He said with a grin.

“I can't afford that many-” she started to say.

“Who said you were paying for anything?” Ominis said with a smirk.

“Ominis-”

“It's nothing. I'd rather waste my family's money on something that would make you happy then let them have it.” He smiled.

“Well… when you put it that way…” Gracelynn contemplated. “Should we get some Chocolate wands too?”

“I believe we should,” Ominis agreed. They both smiled at each other and Gracelynn grabbed as many chocolate frogs as she could carry and Ominis grabbed as many chocolate wands as he could carry. They both went to the front of the store and put their goodies on the counter.

“Oh-Oh my-” the man behind the counter started to sweat.

“Don't worry, take your time!” Ominis said. Gracelynn giggled.

“I can't believe we are buying this much chocolate-” She said.

“My parents will be furious, but I don't care-” He smiled and laughed.

They soon left Honeydukes with large bags. “Have any money left for a butterbeer?” Gracelynn asked him.

“I've plenty left still-” He said with a smile.

“Good!” Gracelynn said, She held his hand and took him into the three broomsticks. They headed up to the second floor, there weren't as many people. They settled into a booth in the corner, “I'll be right back with the butterbeers!” Gracelynn said before leaving Ominis with their stuff. She kissed him on the head before leaving. Ominis was left blushing a lot, he pulled at the collar around his neck nervously while he waited.

Gracelynn came back with two butterbeers and set them down, she scooted in next to Ominis at the booth. Ominis blushed from her closeness. They both started chatting and drinking their butterbeer. They shared more about their pasts and got to know each other a bit more.

Ominis sipped his Butterbeer and it left a foam moustache. Gracelynn giggled. “Ominis you have a little something-”

“Hmm?” He asked, turned to her. Gracelynn blushed and gently brought his face closer to hers, she kissed the moustache away. Ominis was red as a tomato.

“There, fixed!” Gracelynn said giggling. Ominis was dumbstruck for a bit before he brought his hands to her face and kissed her again. Gracelynn melted and kissed him back. They held each other in a close embrace as they kissed.

“Uhm excuse me-” Sirona had caught them while she was grabbing dirty cups. They quickly pulled apart.

“S-sorry Sirona-” Gracelynn apologized.

Sirona shook her head with a smile, “You might want to find somewhere else to be romantic this evening, people come to drown their sorrows for lack of a valentine at this time of day.” She chuckled a bit at the two blushing teenagers.

“R-right so sorry again-” Ominis said, paying for their drinks and giving a generous tip.

“Thank you young man, now you treat this young lady with a lot of respect you hear?” Sirona said.

“Y-yes ma'am-!” Ominis said quickly.

The two sweethearts soon left with their bags of goodies from Honeydukes.

“I can't believe we got caught by Sirona-” Gracelynn said, embarrassed.

“Don't think I can show face there for a little while without it feeling awkward.” Ominis said, also embarrassed.

Gracelynn giggled as they headed back to the castle hand in hand.

____

“Okay okay- what's your favorite Flower?” Gracelynn asked, they were 5 chocolate wands and 3 and a half chocolate frogs in as they sat on the rug In the Undercroft.

“I don't necessarily have one, a huge appeal with flowers is their image-” Ominis said, before popping The other half of the chocolate frog in his mouth.

“Not necessarily, a huge indicator for people's favorite flower has a lot to do with their smell as well. Like for example I love roses, Not just for their color but because they smell and feel delightful!” Gracelynn said. She was laying on her stomach as her feet kicked the air absentmindedly.

“Hmmm,” Ominis thought, “Well there is one floral scent I love-”

“Oh?” Gracelynn tilted her head.

“Lavender,” he said with a smile. “The smell is just so soothing.”

“Oooo it's a gorgeous color too!” She said, smiling back at him.

“Probably not as gorgeous as you,” Ominis said.

Gracelynn pushed him half-heartedly, “You can't just say that-”

“Yes I can, you're my girlfriend after all-!” He said, holding her hands.

“I-I mean yes-” she blushed a lot being called his girlfriend.

“Then I can do whatever I want,” he smirked.

Gracelynn blushed a lot, “L-like what?” She asked.

“Like this,” he gently tilted her head and kissed her.

Gracelynn became putty In his arms. They kissed tenderly as they held each other close. This time with no distractions or anyone to interrupt them, they kissed as long as they liked.

—---

The Undercroft's gate opened and surprise surprise, it was exactly where Sebastian had found Ominis and Gracelynn. They were cuddled on the couch, fast asleep with a robe used as a blanket for the both of them.

“Oh Merlin-” Sebastian sighed.

The two lovebirds were hugging each other as they slept peacefully. Sebastan was about to fix that. He flicked Ominis in the forehead.

“What the-!?” Ominis said, reaching for his head to rub it.

“‘I'll just be a few hours’ my ass-” Sebastian scolded him.

“So what? We fell asleep,” Ominis said as he rubbed at his eyes.

“Hmm?” Gracelynn lifted her head from Ominis’ chest. “Who…?” She reached down for her glasses and put them on, only to see an annoyed Sebastian. “Good morning starshine-” she said sarcastically to him.

“YOU should be in the Ravenclaw Dorm, and YOU should be in the Slytherin one-” Sebastian said, pulling Ominis up.

“Noooo my pillow-” Gracelynn tugged at Ominis’ other arm.

“You're not my mother I can go wherever I please thank you-” Ominis said, wrenching his arm out of Sebastian's hand.

“Look at what you've done you've soiled the poor Ravenclaw-” Sebastian said, gesturing to the mess that was Gracelynn's hair as she rubbed at her eyes and yawned.

“I can't look at anything and I'm sure it's fine! Right dear?” Ominis said, turning his head toward her direction.

“Mmm…” She said, trying not to fall back asleep, they were up late last night talking, and she was not used to it.

“See? She's fine-!” Ominis waved Sebastian off.

“The poor thing's exhausted-!” Sebastian said, trying to shake Gracelynn awake.

“I'm awake I swear-!” Gracelynn said quickly.

“You better not have done what I think you've done-” Sebastian said, scowling at Ominis.

“I wouldn't dare- not till marriage anyways-” Ominis huffed in reply.

“Not till marriage my butt, kissing me like you did last-” Ominis shushed Gracelynn with his hand.

“I wouldn't even think of doing that kind of thing till marriage.” Ominis said.

Sebastian raised an eyebrow at him then shuddered, “The Undercroft shall forever be ruined from the image of you two kissing-” He stuck his tongue out.

“It doesn't have to stay an image in your imagination. I can most certainly show you what it looks like,” Gracelynn said, smirking. Ominis’ face went flush.

“EUGH gross no- please don't kiss in front of me-” Sebastian said backing away.

“Then scram nosy-” Gracelynn said with a huff.

Sebastian ran out of the undercroft, not wanting to stay near them a second longer with what Gracelynn was threatening to do.

“Wow- that worked-” Ominis said, amazed.

“Public acts of affection make people uncomfortable, especially the jealous types,” she said, smirking.

Ominis rolled his eyes, “Ravenclaw-”

“Slytherin-” she retorted back. They both chuckled. Ominis sat back down on the couch and Gracelynn made herself comfortable next to him. “You're my Slytherin,” she said lovingly.

“And you're my Ravenclaw,” he kissed the top of her head and she giggled.

“I love you, Ominis.”

“I love you too, Gracelynn.”

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