#please have a sketch of ponytail cedric as a thank you for putting up with it

[mushroomsie224]

I wanted to draw him with a ponytail so bad...

[wh0reyp0tter]

Chapter One: Fucking Dragons

Masterlist for this series

Y/N Y/L/N is chosen as one of the champions in the Triwizard Tournament with one of her best friends, Harry Potter. Along with the struggles of being one of the champions, she also has to navigate her feelings for her best friend, Hermione Granger. But, as far as Y/N knows, Hermione fancies Krum.

Includes: Angst, pining, swearing, wlw, bi!reader (mentions of flirting with men), smut, name-calling, Krum hating, fighting, physical violence, fighting, mentions of injuries, and flirting

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I groan as my head collapses into my hands. I feel a hand on my back as I look up to see Harry looking down at me. 

“What’s wrong?” He asks softly. 

“Hermione’s off with Krum,” I seethe loudly. Harry laughs softly as he pats my back. 

“Well, she does have no idea you fancy her,” Harry points out. I shoot him a glare as I flip him off. 

“Shut it, Potter,” I say. Harry and I both were picked for the Triwizard Tournament. We are competing alongside Viktor Krum, Fleur Delacour, and Cedric Diggory. 

“Did you hear what the first task is?” Harry says as he sits down. I shake my head as he leans closer to me. “Dragons,” he says quietly. My eyes widen in shock as I look at him. 

“Fucking Dragons?” I say loudly. Harry hit my arm as he shushed me. 

“Shut up, Y/L/N,” he seethes. I roll my eyes as I let my head fall into my hands again. 

“Fucking Dragons, just my luck,” I groan as I shake my head quickly. Harry stands up as he rubs my back. 

“I’ll see you later, Y/N/N,” he says. I wave him off as I say goodbye. Hours later I’m sitting in Hermione and I’s dorm room as a lamp flickers softly next to me. I huff in anger as I ball up the paper in front of me and throw it in the bin. I pull out another bit of parchment. I start sketching some ideas before one pops into my head. I sit up brightly as I hear the door get pushed open. I hear it close again as someone appears behind me. 

“What are you doing?” I hear Hermione’s soft voice ask. 

“Trying to figure out this riddle,” I say, completely focused on the paper in front of me. 

“Not really a riddle is it? You just have to get the golden egg from the dragon,” Hermione points out. 

“Yeah, but getting something from a dragon! Isn’t that great!” I exclaim, my tone dripping with sarcasm. 

“Hey, no need to be an arse, just saying,” Hermione says as she folds her arms over her chest. I shake my head as I begin to think. 

“Wand, wand, wands,” I say softly as I tap my head softly. 

“Why don’t you use your wand to accio something to help?” She says as she leans against my side. 

“Do you think it’s possible to accio the egg?” I ask as I look up at Hermione. She shrugs as she looks down at me. “If not, you could always accio a broom,” she says. 

“Has anyone ever told you you’re a bloody genius?” I say as I look up and smile at the girl.

“Once or twice,” Hermione responds with a smile. I smile as I laugh and roll my eyes. 

“So modest,” I laugh as I yawn. 

“You should sleep, Y/N. The first task is tomorrow,” she says as she pats my head. 

“Good idea, H,” I say softly as I lean my head against her side. She runs her hand through my hair slowly. I stand up as I shut off my lamp and walk to my bed. I pull back the quilt as I shuffle into my bed. 

“Night darling,” Hermione smiles softly. 

“Night ‘Mione,” I say as I yawn. My eyes close as I fall asleep.

 I blink softly as the light pours in through the windows. I see Hermione still fast asleep. I smile as I walk over to her before shaking her softly. 

“Hermione,” I say softly. She rolls over as she whines loudly. “Come on love, we gotta go down for breakfast.” She sits up as she blinks confused before looking at me. 

“Hi,” she says sleepily. 

“Hey, gorgeous,” I say with a smile. Hermione gives me a sleepy smile as she leans against my torso. 

“Ready for breakfast?” She asks as she stands with a yawn. 

“Have to get dressed first, darling,” I smile. She shuffles to her closet as I move to the bathroom to pull on my robes. I walk out as Hermione walks in, I toss my hair into a ponytail as I sit on my bed. 

“Ready?” Hermione asks as she comes out. I nod as we both make our way to the Great Hall. We walk through the doors before taking our seat with Ron and Harry. 

“You excited, Harry?” I say as I look at the brown-haired boy in front of me. 

“I have no idea what I’m gonna do,” he groans as he puts his head in his hands. 

“I’m on the same boat you are mate,” I say as I reach for a muffin. 

“Like, what are we supposed to do with only wands against dragons?” Harry says as he reaches for a scone and takes a bite. 

“Accio. That’s what I’m gonna do,” I say before biting into my muffin. 

“You’re brilliant,” he says as his eyes lighten. 

“Not me, Hermione. She’s the one who brought it up last night,” I smile as I bump into the small girl. She blushes as she smiles at me. 

“I just shoved you into the right direction,” Hermione says. 

“Come on, H, now's not the time to be modest,” I tease as I poke her arm. 

“Shut up,” she murmurs as she blushes. I laugh as Ron and Harry look at us. 

“When does the first task start?” Ron asks with a mouthful of food. 

“In like, 15 minutes,” Harry replies. 

“Chew and swallow before speaking, Ronald,” Hermione scolds as she glares at the ginger. Ron rolls his eyes as he sticks his tongue out, his half chewed food showing. Hermione gags as I laugh softly. After we finish breakfast Harry and I go change into our tournament gear. Once we finish getting ready we make our way to the big white tent. 

“Hey Y/N, Hey Harry,” Cedric greets us with a smile. 

“Hey Ced,” I smile. I pull him in for a small hug as Harry greets him as well. 

“You guys nervous?” He asks as he looks at us.��

“A little,” I say softly. Cedric rubs my arm softly as he gives me a smile. 

“Thanks for the tip by the way,” Cedric says to Harry quietly. 

“No problem,” Harry says as he pats his back. I hear a quiet voice say my name. I look over to see Hermione’s head poking through the back of the tent. I move over quickly. 

“Y/N, is that you?” She asks softly. 

“Yeah, it’s me, H,” I smile. 

“How are you feeling?” Hermione asks as her voice wavers with nerves. 

“I’ll be okay, Dove,” I say softly. I watch as she pushes into the tent as she embraces me tightly. 

“Please be careful,” she says as she tucks her head under mine. I laugh softly as I hug her tightly. 

“I’ll be fine ‘Mione,” I say. 

“Glad to know you care about my safety,” Harry chuckles from behind us. We let go as Hermione hugs him tightly. 

“You be careful too you git,” Hermione laughs. Harry smiles as he pats her back softly. 

“Thanks, H,” he smiles. I hear a faint click as I turn to see Rita Skeeter standing there with her annoying self-writing quill in the air. 

“Oh a young love triangle! Y/N Y/L/N, pining after Harry Potter, the chosen one, while he’s in love with Hermione Granger!” She exclaims. Harry glares at her as she clicks another photo.

“I’m not pining after anyone you absolute twat,” I say with an eye roll. Skeeter laughs as she looks at Viktor.

“And this one is pining after Granger!” She exclaims as she clicks a picture of Viktor. His face turns red as he ignores her. I roll my eyes again as I turn back to Hermione. I see her looking at Krum as Harry’s giving me a knowing look. 

“Miss. Granger! What are you doing here?” Dumbledor asks as he enters the tent. 

“I was just leaving, professor. Good luck Y/N, good luck Harry,” she says with a soft smile. 

“Each of you will be picking a dragon, this will be the dragon who will be protecting the golden egg you need to capture in order to make it to the first task,” Dumbledor says. We each nod before Hagrid presents us with a brown bag. Cedric pulled out the Swedish Short-Snout. Next was Fleur who pulled out the Common Welsh Green. After her, Viktor pulled out the Chinese Fireball. Harry had pulled out a Hungarian Horntail, the meanest dragons of them all. Next I pulled out Hebridean Black. I close my eyes in frustration as I look over at Harry. Of course we got the two most dangerous dragons. We each hand our dragons to our coaches, mine and Harry’s being Madeye. I shake my head quickly before Cedric’s name is called to compete. 

“Good luck Ced,” I say as I pat the tall boy’s back. He shoots me a smile before walking out of the tent as the crowd erupts in cheers. I move to watch as he stands in front of the huge sleeping dragon. After a few moments the dragon looks at Cedric before letting out a loud roar as a large flame ignites in the air. Cedric is quick to draw his wand before casting a spell on a nearby rock. I watch as the rock shakes and grows four legs before a large head appears. The body follows quickly as the former rock turns into a grey dog. It barks loudly causing the dragon’s attention to shift off Cedric. He darts towards the egg quickly, he picks it up in his hands before holding up above his head with a smile. The crowd erupts into cheers and screams. I watch as the dragon turns to look at Cedric. It lets out another large flame as it hits his face. He doubles over in pain as someone quickly casts the sleeping spell on the dragon. Cedric is ushered into the tent again as he holds the egg in one hand and his face in the other. 

“You did brilliant Ced!” Harry exclaims as he walks towards the injured boy. 

“Thanks Harry,” Cedric says with a bright smile. Harry’s face turns red as I walk over. 

“Good thinking Ced, that was awesome!” I cheer as I pat the boy on the back. I watch as Madame Pompfrey gives him a potion that he downs quickly. 

“Thanks, Y/N/N. I can’t wait to see what you have in mind,” he coughs as he wipes his mouth with the sleeve of his robes. 

“Nothing as good as yours,” I smile. He shakes his head with a small smile as the burn on his face disappears. Fleur’s name is called as I talk with Cedric and Harry. Once she returns I congratulate her as she smiles and hugs me softly. 

“Thank you, your name is Y/N, yes?” Fleur says with a small smile. 

“Yeah, I’m Y/N, sorry we haven’t formally met,” I say as I rub the back of my neck softly. 

“It is okay, it has been very hectic lately,” she replies as a small giggle leaves her lips. 

“Yeah it has, just wanted to say the sleep enchantment was brilliant,” I smile. 

“Thank you very much. I can not wait to see what you have in mind!” The veela smiles at me happily. 

“Nothing as brilliant as you,” I reply. 

“I am sure that is not true,” she gives me a small smile as she hugs me softly. Viktor is called out next, the buff boy walks out as the crowd erupts in cheers. I roll my eyes as I look at Harry. 

“You and Fleur sure do seem cozy,” he teases. I roll my eyes as I punch his arm. 

“Shut up Potter,” I scoff with a blush. 

“Thought you were into ‘Mione?” He says as he leans against me. 

“I am but she’s into Krum, haven’t you noticed?” I roll my eyes. 

“Just an infatuation, he’s different,” Harry says as he flicks my forehead. I pinch his arm as he flinches before shooting a glare at me. After a little while longer Krum emerges with a smug smirk and a golden egg tucked under his arm. 

“Conjunctive curse! Good idea mate!” Cedric smiles as he pats Krum’s back. 

“Thank you,” he replies with a nod. 

“Good job getting points docked too,” I laugh. Viktor shoots me a glare as he scoffs and bumps his shoulder into mine aggressively. Harry snickers softly before his name is called. “Go on Harry! You got this!” I cheer loudly as I pat his back. 

“Thanks Y/N/N,” he smiles as he hugs me tightly before he walks out. More cheers and yells are heard as I watch. The dragon makes eye contact as he begins to run around the dragon. I watch as the dragon chases him before spitting fire at him. I hold my breath as he ducks behind a big rock. I watch him pull out his wand before he screams something. I watch as his broom flies through the air towards him. I smile as he grabs it and jumps on. He whizzes through the air quickly. I smile as I cheer loudly. He flies around the arena before my eyes widen as the dragon breaks away from the chains holding it down. It flies towards him as he whizzes away quickly. My heart sinks as I watch nervously. 

“It’s gonna be okay, he’s Harry Potter,” Cedric says as he walks up behind me. 

“I know, I’m just nervous,” I say softly. I feel a hand slip into mine as it squeezes tightly. A few minutes later Harry flies back quickly as he ducks down and grabs the egg before pulling up quickly. Cedric and I cheer loudly as I watch him hold it up triumphantly. He lands as he runs back into the tent. 

“Did you see that?” Harry exclaims loudly. 

“Hell yeah we did!” I yell. I hug him tightly as I smile. “You did great!” I feel my nerves set in as I realize it’s my turn. 

“Don’t worry, you got this,” Cedric smiles down at me. I take a deep breath as the two boys hug me tightly. I hear my name get called as I take a deep breath. I push open the tent as I smile brightly and wave at the crowd. They all begin to cheer loudly as I see the Gryffindor section letting a banner down that says ‘Let’s go Y/L/N!’. I smile happily as I look in front of me to see the big black dragon standing in front of the egg. I take a deep breath as I draw my wand. I take a step forward as I watch it stand straighter as it glares down on me. 

“Come on Y/N, you can do this,” I whisper. I look the dragon in the eyes as I stare into them. The dragon lets out a deep huff as it stares back at me. I take a few steps forward. It lunges at me as I keep my stance, acting unfazed. I hear the crowd gasp as they all watch intently. I move to the left side of the dragon before I point my wand at the large dragon. 

“Diminuendo!” I call. I watch a thin white stream leave my wand before wrapping itself around the dragon. It shrinks as a loud cheer comes from the crowd. I dart for the golden egg, not knowing how long the dragon would stay under the spell. I pick it up quickly as I turn around and hold it up. I smile brightly as I look around. I turn back to see the dragon back to it’s full size. My eyes widen as I dart away quickly. I hear a loud roar before I feel a faint feeling of warmth on my back. I turn and look at the dragon as I point my wand at it again before screaming 

“Duro!” I watch as the dragon slowly turns to stone. I smile brightly as I quickly duck into the tent. 

“Merlin Y/N! That was brilliant!” Harry says loudly as he pats my shoulder. 

“Yeah Y/N/N! That was insane!” Cedric says as he beams down at me. 

“It wasn’t big and flashy like you guys though,” I say with a light blush. 

“You used what we didn’t think to!” Harry says happily. 

“Y/N! You did incredible!” Fleur exclaims as she hugs me tightly. 

“Thank you,” I blush as I hug the tall veela back. I see Viktor rolling his eyes. I smirk to myself as I look at Harry. 

“Really Y/N, that was brilliant,” Cedric smiles. 

“Thanks Ced,” I say with a small smile. “How’s your face?” I bring my hand up to brush the part that was hit by the flame. 

“Fine now, it’s completely gone,” he smiles down at me. They announce that we all will make it to the next task as we cheer loudly. We retreat back to Hogwarts before Harry and I make our way to our dorm, with the golden eggs in our arms.