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A/N: Hey, guys. This is the revised edition of Could It Be Magic. Unfortunately, there isn't really a lot I can do to improve the first two chapters, because well…they're just messages. However, I will try my best. Anyone who has read this fic before will notice a lot of difference, especially regarding Draco, but they are for the best. Now that I could look at this with a clear head (and slightly more writing experience) I didn't really like how I portrayed him. He was too out of character, and it bugged me! Unfortunately I had to keep his dark hair because it runs in to the sequel, which would mean far more editing than I care to do! Hopefully the differences will make this story a far better read.

Thanks for reading, and enjoy xxx

Could it be Magic?

Chapter 1

To: Slytherin_Prince

From: bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply to your profile.

Dear Slytherin_Prince,

Hey There!

How's it going? I found your profile on 'My life is my own' and figured we may have something in common. If you fancy a chat, drop me a mail.

Hope to hear from you - QuidditchFan.

To: QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

Dear QuidditchFan,

Hello, I'm well thank you. I'm guessing by your comment about us having something in common you mean we are both…special? Yes, I am special, though if you are a Hufflepuff, you must realise that you are not special!

So, I'm sorry to shatter any illusions that you may have about me. I'm not friendly. You won't get any heart to hearts from me, I'm afraid. So, if you are a whiner, don't bother replying!

Slytherin_Prince.

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Dear Slytherin_Prince,

Well, aren't you a little ray of sunshine! Unfortunately I'm a Gryffindor, so I will properly never hear from you again, but just for the record though - I'm not a 'whiner'.

Though, I wonder if you are up for a small challenge? Can you actually manage to have a real conversation with a Gryffindor, or will you simply give up? Interesting idea,

I'm seventh year by the way, you?

QuidditchFan

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

(Not so dear) QuidditchFan,

Great! Just Fabulous! I'm stuck with a bloody Gryffindor writing to me. You people get everywhere! Fate is a beast.

And your rather desperate attempt to keep me talking is completely laughable. Do you really think I'm going to fall for your goading? I'm a Slytherin, for Merlin's sake - I spotted it a mile off!

I am replying, not because I'm responding to your idiotic challenge, but because I've not had the chance to speak to a Gryffindor in weeks, and I could really use the stress relief.

I am also going to be entering my 7th year at that god forsaken school, and am beginning to worry as to you might actually be. Please tell me you're not a Weasley?

Slytherin_Prince.

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Slytherin_Prince,

You don't really take all the house rivalry seriously, do you? Because after 6 years at Hogwarts, it's a little bit old by now, wouldn't you agree? And, no, I'm not Ron.

So quick question…Have you done Binns' Warlock marriage ceremony ritual essay yet? Zzzz.

QuidditchFan.

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

QuidditchFan,

House rivalry is old? You are such a Gryffindor!

The houses are supposed to hate each other, it's like an ancient law! I, as a Sytherin, am expected to despise Gryffindors, especially the Golden (plated) Trio, because they are the bane of my existence. They live to spite me, and manage to ruin every good thing that happens in that bloody school!

Yes, I have done Binns' essay and read it every night to aid sleep, works wonders I might add.

Slytherin_Prince.

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Slytherin_Prince,

Wow, you're one of those elitist Slytherins then - yey, fun! Let's just agree that you dislike my friends, and I dislike yours. Especially Parkinson, who is quite possibly the most annoying girl I've ever had the misfortune of meeting.

So, back to Binns' essay. Did you manage to get it 3ft long? I'm stuck on 2 and a half ft and if my writing were to be any bigger I'd run out of ink just writing my name.

QuidditchFan.

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

QuidditchFan,

I'm ashamed and humiliated to admit that I actually laughed at a joke told by a Gryffindor! And now as a part of my Slytherin oath, I must now kill myself.

As much as it pains me to admit, Pansy Parkinson isn't as bad as she may seem! Though, true story, she once asked me how to spell Orange, and she thought The Netherlands were 'make believe'! The girl thinks she has wit…but she's only half right.

Binns' essay is easy if you just remember to add all the boring details, read all the footnotes and add as much of them as possible; guaranteed extra credit! Merlin, I'm helping a Gryffindor…have mercy on my soul.

Slytherin_Prince.

To:- Slytherin_prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Slytherin_Prince,

Oh my God, I can't believe Pansy thought The Netherlands were 'make believe', that is way too funny… what a moron!

I hate to say this, but thank you. My History of Magic essay is now 3ft and 4inches long. I've never thought to read the footnotes before, there's loads more useless rubbish in them, huh? Binns' is going to eat this essay right up!

Do Sytherins really have to take an oath?

QuidditchFan

P.S, Where are you from? (I realised, that besides our houses, we know nothing about each other. I understand that knowing one another's names would properly cause more harm than good, so I thought this would be a safe question to ask ((and I'm babbling like a fool)) It's up to you to answer).

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

QuidditchFan,

Merlin, don't you babble! It's rather annoying, so could you refrain from doing it in future, otherwise I will no longer reply.

No, we don't take an oath, you fool. It's called sarcasm- look it up!

I agree to the statement you made about knowing each other identities (Merlin I'm agreeing with a Gryffindor… My I.Q just dropped 20 points) Although I think we should come up with code names or something because Slytherin_Prince feels a little too egotistical…even for me! A simple name will do (As I know it's properly going to tax your brain… you know by actually requiring use of it!).

Romeo (Formally Slytherin_Prince).

P.S, I'm from Hampshire.

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Romeo,

You chose a name made famous by a Muggle play write? Shakespeare was a legend, although I preferred Hamlet myself (Which I guess can be my new name).

I'm actually stunned you told where you live. I was expecting you to tell me to mind my own.

I'm from Hampshire originally, but I moved further north when I was sent to live with distant relatives.

I know what sarcasm is dude, like when I say- It's a shame about your I.Q, back to zero now I guess, huh!

Hamlet (Formally QuidditchFan)

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

Hamlet,

Gryffindors can read classic literature? I don't think you're a Gryffindor at all, I mean, it can't be possible!

So, you were sent away? That's a bit harsh…you're parents must have known you were going to be a Gryffindork!

So, are the people you live with Muggles? Merlin, that would be so funny, especially when you got your Hogwarts letter!

Romeo.

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Romeo,

Wow, sensitivity is definitely not your strong point, is it? My parents died in a car crash when I was a kid. I'm a pureblood but I grew up not knowing about our world. My relatives are Muggles, and they weren't exactly magic friendly… they haven't spoken to me since first year! Shit happens, huh!

I'm one of the only wizards I know who reads Muggle literature. I also wear Muggle clothes and listen to Muggle music. You can slate me for that, but I'm not ashamed of it.

More to life than being a wizard!

Hamlet.

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

Hamlet,

Wow, talk about getting on your high horse!

I know there's more to life than being a Wizard, I happen to be one of the few Slytherins who appreciates that Muggles aren't inferior, and are actually equals… even if I sometimes say the contrary!

Your Muggles sound like ignorant fools though. It must be awful having to live in silence, spending everyday being ignored. I've heard of a quiet life, but that's ridiculous.

At least now I know your definitely not a Weasley. I know for a fact that his ginger family are still intact… more's the pity!

And you can't be Potter because his family worship the ground he walks on (and we all know it wasn't a car that finished his parents off).

Well, knowing your not either of those halfwits has brightened my day exceptionally.

Romeo.

To Hogwarts_Dude

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from MinistryMalcontent

Romeo,

'My Muggles' aren't too bad. We have an understanding; they leave me alone and I won't hex them. It's incredibly tedious sometimes though - my only regular conversation comes from these messages. My Hogwarts friends are busy having lives - letters are few and far between.

You're definitely not Malfoy or any of his band of Dumbasses, then? Having respect for Muggles would be like an alien concept to them.

Hamlet.

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

Hamlet,

I'm your only contact with Wizarding society? (or any type of society by the sounds of it) I could tell you that the Minister for Magic was caught in a rather compromising position with a Goblin and a House-Elf, and you'd have no idea if it were true or not (Oh the power!).

That is rough, though - I know what it's like to be isolated. I'm not having the most fun packed, sociable holiday either.

One of my relatives died recently and my mother's taken it rather badly. The only solace I seem to get is locking my bedroom door and exploring the world via Internet. My parents would die of humiliation if they realised I had anything Muggle-related in my life. As far as they're concerned I sit in my room practicing potions.

I guess we're not so different after all (Even if you are a dork!)

Romeo.

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Romeo,

Oh, Holy Crap! I forgot Snape's essay… I haven't even started it yet! We're back to school in a week, I'm so dead!

Sorry about taking so long to reply, I kinda let my chores build up and was told in no uncertain terms to get them done.

I can't believe the Minister story you told me was actually true! A Goblin and a House-Elf… that's outrageous! I guess it takes all sorts.

What the Hell am I going to do about Snape's essay? It's going to take 3 weeks to brew the potion required… I'm so screwed!

Hamlet.

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

Hamlet,

Use crushed Unicorn horn rather than essence of Unicorn blood - it cuts brewing time by 17 days. You could have it done in 4 days.

In your essay summery include:-

"Goatshurms theory that Unicorn carcass was more valuable than it's blood was proved correct when he discovered it's crushed horn was a far better candidate when brewing temporary telepathy, as it cuts brewing time by a significant amount"

I want partial credit for these assignments you know!

So, you got yourself a little Gryffindork girlfriend?

Romeo.

P.S, Chores…?

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Romeo,

Well, it took 3 attempts but I finally got the potion right, and it's brewing as we speak. I think you saved my life… you're going to Gryffindor heaven!

Chores are jobs. Just think of me as my family's very own house-elf!

And, yes, I do have a girlfriend. Thanks for asking.

Hamlet.

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

Hamlet,

Are you kidding me? Gryffindor Heaven! When I find out who you are, I'm going to send you on a one way trip to Gryffindork Heaven!

It took you 3 attempts to brew temporary telepathy? What are you, 9? Or just simple? That potion is Longbottom proof… Good Lord, please tell me you're not Longbottom?

Romeo.

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Romeo,

No I'm not Neville Longbottom, but he's a cool guy when you get to know him (and see past all the plants and forgetfulness).

The potion isn't so easy to brew when you have idiots yelling for you every 5 minutes!

So, you don't fancy Gryffindor Heaven? Ah well, you keep up all this do-gooding and you'll end up there!

I can't believe we're back to school in 2 days. I'm packed and ready to leave this Hell hole.

Although, it's going to mean no internet. It'll be weird, I've gotten used to you're sarcastic presence.

Hamlet.

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

Hamlet,

O.K, we have 2 days to think of a way to mail each other without E-mail. It's too much fun messing with you, and I'm not nearly bored enough of it yet to give it up. The Slytherins are immune to me now. Besides, for some strange reason you seem to get me, and not a lot of people have achieved that.

Hogwarts is your home, isn't it? I guess I see it as my real home too, I'm packed and ready to get back.

I'm going to research 2 way books and stuff, look at a few possibilities.

Romeo.

To:- Slytherin_Prince

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from QuidditchFan

Romeo,

Back to school tomorrow - any luck with the books?

Yes, Hogwarts is my home. It has been since I was 11 - it's the first place that I've felt wanted and free.

I can't believe this is our final year, it's all down hill from now, huh?

Hamlet.

To:- QuidditchFan

From:- bot [at] mylifeismyown [dot] net

Subject:- Reply from Slytherin_Prince

Hamlet,

Good news! I found a set of 2 way books! I will write your screen name inside (and with a nifty little charm I've invented) it will appear inside your luggage when you enter the magical world. It'll be disguised as a book you'd usually read, so you may have to root around a bit.

I've got a feeling this year isn't going to be as dull as it usually is.

So I guess it's goodbye for now.

Have fun being back with the Gryffindork morons.

Romeo.

To be Continued

A/N: Thanks for reading xxx