Can't Help Falling In Love
By: DJ Rodriguez
(Author's Notes: Hello, everyone. Guess what, I really like the reviews I got from my two Harry Potter songfics. Thus, this last one is dedicated to jon3776.
Darien: This fanfic sort of follows his story, The Redemption of the Black Sisters. And, since there are slightly more Harry/Bella fanfics out there, DJ has decided to make this a Harry/Cissy fanfic!
DJ: What can I say? I like odd pairings in nearly every book, cartoon, game, or anime I like. On let us get on with the show!
I do not own Harry Potter or "Can't Help Falling In Love" by ATeens from one of my favorite Disney movies Lilo and Stitch.)
Six months it has been since Narcissa and Bellatrix, now posing as Dumbledore's nieces, entered Hogwarts once again and as Gryfindors. Day by day, experience after new experience, they started to see a whole new side of what they were taught to be "impure" and "loathsome".
They have learned, through their own experience and Harry of course, that half-blood witches and wizards were a bit better then purebloods. While not magically powerful as pureblooded beings, their hearts and actions told otherwise. Cissy now had a new respect for them, same as Bella.
They also saw Harry in a new light too. Before they met him, they expected him to be too goody-goody and also have an over inflated ego with a ton of fans behind him. Alas, they soon saw the truth. Others often despised Harry; some claiming that fame got to his head, many blaming him for Cedric's death in the Tri-Wizard tournament, and the rest thought that he was nuts for claiming that Voldemort was back.
But, he knew let that get to him. His past taught him better then most wizards, and he handled it well. Plus, the two Black Sisters learned of his past and were frankly surprised that he had endured all torment and suffering… and still went on to defending the world from Voldemort.
When they asked on how he was able to endure it all, he told them about a mysterious man telling him this when he was very little. Flashback: They were at the park, and Harry was six years old at the time. The man introduced himself as Jon, and he told Harry, "What is right is never easy, and what is easy is never right.". It was then and there on how the came to understand Harry's character.
Because of being left in the dark for too long on account of Dumbledore and the Order, Harry changed. Not too much, but he did. He didn't trust Dumbledore completely anymore like he used to, and often took matters into his own hands. With his old and new friends, of course.
He figured that since the world was going to be on his shoulders, and a war between him and Tommy-boy would soon commence, he would have to be ready on his own. Thanks to teachings from the teachers, including Cissy and Bella, he was going to take the war into his own hands.
His power had greatly increased, making him on a level slightly higher then even Dumbledore! Now he was a lethal combination of houses; Gryfindor courage and strength, Slytherin cunning and craftiness, Hufflepuff loyalty and steadfastness, and Ravenclaw knowledge and cleverness.
Harry had endured through many trials, both outside and inside the school grounds, and he still remained the same to his friends. To the two sisters of the late Sirus Black, it was incredible. Bit by bit, day by day… the two started to fall for the young son of Harry James Potter.
Now, it was nighttime, the next day being Valentine's Day. It was a romantic time for most students during that holiday, except for a few. One of them was Harry, and who could blame that he was saddened at Valentine's Day?
He had little experience with women, and his disaster with Cho Chang just furthered the idea that he would have no true love life. Or a girlfriend, for that matter. He wanted a girl, or woman, that would love him for who he truly was. Not because he was famous.
Little did he know it, but his kindness and caring nature towards the two Black Sisters actually broke through more then he could imagine! The two ladies were in their dorm room, giggling like schoolgirls as they talked about a certain boy… no, man. A green-eyed man who had captured their hearts.
"I can't believe I'm saying this, but I really am falling for Potter!", Bella whispered to her sister. It seemed that empathetic link between them and Harry worked well. They were becoming less and less of Narcissa and Bellatrix, and more of what they should have become, had Tom Riddle and their pureblooded beliefs interfered.
"I know the feeling, sister! Today in Quidditch, he looked very yummy and handsome too! I never seen anyone else fly as fast and free as he did!", Narcissa replied. Both had seen good Quidditch Seekers in their time, but never has free-spirited as Harry.
"Think he'll ask one of us to the Valentine's Day dance tomorrow night?", the black-haired beauty whispered.
Cissy giggled and answered, "I don't know. He really has a low confidence around women. And who can blame him? From all we learned, the girls in this school are actually more afraid of him.".
Bella frowned and recalled, "Yeah, especially after that dating disasters with that Chang girl. Honestly, I can't believe Harry fell for her once.".
Cissy nodded, then inquired, "If he doesn't ask one of us out… are you going to ask him?".
Bella was really shocked at this point. Even after all these years, the "game" was still the same. The boys had to ask the girls out, not the other way around. It was unthinkable! Although… someone like Harry Potter was a good exception to this "rule".
She answered, "I don't know… maybe.". She was unsure. With Harry, you never know what to expect, be they good or bad.
Cissy was thinking on the same lines too, then they realizes it was late. Time for bed. Bellatrix wished her sister goodnight, then went to her bed. Cissy got into her own, and snuggled into the soft, plush comforter. Turing out the lights, both drifted off into a peaceful slumber.
After a few minutes, Cissy peeked from under her covers to look at Bella. Even though she was a mere few feet from her to the left, she saw that the raven-haired seductress was asleep. Slowly, quietly, the blonde-haired bombshell took out a small locket from underneath her pillow.
Using the moon as light, she opened it up to reveal Harry's picture inside the golden charm. To her, Harry had changed her life drastically. Getting a second chance at life, learning all about wonderful Muggle technology just like that Star Wars Trilogy they saw together at his house, getting to know real people, and also being treated with dignity, respect, and… friendship.
She inhaled the picture deeply, for it had his scent on it. The warm, masculine scent was a bit lighter then her late husband, but much more heavenly and also calming. She clutched the jewel to her heart, which was rapidly beating away at the moment.
"Harry… you've done so much for us, despite what we were and what we did. For that… I truly thank you.", she whispered softly. She fell back on her pillow, thinking on how much Harry meant to her. It was clear now… she was in love with the man.
As she continued to think more on the wildfire that was Harry Potter, a song came up in her head. It was a song she heard from one of Harry's DVD's that she watched some time ago, and it seemed to fit her perfectly on how she felt towards him.
(I just can't help falling in love with you)
Wise men say only fools rush in
But I can't help falling in love with you
Shall I say would it be a sin
(Be a sin)
If I can't help falling in love with you
Like a river flows (Oooh)
To the sea (Oooh)
So it goes
Some things are meant to be
Some things are meant to beNarcissa looked up at the moon, and sighed regretfully. 'Why could I have met Harry long ago, before all of this?', she wondered.
To her, Harry was her destiny. She genuinely cared for the young man, not because of he was the legendary Boy-Who-Lived. She had come to learn and see of his past, and was very awed on how he had developed over the years. To her, he was a miracle. And also the reason why Voldemort was so afraid of him.
Take my hand (take my hand)
Take my whole life too (life too)
For I can't help falling in love with youShe had to admit one thing, she owed her life to the man. He had taken on the large responsibility of caring for them, protecting them from either Death Eaters or Aurors, least one should know the truth. Heck, she even had to defend herself against her own son, Draco, when he assaulted her and Harry.
True, she was in disguise at the moment, but seeing her son attacking Harry and trying to kill both her and him… just broke her heart dearly. She saw that the Death Mark was on his arm, and realized that he had forsaken the second chance she had given him at Gringots. He was now expelled, and sent to Azkaban.
Wise men say only fools rush in
But I, I can't, I can't help
Falling in love (falling in love)
With you (with you)
When she had seen Harry fight her son, she saw on why the Dark Lord and her husband feared him. His eyes were burning like green fire, his very being radiating with raw and unsurpassing power. His stance was tall and proud, but his aura radiated protectiveness and strength.
Malfoy had indeed gotten stronger, but it was clear that Harry was his superior. Even with Bella and herself helping Harry, it seemed that their help was unnecessary. Still, he thanked them after the fight and said that they were great help. So strong, yet so humble. A good quality that allowed Narcissa to fall in love with him.
Like a river flows (Oooh)
To the sea (Oooh)
So it goes
Some things are meant to be
Some things are meant to beShe suspected that her sister also loved Harry, but couldn't be sure. After all, the history between the two were somewhat… awkward. Still, it was promising to see that the two got along bit by bit. Slow process, but it was making some progress.
Cissy stiffened when she heard her sister squirm some in her sleep. She heard moaning, and she heard the name "Harry" slip out between the ex-Death Eaters lips. Narcissa flushed some, knowing on what her sister was dreaming about.
Take my hand (take my hand)
Take my whole life too (life too)
For I can't help falling in love with you
Take my hand (take my hand)
Take my whole life too (life too)
For I can't help falling in love with you'But… if my sister does feel towards Potter like I do, what now?', she wondered. She loved her sister dearly, and would never try to come between her and anything she wanted. However… if the person was Harry, it was a different matter altogether.
"I-I'm sorry, sister. But, Pot- Harry is a very rare and special man. I will try my best to win his heart.", she softly whispered to her sister, who did not seem to hear her. She seemed to be enjoying her dream very much.
Like a river flows
That's the way it goes
I just can't help fallin' in love with you
(Fallin' in love for you)
Like a river flows (yea yea)
That's the way it goes (cause I can't)
Fallin' in love with you
Like a river flows (I just can't help myself)
That's the way it goes
I can't help falling in love with you
(I can't help falling in love with you)
(I can't help falling in love with you)
She closed the locket up, and slowly drifted back into her peaceful slumber. But, before completely drifting off to sleep, she issued a warning to her sister. She said, "All if fair in love and war".
How right she was! Soon, it would be an all-out battle for Harry Potter's heart!
Fallin' in love with you(Author's Notes: Well, how was this? I hope everyone liked it.
Darien: DJ joined the Yahoo Group that featured the next chapter of The Redemption of the Black Sisters, and was inspired by it. We all hope jon3776 likes it.
R&R, no flames, enjoy, and leave long reviews!)