SpellBound

(3rd Person P.O.V)

"Shizu-chan!"

The blonde groaned and clutched his head in pain, blood already dripping from the blow. He was leaning forward, looking like his was trying to suppress something. Godamnit, it fucking hurt! Out of the corner of the taller's eye he could see Izaya, who was shocked to see the male hadn't been knocked out by that fatal hit.

-"Shit! A kid was just hit with the loose Bludger!"
-"Quick! Get Madam Pomfrey!"
-"Somebody catch the damn thing before anyone else is injured!"

All the shouting that was going on was aggravating Shizuo. He didn't hear what they were saying. He didn't see the concerned look the raven was giving him as he kneeled down in front of him, nor did he feel the blood that was running down his face.

All he knew was that he needed to destroy the fucking ball that had made him snap.

"That's it..." The blonde growled lowly as he raised himself to full height, looking for the Bludger. He had held his temper long enough. It was pointless. How could a monster like him ever learn to keep calm, especially after all the shit he'd been put through for ten fucking long years.

"Shizuo, don't try any sudden movements or-!" The ravenette's breath hitched as he took in the look in the other's eyes. It was the same look that he'd given Akabayashi, raging, wild, and filled with anger.

"Where is it..?" The taller teen asked, his murderous gaze scanning the area.

Izaya attempted to calm him. "Shizu-chan, we need to get to the Hos-!"

"I asked where is it..." the blonde half snarled, making his raven-haired companion back away. Shizuo was pissed and was trying his best to not lash out at him.

"Don't lash out at the flea... He's only concerned for your well being... You can smash the Bludger instead.

Before Izaya could answer the Bludger came whizzing back, aiming straight for the duo. Shizuo stepped in front of him, and charged right at the black ball. He swung his arm at the thing, sending it flying into one of the stands. The Bludger, despite having a decent sized dent in it, shot into the sky and flew downwards, aiming for the blonde again. This time, Shizuo violently sent it skyrocketing into the air with a kick, which would normally smash quite a few bones at the speed the damn thing was going.

The team and every other person had all but tried to stop the mad destruction that they were witnessing. The transfer that had joined wasn't just unfriendly, he was a bloody monster! Did Dumbledore know about the kid's insane strength, and if so, were the things the Daily Prophet said true?

So far, said 'monster' had punched, kicked, thrown and smashed the Bludger multiple times, yet it still came back. At one point he had even leaped from the stands and rammed straight into the ball, causing it to again fly into a various amount of equipment. The group of onlookers were wondering how he even had enough time to get on top of the stand and launched himself at the Bludger.

Meanwhile, the blonde was having other thoughts.

'Why the fuck is it only going for me?! What did I ever do!? God damnit, this is so annoying! I'll crush it!! Kill kill kill kill kill kill kill kill kill kill KILL KILL KILL KILL KILL KILL KILL!!!!!!!!'

"Fucking pest..." Shizuo glowered at the ball. "GO DIIIIEEEEE!!!"

As Shizuo said this he'd ripped one of the three hoops out of the ground, proceeding to throw it into the air and hitting it squarely. Everyone gasped in astonishment. The teen had just pulled one of the gigantic goals out of the ground and used it like a baseball bat! Was he even human?! The ball was sent crashing into the ground, a huge cloud of dust kicking up. Once it cleared the blonde was still holding onto the pole, breathing heavily, his hair shadowing his eyes. The blonde was hoping that was the final blow, or so help him, he would destroy the whole pitch!

-"Oh God! Look at the Bludger!"
-"It's been completely mauled..!"
-"And the pitch-!"
-"At least we can repair it with a spell..."
-"He's not normal! A damn beast!"
-"A monster! He's a monster in a human's skin!"

'Shit... Well done Shizuo, you haven't even been here for a week and you've already screwe up...' Shizuo thought miserably. He knew he was a monster, barely, if not at all human.

"You may look like us, but underneath all of it is a true beast. You should just stop with the act already, it's not going to work." they had once told him one too many times. But it's not like he wanted to be born like this! It's not his fault that he had abnormal strength! Yet all the same, he was an outcast to society, who jeered and taunted him like a flock of vultures, always hungry for his suffering.

Shizuo Heiwajima. 'Quiet Hero Peaceful Island.' The blonde wished he could be more like his name meant, Shizuo. He wanted society to be like his family name, Heiwajima.

But most of all, he yearned for ridding himself of his destructive power.

____________three weeks later...

(Izaya's P.O.V)

It's been three weeks since Shizu-chan had started to avoid me, around a month since school started. After his outburst on the pitch he was given a weeks detention with Professor McGonagall so I didn't get to see him that much. But on that week in classes, he didn't talk as much. I first assumed it was because he was tired after probably spending most nights doing homework after the detentions, so I left it at that.

It was also the week where he had started distancing himself from others, as said 'others' treated him differently. Anywhere he went people would scurry around him. Even Shinra and Dota-chin wouldn't go any nearer than three feet, but I'm pretty sure Shinra wants to dissect him... They also said things. Things that made my blood boil. I won't even mention the words they used. Akabayashi seemed particularly happy, smug. Shiki-san was the only one aside from myself who Shizu-chan seemed somewhat comfortable with.

Anyway, after the pitch was repaired and the tryouts were over, I took a peek at the case that held the balls. The section that was meant to hold the loose Bludger was all intact, so it didn't break out on it's own. When I examined it further I found a badge hidden under a loose piece of material. It was gold and silver with quite a few green gems on it. It also had very elegant designs on it. I am keeping it until I figure out who it belongs to, but it looks slightly familiar...

As I arrived at usual spot on the school grounds I noticed Shizu-chan wasn't here. He normally is the first here. Aka, Shiki-san, Shinra and Dota-chin were already sitting down and lazing about. I frowned.

"Ne~, has anyone seen Shizu-chan?" I asked as I sat down, whisking out my wand and creating some food. They all shook their heads. My frown deepened as I studied their expressions, knowing I was making them uncomfortable. Well anyone who was hiding something, that is.

"Hey Izaya-kun? Do you think Shizuo would let me diss-" I gave him an incredulous look. See? I said he would want to dissect him.

"After the way you were to him I really doubt it." I spoke shortly.

"I don't see why you'd want to hang around that brute." Aka leaned back against the tree. "Even after what you saw."

"He isn't a brute." I shot back quickly. He thinks he can speak like that when he even has a nickname of his own for his violence.

"Geez, you're so defensive of him. You'd never jumped to defend any of us."

"So?"

"I'm just saying. You'd defend a monstrous beast while only knowing him for less than a week-" Shiki gave him a look to stop but the Red Demon waved him off." -but with friends you've known for years, you turn your back on them and let them fend for themselves. One time, you got me in trouble on purpose."

"Maybe that's because..." I gave him a scorching glare. "you are such a conceited, idiotic bastard!"

The rest of them stared at me in shock. I try not to swear when around others, forget at a person's face. But this was an exception, with a very good reason behind it too.

"Why you little shit!" He stood up and threw a punch, which I dodged. Before he could throw another, I had grabbed my bag and started walking away. For good measure and maybe because I felt like being a prick, I made the food disappear.

"See you guys sometime." I said coldly, ignoring the sounds of protests from Shinra and speechless looks they were giving me.

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(Shizuo's P.O.V)

I sighed as I stared up at the sky, sitting somewhere else outside. My two owls along with Serapha were keeping me company. Seraphs was sitting across from me, grooming herself. Kyō and Shiro were testing each others strength again... I better get the first aid kit... I smiled and closed my eyes. Animals are so much better than people, well that's what I thought until I met him. When I asked around the dorm on the first night about a black-haired Slytherin with auburn coloured eyes that seemed to glow red at times everyone asked me why and how did I know him. When I replied, they gave me a relieved look that said 'good, at least that's all' and told me to stay far away from him. But as you can see, I just got closer to him. I found out later that he was apparently one of the most manipulative sadists in the school. Even when I asked other Slytherins in Sixth-year for their opinion on him, they sorta shuddered and said to mind myself.

From the time I'd spent with him, he definitely wasn't a manipulative guy or anywhere near a sadist. He was kind, friendly and cheery. I can't see him as someone who blackmails. And he even cared enough to worry about my safety and health, which is something only my family would do. For the first time, I had fun with someone other than my brother. I was able to laugh, smile and mess with someone who welcomed me into his group of friends. And that all probably went down the drain when he saw a part of me I despise with all my being.

After all, why would a guy like him want to be friends with a monster?

"Mrrow."

Serapha had rubbed her head against my leg, wanting attention. I petted her head as she started to purr and climbed into my lap. Her fur was really soft, like Izaya's hair, which was also slightly fluffier. His smile flashed through my mind, followed by the look he gave me on the pitch. Why couldn't I hold my temper better? I just lost my only proper friend at th-

"There you are, Shizu-chan~!"

Just as I turned my head I was enveloped by a bundle of robes with a fur trim and a very familiar scent.

"F-flea?" Doesn't he usually sit with the others?

"Shizu-chan, why weren't you at the usual place, and why are you avoiding me?" He let go of me and pouted, crossing his legs and sitting down beside me. I didn't say anything.

"Come on Shizu-chan, tell me~.

I started pulling at the grass."Well... I... You saw me on the pitch... I just..."

"-wanted to not hurt me, so you thought I was better off without you." he finished for me. I nodded in confirmation, surprised he knew what I had thought.

"Well, I'm not. I'd rather have you as my only friend." Izaya moved closer to me. "I missed you the past few weeks, it was boring and Malfoy was being annoying." Is it normal to get a warm, fuzzy feeling in a friendship?

"You missed me?" I asked mischievously. I love that weird feeling, whatever it is. And it only happens around Izaya, especially when he's talking.

"Y-yeah, I missed you a lot." He looked down but I caught a glimpse of redness on his face. Was he... blushing? I pulled his face up so I could see him properly. To my (delight) surprise, he flushed even more. The ravenette looked cute... Can friends call each other cute?

"You're really cute when you blush." I murmured.

"H-huh?!" He seemed really flustered now... Did I say something?

"Whoever is your girlfriend is lucky." I said, letting go of his face.

"I don't have a girlfriend..." Izaya muttered, adverting his eyes.

"Oh..." I softly breathed out. "Then a boyfriend? I didn't think you swung way but I don't mind."

"I'm single... I don't really have any interests... I think..." I barely caught the last part, but I didn't pry. So he thinks he might be interested in someone... I wonder who... The thought of Izaya leaving me made an uncomfortable twisting feeling in my stomach.

"What about you, Shizu-chan? Have you ever been in a relationship?" He had a questioning glint in his eye, which now looked like it was glowing a gentle crimson. I shook my head and leaned back.

"Nah, I never have, and probably never will. Why would any-" Before I knew it Izaya had jumped on me and sat on my middle.

"Don't finish that sentence." the raven spoke firmly. "You are not a beast, a monster or any of that sort. You are one of the kindest, most gentle person I know, and I know a quite a few. So please don't call yourself any of those horrible things. No buts." he pointed a finger art me as I went to protest.

I laughed quietly, catching him off guard. I took this chance to turn the tables.

"Sh-Shizu-chaa-!"

Now I was on top, being careful not to hurt him. I gazed down at him, his face now dusted with a heavy blush. Man, never thought I'd meet someone who has confidence in me. I leaned down and hugged him tightly. He hesitantly hugged back. I buried my face into the crook of his neck.

"Thank you... for believing in me... and for just being here..."I whispered, taking in his scent. He was cool to the touch and smelt of... cinnamon and autumn... and something that I could just label as Izaya.

"N-no problem, Shizu-chan. All you have to do now is learn to have more confidence and to love yourself." His voice was sincere and sounded as if he was one hundred percent certain that I could. And maybe I would be able to.

So this is what friendship is like. It's basically family, except it feels different. Around family, I don't get a fluttery, warm feeling when someone smiles or does something for me.

Friendship is nice. I don't ever want to be without it.

I wonder if Izaya feels the same?

________________to be continued...