Harry Potter.4 «INSTANT»

Harry almost smiled. Almost.

Here’s a short story set during Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire — filling in a moment the book doesn’t show. The night before the First Task, Harry couldn’t sleep. Harry Potter.4

“Then you’ve already fought something worse than a dragon,” Cedric said. “You fought being thrown into something you didn’t choose. And you’re still here. That’s not luck, Potter. That’s spine.” Harry almost smiled

“I’m thinking about dying,” Harry said flatly. “But running’s on the list.” ” Cedric added quietly.

“Dried currants. Very flammable, apparently.” Cedric took a sip from his mug. “Want some tea? It’s from my mum’s thermos. Stays hot for a month.”

“You didn’t put your name in,” Cedric added quietly.