Dandelions
Ominis Gaunt x Hufflepuff! Reader
Summary: Y/n is hopelessly in love with Ominis but, she only watches from afar. Her best friend Poppy finds out her secret one spring afternoon and decides that Ominis needs to know her feelings.
Inspired by: Dandelions by Ruth B (All credit to her for the song. Obviously.)
Y/n sat a couple tables away from Ominis in the Library. She was trying to study for her History of Magic class but failing too. Her gaze would wander over to Ominis sooner than later. It got to the point where she couldn't look away. She has been in love with Ominis since first year. They accidentally bumped into each other on the way into Charms class and she helped him pick up his books. Yes, he didn't give her an attitude from hell and a cold shoulder but, she couldn't help but admire him. She kept her distance but watched from afar.
She let out a loving sigh and opened her journal. She glanced over at Ominis as she wrote.
Maybe, it's the way you say my name Maybe, it's the way you play your game But it's so good, I've never known anybody like you But it's so good, I've never dreamed of nobody like you
And I've heard of a love that comes once in a lifetime And I'm pretty sure that you are that love of mine
She closed her journal and packed her bag. She departed and passed by Ominis as she went. The scent of warm vanilla filled Ominis's senses, it had become a familiar smell for him. It was an unordinary smell at Hogwarts. He found comfort in the smell. He sometimes found himself searching for the smell but stopped himself every time before finding the source. He just enjoyed the smell before continuing his studies.
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Y/n sat under a tree on a beautiful spring day. She plucked Dandelions from the ground a blew them out, one by one with the same wish every time. For Ominis to be hers one day. She opened her journal and scribbled down some more ideas.
'Cause I'm in a field of dandelions Wishing on every one that you'd be mine, mine And I see forever in your eyes I feel okay when I see you smile, smile
Wishing on dandelions all of the time Praying to God that one day you'll be mine Wishing on dandelions all of the time, all of the time
Y/n started to sing her lyrics softly to herself. Not expecting anyone to hear but, of course, not everything can be perfect.
"That's a beautiful song, Y/n! You have a lovely voice. Did you write that song?"
It was her best friend Poppy. She stood next to her, looking down with her amber eyes glowing in the sunshine. Y/n smiled and nodded,
"Yes, I wrote them. It's not finished though. I have some more ideas to write down."
Poppy sat next to her and smiled,
"Who are they written too?"
Y/n raised and eyebrow and looked over at the brunette, making her giggle.
"C'mon Y/n! Every song is written to someone! Your's is a love song so, who's your crush?"
Y/n blushed and stuttered, scrambling to answer with a lie. Poppy smirked,
"I know who it is. It's Ominis! I see how you look at him when we are anywhere near him. You always glance at him with a loving look. I know love when I see it!"
Y/n just blushed and said nothing. Her downcast eyes only confirmed Poppy's accusations. The girl patted her back and stood back up,
"No worries, Y/n. I got you. I'll see you at dinner, Okay?"
Y/n nodded as Poppy turned and walked away. She went back to picking Dandelions and thinking about her lyrics.
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As soon as Poppy was out of Y/n's sight, she ran as fast as she could to find the Slytherin duo. She found them sitting in the courtyard.
"Ominis! Sebastian! I have to tell you something!"
Sebastian looked up from his book and acknowledged her,
"It was that important that you ran all the way here?"
Poppy nodded catching her breath,
"You guys know Y/n right? My bestie?"
Sebastian nodded and looked over to Ominis and nudged him to respond. The blond crossed his arms,
"Yes, I have. I haven't talked to her since first year when she made me drop my books on the way to Charms."
Poppy smiled,
"Let me describe her real quick. She's 5'1, has (E/c) color eyes, (H/c) hair. She always reads in the Library or outside under a shady tree. She always smells like warm vanilla sugar. She's sweet as honey and loves animals. She's also a really good singer, I found out."
Ominis huffed,
"And why do I care about this?"
Poppy smiled,
"Beacuse... She's had a crush on you since first year but, she knows you were kind of sore about bumping into you even though she apologized. So, she kept her distance. I decided it's time for you to know. For her sake. She should at least have a shot before we all graduate and she never sees you again."
Ominis sat in slight shock. She was that comforting scent this whole time? Why did she think that he hated her all this time? Yet, she still harbored this crush on him? He doesn't even acknowledge her.
Sebastian smirked and nudged the blind male,
"Looks like you have a secret admirer. Maybe you should talk to her and get to know her. Couldn't hurt."
Ominis sighed,
"I'll think about it."
Poppy let out a squeal and thanked them before taking off to her dorm.
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It's been a couple days since Poppy figured out about Y/n's crush on Ominis. She went about her days like normal. She was curled up in an armchair on the second floor of the library in the corner. She scribbled ideas for her song in her journal. She let her mind daydream about what it would be like to be dating Ominis before scribbling down her idea.
'Cause it gets so hard to breathe When you're looking at me, I've never felt so alive and free When you're looking at me, I've never felt so happy
She was lost in thought until she felt someone sit in the armchair next to hers.
"Do you mind if I sit with you?"
She knew that voice. It was familiar and foreign at the same time.
Y/n looked up to see Ominis sitting in the armchair. She nodded before realizing what she had done and said a quick 'No, not at all'.
Ominis sat with his Charms book in his lap with his wand waving over it as he read. Y/n could only stare in shock. Said male was just enjoying her scent. He felt as if he was wrapped up in a cozy blanket on a cold winter's day reading in front of a fireplace.
"You know, I realized this week that I haven't talked to you since First Year and I wanted to let you know that I hold no contempt for you about it. I apologize for not telling you sooner, Y/n."
With widened eyes, she sputtered out,
"No no no. You're okay. More than okay actually. I've been just doing my thing... Ya know?"
Ominis let himself smile at her awkwardness. She is really sweet. As sweet as she smells.
"I do know. I've been doing the same... I want to get to know you better."
A short silence fell over them before Y/n squeaked out,
"I would like to get to know you as well, Ominis."
Her face was now a bright red. She was sure she would melt at this rate. Ominis smiled at her,
"I'm happy that you do. Can I expect you to sit with me at dinner possibly?"
"Yes!"
Y/n quickly cleared her throat and made an attempt to cover up her eagerness,
"I mean... Yes, I would be honored to sit with you."
He stood up and ticked his book under his arm,
"Okay. It's settled. I'll see you at dinner at the Slytherin table. See you later, Y/n."
With that, he walked off. Leaving a melting Y/n in his wake.
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Y/n read her finished song as she walked to the Great Hall for dinner with Ominis. She tucked her book away as she entered. She looked around before she heard someone call for her.
"Oi! Y/n! We're over here!"
Sebastian waved her over. Ominis smiled in her direction as she approached them. The brunette scooted over giving her a spot between the duo. She settled between them. Ominis was first to speak,
"Thank you for joining us, Y/n. I assume you know Sebastian."
Y/n nodded,
"Yes, I do. I beat him a Crossed Wands recently."
The blind boy smirked,
"You didn't mention that, Sebastian. Embarrassed?"
Sebastian grumbled,
"No. Just disappointed in myself."
Y/n patted his back,
"It's okay. I'll say that it was a lucky shot that got you out, Okay?"
The brunette huffed and crossed his arms. Y/n giggled and Ominis chuckled.
The three of them had a delightful dinner. Ominis learned a lot about Y/n and... he actually felt himself liking her. Her laugh was contagious. She was very smart and could keep up with him on an intellectual level. She was fun but, not idiotic like Sebastian tends to be. She was a breath of fresh air to him. He has never experienced that with anyone before. He enjoyed it.
After these developments, Ominis would seek her out more and more. This went on for a couple weeks before he heard her.
He was walking around outside, looking for Y/n, of course. He paused mid-step, he heard something. It wasn't any normal sounds he had heard around Hogwarts... and the smell of vanilla accompanied it. He instantly started to follow it. He got closer and closer. He heard singing. It was Y/n's voice. Her voice seemed to be carried by the spring breeze into Ominis's ears. He stood behind the tree she sat at and listened.
"Dandelion, into the wind you go Won't you let my darling know? Dandelion, into the wind you go Won't you let my darling know that?
I'm in a field of dandelions Wishing on every one that you'd be mine, mine And I see forever in your eyes I feel okay when I see you smile, smile
Wishing on dandelions all of the time Praying to God that one day you'll be mine Wishing on dandelions all of the time, all of the time
I'm in a field of dandelions Wishing on every one that you'd be mine, mine"
Ominis shifted, the grass crunched when he did, catching the Hufflepuff girl's attention instantly. Her eyes widened as she looked up at him,
"Ominis. Um... How long have you been standing there?"
Ominis could hear the embarrassment in her voice but, brushed off her question with his own,
"Was that song written for me?"
Silence settled between them. Y/n could only stare, her breath caught in her throat. She didn't know what to say for once. Ominis walked closer and sat next to her. He looked over at the stunned girl,
"I'm gonna be honest with you. I started talking to you because Poppy told me you had a crush on me. She told me why you never talked to me again but admired me from afar. She wanted to give you a chance to confess before we graduated and you never would see me again. Sebastian convinced me to talk to you and learn about you."
Y/n felt tears well up in her eyes. She wanted to say something but, Ominis continued,
"I did and I'm happy I started to talk to you. I can honestly say that... that I have feelings for you, Y/n. You are smart, kind, and, from what I hear, beautiful. I like how you and I can have deep talks and how you always get the quotes I say from books I read. I just... I just wish I talked to you sooner and didn't make you think that I was mad about dropping some stupid books."
Y/n sat in shocked silence. She couldn't believe that this was happening. The tears of sadness turned to happiness as she tackled Ominis into a hug. He made a startled yelp but, hugged her back in return with a smile. She said into his chest as they hugged,
"It's okay. I forgive you. I have feelings for you too and yes, the song I wrote was for you. I wished on Dandelions every day that you would be mine."
Ominis let out a chuckle at her muffled rant. He nudged her up and brought her into a kiss. She returned it happily. After they parted, Ominis put his forehead to hers and whispered,
"Please be mine, Y/n."
"Yes. I'm your's, Ominis."
