FEST FIC: The Ugliest Malfoy - Harry/Draco (NC-17)

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Title: The Ugliest Malfoy
Author: camillily
Prompt: Prompt #26, The Ugly Duckling
Pairing: Harry/Draco
Summary: He always thought he was the ugliest, and ugly he was, at least for the blind, hateful people around him.
Rating: NC-17
Disclaimer: This is a work of fanfiction set in the Harry Potter universe – all recognisable characters and settings are the property of J. K. Rowling and her associates. The tale The Ugly Duckling is completely H. C. Andersen's invention. No copyright infringement is intended. No profit is being made. Please observe your local laws with regards to the age-limit and content.
Warning(s): Language, slash, sexual content, hurt/comfort, slightly AU
Word Count: 5 179
Author's Notes: Loosely based on the tale of The Ugly Duckling by H. C. Andersen and the prompts ‘Weasley bashing’, ‘negative-minded Draco’ and ‘Hogwarts Era’. From Wikipedia: ‘The Ugly Duckling (original title: Den Grimme Ælling) is a literary fairy tale by Danish poet and author Hans Christian Andersen (1805 – 1875). The story tells of a homely little bird born in a barnyard who suffers abuse from his neighbors until, much to his delight (and to the surprise of others), he matures into a graceful swan, the most beautiful bird of all. The story is beloved around the world as a tale about personal transformation for the better.’ ♥


The Ugliest Malfoy

Comments

[clear-stream18.livejournal.com]

Absolutely, breathtakingly wonderful. I absolutely love it.

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you! It means a lot to me that you read the fic and left such a lovely comment :)

[flaminia-x.livejournal.com]

Wow, what a great take on this fairytale. I really like the way you play with what Draco thinks he sees and what everyone else sees. Bitchy!Ginny is fun, too. Nice job!

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you so much for reading and commenting!

[megyal]

His schoolmates recoiled from him, but a few Ravenclaws drew closer in scientific curiosity.

I laughed so hard at that line; this was such a cool read!

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you :D

[childsnatcher.livejournal.com]

Wow. That was so well written! What a great spin on the Ugly Duckling. I wondered how it could be that he was so damn ugly, but it was just his own mind. Brilliant. I hate angst, but I couldn't stop reading this one. I felt so bad for him! I loved it, Mystery Author!

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback! I love feeling sorry for Draco and then be happy because Harry comes rescuing him ;)

[citrus-lime.livejournal.com]

OH MY, I love this! Although I really, really want to smack Lady Malfoy on the head, and smash Ginny's head to nearest wall. I'm curious about Lucius, if I remember correctly, Lucius was not mentioned at all, only when Narcissa said that it was Lucius who prepared Draco's name.

Well, I really like this story. Love it even. Great job, author!

[(Anonymous)]

Actually, Lucius was mentioned once more: When Draco thought of how his father used to imply that his son wasn't a human-being. So, Lucius wasn't a big support, either, unfortunately...

Thank you for reading and reviewing, dear! :)

[cassie-black12.livejournal.com]

Aww, that was so sweet and lovely.

[(Anonymous)]

Merci beaucoup! :)

[silva-draconis.livejournal.com]

Awwwwwww!!!!!! That was beautiful! Self-concious!Draco was fantastic, and it was a great look into his mind. Brava.

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you, love! :)

[hurdyburdy.livejournal.com]

You made Ginny scary in this. Good job -- loved Harry's pointy nose comment at the end.

[(Anonymous)]

Hehe. Well, Draco does have a cute, pointy nose. Couldn't keep from mentioning it in the fic.

Thank you for your lovely comment :)

[rainien.livejournal.com]

Absolutely lovely, with a nice, fluffy ending. Well done.

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you! :D

[bgreenwivy.livejournal.com]

That was masterfully done. This was a great read.

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed it :)

[thilia.livejournal.com]

Awwww :D I knew you'd do a great job with this, but that was soooo sweet! Loved it ♥

[(Anonymous)]

Thank youuuu, lovee ;)

♥

[nursedarry.livejournal.com]

Wow! That was amazing! Harry was perfect in this; just what Draco needed - the layers of self-doubt and angst falling away to reveal the beautiful boy beneath. I really enjoyed being in Draco's head. And Narcissa's inclusion in this was a wonderful touch.

[(Anonymous)]

Aw, thank you so much! :)

[aquila-star.livejournal.com]

Lovely. :D My heart ached for Draco several times, but the end filled it with happiness. ♥

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you for reading and reviewing! :D I am glad you liked the fic.

[frigus-et-nox.livejournal.com]

This is absolutely great! Long way from loneliness to happiness. Thank you very much!

[(Anonymous)]

*preens*

Thank you for reading my fic and leaving such a nice comment :)

[darkestnight12.livejournal.com]

I LOVE. Draco thinking that he was ugly and how he reacted to the world was LOVELY. Though a little sad and a little painful.

Ginny being a b**** was much appreciated since who like Ginny anyways?

Draco seeking artificial brightness with his gems was rather heartrending. Such a poor insecure boy.

Love how Harry came out with him after Ginny the b**** got on his case. *laughs* Yes. I liked this. Very much so.

[(Anonymous)]

Yay, I am so glad you did! Thank you for reading and reviewing :)

[misplaced-exile.livejournal.com]

Wow, that was surprisingly touching and heartfelt. Awesome. I love how you started off with Narcissa and Draco, which you could totally just imagine happening, and then it switches to Hogwarts where Draco is (IMO) really IC. What a great start to the fest!

[(Anonymous)]

Awww, thank you!! I am glad you enjoyed my fic :)

[ayurubie.livejournal.com]

cute :P

[(Anonymous)]

Thanks! :)

[sony-kit82.livejournal.com]

that was such a wonderful read. narcissa's disdain and the school's (especially hermione and pomfrey) derision provided a painful background to draco's resigned tone. i like the carefully injected witty quips which showed draco still struggling to hold on to something. the desperation and loneliness during the Halloween ball created a beautiful backdrop to the mystery and passion brought by harry. loved the ending, so hopeful and loving.

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! I am really glad you appreciated the story ♥

Awwww... =3

[(Anonymous)]

I adored and loovee the angsty portions and the moments after the ball. Although i wished there was more background on Draco's bringing up. Nevertheless it was a GOOD READ! =)

Re: Awwww... =3

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you for reading and commenting! :)

I also wish I had added more about Draco's life before Hogwarts and how he was treated by his own family. I might do that if I ever re-post the fic.

[joyceyhlin.livejournal.com]

It was a really fresh take on original story. And I loved the way you wrote about Draco's transformation from "ugly" and "beautiful", and how this process involved Harry. It was simply wonderful.

[(Anonymous)]

Aw, how sweet. Thank you! :)

[westkitsune.livejournal.com]

I love how despite Draco thinks he's ugly, he still thinks he's better than everyone else. That is just so like him! And everyone's treatment of Draco was painful to read, which made the ending that much sweeter.

Thank you for a lovely read, mystery author!~

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you for leaving me such a nice review! I am thrilled that you liked my fic :D

[tsukiihime.livejournal.com]

aw, that was really cute <3~ and i love me a ginny bashing >=3

[(Anonymous)]

Ginny bashing always makes me happy :D Thank you!

[quill-lumos.livejournal.com]

I love how you managed to make us believe in draco, the ugly ducking, who, of course wasn't ugly at all!

Loved the hint of the magical fairytale and Draco being saved by his prince.

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you! :D

[olimakiella.livejournal.com]

Awww....! It made me squee and laugh and cry and want to hug them both tightly.

Hm. Mostly I just fell in love with it. Great job!

[(Anonymous)]

Perfect! Just the reaction I aimed for :)

Thank you for reading and reviewing!

[serilla.livejournal.com]

Wonderful! Great story - how Draco was the "ugly duckling" but Harrys love transformed him into the beautiful "swan". Just great. :)

[(Anonymous)]

Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed it :)