[HPFGU-OTChatter] Re: Unlikely pairings - moved from MAIN again :)

[Sharon Hayes]

 Sharon:
> Honestly guys! Isn't it obvious that all that apparent hatred, angst and rivalry between
Harry and Draco is masking sexual tension? Dumbledore isn't the only one who's gay if
you ask me. It's so obvious ;-)

Geoff:
Actually it's not. I agree that the sort of confrontation we see could
be masking sexual tension but (a) they're too young and (b) speaking
as a male, it isn't necessarily gay.

Unless things have changed dramatically since I was in my teens, we
used to become aware of our sexual drives and needs when most of
us were entering what was then the Third Year (Year 9 in modern UK
education speak). So, on that count, I would rule that out for the
exchanges between Harry and Draco at this point in time.

Regarding sexual tension between them, I was a pupil at a single-sex
secondary school from 11 onwards. Now, it still may be the case, but
we often explored our sexual feelings with other friends by getting
together to bring each other to satisfaction, usually through
masturbation. There was no deeper physical connection because
homosexuality was illegal at that time and there was no way that we
poor semi-innocent mid-teens could find out any more.

But that didn't make us gay unless that rocked our boat. I can see the
possibility for that sort of exploratory relationship between the guys
at Hogwarts but I believe that our personal ideas about sexual
orientation develop a bit later. Mark you, the idea of Harry and Draco
as an item is an intriguing one. I have read some interesting fanfic
going along this when I get into a "What would have happened if?"
frame of mind.

Sharon again:
I do actually agree with you there. I was just being flippant -- sorry to all for that. I'm a huge fan of the Harry/Draco SHIP and so was just throwing in a little joke.  Again I do apologise.

Sharon, who can't seem to be serious for two minutes at a time, even when talking about serious issues.



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