Chapter 1 - Distractions

It was too cold to be out on the pitch any longer, Gwen was becoming tired of our protests. One more and she had threatened an extra 50 laps to our cool down. We weren't fazed though, an extra 50 laps was nothing compared to a 4am start which she normally threatened. Gwen's anger had increased since Amanda's husband Mark had arrived not an hour ago to see how we were getting on. It was not surprising really that he had turned up; none of us had spent much time at home lately. The new Quidditch season was due to start in 2 weeks and Gwen was determined not to lose our English Quidditch cup title. Mark had stopped practice for nearly 15 minutes, something we were all grateful for but Gwen.

"Right Ali and Katie go and do some practising alone for 10 minutes." Our 2 Beaters looked grateful to get a rest. Gwen looked at me,

"Ginny why haven't you found the Snitch yet?" I opened my mouth to answer when Gwen became distracted again.

"Oh what now Harry?" she bellowed with anger. All eyes turned to my boyfriend who was striding across the pitch looking up at me. Without a second glance at Gwen I sped towards him. He laughed when I jumped of my broom and into his arms. Harry had been away for 2 months on a mission for the Auror office. I pulled back to look at him secretly assessing him for any visible injuries.

"Hey Gin," he beamed. "I've missed you."

"Missed you too," I managed to say before kissing him hard on the lips. Ignoring the catcalls and the shouting from Gwen I moved my hands into his messy hair and deepened the kiss.

"Ginny I'm warning you," Gwen said from behind me. Harry stopped the kiss and looked around me.

"Hi Gwen, sorry to interrupt but I thought I'd see how the England champions were getting on," his smile was dazzling and I knew Gwen would soften upon seeing it.

"Well we aren't doing too bad thanks Harry. A few distractions here and there but we're on form," Gwen answered.

"You're a soft touch really aren't you Gwen," Bridget, one of our Chasers teased. The rest of the team were on the ground now welcoming Harry.

"That's good to hear," Harry nodded approvingly, his arms still tight around my waist. He looked tired but relieved to be back home. I'd hear all about the mission later when I returned to our flat in London, where we'd been living together for the last 6 years.

"How much longer do you have left?"

"Another 2 hours," Gwen answered for me. I rolled my eyes whilst shaking my head.

"Can't we just go home now?" I asked thinking of how much I wanted to be alone with Harry.

"No," came Gwen's snapped tone before she took off in to the air again.

"I'm sorry," I smiled sadly.

"It's ok Gin; I just hope you win after the brutal training she's put you all through."

"You and me both," Katie agreed with a sigh.

"I really should get back to training," I said. Harry kissed me again then said his goodbyes to the girls with a promise of Chinese food when I arrived home. The rest of practise went reasonably quick, Gwen lightening up slightly when we'd managed to continue without anymore interruptions.

"So Gin, it's the big day next week. Are Charlie and Elisa all ready?" Amanda asked whilst we changed.

"Yes I think so; we have our final dress fitting next Friday."

"What colour is your dress?" Bridget inquired. I grimaced thinking of the colour.

"Lime green," everyone laughed. "Apparently it's the in colour this season. Snot's a word that comes to mind," I said causing the girls to laugh some more.

"Wow very fetching." Ali sniggered some more.

"I suppose Harry is feeling the pressure now all of your brother's will be married," Katie smirked.

"Harry doesn't seem fazed at all by it, I mean it's only been 8 years," I grumbled. The subject of marriage was a strained one when it came to Harry and I. Everyone had been convinced he'd pop the question within the first year of us living together, but still there was no ring on my finger. It never particularly bothered me until someone brought it up. I then felt embarrassed, was Harry holding out for something more.

"He'll ask you one day Gin, he loves you. Anyone with a pair of eyes can see that," Emma smiled reassuringly. The subject soon changed to the next practise but my mind was still stuck with Harry and a wedding I had dreamt of for years.

"Weasley," Gwen barked from the office making me jump. "A word." I walked into the office and Gwen indicated to the empty chair sat before her desk.

"Don't let them get to you, Harry will ask you when he is good and ready. It took my Ollie 5 years to ask me, the taunts and teasing in that time where unbearable. But even though he made me wait I said yes quicker than that 9th Snitch you caught earlier," she smirked. I sighed heavily,

"It doesn't really bother me, I just wonder what's taking him so long," I confessed.

"Sometimes they just need a few good subtle hints and a kick up the arse," Gwen smiled. "Seriously though Gin, he loves you as Emma said, he's probably just content as the way you are right now. You both have very demanding jobs, busy social lives, he's probably just wondering when he'll find time to do it properly." I nodded taking in Gwen's words, she may have come across as a tough cookie on the pitch but she had a heart of gold beneath it all and that's why the team admired her so much.

"Thanks Gwen," I smiled but still unconvinced.

"Anytime Weasley, now get yourself home." I said my goodbyes to the girls and apparated back to the entrance hall of our apartment building. Our flat was on the top floor overlooking the Thames, Harry had insisted on living here. He told me one we were settled in that the night the guard had taken him to Grimmauld place they had flown up part of the Thames. The old Victorian building had caught his eye for a brief moment and he had dreamed one day we would live here together. 'Ever the romantic my Harry, just not when it comes to marriage' I thought.

"I'm home," I shouted whilst closing the door behind me.

"We're in the living room," Harry answered. I wandered down the hall curious who had stopped by. My brooding train of thought being broken upon seeing Ron, a heavily pregnant Hermione and Rose.

"Hi," I grinned, I bent down to hug Hermione then Ron. He had also been away with Harry on the mission and I was relieved to see he was uninjured also.

"Hi Ginny, how was practice?" Hermione asked whilst shifting herself to get into a more comfortable position.

"The usual," I replied letting Rose jump into my arms.

"Hi," Rose beamed and I kissed her forehead.

"Hello my darling, how are you?"

"Hi," Rose repeated and I laughed. Rose was 15 months now and learning to talk, I had to admit that Rose had stolen my heart more so than any of my other nieces and nephews. Don't get me wrong I love them all equally but there was just something about Rose.

"You've grown again," I mocked sighed and Rose giggled.

"Tell me about it," Ron said, "hey Rose tell your Aunt Ginny the new word you have learnt." I looked expectantly at Rose and she giggled again.

"Book," she grinned. I couldn't help but roll my eyes and laugh,

"Of course."

"So Aunt Ginny," Harry said whilst standing, "we were waiting for you to order," Harry thrust a Chinese food menu in my hand.

"You already know what I'm having," I said and Harry kissed me firmly on the lips.

"I know, but there's always the possibility one day you will change your mind." Harry wandered off into the kitchen to order, I watched him go, Rose still in my arms. If I wasn't mistaken there appeared to have been a hidden message in that answer. Maybe that's what it all came down to; Harry thought that one day I would change my mind and find someone new. 'No Ginevra' I thought to myself, 'you're reading too much in to this.'

"Daddy," Rose said eagerly pointing to the balcony. Ron stood and took Rose into his arms, she was fascinated with our balcony and spent hours watching the boats go by and people.

"See you in about an hour," Ron chuckled heading over to the balcony doors. I sat down beside Hermione and she shifted again.

"Poor you," I tried to sympathise at Hermione's uncomfortale situation.

"I'm fine Gin, only 2 more weeks," Hermione smiled patting her large stomach, "I just hope I don't give birth during the wedding."

"Mum would love that," I grinned.

"Hmmm I know she would," Hermione said distractedly, she was watching me very closely with her trademark Hermione stare. "What's the matter Gin? You haven't been yourself lately."

"I'm fine, just tired from all the training. You know how it gets just before the season starts, Gwen becomes a woman possessed," I smiled but Hermione was having none of it.

"Ginny, you have been playing for the Harpies for 5 years now. This has nothing to do with them."

"I'm fine," I repeated.

"Well you only ever seem to get like this when there is another wedding in the family. Thankfully Charlie is the last to marry so it should take some of the pressure of Harry," Hermione said.

"Does he feel under pressure?" I asked dumbly, had Harry been talking to Hermione about his feelings on marriage.

"Of course he does, he feels it from everyone," Hermione said as though it was the most obvious thing in the world. "What if he was just happy with the way things are between the two of you? Would that be such a problem for you?"

"No of course not, but why can't he open up to me about all of this instead of you?" I was being childish but I didn't care right now.

"Come of it Gin, Harry has always come to me with his girl problems," Hermione laughed, "thankfully though in the 8 years you have been together this is the first time he has opened up to me about you. He loves you Ginny, more than I think anyone realises."

"I love him too, but I just thought…" I trailed off.

"It will happen one day, I promise." Hermione placed an arm around my shoulders.

"Are you two okay?" Harry asked walking back into the living room.

"Of course we are," Hermione smiled and I nodded.

"Come here you," Harry said taking my hand and pulling me into a hug. "I've missed you," he whispered in my ear. I'd missed him too, more than ever before. Hermione was right, I needed to stop thinking about the whole marriage thing, and if it was going to happen it would within time. Right now I was just content with being in Harry's arms again after a long and lonely two months without him.

A/N: Hello everyone. It's been such a long time since I have written anything Harry Potter. Sorry for the break, a lot has happen in this time but I'm excited to be writing again.

This is a story I have had stuck in my head ever since I wrote 'Save me from myself'. I might be a bit rough around the edges to begin with but stick with me :-)

Please review if possible… Krystal xx