Disclaimer: I own nothing you recognize, I truly wish I owned Harry Potter and if I did then I'd be living the dream. But alas I don't and it all belongs to JKR.
Cold wind whipped through the trees as shivers ran down Alena's back. Winter had begun and soon enough the Holidays would come around and everyone would be leaving to see their families. Alena shivered as another breeze hit her, so she tugged her jacket closer to try and keep some warmth on her body.
The only reason she outside was because she desperately needed air. The castle was practically suffocating her. Madame Hodges words echoed through her head; reminding her she needed to start being careful and taking better care of herself now that she's going to have a baby.
Baby. Just the word alone made Alena feel faint and have her heart drop. She wasn't ready for a child, though she loved kids, now was not the time to have them. And now in seven months, she would have her own bundle of joy that will grow up calling her mami. Oh the irony of the entire situation. Alena may not have been a goody good, but she never expected herself to do something this ridiculous and stupid.
Shivering once more, Alena decided it was time to go inside before she got sick and would have to listen to Loren's scolding of how irresponsible she had been. Responsibility. Alena hated the word; she was the most irresponsible one in the entire group. Following expectations and rules were not Alena's favorite activities. This is probably how she ended up in this predicament. Soon enough, Alena began to walk back to the castle, her head swarming with thoughts.
No more Slytherin parties, no more dancing on tables, no more midnight snog sessions, no more reckless fun. All the things she would be giving up: freedom, youth, Seventh Year memories, and none of it she would ever get back. But of course, it wasn't going to be all bad.
Maybe this is the change she always needed, her chance to finally become a better person and to just grow up. Pretty soon she would graduate and enter the adult word; her brothers were always telling her it was time she acted like an adult and not a stupid teenager. Perhaps this was her chance to do that and become the person everyone wanted her to be.
Then again, Alena wishes it wasn't a baby that makes her change but instead that she did it for herself; in the end, none of it really mattered, she would begin her new chapter in life now and she wasn't going to muck it up.
"Alena!" A voice shouted, causing her to break free from her thought and turn around to see who called.
"Where've you been?" Veronica Tarin questioned as she eyed her friend curiously. Nobody had seen Alena all day and usually that's normal except today was Sunday and Alena always spent Sundays with her friends or younger sister.
"Oh I've just been out, walking around and trying to clear my head," Alena said casually as she and Veronica began to walk in sync.
Veronica furrowed her eyebrows in concern, "Is everything alright? You wanna talk about it?"
Alena laughed loudly, "I'm fine darling, just school stress and other nonsense like that."
"You sure?" Veronica questioned, it was normal for Alena to block everyone out and keep things to herself. Which Veronica hated because she wanted Alena to tell her the truth and come to her when she needed someone.
"Positive. Now tell me, where is everyone at?" Alena said nonchalantly, easily changing the subject so she wouldn't have to lie to her best mate.
"Probably heading to the Great Hall, it is dinner time."
"Great! I'm starving!" Alena said excitedly as they turned in the direction heading towards the magnificent dining room.
Veronica chuckled loudly, "When aren't you hungry?"
"Shut it you! I enjoy food because it's delicious and reliable!" Alena said indignantly as she nudged Veronica in the side playfully.
"I swear you're gonna start getting fat one of these days," Veronica commented as they walked through the giant oak doors of the Great Hall.
Alena stopped abruptly, her heart hammering as she looked at Veronicas walking figure, whom hadn't realized Alena had stopped. Without thinking, Alena turned on her heel and quickly shuffled out of the Great Hall and broke into a sprint once the area was clear.
Though Veronica only meant it as a joke, her words still disturbed Alena greatly, mainly because of how true it was. Alena felt her heart race and slowly came to a stop as she leaned on a wall and waited to catch her breath, though she may be slim, Alena was not very athletic and running was not one of her strengths.
All of a sudden, the feeling that the world was spinning out of control and that she could do nothing about it, made Alena feel hopeless and alone. Finally, after calming herself down, she decided to it was best to go the Kitchens just to avoid confrontation with her friends about her weird behavior. How she was going to keep her pregnancy a secret from them was beyond her.
They were the nosiest buggers in the entire school. Especially the father. Merlin, Alena couldn't even think about telling him, he would be the hardest and most concerned no doubt. Eventually, Alena made it to the Kitchens without even noticing she was walking, she knew her way around the school like the back of her hand; solely, because her friends loved to cause trouble and because she was constantly out late.
Alena tickled the pear and entered the kitchen to see a sight of bustling House Elves and trays of food lined up. Seeing the giant roasted turkey and mashed potatoes made her stomach growl and remind Alena exactly why she was there. Quickly, Alena took a seat at one of the tables placed in the corner for guests.
Immediately, a House Elf appeared and greeted her warmly, "Good evening Miss Martinez, how can Chappy help you?"
Alena smiled at the doe eyed elf, "I'll take some of the turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, and sliced ham," Alena paused and a surge of sickness filled her at the smell of ham, "Actually, no ham, the smell is too much and makes me nauseas."
Chappy's smile faltered, "But Chappy thought Miss Martinez loved ham?"
Alena smiled sadly, "I did but not anymore," she said kindly but then quickly added, "maybe I'll like it again another time."
Chappy nodded hastily, "Of course Miss Martinez, Chappy will be back with your request in no time."
Smiling as she watched the elf scuttle away, Alena couldn't help but think how much she loves Chappy. He's been with her since she was an ickle First Year and her second oldest brother, Paul, showed her the Kitchens. In a way, they've grown up together and Chappy knows everything she likes and doesn't like, and sometimes Alena will even find herself confessing to Chappy about things she doesn't even tell her closest friends. Now she would have to tell him the biggest secret of all, she's with child.
Feeling a little sad that things were going to start changing, Alena wondered how everything else would change and how her body would adjust to her new living conditions. Soon enough, Chappy reappeared with the food and pumpkin juice in tow. Alena had to reassure Chappy that she was fine and didn't need anything else, before he finally left and went back to the other elves.
Alena ate her dinner in a peaceful silence, it felt nice being alone and eating a dinner that wasn't dominated by her friends obnoxious chatter and eating habits. Fred always did eat like a pig, in fact most of the Weasley children did and they often said it was a genetic habit. Alena also noted that she really wasn't alone anyways, there was a little life inside her now and she knew that she would do anything to protect him or her.
Slowly looking down at her stomach, Alena couldn't help smile as she rubbed her belly softly. Though she was completely crazy and stupid for getting knocked up in the first place, Alena felt happy and almost excited that she would be bringing a new life into the world. Nobody could take this moment away from her.
Quickly finishing her meal and saying goodbye to Chappy, Alena decided it was time to head back to the Gryffindor common room and face her friends and their demanding questions. Alena began to make her way back to the famous room, not even sure what time it was but not really caring either. As she turned the corner, a tall figure appeared and started walking towards her.
"Well if it isn't my favorite girl! Haven't seen you in the snake pit in a while babe," William Zabini said with a suggestive wink as he slung his arm around Alena's shoulders.
Alena looked up at him and smirked, "Guess I just don't have time for you anymore. I am a busy gal, school to tend and needs to fill."
"I hope that's not code for you've replaced me, my sweet Alena," William whispered seductively as he shoved her into the nearest wall and pressed himself against her.
Staring apprehensively at him, Alena tried to push William away but he didn't budge, "Maybe I have. Doesn't matter though. I'm not interested anymore Will and I won't be making any nighttime visits to you anytime soon."
William laughed loudly, "Don't kid yourself sweetheart, you could never resist my charm and I know how you love to fall to temptation. Besides it's been so long since we've been together, don't you think it's time we re-light our flame?" He whispered into her ear.
Alena smirked at him before finally shoving him off and moving away from him, "I told you, I'm done with that stupid shit. It's time to grow up Will."
Laughing once again, William smirked at Alena's walking figure; he always did have an attraction to the wild girl, "Keep telling yourself that Martinez. You'll come back, begging to be with me again! They always do."
Flipping the bird as she continued to walk, "In your dreams Zabini, go find another girl to screw with!" Alena called over her shoulder before turning the corner.
A smiled appeared on her face, though Zabini can act like a real prat, he really could be a decent guy and it was known that they used to fool around with another. Not because they loved each other but because it was fun and they enjoyed the chase. Alena was proud that she didn't fall for his passes like she usually would, already she was improving and she looked forward to her next challenge.
As soon as Alena entered the common room, she was bombarded by Dominique Weasley, one of the girls she dorms with and best mate.
"Where have you been?" Dominique demanded as she dragged Alena to the fireplace where all their friends lounge.
"Chill out Dom. I've been at the Kitchens and I just got done telling Zabini to shove off for good," Alena said as she took a seat next Fred Weasley, whom was shuffling a pack of Exploding Snap.
At the sound of this, James Potter turned his attention to Alena and his eyes focused on her only. If there was one girl James admired the most, it was Alena. Not only was she beautiful, she was smart and courageous too. As long as he knew her, there was nothing she wouldn't do once.
"Why didn't you come to the Great Hall? You were right behind me!" Veronica demanded as she waited impatiently for Fred to deal the cards, "C'mon Fred, let's play so Tiffany can show you up!"
"Hey! I am determined to win this game!" Fred said indignantly, as he passed out the cards and stared down at his hand with an inquisitive look.
Tiffany Vargas snorted loudly, "Please Fred, you haven't beaten me since Second Year and that was only because I had the flu that day and couldn't read my cards properly."
Alena grinned at her friends before settling her stare on the burning fire, "There was something I had to do and forgot about it till last minute."
"What was it?" Loren White asked as she placed a card down and grinned at Fred's upset expression; he was already losing.
"What is this? Twenty questions? Merlin I'm going to bed, I'll see you bints in the morning," Alena said as she stood up, ruffled Fred's hair and made her way towards the girls' staircase.
"I'll go with you! I'm done with my essay anyways. Make sure you keep it in good condition Richard!" Dominique said as she jumped up and ran ahead of Alena.
James suddenly stood up and followed after her, "Alena wait!"
Alena stopped and turned to look at him, butterflies erupted in her chest as he got closer, "Yes?" She questioned as he stopped right in front of her.
James looked around to make sure no one was listening, "Did you mean what you said? You told Zabini you were done with him for good?"
Smiling softly, Alena nodded slowly, "Yeah, yeah I did. I haven't been with him since summer anyways and it was about time I ditched him for good.
A smirk slowly appeared on James face, "Does that mean you're available to spend those nights with me now?"
Alena's face dropped; perhaps this was the time to tell him what's going on. But as soon as she was about to say something, Daniel Wood interrupted them.
"James! We're about to head upstairs; Fred got his ass kicked again! You coming?" Daniel called out as he packed up his books and avoided a pillow Fred threw at him.
James looked over his shoulder and grinned, "Yeah I'm coming," he said before looking at Alena expectantly.
Giving half a smile, "I'll guess we'll see," she said before turning around and heading up the stairs leaving a confused James at the bottom steps.
Alena entered the girls Seventh Year dormitories and shuffled to her bed which was on the farthest left and closest to the bathroom; this she noted would turn out to be a great thing since morning sickness would no doubt occur soon.
As Alena stripped off her clothing and threw on an old Quidditch shirt she stole from her brothers and a pair of pajama bottoms before dropping into her bed and pulling the covers up. Dom was already in bed sleeping, Sasha Bennington, another one of her roommates and friends was too. The others were still downstairs. Tugging the curtains closed, Alena laid down and let sleep take over her.
A/N: I realize that this idea of a story is completely cliché and practically overused but alas here I am, writing a story based on it. I couldn't help myself and hopefully I mix up the usual and make it so that you want to read it! Thank you so much and I would greatly appreciate it if you left a review. Thanks!