Life with Harry and Ginny
Chapter one
Episodes 1-2
A/N This is another one of my youtube stories that I can no longer upload on there so I will be uploading on here. This story is about what would have happened if Harry and Ginny becoming friends after the Chamber of Secrets. What if Ginny was able to talk to Harry after her first year. I have always felt Ginny's role should have been bigger than it was. I mean you don't save someone's life and not become friends or at least talk to each other more. So this is the WHAT IF story of Harry and Ginny after the Chamber of Secrets. It keeps going through all the school year's and maybe beyond. Hope you enjoy. To my youtube readers, I'll work as fast as I can to get to where I left off so you can see what happens next.
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Starting the 3rd year with Harry at the Leaky Cauldron the day the Weasley's arrive.
When Harry stepped out of his room at the Leaky Cauldron he heard arguing. It only took a few seconds to recognize the yelling. It was Ron and Hermione. Only those two could yell and scream and each with that kind of enthusiasm. Harry walked down the stairs and made his way toward his two best friends.
"Bloody hell Hermione keep that cat away from scammers.", Ron yelled.
Hermione rolled her eyes. "Crookshanks didn't do anything to scanners. You probably lost him and are just trying to blame Crookshanks."
"Not bloody likely!", he screamed back at her.
Harry couldn't help the smile that formed on his face. Watching his best friend's fight give him a feeling of home. That made him sound crazy but it was true. He had missed them so much during the summer. "Hi Ron, Hermione. How was your summer?"
Ron and Hermione both yelled "Harry!"
Hermione ran to him and hugged him. "I would ask how your summer was but I read about it in the Daily profit."
"Don't worry mate Dad said they aren't going to do anything to you.", Ron said giving him a hug.
"I know the minster already spoke with me. He said, That it wasn't a big deal and that I wasn't the first and won't be the last witch or wizard to blow up an aunt of anger", Harry said touched by his friend's protectiveness.
"The Minister of Magic came to tell you that? That seems a bit extreme, doesn't it? I mean do they have people to tell you that?", Hermione said with that I want to go to the library and figure this out, look on her face.
Harry was laughing on the inside at the look on her face. "I had the same thought. I think there is more going then what they are saying but I don't know what it is yet."
Ron rolled his eyes. "Of course there is something going on when it comes to you mate. No offense but you're a walking magnet for trouble."
Before Harry could comment on that there was a shout from upstairs. "Ron we found your rat Fred and George found him under your bed.", Ginny shouted.
If looks could kill Ron would be dead twice by the look on Hermione's face. "I told you Crookshanks didn't do anything to Scabbers."
"That bloody cat of your's probably chased him under the bed." Ron scowled at her.
While Ron and Hermione fight over their pet's Harry yelled up the stairs. "Hi, Ginny. Hi Fred and George."
Ginny runs down the stairs "Harry!" She smiled and wrapped her arms around him. She decided over the summer that she wasn't going to be the shy silly school girl around him anymore.
Shocked at Ginny's enthusiasm it took Harry a second or two to hug her back. "How are you feeling?"
She smiled. She loved the way Harry cared about everyone. The concern he showed. Harry was probably the only person in the world who had any idea about what she went throw. "Better then I was when we left Hogwarts. How are you doing?"
"I am better now that I am not at My Aunt and Uncles for the rest of the holiday. I was starting to worry about you when you didn't owl me back."
"Sorry, we left for Egypt right after I got your owl. Our owl Errol would have died if I had sent him from Egypt to England. He had a hard enough time going from to Hogwarts." Ginny said apologetically
Harry had wished he would have sent Hedwig for to use. I'll do that from now on he thought to himself. Hedwig won't mind the exercise. "It's alright I understand. I am just glad you're okay. How was your trip?"
"It was amazing!", she excitedly. "My brother Bill showed us around all his favorite sights. My favorite was the pyramid's." Oh, we saw…..
As Ginny chatted away about her trip to Egypt they walked off forgetting about Hermione and Ron who had stopped arguing long enough to notice Ginny and Harry acting like best friends. It was an odd display for Hermione considering had no idea that Harry and Ginny had been writing each other since they had left Hogwarts.
Hermione turned her attention back to Ron. "When did that start?"
Ron glared in the direction of Harry and Ginny before saying, "A few weeks after we left Hogwarts at the end of last year. When I asked them about it all they said was that they were helping each other. Ginny was struggling after being possessed by You-Know-Who, understandably so, and Harry kinda of knows what that's like because he has dreams that make it seem like he is directly linked to You-Know-Who."
She didn't miss the glare Ron had sent in the direction of Harry and Ginny and wondered why he was so upset. "If that's all it is then why do you seem so upset about it?"
"Because it's weird…..My best friend and my little sister are friends. Best friends by the looks of it. I suppose I should be happy they aren't dating."
"First of all Ginny isn't old enough to date. Second of all, I don't think Harry like's her in that way." Hermione said laughing at Ron's pettiness.
Ron knew deep down he being selfish but he wasn't ready to share his best friend. He didn't understand why Hermione was so okay with it. "Thank Merlin for that."
Ron and Hermione walked upstairs talking about Ginny and Harry momentarily forgetting about their argument. Meanwhile Harry and Ginny were sitting by the fireplace talking.
"….then Scabbers bites him and runs off deeper inside to tomb. Ron starts chasing after him yelling Scabbers Scabbers get back here you bloody rat.", Said Ginny laughing so hard it was almost hard to understand her. "Mum was furious."
Harry was smiling and laughing as Ginny told her story. He realized this was probably his first genuine smile since the summer Holiday started. "I could see Ron doing that. It sounds like your summer was loads better than mine."
She hated those muggles who treated him so badly. She didn't understand how anyone could treat another human being that way especially Harry. All he ever does is put others ahead of himself. He's completely selfless, noble and he's protective of those he love's and cares for. She put her hand on top of his. "I am sorry Harry. I wish I could bat boggy hex those awful muggles. The last letter you sent before we left for Egypt nearly broke my heart. What they are doing to you isn't right. I wish could stay with us."
Harry looked down at her hand touching his, he normally didn't like people touching for long periods of time but with Ginny, it felt right. "Me to Gin. I am grateful I only have to stay there 2 or 3 months out of the year now. At least my Holidays are more enjoyable since your Mum lets me come over. Hogwarts was my first home and the burrow has become like my second home."
"Three months too long if you ask me." She tried not sound as irritated as she felt. "How are your dreams?"
He unconsciously rubs her hand with his thumb in small circles. It's like I am linked to him through my dreams, Ginny. They seem so real sometimes and some are like warnings."
"I know how you feel…., She makes a face as if she was in pain at the memory of her own experience, I don't get much sleep either." Needing him to look at her, for reasons she wasn't quite sure of yet. She touched his cheek with her hand moving his head so that he will look at her. "Mine dreams are not as bad since I have started talking to about them. Your the only who knows what it's like to have him your head. I get them a little more then I used but they aren't nearly as bad."
He smiles at her knowingly. "At least we have each other to talk to now. It's nice to have someone who can understand what it's like to have something so unclean so evil be a part of you. Don't get me wrong I wouldn't have wished what happened to you on anyone but at least their's a silver lining to all this. You can talk to me now instead of running off with a horrified look on your face and I think it's safe to say that all the butter dishes are going to be elbow free." He laughs so that she knows he joking.
Ginny hit him playfully on the arm. "I was….shy. You were the famous Harry Potter. The boy I had a crush on since I was four or five years old. I didn't know how to talk to you." She started laughing so hard at her own silliness towards during her first year, her body was shaking.
"Well, it looks like you figured out how to get past all that. I am glad you did though because I like talking to you. I am sorry I didn't talk to you more during your first year. Ron told me your Mum yelled at all of your brothers for not watching out for you better. For not knowing something was wrong. I am sorry I wasn't there for you either. I know what it's like to be a first-year scared and alone because you don't know anyone."
"Harry if you had tried to talk to me back then I probably would have run off or said something making a complete fool of myself. You don't need to be sorry for not talking to me. We weren't friends then and it wasn't your job to look out for me. My brothers didn't have an easy summer before we left for Egypt. Mum had them outside working most days, even know Percy is of age he was still punished.", she said laughing. "It was almost comical watching him work outside with the twins and Ron."
What Harry and Ginny didn't know was that Fred and George were listening to their conversation.
"Bloody Hell." They whispered at the same time.
"We are going to have to keep a closer eye on them.", George said looking at his twin.
"I was thinking exactly the same thing." Fred agreed.
Meanwhile Sirius Black was standing outside the Leaky Caldron in his dog form. Watching Harry and Ginny talking. One benefit of being in his dog form beside people not being able to recognize him was his hearing was greatly improved. So he was able to catch most the conversation. "Soon my boy…soon you will know the truth.", he thought to himself.
"Ginny look.", Harry said pointing out the window. "That dog out there, I thought I saw that same dog the night I got dropped off here."
Not thinking anything of it Ginny just smiles and say, "Looks like you have a new friend."
Harry looked at the dog. Something about it seemed familiar but he couldn't place it. "I don't know…something just doesn't sit right with me about that dog."
"You're being paranoid Harry. It's a dog a rather ugly one at that, but a dog none the less."
"Well I have good reason to be paranoid, don't I? You're probably right though. Ginny, I was thinking since you and I understand each other so well…I was wondering if you wanted to meet me in the comment room a few days a week? After everyone has gone to bed of course. Maybe we could just talk."
She couldn't help but smile. "I would love that. Maybe it will help us both sleep better. I hope this year isn't as festive as last year."
He looked at her doubtfully and laughed. "It's Hogwarts Ginny…I don't think that is possible but I promise nothing bad will happen to you this year."
"Thanks, Harry I won't let anything bad happen to you either. We will protect each other."
Before Harry could answer yelled Kids dinner is ready. Harry grabbed Ginny hand and helped her up. "Come on we better go before your Mum comes looking for us."
As Sirius Black watched his godson walk out of the room holding Ginny's hand he could help but be reminded of Lilly and James. He found Ginny to be quite cheeky. Ugly…she think I am ugly that was certainly not something he was used to hearing. Normally people found him cute and adorable in both forms. He thought to himself as he walked away.
Dinner was a short affair due to the fact that everyone had to be on the train in the morning. Everyone said their good nights and headed to bed without much complaint. The next morning wasn't quite as rushed as it normally is with Weasley's because they were all already packed. After breakfast, it didn't take them long to get to Kingscross Station. After they said goodbye to Mr. and Fred, George, Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Ginny were on the train headed to Hogwarts. In the compartment with them was the yet to be known Professor Lupin.
"Have you lot read about Sirius Black breaking out of Azkaban? The Daily profit says he was one of You-Know-Who's followers.", Ginny said addressing everyone after she finishes reading.
"What? Let me see that Ginny." He reaches for the Daily Profit Ginny's holding but she hands it him before he can grab it.
"That explains why Mum and Dad were on edge when we left," Ginny said as Harry started reading the article Ginny just finished.
Harry was confused. "Isn't Azkaban supposed to impossible to break out of?"
"Yes but anymore apparently.", Replied Hermione.
Without warning the train stopped and everything started to go cold. The windows had frost on them and if anyone spoke you could see their breath. A black figure appeared in the doorway of their compartment and went right for Harry. Whatever this thing was it seemed to be sucking the life out of him. Within seconds Harry passed out. Professor Lupin turned in his seat and Yelled "EXPECTO PATRONUM!" Whatever the dark was left quickly as bright white Wolf shot of his wand.
Ginny started to scream, "Harry! Harry! Harry wake up."
Harry opened his eyes with great struggle and groaned.
"Alright there Harry?", Hermione said with concern.
Using what felt like all his energy Harry sat up. "I am fine. Did you see it? What was that thing?"
Ron spoke with a shaky voice. "We didn't see anything mate. All we saw was the windows freeze over then everything went dark. I felt like I would never be cheerful again."
Feeling like now was a good time to step in and explain Professor Lupin spoke. "It was a Dementor. Here eat this it will help.", he said to Harry handing him a piece of chocolate. "If you will excuse me I must go have a word with diver." Without an another word, he left the compartment.
"Who was that?" Harry asked.
"Professor R J Lupin", Hermione said
"How do you? How does she know everything?", asked Ron
"It's on his luggage Ronald." She said pointing to the luggage rack above their heads.
Ginny burst out in laughter. "You can be really thick sometimes Ron."
"Did any of you pass out to?", Harry said looking at his friends.
"No.", they all replied.
Finding the floor uncomfortable he stood up and sat next to Ginny leaning his head back against the seat."So just me then? That's bloody fantastic.", he said sarcastically.
Ginny could tell that Harry didn't look well. "You alright Harry? You don't look good."
Harry turned his head to look at her. "I am Gin. I just feel really tired all the sudden."
Knowing Harry, Ginny figured it was more than that but she knew he would tell her when he was ready. "Go to sleep then. We will wake you when we get to school."
Feeling too tired to fight it Harry closed his and muttered thanks before going to sleep.
The sorting seemed to go quicker this year so it wasn't long before they were able to tuck in and eat dinner before heading to the common room. However before they could leave Professor Dumbledore made an announcement, "Before you head off to bed I have an announcement, because the resent brake out at Azkaban the ministry has ordered that Dementors will keep watch over Hogwarts this year. I must warn you. These creatures are unforgiving and don't care if you are a child or an adult. So stay clear of them. Don't go looking for trouble.", he said looking at Harry. "You may leave now."
Hermione was sitting on the couch in the Common Room. "I can't believe the Ministry think's Sirius Black would come here. What reason could he possibly have to come here?"
"I don't know but I have a feeling we are going to find out.", Harry said
Ron yawns and stretches his arms up. "I am beat. I am going to bed. Coming Harry?"
"You go ahead mate I'll be up in a little while. I am not tired yet. No need to wait up.", Harry replied.
He yawns again. "Right then. Goodnight everyone." Ron went up to bed.
"I am off to bed as well. I'll see you in the morning. Good night.", Hermione said walking to the stairs.
Ginny sighed,"Finally they're gone. Now tell me what happened on the train. I knew something was wrong when you woke up I could see it in your eyes."
Harry smiled in amusement. "I can't hide anything from you can I?"
She returned his smile. "Nope. Now spill."
"When I was being attacked by that thing I heard screaming and then I saw a green light. I think it was my mother. The green light was killing curse hitting her."
Ginny could see the pain in his eye's. Not knowing what to do she reach over to hold his hand hopefully offering some sort of comfort. "Oh, Harry I am So sorry." She leans over and hugs as tight as she possibly can.
"Thanks, Gin I am fine really. It was just a bit of a shock." He returns her hug and finds himself not wanting to let go of her.
Not being able to fight anymore Ginny yawns. "I wish I could do more for you, Harry."
"You do enough for me, Ginny. Having someone like you who knows and understands what I am going through helps a lot. Now your tired and so am I so let's go to bed and I'll see you in the morning.", he said helping her stand up.
She hugs him one more time before saying goodnight and heading upstairs.
"Night Gin.", he calls after her before heading up to his room.
George comes out of his hiding place in the Common Room. "You can tell Ginny fancy's him. However I don't think he fancies her at least not yet.", he whispers to Fred.
Fred agreed. "But I think it's only a matter of time before Harry starts to like her as more than a friend."
Harry walks into the GreatHall and sits with his friends. "Good morning everyone.", he said cheerfully.
"Morning Harry.", Ginny said sending him her best smile.
"Morning Harry.", Hermione replied not looking up from her book.
"Morning Harry.", Ron said with his mouth full of food.
"That's disgusting Ronald at least swallow your food before you speak. Honestly, no one wants to see that.", Hermione said distastefully.
Ron glared at her before turning his attention back to Harry. "What took you so long to get to bed last night?"
He glances at Ginny. "I…um…I couldn't sleep so I just stayed up till I got tired."
Ron doesn't miss the glance he gave Ginny and knows he's lying but lets it go for now. "Okay mate."
Everyone's attention was grabbed by Seamus running in yelling, "He's been cited…He's been cited."
"Who?", Hermione asked.
"Sirius Black!", Seamus said putting the Daily Profit on the table so everyone could see it.