Duel Control
Ron stood before him, wand ready- aimed high- aimed at Harry's chest. Harry took a step back, eyeing the wand cautiously. He lightly fingered his own wand under his robes, ready to whip it out at any sign of movement, but Ron stood still- a blank expression etched across his face.
Breathe becoming shallow, Harry gripped his wand tightly. He could see Hermione out of the corner of his eye. She was frantic, her knuckles white as she clutched a book to her chest. The room was silent- waiting... waiting for his move.
He took another step back, not yet ready for events about to unfold. He bit his lip as Ron's wand hand began to shake slightly, barely noticeable, but Harry saw it and seized the opportunity-
"Stupefy!" he roared and a bright light shot from his wand towards Ron.
Ron's weak "Protego..." was barely audible as he was thrown of his feet by the force of Harry's spell.
Hermione rushed to Ron who was barely stirring on the floor. Worry apparent in her expression, she looked up to Harry who stared, shocked at the strength of his Stunning Spell.
"Harry!" Hermione yelled at him, as she helped a weak Ron up. "It was stronger but you can't wait that long next time! We're supposed to be improving your reflexes! Ron, what were you doing, hesitating?"
Ron shrugged Hermione off. "Didn't want to jinx my best mate, did I?" He muttered, smirking at Harry who grinned back awkwardly, still in awe of the power of his spell. "Though, after that, I might be alright with knocking you about a bit too!"
Harry laughed at this. "You're alright, Ron. I think I'll need to get used to it before this Third Task."