Aria left that night. She threw her bag over the balcony then sneaked down the stairs. She was almost at the door when she heard something behind her. She turned around and saw Marcus Flint.

"Where are you going?" He asked with a grin.

"I was about to go for a ride," Aria replied taking a step backward.

"All by yourself? In the middle of the night? While everyone's sleeping?" He asked walking towards her.

"I couldn't sleep. Besides, I like taking rides by myself,"

"Why don't I come with you?"

"Um, no thanks," she said as she reached for the door. Aria was trapped and they both knew it.

"Then I guess I'll let you go for a ride," he said as he reached her.

"Yeah, thanks," she curtsied then turned to walk out.

Marcus grabbed her arm and spun her around. He pressed her up against the door and kissed her. Aria was using all her strength to push him away, but she couldn't. When they broke apart, Aria wiped her mouth and muttered "Gross," to quiet for Marcus to hear. She forced a smile and went out the door. She grabbed her bag and ran towards the stable. She saddled up her horse, released the owl, then followed it. She rode all night. It was almost dawn and Aria could barely keep her eyes open. She felt herself falling sideways off her horse. The last thing she say was a small house in the distance.

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Aria woke up to the sound of voices.

"She can't be dangerous, Percy. She's so young, what type of harm could she bring?" One said.

"She could be older than she looks, George," the one called Percy said.

"It doesn't matter. She's here and I'm watching over her," said a woman.

Aria opened her eyes and looked around. She was looking at a group of redheads.

"Mum," said a little girl. "She's awake,"

Aria sat up straight. All eyes were on her.

"Where am I? How did I get here?" Aria bursted out.

"Calm down dear. Why don't you sit down and have some breakfast. While you eat, we'll explain," said the woman.

Aria didn't know why, but the smile comforted her and made her feel safe. She walked to the kitchen with the redheads and sat down.

"So how did I get here?" Aria asked after everyone sat down.

"The boys found you this mourning when they went out to play Quidditch on the hill," the woman replied.

"On a hill?" Aria asked.

"Yeah, it's the only place we can play around here. We got up there and saw you. Ron ran back here and told Mum we found a girl and we were bringing her back to the house, then ran back and helped us bring you and your horse here," said George.

"Yeah, well it's not like we needed him," said a boy who looked exactly like George.

"Sure, Fred. Says the boy who couldn't control the horse," said George.

"You couldn't control Scarlette? She's one of the most tamed horses in the Manor's stables," said Aria in disbelief.

"That thing is tamed?" Fred asked in shock.

"So, uh, your a family of wizards," Aria said after a moment. They all nodded. There was another long pause.

"I'm going to go check on my horse," said Aria.

"Why don't you check on your horse then go up to Ginny's room and rest until dinner," the mother said.

"Thank you but I really should get going,"

"Nonsense. I insist you stay with us until the boys go to school,"

"I really shouldn't, I need to go get my school supplies them make sure I'm at the train station by 11 the day after tomorrow,"

"Well, the boys need school supplies and have to go to the train station as well. So why don't you just stay here?"

"I don't know," Aria said.

"Please, I insist," she said.

"Alright, fine,"

"Great I'm Molly Weasley by the way. What's your name dear?" Mrs. Weasley asked.

Aria hesitated.

"I'm Aria Black,"

Mrs. Weasley made a sour face for a second then went back to her jolly self.

"Well, it's a pleasure to meet you Aria," she said.

"You too. I'm just going to go check on my horse then I'll get settled in-"

"Ginny's room. She's my youngest and only daughter. You two will be great friends."

"I hope so," said Aria before leaving the room.

Aria walked out and saw Scarlette tied to the fence. She'd been unsaddled and groomed. Aria walked over to Scarlette and pet her.

"Hey girl. Are you okay after all that riding last night?" Aria asked.

Scarlette neither in reply.

"Good girl. I see they took good care of you. I'm going to go rest and I promise I'll check up on you later,"

Scarlette neighed again. Aria walked back into the house.

"Ginny will show you to her room, dear. I hope you're okay with bunk beds," Mrs. Weasley.

"Not a problem," Aria replied.

Aria followed the little girl up the stairs.

"This is my room," said Ginny.

"It's really nice," Aria said admiringly. She was a bit jealous because this was the type of room she'd always wanted. She didn't enjoy the big fancy beds back at the Manor.

"Thanks," said Ginny.

Aria glanced at the pink walls.

"Do you like pink?" Aria asked.

"Yeah, it's my favourite colour," Ginny replied.

"Me too," said Aria.

"We'll have a nice...sleep," said Ginny awkwardly, like she didn't know what else to say.

Aria laughed and Ginny joined in.

Mrs. Weasley was right. We will be good friends. Aria thought.

"Thanks," said Aria before Ginny left the room.