Thanks to DogLover258 for being my only reviewer so far. Anyway, I won't make all of the ficlets romance, just most of them, like this one! This fic has been sitting on my computer desk for almost a year now, and I just remembered that it has a song in it, so I'll use it.
Be A Man
Written in Ginny's POV.
My relationship with Harry had been steadily growing over the past bit. But he ruined that for both of us the day he snogged Hermione. I can still remember that day very clearly.
Flashback
Hermione's giggle was very loud, making it sound like she was having a good time. I walked into the room, thinking they were playing a game. I guess they were. A game of "Who Can Snog Better?"
End Flashback
Every time I think of that day, it always brings tears to my eyes. My boyfriend of 2 months was snogging my best friend. I guess the reason it hit me so hard was because I had spent so long telling myself that once Voldemort was defeated, Harry and I could be together. He just didn't want to put me in danger before that. I thought it was all over. Harry had won the battle, and I had won his heart. Or so I thought. Then what do I find? Him and Hermione having a make out session in his room. God, I don't know if I'll ever be completely whole again.
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A couple of weeks ago, I had decided to become a singer to ease the pain. It was going great, I had already released my first CD, and was getting ready for my first concert. I decided to end it with a new song that nobody had ever heard before, but the problem was, what to sing? I suddenly remembered the rest of what happened that one fateful day.
Flashback
"How could you? We were together!" I demanded, a mixture of anger and sadness making the tears feel hot and thick against my cheeks. I didn't care who heard me. In fact, I was too hurt to care about anything anymore. Nothing could make me more upset.
"Actually, Ginny, we were never officially together. Sure, we went out, but we technically weren't boyfriend and girlfriend." Harry's words cut through me like a knife cutting through cake. I guess I was wrong. That made me more upset. Without saying a word, I ran out of the room, not caring who I bumped into.
End Flashback
I put the finishing touches on my newest song. I also wrote a letter to Harry, telling him about my concert. Although we weren't together, we still kept in touch as friends. I also included two front row tickets, knowing that Harry wouldn't come unless Hermione could too. And I really wanted him to be there.
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Concert Night
I checked the front row to make sure that Harry and Hermione were there. Once everyone showed up, I sang through the first 14 songs like they were nothing. Then came time for the heartbreaker.
"I dedicate this next song to someone all of you know. Harry Potter. So Harry, you'd better wake up and pay attention." I nodded my head and a spotlight hit Harry and Hermione. I then told myself that I wouldn't cry, no matter what. But as soon as the music started, I was powerless. The tears started rolling down faster than they ever have before. I took a deep breath, and waited for my cue to start singing.
"The world is quiet,
Like there's no one around.
But I feel you beside me.
I know the secrets
You keep locked away inside,
Don't understand why you're hiding.
"She must be special,
This new girl by your side.
I seek for answers,
When I look into your eyes.
There are times I can't,
But I will be strong.
"For once in your life,
Be a man.
Just tell me the words,
'Cause I know that you can.
Don't leave me with scars
That no one can heal.
For once in your life,
Be a man.
"You made me love you,
Love you right from the start.
You're controlling my heart baby.
Don't pack your bags yet,
Give me time to say goodbye.
Just don't leave me wounded.
"I just hope,
You will regret the things you do.
Come back to me,
'Cause our love is the real thing.
There are times I can't,
But I will be strong.
"For once in your life,
Be a man.
Just tell me the words,
'Cause I know that you can.
Don't leave me with scars
That no one can heal.
For once in your life,
Be a man.
"I knew that I,
I fought to keep our love strong.
If you leave me now,
You'll come running back for more baby.
And I hope for,
And I wish for,
And I pray that
The words from your mouth will
Eventually make you
A man.
For once in your life,
Be a man.
"When everything stops." –music break-
"For a minute in your life,
I'll hope that.
"For once in your life,
Be a man.
Just tell me the words,
'Cause I know that you can.
Don't leave me with scars
That no one can heal.
For once in your life,
Be a man."
When the song was finished, I looked over at Harry and Hermione. She had her head buried in his arm. I scowled at her. Honestly, was I that bad? But then I saw that her body was shaking, and she was crying. Harry, although he was quietly comforting her, also had tears running down his cheeks. I didn't know if I should feel sorry that I made them both cry, or if I shouldn't let it bother me. I was confused, and didn't know what to do, so I just decided to sing one more song before ending the concert. I did. While everyone was leaving, I saw Harry tell Hermione to wait for him outside, and my heart did a back flip. I pretended to be cleaning up the stage as Harry walked up to me.
"That…that was a great concert, Ginny." He said cautiously.
I didn't dare look up at him for fear that I would see tears on his face. "Thanks," I muttered, still looking down.
He gently touched my chin and lifted it up with one finger. "Ginny," he said, "what's wrong? Why won't you look at me?"
"Because I'm afraid of what I'll see." I had my eyes facing down, so I still couldn't see him.
I heard him sigh. "Is this about what happened during the summer?" he asked, and I looked up finally. His eyes were fixed on my face.
"Well…" I began.
"Look, I'm really sorry about that. I just…couldn't stop myself. Believe me, I didn't enjoy it."
"It sure looked and sounded like you did. And if you didn't mean what you did, why did you stay with Hermione?"
"Well, for one, I couldn't find you to apologize, and for two, I could see that Hermione really wanted me to be with her. You know I wouldn't be able to disappoint my best friend."
"I know, but why didn't you tell her you didn't feel that way? Why didn't you try to find me?"
Harry sighed again. "I've already said that I couldn't find you, and I wanted to be with somebody, so I just went along with it. I'm really sorry. I know that I should have tried to find you, but I figured you needed time alone."
I looked into his eyes. His beautiful green eyes. I saw that he was truly sorry, and I forgave him. He pulled me into a hug, and…let's just say that everything else fell into place right after that. He broke up with Hermione and took me instead. I love happy endings.
End
Well? Was it good? I'm going to take a bit of a break from the Harry/Ginny romance songs, so I'll make a comedy one before more romance. Don't worry, those of you who like pairings other than Harry/Ginny and Hermione/Ron will have your time too! Don't forget to review and give me more song ideas!