A/N. Futon, thank you very much for pointing out my mistake with Amen. I had a whole scene written out in my head about the conversation between Percy and Amen where Percy finds out that Amen was a wizard but I totally forgot to put it in to my story. So, this is just to let everyone know that Amen is indeed a wizard. I will not however write the conversation since I can't remember what was going to be said. LOL. So please enjoy this new chapter. Be kind and review.
Who Is Percy, Really?
Chapter 4: Improvement for the better...
Amen and I walked happily back to the cabin, huge grinds plastered to each of our faces. Something wonderful had finally happened in my life and nothing is going to bring me down. As we walk into the house Charlie and Jason look up from their positions on the couch. Seeing the huge grins on my face is a dead give away and they both jump up in excitement.
"Well, it's about time!" exclaims Jason.
"Yeah, We thought you two would take years at the rate you were going," adds Charlie with a smile.
"Thanks for the confidence Charlie," I reply sarcastically, as I pull Amen down next to me on the loveseat. Charlie just grins cheekily at me and snuggles closer to his boyfriend. I stick my tongue out at him in a childish manner and plant myself firmly in Amen's lap. Amen grins broadly and wraps his arms tightly around my waist.
"You look so cute when you sulk," he says softly. I blush a little and snuggle closer to him. I couldn't be happier. I know we just met twenty-four hours ago, but I think I love him. It's kind of hard to tell though, considering I have nothing to compare love to. All I know is that this feels completely perfect. Like we were made for each other. I sigh happily.
"You ok, Perce?" asks Amen quietly. I smile.
"Perfect," I reply. "Absolutely perfect."
As I close my eyes and lay my head on Amen's chest, I do something I haven't done in a long time. I sleep. A peace filled sleep. Not one filled with nightmares like I usually have. When I wake up it is too a feeling of warmth. Opening my eyes I find myself still wrapped in Amen's arms. It's one of the best feelings. I feel warm and protected, like nothing bad can ever happen to me if I'm with him. I know right now that I am hopelessly in love with him. I smile and place a small kiss on his cheek before gently lifting myself out of his lap. I make my way sleepily into the kitchen and plop down at the table next to Charlie. He grins stupidly at me.
"Congrats bro! I know you really like him," he says happily.
"Thanks Charlie. I appreciate yours and Jason's support. I don't get that very often."
"I know Perce, but we're gonna try to remedy that." I smile gratefully.
"So Charlie? Do you think I should tell mum and dad or should I wait?" I ask, hoping for some good advice. He thinks for a minute before responding.
"Well, why don't you introduce Amen as a friend and see how they like him and then after they get to know how great he is, you can sort of break the news to them," says Charlie seriously.
"It sounds like a good idea to me," says a familiar voice from behind us. I turn around and smile happily at my boyfriend.
"Alright then. They come back from Egypt in a week, so we'll go back on Saturday and we'll be there when they get home," I say looking at Amen for approval. He nods an affirmative and grins.
"Now I can finally meet the family members that were stupid enough to leave my poor Perce at home while they went on vacation," he says jokingly. "And then I'll thank them profusely," he adds seriously.
"Thank them?" asks Charlie and Jason together.
"Well think about it," he says quietly looking at me. "If Perce hadn't gone for a walk then they wouldn't have left him behind. And if they hadn't left them behind then I never would have gotten to spend so much time with him. And if I'd never spent so much time with him then we never would have gotten together. So, in a way, our relationship is because of your family," he explains and I grin.
"You have a good point there," Charlie admits shooting me a look. "You picked a smart one Perce."
"Smart and wonderful," I agree with a smile. "I'm gonna head outside for awhile. Let me know when it's dinner time," I say as I stand and head for the door.
"Will do," replies Jason. "Don't get killed by the dragons," he jokes. I laugh.
"Don't worry. I'm sure I can take on a few dragons. It shouldn't be a problem. But if it is, I'll yell really loud so you'll come and save me," I reply sarcastically as I shut the door behind me and head toward the field on the far side of the dragon pens. As I pass the last pen, the dragon from earlier sticks her head over the fence and looks at me.
"Firehair looks happy," she says after observing me for a minute. I smile.
"I am. Very happy."
"Linae glad. She was worried about you, Firehair."
"Linae? Is that your name?" I ask curiously.
"It is what I am called by the humans who live here," she replies seriously. I nod.
"Well thank you for worrying about me, Linae. You don't have to worry anymore though. I think I'm going to be just fine," I say, smiling gently.
"That is good," she replies, lowering her had and looking me in the eyes. "Does the Irish one have something to do with it?" I nod.
"Yes," I say softly. "Amen has everything to do with it. I think that...well...I think he's my soul mate," I say in almost a whisper.
"And I think you're mine." I jump when I hear Amen's voice and then his arms go around my waist. I smile softly.
"How long have you been standing there?" I ask curiously. He kisses the top of my head before replying.
"I followed you outside right after you left. Actually, Charlie and Jason both threatened to kill me if I ever hurt you and then I followed you." I laugh.
"Good ol' Charlie. Leave it to him and his boyfriend to threaten my boyfriend." Amen smiles affectionately at me before leaning down and capturing my lip in a gently kiss. I put my arms around his neck and kiss him back, conveying all the love I have for him in this one simple kiss. When we finally surface for air, we're both grinning like idiots.
"I don't think Charlie has to worry about killing you," I say jokingly.
"No he doesn't," says Amen seriously as he takes my hand and pulls me back toward the house.
The rest of the week flew by and before I know it it's Saturday and time to go back to the Burrow. The rest of the family should be back sometime soon. I sigh as I look at the foreboding fireplace that will take me home.
"You gotta go back sometime, Perce," says Charlie from his perch on the couch.
"I know. But right now, I'm too mad at them to have to face them. Besides, they probably don't even know that I wasn't even there," I reply bitterly.
"Well, that's why Amen's going with you. To make sure you don't kill any family members," jokes Jason cheerfully.
"Haha. Very funny. I didn't see you two volunteer to come with us," I say giving Charlie 'the look'.
"There's not enough room for us," he replies trying to make an excuse.
"I'm sure," I say sarcastically. "Come on Amen. We might as well get this over with." Amen nods and comes to stand next to me. Charlie and Jason hug both of us and then we turn toward the fireplace.
"Come stay with us for Christmas Perce," says Charlie as I grab a handful of floo powder. I turn back to my brother and smile.
"We will. Thanks Charlie," and in the next minute I find myself in the living room of the Burrow. A minute later and Amen is with me. He looks around and then turns to me.
"It's so nice," he says enthusiastically. "I wish my house were this comfortable to be in."
"Trust me. Once everyone else gets here it won't be nearly as comfortable. Not for me anyway," I say as I plop down on the couch. Amen sits next to me and we wait for the rest of my family to come home. A few minutes later the twins come jumping out of the fireplace. Then comes Ginny, and Ron, and finally my parents. They stop short when they see Amen and me on the couch. After a few tense moments I break the silence.
"How was Egypt?" I ask bitterly.
"It was lovely dear," replies my mother, completely oblivious to my sarcasm.
"You should have seen the pyramids," exclaims Ron in awe.
"And the treasures in them," add Fred and George.
I stare and then walk away. I can't deal with this. It's too difficult. I'll just hide away for a while and then I'll face everyone. I go into my room and throw myself onto the bed. My family is so frustrating sometimes. Maybe I should just move in with Charlie and Jason. I'm less likely to kill one of them. I sigh and sit up just as Amen walks into the room.
"So, they're the infamous family," he says with a smirk. "I have to say that they're quite clueless. From the way they talked, it's as if they knew you weren't there but not because of them. Like you couldn't get off work or something."
"Probably. Not that I have a job, not a real one anyway." I sigh. "Maybe I should go stay with Charlie a little longer," I say quietly.
"Why do you say that?" asks Amen curiously. "Is it because your family is so out of it?"
"Yes and no," I reply. "To be honest, it's because I'm less likely to kill Charlie or Jason than I am to kill Fred or George," I finish with a half-hearted smile.
"That's a good point," my boyfriend replies with a laugh. "Look on the bright side though. At least we can have more time alone now."
I grin. "True, but I'll still have to introduce you to them later. I'll wait until dinner though." I look at Amen. "I have half a mind to just tell them everything and then leave."
"That probably isn't the best idea Perce," Amen says thoughtfully. "Although, I can't say I'd mind if you did."
I laugh. "I wouldn't do that to them, even if they are a bunch of assholes."
"Well, I'll be here the whole time, so take your time before you introduce me." Amen grins.
"Thanks Amen. I appreciate it," I say seriously.
"No problem," he replies with a warm smile.
I smile in return and fall back onto my bed. I'm suddenly very tired. I don't know why though considering I've slept better these past few days than I did all year at Hogwarts. I close my eyes and when I open them the sky outside my window has darkened and Amen is sitting by my bed watching me.
"Sleep well?" he asks quietly. I nod.
"I needed that," I reply. At least now I don't feel as if I could kill Fred or George. Which is a good thing I suppose. "I think I'm hungry," I add as I catch o whiff of fried chicken from downstairs.
"Well, I guess its show time," Amen says good-naturedly.
"I guess so," I reply as my stomach growls loudly. I stand up and lead the way downstairs into the kitchen where the rest of the family is just sitting down. They look up as we enter.
"Mom this is Amen, he'll be staying with me for a while," I say as my mother raises her eyebrow in surprise.
"Oh, ok dear. You're very welcome here Amen," she says cheerfully.
"Thank you Ma'am," he says with a smile as we sit down.
"Amen," I begin. "This is my mum and dad," I say indicating them. "Fred, George, Ron, and Ginny." I introduce them each in turn. "And I have another brother named Bill, he lives in Egypt. And you already met Charlie."
"Oh, you've seen Charlie?" asks my mother curiously.
"Yes mum. I stayed with him while you were in Egypt," I say bitterly.
"How was he dear?" she asks completely oblivious as usual.
"He was fine mum. Living very happily with the dragons."
"That's good," replies my mum with a small grin.
"So Amen, where are you from?" asks George curiously.
"I live about five miles east of here, right by the lake," Amen explains good-naturedly.
"Oh, in the muggle town," says my father excitedly.
"Yes sir. My father's a muggle and my mums was muggle born. We live in the house that she grew up in," he explains.
"Oh wonderful," exclaims my father. "You'll have to tell me about some of the muggle inventions sometime."
"Of course Mr. Weasley. I'd be happy to."
"Do you play quittich Amen," asks Fred eagerly.
Amen grins. "I attempted to play but I just had no talent for the sport. I tend to excel in other things."
"Do you go to Hogwarts?" asks Ginny shyly.
"I did. I graduated last year. Now I'm trying to get a job kind of like Charlie's. I'd like to work with magical animals or maybe something involving potions."
"That's wonderful Amen," says my mother encouragingly.
He flashes a very charming smile at her and continues eating the rest of his dinner. I smile. It looks like my family has taken a liking to my boyfriend. Now all I have to do is wait a few more days and then drop the bombshell. I just hope it doesn't shock or upset them too much. I guess we'll have to wait and see.
A/N. Ok, sorry for such a long wait but I had writers block over vacation, but her it is. So what did you think? Good? Bad? Should I continue? Let me know what you think. Please review. ~YamatoLuv7~
Who Is Percy, Really?
Chapter 4: Improvement for the better...
Amen and I walked happily back to the cabin, huge grinds plastered to each of our faces. Something wonderful had finally happened in my life and nothing is going to bring me down. As we walk into the house Charlie and Jason look up from their positions on the couch. Seeing the huge grins on my face is a dead give away and they both jump up in excitement.
"Well, it's about time!" exclaims Jason.
"Yeah, We thought you two would take years at the rate you were going," adds Charlie with a smile.
"Thanks for the confidence Charlie," I reply sarcastically, as I pull Amen down next to me on the loveseat. Charlie just grins cheekily at me and snuggles closer to his boyfriend. I stick my tongue out at him in a childish manner and plant myself firmly in Amen's lap. Amen grins broadly and wraps his arms tightly around my waist.
"You look so cute when you sulk," he says softly. I blush a little and snuggle closer to him. I couldn't be happier. I know we just met twenty-four hours ago, but I think I love him. It's kind of hard to tell though, considering I have nothing to compare love to. All I know is that this feels completely perfect. Like we were made for each other. I sigh happily.
"You ok, Perce?" asks Amen quietly. I smile.
"Perfect," I reply. "Absolutely perfect."
As I close my eyes and lay my head on Amen's chest, I do something I haven't done in a long time. I sleep. A peace filled sleep. Not one filled with nightmares like I usually have. When I wake up it is too a feeling of warmth. Opening my eyes I find myself still wrapped in Amen's arms. It's one of the best feelings. I feel warm and protected, like nothing bad can ever happen to me if I'm with him. I know right now that I am hopelessly in love with him. I smile and place a small kiss on his cheek before gently lifting myself out of his lap. I make my way sleepily into the kitchen and plop down at the table next to Charlie. He grins stupidly at me.
"Congrats bro! I know you really like him," he says happily.
"Thanks Charlie. I appreciate yours and Jason's support. I don't get that very often."
"I know Perce, but we're gonna try to remedy that." I smile gratefully.
"So Charlie? Do you think I should tell mum and dad or should I wait?" I ask, hoping for some good advice. He thinks for a minute before responding.
"Well, why don't you introduce Amen as a friend and see how they like him and then after they get to know how great he is, you can sort of break the news to them," says Charlie seriously.
"It sounds like a good idea to me," says a familiar voice from behind us. I turn around and smile happily at my boyfriend.
"Alright then. They come back from Egypt in a week, so we'll go back on Saturday and we'll be there when they get home," I say looking at Amen for approval. He nods an affirmative and grins.
"Now I can finally meet the family members that were stupid enough to leave my poor Perce at home while they went on vacation," he says jokingly. "And then I'll thank them profusely," he adds seriously.
"Thank them?" asks Charlie and Jason together.
"Well think about it," he says quietly looking at me. "If Perce hadn't gone for a walk then they wouldn't have left him behind. And if they hadn't left them behind then I never would have gotten to spend so much time with him. And if I'd never spent so much time with him then we never would have gotten together. So, in a way, our relationship is because of your family," he explains and I grin.
"You have a good point there," Charlie admits shooting me a look. "You picked a smart one Perce."
"Smart and wonderful," I agree with a smile. "I'm gonna head outside for awhile. Let me know when it's dinner time," I say as I stand and head for the door.
"Will do," replies Jason. "Don't get killed by the dragons," he jokes. I laugh.
"Don't worry. I'm sure I can take on a few dragons. It shouldn't be a problem. But if it is, I'll yell really loud so you'll come and save me," I reply sarcastically as I shut the door behind me and head toward the field on the far side of the dragon pens. As I pass the last pen, the dragon from earlier sticks her head over the fence and looks at me.
"Firehair looks happy," she says after observing me for a minute. I smile.
"I am. Very happy."
"Linae glad. She was worried about you, Firehair."
"Linae? Is that your name?" I ask curiously.
"It is what I am called by the humans who live here," she replies seriously. I nod.
"Well thank you for worrying about me, Linae. You don't have to worry anymore though. I think I'm going to be just fine," I say, smiling gently.
"That is good," she replies, lowering her had and looking me in the eyes. "Does the Irish one have something to do with it?" I nod.
"Yes," I say softly. "Amen has everything to do with it. I think that...well...I think he's my soul mate," I say in almost a whisper.
"And I think you're mine." I jump when I hear Amen's voice and then his arms go around my waist. I smile softly.
"How long have you been standing there?" I ask curiously. He kisses the top of my head before replying.
"I followed you outside right after you left. Actually, Charlie and Jason both threatened to kill me if I ever hurt you and then I followed you." I laugh.
"Good ol' Charlie. Leave it to him and his boyfriend to threaten my boyfriend." Amen smiles affectionately at me before leaning down and capturing my lip in a gently kiss. I put my arms around his neck and kiss him back, conveying all the love I have for him in this one simple kiss. When we finally surface for air, we're both grinning like idiots.
"I don't think Charlie has to worry about killing you," I say jokingly.
"No he doesn't," says Amen seriously as he takes my hand and pulls me back toward the house.
The rest of the week flew by and before I know it it's Saturday and time to go back to the Burrow. The rest of the family should be back sometime soon. I sigh as I look at the foreboding fireplace that will take me home.
"You gotta go back sometime, Perce," says Charlie from his perch on the couch.
"I know. But right now, I'm too mad at them to have to face them. Besides, they probably don't even know that I wasn't even there," I reply bitterly.
"Well, that's why Amen's going with you. To make sure you don't kill any family members," jokes Jason cheerfully.
"Haha. Very funny. I didn't see you two volunteer to come with us," I say giving Charlie 'the look'.
"There's not enough room for us," he replies trying to make an excuse.
"I'm sure," I say sarcastically. "Come on Amen. We might as well get this over with." Amen nods and comes to stand next to me. Charlie and Jason hug both of us and then we turn toward the fireplace.
"Come stay with us for Christmas Perce," says Charlie as I grab a handful of floo powder. I turn back to my brother and smile.
"We will. Thanks Charlie," and in the next minute I find myself in the living room of the Burrow. A minute later and Amen is with me. He looks around and then turns to me.
"It's so nice," he says enthusiastically. "I wish my house were this comfortable to be in."
"Trust me. Once everyone else gets here it won't be nearly as comfortable. Not for me anyway," I say as I plop down on the couch. Amen sits next to me and we wait for the rest of my family to come home. A few minutes later the twins come jumping out of the fireplace. Then comes Ginny, and Ron, and finally my parents. They stop short when they see Amen and me on the couch. After a few tense moments I break the silence.
"How was Egypt?" I ask bitterly.
"It was lovely dear," replies my mother, completely oblivious to my sarcasm.
"You should have seen the pyramids," exclaims Ron in awe.
"And the treasures in them," add Fred and George.
I stare and then walk away. I can't deal with this. It's too difficult. I'll just hide away for a while and then I'll face everyone. I go into my room and throw myself onto the bed. My family is so frustrating sometimes. Maybe I should just move in with Charlie and Jason. I'm less likely to kill one of them. I sigh and sit up just as Amen walks into the room.
"So, they're the infamous family," he says with a smirk. "I have to say that they're quite clueless. From the way they talked, it's as if they knew you weren't there but not because of them. Like you couldn't get off work or something."
"Probably. Not that I have a job, not a real one anyway." I sigh. "Maybe I should go stay with Charlie a little longer," I say quietly.
"Why do you say that?" asks Amen curiously. "Is it because your family is so out of it?"
"Yes and no," I reply. "To be honest, it's because I'm less likely to kill Charlie or Jason than I am to kill Fred or George," I finish with a half-hearted smile.
"That's a good point," my boyfriend replies with a laugh. "Look on the bright side though. At least we can have more time alone now."
I grin. "True, but I'll still have to introduce you to them later. I'll wait until dinner though." I look at Amen. "I have half a mind to just tell them everything and then leave."
"That probably isn't the best idea Perce," Amen says thoughtfully. "Although, I can't say I'd mind if you did."
I laugh. "I wouldn't do that to them, even if they are a bunch of assholes."
"Well, I'll be here the whole time, so take your time before you introduce me." Amen grins.
"Thanks Amen. I appreciate it," I say seriously.
"No problem," he replies with a warm smile.
I smile in return and fall back onto my bed. I'm suddenly very tired. I don't know why though considering I've slept better these past few days than I did all year at Hogwarts. I close my eyes and when I open them the sky outside my window has darkened and Amen is sitting by my bed watching me.
"Sleep well?" he asks quietly. I nod.
"I needed that," I reply. At least now I don't feel as if I could kill Fred or George. Which is a good thing I suppose. "I think I'm hungry," I add as I catch o whiff of fried chicken from downstairs.
"Well, I guess its show time," Amen says good-naturedly.
"I guess so," I reply as my stomach growls loudly. I stand up and lead the way downstairs into the kitchen where the rest of the family is just sitting down. They look up as we enter.
"Mom this is Amen, he'll be staying with me for a while," I say as my mother raises her eyebrow in surprise.
"Oh, ok dear. You're very welcome here Amen," she says cheerfully.
"Thank you Ma'am," he says with a smile as we sit down.
"Amen," I begin. "This is my mum and dad," I say indicating them. "Fred, George, Ron, and Ginny." I introduce them each in turn. "And I have another brother named Bill, he lives in Egypt. And you already met Charlie."
"Oh, you've seen Charlie?" asks my mother curiously.
"Yes mum. I stayed with him while you were in Egypt," I say bitterly.
"How was he dear?" she asks completely oblivious as usual.
"He was fine mum. Living very happily with the dragons."
"That's good," replies my mum with a small grin.
"So Amen, where are you from?" asks George curiously.
"I live about five miles east of here, right by the lake," Amen explains good-naturedly.
"Oh, in the muggle town," says my father excitedly.
"Yes sir. My father's a muggle and my mums was muggle born. We live in the house that she grew up in," he explains.
"Oh wonderful," exclaims my father. "You'll have to tell me about some of the muggle inventions sometime."
"Of course Mr. Weasley. I'd be happy to."
"Do you play quittich Amen," asks Fred eagerly.
Amen grins. "I attempted to play but I just had no talent for the sport. I tend to excel in other things."
"Do you go to Hogwarts?" asks Ginny shyly.
"I did. I graduated last year. Now I'm trying to get a job kind of like Charlie's. I'd like to work with magical animals or maybe something involving potions."
"That's wonderful Amen," says my mother encouragingly.
He flashes a very charming smile at her and continues eating the rest of his dinner. I smile. It looks like my family has taken a liking to my boyfriend. Now all I have to do is wait a few more days and then drop the bombshell. I just hope it doesn't shock or upset them too much. I guess we'll have to wait and see.
A/N. Ok, sorry for such a long wait but I had writers block over vacation, but her it is. So what did you think? Good? Bad? Should I continue? Let me know what you think. Please review. ~YamatoLuv7~