Harry walked into Transfiguration with Hermione who had insisted upon going to class even though Harry had wanted to go talk to Mr. Weasley immediately, but Hermione had asked him to wait, not wanting him to alienate all the Wesley's if he said something while he was angry. He had reluctantly agreed, but try as he might, he couldn't focus on McGonagall's lesson on turning live animals into inanimate objects. Whenever he tried all he could see was Ron kissing his wife, and he kept stabbing his raven with his wand. After he had to get a replacement raven, he decided to give up altogether. Hermione, it seemed was doing as well as ever, but Harry could tell she was still angry about what had happened, and kept shifting her eyes to where Ron's empty desk was as if she was checking to make sure he was really gone. At the end of class, Harry waited until the other students had left and then approached Professor McGonagall's desk with Hermione behind him.
"Professor, can I use your fire? I need to talk to Mr. Weasley"
McGonagall looked up at his tone, and saw the seriousness in his face. She realized how angry he must be, and was thoroughly impressed that he hadn't killed Weasley, as he would've been well within his rights to do so given his new status.
"Of course, Potter, go right ahead, take all the time you need", she said and he nodded his thanks. She led him to her office, with Hermione trailing behind them, and after pulling some floo powder from the shelf, she left the office.
"Harry, I think I'm going to go to the library for a bit", Hermione said, and Harry nodded, kissing her before she left, and reminding her to be on her guard.
Harry turned back to the fire and threw some floo powder into the fire, saying "the Burrow", before sticking his head in the fireplace. He experienced the familiar feeling of vertigo that he usually felt when traveling by floo powder and presently finding himself looking at the kitchen of the Burrow, where Mrs. Weasley was busy preparing dinner.
"Mrs. Weasley", Harry called, causing her to jump and drop the jar she was holding. Repairing it with her wand, she put in on the counter and bent down in front of the fireplace.
"Goodness Harry dear, you gave me a fright. Is everything all right?"
"Actually Mrs. Weasley, it's not. Could I speak to Mr. Weasley for a moment?" he asked, and she raised her eyebrows but went to fetch her husband. Mr. Weasley walked in looking tired and disheveled, but he smiled at Harry all the same as he bent down by the fire.
"What can I do for you Harry?" he asked.
"Mr. Weasley, I'm here as Lord Potter. You and I need to talk face-to-face"
Mr. Wesley's smile vanished to be replaced by a frown as he noticed the formal tone Harry was using, and he wondered what could've upset him. He knew Harry was Lord Potter but he hadn't anticipated to be addressing him as such quite so soon.
"Very well, Lord Potter, shall we meet in the Three Broomsticks tomorrow at noon?"
"I'll see you then Arthur", Harry said, pulling his head from the fire and rubbing his sore knees. He didn't like how he had let Mr. Weasley decide when and where they were meeting, but he could only blame himself for not considering that first. He decided he would just ask Madam Rosmerta for a private room.
Leaving Professor McGonagall's office, he walked to the library where he found Hermione surrounded by a stack of books.
"How did your chat with Mr. Weasley go?" she asked as he sat down next to her.
"I'm meeting him in the Three Broomsticks tomorrow at noon"
"Then I'm coming with you"
"You don't have to, I don't want you to have to relive that", Harry said, wrapping an arm around her waist.
"I'm your wife Harry, where you go, I go", she said, and he could tell this was an argument he wasn't going to win, so he just nodded, and kissed her temple.
They went back to their quarters, although Harry had to drag Hermione out of the library, earning him a glare from the strict librarian, Madam Pince. Hermione fell asleep almost as soon as her head hit the pillow, but Harry lay awake for hours, wondering what he was going to say to Mr. Weasley.
Harry and Hermione left the castle the next morning, having gotten permission from Professor McGonagall, who informed them that Ron would be cleaning out old cauldrons without magic for Snape during his detention's, which would last the rest of the year. This brightened their mood a bit, and they walked into the village, just enjoying each other's company. They went into the Three Broomsticks where Harry asked Madam Rosmerta for a private room, although she seemed very frustrated about it.
Mr. Weasley showed up precisely at noon, and sat down at the table. Harry ordered three butterbeers, and after they got their drinks he began to speak to Mr. Weasley.
Mr. Weasley was appalled with what Harry told him and swore he'd have a talk with Ron.
"Mr. Weasley-", Harry said, but he insisted Harry call him Arthur.
"Arthur, as I'm sure you've already figure out Hermione is my wife. Now, I was lenient with Ron because of his help during our first year, and for the sake of my relationships with the rest of your family. However, if he touches her, if he so much as says a word to her, and I find out, there will be dire consequences"
Mr. Weasley nodded, and left, saying he had to get to work.
Harry and Hermione walked back to the castle, and found the Weasley twins and Ginny waiting for them.
"Harry, we heard what Ron did, and we're sorry. Don't worry though, we'll keep an eye on him", Fred said, and George and Ginny nodded.
"Thanks guys, I appreciate it", Harry said, and Hermione smiled, as they walked into the Great Hall for lunch.
"Is it done, Severus?" Albus asked, as he walked into his office.
"Yes, although why you insist upon having me do this is beyond me. Potter is a pompous brat who does not need more glory, and he will more than likely get himself killed!"
"It is imperative that the boy test his mettle. If what I fear does indeed come to pass, this tournament will be nothing compared to facing Lord Voldemort"
A/N: Bet you guys didn't see that coming! I hope you guys enjoyed this chapter; sorry it's a little late! I know some of you are wondering what's going on, but I promise to explain in later chapters! Thanks to all of you who read this story, and please review your reviews make my day! Next chapter will hopefully be up by Tuesday!