Chapter 9:Declarations
As Harry walked down the stairs, he ran through all the possible things that Ginny could say in reply to his confession. Only one of which he realised would be positive. The only thing that could actually make him happy from this would be if he and Ginny could get back together. But the 'I'm sorry Harry but I only see you as a friend' line kept running through his mind and to be honest, he thought that this would be her reaction.
Still, he knew that he had to tell her; Remus was right. Not telling her would just bring too many 'what ifs' to the future and Harry knew that he couldn't cope with another day not knowing how Ginny felt. Nevertheless, Harry's stomach started doing flips upon seeing Ginny and realising that now was the moment. If he didn't do it now, would he ever do it?
Harry took a breath and walked towards Ginny, who at this point was sitting on one of the sofas with the rest of the Weasley family and Remus. With a reassuring smile from Remus, Harry took his chance.
'Ginny…I…'
But at this moment, Ron stood up in central view of everyone, including Ginny.
'Everyone' Ron began. Harry was amazed at the fact that Ron had decided to pick this exact moment in time to make an announcement. He knew that it wasn't his fault, as he had no idea that Harry was planning on talking to Ginny but Harry couldn't help but feel a slight tinge of annoyance. He soon relaxed as he realised why Ron was making a speech.
'There's something I think that you should all know.'
But Ron also had bad luck with starting his speech, as visitors in the shape of Bill, Fleur and Charlie came into the Burrow. Greetings were given across the room, which lasted around 10 minutes, with the casual small talk included. By this point, both Harry and Ron had become very nervous and were worried that they would never get around to talking.
'Sorry Ron dear. Would you like to say whatever it was you were going to say?' Molly Weasley inquired.
'Sorry bro!' said Bill, 'I didn't realise you were in the middle of something.'
Ron, with everyone's eyes on him, went bright red and took a while to recover and begin his speech.
'I just thought that you should all know that me and Hermione…we're…urm…well…'
'Well done mate!' shouted Fred and George.
'Yeah. Get in there!' joined in Charlie, who jokingly shook Ron's hand.
It would have been an understatement to suggest that everyone was happy for Ron and Hermione. Mrs Weasley was almost in tears and was hugging anyone that she could get her hands on and embarrassed Ron by talking about 'how grown up' her little boy was.
Harry was very glad that his friends had decided to be open about their relationship and gave Ron a wink across the room.
'Harry?'
It was Ginny. Harry turned slowly to face her and took in the amazing beauty that surrounded her. He couldn't help that notice that everything about her was perfect; the way that her wavy hair swept across her face, the way that her smile could brighten up his day and the fact that she was purely, Ginny.
He then realised that he had not replied and had in fact just stared at her, which he thought must have looked very stupid. Embarrassed at his stupidity, he replied to her.
'Did you want to say something to me Harry?' she seemed worried about him.
'Urm…yeah. Can we go for a walk around somewhere just for a while?'
'Well Harry, it's very cold outside, you know. August weather is dying down' she laughed, 'but yeah we can.'
So they started walking and didn't stop until they found a bench in what would be a nice spot in warm weather. They sat down together and Harry felt the butterflies attacking his stomach as he prepared himself to say it.
'Ginny…'
'I'm sorry. It's just really hard to say.'
'Don't worry Harry. This is me. You can tell me anything; you know that.'
'Well, this is really hard.'
'Is it bad?'
'No not at all!' he assured her, 'it's just that…I can't really explain.'
'Well perhaps you should just tell me then Harry.'
'Ginny. This may sound a bit strange and I don't know how you are going to react to it but I think it's best that you know. Since I returned to the Burrow this summer, I haven't been able to stop thinking about you. Ginny…I think…I think that I'm in love with you.'
Harry lost all of the little confidence he had and looked down at the floor.
'Harry…' Ginny sounded slightly uncertain, causing Harry to feel very anxious and quite negative.
Ginny brought her hand to Harry's face and pushed it up, so that he was looking into her eyes. She leant forward and lightly kissed him on the lips. It was bliss beyond anything that Harry had ever known and he soon found himself moving closer to Ginny, with one hand on her waist and the other in her hair. The kiss grew intense and Ginny brushed her tongue gently against Harry's lips. Slightly shocked but gaining confidence, Harry opened his mouth and pushed his tongue against Ginny's. Even the cold wind, hitting them squarely in their faces could not damage the perfection that they had created. This was their moment; their one time in life where their hearts had more control than their senses. The kiss lasted for only two minutes but both felt that it would be one of the most memorable in their lives.
'I love you too Harry.'
These, Harry realised were the best words in the world and they came from Ginny, his Ginny.
They were soon walking back to the Burrow, laughing together about the new declaration that would have to be given when they arrived.
And here's number 3! See I do stick to my promises! Please review me! I'll reward you! Lol. By the way if anyone knows any really decent Harry Potter fanfics then please let me know because I've been fanfic deprived for ages! Lol. Thanks. xXx
