The Ties That Bind

Chapter 20: Last of the Owls

The final day of Ginny's OWLs dawned bright and clear and Harry and Ginny luxuriated in bed once again. Harry was sure that such days were coming to an end so he wanted to enjoy the few that he was sure that remained.

He looked over at Ginny who was still asleep and he grinned as he leaned over and gently began to nibble on her ear. Ginny reacted immediately by scrunching her shoulders and turning her head away from Harry's lips. It wasn't that she didn't want his attention it was just an instinctive reaction as she woke up.

"Harry," she moaned as she smiled at him.

Harry leaned over and claimed her lips, kissing her deeply while his one hand traced down across her taunt belly, luxuriating in the soft silky feel of Ginny's warm skin. He felt her shiver as his touch trailed down to her centre causing her to moan again with her want.

Harry's hand trailed across her mound and Ginny parted her legs to give Harry easier access. She felt herself opening to Harry's touch and she thrust herself up to increase the pressure.

Harry felt her response and lifted his hand slightly, thwarting Ginny's efforts to increase the pressure. She groaned in frustration as Harry kept up his teasing of her nether region.

Ginny felt her nipples harden as her desire grew and Harry's touch inflamed her. "Please Harry," Ginny moaned into his mouth as they continued to kiss each other. She continued to squirm under Harry's relentless touch and she felt her moisture leaking out of her slit further demonstrating how much she was turned on by Harry's ministrations.

Ginny's hands were not idle either, they ran along Harry's body revelling in the touch of his skin one finally coming to rest in his unruly hair, entwining in it and allowing her to make her desire know as she added pressure so that Harry began to descend her body kissing every inch along the way.

He pause momentarily, sucking and nibbling each nipple in turn further inflaming Ginny.

Through their Bond Harry and Ginny experienced the growing pleasures that they were giving each other, echoing back and forth.

Harry finally reached the place that Ginny so desperately wanted him to and he ran his tongue up and down her slit. Ginny groaned with the pleasure she felt, the Bond telling him just what Ginny desired the most.

Ginny ran her hands through Harry's hair as crescendos of ecstasy echoed through her body as Harry's tongue played with her ultra sensitive nub.

"Oh Harry, Harry, Oh Yes!" she screamed inside their minds as she reached a new mind numbing plateau. They felt the dam break as Ginny crested the wave and rode it out, shuddering at the intensity of their joining. As she slowly recovered Harry positioned himself between her parted legs and entered her wet open centre.

Ginny locked her legs around Harry and pulled him in tight, marvelling at the feeling of fullness the she felt. She then pulled Harry into a deep kiss and she tasted her sweet essence in his mouth and she groaned again as she started the ride back up to the pinnacle.

Harry thrust slowly into Ginny wanting to prolong their coupling as long as possible. Their feelings swirled back and forth between them as they both approached their climaxes together. Harry exploded deep within her and as Ginny felt Harry's hot wetness fill her it triggered her own climax that merged with Harry's and they both shuddered with the intensity that they felt.

Harry slumped down on Ginny and she hugged him tight to her sweaty chest, refusing to let him pull out and off of her.

"Sweet Merlin Harry," Ginny sent. "I can't believe it just keeps getting better and better."

"I know my love. I never dreamed that it could be so good. Feeling your pleasure is second only to feeling your love for me." Harry sent back.

As Harry lay in Ginny's loving embrace he marvelled at the feeling of Ginny in his mind. It struck him deep in his subconscious, all while growing up he had felt so alone, unloved and unwanted. Now he would never feel alone again, he had some one who loved him more deeply than he had thought humanly possible.

Ginny felt his emotions bubbling up and she tenderly rubbed his back. "It's OK my love, you'll never be alone again. We're together and no one can take that from us."

Harry felt Ginny's calming influence streaming through their Bond along with her love and acceptance. He took a couple of deep breaths letting Ginny's calmness fill him up and he hugged her tightly.

Harry felt Ginny's slight discomfort from his weight and even though she hadn't complained he rolled over, holding her tight so that they switched positions all the while remaining buried inside of her.

Ginny squealed at his movement but it was with a smile on her face and laughter in her heart. "You could warn me," she sent with a laugh.

"Didn't you see it coming?" Harry sent back humorously.

"Yes but through the Bond I have less time to react," Ginny sent.

Harry just smiled at her and kissed the tip of her nose.

"Prat!" she sent playfully.

Harry just took her comment with a silly grin on his face, he slowly ran his hand up and down her back, caressing her soft silky skin and he revelled in her warm body moulded against his.

Ginny relaxed, resting her head on Harry's shoulder, as wonderful as his massages had been the last couple of mornings she had never felt as relaxed as she did right now.

"Umm, I think I could stay here forever," Ginny sent as she snuggled against Harry.

"As much as I'd like to it's time for us to go take our shower so we can have something to eat before we go to your OWL's. Just think today is the last day of exams and after that we can start going back to classes," Harry said softly to Ginny.

Ginny sighed, "Slave driver!" she said but Harry could feel the mirth in her tone. Rather reluctantly she carefully rolled off Harry and felt the loss as Harry's member slipped out of her, it was almost like losing a part of herself.

Harry's feelings echoed hers and he cringed slightly at the loss. "Do you think that we've become almost addicted to touching one another?" he asked.

"Maybe," she replied. "If so I don't care, I like touching you and having you touch me," she added with a smile.

They got up and made their way to the shower. Harry made sure that Ginny was scrubbed clean and he massaged her shoulders as the hot water ran over her body. Once they were done they finished their morning routine and since they were starting to run short of time Harry preformed a drying charm on Ginny's hair.

"I'd rather brush it dry for you," he said tenderly "But I want to make sure that you have a good breakfast before we have to leave."

Ginny smiled saucily, "You'll just have to brush it out for me tonight."

Ginny felt Harry's smile of anticipation and she gave him a quick kiss before grabbing his hand and dragging him out into the sitting area.

As was becoming the norm, Donder was just finishing setting the table and plating up their food. He gave them a little bow and with a smile hr disappeared.

Harry and Ginny just chuckled and sat down, enjoying their breakfast till it was time to leave. Harry grabbed another DADD book to read while Ginny was taking her written exam. This time it was an obscure book titled "The Best Defence Is a Good Offence" by a Wizard named V. Lombardi. Harry had just started to read it and found the concepts quite intriguing.

At precisely Ten Ginny began her Arithmancy exam and tore through it with remarkable speed. Professor Marchbanks came over to see what Harry was reading today and he saw her eyebrows shoot up when she read the title.

"Not many ever read Mr. Lombardi's works," she said softly. "Do you like it?"

Harry smiled, "I find the concepts he has very interesting, it certainly is a different viewpoint," Harry replied. "I'm surprised not more is heard of him."

"Well he was an American and made quite a name for himself over there in both the Muggle and Magical Worlds. I guess that's why most people over here don't read him," the Professor replied.

Just then Ginny closed her booklet and announced that she was done. Harry looked up and noticed that just over a half hour had elapsed.

The Professor smiled at her as she took Ginny's booklet. "Do you wish to take the Astronomy exam now or wait till this afternoon?" she asked pleasantly.

Ginny was surprised because she didn't know she'd be given that option. Her surprise must have been evident because the Professor asked "You don't have to if you don't wish to, I just thought you might like to have the afternoon off."

"That'd be fine," Ginny said with a smile. "You just caught me by surprise is all. I didn't know I'd have that option is all. I'd be happy to take the test now."

"I thought you might," the Professor said with a smile.

So after a small break Ginny started her last written exam and like all the previous ones she had no problem, Harry was sure that Hermione would have been extremely jealous if she had witnessed Ginny flying through the exams.

So it was at just after Eleven that Harry and Ginny were walking back toward Gryffindor Tower when they ran into Hermione and Ron.

"Hi," Hermione said as she saw them approaching. "What are you doing wandering around? Don't you have another OWL to do yet?"

"No" replied Ginny. "All I have left is the Astronomy practical tonight and them I'm all done."

"How'd your Arithmancy exam go?" Hermione asked.

"Fine," replied Ginny. Just then she got a mental groan from Harry.

"What's wrong?" she asked him.

"Nothing really, but I just realized something. Come on I want to go talk to McGonagall." Harry said.

Hermione and Ron were surprised when Harry and Ginny made a hasty goodbye and took off back the way they had come.

"What is it Harry?" Ginny asked.

"I just realized that I could be in your classes," Harry said. "I need to see if I can convince McGonagall to let me take the Runes and Arithmancy OWLs."

Ginny giggled, "You'd really want to take them with me?"

"What do you think?" Harry said sarcastically.

Ginny giggled again. "Well I hope you can convince her."

Harry and Ginny got to the Gargoyle leading to the Headmistress' office and were just about to give the password when the Gargoyle started to spin out of the way and Professors Marchbanks and McGonagall stepped out.

"Is there a problem?" Professor McGonagall asked.

"Well not really Professor," Harry said. "I was just wondering if it was possible to take the Owls for Runes and Arithmancy too."

The Professor looked at him in surprise. But then she smiled in understanding and turned to Professor Marchbanks. "Would that be a problem?" she asked.

Professor Marchbanks smiled and said, "I wondered if Mr Potter might be asking. And no there would be no problem. I'll see you two at One."

Harry and Ginny left elated, Ginny was shocked that they hadn't thought of it sooner but with the pressure of the Bond and her taking the OWLs it just hadn't occurred to them that Harry hadn't taken some of the same subjects.

They headed off to find Ron and Hermione. They were pretty sure where to find them from where they had run into them in the hall. Sure enough as soon as they entered the Library they saw them sitting at a table with a large stack of books piled on it.

Ron looked totally bored and was idly doodling on a scrap of parchment but Hermione looked frustrated, paging through a large tome that looked centuries old.

"What are you looking for?" Ginny asked.

"I need some information for my Arithmancy homework," she said annoyed. "I was sure I remembered it being in Grossman's book but I can't find it."

Harry peeked at her parchment and said, "No it's in Giddeon's."

Hermione shot him a look of disdain. "How would you know?" she asked lowly.

Harry just shrugged, "Don't believe me then."

Ginny giggled, "He's right you know. Page 427 if we're not mistaken."

Hermione glared at the two of them but then got up and headed for the racks and returned in a few minutes with another large book in her hands. She plopped it down and began to page through it in a hurry. Her face suddenly filled with a look of shock and she looked back up at them.

"How did you know that?" she asked in awe.

Harry and Ginny just looked at each other and smiled.

Just then Madam Pince came storming at them, "No holding hands in the Library," she said fervently. Then she noticed who it was and said "Oh. It's you two, well carry on," as she marched away.

Ron groaned, "You two get away with everything."

Harry just shrugged but Ginny looked daggers at him and Harry could see Ginny contemplating casting a Bat Bogy Hex on her brother. He squeezed her hand and she looked at him. He smiled at her "Not a good idea here in the Library."

Ginny couldn't help but giggle "OK, but he has one coming sooner or later" she replied.

"What?" Ron said with a questioning look.

Hermione looked at the two of them and knew they were communicating directly and she gave a smirk. She was also a bit envious of Ginny, to have that kind of connection with the one you loved seemed like the ultimate to her.

"Back to the matter at hand, how did you know Harry? It's right here on page 427 but you've never had Arithmancy."

"Think about it Hermione," was all that Harry said.

Hermione sighed, obviously Harry and Ginny had progressed well beyond what was normal for a sixth year and she wondered just how much knowledge they had received when they went through the Bonding.

"Did you want to say something to us?" she asked. "I mean it seemed so before you dashed off in the hall."

Harry smiled, "Yeah, I'm taking the Runes and Arithmancy OWLs this afternoon so I can take the classes with Ginny."

"But!" Hermione started then shut her mouth quickly. She realized that Harry would do anything if it meant he could stay with Ginny.

Ron on the other hand looked at him in shock, "Are you mental?" he asked incredulously.

"Maybe I am," Harry replied with a shrug. "Oh and Hermione, I just wanted to tell you the Professor Marchbanks remembered you from your OWLs. You must have made quite an impression on her."

Hermione blushed, "Really?" she asked.

"Yeah, She said I was the only one besides you that had ever been enthusiastic about taking their OWLs," Ginny said with a grin.

"Look, we'll see you two later," Harry said. "We want to get some lunch before we have to go back."

Hermione watched them leave and it dawned on her that her place atop the sixth year class was probably at an end.

XX

Draco sat in the Slytherin Common Room brooding, he had virtually nothing to do now since his father had directed them to lay low until he received instructions to the contrary. The fact that the whole house was on probation irritated him to no end.

He still couldn't believe how stupid Nott had been, all their hard work looked like it would go to waste now. He had been told that the Dark Lord would be most displeased if he and the other Slytherins got themselves expelled.

Having seen others being punished with the Cruciatus by the Dark Lord certainly persuaded him to follow his instructions to the letter. He just hoped that the others had as much sense and knew not to tempt fate by doing something stupid.

On top of everything else the talk that Snape had given the house had been a real shocker. He had made it perfectly clear in no uncertain terms that any breach of conduct would be dealt with most severely. He too didn't want to suffer the wrath of an angry Dark Lord.

They had been told that other than classes and meals they were to be confined to the Slytherin Common Room and Dorms, anyone who wanted to go to the Library or any place else needed to clear it with Snape before hand or they would be sent home.

Draco saw Pansy and Daphne enter the Common Room from their dorm. He could tell that were also chaffing under the constraints that had been placed on the house. Everyone seemed on edge and bored, not a good combination and there had been a couple of shouting matches between some of the younger Slytherins.

They just didn't have the patience that it took to handle being cooped up like they were.

At least the Quidditch Team hadn't been disbanded yet and had been allowed to practice even it did have to be supervised by several Professors.

He saw Worthington come in and give him a hopeful look but Draco just gave a small shake of his head and he saw Worthington shake his head in response.

Draco hoped that this didn't last much longer or he didn't know what would happen. He hated being on such a short leash and he could tell neither did any of the others but he knew they had no other choice, for now they had to remain in check or face the consequences.

XX

Neville and Millie sat in the Common Room doing some of their home work. Millie had become his constant companion and he had finally asked her to be his girlfriend the previous night. She had blushed prettily and accepted right away leading to another snogfest on the couch for the better part of the evening.

Neville was still surprised at how comfortable he felt around her. He had never had any success with girls before and the fact that Millie had been drawn to him still shocked him.

He had noticed Hermione watching them on occasion and he felt a little sorrow for her. She fancied someone so clueless and didn't seem to want to take the Dragon by the snout and force the issue. But he thought if she was going to wait for Ron to do something about it he figured she had a long wait ahead of her.

His rumination was interrupted by Millie, "Hey Nev, could you look this over for me?" she asked softly.

Nevillie took the offered parchment and scanned through it. "This looks really good, but you might want to rewrite this last paragraph to make it a little clearer," he said pointing to the place he was talking about. "See if you switch these sentences and then sum up the reference a little better you should get an O instead of an A or E.

She gave him a big smile, "Thanks Nev." she said and then gave him a quick kiss. "You're the best."

She took out her wand and changed the sentences and added the summation that he suggested and put the parchment down. "My grades sure have improved since I started hanging out with you," she said with another smile.

Neville loved the way her face lit up when she smiled and he never failed to appreciate how pretty she looked when she did so.

"So now that you're done what do you want to do now?" he asked.

Millie gave him a shy smile, "What do you think?"

Neville chuckled as he took her into his arms and pulled her willing body into his and as their lips came together they sunk down onto the couch. His last thought was of how lucky he was and why he had been so afraid of girls in the past.

XX

Harry and Ginny had a wonderful lunch together and were sitting on the couch, snuggled together. Ginny felt a bit tired after their morning activities and the grind of her OWLs, Harry was in a similar state and as they

lazed together neither was aware of the time as they drifted into a nap.

It wasn't till they heard an urgent call from Godric's portrait that they awoke with a start. "Harry aren't you supposed to take you OWLs this afternoon," the Founder said.

Ginny looked at the clock in a panic. It was two minutes till One. There was no way they could run all the way across the school and up to the seventh floor classroom without being late.

They stood up and Ginny tried to pull him toward the portrait hole.

"Wait a minute Ginny," Harry said pulling out his wand. "I want to try something."

Ginny looked at him apprehensively. "But we've never tried that before," she said concerned.

"Well it's that or risk McGonagall's wrath for being late," Harry said calmly.

"OK," Ginny said shaking her head at her husband.

"Wrap your arms around me tight," he said.

Ginny hugged Harry tight and he brandished his wand casting "Teleportus", concentrating hard on the corridor outside the testing classroom.

Godric watched them closely as with a small flash they disappeared.

XX

Professor McGonagall was pacing in the classroom with Professor Marchbanks glancing at the clock. Her Scottish temper starting to rise as she was sure that Harry was going to be late. She poked her head out the door and glanced down the corridor. They were nowhere in sight and she shook her head.

She had just turned back in to say something to Marchbanks when she heard Ginny giggle outside the door. She knew that even at a full run there was no way they could have transversed the length of the hall since she had looked.

Harry and Ginny entered the classroom totally at ease, neither looking as if they had been exerting themselves.

Professor Marchbanks smiled, "Right on time Mr. Potter," she said. "Please take your seat and we'll get started.

"That was fun Harry," Ginny said as they sat down. "We'll have to remember that one if we're ever going to be late again."

Harry just smiled at her. "Later Ginny, I need to concentrate right now."

"Right. Well good luck though you shouldn't have any problem if we can do what we just did." Ginny said. She then pulled a book out of her robes, a trashy Muggle romance novel that Hermione had lent her.

"Should I answer the whole exam in Runes too?" he asked with a grin.

"If you want to," she answered coyly. "Though you don't have any idea how they graded mine for doing that.

"I'll take my chances," he replied.

Harry tore into the exam with the same fervour that Ginny had and she took a quick peek through his eyes out of curiosity. Thought the information was identical Harry did choose different wording and you could tell it wasn't identical to Ginny's answers.

Seeing Harry was doing fine she turned to her novel and began to read. Harry was just about finished when Ginny got to another steamy section and she heard Harry "Godric Ginny! How many heaving bosoms and palpitating hearts do you think I can take. It's really quite distracting."

Ginny stifled a giggle at Harry's discomfort but continued to read.

Harry finished taking a little longer than Ginny had but she hadn't had the same distraction that Harry suffered through.

"Would you like to take a small break or continue with the next exam," Professor Marchbanks asked.

"Let's go right into the next," Harry said. He was feeling quite warm, not from the temperature in the room but from the effects of Ginny's reading. In fact he felt a small trickle of sweat on his brow.

"Are you all right, Mr Potter," the Professor asked.

"I'm fine, really. Just a little warm, that's all," he replied shooting a glance at Ginny who seemed to be taking great delight in tormenting Harry.

Harry began the Arithmancy exam and was doing quite well even though Ginny kept reading the steamy parts. "I'll get you for this," he said with a chuckle.

Ginny just chuckled mentally and reread a particularly hot scene.

Harry just thank the stars that Mad-eye wasn't the proctor and could see through the desk as his manhood reacted to Ginny's provocation. He finally finished and called out to the Professor to collect his booklet.

"Please wait here a moment. The Headmistress wanted a word with you before you left. I'll see you two tonight on the Astronomy Tower at Eight," the Professor said with a smile.

As she left Harry turned to Ginny. "You just wait till I get you back to our room, Mrs Potter," he said as he pulled her in for a scorching kiss.

Ginny returned it with equal ferocity. "If I'd know that these books would get you this wound up I would have read some sooner."

They were interrupted by the sound of footsteps coming down the hall. Professor McGonagall came into the room and looked at Harry and Ginny with a perplexed look on her face.

"Would either of you wish to tell me how you got here on time?" she asked looking from one to the other.

Harry just glanced at Ginny who smiled, "Busted!" she said with a giggle.

When neither answered she sighed. "I won't order you to tell me, it's just I'm concerned because if I didn't know better I'd swear you Apparated and since no one is supposed to be able to do that inside of the school I'm worried that something might be amiss with the wards besides that fact that you are both under age and haven't taken any instruction I'm concerned for your safety."

"I give you my word Professor that we didn't Apparate to get here," Harry said looking the professor right in the eyes.

The Professor looked at Ginny who nodded in agreement with Harry. "Honest Professor, we didn't."

The Professor sighed again. "I take it you'd rather not tell me how you did it."

When neither Harry or Ginny responded she said, "Well how ever you did it please just be careful." She then straightened a little, "Now if all goes as I think it will you will be returning to classes on Monday so please be ready. I'll have new schedules for you Please plan on taking breakfast in the Great Hall though after that you may take your meals where you wish. Now if you'll excuse me I have work to do."

With that she turned and left Harry and Ginny sitting at the desk. Harry turned to Ginny. "Come on Mrs. Potter I have plans for you!" he said wagging his eyebrows suggestively at her.

Ginny giggled, "Let's go then," she said kissing his neck.

Harry pulled his wand and cast "Teleportus" non-verbally and they winked out of sight.

Minerva McGonagall had just reached the end of the Hall when she realized she'd forgotten the parchment she required in her office and she spun about, heading back towards the Gargoyle. She was surprised that Harry and Ginny hadn't exited the classroom yet and she hoped they weren't engaging in any untold behaviour outside of their rooms.

She glanced in and was shocked to find the classroom empty. She knew there was no way for them to have gotten past her and she shook her head in bewilderment. She knew their word was good but she had no idea how they had managed to exit the room undetected.

XX

Harry and Ginny lay spent on their bed, after returning from Harry's exams they had spent the remainder of the afternoon making love. Ginny was idly playing with Harry's unruly hair while he softly stroked her back.

"I guess we should have some dinner before my Astronomy practical," Ginny said lazily.

"We have plenty of time," Harry replied running his hand down and cupping Ginny's bum.

Ginny giggled, "What are you an Arse man?" she said as Harry gave it a gentle squeeze.

"Arse, breast, toes, nose and anything else of yours. I'm a Ginny man," he said tenderly.

"That earns you a kiss my beloved husband," she said before kissing him gently.

"Umm," Harry moaned at her kiss.

Ginny rolled away, "Come on I'm hungry," she said as she sat up. We can shower afterwards.

Harry followed her out of bed and they just threw on dressing gowns before heading out to the sitting area. They weren't surprised to see Donder lighting the candles on the table, his eyes twinkling at them. "Last test tonight," he said with a bow.

"Yes Donder and I'll be so happy when they are done," Ginny said with a smile.

"That reminds me Donder, Monday we have to have breakfast in the Great Hall," Harry said.

"Donder knows," the elf replied.

"Of course you do," Harry muttered under his breath.

Ginny chuckled at his reaction.

"Don't Master Harry and Mistress Ginny worry, Donder make sure you get special breakfast anyway.

"Ah, Thank you Donder," Harry said hesitantly.

"It be no problem," Donder replied with a bow and then with a nod he Disapparated away.

Harry and Ginny were just about to sit down when Godric cleared his throat. "Excuse me Harry, could I ask you a question?"

"Certainly Godric, what's on your mind," Harry asked as he stepped over to the portrait.

"I was just wondering how you left here this afternoon?" he asked sheepishly. "I mean I know you can't Apparate and what you did looked different and I didn't recognize the spell you cast."

Harry smiled. "Well what I did isn't Apparating exactly, more like a portkey type of thing but it's not really that either," he said thoughtfully. "It's kind of hard to explain."

"Where did you learn it?" Godric asked.

"From Merlin," Harry said. "It was one of his creations and as far as I know he's the only one that ever used it."

"Thank you Harry. Now your lovely wife is waiting patiently for you to join her," he said with a smile. "I'll leave you two alone now." His portrait got still indicating he had left.

Harry joined Ginny at the table and they spent their meal feeding each other, their eyes dancing in the candlelight. Their love for one another so evident in their every action.

When they were finished they took a quick shower and dressed. Ginny's eagerness returning, she looked forward to finishing her OWLs so they could get back to a more normal routine. Though she would miss having Harry almost exclusively to herself she knew they needed to get back to school so that they could move on with their lives.

Harry was pacing in the sitting room waiting for Ginny to come out. He looked at the clock and knew there was only one way they were going to be on time again and he chuckled to himself. "I should never let her know I could do that," he said to himself.

"I heard that!" Ginny called from the bedroom. She came out finishing putting a plait in her hair as she did so. "Grab you invisibility cloak," she said as she put the band in to hold her hair.

"All ready got it" he said with a laugh.

"Can I cast the Teleportus?" she asked.

"Sure my love," Harry said pocketing his wand. He wrapped his arms around her as she drew her wand/./ and wordlessly cast "Teleportus".

They arrived with minutes to spare at the base of the stairs to the Tower and they climbed up. Professor Marchbanks was waiting and she smiled at them once more.

"Right on time as usual," she said. She pointed to the telescope already set up. She gave Ginny her chart and booklet and glancing at her watch she said "You may begin."

Ginny set right to work with Harry touching her foot with his to keep up the appearance that they needed to stay in contact. He glanced over the parapet down at Hagrid's cottage. Silently vowing that in the next couple of days they would get down to see their large friend.

He mused on his experience up here for his OWL's and the scene that had disrupted their exam. He shook his head and he was glad that was in the past.

Harry glanced up at the stars and he smiled at the perfect night Ginny had for her exam. The air was crystal clear with virtually no wind, perfect for astronomical observations.

He heard her quill scratching away and he knew she was doing well. In a short while Ginny stood up and stretched. "I'm done Professor," she said.

"Very well Dear," the Professor said with a smile. "I believe the Headmistress said you could expect your results on Friday. Now if you'll excuse me I'm an old lady and it's past my bed time. Good night." And with that the Professor waved her wand and banished the telescope and headed down the stairs.

Harry took Ginny in his arms and they stared out over the Black Lake. It looked like it was coated sparkling Diamonds as the Moon reflected off the waves.

Ginny leaned back against Harry and stared at the scene before her. "It's really beautiful up here tonight," she sent to Harry.

"Almost as beautiful as you," Harry sent back.

Ginny smiled and reached a hand back and cupped Harry's face, gently stroking her hand along his cheek. "I never knew I could be so happy."

"Me either," Harry replied.

Harry felt how tired Ginny was "Ready to go my love?"

"Umm Humm," Ginny replied. "Take me to our room Harry."

"Hold tight my love," Harry said as he took and wand and silently cast "Teleportus"and in a blink of the eye they disappeared from the top of the Tower leaving the Moon and the stars for anyone else to enjoy.

XX

A/N: So their OWLs are complete and they will be rejoining the student body. Quidditch will be starting soon and things will be getting interesting.

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