The Savage Life Keeperoliver Chapter 25
Harry was sitting with his friends at breakfast, when a strange Owl approached, and landed in front of him, offering his leg so that Harry could remove the letter that was attached. Harry removed the letter, then offered the owl a piece of bacon, which he took.
He opened the letter, and saw it was from Bill Weasley.
Potter;
If this is some kind of a joke, I don't find it very amusing. I am not big on blind dates, and I am quite capable of finding dates on my own, thank you very much. Is this woman desperate, to agree on a blind date.
But, because you are my sisters Boyfriend, and because you are a friend to my family, I will agree to meet this young woman. I will then make my decision on whether to ask her out to the Ball or not.
You had better hope she doesn't look like the south end of a north bound donkey. I swear, I don't know why I am agreeing to this.
Tell the rest of my family I love them, and give Ginny a hug for me. Kiss her for your self, but tell her it was from me also, just don't enjoy it too much.
See you soon;
Bill Weasley.
Harry was still laughing, which gathered looks from the rest of the students at the table. He passed the letter along to Ginny, which got her laughing, and she passed it along. Soon the whole table was laughing.
Harry sent his reply, with a date for Bill to come by, and make his decision. It would be Friday evening at 5 PM, so that he could join them for dinner.
The week went by fast, and at 4:45 PM, Bill arrived, via the floo in Albus' office, and joined the family at the Savage House dining table. He sat next to Harry, and gave him a disturbing stare.
"OK Potter, if you would be so kind as to point out this damsel in distress, and get this over with."
Harry laughed, and pointed to the Slytherin table, and Millicent Bullstrode, "Do you see that young lady?" Bill shuddered. "Well, that's not her." He then pointed to Susan Bones. "Do you see that red head in the Hufflepuff table?" Bill looked and saw a cute young lady, though a little pudgy. He shrugged his shoulders. "Well, that's not her either." He then took Bill with him to the Ravenclaw table. They passed a few of the Ravenclaw girls. Bill was interested in the black haired Asian girl, but they passed her. Then they passed a blond haired girl that was also kind of cute, but they passed her. Then Harry stopped at the most beautiful girl Bill could ever remember seeing. "Bill, I would like you to meet Miss Fleur Delacour. Fleur, this is William Weasley. Now, since I am quite hungry, I will leave you two, to get acquainted, and return to my dinner." and Harry left Bill to the graces of Fleur. Bill could not believe that this beautiful woman was without a date. He enjoyed his meal, though he could not remember eating it.
Fleur was just as shocked as Bill was. She did not know what to expect. She also did not like blind dates, as she had experienced several, and they did not go well. This charming man was more than she could have for. He was smart, funny, had manners, and was a very good conversationalist. When dinner was through, Bill asked, "Fleur, it would be my pleasure, if you would accompany me to the Yule Ball. Actually it would be my honor, but you can believe me when I say it would please me greatly. I don't know about you, but, I didn't know what to expect, and I am not big on blind dates. But, even if Harry had not set this, if I had seen you before the Ball, I would have asked you out."
"Thank you Bill. I would like very much to be your date for the Ball. Like you, I also do not like Blind dates. But, I must say, that Harry knew what he was doing, when he mentioned you to me. I think you should know, that I had asked him to go with me. There was no one else here that I took a fancy too. Harry had helped me during the first challenge, even though I acted like a snob to him. I must thank him once again, because he has helped me out one more time. I hope we will meet again before the Ball."
"I am sure there will be a Hogsmeade visit before the Ball to acquire gowns. If there is, I would be thrilled if you allowed me to accompany you there. I will also talk to Professor Dumbledore to see if I could come by for dinner a few times."
"That would be excellent Bill, I look forward to it." and Fleur gave Bill a kiss on the cheek, and Bill just sat there with a goofy grin on his face, which pleased Fleur. She had pleased a man, without the use of her Veela allure powers. Not just any man either. He was a beautiful person.
Harry and Ginny watched the play between Bill and Fleur, and loved what they saw. Bill was smitten, like Ginny had never seen before. And that goofy grin after Fleur had kissed him, was one for the records. He never looked so stupid in all his life. At least not to Ginny's knowledge. Harry was p0leased that they got along so well. They watched as Bill got up, and made his way back to their table. He hugged Harry, and said, "I don't know if I will ever need it again, but, if I do, I will come to you, if I need a blind date. Fleur is the most amazing woman I have ever met. Thank you Harry, for thinking of me, when she asked. Also, she thinks a lot of you Harry. So once again thank you for helping her with the first Challenge. Ginny, don't let go of this guy, he is one in a million. He must love you very much, if he turned down a dream such as Fleur, to keep his promise to you. And for her to be a part Veela, and he still did not accept, means more than you could imagine. Now, if you will excuse me, I need to go talk to the Headmaster." And Bill left the two.
Ginny looked to Harry, wit admiration. "You know, I think he's right. I am going to go through your wardrobe, and brand all you clothes, with my property mark. Just to make sure that everyone knows you belong to me, lover boy." And to prove her point, she reached out and put her hands on his neck, and pulled him in for the most passionate kiss she knew how to give. Harry melted in her arms, and Ginny's toes curled in her shoes. They broke it off, when Professor McGonagall cleared her throat. "Mr. Potter, Miss Weasley, I think a detention is needed to cool your blood down. See me tonight at 8PM."
They both looked at her with a dreamy look in their eyes, "Yes Professor." They replied.
When they arrived at her office, Minerva took them to her room and had them join her for tea. She laughed at their reaction. "You don't seriously think I was going to punish you, do you?" They both sighed. "I do however, have to make a show, for the other students, so that rampant snogging does not become to normal around here. So, please try to contain yourselves, when in public."
Bill had become a regular for the next two weeks. He took Fleur on the Hogsmeade trip, and purchased the Gown she selected for the Ball, treated her to lunch at Madam Paddifoot's Love Shack, and then they spent the rest of the day, just walking around and enjoying themselves, holding hands the entire time.
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The evening of the Ball had arrived, and the men were awaiting the appearance of their chosen dates, It was twenty minutes prior to the Ball, when the showed. It was worth the wait, as all of their jaws dropped when the ladies showed up. The colors of the gowns matched the ladies perfectly. Ginny was in a emerald green floor length gown, with matching flats for dancing.
Hermione was in a light blue gown, also floor length, with silver two inch heel strapped shoes. Her hair formed a crown on her head, held in place with a tiara. Neville looked at her with so much love, it caused Hermione to blush.
The rest of the ladies had the same affect on there mates. Luna looked absolutely amazing, in a lavender colored gown, and her hair done similarly to Hermione's, with two inch lavender colored shoes.
The group made their way to the great hall, with Harry and Ginny remaining at the entrance, awaiting the other two Champions. Viktor showed up with Hannah Abbott, and then Bill showed up with a most breath taking beauty. Fleur looked like an angel, in her silver white gown, and clear two inch heels. Her hair done in a French twist, which was wrapped around her head, to form a crown. Thin tendrils of her hair fell down the side of her face. Minerva joined them at the entry, and put them in order of their point standing, which meant that Harry and Ginny would lead them in, followed by Fleur and Bill, and finally Viktor and Hannah.
They made their way to the champions table and the men assisted the ladies in their seating, then took their own seats. They listened as the Headmaster made the opening speech, and then signaled for the music to start. The men took the hands of their ladies, and the Ball started. After the first dance, the rest of the school took to the floor.
About an hour into the ball, Fleur asked Harry if he was ready for their dance, and he led her to the dance floor, Bill taking Ginny's hand, and did the same.
"Harry, I can't thank you enough. Bill is so charming. He has been a complete gentleman. I don't know why you are helping me so much, but, you can be assured that it is much appreciated. Ginny is a very lucky girl, to have you as a boyfriend. I hope you stay together, and life the life you deserve."
"Thank you Fleur. I wish the same for you. If it is not with Bill, then someone equally as nice."
"To be honest with you Harry, I believe I have found my mate in Bill, but, do not tell him that, as it might scare him away." Harry laughed at his dance partner.
Luna was dancing with Ron, when Roger came and asked if he could cut in. Ron looked to Luna, and she nodded and Ron gave her hand to Roger. Roger thanked Ron, and began to dance with the girl of his dreams. They finished the song to quickly for Roger's opinion, but, was thrilled when Luna agreed to one more dance. Half way through the dance, Luna had a vision, that was soo devastating, she collapsed in Roger's arms. She had passed out. on saw this and came running to her, "What did you do Davis.?" He shouted.
"Nothing, I swear. We were dancing, when Luna got this strange look in her eyes, and she passed out in my arms. I don't know what happened." Roger tried to explain. Ron took Luna from him, and carried her back to his table, and set her down in a chair. Roger followed to make sure she was alright. Lilly rushed to the table, and chased the boys away, so that she could examine Luna. She could not arouse her though, so she had Tracy, who was not far away, go get Klinger. She ran off and a few nminute4s later, she brought the Mundiff and placed it on Luna's shoulders. This did the trick, as the mind link got through to Luna, and awakened her. Luna looked around, to see who was there, and saw Roger. She asked Lily, in a whisper to take her back to the dorm, and to get Doc. Lily sent Harry to get Doc, and had Ron carry her back to the dorm.
Once every one was there, Luna went into her vision. "I think I know what Tom is planning. The third trial is a trap. It seems there is a cup that will be the prize for the completion of the tournament. This cup is a portkey. If what I saw is correct, it will take the person who grabs the cup to a cemetery. I don't know where it is, but, I did see a headstone with the name Riddle on it. I'm sorry if this doesn't tell you anything, but, that is the extent of my dream. Tracy, I'm afraid it was Roger who put Harry's name in the cup, and he has a lot to do with the third challenge. If you want to know my opinion, I think the third challenge will be the final showdown, with Tom. It would be to our advantage to find this cemetery and set our own trap."
"Then, it is time to set this trap, as I know where it is." A voice shot out from behind the group. Albus had come through the floo and heard the entire statement. "However, I believe, you should get back to the Ball, so as not to arouse suspicion. there are still two hours left, and many people are worried about you Miss Potter. I am sure Ron wouldn't mind having a few more dances, if you are up to it. We came blame it on hunger, if the question arises. We can't let roger get suspicious, if we are away too long." There were complaints, but, Luna quieted them. "No, the Headmaster is right, and I am fine. I think Roger was a little suspicious, when he saw the look in my eyes. It was almost like he saw a glimpse of my vision, but, couldn't quite see it clearly. If I am away to long, he may put two and two together, and come up with a correct answer. Ron, please let's go back, I think I still owe you a few more dances, and I could use something to eat."
So they all went back to the dance, much to the pleasure of the rest of the students. Luna was well liked by them. She kept Klinger with her this time, and with his link, she felt Roger breath a sigh of relief, and doubt leave his mind. A possible problem was averted.
Hermione was asked by Viktor, if he might have a dance, and she agreed. Viktor was quite taken with her, but, knew she was in love with Neville. He thanked her for her help with the Dragon, and he said if he could be of any assistance to her, he would do what he could. They danced one more dance before Hermione excused herself, and left to find Neville.
Bill and Fleur never left each others side. She had been asked a dozen different time for dances with other people, but, the only dance she had besides Bill, had been Harry. She was having such a wonderful evening, she had to tell Bill what she told Harry She asked if they could sit down for a while, so that she could catch her breath.
Once seated, she began, "Bill, you know that I am part Veela, No? Then you must also know that when a Veela finds her mate, that it is inevitable for her to be with anyone else. I believe I have found my mate, Bill. It is you. Please, before you go running scared, listen to me. I know you barely know me, and to hear me say this is a bit much, Well, more than a bit, really, but, I know it in my heart, that it is meant to be. It does not have to be today, or next year, but, I know that it is true. I hope you find it in your heart to give me a chance to prove it to you."
Bill was floored by this admission. He was just going to ask her to be his girlfriend, when she makes a statement. "Fleur, believe it or not, I was just going to ask you to be my girlfriend. With this statement, it only makes matters easier, as I already know your answer. But, to make it official, Fleur Delacour, will you be my girlfriend."
The fireworks that went off in Bill's head. With the kiss that Fleur put on him, it would be something he would never forget. When they broke it off, Bill said, "I'll take that as a yes then."
Fleur looked into his eyes, and said, "Let me think about it."
Bill's jaw dropped two inches. "Well don't think too long, you just burst my bubble."
Fleur laughed, "Yes Bill, I will be your girlfriend." Bill picked her up, and twirled her around. He took her over to the table where Fred and George were, and told them, and they congratulated them both. He then took her to see Ron and Luna, and told them. Luna pulled Fleur into a hug, then gave one to Bill. Ron had shaken Bill's hand, then he stopped when he got to Fleur. She did the rest for him, and pulled him into a hug.
Ginny was the last one to tell, and he took her hand, and made their way to her, and Harry. They were seated, enjoying a drink, when Bill and Fleur took a seat next to Ginny. "Harry, mate. I want to thank you for this awesome evening. I can't remember ever having such a wonderful time. And thanks to you, I found me a new girlfriend."
"Well, I'm glad I could help. Has Fleur met her yet?"
Fleur hit him hard on the arm, "I didn't know you were such a, how do you say it, oh yes, arse. Bill has asked me to be his girlfriend." Harry laughed.
"Fleur, other than me, Bill is the only one you danced with tonight. Now, I know that we are not that close, and Bill danced with Ginny that one dance, so unless he is into incest, and I would have to hurt him for that, It had to be you. I was just pulling your leg."
"Don't let Ginny catch you playing with my leg, she could hurt you real bad. She may not be Veela, but, she is as possessive as one."
The rest of the evening went great. A little fast, but, great. And when the evening came to end, the students made their way back to their dorms.
Harry had already figured out the riddle of the Egg. He was in the Prefect bath one evening, just thinking about it. He opened it up, and it was even louder than in the common room. It startled him, causing him to drop it in the water. When he went to get it, he heard the song coming from it, and ducked his head into the water to listen to the song. Between Hermione and Ginny, they figured out the meaning. Now all they needed to know, was what he treasured the most was.