Chapter 24: Who?

"That must be the next set of orders" She jumped excusing herself a short few seconds.

"I am not even going with anyone. So this non existing date does not like green" I wondered sitting down next to Hermione.

"You might look as if you're a Slytherin" Hermione joked as I pouted realizing that if it was to be a really green dress my Gryffindor mates may get the wrong idea; also I don't know anyone who love green that is a friend of mine.

"How strange, it's not my owl but another who is still here waiting for a reply. It must of got the wrong address because it is not and order. Do you know a Nighlia Dougard?" The lady said holding a small piece of rolled up parchment paper tied with white bow and a tag attached to it.

"That's me" I said standing raising an eye brow as she passes it to me before continuing to gather the fabrics to my dress.

"Open it" Hermione encouraged.

I read the tag that said in twisted posh handwriting 'Dear Miss Nighlia Dougard". I slowly and carefully undid the ribbon and rolled out the letter. The writing was the same but small with swirly green ink.

'To My Precious; Nighlia Dougard.

I heard that you were in Hogsmeade and had to finally send this before it was too late. I request that you meet me in the Transfigurations hallway on the 1st floor, around the corner from the Great Hall just before the Yule Ball is to begin. I will completely understand if you do not come or are with someone else. If so you will never know me from this letter, who shall want to escort you to the Ball.

I hope to see you then.

Reply your colour dress and weather you except or deny my biggest request.

Yours Lovingly ...'

I finished reading aloud smiling happily however frowned in confusion. I was being asked to the Ball when I thought I would be going alone.

"Who do you think it could be?" Hermione asked thinking the same question as I.

"I have no idea" I breathed out.

"Ah yes I see now that this person loves green. Emerald green is what you shall wear dearest. I will start straight away. If you wanted to know there is some spare parchment with some ink and quills on the counter. The owl is waiting for a reply at the window." The old lady said rushing around the store grabbing the fabrics for my dress but I was too concentrated on the letter.

"Personally, I would have to find out who wrote this. You should accept who knows what might happen between you two" Hermione said pulling me towards the counter.

I nodded lightly with excitement gripping the quill in my hand.

'Dear Stranger.

You obviously know me and I hope that I know you. I am happy to say I accept your request and will meet you at the place. However it is for there I will decide if I trust and fully want to attend the Ball with you. I will be wearing the colour Emerald green to the Yule Ball.

I hope when we met we feel the same for one another.

Thank you.

Nighlia Dougard'

I swiftly wrote in the black thin ink in neat handwriting before curling the parchment up tightly before using the same green ribbon from the letter to tie it into place. I walked over to the window at the front of the shop where a dark grey owl was perched quietly waiting. I moved my hand close to it claws as it griped it carefully before flying away quickly.

There was a large pain in my chest causing a electric shock to run through me. My eyes shut immediately but opened to be looking down at a shiny strappy pair of black heels on my feet. I was now standing on the stage with the curtains closed but what I did not notices is that from the inside they were mirrors but on the outside plain white. I slowly lifted my head up cautiously worried about my appearance. I was wearing a strapless short dress which fell middle thigh; the top part was made of the stretchy marital however a deep black covered in sliver jewels and sparkle incrusted. There was a silk black band that went around my waist tightly showing off my figure curves. Finally the skirt part of the dress was a thin multi-layered lacy fabric which puffed out contains a few black strands and sequins. It was perfect.

"Ready sweetie" The old lady yelled from outside as the curtains suddenly pulled open as both her and Hermione gasped in delight.

"You look beautiful" Hermione giggled smiling hugely.

"Well girls my work is down" She said pulling out her wand mumbling a spell before I was back into mu normal clothes but like Hermione without mu coat, shoes and hat which were neatly pilled on the armrest of the waiting area couch.

I hurried to put them on as I made my way towards the counter with Hermione as we both paid the money of 11 Galleons and 3 Sickles (around £60-£70).

"Enjoy your Ball ladies" The lady said handing Hermione her gold box and me my silver box so we could tell the apart.

"Thank you. Goodbye" Both me and Hermione thanked while exiting the same tailors walking around Hogsmeade a bit more not really wanting to go back to school to face Ron and Harry; since they are acting like idiots lately.

After an hour or so we finally realized it was getting very dark and cold considering its winter, both of us returned to Hogwarts. We both quickly settled by the fire in the common room not bothered by Harry who was a upset about Cho going with someone else. I felt bad for him but just kept quiet about it all.

Suddenly a group of Gryffindors entered through the portrait door mumbling as Ginny escorted a weakened Ron to a seat as we all rushed around him quickly.

"It's okay Ron. It doesn't matter" Ginny whispered as he seemed to be off in his own little world.

"What happened?" Harry asked quickly leaving the egg on the couch.

"He just asked Fleur Delacour" Ginny answered for Ron.

"What?" Hermione yelled in confusion.

"Why the hell?" I whispered under my breath staring at him oddly as if he had gone completely mad or something.

"What did she say?" Harry wondered.

"No of course" Hermione quickly spat only for Ron to shake his head slowly.

"She said yes" Hermione gasped covering her mouth in shock but Ron continued shaking his head.

"Nah. There she was walking by. You know I like the way they walk. It just sort of slipped out" Ron suddenly explained staring off into the thin air.

"Actually he kind of screamed at her. It was a bit frightening" Ginny added looking concerned for her older brother who seemed so embarrassed by what had happened.

"Well what did you do then?" Harry went on.

"What else I ran for it. I can't get out of this Harry. I have no one what am I going do?" Ron began to panic as everyone started to walk away leaving us.

"Hi Harry" The Patil twins said over everything which caused Harry to quickly wave before turning back to Ron.

"Stupid get them to be you guys dates" I whispered harshly in his ear as his eyes widened at the idea before rushing after them.

Now everything will be fine. But who is my date?