Master of Mischief Keeperoliver Chapter 36
The Renegades were sitting at the Gryph table enjoying Breakfast, when the Owls started to arrive. Hedwig made her way to Harry, with the daily Prophet. Harry took the Paper from his familiar, and offered her a piece of bacon, which she took and nibbled on it to her delight.
Harry opened up the paper, and grew a huge smile as he read the headlines.
MINISTER FUDGE AND UNDER SECRETARY UMBRIDGE TENDER THEIR RESIGNATION TO THE WIZENGAMOT, SHOCKING THE WIZARDING WORLD!
Ginny who had joined him, read the headlines, and yelled out her pleased reaction to the story. The rest of the students who had received the Prophet were doing the same, as were the Professors. Those students who did not receive the Prophet, were borrowing from those who did.
The story that went with it, did not matter to the school, just the fact that they wert rid of the worst Minister to ever wear the robes. The addition of the Undersecretary, was just icing on the cake.
"Can I have your attention please." Minerva asked the students. The room quieted down so that she could speak. "It would seem that a great service has been rendered to the British Wizarding Community. The resignation of Cornelius Fudge and Delores Umbridge, has long been hoped for. Now that it has become a fact, I would like to thank the administrators of this action. Would the Master and Mistress of Mischief please present themselves to our gathering?"
There were two pops, and the Master and Mistress appeared before the student body, and Professors. "We wish to thank you two, for the work you did to bring about the headlines in today's paper. I wish you would show us who you truly are, so that we could thank you properly. It is a great day to be a wizard in England. It would be much better if we knew to who we owe our thanks."
The Master and Mistress walked over to the Renegades, and got into a group discussion. They were in it for a couple of minutes, and broke off. The two walked back to the Professors table.
"The Master and I have talked it over with the Renegades, and we all agree it is time for the rest of the school, to know who we are. Though not students, we are family. Though not blood, we are bond. The time for this charade is over."
There was like a curtain of colors that dropped in front of the Master and Mistress, covering the images of the two. It stopped for a moment, and then disappeared. There standing in front of the students and faculty were two house elves. They were well known by all, as they have been seen on several occasions. There was a huge round of applause from every one assembled, and cheers from the Gryph table. The Professors table stood and gave them both a large ovation. Tears were forming in Twinky's eyes, and Dobby was grinning from ear to ear. This went on for 5 minutes, and students went up to the elves and shook their hands. Daphne went up and Hugged and kissed their cheeks. "I would never have guessed Dobby, that you were so...so...WICKED." she laughed and gave him another hug. Dobby hugged her back, and patted her on the back, "Yes, Dobby and Winky can be Devious, when needs be, Miss Daphne. After all, we were trained by the Best, were we not?"
"I guess you were trained by the best. In order to be trained though, you had to want to be this person. You and Winky have gone beyond what was expected of you, and for that I am proud to call yopu a friend. Now, if you will excuse me, there are about 400 other students and Professors who wish to share their thanks to you." And Daphne moved on.
Once again, classes were excused for the day, as nobody was in the right frame of mind to get anything done. This was a day of celebration, and it carried on long into the night.
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The following morning brought news the a new Minister was to be sworn in by the Wizengamut. After much deliberation, and many names declining the post, Arthur Weasley had finally decided to accept the offer to become the new Minister This was third time he had been approached. The Weasleys were receiving much attention this morning. Fred, George, Ron and Ginny, were the center of many a conversations. The Hufflepuffs were for the first time in ages one of the most recognised houses. They shared the limelight with the Gryphs. Classes that day were held, and the term went on, but the feeling of elation around the school was not lessened.
Fred and George had to be seperated from the rest of the class, so that they could get their work done. The Weasleys have gone from barely making ends meet, to becoming a very well to do family. Between the WWW share of the profit, Bill be made the Head of the Wards and Charms dept. of Gringotts, Charlie becoming the Head Administrator of the Dragon Reserve, and Percy becoming the Under Secretary, under his Father, things were beginning to change for the once noble family.
It seemed that it wasn't quite finished, as Ginny received a letter from the Hollyhead Harpies, that they would be at her next game, to see if she was good enough top be given an invitation to join their camp, in two years. She was thrilled to hear this, and threw her arms around Harry, and gave him a right proper kiss, to which Samantha responed, "Damn, Ginny, couldn't that wait until after lunch? You going to spoil my appetite."
Ginny pulled her lips from Harry's to give Sam a rather strong Raspberry. "Boy, if that's not original." Sam countered. Ginny just went back to what she was doing.
Ron had a party in his family's honor that evening, and Padma stayed for the whole thing, perched on Ron's lap. He took this opportunity to ask her. "Pad, we have been going together for three years now. I know that I have become quite attached to you, and I hope you feel the same way. I know this seems like it is coming out of the blue, but would you consent to be my wife. I haven't got a ring yet, but, you will have one soon, if you accept my proposal."
"Er, Ron. That was the lamest proposal I have ever heard. But, do you know what, I loved it. Yes, I accept you proposal, and agree to marry you. However, it has to be after we graduate. And no to any thought of any hanky-panky before we get married. Kissing, and fondling is acceptable, but clothes stay on. Do you accept these terms?"
"Yes, my love, shall we seal it with a kiss?"
"Oh yes, that is a good binding measure." and the two met, causing the students around them to give gagging sounds, cat calls and kissing noises. They were oblivious to this.
Draco, Daphne, Neville and Luna had also become engaged. The students were growing so fast. Sam and Colin were the only Renegade members that were no engaged. That didn't keep them from enjoying each others company though.
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A bulletin was posted to all the house boards;
The dance scheduled for this evening, has been given a title. It is now, the Minister's Ball, and it will be honoring Arthur, Molly, Percy, and Penelope Weasley. Though not mandatory, attendance is highly suggested, to welcome in our new Minister of Magic, and his new Under Secretary. Let's give our new Minister a warm welcome, by attending. Proper attire is Mandatory.
Fred, George and Ginny were stunned at this notice. Thrilled, but stunned. Their family had never been given such an honor. Harry had called Peter via his two way, and asked that he come to the school and take measurements for some formal gowns for the Renegades. Peter and Delilah had both come and took measurements Peter took the Lads, and Delilah took the Lassies. They promised they would be delivered by 5PM. They were also given an invitation to attend, which they accepted.
As promised, the robes had been delivered, and the girls fell in love with theirs. They were made with the finest Silk attainable. They were of the colors requested by each Twinky, Angelina, Hermione, Daphne, Padma, Lisa, Ginny, Luna, and Samantha all held up their robes, and danced around with them held up to their bodies. They loved the way the fabric flowed with their movements. Then they started to panic, as they only had three hours to get ready.
By 7:45 PM, the girls made their way to the Common room. They had all used the Gryphs Dorms, in order to get ready. As they made their way into the room, the boys were at a loss for words. The visions that were their girlfriends took their breath away. They all made their way to their respective girlfriends, except for Harry making two detours. First was Samantha. "Sis, I have never seen you this lovely. Colin, you take care of her, as she will be sought after by every male in the Hall, including myself."
He then made his way to Hermione, who was in the middle of a hug and kiss session with Fred. She saw Harry, and excused herself from Fred. She launched herself at Harry, "Oh Harry, thank you so much for the Dress robes. They are perfect." She gave a kiss to Harry, not caring what anyone thought. Harry had just made her night perfect, and he deserved it.
Harry extracted himself from Hermione's grasp, and went to his love. "About time you noticed me Potter. I was beginning too think you fancied your sisters over me."
"As beautiful as they are, my love, they pale in comparison to the vision that is the owner of my heart. You are the only one that holds my attention. You are the reason of my being. You are me, as I am you. You are the light that guides me through life." Harry poured it on thick, trying to escape injury.
"I don't know what you have been reading, but don't stop. It may have been a little sappy, but I loved it. Now come on, before we are late, and miss the first dance. Minerva got a band to play this evening, and we can dance all night."
They arrived a couple of minutes early, and were waved to Arthur and Molly's table. "Please join us?" Molly asked.
"Mom, this is your evening, you don't need us here. Enjoy yourself. Relax. Soak up the atmosphere. Have fun."
"Ginny, we have the best fun, when we are a family. The past four years have been so lonely, what with you and your brothers all going your separate ways. I would like for once to be a whole family again,"
Hearing this, Harry cleared his throat, and using the Sonorous Charm, got every ones attention. "Excuse me please, but will all the Weasley Family please gather at the Guest of Honor's table, and bring your dates. Thank you."
As they gathered around, Harry enlarged the table to make it large enough to fit every one. "Would you all please sit down, and make like you are family. Mom and Dad, are the guests of honor, and have requested you all to sit with them. It is the least we can do. Fleur, you are included in this as well." Harry looked over to Molly, and she mouthed her thank you, to which Harry smiled and nodded.
After Minerva's presentation, the dance began, with a tribute to Molly. It was by Calestina Warbeck. A Cauldron Full of Hot Steaming Love. While Arthur and Molly were good, the Renegades actually made the song hot and steamy. Their dancing was as if it were practiced for hours. It reminded the muggle born of the old movies their parents used to watch, with Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, Ginger Rogers, and Cyd Charrise. Their moves were flawless. The ladies were flying through the air, held up by their partners, and spreading their arms to form a pattern. If you had been looking down, you would have seen a star pattern floating across the floor Minerva saw this, and conjured a mirror for the non dancers to see the magnificent routine, and get the full scope of what was happening. The applause while the dance was going on was appreciated, but quite loud. The dance was not to take away from Arthur and Molly's evening, it was to honor them in the best from available. Their love of dance.
The rest of the evening was free style dancing, with the occasional waltz. Near the end, they of course had their salsa, and they ended the evening with a new song, by a singer by the name of Donna Summer. It was called the Last Dance. Samantha had voluteered to sing this, as it called for a female vocalist, and she was the best.
This was also a hot number, and it was enjoyed by all. Dobby and Winky included. You would think it would be funny, but They were superb. Winky was laughing so hard at the end of the song, Dobby had to hold her up, to keep from falling. As often as they have done it, their evenings of dance never got tireing. They always looked forward to the next. Which would be Halloween.
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Vernon, Tuney, and Dudley, missed their family. It has been over a year since they have seen James, Lily, Harry, and Samantha, and wanted to see them again. They just didn't know how to get hold of them.
It was as if Hedwig could read their minds, as the next morning, Petunia was greeted by the beautiful bird. Tuney let Hedwig in, but didn't let her go ant where except her shoulder. She petted and cared for her for an hour, and Hedwig was loving it. Yuney told her she was going to stay for the evening, as it was the closest she had been to her family for over a year, and she wasn't ready to give her up. Hedwig was content with that. Tuney gat very little done for the rest of the day, except dinner. She even set a plate for Hedwig.
When Vernon came home, he saw the extra plat, and thought it was for Natalie, so he didn't say anything. He did give Petunia a long kiss. Vernon had stayed very strong in his exercise regime. He was down to under 14 stone. Less than 200 pounds. His last check up, had the doctor all excited. He wished all his patients were that eager. He learned that Vernon and Tuney danced at least twice a week, Vernon walked every morning, at least two miles. He has cut down on the fatty foods, but not giving it up all together. He does eat more greens, but he eats them for lunch, and with his dinner. He hasn't gotten rid of his Telly, but it is only used for maybe an hour a day, for news and weather. There is a show on Sunday evenings that Tuney and He liked to watch. An American show from the 1960's called The Lawrence Welk Show. Vernon would clear the floor, and they would dance to the music. Tuney lover Myron Florin, and his Accordion.
When Vernon sat down to dinner , he was joined by Dudley and Tuney, but not by Natalie. "Dudley, where is Natalie?"
"Home eating dinner I expect, Why?"
"Well then, who is the extra place setting for?"
About that time, Hedwig made her approach and glided perfectly into place, in front of her plate. Dudley and Vernon both laughed at her, but greeted her with love and friendliness. After dinner, and Tuney cleaned up, she wrote a letter to Lily. She told Hedwig to rest or hunt for the evening, which ever she preferred. She could take the letter in the morning Tuney left it on the table, and retired for the evening. When she got up the next morning, Hedwig and the letter were gone. She thought, 'Oh, how I wish I were Magical.'