An Unexpected Turn of Events
Chapter Thirty-eight
Fleur arose and went down to see if Charlie was up yet and if not start breakfast. For once it seemed she had beaten Charlie to the kitchen and she decided to make crepes for everyone. She started the tea and coffee and assembled the ingredients for the crepes. Humming to herself she felt the warm glow that had been with her for the past two weeks and it gave her a feeling of great contentment.
She deftly made the crepes stacking them on a plate, she kept them covered and placed a warming charm on them so that they'd be ready when Bill and Charlie came down. She poured herself a mug of coffee and sat down to await the two men to join her.
She was startled out of her reverie by a knock on the door. Fleur answered the door and was surprised to see Sarah standing their. "Hi," Sarah said with a smile. "Is Charlie up yet?"
Fleur had her come in, "Not yet, or at least he hasn't come down stairs. Why don't you sit down and wait with me," Fleur said amiably.
"OK," Sarah replied. She joined Fleur at the table and smelled the aroma of the crepes, "Ummm, That smells wonderful."
"Would you like to join us for breakfast?" Fleur asked.
Sarah blushed and said, "I wouldn't want to intrude."
"Your not intruding and I wouldn't have offered if I didn't want your company." Fleur said with a chuckle.
"If you're sure I'm not intruding?" Sarah said hesitantly.
""You're not intruding and I was trying to be patient and wait for the two lazy-bones to join me, but if you do we can indulge ourselves now," Fleur said humorously.
Sarah laughed at Fleur's comment. "OK, that sounds good to me."
Fleur made up two plates, constructing two crepes on each plate, filling them with clotted cream and covering them with fresh strawberries in syrup. "Coffee or tea?" she asked the young red head.
"Teas Please," Sarah said as she dug in to the crepes. She took a bite and closed her eyes in delirious appreciation of the exquisite taste that filled her mouth. "Ummmm, these are fantastic," she said in utter satisfaction.
"Thank you," Fleur said. "I always loved it when my mother made them for me and I haven't had them in a while. Charlie has been getting up and making breakfast and since he slept in this morning I decided to make them."
As the two women enjoyed their breakfast, Charlie joined them. He was mildly surprised to see Sarah there but he welcomed her with a kiss as Fleur made him his crepes. "To what do I owe this unexpected pleasure?" he asked his fiancée.
With a smile she answered, "What? I need a special reason to see you?"
Charlie smiled at her and said "Of course not, I was just surprised to see you here is all."
As they sat and talked Fleur started to look uncomfortable. Her stomach was starting to feel a bit queasy and she didn't know why. She had never had a problem before when she had eaten crepes and it puzzled her.
Sarah noticed her face, "Are you all right?" she asked.
Fleur smiled at her and said, "I'm fine, breakfast just isn't sitting well this morning. I'll be OK." Fleur decided to dump her coffee and have some tea instead, hoping it would help settle her stomach.
Bill finally joined them, looking quite dishevelled. He yawned as he sat down and looked at Sarah questioningly, "To what do we owe this pleasure?" he asked.
The others laughed and he was further confused until Charlie said "I asked the same thing."
Bill joined in the laughter but still asked "So what was the answer?"
"I just felt like seeing my fiancé this morning, is that a crime?" she answered with a smile.
Bill just nodded his head and accepted Sarah's presence. As they finished their breakfast Fleur refreshed everyone's drinks and they moved outside to enjoy the sea-breeze. As they sat and enjoyed their tea Charlie took out one of his Calle Oche Vintage cigars and lit it up, as he did so Sarah took out one of the cigarillos that he had given her and Charlie lit it for her.
Fleur looked at Sarah closely, "What do you have there?" she asked her.
"This is a small cigar, usually referred to cigarillo, this is a flavoured one, it's Irish Crème," said Sarah. Turning to Charlie she said "I thought you said you were going to give the others to Fleur?"
Charlie reached into his shirt pocket and drew out the four small cigars that he had purchased for her and handed them over. "I hadn't gotten around to it yet," he said defensively. "Two are plain and two are the Irish Crème," he told her.
"What do you think of them?" she asked Sarah.
"This one is pretty good, I like the flavour that's been added," she said contemplatively. "Try them and if you don't like them I'll be glad to take the others off your hands," she added with a smile.
An amused Bill was watched with a grin on his face and teased Charlie "I thought I told you not to corrupt my wife."
Charlie laughed "She seemed curious so I thought she should have the chance to make up her own mind."
Fleur smelled the cigar and smiled, "It certainly smells intriguing," she said.
Charlie took out his cigar lighter and held it out for Fleur. She hesitated for a moment and then with a shrug of her shoulders she let him light it for her. She drew in a mouthful of the smoke, held it a moment and then let it out slowly. She had an appraising look on her face as took in another mouthful. She repeated the action and let the smoke out slowly again, "This is pretty good," she said.
Sarah pouted playfully, "Does this mean I don't get the other cigarillos?" she asked.
Charlie and Bill laughed and Charlie said "Don't worry, I'll get some more for you."
Bill looked at Charlie, "Hey Bro, do you have another cigar? I'm feeling kind of left out here."
Charlie took out another Calle Oches and handed it to Bill after cutting off the cap. "Here," he said with a chuckle, "But from now on you need to get your own."
The four sat back and relaxed, enjoying the ocean breeze and the pleasant companionship as the day wore on.
XX
Arthur and Molly returned to the Burrow and were surprised to find the place totally dark. They pulled their wands as they entered the kitchen, Molly was frantic with worry. Ginny never went to bed this early and normally would have left a light on.
As Arthur did a quick sweep upstairs while Molly check the parlour, finding nothing they returned to the kitchen where Arthur noticed the piece of parchment on the table. Molly saw him pick it up and her heart dropped, "No please," she silently begged to herself.
Arthur read it to himself before he handed it to Molly. Her eyes filling with tears she read it to herself.
Dear Mum and Dad,
Harry discovered that due to certain circumstances that I don't feel comfortable leaving in a note, that my trace has been lifted and I can be with him. I'll tell you all about it as soon as I can but I need to leave now.
I love you both but I feel my place is with Harry and I can't let this opportunity pass me by.
We'll all be together again as soon as possible.
Love,
Ginny.
Molly collapsed into her chair and began to sob. Arthur went to her side and laid a had on her shoulder, "She's were she wants to be dear," he said softly.
Molly just nodded her head in acknowledgement of his comment. She kept staring at the note like she was trying to change what it said.
Arthur went to the stove and put on the water for tea, knowing it was something that she would want and appreciate. He made the tea and poured two mugs and sat down beside his distressed wife.
"Here dear," he said softly. "Drink some tea and we'll talk about this."
Molly struggled to control her emotions, taking a few deep breaths and wiped her eyes. "Does this mean what I think it means?" she asked pleadingly.
With a sad expression he said "I don't know dear, maybe, but I can't be certain."
"We shouldn't have left her here alone," Molly moaned.
Arthur shook his head, "You really think that would have stopped her?"
"But Arthur," she started.
"Molly, be realistic, Ginny wanted to be with Harry and they found a way to be together. I for one, am happy for them. I have a feeling that they truly need to be together, they belong together and I always told you that. It appears that the Fates have made it come to pass."
Molly sighed and with a forlorn look she nodded her head, "I know Arthur, but I just wanted to keep her safe. It's hard to accept that she is gone who knows where."
"I know love but they aren't alone and hopefully they'll accomplish what they need to and be home soon."
Molly sat and sipped her tea, rereading the note, struggling to contain her tears. That was how Ron found them when he returned from Shell Cottage after his meeting with Bill.
XX
Harry and Ginny followed the Twins into the tent. The twins went into the kitchen and pulled out Butterbeer for everyone along with some meat, cheeses and bread. Hermione was happy to see Harry start eating heartily. He was ecstatic at having Ginny with him and he couldn't stop smiling.
George got up and turned on the wireless, putting on some dance music. He came over and asked Ginny to dance. Smiling at Harry she rose and let George lead her around the floor. They were joined by Fred and Hermione as they gave Harry and Ginny a mini wedding reception. Once the song ended they switched partners and continued to dance.
Harry watched the two couples and was enjoying himself immensely. When the second song ended Ginny came over and took Harry's hand, leading him out onto their makeshift dance floor. When the music started it was a wonderful old waltz and Harry and Ginny began to dance just like they had during the Yule Ball when they had first gone out together.
Fred, George and Hermione watched mesmerized as they moved across the floor. Their love evident in the looks they were exchanging, and they way they moved. In their normal irreverence Fred bowed to George who bowed back and they joined Harry and Ginny on the dance floor.
Hermione began to laugh at their antics. As the music stopped Harry came over to Hermione and took her out onto the floor. The five of them spent the next couple hours having a great time, dancing and celebrating Harry and Ginny's nuptials.
Everyone danced with everyone else, the Twins even took turns dragging Harry out onto the floor much to the delight of Ginny and Hermione. While they were at it Ginny went over and hugged Hermione, "Thanks for making this possible Hermione," she said gratefully. "I don't think I could have survived much longer with out being with Harry."
"Well it was the book you lent us that held the answer," Hermione said.
Ginny was shocked, "You mean Magical Laws and Statutes?" she said.
Hermione laughed, "Yeah that's the one, why?"
"It's where I found the old ceremony that allowed Harry and I to marry without any record or official."
"Really?" said a shocked Hermione.
Ginny saw the book on the table by the chair and she went and got it. She showed her the ceremony and after Hermione read it, she looked at Ginny with awe. "Wow Ginny, this is something. How did you ever find it?"
Ginny laughed, "I remembered it from my childhood, I used to sit and go through all the books in our small library and when I found this I'd dream of secretly marrying the man of my dreams."
Hermione laughed at her, "Looks like your dream came true Ginny."
Ginny looked at Harry out on the dance floor, trying to get away from the Twins, he had a huge smile on his face and was laughing at his brother-in-laws as they tried to keep him away from Ginny. "Yes it did," she said to Hermione with a smile on her face.
Ginny finally got up and went to rescue Harry from the clutches of the Twins. Another slow dance tune came on as she got to Harry and the Twins, "Excuse me you two, I'd like to have another dance with my husband," she said with a smile.
Fred and George bowed to Ginny, "Far be it for us to come between the bride and her groom," they said.
Harry swept Ginny into his arms and began to twirl her across the floor. Fred and George began to act like they were crying and playfully wiped their eyes as they watched the pair dance.
"Oh our little girls is all grown up," said Fred in a falsetto.
George acted like he was crying on Fred's shoulder and in the same voice said "Yes, our baby has left the nest and is a beautiful swan now."
Hermione was laughing at them so hard her sides hurt and as the music came to an end Harry picked Ginny up and carried her into his bedroom.
Before even setting her down they shared a passionate kiss that inflamed them both, Ginny was moaning into Harry's mouth as he pushed his tongue into hers. They both couldn't wait till they would once again share in the bliss of their joining.
Harry set Ginny down and transformed his bed into something that would hold both of them. As he did so Ginny began to remove her clothing, wanting to get into bed with Harry as quickly as possible.
Harry was once again taken with Ginny's natural beauty, as the last of her clothing fell away Harry was stunned by how she looked and the powerful feelings that came over him.
Ginny turned and looked at him, smiling shyly and blushing at his stare. She stood still a moment letting Harry get his eye full of her before she slipped into bed. "Come my Husband," she whispered, "I need you here with me."
Harry finally began to move again, he quickly disrobed and joined Ginny in the bed. As soon as he slipped in beside Ginny she had him wrapped in her arms, pulling him in close as their mouths came together again.
Ginny felt herself becoming wet as she was eager to feel Harry inside her once again. Her body felt alive with the fire of their passion. "Please Harry, I need you now," she whispered huskily.
Harry was just as eager to comply with her request and he positioned himself between her open legs. Ginny felt his manhood as a hot poker, searching for the place it belonged. Impatient she reached down and guided him into her, groaning deeply as he thrust home.
"Godric, Ginny," he groaned. He felt like it had been ages since he had experienced the sensations he felt.
Ginny felt in heaven, the sensations Harry was causing were driving her crazy with the desire. Harry continued to thrust deeply into her and both knew they wouldn't last long such was their need. "Oh Harry!, Oh, Oh yes! Harry!" Ginny cried out as her climax echoed through her.
This caused Harry to follow her to the heights of ecstasy as his orgasm ripped through him.
Spent for the moment, the clung to one another breathing heavily. Ginny tenderly kissed Harry as she enjoyed being held by him, his body giving her warmth, both physically and spiritually. Her heart felt healed from the hurt it had suffered while they were apart.
Harry felt it too, the warmth spread through him as he once more felt complete, his heart too experienced the healing of being with his true love.
Ginny was so overwhelmed by her emotions she began to cry softly.
"What's wrong?" Harry asked, concerned by Ginny tears.
"I just so glad we're back together," Ginny sniffled. "I never want to experience that again."
"I know my love, I don't want to either. You belong by my side wherever we go," he said tenderly.
Ginny tried to stop her tears but doing so caused her to start hiccuping. They both started to giggle at Ginny's predicament, "Could you get me something to drink?" she asked.
Harry threw on some sweats and a tee shirt and went out to the kitchen to get something for Ginny. As he entered the common area the Twins looked at him and snickered. Hermione was nowhere to be seen.
Harry grabbed some juice for Ginny and headed back towards the bedroom. As he approached where the Twins were sitting Fred said "Ah, Harry, a moment if you please."
Harry stopped and looked at the Twins, "What's up guys?" he asked.
George tried to stifle a laugh and was only partially successful, "You might want to remember to cast a silencing charm," he said with a smirk.
Harry blushed deeply, "Ah, you mean. . ." he began.
"That's right good fellow," said Fred, "You embarrassed poor Hermione so bad she had to flee to her room."
Though it didn't seem possible Harry blushed even more, no Weasley ever had anything on Harry's current state. "Ah, yes, OK, I ah, well OK then," he stuttered.
"Yes," agreed George, "We redheads tend to be a passionate lot and can be very vocal when stirred by passion."
Harry just shook his head and finally chuckled at the Twins, "We'll have to apologize to Hermione in the morning. Good night guy's," Harry said.
"Goodnight Harry and give our best to our beloved sister who we'll be taking the mickey out on tomorrow morning."
Harry returned to Ginny and taking his wand he cast the silencing.
"What was that?" Ginny asked.
Harry chuckled, "Well I was reminded that it might be beneficial to cast a silencing charm when were in here."
Ginny's mouth opened in shock, but she still retained her smile. "Oops," she said humorously. Then she rolled her eyes and groaned slightly, "I guess I'll be hearing about it from the Twins tomorrow morning."
Harry gave Ginny the juice he had brought for her and she took a big drink. "Ah, that's better," she said happily. She then looked at Harry with a grin, "Ready for round two?" she asked seductively.
Harry quickly stripped and joined Ginny back in bed. This time their lovemaking was slow and sensual, they took their time, showing each other how much they loved one another. Every time Ginny came close to her orgasm, Harry slowed or stopped for a moment, prolonging their coupling. Ginny felt the pressure inside her building to an intensity she had never felt before and she tried to prepare herself for it's release.
Finally they could take it no longer and they brought each other to their climaxes. Ginny felt her orgasm hit her over and over again, it didn't seem like it would ever stop. Harry too exploded in a soul shaking orgasm, pouring his love along with his essence into his beloved wife.
Neither was capable of coherent thought let alone speech for many moments. They clung together relishing being back together, both feeling like they were where they belonged. Ginny snuggled into Harry, taking her preferred spot, her head resting on his shoulder and her arm draped across his chest. Harry pulled the blanket up and they drifted off to sleep.
XX
Bellatrix sat and looked over the final plans for the raid she had prepared for the Great London Wizards Faire, as long as everyone did what they had been instructed to do she didn't see how anything could go wrong. It was a classic hit hard, keep moving and get away as fast as possible.
She looked at the team leaders who were assembled for their final instructions, "Remember your targets," she said haughtily, "You will be responsible for making sure your team performs their assigned tasks." She stared at each person around the table.
She looked at the map of the Faire's grounds, each team was assigned a spot to Apparate to. The pattern was of a huge star with the top point being at due North and the other four spread equidistant around the Faire grounds. They were numbered One at North and followed clockwise around the star to five being to the West.
"I'll lead the team from the first point" she said with a self-satisfied smile, "Rodolphus will lead team two, Rabastan team three, Lucius team four and Travers team five. We will time our arrival for Noon, and then make for the centre square of the Faire. Cause as much destruction along the way as possible, I want to see flames and smoke everywhere," she said gleefully.
The four men nodded their assent as Bella surveyed them. "I'm counting on each and every one of you to do your best so the Dark Lord will be impressed with my plan."
Rodolphus and Rabastan smiled at her but Lucius noticed Travers frown slightly at Bellatrix's self-serving attitude, he noticed Lucius looking at him and he made a small motion with his head that Lucius took to as Lets Talk. Lucius gave him a small nod in return, maybe he wasn't alone in his distrust of Bella.
Bella dismissed everyone, admonishing them to make sure they had their teams assembled by quarter till twelve in the courtyard. Lucius thought she was treating them like children but then he thought that was only appropriate as she behaved so childish since her breakout from Azkaban. To Lucius she'd always been a rather strange child growing up and she was no different now.
As he and Travers exited the dinner room he said to Travers, "Will you join me in my study for a brandy to toast our success?"
Travers smiled at Lucius' subterfuge and replied "Certainly Lucius, lead the way."
Once in the study Travers looked at Lucius as if unsure of what to say. Lucius looked at him appraisingly and tried to feel him out. "What do you think of Bella's plan?" he asked.
Travers took a sip of his brandy, "I think that Bella hasn't given great thought to it," he said cautiously.
Lucius smiled, "I too believe she hasn't thought things through and her only thought seems to be how much favour she will garner from Lord Voldemort," he said tactfully.
"Travers returned his smile, "I think she would sacrifice us all if it suited her plans to gain his approval."
"Do you think we can do anything about it?" Lucius asked.
"I'm not sure if there is enough time now," Travers said with a frown.
Lucius glanced at the door and went to his desk, he drew his wand and murmured a spell opening up the bottom draw and withdrew a roll of parchment. He quickly unrolled it for Travers to see.
Travers was surprised that it was a copy of the map that Bella had drawn of the Faire grounds. Lucius pointed to Travers' assigned arrival point, "It might be advisable to arrive at a different point," he said with a smile. "I plan to do the same."
Travers looked at Lucius appraisingly, "Do I want to know why?" he asked.
Lucius rolled up the map and returned it to the draw he had removed it from, "Let's just say it will be in your best interest not to appear where Bella has indicated."
Travers drained the remainder of his glass, "OK, agreed," he said as he shook Lucius' hand. Just then Bella appeared at the door. "To our success," Travers said. "Yes to our success," agreed Lucius.
XX
AN: So things are progressing on, Wonder what Lucius has up his sleeve, probably can't be any good for Bella's plans. Family rivalries can be such a pain.
Harry, Ginny and crew had their celebration, limited as it was, Harry and Ginny's reunion has them picking up right where they left off, Ah young Love!
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