Rose spent most of her time on Sunday recovering from Saturday. She still felt light headed so tried to drink a lot of water at breakfast.
Her and George went on a small date- a walk- outside which made her feel better although she'd forgotten that due to changing time George also had forgotten about her prediction.
"I'm so happy things are back to normal," Rose commented and George gave her a confused look.
"With Bellamy-" Rose tried to explain but then stopped when Rose realized what was happening, "Nothing." She quickly covered up her lie.
George seemed to be unbothered, "Ready for potions on Monday?"
Rose shook her head "And I'm not ready to see Professor Lupin again either," Rose added, "Gosh, it was the worst George- you should've seen his face- it was like he was so disappointed in me."
George slung his arm over her shoulder in comfort. "I just think he's really worried about you is all- and how you're going to protect yourself."
Rose nodded, "I don't mean to make things so difficult." Rose whispered.
George nodded slowly and said "I know," He paused as he glanced around the woods, "Should we head back?"
"Yeah," Rose replied and followed George through the woods. As they passed Hagrid's hut, Rose stopped George and tugged on his sleeve. She motioned towards Hagrid- he was sitting out on the front steps, perched over- his giant frame towering over the steps casting a shadow: he was crying.
Rose stepped in front of George towards Hagrid.
"Hagrid?" Rose asked softly. Hagrid looked up at Rose and tried to pretend he hadn't been crying. He coughed as he tried to wipe away his tears. Rose walked closer to him and George trailed behind her. She placed her hand on Hagrid's shoulder.
"What happened?" She asked.
Hagrid sniffed but didn't answer. Rose sat down beside him and George joined her on Hagrid's other side.
"Buckbeak's going to be murdered!" Hagrid let out and began sobbing into his shirt sleeve. Rose sat close to Hagrid keeping him company.
"I bet Harry told ya already?" Hagrid said in a muffled voice.
"He mentioned something about Malfoy," Rose said softly, "But he didn't go into detail. Hagrid what happened?"
Hagrid sniffed again. "It was just Draco should've listened to me. I said not to approach her and she gets scared- she gave him a little scratch is all but she didn't take his arm off!"
Rose nodded sympathetically. George had folded his arms over his legs and had placed his head on his knees listening intently.
"We believe you Hagrid." Rose said. Hagrid continued.
"Draco's Dad is the one who brought it to the Ministry!" He wiped his eyes "And now she's gonna be killed!"
George and Rose sat by Hagrid until he'd calmed down.
The sun had started to set on Hogwarts grounds.
"Do either of you want some tea?" Hagrid asked, "Or do you have to be getting back?"
"We can have some tea," Rose agreed wanting to keep Hagrid some company "But we probably have to get back soon."
Rose and George followed Hagrid into his hut. Hagrid sniffled around his fireplace as he got some water boiling.
"How have you two been?" Hagrid asked as he sat down in a chair "Now that you don't have to take my class Rose I feel like I never see you."
Rose smiled, "I've been alright," Rose replied, "I've been a little worried about Harry and the whole escape of Sirius Black."
Hagrid blinked and nodded in understanding. "Erm, yes, Sirius Blackā¦" Hagrid let his voice trail off, "You and your brother better stay safe." Hagrid instructed. He turned to George "You keep her safe alright?"
George gave a small smile and said "I try my best sir."
"And how's your family?" Hagrid asked to George clearly trying to change the subject from Black.
"Good," George answered, "We think Percy wants to go work for the Ministry."
Hagrid sighed and shook his head, "He has no idea what it's like working for Cornelius Fudge."
"I agree." George replied dryly.
"Ginny?" Hagrid continued, "How's she doing?"
"Good," George nodded, "Says she wants to try out for Quidditch."
Rose raised her eyebrow in surprise, "Really?"
"Yeah," George answered proudly.
Hagrid turned to look out his window- the sun had officially settled down. "Alright you two," He said, "Time to go back to school."
Hagrid stood up to walk Rose and George to the door but before he let them out Rose gave Hagrid a big hug. Hagrid was taken aback but returned her hug- his huge arms nearly engulfed Rose into his chest.
Hagrid stood outside and watched as Rose and George made their way back to Hogwarts- he was standing guard- as if he was expecting something to happen.
