Meanwhile, in Bulgaria, Viktor was lying on a blanket in a clearing in the forest with her head pillowed on Holly's lap. They had hiked through the woods to have a picnic and to admire the view of the city. Before they had their lunch, Viktor had finally shown Holly his animagus form, his snow leopard. When Viktor transformed, he stalked towards Holly and chased her around the forest, growling playfully. Viktor had given Holly a head start, giving her plenty of time to hide in the woods. It didn't take long for him to find her and pounce on her.
Holly laughed hysterically as Viktor loomed over her, licking her face with his rough tongue, "Ew, Viktor, stop it," Holly said between fits of giggles, "That's gross!" She said as she wiped her face.
Viktor transformed back and laid down next to Holly in the soft grass peppering her face with kisses. He eventually made his way towards her lips and kissed her lovingly. Holly wrapped her arms around his neck and pulled him closer. Viktor pulled away and sighed, "I luff you so much, Holly."
"I love you too, Viktor, so, so much."
Viktor smiled at Holly and kissed her again. Then he helped her up, and they went back to the clearing to have their lunch. They sat down on the blanket that Viktor had brought, and Holly began to unpack their lunch. She had asked Viktor's mother if she could teach Holly how to make Viktor's favorite dishes for their picnic. Holly had gotten up early that morning so that she could get a head start on making everything that she and Viktor would need for their picnic.
She took the food and plates out of the basket and set it all out on the blanket. Anna had put a stasis charm on the food for Holly so that it would stay nice and warm until it was served. Viktor watched curiously as Holly began to fill his plate, "Did you make this, Holly," Viktor inquired.
"Yes, I asked your mother to show me how to make all of your favorite foods. I hope you like it."
Viktor leaned towards Holly and kissed her, "I am sure the food vill be delicious, thank you, Luff."
Holly blushed, "You're welcome, love."
When Holly finished serving Viktor and herself and giving him a butterbeer, she sat there and wait for him to try her food. Viktor smiled at his girlfriend and took a bite of the food; he hummed in appreciation of the food. It was even better than when his mother made it, "Holly, this is delicious!"
"Really?"
"Da, I luff it! You are an excellent cook."
Holly let out a sigh of relief, "I'm so glad you like it, Viktor."
Holly and Viktor started eating their lunch and chatting about the upcoming school year for Holly. Holly told Viktor that more than likely something was going to happen with the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, "Vhy do you say that, Luff?"
"Because something always happens with the DADA teacher since Harry and I started school. The only time we didn't have problems was when Moony taught it. And even then, Moony ended up being a werewolf."
"Maybe this year, vill be different."
"Maybe, doubtful, but there's a possibility," Holly sighed and put her head on Viktor's shoulder, "I don't want to go back. I don't want to leave you."
"I do not want you to leave either, Luff, but that is the way it is. I promise that I vill visit you as often as I can."
"You promise?"
"I promise, but let us not talk about such things. Ve still have two more veeks. My Quidditch practice starts soon, but I vould like you to be there vith me."
"Of course," Holly said with a smile.
Viktor kissed Holly and then waved his wand to repack everything back in the basket then vanished the basket. Viktor sighed and stretched; he conjured a few pillows for Holly to lean against, then placed his head on her lap. Holly smiled at her boyfriend and leaned down to kiss him; they continued to talk while Holly ran her fingers through Viktor's hair, massaging his scalp. His black hair had grown throughout the year, and Holly loved running her fingers through his thick hair.
Viktor's eyes slowly started to close, and soon, he had fallen asleep. Holly smiled and watched him sleep. Holly stared at Viktor's face committing it to memory. Holly's heart swelled when she heard Viktor mumble her name in his sleep. She didn't think it was possible to love someone as much as she loved Viktor, and Holly hoped and prayed that this feeling would never go away.
A half-hour later, Viktor's eyes fluttered open, and he smiled up at Holly, "I had a vonderful dream. I dreamt that I vos lying in the arms of a beautiful angel, and it turns out that it vos true, except my head was on my angel's lap instead."
"Oh, Viktor, you're so sweet."
"It is true; you are my angel, Holly," Viktor said then sat up so that he could kiss Holly.
As their kissing became more heated, Viktor pulled away and placed his forehead against Holly's, "I think it is time for us to go back home."
Holly groaned, "If you say so."
Viktor stood up and helped Holly to her feet; with a wave of his wand, he vanished the blanket then took Holly's hand. They apparated back to Viktor's house, where Holly was surprised to find Hedwig waiting for her, "Hedwig, what are you doing here?"
Hedwig hooted and flew over to Holly and nipped her ear affectionately. The snowy owl held her leg out so that she could take the letter that she had for Holly. Holly took the note, and Hedwig flew off to join Viktor's owl, and they began to groom each other.
Holly read the note from Harry and started getting upset. Viktor watched his girlfriend's face turn red with anger, her green eyes flashing, "Luff, vhat is the matter?"
Holly was so angry she couldn't speak; she handed the letter to Viktor. Viktor read the note, "No, they cannot do this to Harry; it is unfair. He vos only defending himself and the other girl!" Viktor exclaimed.
"I can't believe this is happening; Harry can't be expelled!" Holly said as tears began to gather in her eyes, "I need to go home and be with my brother."
"Off course, Luff, I shall take you home, but vhat does the other letter say?"
Holly was so upset she had forgotten about the other letter that Remus and Sirius had sent her. She ripped it open and read the message. As she read it, Holly sighed in relief, "Remus said that they got Harry a trial and that Ted Tonks was going to represent him in court so that they can fight his expulsion from Hogwarts. Remus said for me to stay here with you. That my going won't solve anything."
"It does not matter, Holly, if it does not solve anything. I am sure your brother vould like you there vith him. Ve can finish our Holiday there in England," Viktor said with a smile, "You can show me around since I have only seen Hogvarts."
"You don't mind, Viktor?"
"Off course not, As long as I get to spend time vith you. Ve only haff a veek left anyvay."
"What about Quidditch?"
"I took the veek off to spend it vith you, so that is not a problem."
Holly smiled at her boyfriend and jumped into his arms and kissed him, "Oh, Viktor, thank you so much!"
"You are velcome, Holly. I vould do anything for you. Now let us tell my parents and pack. I vill get us a portkey back to England."
Holly kissed Viktor once more then rushed upstairs to pack. Meanwhile, Viktor went to tell his parents what was going on. They agreed with him that Holly should be with her brother and thought that it was a good idea Viktor to go with her. While Viktor packed his things, Marco made a portkey to take the young couple back to England. Once they were ready, Viktor shrank Holly's luggage and put it in his pocket.
Holly and Viktor came downstairs, where Viktor's family was waiting for him. Holly apologized to his parents and siblings for cutting her trip short, "That is alright, Holly, ve know how much your brother means to you and ve vouldn't expect you to stay here while he is in trouble. Ve understand."
"Thank you for everything. I hope to see you all soon. Maybe I can return for the Christmas Holiday?"
"That vould be vonderful, Holly, ve would luff to haff you," Anna said as she hugged Holly.
Holly then hugged Viktor's father and siblings, then Marco gave Viktor the portkey. Viktor and Holly went outside, and Viktor took a firm grip around Holly's waist, and they touched the portkey and were whisked away to England. When Holly and Viktor arrived at the Ministry, they floo'd to the Weasley house where Harry was staying.
Harry and the others were sitting in the kitchen when the fireplace roared to life. Harry was expecting to see his parents come through the fire but was surprised to see Holly step out, "Holly! What are you doing here?"
"Did you honestly think I could stay when you're in trouble?"
"Oh, Holly, I didn't mean for you to cut your holiday short," Harry said sadly.
"I didn't," Holly said with a smile, "Viktor came with me."
At that moment, the fire roared again, and Viktor stepped out, "Hello, Harry," Viktor said with a smile.
"Viktor, I'm glad you could come," Harry said as he shook his hand.
"Vell, Holly, and I haff one more veek, and I did not vant her to come here alone."
Ginny, who was standing with her family, thought that was the cutest thing she had ever heard. She stepped forward and greeted Holly and Viktor as did the other Weasleys along with Luna, who had been spending all her time with Harry. Holly asked her brother what was going on, and he told her that he had a hearing the following day but that Harry wasn't worried because Ted said that he was going to bring a Pensieve to show them his and Luna's memory of the event and that that should clear him.
A little while later, Hermione showed up complaining that what they were doing to, Harry was unfair. She stopped short when she saw Holly and Viktor sitting in the living room with everyone else, "Holly, Viktor, when did you get here?"
"A little while ago. You didn't think I would stay in Bulgaria when Harry's in trouble, did you?"
"No, of course not, but what about your holiday?"
Holly took Viktor's hand, "I brought him with me," Holly said with a laugh.
"Hello, Hermy-own-ninny. It is good to see you again."
"Hello, Viktor. I'm glad you came with Holly."
"So am I."
They sat around and talked for a while until it was time for Harry, Holly, and Viktor to go back to the Potter Mansion so that Harry could speak to Ted Tonks about his defense. They took the floo back to the house where Remus and Sirius were waiting for Harry. Their parents were surprised to see Holly and Viktor step out of the fireplace as well.
"Oh, Bambi, we told you not to come home, that we had everything under control," Sirius told his daughter as he hugged her.
"I know, Siri, but did you honestly think I could stay away with Harry in trouble?"
"No, I guess not," Remus said, "Hello, Cub," He said then hugged his daughter.
"Viktor, it's good to see you," Remus said to the young man standing behind Holly.
"It is good to see you as vell, Remus, I hope you do not mind that I came along vith Holly."
"No, of course not, you two can spend the rest of your holiday here if you like," Remus suggested.
"That's what we thought too, Remi, I'm glad it's okay with you," Holly said.
"No, it's fine with us, Bambi, as long as you have fun," Sirius added, "Now, Ted will be here shortly so we can discuss what we're going to do tomorrow. Oh, and Bambi, you need to stay here; only Ted and Harry are going to go since he's his solicitor." Sirius informed Holly.
Holly nodded, "Okay, Siri," She then turned to Harry, "But you come straight home and tell me what happened so I don't worry, okay?"
Harry smiled at his twin, "Okay, Hol."
After that was settled, Viktor took their luggage out of his pocket and resized it. The house-elves took their bags to Holly's room and the guest bedroom down the hall from Holly. Once Holly and Viktor unpacked, they went downstairs to have a snack, then Holly was going to show Viktor the grounds while Harry, Remus, and Sirius talked to Ted.
They walked through the garden and admired all the flowers in bloom. It was a little chilly in England, but the property was surrounded by wards that kept the land at the appropriate temperature so that it felt like a proper summer. After wandering the garden for a while, Holly and Viktor ventured back inside to hear the tail end of the conversation with Ted Tonks.
"You have nothing to worry about, Harry. You're not going to be expelled from Hogwarts. I'm going to do my damnest to make sure that doesn't happen," Ted said.
"Thank you, Mr. Tonks," Harry said. After that, Ted said his goodbyes and floo'd back to his house to prepare for the following day. Once he was gone, Remus had Bobsey serve dinner.
The following day, Harry got up and dressed in his best suit and tie and made his way downstairs to wait for Luna and Ted. Luna arrived first and kissed Harry. Holly and Viktor looked at each other and then at Luna and Harry, "What's this? What happened between you two?"
Harry and Luna blushed, "Luna's my girlfriend now, Holly. I asked her the night the Dementors attacked."
Holly squealed and hugged her brother and Luna, then she smacked Harry, "And you couldn't have put that in the letter?"
"Oh, well, I wanted to tell you in person," Harry said, rubbing the back of his neck.
"I'm so happy for you, Harry, you too, Luna."
"Thank you," They both said, still blushing.
"Congratulations, Harry, Luna," Viktor said, then shook Harry's hand.
A little while later, Ted arrived, and Luna, Harry, and Ted headed out to the Ministry, "I want details about you two going out," Holly shouted before they disappeared in the flames. The last thing that Holly saw was Harry's face turn bright red. She and Viktor laughed then headed to the kitchen for breakfast.
After breakfast, Holly showed Viktor around the house and the rest of the grounds. She wasn't in the mood to do anything else until Harry got home; Holly couldn't concentrate on anything other than her brother's hearing. So Viktor led Holly into the den where they played Wizard's Chess until Harry came home with Luna and Ted.
When the fireplace roared to life, and Harry stepped through, followed by Luna and Ted. Holly and the others were instantly on their feet, "Well, what happened," Sirius asked.
Harry smiled, "I was cleared; I'm not expelled."
Holly squealed and hugged her brother. Harry returned the hug and held onto his sister tightly. Holly then let go of her brother so that Viktor could congratulate him while she hugged Luna and thanked her for helping her brother. While Holly did that, Remus and Sirius thanked Ted for all of his help, "Thank you, Ted, for all of your help," Remus said.
"No thanks, needed, it's my job," Ted said with a smile as he shook Remus and Sirius' hand. And with that, Ted said his goodbyes and went home.
The minute Ted had left, Holly turned and looked at Harry and Luna, who were holding hands. She had a mischievous look on her face, "Okay, love birds, tell me everything."
Harry and Luna looked at each other and blushed.