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[Summary: Everyone always thought Molly and Arthur would stay together; forever. But what if they didn't? How would the youngest Weasley feel? And more importantly, what would drive these two characters to such extremes? In this series, we'll explore why such a loving family could be torn apart; falling unstable and if they'll every regain their once idolized strength. Starts the summer after GoF.]

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An Ideal Family

By: FireSprite

Inner Turmoil: II

The sun peeped out from the rolling hills; dawn was approaching It crept over the grass innocently, hiding the pain it would bring with it's rising. All the Weasleys seemed to stir at about the same time- with the exception of Molly Weasley. She had been awake all night, until the wee hous of the morning, lying under her covers, berating herself for saying everything and anything she had ever uttered to Arthur as she blew her red nose once more with a tissue.

She was stirring fitfully now, tossing and turning; restless, but not daring to wake up. She didn't want to face the morning and all the children asking what was for breakfast and where was their father. She wouldn't be able to tell them.

She supposed Ginny would tell them, that girl knew what to do. It was uncanny how Ginny was like her in so many ways, yet so different. She was stronger than Molly, yet still as tender as her mother, recognizing how to handle each and every situation. Plus, being the lone girl, she would be the only one to cook breakfast and not burn it too. Sighing in her semi-half awake state, Molly buried her face under the covers and fell into a troubled sleep.

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Meanwhile, downstairs, Ginny was already there, hand around a mug of hot chocolate. No matter how warm the house was this morning, she felt extremely cold. Looking down at the mug- one with many small chips and cracks in it, she pushed it away. It slid to the edge of the table, teetering dangerously until silently it fell to the floor and crashed, shattering shards of porcelain everywhere,

Our family used to be strong like this mug once was, Ginny thought as she gathered up the pieces. But after each fight a chip would appear. Last night; a crack was made, and now, this morning, it has been broken into tiny little pieces, spraying the ground. Can it ever be fixed? Will our family ever be whole again?

Hey hey GinGin!' Came the voice of one of the twins, as he bounded downstairs, his heart free. Coming into the kitchen he skidded to a stop and looked at his younger sibling. Ginny saw that it was Fred What's wrong there, tidbit?' he asked, using her old nickname as sat down at the table. Why so blue?'

' she finally said, after a moments silence. Do you want to wake the others?' Her voice was hoarse, as she had already been crying today It's important'

sure' Fred said, unsure as to why they needed to call a family meeting. He stood up and was heading out the door when Ginny called his name. Yes?' He asked, wheeling around.

Ginny looked up from her mug collecting don't wake Mum, k?' She asked, standing up and putting the pieces on the counter. Fred nodded and proceeded to quickly wake everyone up with hushed tones, telling them to dress and head downstairs as fast as they could. Ginny sat down at the table and waited, trying not to cry as she tared at the shards of mug that reminded her of her now broken family.

Soon the kitchen was filled with hushed Weasleys. They all sat around the table waiting for Ginny to speak. She sat silent for a moment, before clearing her throat and looking up.

Dad's gone' She said, quietly He and Mum' She swallowed. Why was this so hard? I know it already happened, and I can't change it. She asked herself. But when looking upon her brothers faces, she knew why. She knew they wouldn't take this lightly. She tried any ways they had a fight, a big one. Dad,' Her lips started to quiver now He isn't coming back' She said, swiping away at the tear that threaten to slide down her cheek.

The whole room was quiet; no one made a single move. They sat there stunned. Sure they knew that their parents had been fighting- more so than usual as of late. But for them to split up? It hadn't even crossed their minds. Nor had they imagined that this would happen.

Are you sure?' Ron finally breathed. Ginny nodded, solemnly.

I was up late last night I couldn't sleep. I heard them talking' She swallowed again I saw him go' With that she put her head down in her arms and started crying big gulping sobs. They were ugly sobs, as Ginny was ashamed that she was acting like a little girl. She had promised herself that she would grow-up this summer, and now; now she was crying.

Percy- who was still living at home, immediately came rushing over to her to try and comfort her. It was no use; Ginny felt as if her whole world had been turned upside down, She was falling; falling through the air with no one to catch her.

I'll go owl the others' George said, suddenly, as he disappeared so fast everyone thought he must have disparated. The others were Bill and Charlie; Charlie was out of the country yet again, studying dragons; and Bill, well Bill was currently deep under London, apparently checking on the vaults that needed emptying in Gringotts.

Ginny hoped they would come, they always made her feel better, telling jokes, doing tricks and just talking it out with her. They were the only ones she could relate to these days. She used to be closest to Ron, but the summer after his first year at Hogwarts, well It seemed as though he had changed. Ginny could never place a finger on what it was, but he made her feel lonely within herself when she tried talking to him about important things. She supposed he just found her an annoying little sister.

Oh well, Ginny inwardly sighed Speaking of Ron She thought, casting a glance around the room, Where is he?

~*~

Ron was indeed missing, deciding to seek refuge out under the warm rays. He sat on the porch, arms resting on his upraised knees. He stared out onto the yard, thinking, his eyes dark and brooding.

He just couldn't believe his parents would actually do this. And to him, too. He sighed, running a hand through his red hair, trying in vain to figure out how he should carry on. His life, his self, it was who he was, it was all he knew Everything revolved around his family. It was what kept him stable in times of need. It was part of his identity. The Weasleys. The red-haired Weasleys. He was a Weasley, it was what made him. And now, without his father around, his mother hiding, how would he act? Think? Talk? Did this change him? Or did he change it? Was this his fault?

There you are' Came a relieved voice from the doorway. I was starting to get worried' Ron looked up and saw Ginny. She was peering around the doorway, looking younger than her fourteen year old self. Her eyes gazed at him, sadness reflected in their toffee brown color. Are you OK?' She queried, raising an eyebrow.

Ron sighed. no I don't know' He said, giving her an apologetic look. She nodded understandably and walked out onto to porch, seating herself next to him.

It's weird, hunh?' She said, quietly Knowing one of us could be out of our lives forever' Ron nodded, staying silent You know,' Ginny continued I never thought it would end this way. I always imagined our parents staying together through the bitter end. I thought maybe one of us would be divorced before our own parents'

They're not divorced!' Ron burst out, feeling angry at Ginny for no real reason. Ginny didn't replied. She bowed her head and played with the edge of her skirt. I'm sorry' Ron said. I- I just' He sighed, and ran his hand through his hair again I don't know what to do Gin I feel like I'm dying inside or something I-'

' Ginny said I understand. All of us do, we're all feeling the same things here. None of us expected this to happen' Ron leaned over a gave Ginny a hug.

I know' He said, stroking her hair. I know.'

~*~

A/N: Ehh I know, I know. This is just a filler chapter though! Don't worry, the real drama (I do mean drama here, folks) is the next two chapters!! So don't be disheartened, okies? Let's see coming up:

The weeks have passed, how has the family handled it so far?;

Bill and Charlie appear Bill's girlfriend also makes a cameo;

The Weasleys' find out some horrible news! What could it possibly be? Watch out for a cliffy!

Please do the right thing; review! It shall make me awfully happy!

I want to thank everyone who DID review the last part (shame on you who didn't! lol) So here goes:

clara200 (Hmm good point about Dumbledore, but really, I don't think he realized the effect this would have on the family and what not), *Altra* (You are totally right on that one, but I still hope to take you guys on a roller coaster ride in the meantime!) w&m_law (*blushes furiously* Shucks, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Can't wait for the next part of WD: III thought!) college girl (I am ever so happy you always review my stuff, you are a fab writer!) Carrie (Thanks! I can't wait to see more work from you though!) mnhb (lol I like your name! And I will, I promise!) Jess (Well, with a pretty please, who can say no?) BoyFlea (Thank you very much! I was trying to go for that type of style, I hope I can do justice to the rest of the piece though) Spazzer (awesome name, btw! Yes, I am quite evil J And I'll be sure to tell everyone! LOL) Sylvia (Where do I get my ideas? Everyone asks me that, and I have no clue, they just come in the middle of the night!) Kelley Belley (I am definitely finishing this series! I'm promising myself that! BTW, thanks for reviewing so much of my stuff!) Erin (Yes, don't worry Harry-Ron-Hermione will all be added soon! I dunno about Ginny being suicidal, she'll just be more or less upset!) Milkyweed (Hehe!! What's your ff.net PenName, chica? I'd like to read some of your stories!) and last but definatly no least CassidyRai (Yes potential is an er awesome word?? Haha, really though, we should start a club hmm how about WRU (Weird Reviewers Unite- There we'll be normal- A dream I have so long sough for!)*Ahem* It's almost Thursday and I see no SFL!!? Where is it? Yes Canada (eh!) does rule, see ya in BTD!)

WHEW! I do tend to ramble, don't I? Cass should know shouldn't you? Sorry sorry, there I go again!