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Hard Choices: Part 8
Harry
Confused and dazed by Cho's show of affection, Harry stumbled back to the buildings. It wasn't good, he still didn't know who to ask out and Cho seemed to be gushing over him. Out of all the evidence shouldn't he be asking her? Harry shook his head, it felt like he was betraying Hermione. ~ But your not going out with her ~ said his mind. ~ Your not even for sure she likes you. Cho likes you for sure. You and Hermione are friends, best friends ~. Then he heard voices; quickly he hid behind a nearby tree. It was Lavender, Hermione and Ron, talking and laughing. Hermione looked so beautiful today, and she did it for him. He never really noticed how her fair brown curls danced around whilst she walked, and how her bright cinnamon eyes sparkled with mischief and brilliance.
The true realization finally dawned on him. He liked Hermione, not Cho. Yes, Cho was pretty and smart but she wasn't Hermione. Hermione, his best friend, was the girl he wanted to ask out. Clearing his throat, he walked from the shadows.
" Hey guys," said Harry. The three jumped up surprised.
" Were not playing hide and seek," grumbled Ron.
" Yeah, can I talk to you Hermione," mumbled Harry. Hermione nodded, quietly shooing away Ron and Lavender. Keeping their opinion to themselves, the Gryffindor couple left Harry and Hermione alone. Harry guided Hermione to the peaceful pond belonging to the Gryffindor students who built the little body water a year ago. Next to the glistening shimmering water grew clumps of reeds and cattails to add to the scenery. " Um…I have to tell you something." Harry gulped down nervous lumps down his throat. The pale moon light danced on Hermione's hazel hair making her more prettier.
" Yeah, Harry?" asked Hermione softly. She gazed deeply into Harry's emerald eyes.
" Um…I like you Hermione!" blurted out Harry. " I've liked you since you helped me against You-Know-Who the first time!" Harry's chest heaved in and out as Hermione looked at him wide eyed.
Hermione
Hermione could barely contain her glee. She hugged him fiercely. Tears of joy sprang into her eyes.
" Oh Harry! I like u too!" she replied happily. Drawing back a little, Hermione looked into his face. " What about Cho? Where were you after dinner you were gone for some time." Harry explained to her about everything, Cho liking him a lot, her kissing him (Hermione gasped) and finally the part where he decided that Hermione was the one he liked most. " Before anything happens and the news spreads around the school like a wild grass fire, you have to tell Cho. It's better if you tell her earlier so she won't be misled."
" Your right Hermione," agreed Harry. " But before I do so…" Harry brought his face close to his and planted a soft kiss on Hermione's lips. Though she was surprised, Hermione kissed him back. " Now I have to tell Cho. Meet you back at the common room." Hermione nodded and gave a swift peck on his cheek. Harry winked and went off to find Cho.
Cho Chang
Humming an old musical tune from the muggle world, Cho plucked off petals of daisies, still daydreaming about Harry. Soft footsteps caused her to stand up straight. It was Harry. Cho stood up quickly.
" Cho, I have to tell you something," said Harry firmly. " Cho, I'm sorry but I'm going to go out with Hermione. We've been friends for almost forever and we belong together. We can still be friends." Cho Chang felt like a ton of solid cement dropped on her head.
" What?" she croaked out. Tears poured down her face. Cho ran to the buildings where she could seek her friend's sympathy.
Harry
Harry sighed. He was sorry that he had hurt Cho Chang but he had to tell her sooner or later. Harry smiled a little at the thought of his Hermione sitting by the fireplace waiting upon his return. With that warm thought in mind, Potter skipped back the Gryffindor section of Hogwarts.
- Ouch! So whats gonna happen to the 2 lovebirds with the presence of Cho in mind? How will Cho Chang react to this? Hehe
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