I Really Do Believe That I Don't Belong Here

Chapter Nine – In the Arms of an Angel

By Lindsey Ann

Author Notes:  This chapter was put up to celebrate the awesome Themis' birthday because Themis rocks. Same for all of you and if you happen to have birthdays coming' up you should say something... I may put one up on your birthday! Just to make the day even better.

Summary:  Ginny Weasley has always been unsure about herself, especially when it comes to the fact that she belongs in Gryffindor. In a long talk with Draco Malfoy, she starts to think he actually does act like a person, and that maybe she belongs in Slytherin with him.

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Draco approached Ginny – who was at her normal table. As she lifted her eyes from the book a big smile curled on her lips. "Draco," she managed to say. She quickly cleared the table. "I'll be leaving if you want." She said as she got up.

Draco shook his head. "No, don't." He took a seat next to her and his grey eyes began to look into her eyes. "Professor Dumbledore wants us," he said. Quickly he slipped his hands into hers.

She almost felt like crying. "Everything is going to be alright then." She grinned. "I don't have to be afraid of never seeing you again." Her hands tightly clasped his.

This must have been how Draco's mother and father felt like while they were in love. Except this would end in a happy way – it would end with Draco and Ginny being together forever. It would end with them being happy.

He broke a silence the two had just looking into the other's eyes. "Virginia, let's go," he said and the two left the library hand-in-hand, quietly as if the hand-holding was just enough for the two.

Some Gryffindors and Slytherins were shocked as they watched the two – like Virginia had bewitched Draco and Draco had bewitched her.

The emotion was real. That was for sure.

And everyone could tell.

Eventually they got to Dumbledore's office – the door opening automatically for them. Inside a serious Dumbledore and Snape stood. They were patiently waiting each standing up straightly – both proud and yet stubborn at the same time.

When they walked in all they heard was Snape mentioning a Sirius Black and how he couldn't work with him. Dumbledore was grinning and replied back, "Just because you two were rivals in school doesn't mean you can't get along."

"Professor Dumbledore?" Ginny asked as she brought up their attention. "Why did you need me?"

Dumbledore gave the bewildered girl a smile and began to mischievously grin, "Because you two need to make a decision together. That's what people like you two do." He continued on, "Trust is a foundation of the thing you two are experience. Where there is trust..." He said.

Before he could finish it Ginny began to recite it with him. "Where there is trust, there is love. Where there is love, there is no need. Where there is no need there is faith. And faith believes in one person or one thing completely."

She was a real true gem. Severus Snape could see why Draco had fallen for her. There was a lot to Ginny that was like Andrea and like his childhood best friend's lover, Grace. Grace, Andrea, and Ginny had one thing in common – they were completely sincere to their heart and brave, strong women.

"Very good, Miss Weasley," Professor Dumbledore commented. "Good indeed. Where did you learn that?"

Ginny cheeks turned a deep red. "Mum told me it – when I was younger so that I would know when I was in love."

"Quite interesting that Molly was when she went here... Best friends with Grace, I believe," Dumbledore said.

This made both Draco and Ginny shocked. How could they not have known that? It made no sense.

"She was," Snape added. "If Grace wasn't with Lucius she was with Molly. Those two were the most unlikely friends you'd ever meet. Cool, calm Molly and adventurous Grace." He smiled.

"So my mum was friends with Draco's mom? And she never told me?" Ginny asked after she had gotten over the initial shock.

"Hmm.... You've never gone through your mother's old Hogwarts stuff haven't you?" Dumbledore asked. Ginny quickly nodded. "You should."

"Now onto more important business," Snape said.

"Yes of course, more important business," Dumbledore said as two leather chairs appeared in front of his desk besides the one that was already there. He motioned for the three to sit down. Ginny and Draco obviously sat by each, and their hands were still tightly clasped. And Snape was on Draco's right. "Miss Weasley, I suppose you wouldn't be bugged by the fact that Mister Malfoy would stay with you, but what about your parents?"

Ginny thought for a moment and then quickly replied (a bit nervously as well), "Dad has always welcomed wizards who are good. And if my mum really was best friends with Draco's mother than I'm sure she'd welcome him."

Draco smiled. It was good that they would allow him to stay there ... or at least they could speculate that he would be able to stay with them. An entire summer at the Weasleys with Ginny.

Snape nodded. Dumbledore continued on, "We'll send an owl soon... We'll probably meet with your parents and talk over the matter. Now onto what else you should know Miss Weasley." Dumbledore looked at Draco, as he expected he should tell her.

"Virginia?" Ginny nodded and felt her heart soar a hundred feet just hearing him speak her name like that. It was so... words couldn't express what it was but it felt good to hear it. "I'll be a spy," he said.

She nodded, but the reality struck her. "A spy? But you'd be endangering yourself! I can't let you do that!" She told him – she felt like crying. What if he died because of her? She would never be able to live without him.

"Yes, you can." Draco said. He mouthed to her, 'Love conquers all, remember?' and she nodded. "You have to."

She nodded and closed her eyes. "How dangerous would it be?"

This was Snape's area. He himself was a spy. "Well, if Draco can play the part the right way, it wouldn't be dangerous at all. In fact just the opposite. He'd be protecting himself and the people involved at the same time." He looked at Ginny. "Don't worry, he'll be okay."

She nodded again and clasped Draco's hand tighter. It was a comfort to know that Draco was there with her and that he always would be. Their story would have a happy ending. She knew it. "I know he will," she said. "I'm just a bit worried."

It was natural for her to now place Draco's life before hers. Was this what true love was? It was, it had to have been. She had faith in Draco – and faith was love – which was trust.

"It's natural to be like that Miss Weasley," Dumbledore said. "I mean I can only speculate that but of course it's normal to be a bit worried."

She was taking all of the information gracefully. She smiled and caught Snape giving off a smile.

"Now we have to talk," Dumbledore said as he motioned the two lovers out of the room. "When your parents come back with word, we'll call you here okay?" Both nodded. "Good."

When the two left Dumbledore smiled. "Its good to see that in times of chaos love still shines through. That's how Voldemort will be defeated."

Snape agreed, "Yeah that's how he will. Love is stronger than chaos."

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Ginny grinned as she felt Draco pull her close. "You're marvelous, you know that?" He said before he led his lips to hers.

"You're better," She managed to say after she pulled from his sweet, soft and inviting lips.

"No you are," he said as he put his arm around her slim waist, grinning a bit. "You know I've been wanting to kiss since the second time I met you at the library."

"Me too," she said. "Ironic how we've only kissed twice and we're soul mates..."

"Who have the rest of our lives together," Draco added.

The two had never been in a better mood.

"Draco?"

"What, Virginia?"

She smirked and once again found her hands slip down into his own. "I love you, you know that?"

He nodded. "Yeah, I kind of guessed. I love you; too, you know that, right?"

She grinned. "Of course I do."

This was not a good time for Ron – Ginny's brother to bump into the two. Who were sappy as ever. "Ginny you're with Malfoy again?" She nodded. Seriously Ron looked at Draco, "Do anything to my sister and you'll be dead before you can experience the pain and torment of death." He threatened before leaving.

The two continued down the hallway. "Virginia," he addressed her. "My mom has to be alive. The Fildelius charm was performed for her, someone is her secret keeper."

Ginny nodded. "So you have a chance of meeting her and who knows maybe mum will tell us a bit about her?" Hope was shining in her eyes like she'd never give up because Draco needed to know – not because she needed it but because Draco needed it.

He nodded. "Yeah, I do." He said with confidence. "Maybe your mom is her secret keeper?"

"If she is, she's really clever; Mum never talks about her old Hogwarts life." Ginny commented. "Except when Ron has friends over and they ask... I guess you have to ask to know some things about my mom." Ginny gave a smile that was almost devilish. "Draco?"

"Yeah?"

She thrusted her body into his. It was a tight embrace and it was almost an interesting experience for the two. The warmth the two experienced was unexplainable. "How come you changed?" She asked.

"I did for you," He told her. "I'm doing everything for you. You're more precious than gold." Draco gave a her a smile.

"No I'm not – You are. I'm just a Merlin-sent guardian angel for you," She said.

"Merlin-sent guardian angel?"

"Yeah, Merlin sent me into this world so you would be okay. So you could be great." She whispered back weakly to him. "Just like you're my guardian angel."

"I'm yours?"

"I would have given up on life a long time ago if it wasn't for you. Your heart gave me hope. You're my angel. I'm safe with you." She said as she lightly cried.

"Don't cry."

"I have to."

"Why?"

"I'm way to happy not to cry. Just hold me forever, okay?" She asked and she pressed her head on his chest.

"I will." Draco said. "I will."

She smiled and she for the first time felt an odd sensation crept throughout her body. Again it was unexplainable. She guessed it was love.

No, she knew it was love.

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Ack! I know I told Themis I'd upload this on midnight, but I can't wait until then. Forgive me Themis! As for some people who have contributed (mainly Themis) to their favorite scenes, thanks! Guess what, check out for this fic on Thanksgiving Day! I'm going to add a chapter to show how thankful I am for all of you guys – so why not give you a new chapter?

Myrtle, It was? Thanks for saying that!

Cashelle, You love this? I'm stunned *is a very stunned*

Gin, never fear for I did not post before because I had *really* bad writer's block right after I wrote about three pages full. I hate that when that happens! Yeah I want to name one of my kids Virginia. And see its like been a day and I posted so that nasty case of writing block is gone! *does a happy dance* Hmm.. Kissing... I'll add some more. You loved this chapter? How? P.S.: Check yer e-mail I mailed ya.

cTk, actually I'm a sort-of Japanese nut. I love manga with romance – big fan of Marmalade Boy – so I knew what that term meant *claps for herself*. Yes, Snape was in love according to this fanfic. Yes, Snape smiled.. I am such a devil aren't I?

Themis, Happy Birthday! Happy Birthday! I know Ginny wasn't in the last chapter.. She was originally in it but dude! I changed it...

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