It's the Saturday, April 6. Harry, Ron, and Hermione are waiting outside the front doors for their carriage. It pulls up.
Snuffles leaps into the carriage. Harry, Ron, and Hermione board the carriage. Dumbledore steps in and the carriage departs.
Dumbledore says, "Harry, things might happen while you're sleeping with Gia. Let me know of anything unusual."
Harry says, "Alright."
The carriage approaches the station.
Dumbledore says, "Enjoy your holiday."
As the train moves along, Malfoy enters the compartment. "Potter! Trying to send more people to their deaths, this mutt included?" Malfoy says as he points toward Snuffles. "At least the Weasley estate will be easy to settle, Nothing!"
At this, Harry, Ron, and Hermione jump up. Snuffles growls very threatening at Malfoy. Then Harry firmly says, "Leave. Leave or we will start a rumor that you're my boyfriend." Hermione and Ron give Harry very shocked looks at this threat. "How will you explain that to your father and Voldemort?"
Malfoy, realizing the threat, withdraws.
Ron slams the door shut and exclaims, "I hate being poor!"
Harry grabs Ron and looks him in the eye. Harry says, "Ron, you are not poor, not where it counts."
Ron says, "Easy to say when you have a vault."
Harry says, "Which I'd trade for my parents."
As the afternoon wore on, the Hogwarts Express pulls into London. They leave Platform 9 3/4.
Linda Granger shouts, "Hermione, over here!"
Hermione runs over and gives her a hug. Harry, Ron, and Snuffles loiter over.
They exit the station, and drive off to Noigate.
Linda Granger says, "Hear about the Jones yet? Those people down the street? They died last week of unknown causes. Their house then collapsed from a 'gas explosion' apparently. Funny, didn't think they even used gas.
"Harry, Gia's been over a number of times. She seems rather taken by you. Nice dog there, what breed is he?"
Snuffles looks at Harry. Harry replies, "Not sure actually, never bother to research it. Must be a noble one as he's very loyal and
As Snuffles looks at Harry, he replies, "Not sure actually. Must be a noble one though. Snuffles is very loyal and well trained. Yeah, Gia seems interested. We've been writing nightly."
Hermione whips, "And suffocating your schoolwork."
Linda says, "Harry, it's about finding a balance. Charles' marks really suffered right after he met me."
Ron says, "Yep, we've figured out a way to help Harry balance it."
Hermione snaps, "I hardly call your suggestion a balance. It's overindulgence!"
Harry says, "Ron's suggestion was great."
Hermione whips, "Oh, I'm sure you love it."
Linda asks, "So, what was the suggestion?"
Hermione says, "Ron proposed even more time!"
Harry says, "In which I get to pay proper attention to Gia while still getting sufficient rest to work on my studies."
Hermione rolls her eyes.
Ron blurts, "We're setting up a commuting arrangement for Harry."
Linda asks, "Commuting?"
Hermione says, "These two convinced the Headmaster into to letting Harry commute daily."
Harry says, "So? You get to see your boyfriend constantly!"
Hermione whips, "Because I fell in love with someone close to me, not some complete stranger on the other end of the country!"
Linda says, "Love is a strange thing."
Ron says, "So Hermione, you just chose me cause I was nearby?"
Hermione says, "No, it's more."
Harry says, "'Mione, why complain? I'll be commuting hundreds of miles each day."
Linda says, "Hundreds of miles? How?"
Ron says, "Portkeys, which make the journey in a matter of seconds."
Harry says, "Which, you'll keep secret of course."
Linda says, "Who'd believe me?"
Hermione asks, "Why did you tell then?"
Harry replies, "If something goes wrong, I need an avenue to return to Hogwarts. Explaining now would make that easier."
Ron says, "Mrs. Granger, don't mind Hermione. She's just jealous."
Hermione whips, "Jealous? Of what?"
Harry says, "I'll be able to sleep with Gia, daily. That's what."
Ron says, "Bit harder to get away with that at Hogwarts."
Hermione snaps, "There's a good reason for that!"
Linda remarks, "Hermione, sounds like these two aren't your friends. Rather, you've adopted them."
Hermione rolls her eyes and says, "Don't remind me."
Harry says, "Thanks Mrs. Granger. That seems to fit better." He then jokes, "Hermione, will you be my sister?"
Ron says, "Umm, I don't need a sister. I've got one already."
"Argh!" says Hermione.
Harry says, "Don't worry Hermione, you'll get plenty of time this holiday with Ron."
Ron says, "Sounds fine by me."
Hermione growls a bit.
Harry says, "So, Mrs. Granger, did you ever consider making Hermione an older sister?"
Linda says, "A number of times, yes. But Charles and I decided we would have been too busy with more than just Hermione."
Ron says, "She needed some siblings. Harry's stepped in."
Hermione buries her face into her hands.
Harry says with glee, "Ron, we're succeeding!"
Linda asks, "Hermione, do these two always harass you like this?"
Hermione says, "Usually they do Mum."
Ron says, "Yet, she chooses to hang out with us cool guys."
Hermione snorts and coughs a bit.
Linda says, "Yet, you choose to invite them over for the holiday Hermione."
Harry says, "We don't always harass her."
Ron says, "Yeah, we're occasionally nice, that way we can get her to assist us with our work."
Hermione snaps, "That about sums it alright."
Harry jokes, "Mrs. Granger, is there a legal procedure to adopt a sister?"
Linda says, "Hermione, see what you've got?"
Hermione says, "Everyday."
Ron loosens his seatbelt and leans forward. He kisses Hermione on the cheek. Ron keeps his smiling face in view of Hermione.
Linda says, "See? With that, the boys should be easy to tame. Oh, no sex in the car."
Hermione says, "Like Ron will ever get that far!"
They pull into the driveway of the Granger house in Noigate. As before, they enter the kitchen. Harry, Ron, and Hermione head up the stairs.
Hermione says, "Same as before."
Harry and Ron take the same bedrooms they used before. Harry sets his trunk into the room. Then he quickly exits the room.
Harry says, "See you two in the morning."
Harry dashes down the hallway and down the stairs. Snuffles can barely keep up. Harry rounds into the living room. Gia is waiting.
"Gia!" exclaims Harry, grinning broadly.
Harry and Gia embrace, kissing. They fall over the back edge of an adjacent sofa and lay down. They snog. Snuffles sits a short distance away and watches.
Linda says, "Glad to see you two are catching up. You're all she talks about Harry. Charles is due any moment, so we can all go out for dinner."
Harry and Gia continue snogging.
Linda shouts upstairs, "Hermione!"
Hermione appears at the balcony.
Linda says, "Honey, when Dad gets home, we're all going out to dinner."
A short while later, Ron and Hermione come downstairs and enter the living room.
Ron says, "Wonder how long they'll keep that up? Can we beat them?"
Hermione glares at Ron.
Charles Granger enters the house. He notices Harry and Gia.
Charles says, "At least somebody is enjoying their holiday. Are we going somewhere?"
Linda says, "Yes Dear. We're taking the kids to dinner."
Hermione protests, "Kids!? We're not kids."
Charles says, "Whatever princess, we mean the four of you."
Linda says, "As soon as your friends are done..."
Ron grabs Harry and says, "Come on Harry!"
The six of them exit the Granger house and walk along.
Gia asks, "Harry, what's with the dog?"
Harry replies, "Oh, forgot to introduce him. Snuffles, this is Gia. Gia, this is Snuffles."
Gia gives Snuffles a pat on the head.
Gia says, "So, you have a dog as well as an owl. Suppose there are others."
Harry says, "Hedwig is my owl. Snuffles very loyal. There are no other animals."
Linda says, "Crookshanks seems to have taken a liking to Snuffles."
Hermione says, "Yes Mum. They met during my third year. Seem to like each other."
Charles says, "Odd matching."
Ron says, "Like your daughter's choice in friends."
Hermione whips, "That's an understatement."
Harry replies, "That's as good of an explanation as I can come up with."
They arrive at a Chinese restaurant.
Harry says to Snuffles, "You'll need to wait outside."
The group enters the restaurant and are quickly seated at a table. Ron looks about in wonder.
The waiter asks, "Ready to order?"
Harry orders Mongolian Beef. Ron orders the same as Harry. Hermione gets a vegetarian soup and salad. Gia orders Almond Chicken. Linda and Charles Granger order the Sweet and Sour Pork.
Linda asks, "So, how's school been?"
Hermione describes the last Hogwarts visit.
Linda says, "Sounds dangerous."
Harry says, "Let's not spoil dinner with that."
The waiter approaches and sets down their food.
Harry picks up his chopsticks and starts eating.
Ron says, "Dunno how to use these." Ron instead picks up a fork.
Harry says, "They take practice. Dursleys occasionally gave me chopsticks instead of silverware. Their idea of a cruel joke."
Gia says, "Look at the bright side, you know how to use them."
After a bit more talking, they finish their dinners.
Gia gets up and heads to the ladies room. Hermione follows.
The waiter asks, "Are you finished?"
Harry says, "Could you dogie bag it?"
"Certainly." says the waiter.
In the ladies room, Hermione asks, "Gia, do you love Harry?"
Gia replies, "Yes. Though I get that feeling he's hiding things."
"Oh, he probably is. I mean, he's not going to spill everything at once. Be supportive."
"But since he's hiding things...."
"His love for you is genuine, he's being honest. With Harry, it's more likely that he just hasn't told you. Did he tell you about the scar?"
"Car Crash, right?"
"That Dursley lie!? It's much worse than that. He'll explain when he's ready."
"What could be worse than losing his parents?"
"It's in the how. Give him a chance and support him."
"When will he?"
"Circumstances are pressuring him. Tonight most likely. Once he explains, you'll understand. Anyways, we"re arranging security for you."
"Security? I'm fifteen!"
"They're after Harry, not you. He does love you, that much I can easily see."
"You can? Has he said much to you?"
"No. Harry would be able to get any girl at school if he wanted to, but he's holding out for you. Harry loves you."
"Any girl?"
"Yes, just about any. I once had a crush on him. You're the first he's really taken to."
"But if he's holding out...."
"Some things are best explained in person, not via owl post. Let's get back before they get suspicious." says Hermione.
Everyone gets up to leave. Linda, Charles, Gia, and Ron start exiting. Hermione pulls Harry aside.
"Yes?" asks Harry.
"Tell Gia tonight!" says Hermione.
"Huh?"
"Explain You-Know-Who, security, and you to Gia tonight." says Hermione.
"It's my relationship." says Harry.
"Yes, don't screw it up. If you want to keep it, you need to explain tonight." says Hermione.
They finish exiting the restaurant.
Snuffles comes eagerly over to Harry. Harry hands Snuffles the dogie bag. Snuffles woofs it down, except for the red capers
Harry says to Ron and Hermione, "See you two in the morning."
Harry, Gia, and Snuffles head for the Prescott residence. They walk along holding hands.
Harry points and says, "A shooting star! Make a wish."
They take the unlit path across the park. From the shadows, a dark figure jumps out and points a gun at them.
The figure demands, "Gimme your money!"
Harry grabs his wand and shouts, "Expelliarmus!"
The gun goes flying into a nearby creek. The would-be mugger runs off.
Startled, Gia says, "Harry, you're dangerous when you want to be." She kisses him.
Harry suggests, "Let's continue."
Snuffles tags along a bit behind.
They reach the Prescott house and enter via the back door into the kitchen. Kevin Prescott is waiting.
Kevin says to Harry, "We need to talk about my daughter."
Gia says, "Don't crucify him Dad. He just thwarted a mugging several minutes ago."
Kevin says, "Did he? Well, I still need to talk with him."
Harry follows Kevin into the living room. They sit on several chairs. Snuffles and Gia watch from a discrete distance.
Harry starts by says, "Mr. Prescott, I do love your daughter, Gia."
Kevin says, "I do consider your action with the mugger as a show of good intentions. I still must warn you. Gia is the most precious thing in my life. Do not injure her and don't be a fool that takes unfair advantage of her."
Harry swallows and says, "Understood."
Kevin thinks a moment and says, "Don't worry. I got the same lecture when I first started dating Gia's mother."
Harry grins. Snuffles moves in and nuzzles Harry a bit. Kevin chuckles.
Kevin asks, "Is he yours?"
Harry replies, "Yep. Snuffles is highly protective and will be guarding Gia when I'm at school. He's well trained."
Kevin is amused. He says, "Guarding her?"
Harry replies, "So I don't have to worry about it. Umm... my Headmaster has consented to an arrangement. I'm permitted to commute to school, spend the night with Gia."
Gia sits next to Harry. She says, "Dad, we'll behave ourselves."
Kevin asks, "Commuting and spending the night with her?"
Gia says, "Harry's done it before. I've had other friends over."
Kevin says, "Those others aren't your boyfriend."
Harry says, "I swear I won't take unfair advantage of her."
Gia says, "What about those letters?"
Harry replies, "A bit irrelevant if I see you daily. But, I can still write some."
Kevin says, "Well, suppose it'd be foolish to stop you Gia."
Gia says, "It would Dad, unless you're just trying to feel younger."
Kevin rolls his eyes. He says, "Teenagers."
Gia gives Kevin a quick kiss on the cheek. Harry and Gia head up the stairs.
They enter Gia's bedroom.
Gia says, "Sorry about that its Dad."
Harry replies, "That's okay. I understand his concern. You are a gem."
Harry notices a pile of old news clippings. One title of a small one catches his eye, it's from five years earlier.
=== ARTICLE ===Yesterday, a 26 foot boa constrictor escaped from the London Zoo. Everyone is urged to keep a look out for it and notify authorities if they see it.
A boy, his parents, and a friend were in the reptile house when the boa constrictor escapes frightened the boys, who fell into the exhibit out of fright. Zoo authorities assured that although nobody was injured, they are embarrassed over this incident due to the panic it caused everyone.
After a brief meeting and tea with the Zookeepers, the party in question left the zoo. While still shocked, they were unharmed.
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Harry chuckles and mutters "Wonder if the snake ever made it? Hermione and Ron will want to read this."
Gia looks a bit puzzled. Gia says, "It was Hermione that pointed it out in the first place."
Harry says, "I'm the culprit." Harry describes the story from his perspective.
Gia says, "It was you? Impressive. Suppose the weird stuff must lend itself to some great stories." She kisses him.
Snuffles is still sitting by the open door watching, a look of amazement is on his face.
Harry says, "Snuffles, see you in the morning." He closes the door.
"It's you? I'm impressed. This weird stuff must give you some great stories." she says, kissing him. Snuffles, sitting in the open door way, looks up in amazement as he hadn't heard this story before.
Harry, noticing this, closes the door, while saying, "Snuffles, we want a bit of privacy, see you in the morning."
Harry and I undress a bit for bed. I sit onto the bed. Harry, is in his T-shirt and briefs. He turns to me.
He says, "Gia, I love you and I want to keep you. There are things I need to explain tonight."
Sweet, he wants me!
"Sit." I suggest. I tug gently on his briefs. He sits, kneels in front of me.
Harry looks into my eyes. He says, "It starts with my parents and my scar." He trembles a bit, so I grab his shoulder.
Harry continues, "They were murdered, my mother in view of me. He then tried to kill me, the scar is a reminder of that."
"Here." I suggest. I gently make him roll over onto me with my arms wrapped around him.
Harry says, "Like normal people, there are bad wizards. We refer to them as Dark Wizards because they practice Dark Arts. While I value you, they value power and greed."
I rub his shoulders a bit. I say, "So, one of these Dark Wizards..."
He replies, "Murdered my parents and tried to kill me. The particular Dark Wizard is the worst in a century. He's called Voldemort."
I ask, "He tried to kill you? Yet he didn't?"
He replies, "He couldn't, I don't really know why. Dumbledore speculated that it was my mother sacrifice that protected me."
I ask, "He couldn't? What did he use?"
"The Killing Curse. I'm the only known person to survive it."
"I didn't realize how special you were."
"Good."
"Good?"
"Yeah, then I know you love me rather then my story." Harry tugs a bit my hand and kisses it.
I shed his T-shirt and rub his chest.
I ask, "So, Snuffles will guard me?"
"Yeah. At school, the teachers felt compelled to have a meeting about this. Oh, they were nice about it, but its still humiliating." he says.
I continue to rub his chest and muscles. The muscles quiver before they relax.
I say, "You did this for me?"
He replies, "Yeah, suppose I did. Anyways, Voldemort is still after me, so Snuffles will improve your security. Also, you heard the arrangement I told your Dad about, right?"
I reply, "Commuting? Yes, sounds great."
"There are some details about that can wait until morning. Snuffles will be following you around though."
"As long as he stays out of the bedroom."
He replies, "Unless there's serious danger, he will."
"Nice of you to entrust your dog to me."
"Snuffles can definitely take care of himself when he needs to."
I say, "Funny, Hermione was such a social outcast. Yet, she finds you."
He jokes, "Don't forget to thank her." He pulls the covers over us.
I say, "I've mentioned Hermione at school. Some interesting reactions, that's for certain."
He asks inquisitively, "What'd you tell? Reactions?"
"That Hermione found me a boyfriend. Everyone thinks its some sort of joke of mine. The closer friends believe me. They want to meet my boyfriend."
He says, "Well, we'll get a chance to oblige at some point. Comfortable?"
"Of course, I've got you on top of me."
We finally dozed off.
About three in the morning, were awaken very quickly.
Doesn't seem possible, but Snuffles must have used the door knob. Snuffles is on top of the bed shaking us awake. The covers had been already pulled off. Snuffles is nudging Harry fiercely.
Harry realizes something was wrong. He gets up quickly. He grabs his wand and jacket. He exits the bedroom. I follow suit with a jumper. We sneak out the back and creep around the house.
Harry looks sexy with the wand where it is, held in front near the bulge of his underwear.
We creep near to the front of the house. He motions for me stay here. I see a dark hooded figure approaching, maybe a teenager. The figure goes up to the Johnsons' house across the street. Harry seems to recognize him. Then, the figure takes out a wand! This must be one of those Dark Wizards Harry mentioned.
That Dark Wizard points his wand at the door. Light erupts from Harry's wand and hits the Dark Wizard in the back. The dark wizard falls and seems to be unconscious.
Snuffles seems to talk to Harry. Harry raises his wand. Moments later, a man appears out of thin air! I don't know who this man person is, but he has balding red hair. Is he related to Ron? The man seems to recognize Harry. The man drags the Dark Wizard and vanishes as quickly as he appeared. Harry and Snuffles rush back to me. Bob Johnson sees us and approaches.
Bob asks, "Gia, what are you two doing? It's very early. Does your father know about this?"
Harry motions at Bob. Bob hides behind the bushes with us and is quiet. Two more hooded figures approach. They seem to be chatting. Harry seems to recognize at least one of them.
"Must be proud." says one.
The other taller one, replies, "Yes, his first Muggle killing. His mother will be so proud."
"Do you think he'll go through with it? The first one is the hardest for them. Even without a nearby interference." They must be unaware of Harry.
"Maybe, depends on how much of a sissy he is. Can't stand up to Potter properly."
"Know he will, ah, here's the house." The two stroll toward the Johnson's house.
"See what I mean?" says the tall one as they look at the footprints, "Gets to the house and chickens out. Needs some more 'lessons'."
"No sign either, must have. Let's go." With that, the two hooded figures leave the area.
Bob turns to us and Harry. Harry whispers to Bob, "You were about to be murdered. We stopped the person earlier. He's in custody right now."
Bob stares at him, in disbelief.
Harry adds, "It's best if you ignore the 'weird' parts of tonight, you'll be saner by doing it."
Bob seems to think better of asking. He just looks at Harry, then turns to me.
Bob says, "A noble prince, protecting us in his underwear. Must be your boyfriend."
I giggle and nod.
Bob says, "Good catch. Get back to bed before your father wakes up Gia."
Bob leaves and goes back to his house.
I kiss Harry. We would have snogged if Snuffles wasn't interfering. We creep back to my bedroom. Again, Harry closes the door with Snuffles out of the room. Harry seems to think that Snuffles can understand our conversations.
It's about four and we crawl back into bed.
"Were those Dark Wizards?" I ask.
Harry replies, "Yeah. Our relationship almost doesn't matter with them. You'd be in nearly as much danger."
It's early morning, and he's still worrying about security? Then again, after seeing that tonight, I can understand why.
If only we could get a full night of sleep. About five, I'm awakened by a phone ringing. Harry stirs. I realize it's coming from Harry's jacket. I'm closer so I grab the cell phone and hand it to Harry. I give him a bit of a shove to wake him.
Harry is groggy when he answers. He says, "Hel.. Hello?"
I ask, "Who is it?"
He replies, "Hermione. Ron's mum called them and was worried about me, again."
I ask, "Sounds a bit nosy."
Harry says into the phone, "Hermione, we're fine. ... I'll explain later. ... No, its nothing serious, I'm trying to sleep. ... Snuffles okay. ... Tell Ron to paint 'em. ... Bye." Harry turns off the phone and tosses it onto the floor.
I say, "It's five in the morning, why worry?"
He replies, "Blimey! They really can get over protective."
I say, "We're in agreement there."
I should have read the fine print, though. Grab Harry, get the other two. Not that I mind, in fact, it still seems like a bargain.
Meanwhile, at the Granger residence.
"RON, RON!" I hear as I'm being shaken awake.
"I'm sleeping!" I reply.
I peep my eyes open. There in front of me are Hermione's naked boobs. She must be distracted because she doesn't seem to notice. Harry would notice my shades of pink. Hermione seems really concerned though. I linger for a moment.
She says, "Ron, get up."
I asks, "What's up?"
Hermione says, "Harry!! Your Mum is calling for you. She's very worrying over something and wants to talk to us."
I say, "Okay."
I toss her my Chudley Canons T-shirt. She blushes when she realizes her boobs are naked and that I've now seen them. The merest thought of George teasing me about a topless Hermione... Mum would tell. We rush down to the fireplace.
"Ron" Mum says, "Is Harry safe? Dad went out on an emergency an hour ago. Says everything is now fine. He mentioned something about Harry and Death Eaters."
Hermione and I become very worried. I don't know what to say.
Hermione says, "We know how to reach him. We'll check, then let you know as fast as we can."
"Thanks, please be quick." says Mum. Mum's face vanishes from the fireplace.
Hermione then picks up the phone. She punches in a number.
She says, "Luckily, I lent the mobile phone to Harry."
I say, "Good thinking."
She says, "Harry, Harry. What's up. Ron's mum said something about Mr. Weasley, Death Eaters and you. She's really worried. ... Is everything okay? Are you alright? Gia? ... What happened? Did the Death Eaters attack you? ... Are you sure? Should we come over? You come here perhaps? ... Is Snuffles alright, does he agree with you? ... Do you realize the fuss that you're causing? Ron even saw my boobs because of this! ... Aargh!!"
She turns her very red face to me. She says, "Do you know what he suggested? 'Tell Ron to paint em'! He's fine by the way."
I reply "It'd capture their beauty."
She storms out. I call Mum and assure her Harry is fine. I go to Hermione's room and enter.
"Get out Prat!" she tells me quietly.
I say, "You're beautiful, Hermione."
Her eyes are flashing, wrong words.
I try again and say, "Sensitive, caring, intelligent, and special."
Quickly, I try to think about how can I get away with this.
I say, "Your breasts are beautiful. They're part of your beauty. Your face's part of your beauty. Your heart's a part of your beauty. Your friendship's a part of your beauty. Every part of you is a part of your beauty."
She's softening a bit. She looks at me. However, drastic action still is called for.
I ask, "Am I handsome? cute?"
She says, "Yes",
She didn't expect this, did she?
I drop my underwear and ask, "Are my privates handsome? pretty? cute? interesting? ... Get my point?"
She says, "How dare you!"
I reply, "Do you like them?"
She says, "Yes."
I pull my underwear back up. I kiss her. Then, I head back to my room to sleep.
