The next morning Ron and Harry awake. Harry is on top of Ron. Harry's head is on Ron's chest.
Harry stirs and asks, "Gia? ... Ron, you're here?"
Ron replies, "Harry, Gia is with Hermione. Remember last night at all?"
Harry complains, "Ohh, my head. Vaguely, went to a nightclub. Came back here, why do I remember a snake?"
Ron says, "So far, so good."
Harry says, "Played with Gia in bed. Blimey, did I fuck her? Why are you here?"
Ron replies, "You were super drunk. I didn't let you sleep with Gia. You though I was Gia. You did try to fuck me and you fell asleep after your orgasm."
Harry's eyes go very wide. He looks into Ron's eyes. He says, "I'm so very sorry."
Ron says, "You can't get me pregnant. Gia would have been harmed. Forget about it."
"What? I got to apologize."
"You don't have to. Forget it Harry."
"Thanks Ron, I owe you."
"Harry, I don't keep score."
Harry smiles and gets up. He grabs his underwear from yesterday. He smells them.
Harry says, "Hope I have some clean ones, these seem to reek."
"You peed over everything on the way back. Your underwear was dripping."
"I don't want to know. Where are my pants?"
"Snuffles still has them I think. You didn't need them."
"What's with the snake and a killer whale?"
"Junior Death Eaters attacked Dudley with a snake. We stopped it."
"Dudley? What's he go to do with anything? He's at Smeltings remember?"
"Which isn't too far from the Flaming Blue. He was there."
Hermione enters the room in a tank top and underwear.
She says, "Glad to see that you two are up. Have a fun night?"
Ron protests, "Hermione, we're not wearing anything!"
Hermione says, "Harry, finding any clean underwear? Those soggy ones didn't leave much to the imagination."
She hands underwear and a T-shirt to Ron. She says, "Figured you might need these Ron."
Ron says, "Thanks."
Ron grabs her and pulls her onto the bed.
"Ack!" she says.
"Gotta have a bit of fun. Won't suggest flashing your breasts at Harry."
"You prat!" she says, "How was Charlotte?"
She could see that I was in a bit of a bind.
After some quick thinking, I reply. "Okay, she'd make a nice friend if I saw her again."
Seeing the look of Hermione's, I add, "Hermione, it should be fine for me to talk and be friendly to other people even if they happen to be girls. It doesn't distract me from you."
She says, "Then you don't mind if I do this."
Harry, still naked, looks at Hermione. Hermione removes her tank top and lets Harry see her naked boobs. Harry gets horny. She says to Ron, "Don't mind, do you Ron?"
Ron says, "With Harry, no. As you can see, he does find you attractive. His passions are with Gia."
Hermione asks, "Are you certain?"
Ron says, "From what I experienced last night, Harry loves Gia. I also trust you and know that you won't be distracted. You find Harry attractive, cute, and handsome. However, I'm the center of your passions."
Ron smiles at her. Hermione seems to agree.
Harry is surprised. He manages to get dressed quickly.
Ron puts on the underwear and T-shirt. He opens the door. Hermione and Ron exit. Snuffles dashes into the room with Harry's pants from last night. Harry closes the door.
Hermione and Ron enter Ron's guest bedroom. Ron closes the door.
Ron says, "I will meet other pretty girls from time to time. Don't worry about it, you are my heart."
Hermione says, "How can I be sure?"
Ron says, "We care for each other deeply. We care for and protect each other. We're the best of friends. We make up after a fight. When we're separated, we miss each other. We're best friends to Harry and now Gia. I know you are the right one for me."
Hermione hugs Ron a bit.
Ron says, "I do not own you. You allow me to be in your presence. Same for me to you. I love you and I want us to stay loyal forever."
Hermione looks at several pairs of pants on the bed. She picks up a pair and hands them to Ron. Ron puts them on.
Hermione says, "Gia mentioned something about a snake."
Ron says, "Yeah. Some Junior Death Eaters tried to make fun of Dudley. They conjured up a mamba snake to attack Dudley. Harry and I managed the snake. We scared them a bit."
"Who were these people?"
"Macnair Jr. and Brooks Jr, they're going to Durmstrang. I didn't realize you lived so close to Smeltings."
"Funny, so you two save his pathetic cousin?"
"Yes. Dudley didn't seem grateful, although we escorted him back to Smeltings."
"After that?"
"By then Harry's intoxication caught up with him. I hope that pee trail dries up before the police see it. They could track us to here."
"That bad? Funny."
"Gia put a stop to his drinks by making Harry leave. Apparently Harry started levitating the drinks to him. Several Muggles left under the impression that they were drunk themselves."
"A drunk Harry, with his magic, that's very dangerous."
"Yes, that's why I didn't let Gia sleep with him. He would have ruined the relationship."
"Bet Harry was a bit surprised this morning."
Ron says, "That's for sure. Let's get some breakfast. I'm starving."
Ron hands her a shirt and pants. She realizes she needs dressing and puts on the clothes.
They exit the room and head downstairs.
Sirius is cooking breakfast for us, flapjacks. Harry is preoccupied with Gia in the living room. Hermione sits down at the table and begins reading some book. Ron approaches Sirius.
Ron says, "Sirius."
"What Ron?"
"Thanks. There have been many times where you could've stopped us but didn't."
Sirius says, "When I tag along, I use a different standard. I'll growl when you're being naughty. However, I won't interfere unless it is dangerous."
Ron says, "Thanks."
Sirius says, "You and Harry handled that snake pretty well. The shear size of Harry's cousin. I see why he needs that diet."
Ron replies, "One push and he'll keep rolling."
Sirius chuckles. He then says, "Ron, I'm glad that Harry has a friend like you. Whatever else may happen, you two will cherish your friendship. I certainly cherish James'."
Ron asks, "Great, can you teach us to become Animagus?"
Sirius says, "No, I will not teach. When you're ready to transform, I'll help."
Ron pleads a bit, "Please? Harry would like to."
Sirius says, "You must learn the basics yourself. I give you the name of a good book to start with. Don't expect it to be quick. It takes some time and there are more important things to worry about this holiday."
Sirius flips the flapjacks.
Ron says, "Yeah, still getting the book first would be useful."
Sirius changes the subject and asks, "Enjoying Hermione? Love her?"
Ron replies, "Yes and Yes. I want her for the rest of my life."
Hermione darts Ron a funny look.
Sirius says, "Good. Well, the flapjacks are done."
Sirius brings the flapjacks and other dishes to the dining table. Sirius watches in amazement as the flapjacks were devoured in about a minute.
Hermione then notices what she ate. She says, "Argh. I'm supposed to be vegetarian."
Sirius says, "Hermione, you're not supposed to be anything. Besides, they were vegetarian flapjacks. No eggs and no milk."
Hermione is relieved. Ron isn't.
Ron exclaims, "Vegetarian flapjacks?"
Sirius says, "Yes. Try that bacon."
Ron and Harry split the bacon strips from a plate.
Sirius cleans up and the teens move over to the cluttered kitchen table. Hermione continues reading her book. Ron works on the Herbology essay.
Harry gets out his Monster Book of Monsters. He lets it attempt a bite at Gia.
Gia exclaims, "What the?"
Ron sees this and says, "Oh, that's Hagrid's favorite book."
Harry says, "For our Care of Magical Creatures class. The book bites unless..." Harry runs his finger down the spine, the book falls open.
Gia chuckles and says, "That'd be useful for my locker at school. Keep people from snooping."
Ron says, "It'd eat all your other books. Try explaining a biting book to your Headmaster."
They continue with their essays. Harry writes out a nice short one for Hagrid. Harry finishes the essay about one.
Harry says, "I've got an errand to run. Gia, I'll be back in several hours. Hermione, I'll use your fireplace."
Harry fondles Gia a bit. He runs his fingers all over Gia's fingers. He kisses her. Harry grabs his backpack and gets up.
Ron says, "Harry, I'm coming too."
Ron grabs his backpack and accompanies Harry to the fireplace. They step into it. They shout "Leaky Cauldron!" They vanish.
Gia says, "What the?"
Hermione says, "Floo Network. They're headed for Diagon Alley, a shopping mall for Wizards."
Gia asks, "Couldn't I come?"
"Not without adding hours to the errand. You can't travel on the Floo Network because you're a Muggle."
"Dang. Can't you find a way?"
"Not that I'm aware of."
"So, you saw Harry naked this morning? I haven't even seen that yet."
"Unintentionally, yes. Now that I've seen him naked, he'll probably feel compelled to show you."
"I'm not going to force him."
"No, but Ron and Harry will probably want to synchronize with us. You know, take similar steps around the same time."
"Why?"
"It's them. They seem to like sharing. If one gets too far ahead, they'll feel like they've left the other behind."
"Did you show Harry your naked boobs?"
"I was teasing Ron, but yes. Seems like I've committed you."
"Was he attracted by them?"
"A bit, yes. To Harry and Ron, we're both attractive. So, they get a bit horny if either of us are naked. Harry's passions lie with you. Ron said Harry demonstrated that last night."
"What happened?"
"Being super drunk, Harry mistook Ron for you. He thought he was fucking you."
"Uh, that would have been a bit early for me."
"Ron knew that so he bore Harry's urges to spare your relationship."
"I'll have to thank him. Interesting duo you found."
"They are good friends and good collaborators. So, be careful."
"Collaborators? How?"
Hermione says, "Dunno how they do it. I mean, an opportunity suddenly arises and they respond in a coordinated fashion. They like, think the same."
Gia says, "So, how serious is Harry? Like, this wonderful boyfriend pops into my life. I occasionally need to pinch myself."
"Gia, I think he's very serious. He doesn't yet realize it, but he is."
"Since he's a Wizard, could he be doing something?"
"Is he capable, yes. Would he, no. Did he mention the real story behind his scar?"
"Yes, the attempted murder."
"Harry is very well known because of it. I can grab books and articles out of the library if you want to read about him."
"Articles? Books? At our age?"
"Yes. Every witch knows his story. If he were date a witch, he would not know if the love is genuine. He knows that you fell in love with him, not his story."
"So, some love trick would..."
"Would leave him questioning the authenticity of the love. To Harry, it's very important that love be true. If he wanted false love, there's plenty already for the taking."
"So if I were a witch like you..."
"He would not take because he would not be certain."
"Funny. It almost seems he wants me ignorant."
"No, he liked you because you had no preconceptions about him. As a Muggle, you don't know his story."
"You and Ron?"
"Same thing actually. Ron is an ordinary wizard though, so it's not like I had a story to fight."
"Are you attracted by Harry?"
"A bit. I once had a crush on him and his story. I now want Ron. Let's agree not to fight over them."
Gia says, "Sure."
Harry and Ron emerge into the Leaky Cauldron. They dash for the back courtyard. Harry taps on the bricks and the passage opens. They enter the Diagon Alley.
They replenish their parchment and ink supplies from the stationary shop. This store is cheaper than the Hogwarts student store.
They walk along. They see the new Dark Arts shop, Fun and Power. A book called Curses in Six Easy Steps is displayed.
They enter enter Flourish and Blott's bookshop.
Ron asks, "Take it there's something you want. I'm looking for a book too."
Harry replies, "Yes, but I won't know it until I see it."
Ron scans for a while. After an hour, Harry emerges with The Romantic Wizard and Useful Storage. Ron sees these.
Ron says, "I'm getting Zoology: A Boring Guide and Apparation Theory."
They head to the clerk to pay.
The clerk sees Apparation Theory and asks, "Aren't you a bit young for this?"
Ron replies, "It's for my seventh year brothers. Somehow, they managed to destroy their copies."
The clerk proceeds with the checkout. Ron pays.
Harry places his books down. The clerk rings up the purchases. Harry pays.
The clerk says, "Thank you. Good luck with her."
They walk over to Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream Parlor and order a couple of sundaes. Harry starts reading his The Romantic Wizard.
Ron says, "Guess you really are serious."
Harry says, "Yes, this has a couple of ideas to spice things up. Didn't realize that you were interested in that subject."
Ron says, "A recommendation, I'll read the book later."
Harry scans the book. He exclaims, "Bingo! Quite useful, let you read it later." Harry closes his book and puts it into his pack.
They finish the ice cream and get up.
Ron asks, "Where to next?"
Harry says, "Someplace else. Follow."
They head back into Leaky Cauldron and dash for the other door.
Before they can reach it, Ton the barkeeper spots them. He says, "Nice of you to stop by Mr. Potter and Mr. Weasley." Everybody turns to them.
Harry waves back and replies, "Nice afternoon Tom." They exit to the disappointments of the patrons who wanted Harry to stay.
Ron asks, "Where to? Need I ask?"
Harry replies, "Jewelers actually. I want something for Gia."
They walk for what about a mile and find a decent small jewelers shop. They enter.
The proprietor asks, "May I help you? Name is Terrance Smith."
Harry says, "Mr. Smith, I'm looking for a ring for a girlfriend. Something simple."
Smith says, "Well, we have an assortment of rings for your lucky lady. First, you'll need the size of her finger."
Smith hands Harry a sizing grid.
Harry says, "I played with her finger earlier to get a good estimate."
Smith says, "We have a one year guarantee plus a lifetime warranty. This allows you to surprise her and exchange if the size isn't quite right."
Harry says, "This will take a while."
Smith returns to a project on his desk.
Harry turns to Ron. Harry's back is toward Smith. Harry exposes his wand tip and produces a replica of Gia's ring finger. Progressively, Harry checks each size. They settle on a couple of good candidates.
Harry tries his own finger. He says, "Well, gotta know what tolerance is comfortable."
Ron studies this and says, "Certainly."
Smith overhears this and says, "Sirs, you want the fit to be snug. Rings loosen up a bit once you put them on. Anything looser will slip off."
Ron says, "Thanks."
Harry proceeds with the finger replica and settles on a size. Harry secures his wand.
Harry whispers, "Don't worry, that book says so long as it's close, it'll fit. Hey, why not size up your finger?"
Ron says, "Sure." His finger is getting tangled as he tries them. Finally, he settles on a snug one.
Harry steps back to the counter with the sizing grid. He places the grid onto the counter. Harry says, "Mr. Smith, size T is the closest, so what's a good selection?"
Mr. Smith asks, "Ahh, anxious are we?" He reminisces, "I still remember my youth, I had the hots for the misses."
Ron asks, "Do you still have the hots?"
Mr. Smith says, "You said you wanted a girlfriend ring. I assume you're want to show deep interest but not force a commitment."
Harry says, "Yes. I don't want it easy to misplace or lose. A ring seems best."
Smith asks, "Did you think about a bracelet?"
Harry says, "No. A bracelet seems a bit too flashy. A ring seems better."
Smith says, "I understand. Let's see, while I have a wide selection of rings, these over here might be to your liking."
Smith motions them over to a selection of rings of various makes and models.
Smith asks, "What's her hair color? Eyes? Skin?"
Harry says, "Blond hair, blue eyes, light skin."
Smith says, "Nice. So, first we need to select the metal of the ring. We carry many types. Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Platinum are the main ones. I'd suggest the Gold. Silver and Platinum would stand out, and the Bronze looks a bit cheap. Of course, my quality is very good."
Harry thinks for a moment. "Gold" he says.
Mr Smith lets Harry handle a couple of these. Harry scrutinizes them.
Smith says, "That's 20 carat. Quite fine."
One catches Harry's eye. He picks it up and marvels at it's whitish gold color.
Smith says, "Pure gold makes for poor rings, thus there is always another metal present. That one is 18 caret with the other metal being Platinum."
"This looks to be size T." says Harry.
Smith says, "Yes it is. I can add an engraving should you wish to."
Harry asks Ron, "What do you think Ron?"
Ron says, "Quite nice. Going to add your names or something?"
Smith says, "That's an occasional request. Names are usually the wisest choice. Should it ever become a problem, engravings can be altered or effectively removed."
Harry says, "I like it and I'll take it." He scribbles down, Gia and Harry. He asks, "Can you engrave this?"
Smith says, "Certainly, takes a couple of minutes."
Smith walks over to a machine. Harry and Ron watch him engrave the ring. Several minutes later, Smith walks back over. Harry inspects the engraving.
Smith says, "You'll want a case. Let's see, blue eyes and yours are green. So how about a turquoise case?"
Smith pulls out a green case, a blue case, and the turquoise case. He says, "I've got other colors as well."
Harry studies for a moment. He says, "Blue seems a bit better. Reminds me of her eyes."
Ron asks, "Are you sure? Mum usually thinks you look better in green."
Smith asks, "Is she going to see the case?"
Harry says, "Likely."
Smith says, "Might I suggest the green case, it'll match with what she sees."
Harry likes this. He says, "Okay, green it is."
Smith says, "Alright, now if you're happy with that, the total will come to seventy five pounds."
Harry grabs his wallet and pulls out a Gringotts debit card. The goblin on the card winks at Harry. Mr. Smith doesn't seem alarmed by this. Harry says, "I'm certain."
Mr. Smith is satisfied. He says, "Thank you. Good luck with your girlfriend."
They exit the shop.
They head back to the Leaky Cauldron.
Harry turns to Ron and says, "Ron, I know you hate it when I flash money..."
Ron cuts him off and says, "Harry, in this case, I support you."
Harry is a bit surprised and asks, "You do?"
"Harry, I want you to have a girlfriend. However, isn't it a bit soon for a ring?"
"It is pushing a bit. However, I want to give a key to her. You know, the Wizard key."
"Wizard key?"
"I want her to see what I see. For that, I can enchant the ring as a key. It'll allow her to thwart anti-Muggle devices."
"Are you absolutely certain about this?"
"Yes. Why?"
"Telling her about magic is one thing. This is a bigger step. That's all. I want to make sure you knew what you're doing."
"So back to Hermione's via the Leaky Cauldron?"
"Um .. we'll detour first to the Burrow and visit your Mum for a short while. Keep knowledge of our whereabouts a bit concealed."
"Sure. Don't show Mum those books. The romance book is as much as we should dare."
"Lets pick up some Butterbeer for the girls. It'll hide the books."
"So, when did you get that debit card?"
"While you were in the bookshop. I went to Gringotts for a short while. This is a more convenient way with Muggle money."
"Why did they push it?"
"They get a commission from the retailers. With this, I can buy things without worrying about exchanging Muggle money. The retailer pays the fees so it doesn't cost me anything to use it."
"Won't the Muggles notice the Goblin on it?"
"Unless they're a Wizard, no. They see a normal card. I see the goblin to confirm the purchase. Great anti-fraud measures."
Ron chuckles for a moment. Ron says, "So, were you serious about the summer travel?"
"Certainly yes. It's a nice idea."
"Won't that be expensive?"
"We'll find a way to make it work, but don't expect five star hotels. There are ways we can do it cheaply. We can have a wonderful time."
Ron asks, "I assume you don't plan on returning to the Dursleys."
"Not while I'm alive. Are you interested in a trip?"
"Yes."
"We can work the details out later."
They enter the Leaky Cauldron.
Harry places some sickles onto the bar. Harry says, "Tom, can we have seven Butterbeers to go? It'll be a couple of hours until we drink them."
Tom says, "Certainly Mr. Potter." Tom hands Harry the bottled Butterbeers and makes change. Ron places them into Harry's backpack.
"Thanks." says Ron.
Harry says, "Ron, there's one more thing, nearly forgot."
"Sure."
Harry and Ron enter Diagon Alley and head to Gambol and Japes, the joke shop. They enter and find George and Fred there.
"Stocking up?" asks Fred.
Harry says, "Yes. Without Hogsmeade, my supplies are getting low."
"Any luck little brother?" asks George.
"Where's Mum?" Ron asks.
"Home. She'll never know." says Fred.
Ron says, "Aww, blackmail material. Have you been enjoying the holiday?"
George says, "With Mum pregnant, it's a nightmare! Constantly grumpy and not feeling well. Should have stayed at Hogwarts, or gone to Lee's. You?"
Ron says, "Well, we're going to visit Mum after this, tell you there."
Finally, Ron buys a small assortment of items. Harry grabbed quite a bit more. Harry and Ron stash these into their packs.
Ron asks, "Are you done with your shopping today, Fred?"
Fred says, "Our business has been taken care of today. We can use the fireplace here if you two don't mind."
"Sure." says Harry.
Fred, George, Harry, and Ron enter the fireplace with a "The Burrow!"
We emerge from the fireplace in the familiar kitchen. Fred and George quickly head for their room. I see Mum.
I say, "Hi Mum! Harry and I thought we'd visit for a short while."
She comes over and gives Harry a hug. Then she hugs me. She says, "Nice to see that you actually think about me Ron. How has your holiday been?"
"It's been fun!" I say. George and Fred come down, they realize I've tamed Mum a bit.
I warn, "George, Fred, better not do anything to me. I might jinx you!"
Mum sys, "Ronald Weasley, you know you're not supposed to do magic away from Hogwarts! They'd expel you."
I say, "No they won't. Harry and I have been exempted for the holiday from that."
Fred and George look murderously at me. I whisper to Mum, "I was joking about the jinxes, but they don't know that." She seems to supportive of this.
Mum asks, "Care for some tea?"
"Sure" we say. We sit down at the table and talk.
Mum says, "So, what's been happening? Dad's been called out several times, he says he's bumped into the two of you."
Fred and George look surprised by this.
Harry says, "Well, start with Saturday. You know the Malfoys. Anyways, their son, Draco, attempted his first Muggle Killing. This was at the house across the street from where I was sleeping. Snuffles woke me."
"Mum, you know Snuffles, that black dog." I say.
Harry explains him creeping outside, stunning Draco and summing Dad. He then describes the subsequent Death Eaters coming along and their conversation. Fred, George, and Mum seem stunned by this.
"According to his girlfriend, Harry did this in his underwear." I add to Harry's embarrassment. Harry's ears turn a shade of pink.
"You nabbed Malfoy in your underwear?" asks George with wide excited eyes.
Harry says, "Yes, but you will *not* spread this story around. If Malfoy learns that I nabbed him, then they will know where I was and it'd endanger others. Also, it'd endanger your pool George."
"Pool?" asks Mum.
"Harry says, "Yes. They've got a pool at Hogwarts about the identity of my girlfriend."
"Boys!" she starts flashing her eyes.
Harry says, "Let them continue, I like it. It helps with our safety."
Mum says, "A betting pool as a security measure? That's a new one."
I say, "Mum, Harry and I are at the top of the Death Eater hit-list. When they find out her identity, it puts her, Harry, Hermione, and myself in danger. This pool is keeping everybody guessing."
Mum says, "You can't be serious."
Harry says, "Yes we are. That is one of the reasons why we stopped here. We were in Diagon Alley browsing the bookshop and restocking on supplies like parchment. By coming here, we obscure our true location a bit."
I can still see the look of concern.
I say, "Mum, we can manage ourselves quite well. Snuffles is helping with the protection. You heard about the Muggle attacks two nights ago."
Harry is glancing at yesterday's Daily Prophet article. He says, "It says here that eleven were attacked, only cinema we went to in Noigate had any survivors."
Mum is looking mad at this.
I say, "We held off the demeantors. If we can thwart Muggle killings and demeantor attacks?"
She asks, "What happened at the theater?"
I explained the fire, the demeantors waiting at the exit, the hundred or so demeantors waiting outside. Explained how the Muggle firefighters considered it suspicious and were clueless to the cause.
Harry says, "It was a trap. They just didn't count on us being in the audience. That's why the casualty count was so low there. A couple of Muggles were kissed."
I says, "Of course there was last night. We ran into Harry's cousin Dudley!"
"You did, where?" she asks.
Uh-oh, I said too much, have to word this properly. I respond, "We went to an all-ages nightclub. Anyways, there was this pair of Junior Death Eaters; Macnair Jr. and Brooks Jr. They're going to Durmstrang. At the club they were pretty good. When we left, we rounded a corner to find them cursing up a mamba snake at Dudley."
"If I recall correctly." says Harry as I chuckle. "We dealt with the snake and escorted Dudley back to his boarding school."
The twins wisely leave at this point. Though they seemed impressed by our story, they could read Mum.
Mum says, "Sounds dangerous. You should stay here."
"No, the Grangers is fine. We can manage there." I protest.
Harry says, "Mrs. Weasley, we'll be fine. So will a bunch of Muggles because of us. Even the Grangers have noticed the increase in Muggle deaths, attributed to mysterious gas explosions."
Mum asks, "They have? My, things are getting serious."
I say, "We can have greater impact there than we can here Mum."
Mum says, "Alright. Suppose you like the freedom from George and Fred." We chuckle. She mutters, "Dunno what they'll make of themselves."
Harry says, "Yes you do. They'll bring happiness to many people. Their sense of humor is needed especially now."
Mum says, "That joke shop is a waste of their talents."
I protest, "No it's not. That is a very good use for their talents. They know how to make trouble and they're able to use that to benefit others."
Mum says, "I should keep putting my foot down."
Harry says, "No, they are really committed to this. They will succeed. Running any shop is not easy, even a joke shop. Besides, would you really want Fred to be the Minister of Magic? Perfect politician, couldn't get a straight word out of 'em." We laugh with this one.
I say, "Mum, they want to do this. It will make them happy. It is their choice and I support them."
Harry looks at his watch. He says, "Ron, we should think about heading back soon. Let's run up and visit your brothers first."
Mum understands.
Harry and I head up to the twins' bedroom. We knock. Fred lets us in.
"May I help you?" says Fred in a very formal manner.
Harry says, "We're offering to help you. Do you have anything you want us to take to Hogwarts on your behalf? Before your Mum searches this room?"
I blurt, "Order forms perhaps? Other items?"
George sees the opportunity and says, "Sure. Fred, we can definitely use this, can't we?"
Fred and George prepare a couple of packages that we stuff into our packs. They see the Butterbeer and books.
"The drinks are for our girlfriends." says a grinning Harry.
"So, any action yet Ron?" asks George.
I quickly change the subject, "The Flaming Blue is only all-ages with those IDs."
"Drink much?" asks Fred.
I say, "Harry did. That was interesting."
"Don't worry Harry, getting drunk makes life more interesting." says George.
"When you start hearing about the 'stories', maybe." says Harry.
"Glad I didn't need to use that bench Harry." I say.
George and Fred snicker at this.
"Harry, in his underwear, nabbing Draco. Good one." says Fred.
Harry exchanges a glance with me. We decide we need to exit very soon.
"So, Ron, when are you going to do it?" asks George, near me.
He went too far, so with a glance, I curse. George starts wetting himself uncontrollably. Fred notices this. The twins notice Harry and I laughing and give chase.
Harry and I fly down the stairs, rush past a very startled Mum, and dash into the fireplace with a "Grangers!" The twins were just inches away from grabbing us.
Harry and Ron stumble into the Granger's living room from the fireplace. They land onto the sofa. Gia and Hermione are on some nearby chairs.
"Having fun are we?" asks Hermione.
Molly's face appears in the fireplace.
"That was not funny Ronald Weasley." she says.
"Yes it was, they were badgering me." Ron protests.
"George's pants were completely soaked, made a mess." Molly says.
Ron asks, "My wand is still in my trunk, here. How could I? It was funny to watch, nonetheless."
She could tell this was a half-truth.
Hermione says, "No Ron, you left your wand on the kitchen table before you left to do whatever it was you two did."
Ron says, "Send George my love Mum. Also, he should keep his nose out of my affairs."
Molly is very frustrated but gives up. Her face disappears from the fireplace.
"What did you two do?" asks Hermione.
"Know that curse we were practicing?" Ron says.
"Don't tell me." says Hermione.
Harry rescues the situation. He says, "Um, we need to head upstairs to our rooms and store things."
Hermione relents.
Harry and I head upstairs to his bedroom. We set the items onto the bed; George and Fred's package, the bags of jokes, the Butterbeer, and the books.
Harry picks up his 'Useful Storage' book.
Harry says, "My trunk and backpack are a bit cramped. Your's might benefit too."
Ron says, "You're probably right. Mine is stuffed full of books. Dunno how Hermione manages."
Harry says, "It's about dinner time."
Ron says, "I'll show you the Zoology book."
Harry stashes Fred and George's packages in his trunk. The ring box and other 'supplies' are stored there as well.
They head into Ron's guest room. Ron stashes his 'supplies' and other book as well. Ron lets Harry scan Zoology: A Boring Guide.
Harry says, "You bought this? It's absolutely boring."
Ron grabs the book and reopens it. He hands it back to Harry.
Ron says, "Recommended by Sirius. This has security measures to keep it from prying eyes."
Harry says, "Very interesting. Suppose we'll need Hermione's help."
Ron says, "Yes, very likely."
They go downstairs with the Butterbeer and the Zoology book.
Linda is fixing dinner. She says, "Hello boys. Have a fun day?"
Harry replies, "Yep. That looks good."
She says, "Thanks. It's grilled Tuna steaks, and grilled tofu for Hermione. you have some drinks already."
Harry sets the Butterbeers onto the counter. He says, "Yes. They'll go good with desert."
They head into the living room. Ron places the Zoology: A Boring Guide onto the table. Hermione picks it up and starts reading.
Disgusted, she says, "Twenty pages on the earthworm! I may be a bookworm, but this is absolutely uninteresting. Why'd you get it Ron?"
Harry is chuckling.
Ron says, "It's absolutely interesting." He grabs the book and starts reading it with interest. He comments, "Though I agree, the earthworms are boring."
"And you're reading this, why?" she asks.
Ron hands her the already opened book. Her jaw drops.
She says, "Okay, this is interesting. Where are the earthworms?"
Ron says, "Security feature. Right now, it's coded to my hand print. If anyone else picks this up, they'll get the earthworms."
"Good find. I assume Snuffles gave you the reference." she says.
Ron says, "Yes. Later, I'll recode the security to recognize all of our hands as well. Makes for interesting research."
Hermione asks, "So why was you Mum upset?"
Harry says, "We stopped by the Burrow on our way back. Since Diagon Alley is a bit public, we didn't want to return straight here in case somebody listened."
Ron says, "Anyways, we were talking with George and Fred." He explains; George taking the questions too far with regards to her; he explains the Wandless jinx.
Hermione says, "So, you cursed George to wet himself in my defense? Guess they'll be giving you more space now." Harry snickers.
Finally, dinner is ready. They eat.
After that, it's desert. Gia, Linda, and Charles try the Butterbeer.
Gia says, "That tastes good."
Hermione says, "Very Low alcohol content, so it's hard to get drunk from it."
Charles asks, "Where do you pick this stuff up? I'd like a supply."
Harry replies, "Leaky Cauldron in London or the Three Broomsticks in Hogsmeade."
Linda says, "In other words, Wizard places?"
Ron says, "Yes."
Late that evening, Harry and I head for my room at the my house. Harry undresses to his underwear. We sit on the bed on our knees facing each other. He looks me in the eyes.
He says, "Gia. I love you. Love you with all my heart. I know you do to." How sweet.
To my astonishment, he pulls out a small case.
"What's this?" I ask.
"A gift." he says.
He opens the case and I see. I don't believe it. A ring! He's pushing this a bit fast I admit to myself. He realizes this apparently.
He says, "It's a girlfriend ring and a key." I'm relieved a bit. He explains, "Certain areas of the Wizarding community are normally hidden from you. I've magicked this ring into a key for you. It allows you to see what I see."
I ask, "Which means?"
He says, "This means that Hogwarts will be a beautiful castle. You can get onto platform 9 3/4 at King's Cross. Enter Diagon Alley. And share everything I have."
I say "Thanks. I love you too." I put the solid ring on. I feel the ring adjusting itself to a perfect fit.
He smiles. He places the case onto the stand with his wand. He hugs me and I let him pull me onto the bed on top of him. We kiss. I can feel him getting a boner under his briefs. I don't mind.
Our mouths connect at an angle. He lets my tongue venture into his. I explore with it. He's trembling with excitement and I can tell he's aroused. My hands travel down his back and into his underwear. I remove his briefs.
His hands crawl up my sides and onto my bra. I remove my tongue to whisper, "Remove it." My tongue resumes. I massage him. He's aware of a mess. He uses his briefs to wipe it up.
"orry" he breathes.
"ohay." I breathe.
Slowly, I work my tongue out of his mouth and start running about his lips. I slowly lick and massage along his upper lip. I progress along the edge of his nose up to his forehead. I spend a few minutes massaging his scar.
I ask, "Having fun? I did."
"Yes. Sorry about the mess."
"I was trying to make it." I say.
"You got it." He snickers. His expression of pure joy still present.
We cuddle up. I decide to pry a bit, he seems a bit relaxed. "You introduced that killer whale Dudley last night. Didn't you stay with them for a while?"
"Yep, after my parents were killed, I was sent to stay with them."
"What's your bedroom like?'
"Mostly, it was the cupboard under the stairs. That was until I started getting letters from Hogwarts. They gave me Dudley's spare small bedroom. He made a fuss over that."
We chatted about the Dursleys for a while. He explained their medieval attitude toward magic. How they never had pictures of him. How they spoiled Dudley while scolding Harry. He talked about that wretched Aunt Marge.
"Can't believe that they treated your birthdays so differently." I say.
"They did."
"I can see why you don't want to spend the summer with them." I say.
"Each summer ends in some fiasco."
"You were a bit buzzed last night. The offer to spend the summer with me is still valid." I say.
"Thanks. I know I want to spend the summer with you." he says. He dozes off apparently a bit exhausted. I fall asleep.
