Chapter 10
Zack's Return
Emily woke up early the next morning, she almost forgot about Fi's birthday. She went downstairs and began to make an ice-cream cake. When she had finished the cake she took out a book and some material of different shades of green. She started to make Fi a ball gown using the magic she was taught at her old school. While she was making it Harry and Ron came downstairs. They saw her waving her arms around and they gave each other odd expressions. "Emily, what are you doing?"
Harry asked and came up behind her. "I'm making a dress for Fi, it's her birthday today," she replied. Ron looked up, "That's right; I have a present for her upstairs. I'll be right back."
Harry was upset; he didn't get Fi anything for her birthday. He really wanted to get on her good side so that she would be his friend.
"Em, I didn't get her anything," he said sadly.
She looked at him with a smile, "I kind of thought you would, so I made this dagger necklace to match the dress, you can give it to her."
Harry was relieved, he loved Emily so much. She was just so thoughtful. Hermione came downstairs with a present and Ron followed right behind her. "Em, Fi is coming down in a few minutes, she is getting dressed."
Emily hurried with the dress and when she was done she lit the candles on the cake and gave Harry a little package. They all heard Fi coming downstairs. She wasn't looking in the common room and she said, "Em, I'm so glad you're," but she was cut off when she saw the giant cake and they all shouted, "SURPRISE!!"
She came down the stairs and started to laugh. "You guys, I totally forgot today was my birthday. This is so sweet, thank you."
She blew out her candles and Emily put the cake down. Hermione handed Fi a present and she began to open it. She looked up at Hermione and said, "Thanks, a book on how to control your temper, I'll try it out."
Then Harry handed her a present, she opened up and said, "Thanks Harry, its gorgeous. You sure are one for jewelry."
Next, Ron handed her a small box. "I hope you like it," he said blushing.
She opened it and inside was a charm bracelet with silver daggers on it. "Oh Ron it's stunning, I love it."
He helped her put it on and she heard Emily say, "Now, my gift, sorry I didn't wrap it but I didn't have a big enough box."
Emily turned to Fi and showed her the dress. "Emily its exquisite, where did you get it?"
Emily smiled, "Remember that book of gowns nana gave me I made it using magic from our old school." Fi hugged her and thanked her again.
They all had some cake and then went to class. Fi and Ron went to care of magical creatures and Emily, Hermione, and Harry went to herbology. They all met up again at lunch. While they were eating the mail arrived, owls flocked the room dropping packages and letters to the students. Dierdra dropped two letters to Emily and a white owl dropped one to Fi.
"Oh, Jenkins sent me a letter. He says all is well and he can't wait until we come home."
She smiled at Fi and Fi said she got the same letter. "Who's the other letter from Em?"
Fi asked and Emily looked at the letter. "I don't know there's no name." She opened it up and she put her hand over her mouth.
"It's from Zack, he's back and he says that he wants to see me."
Fi stared at her, Harry couldn't believe it.
"You're not going to see him, I don't care if you're strong, I don't want to lose you," Harry said staring into her eyes.
She nodded and ripped up the letter.
"I'm going to Dumbledore after lunch; maybe he can help me get rid of Zack."
As she said Emily went up to the teacher's table before they all left.
"Excuse me Professor, but could I have a word with you please?" she asked as he rose to his feet.
"What is it my dear, I never say no to someone with a problem." She smiled and said, "That boy who tried to kill me is back. He wants me to go and meet him, but I'm afraid he might try to hurt me."
He pondered for a moment then he said, "Send him a letter telling him to come into the school. Tell him to come a see me and maybe I can work out some kind of proposal." She thanked him and went to the Quidditch pitch to see Harry.
She got to the boys changing room and Harry was taking off his shirt. "Knock, knock," she said looking inside.
Harry turned around and Emily blushed, "Hi, I'm just getting ready to practice since I have a free period."
Harry smiled; he forgot he didn't have a shirt on. Emily made him forget about a lot of things. "Do you practice shirtless?" When she asked this Harry looked at himself and Emily giggled.
He put his shirt on and grabbed his broom. "Mind if I watch, I love seeing you fly."
Harry nodded and they walked outside together. "So, ever thought of giving this a shot?" Harry asked and Emily laughed.
"No, I mean, I fly Angel, but she's a lot bigger than a broom."
"Well, if you hold on to me I promise you won't fall off."
Emily smiled and said, "Okay, but if I fall you better catch me."
He smiled and mounted his broom, he took Emily's hand and she mounted the broom behind him. She put her arms around his waist and he kicked off the ground. Emily squeezed him and put her head against his back. They flew higher and higher, and then Harry stopped and hovered for a minute. "So, what do you think?"
Emily lifted her head and loosened her grip on Harry. "It's great, can I get off now?" she knew Harry wouldn't let her fall, but she was still a little nervous.
He leaned forward and they headed to the ground. Emily got off and sat on the ground; Harry laughed and went back into the air. Emily watched Harry fly around, he was showing off, she could just tell. Harry looked down occasionally, thinking just how lucky he was to have a girl like Emily.
He decided that he would do a couple more laps before he came back down. Meanwhile on the ground, Emily was still watching Harry, but out of the corner of her eye she saw a figure. She turned her head and it was Zack, "I got your letter, so take me to the headmaster."
Harry looked down and saw Zack standing near Emily. He took off headed for the ground, when he got to the ground he hopped off his broom and ran to Emily's side. "What does he want?" Harry asked suspiciously staring Zack down.
"He's here to see the headmaster. Dumbledore is going to try and work something out so that Zack stays away from me."
They all went back to the castle and to Professor McGonagall so they could see Dumbledore.
"Excuse me Professor; we need to speak with Professor Dumbledore. He wanted to speak with Zack."
Professor McGonagall nodded and led them to Professor Dumbledore. When they got to his door the professor said, "Phoenix feather," and the large statue became a spiral staircase.
They all went up to Dumbledore's quarters to speak with him. They walked to his desk and he looked up, "Ah, Miss Smith, Mr. Potter, this must be Zachary."
He looked up at Zack, "I prefer Zack thank you," Zack said in a snotty tone.
"Well, Zack let us see if we can make an arrangement so that you will leave Emily alone and never come back to Hogwarts."
Zack thought for a moment then he smiled, "I would like Emily to grant me three wishes of whatever I want, then I will never come back."
Emily looked at Zack, "What do you think I am a genie?"
"Fine, fine, what are your three wishes?" she asked and he pondered for a minute. Then he looked up, "I would like to see Disturbed perform here, see you perform a couple songs, and I want you to reveal your two true selves."
She agreed and they all signed a contract so Dumbledore would know if they went back on their word. "Zack, you will be staying with the Slytherin house while Emily performs all these tasks," Dumbledore told him and Draco walked inside.
"Follow me Zack, I'll show you around," Malfoy said and they left the room. "Okay, think, think, think, I'm going to need the Great Hall to have a stage so we can have these performances. Now I have to contact that band and get a band and some singers for me."
Emily was thinking out loud and Harry was just watching her pace back and forth.
The two left Dumbledore's room and headed back to the common room. When they got there, no one was there. While fourth period was going on they were both excused from class. So they sat in the common room talking about the performance that is going to happen.
"So you sing, that's great, I can't wait to here you," Harry said with a tender smile.
Emily didn't say anything and she just stared out the window. Harry gently turned her head to him, "Emily everything will be okay, nothing is going to happen."
She nodded and hugged Harry. He wanted Emily to be safe, he loved her dearly. He's never loved anyone like this before and seeing her in pain made him feel pain. Emily took Harry's face and said, "I am never going to let anything happen to you. You are the first person who truly understands me and loves me. I know Fi understands me but, she is my best friend not my boyfriend."
Harry kissed Emily's sweet lips, she wrapped her arms around his neck. Harry leaned in to far and Emily fell back onto the couch, he was on top of her and still kissing her.
Then Ron, Fi, and Hermione walked into the room.
"Hey you two, get a room," Fi shouted, Harry sat up and so did Emily.
"So Fi how's your day been?" Emily asked while fixing her hair.
"It's been great, how about yours?"
Emily paused then she told her how Zack came back and wanted three wishes. "So we'll be having a few concerts at Hogwarts," Emily said.
"Fi, we'd better get to dinner, so we can eat something and be on our way," Ron said and Fi nodded.
"Where are you two going?" Harry asked as they were walking out the door. "Ron's taking me into Hogsmede for a wonderful birthday evening," Fi replied and they walked out the door.
"Well are you two coming to dinner?" Hermione asked as she was about to leave too.
Emily said she wasn't hungry and Harry wanted to stay with her. So Hermione left and they were alone again.
Harry pulled Emily close to him and he snuggled with her for a little while. Emily was resting her head on Harry's shoulder and she started to yawn.
"I think I have potions homework," Emily said breaking the silence.
"I think I have herbology to do," Harry said.
So they both got up and did their homework. At about 7:00 everyone came back to the common room. Harry and Emily had ended up back on the couch after they finished their homework. They had fallen asleep in each others arms and finally Fi woke up the sleeping beauties.
"Hey, Emily, Harry, get up and go to your rooms its time for bed anyway."
Fi laughed as she and Ron kissed each other goodnight and went to their separate rooms.
"I'm so comfortable, I don't want to get up," Harry said yawning.
"Neither do I, I love waking up next to you."
So Harry suggested they sleep together in his room. Emily agreed and they went up to the boys' dormitory.
They got inside and everyone was already in bed. Harry and Emily got into bed together and slept in each others arms. The Harry woke up in the middle of the night and Emily was gone. He sat up and looked around, he didn't see her anywhere. He went down to the common room and she wasn't there either. Harry was panicking; he didn't know where she could be. He went upstairs and grabbed his invisibility cloak. He left the common room and headed to the lake. When he got outside, he saw her. She was sitting on the bench just staring at the lake. Harry ran to her and when he reached her he threw off his invisibility cloak. Emily wasn't expecting that and she jumped.
"Emily what are you doing out here? You scared me, I thought something happened to you." Harry hugged her but she didn't move.
He let her go and she looked at him, "Harry I can't do this. I can't sing and perform in front of the entire school. I especially can't show my two true selves."
He took her hand, "Emily, I'm sure no one will think different of you if you show them."
Emily stood up; she decided that Harry would be the first to see two of the things she was cursed to become.
"Well, let's see how you handle it." Emily mumbled a spell he couldn't understand.
All of a sudden a great light surrounded her, when it was gone Harry couldn't believe his eyes. What he saw was Emily but, she was a centaur. She had her body from the waist up, but the rest was a horse's body.
"I was cursed to become part Friesian, also known as a centaur."
Just as fast as it happened she changed back. She told him this happens to her every day at noon. She has been changing behind Hagrid's cabin.
"Okay, but what else are you?" he asked confused.
"Every night at midnight I change into a mermaid, and it will be midnight in thirty seconds."
He stared for a minute then she jumped into the lake. He ran to the edge of the grass and she didn't come back up for awhile. Then he saw a shadow and Emily came to the surface.
"Are you ready, here it comes," she said this and went back under. Then she jumped out of the water and she hand a long fish like tail.
Emily was herself and she dried her hair. All Harry could do was stare at her; he still couldn't believe what he saw.
"So, that's me, do you still love me?" she still loved him, but she wanted to know if this would change anything between them.
Harry took her hand; he couldn't believe she would think like that.
"Of course I still love you. But you're right; I don't know how the other students will take this."
He kissed her cheek and they walked back to the castle. When they got into the boys' dorm Ron was awake.
"Harry were did you go? I woke up to get a drink and you were gone."
Harry got back into bed with Emily at his side.
"I went to look for Emily, now I'm tired so goodnight Ron." Ron shrugged his shoulders and went back to sleep.
Emily snuggled close to Harry and Harry put his arms around her. He kissed her forehead and told her not to worry and everything would be okay. The next morning Harry and Emily came downstairs together hand in hand. Ron and Fi were just heading out the portrait door together, Harry and Emily followed and they all went down to breakfast together. They got to the Great Hall and sat at the Gryiffindor table.
They heard the clinging of a glass and Dumbledore stood up.
"Before we start breakfast I have an announcement to make. Miss Emily Smith will be putting on two performances. These will be held tonight in the Great Hall. Now eat up, we want you doing well in your lessons today."
Fi looked at Emily and said, "So, what are you going to sing. Love songs or something that will make us want to get up and dance."
Emily looked at her, "Unless you want to start a mosh pit I don't really think you can dance to Disturbed."
Fi was confused, but Harry, Ron, and Hermione were even more confused. Emily explained to Fi how Zack asked for three wishes and if he got all three he would never come here again. Then she explained the concept of a mosh pit to Harry and his friends.
"Okay so you perform and Disturbed performs, what's the third wish?" Emily looked down at her plate and then back to Fi.
"He wants me to reveal my two true selves to the entire school." Fi's mouth dropped almost to the floor.
Harry told her that she showed him last night and how he doesn't think the others will think of her the same way again. When breakfast was over they all went to class. Fi and Emily went to Divination and Ron, Harry, and Hermione all went to Herbology. When they were leaving the Great Hall they saw Zack walking with Draco and his gang. She looked away and she and Fi walked up to class. The day went by so fast, before they knew it, it was time for the concert. Emily was in the common room warming up her guitar and getting ready. The band was there and warming up with Emily. They all headed down to the crowded Great Hall.
The band set up the stage and Emily introduced the band. "Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to introduce you to Disturbed."
Everyone was applauding and the loudest applause was coming from the Slytherin table. Emily continued, "They will be performing six of their hit songs and then they will be signing autographs."
The minute she finished she grabbed her guitar and they started playing. There was cheering and clapping during all the songs. Harry watched Emily; he couldn't believe how talented she was. When the concert was over the band sat at a table and students lined up for an autograph.
Emily hugged all the band members and told them thanks for coming. When she said her goodbyes she ran over to her friends.
"Emily, that was amazing, you rocked on that guitar," Fi said excitedly.
"Thank you, I love playing those songs. I can't wait to sing tomorrow night." Harry looked at her, "You can sing too."
Emily laughed and nodded.
"Is there anything you can't do?" Ron asked laughing.
"No, I can do anything," Emily replied.
Emily got her guitar and the band left. Everyone was leaving the Great Hall and going up to bed. When Emily and the others reached the common room, there were still people up talking about the concert.
The next night Emily was in the common room practicing her routines and songs. Harry, Ron, Fi, and Hermione were leaving the common room to get good seat for the show.
"See you there Em, break a leg." Em waved and gathered some of her things. Emily headed down to the Great Hall and when she got there everyone was waiting. It was dark so she could get her band together. When they set up she started singing and dancing right away. Harry watched her; she was so beautiful and could really dance. She sang a few songs and when she was done the lights went off and then came back on. Everyone applauded and she took a bow.
Everyone started leaving, but Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Fi stayed and waited for Em. She had to help take down the stage. When she was finished she ran up to Harry and hugged him.
"I missed you, did you like the show?" she asked and they all told her it was incredible.
They all went up to the common to talk more about the show. When they got there they all raved about the show.
"Well, I'm a little sleepy, so goodnight," Hermione said and went up to bed. When she was out of sight Fi said, "Okay Em, what's the plan."
Em thought about it for a minute then she said, "During our free period tomorrow someone has to bring her here and we'll surprise her with a small party."
They all agreed that Fi would bring Hermione to the common room and the others would prepare the party. They all went to bed in their separate rooms. Emily fell asleep but, she had a terrible nightmare.
"Emily, don't worry about me. You have to go I won't let you die," she heard Harry in here head.
"No Harry, they want me, it's me they want. Don't do it Harry. NO!!!" she screamed and woke herself up.
She wiped a cold sweat off her face and sat up. Everyone was still sleeping. She couldn't go back to sleep without checking on Harry. She walked into the boys' dorm and to Harry's bed. She looked at his face and brushed her hand on his cheek. Once she knew he was okay she went back to bed.
Zack's Return
Emily woke up early the next morning, she almost forgot about Fi's birthday. She went downstairs and began to make an ice-cream cake. When she had finished the cake she took out a book and some material of different shades of green. She started to make Fi a ball gown using the magic she was taught at her old school. While she was making it Harry and Ron came downstairs. They saw her waving her arms around and they gave each other odd expressions. "Emily, what are you doing?"
Harry asked and came up behind her. "I'm making a dress for Fi, it's her birthday today," she replied. Ron looked up, "That's right; I have a present for her upstairs. I'll be right back."
Harry was upset; he didn't get Fi anything for her birthday. He really wanted to get on her good side so that she would be his friend.
"Em, I didn't get her anything," he said sadly.
She looked at him with a smile, "I kind of thought you would, so I made this dagger necklace to match the dress, you can give it to her."
Harry was relieved, he loved Emily so much. She was just so thoughtful. Hermione came downstairs with a present and Ron followed right behind her. "Em, Fi is coming down in a few minutes, she is getting dressed."
Emily hurried with the dress and when she was done she lit the candles on the cake and gave Harry a little package. They all heard Fi coming downstairs. She wasn't looking in the common room and she said, "Em, I'm so glad you're," but she was cut off when she saw the giant cake and they all shouted, "SURPRISE!!"
She came down the stairs and started to laugh. "You guys, I totally forgot today was my birthday. This is so sweet, thank you."
She blew out her candles and Emily put the cake down. Hermione handed Fi a present and she began to open it. She looked up at Hermione and said, "Thanks, a book on how to control your temper, I'll try it out."
Then Harry handed her a present, she opened up and said, "Thanks Harry, its gorgeous. You sure are one for jewelry."
Next, Ron handed her a small box. "I hope you like it," he said blushing.
She opened it and inside was a charm bracelet with silver daggers on it. "Oh Ron it's stunning, I love it."
He helped her put it on and she heard Emily say, "Now, my gift, sorry I didn't wrap it but I didn't have a big enough box."
Emily turned to Fi and showed her the dress. "Emily its exquisite, where did you get it?"
Emily smiled, "Remember that book of gowns nana gave me I made it using magic from our old school." Fi hugged her and thanked her again.
They all had some cake and then went to class. Fi and Ron went to care of magical creatures and Emily, Hermione, and Harry went to herbology. They all met up again at lunch. While they were eating the mail arrived, owls flocked the room dropping packages and letters to the students. Dierdra dropped two letters to Emily and a white owl dropped one to Fi.
"Oh, Jenkins sent me a letter. He says all is well and he can't wait until we come home."
She smiled at Fi and Fi said she got the same letter. "Who's the other letter from Em?"
Fi asked and Emily looked at the letter. "I don't know there's no name." She opened it up and she put her hand over her mouth.
"It's from Zack, he's back and he says that he wants to see me."
Fi stared at her, Harry couldn't believe it.
"You're not going to see him, I don't care if you're strong, I don't want to lose you," Harry said staring into her eyes.
She nodded and ripped up the letter.
"I'm going to Dumbledore after lunch; maybe he can help me get rid of Zack."
As she said Emily went up to the teacher's table before they all left.
"Excuse me Professor, but could I have a word with you please?" she asked as he rose to his feet.
"What is it my dear, I never say no to someone with a problem." She smiled and said, "That boy who tried to kill me is back. He wants me to go and meet him, but I'm afraid he might try to hurt me."
He pondered for a moment then he said, "Send him a letter telling him to come into the school. Tell him to come a see me and maybe I can work out some kind of proposal." She thanked him and went to the Quidditch pitch to see Harry.
She got to the boys changing room and Harry was taking off his shirt. "Knock, knock," she said looking inside.
Harry turned around and Emily blushed, "Hi, I'm just getting ready to practice since I have a free period."
Harry smiled; he forgot he didn't have a shirt on. Emily made him forget about a lot of things. "Do you practice shirtless?" When she asked this Harry looked at himself and Emily giggled.
He put his shirt on and grabbed his broom. "Mind if I watch, I love seeing you fly."
Harry nodded and they walked outside together. "So, ever thought of giving this a shot?" Harry asked and Emily laughed.
"No, I mean, I fly Angel, but she's a lot bigger than a broom."
"Well, if you hold on to me I promise you won't fall off."
Emily smiled and said, "Okay, but if I fall you better catch me."
He smiled and mounted his broom, he took Emily's hand and she mounted the broom behind him. She put her arms around his waist and he kicked off the ground. Emily squeezed him and put her head against his back. They flew higher and higher, and then Harry stopped and hovered for a minute. "So, what do you think?"
Emily lifted her head and loosened her grip on Harry. "It's great, can I get off now?" she knew Harry wouldn't let her fall, but she was still a little nervous.
He leaned forward and they headed to the ground. Emily got off and sat on the ground; Harry laughed and went back into the air. Emily watched Harry fly around, he was showing off, she could just tell. Harry looked down occasionally, thinking just how lucky he was to have a girl like Emily.
He decided that he would do a couple more laps before he came back down. Meanwhile on the ground, Emily was still watching Harry, but out of the corner of her eye she saw a figure. She turned her head and it was Zack, "I got your letter, so take me to the headmaster."
Harry looked down and saw Zack standing near Emily. He took off headed for the ground, when he got to the ground he hopped off his broom and ran to Emily's side. "What does he want?" Harry asked suspiciously staring Zack down.
"He's here to see the headmaster. Dumbledore is going to try and work something out so that Zack stays away from me."
They all went back to the castle and to Professor McGonagall so they could see Dumbledore.
"Excuse me Professor; we need to speak with Professor Dumbledore. He wanted to speak with Zack."
Professor McGonagall nodded and led them to Professor Dumbledore. When they got to his door the professor said, "Phoenix feather," and the large statue became a spiral staircase.
They all went up to Dumbledore's quarters to speak with him. They walked to his desk and he looked up, "Ah, Miss Smith, Mr. Potter, this must be Zachary."
He looked up at Zack, "I prefer Zack thank you," Zack said in a snotty tone.
"Well, Zack let us see if we can make an arrangement so that you will leave Emily alone and never come back to Hogwarts."
Zack thought for a moment then he smiled, "I would like Emily to grant me three wishes of whatever I want, then I will never come back."
Emily looked at Zack, "What do you think I am a genie?"
"Fine, fine, what are your three wishes?" she asked and he pondered for a minute. Then he looked up, "I would like to see Disturbed perform here, see you perform a couple songs, and I want you to reveal your two true selves."
She agreed and they all signed a contract so Dumbledore would know if they went back on their word. "Zack, you will be staying with the Slytherin house while Emily performs all these tasks," Dumbledore told him and Draco walked inside.
"Follow me Zack, I'll show you around," Malfoy said and they left the room. "Okay, think, think, think, I'm going to need the Great Hall to have a stage so we can have these performances. Now I have to contact that band and get a band and some singers for me."
Emily was thinking out loud and Harry was just watching her pace back and forth.
The two left Dumbledore's room and headed back to the common room. When they got there, no one was there. While fourth period was going on they were both excused from class. So they sat in the common room talking about the performance that is going to happen.
"So you sing, that's great, I can't wait to here you," Harry said with a tender smile.
Emily didn't say anything and she just stared out the window. Harry gently turned her head to him, "Emily everything will be okay, nothing is going to happen."
She nodded and hugged Harry. He wanted Emily to be safe, he loved her dearly. He's never loved anyone like this before and seeing her in pain made him feel pain. Emily took Harry's face and said, "I am never going to let anything happen to you. You are the first person who truly understands me and loves me. I know Fi understands me but, she is my best friend not my boyfriend."
Harry kissed Emily's sweet lips, she wrapped her arms around his neck. Harry leaned in to far and Emily fell back onto the couch, he was on top of her and still kissing her.
Then Ron, Fi, and Hermione walked into the room.
"Hey you two, get a room," Fi shouted, Harry sat up and so did Emily.
"So Fi how's your day been?" Emily asked while fixing her hair.
"It's been great, how about yours?"
Emily paused then she told her how Zack came back and wanted three wishes. "So we'll be having a few concerts at Hogwarts," Emily said.
"Fi, we'd better get to dinner, so we can eat something and be on our way," Ron said and Fi nodded.
"Where are you two going?" Harry asked as they were walking out the door. "Ron's taking me into Hogsmede for a wonderful birthday evening," Fi replied and they walked out the door.
"Well are you two coming to dinner?" Hermione asked as she was about to leave too.
Emily said she wasn't hungry and Harry wanted to stay with her. So Hermione left and they were alone again.
Harry pulled Emily close to him and he snuggled with her for a little while. Emily was resting her head on Harry's shoulder and she started to yawn.
"I think I have potions homework," Emily said breaking the silence.
"I think I have herbology to do," Harry said.
So they both got up and did their homework. At about 7:00 everyone came back to the common room. Harry and Emily had ended up back on the couch after they finished their homework. They had fallen asleep in each others arms and finally Fi woke up the sleeping beauties.
"Hey, Emily, Harry, get up and go to your rooms its time for bed anyway."
Fi laughed as she and Ron kissed each other goodnight and went to their separate rooms.
"I'm so comfortable, I don't want to get up," Harry said yawning.
"Neither do I, I love waking up next to you."
So Harry suggested they sleep together in his room. Emily agreed and they went up to the boys' dormitory.
They got inside and everyone was already in bed. Harry and Emily got into bed together and slept in each others arms. The Harry woke up in the middle of the night and Emily was gone. He sat up and looked around, he didn't see her anywhere. He went down to the common room and she wasn't there either. Harry was panicking; he didn't know where she could be. He went upstairs and grabbed his invisibility cloak. He left the common room and headed to the lake. When he got outside, he saw her. She was sitting on the bench just staring at the lake. Harry ran to her and when he reached her he threw off his invisibility cloak. Emily wasn't expecting that and she jumped.
"Emily what are you doing out here? You scared me, I thought something happened to you." Harry hugged her but she didn't move.
He let her go and she looked at him, "Harry I can't do this. I can't sing and perform in front of the entire school. I especially can't show my two true selves."
He took her hand, "Emily, I'm sure no one will think different of you if you show them."
Emily stood up; she decided that Harry would be the first to see two of the things she was cursed to become.
"Well, let's see how you handle it." Emily mumbled a spell he couldn't understand.
All of a sudden a great light surrounded her, when it was gone Harry couldn't believe his eyes. What he saw was Emily but, she was a centaur. She had her body from the waist up, but the rest was a horse's body.
"I was cursed to become part Friesian, also known as a centaur."
Just as fast as it happened she changed back. She told him this happens to her every day at noon. She has been changing behind Hagrid's cabin.
"Okay, but what else are you?" he asked confused.
"Every night at midnight I change into a mermaid, and it will be midnight in thirty seconds."
He stared for a minute then she jumped into the lake. He ran to the edge of the grass and she didn't come back up for awhile. Then he saw a shadow and Emily came to the surface.
"Are you ready, here it comes," she said this and went back under. Then she jumped out of the water and she hand a long fish like tail.
Emily was herself and she dried her hair. All Harry could do was stare at her; he still couldn't believe what he saw.
"So, that's me, do you still love me?" she still loved him, but she wanted to know if this would change anything between them.
Harry took her hand; he couldn't believe she would think like that.
"Of course I still love you. But you're right; I don't know how the other students will take this."
He kissed her cheek and they walked back to the castle. When they got into the boys' dorm Ron was awake.
"Harry were did you go? I woke up to get a drink and you were gone."
Harry got back into bed with Emily at his side.
"I went to look for Emily, now I'm tired so goodnight Ron." Ron shrugged his shoulders and went back to sleep.
Emily snuggled close to Harry and Harry put his arms around her. He kissed her forehead and told her not to worry and everything would be okay. The next morning Harry and Emily came downstairs together hand in hand. Ron and Fi were just heading out the portrait door together, Harry and Emily followed and they all went down to breakfast together. They got to the Great Hall and sat at the Gryiffindor table.
They heard the clinging of a glass and Dumbledore stood up.
"Before we start breakfast I have an announcement to make. Miss Emily Smith will be putting on two performances. These will be held tonight in the Great Hall. Now eat up, we want you doing well in your lessons today."
Fi looked at Emily and said, "So, what are you going to sing. Love songs or something that will make us want to get up and dance."
Emily looked at her, "Unless you want to start a mosh pit I don't really think you can dance to Disturbed."
Fi was confused, but Harry, Ron, and Hermione were even more confused. Emily explained to Fi how Zack asked for three wishes and if he got all three he would never come here again. Then she explained the concept of a mosh pit to Harry and his friends.
"Okay so you perform and Disturbed performs, what's the third wish?" Emily looked down at her plate and then back to Fi.
"He wants me to reveal my two true selves to the entire school." Fi's mouth dropped almost to the floor.
Harry told her that she showed him last night and how he doesn't think the others will think of her the same way again. When breakfast was over they all went to class. Fi and Emily went to Divination and Ron, Harry, and Hermione all went to Herbology. When they were leaving the Great Hall they saw Zack walking with Draco and his gang. She looked away and she and Fi walked up to class. The day went by so fast, before they knew it, it was time for the concert. Emily was in the common room warming up her guitar and getting ready. The band was there and warming up with Emily. They all headed down to the crowded Great Hall.
The band set up the stage and Emily introduced the band. "Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to introduce you to Disturbed."
Everyone was applauding and the loudest applause was coming from the Slytherin table. Emily continued, "They will be performing six of their hit songs and then they will be signing autographs."
The minute she finished she grabbed her guitar and they started playing. There was cheering and clapping during all the songs. Harry watched Emily; he couldn't believe how talented she was. When the concert was over the band sat at a table and students lined up for an autograph.
Emily hugged all the band members and told them thanks for coming. When she said her goodbyes she ran over to her friends.
"Emily, that was amazing, you rocked on that guitar," Fi said excitedly.
"Thank you, I love playing those songs. I can't wait to sing tomorrow night." Harry looked at her, "You can sing too."
Emily laughed and nodded.
"Is there anything you can't do?" Ron asked laughing.
"No, I can do anything," Emily replied.
Emily got her guitar and the band left. Everyone was leaving the Great Hall and going up to bed. When Emily and the others reached the common room, there were still people up talking about the concert.
The next night Emily was in the common room practicing her routines and songs. Harry, Ron, Fi, and Hermione were leaving the common room to get good seat for the show.
"See you there Em, break a leg." Em waved and gathered some of her things. Emily headed down to the Great Hall and when she got there everyone was waiting. It was dark so she could get her band together. When they set up she started singing and dancing right away. Harry watched her; she was so beautiful and could really dance. She sang a few songs and when she was done the lights went off and then came back on. Everyone applauded and she took a bow.
Everyone started leaving, but Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Fi stayed and waited for Em. She had to help take down the stage. When she was finished she ran up to Harry and hugged him.
"I missed you, did you like the show?" she asked and they all told her it was incredible.
They all went up to the common to talk more about the show. When they got there they all raved about the show.
"Well, I'm a little sleepy, so goodnight," Hermione said and went up to bed. When she was out of sight Fi said, "Okay Em, what's the plan."
Em thought about it for a minute then she said, "During our free period tomorrow someone has to bring her here and we'll surprise her with a small party."
They all agreed that Fi would bring Hermione to the common room and the others would prepare the party. They all went to bed in their separate rooms. Emily fell asleep but, she had a terrible nightmare.
"Emily, don't worry about me. You have to go I won't let you die," she heard Harry in here head.
"No Harry, they want me, it's me they want. Don't do it Harry. NO!!!" she screamed and woke herself up.
She wiped a cold sweat off her face and sat up. Everyone was still sleeping. She couldn't go back to sleep without checking on Harry. She walked into the boys' dorm and to Harry's bed. She looked at his face and brushed her hand on his cheek. Once she knew he was okay she went back to bed.