Chapter 7 – February

Saturday 1st February

What happened on the 21st…

My eyes widened as I spun round and saw Harry looking at me with his arms folded with his eyebrows raised slightly. "I think you should tell him Ginny" Hermione said. "Yeah, you're right" I replied. I walked over to Harry and looked at him but I couldn't tell him to his face, so I told the story looking at the floor.

When I had finished, I felt Harry's hand lifting my chin gently. I looked into his eyes with tears in my own and noticed that his were shining in the same way. He pulled me into a tight hug which felt like it lasted forever. "You should have told me Ginny but it doesn't matter. I'm so sorry, this is all my fault" Harry said while he continued to hug me.

"It's not. I should have told someone sooner but I couldn't, I was so scared," I replied while I cried softly. Harry hugged me even tighter and kissed me on the top of my head. Eventually he let me go and still had his hands on my arms. "It's going to be ok Ginny, I'll sort this out" Harry replied.

Monday 3rd February

I was worried for the whole weekend. I didn't want Harry to get into any trouble over me. I told my friends what had happened and they were very supportive. I'd better go to breakfast anyway; I hope I don't see Cho along the way…

Every time I was by myself and Harry noticed, he quickly came over to me and held my hand. There was a time when Cho was about to say something but Harry quickly led me away. It's nice that he cares but I can't hide forever.

Monday 10th February

So far so good in my opinion. It's very nice to spend so much time with Harry even though we're in completely different lessons. I avoid Cho at all costs and she never has the chance to do anything when I'm with my friends or Harry. Even Ron and Hermione are keeping a watch over me.

I do feel safe but also quite weak. Does nobody think I can handle Cho myself? Maybe I can't but I'd like to try.

Friday 14th February

I cheered up because it's Valentines Day! I gave Harry a chocolate Snitch which he was very happy to eat in History of Magic. He gave me a silver heart-shaped necklace which I thought was sweet. My good mood couldn't be spoiled until I went to see Harry in his dorm.

He quickly stuffed something under his mattress and smiled at me innocently. I smiled back warily. Was Harry hiding something from me? I decided I had better ask. "Harry, what did you just stuff under your mattress?" I asked curiously. Harry's smile faded slightly. "Nothing" he replied but I could tell he was lying.

I raised my eyebrows at him and he gave in and showed me something which looked like a card. On the front was a heart and I opened inside and read the message:

Dearest Harry,

I want you with all my heart and I know we will someday get back together but first you have to ditch that filthy, minging, ginger freak who you call Ginny.

Yours eternally,

Love Cho.

Friday 21st February

I was worried all of this week but Harry kept reassuring me and telling me not to worry about it. But I was. Cho was going to do something to get Harry back and she wouldn't be able to accomplish it without getting rid of me.

Monday 24th February

Everyone is still keeping a close eye on me. Even my friends are now. I'm never alone, which sounds good but it isn't because I feel alone. Half of the time I'm just silent, listening to other people happy and carefree, I envy them. I decided I must do something about it.

Friday 28th February

Ok, I hope this plan will work. I'm sitting in Charms and my friends are keeping a close watch over me. I must get to the door before they can escort me to my dorm before dinner. The bell has just rung and I ran out of the door. I felt guilty but I would explain later. I looked around the corner I had just hid round and saw them talking to Ron and Hermione, they were asking where I was.

They all split up in opposite directions and Ron and Hermione were coming my way so I ran quickly around another corner and waited, panting slightly. I thought the coast was clear until I came face to face with Cho Chang.

"Hello, Ginny. Where are your friends to protect you?" she sneered. I said nothing and just glared at her. "Tut tut ginger nut, none of that now! I was merely asking a question". I tried to run but she blocked my way with her arm. "Now now Ginny, your not scared are you?" I still said nothing.

"Not wonderful Miss Weasley who my Harry adores so much" Cho sneered. "He's not yours" I answered. "Isn't he now? Well, he will be soon won't he? Once I have you out of the way of course" Cho said. Her fist raised and I shut my eyes quickly fearing the worst.

"LEAVE HER ALONE!!!!!" somebody bellowed from behind us. I opened my eyes and saw Harry standing there looking the angriest I had ever seen him.  "What if I don't my love?" Cho answered.

"First of all, I am NOT your love. Second of all, leave me alone! I do not love you anymore ok?! Third of all, leave my girlfriend alone!" Harry yelled. Cho turned back to me. "This isn't over" she said and she turned away. Before she left, she said to Harry: "I'll make you mine, Harry". Then she walked swiftly away leaving me and Harry alone.

"Are you ok Ginny? The others were so worried about you. What happened?" Harry asked. "I'm so sorry, Harry, I wanted to be on my own for one minute and Cho turned up. The others aren't angry are they?" I asked fearfully. "No, they just want to know if you're ok" Harry replied.

"I am now. Thank you Harry" I replied. Harry walked over to me and kissed me softly on the lips and hugged me. I felt so safe when I was with Harry but also so worried. What would Cho do to get Harry back?

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