FreeCell
Chapter 6
Virginia Weasley fell to the ground with a thud. Draco Malfoy sprinted to her. He stood right on the stone platform right as the bright light enveloped the grotto. As it cleared, Selene gracefully glided to him. She was carrying Ginny, and she had a small smile on her face, "I am proud of you, Draco. You have come to help your comrade in her time of need. But do not fear, my boy, because she will wake soon. I have given some of my strength to revive her," she said. Almost as if she had heard her, Ginny woke up and smiled at the goddess. She then stood up.
Severus Snape and Remus Lupin stood at the base of the stone platform with their mouths open in surprise. Selene walked down to them and smiled, "Who are you?" Snape managed to say. The woman was a beauty, towering at six feet.
"I am no one in particular, Severus," she said to Snape, but then turned to Lupin, "You, are the little werewolf, are you not?" she asked.
"Yes," he said and got to his knees.
"Get up! No need to grovel before me, it was not I that saved you. It was my children. Bless them, and you for choosing them. I understand that they are in a little contest with the other magical schools in the area. Take it from me; they will have no problem winning. Virginia was wise to choose this subject." The two elder men only nodded and Selene dismissed herself to speak with Draco and Ginny.
The three sorcerers, dressed in pale white and silver walked under the light of the moon toward the river. Draco and Ginny were situated on either side of the goddess, and speaking to her quietly.
"Selene, thank you for the flowers. We might be able to win the competition now!" Ginny said, as she hugged the goddess gratefully.
"Yes, I agree. Thank you for all of your help," Draco said and nodded curtly. Selene put on a wounded face and grabbed him into a hug. Eventually Draco smiled, actually glad and hugged her back.
"You two have much growing to go. Never let go of this tie between you. It is very strong. I am proud of you, my children. Continue in your good work." Selene smiled and disappeared into the night sky. Draco and Ginny ignored each other and sat in an uncomfortable silence for a good ten minutes until Remus Lupin interrupted them.
He grabbed Ginny into a huge hug and she giggled as he twirled her around, "Thank you so much, Gin! This means the world to me," he said when he stopped. Ginny felt the tears coming. It was times like this that she was proud to be a witch. Then he turned to Draco, "I am proud of you Draco. You have surpassed anything that I thought you would ever come to be. It pleases me that you have taken the mark of the Moon Goddess rather than that of the Dark Lord. Thank you for giving me my sanity back." Draco nodded and accepted a hug from his Professor before they headed back to the school for the night. They would be leaving early in the morning for their contest.
* * * * * * * *
Virginia Weasley was genuinely happy. Here she was sitting across from her worst enemy- turned greatest adversary and next to her potions master on the way to France to go the International Potions Competition, and she couldn't wait. She was going to win this thing, and finally be recognized. Yeah, of course, she was Ginny Weasley, resident bitch at Hogwarts, but she wanted the world to know her.
It was this ambition that scared her brother, Ron. He knew that she would have been better off in Slytherin, that's why he tried to ignore her. Bloody brothers. They dump you right when you need them. It didn't bother her, anymore, though. She didn't need him or Harry Potter. She didn't need anyone, and that was perfect for her.
The carriage pulled into Beauxbatons' yard, and there were many students waiting for their arrival. The two students from Hogwarts had already gotten their schedules, and they knew they would only be here until tomorrow, so they decided to make the best of it.
First off, the students who were competing were to set up their booths in the Great Hall by 11:00. From 11:30 - 2:00 would be the judging, and the winners would be announced at the Ball held that night. Of course, just to her luck, she was being forced to partner with Draco, as he was the only person in the place she knew, and she wanted to be there when they announced her name.
The Great Hall was full of hustle and bustle, and people trying to get their booths set up before the deadline. When Ginny approached the designated place for she and Draco to set up their potion, she immediately got to work.
"Virginia." A cold voice that sounded foreign to her ears rang pleasantly. She looked up, a frown screwed into her countenance.
"What, Draco?" She said with malice in her voice. She hadn't heard him speak her name in so long, and she found that she loved the sound of it rolling off his tongue.
"What are you doing?" He asked.
"I'm setting up the booth."
"Why are you putting it there? We are supposed to be over there." He said and pointed to the sign across the small aisle. It read 'Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Students: Draco Malfoy and Virginia Weasley'. Ginny growled and floated her supplies across the aisle and began working again. Draco helped her, and in no time they were done.
Eventually, after sitting for what seemed like hours, the judges came to see them. Draco and Ginny stood to the front of their presentation, ready to answer any questions.
"Mr. Malfoy? Miss Weasley?" The judge said. The two students nodded, "I understand that you have created a potion to cure any werewolf of his ailment. Is this true? How does it work?"
"Well, sir, we took into consideration the fact that all werewolves hate the moon. Upon realization of this, we decided to use a Moon Flower to make them become like the moon, rather than mourn it. We already have a successful human trial." The judge nodded his approval at Ginny's speech.
"And how can I know this trial was truly successful?"
"Take a look at the registered werewolves from today to about a week ago. Remus Lupin has passed a test and is no longer a registrar," Draco said. The judge smiled. He took some time to look around the booth marking down things on his clipboard before moving on. Professor Snape came up from behind the students, dismissing them to look at some of the potions made by other people. Ginny was slinking around a booth with two handsome French boys who had created an advanced, painless version of Polyjuice Potion while Draco was hanging around two adorable Italian girls that made an advanced Confundus Draught.
The day ended slowly and at the end, Ginny found herself dreading the night. She and Draco hadn't hardly talked all day. He was too busy with those two bimbos to care about anything other than them, so she spent her time with those French boys. Ooh la la! That was fun!
She hated dressing up like a girl. Her robes were one thing, but Dress Robes were completely different. They were a deep forest green, and reached down to her heels. Fred and George had bought them for her a couple of years back and this was her first time wearing them. They fit her perfectly, plunging a little at the neck. She wore a silver chain with a large diamond elegantly around her collar. It was her most cherished family heirloom.
She tied back her hair, curling it into ringlets and letting fall around the top of her head. Two tendrils of hair framed her face perfectly. She put on minimal makeup, just a little eye shadow and mascara. If it weren't for her mother, and a pending guilty conscience she would have forgotten it all together.
Ginny walked down he stairs to the Entrance Hall where she was supposed to meet Draco. He looked stunning, of course, in his black robes. He didn't slick back his hair, but left it hanging down into his eyes instead. Ginny smiled weakly, and he offered his arm. She slowly accepted it, and they headed into the Great Hall.
Professor Severus Snape was standing by the opposite side of the hall looking at his pupils. They looked uncomfortable, he knew something had happened, and he also knew that they would dance to please him. He turned his head to the side and saw the gorgeous blue eyes of his wife. She was a teacher at Beauxbatons, and a lovely woman.
"Emily, my dear, would you care to join me for a quick spin around the dance floor?"
"Of course, dear, then I can give you the grand tour of the castle." She winked and he smiled, pulling her closer to him. So they would get off easy. It's not his fault that he only got to see his wife three times a year.
Meanwhile, Ginny was stiffly walking to a table with Draco. They sat next to each other, silent. Ginny caught Snape in her eyes and saw him glaring at them. Draco must have seen it, too, because he grabbed her and led her to the dance floor without a word.
The music was classical, to the dismay of many, but Ginny always loved ballroom dancing. She was surprisingly good, in fact, and she and Draco waltzed around the floor exceeding the efforts of the other couples. Ginny looked into his eyes, and he looked into hers. The music quieted and eventually stopped.
She still held him. Funny, she thought, how he can be such a prat and yet so desirable. Suddenly, without any warning, he kissed her. She kissed him back. This was full of passion, much more so than the last time. She pulled out and looked at his eyes. They were confused, lost.
"Draco," she said, "Why did you do that?" She asked him.
"Ginny, we need to talk."
"About what?"
"Well, how about in general! We haven't talked in weeks. And we need to discuss something, only not here. Let's go outside." Ginny only nodded, because she was in a daze. She hadn't seen Draco take control in any situation that involved her. She had to admit, it was quite a turn on.
He dragged her through corridors and into a broom closet. She leaned against the far wall with her arms across her chest, "Talk," she said.
"Okay. Well... Let me see... What was the question again?"
"You dragged me through this entire school, Draco! Speak! Or I'll leave!" Her arms were flailing. Draco grabbed one. He was surprisingly gentle. Ginny stopped moving. She leaned her face close to his and kissed him gently on the lips.
"Why is it that you make me feel this way, Weasley?" Draco said, collecting her lips one more time.
"I have no idea, Malfoy," she said as she pulled out of it. She looked into his cool, gray eyes. He looked at her and smiled uncertainly.
"What does this mean?"
"What do you want it to mean?"
"Stop being difficult!"
"I'm not being difficult! I'm not the one engaged to Pansy Parkinson!" Draco stood up abruptly. He grimaced.
"You're right. We can't do this, Ginny. I-I don't know what to do. You're much better than fucking Parkinson!"
"Am I?" Ginny asked, wrapping her arms around his tall frame. He nodded, "Am I better looking? Am I smarter? Am I a better kisser?" He nodded affirmatively to all three of her questions, and she smiled before kissing him soundly, "Let's not worry about this now, Draco. It can be our secret." She whispered against his mouth.
* * * * * * * * * *
Draco and Ginny walked back to the ball hand in hand. All frustration between them had been... worked out. It was getting late, and time to announce the winners. But, Draco and Ginny didn't care. They looked around for Snape, but he wasn't there. A slow waltz started up and Draco led Ginny to the floor. She smiled and followed him. They danced and danced, their moves matching perfectly. When the song ended, Draco smiled at her. It was a genuine smile. He gathered her up in his arms and kissed her strongly.
In the background, the announcement for the winning potion was made.
Ginny smiled as the spotlight turned to them.
A/N: Aww! How sweet! I am glad that I got that chapter out of the way! Smooth sailing from here, people! I am already starting on the next chapter!!
Thank you to Nikki who still loves me no matter what!
And, since my computer is stupid and won't let me review, I will leave reviews here! Basically, it's a list of all of the authors and stories I love: Kellyanne (Green and Gold), Davesmom (all of them!), Anise (Jewel of the Harem and Ginny and Draco Do America or Dude! Where's my Eye?), Lady Rhiyana (Unforgiven), Thatswhatyouthink (Anything. I Love her, and she knows it!), and, of course, Gambit Gurl Isis (The Devil Went Down to Hogsmeade and Forked Tongue)
I love all of your fics, and if you want me to read any, just post them in the review!
Reviewing would be REALLY nice ^_^' !
Virginia Weasley fell to the ground with a thud. Draco Malfoy sprinted to her. He stood right on the stone platform right as the bright light enveloped the grotto. As it cleared, Selene gracefully glided to him. She was carrying Ginny, and she had a small smile on her face, "I am proud of you, Draco. You have come to help your comrade in her time of need. But do not fear, my boy, because she will wake soon. I have given some of my strength to revive her," she said. Almost as if she had heard her, Ginny woke up and smiled at the goddess. She then stood up.
Severus Snape and Remus Lupin stood at the base of the stone platform with their mouths open in surprise. Selene walked down to them and smiled, "Who are you?" Snape managed to say. The woman was a beauty, towering at six feet.
"I am no one in particular, Severus," she said to Snape, but then turned to Lupin, "You, are the little werewolf, are you not?" she asked.
"Yes," he said and got to his knees.
"Get up! No need to grovel before me, it was not I that saved you. It was my children. Bless them, and you for choosing them. I understand that they are in a little contest with the other magical schools in the area. Take it from me; they will have no problem winning. Virginia was wise to choose this subject." The two elder men only nodded and Selene dismissed herself to speak with Draco and Ginny.
The three sorcerers, dressed in pale white and silver walked under the light of the moon toward the river. Draco and Ginny were situated on either side of the goddess, and speaking to her quietly.
"Selene, thank you for the flowers. We might be able to win the competition now!" Ginny said, as she hugged the goddess gratefully.
"Yes, I agree. Thank you for all of your help," Draco said and nodded curtly. Selene put on a wounded face and grabbed him into a hug. Eventually Draco smiled, actually glad and hugged her back.
"You two have much growing to go. Never let go of this tie between you. It is very strong. I am proud of you, my children. Continue in your good work." Selene smiled and disappeared into the night sky. Draco and Ginny ignored each other and sat in an uncomfortable silence for a good ten minutes until Remus Lupin interrupted them.
He grabbed Ginny into a huge hug and she giggled as he twirled her around, "Thank you so much, Gin! This means the world to me," he said when he stopped. Ginny felt the tears coming. It was times like this that she was proud to be a witch. Then he turned to Draco, "I am proud of you Draco. You have surpassed anything that I thought you would ever come to be. It pleases me that you have taken the mark of the Moon Goddess rather than that of the Dark Lord. Thank you for giving me my sanity back." Draco nodded and accepted a hug from his Professor before they headed back to the school for the night. They would be leaving early in the morning for their contest.
* * * * * * * *
Virginia Weasley was genuinely happy. Here she was sitting across from her worst enemy- turned greatest adversary and next to her potions master on the way to France to go the International Potions Competition, and she couldn't wait. She was going to win this thing, and finally be recognized. Yeah, of course, she was Ginny Weasley, resident bitch at Hogwarts, but she wanted the world to know her.
It was this ambition that scared her brother, Ron. He knew that she would have been better off in Slytherin, that's why he tried to ignore her. Bloody brothers. They dump you right when you need them. It didn't bother her, anymore, though. She didn't need him or Harry Potter. She didn't need anyone, and that was perfect for her.
The carriage pulled into Beauxbatons' yard, and there were many students waiting for their arrival. The two students from Hogwarts had already gotten their schedules, and they knew they would only be here until tomorrow, so they decided to make the best of it.
First off, the students who were competing were to set up their booths in the Great Hall by 11:00. From 11:30 - 2:00 would be the judging, and the winners would be announced at the Ball held that night. Of course, just to her luck, she was being forced to partner with Draco, as he was the only person in the place she knew, and she wanted to be there when they announced her name.
The Great Hall was full of hustle and bustle, and people trying to get their booths set up before the deadline. When Ginny approached the designated place for she and Draco to set up their potion, she immediately got to work.
"Virginia." A cold voice that sounded foreign to her ears rang pleasantly. She looked up, a frown screwed into her countenance.
"What, Draco?" She said with malice in her voice. She hadn't heard him speak her name in so long, and she found that she loved the sound of it rolling off his tongue.
"What are you doing?" He asked.
"I'm setting up the booth."
"Why are you putting it there? We are supposed to be over there." He said and pointed to the sign across the small aisle. It read 'Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Students: Draco Malfoy and Virginia Weasley'. Ginny growled and floated her supplies across the aisle and began working again. Draco helped her, and in no time they were done.
Eventually, after sitting for what seemed like hours, the judges came to see them. Draco and Ginny stood to the front of their presentation, ready to answer any questions.
"Mr. Malfoy? Miss Weasley?" The judge said. The two students nodded, "I understand that you have created a potion to cure any werewolf of his ailment. Is this true? How does it work?"
"Well, sir, we took into consideration the fact that all werewolves hate the moon. Upon realization of this, we decided to use a Moon Flower to make them become like the moon, rather than mourn it. We already have a successful human trial." The judge nodded his approval at Ginny's speech.
"And how can I know this trial was truly successful?"
"Take a look at the registered werewolves from today to about a week ago. Remus Lupin has passed a test and is no longer a registrar," Draco said. The judge smiled. He took some time to look around the booth marking down things on his clipboard before moving on. Professor Snape came up from behind the students, dismissing them to look at some of the potions made by other people. Ginny was slinking around a booth with two handsome French boys who had created an advanced, painless version of Polyjuice Potion while Draco was hanging around two adorable Italian girls that made an advanced Confundus Draught.
The day ended slowly and at the end, Ginny found herself dreading the night. She and Draco hadn't hardly talked all day. He was too busy with those two bimbos to care about anything other than them, so she spent her time with those French boys. Ooh la la! That was fun!
She hated dressing up like a girl. Her robes were one thing, but Dress Robes were completely different. They were a deep forest green, and reached down to her heels. Fred and George had bought them for her a couple of years back and this was her first time wearing them. They fit her perfectly, plunging a little at the neck. She wore a silver chain with a large diamond elegantly around her collar. It was her most cherished family heirloom.
She tied back her hair, curling it into ringlets and letting fall around the top of her head. Two tendrils of hair framed her face perfectly. She put on minimal makeup, just a little eye shadow and mascara. If it weren't for her mother, and a pending guilty conscience she would have forgotten it all together.
Ginny walked down he stairs to the Entrance Hall where she was supposed to meet Draco. He looked stunning, of course, in his black robes. He didn't slick back his hair, but left it hanging down into his eyes instead. Ginny smiled weakly, and he offered his arm. She slowly accepted it, and they headed into the Great Hall.
Professor Severus Snape was standing by the opposite side of the hall looking at his pupils. They looked uncomfortable, he knew something had happened, and he also knew that they would dance to please him. He turned his head to the side and saw the gorgeous blue eyes of his wife. She was a teacher at Beauxbatons, and a lovely woman.
"Emily, my dear, would you care to join me for a quick spin around the dance floor?"
"Of course, dear, then I can give you the grand tour of the castle." She winked and he smiled, pulling her closer to him. So they would get off easy. It's not his fault that he only got to see his wife three times a year.
Meanwhile, Ginny was stiffly walking to a table with Draco. They sat next to each other, silent. Ginny caught Snape in her eyes and saw him glaring at them. Draco must have seen it, too, because he grabbed her and led her to the dance floor without a word.
The music was classical, to the dismay of many, but Ginny always loved ballroom dancing. She was surprisingly good, in fact, and she and Draco waltzed around the floor exceeding the efforts of the other couples. Ginny looked into his eyes, and he looked into hers. The music quieted and eventually stopped.
She still held him. Funny, she thought, how he can be such a prat and yet so desirable. Suddenly, without any warning, he kissed her. She kissed him back. This was full of passion, much more so than the last time. She pulled out and looked at his eyes. They were confused, lost.
"Draco," she said, "Why did you do that?" She asked him.
"Ginny, we need to talk."
"About what?"
"Well, how about in general! We haven't talked in weeks. And we need to discuss something, only not here. Let's go outside." Ginny only nodded, because she was in a daze. She hadn't seen Draco take control in any situation that involved her. She had to admit, it was quite a turn on.
He dragged her through corridors and into a broom closet. She leaned against the far wall with her arms across her chest, "Talk," she said.
"Okay. Well... Let me see... What was the question again?"
"You dragged me through this entire school, Draco! Speak! Or I'll leave!" Her arms were flailing. Draco grabbed one. He was surprisingly gentle. Ginny stopped moving. She leaned her face close to his and kissed him gently on the lips.
"Why is it that you make me feel this way, Weasley?" Draco said, collecting her lips one more time.
"I have no idea, Malfoy," she said as she pulled out of it. She looked into his cool, gray eyes. He looked at her and smiled uncertainly.
"What does this mean?"
"What do you want it to mean?"
"Stop being difficult!"
"I'm not being difficult! I'm not the one engaged to Pansy Parkinson!" Draco stood up abruptly. He grimaced.
"You're right. We can't do this, Ginny. I-I don't know what to do. You're much better than fucking Parkinson!"
"Am I?" Ginny asked, wrapping her arms around his tall frame. He nodded, "Am I better looking? Am I smarter? Am I a better kisser?" He nodded affirmatively to all three of her questions, and she smiled before kissing him soundly, "Let's not worry about this now, Draco. It can be our secret." She whispered against his mouth.
* * * * * * * * * *
Draco and Ginny walked back to the ball hand in hand. All frustration between them had been... worked out. It was getting late, and time to announce the winners. But, Draco and Ginny didn't care. They looked around for Snape, but he wasn't there. A slow waltz started up and Draco led Ginny to the floor. She smiled and followed him. They danced and danced, their moves matching perfectly. When the song ended, Draco smiled at her. It was a genuine smile. He gathered her up in his arms and kissed her strongly.
In the background, the announcement for the winning potion was made.
Ginny smiled as the spotlight turned to them.
A/N: Aww! How sweet! I am glad that I got that chapter out of the way! Smooth sailing from here, people! I am already starting on the next chapter!!
Thank you to Nikki who still loves me no matter what!
And, since my computer is stupid and won't let me review, I will leave reviews here! Basically, it's a list of all of the authors and stories I love: Kellyanne (Green and Gold), Davesmom (all of them!), Anise (Jewel of the Harem and Ginny and Draco Do America or Dude! Where's my Eye?), Lady Rhiyana (Unforgiven), Thatswhatyouthink (Anything. I Love her, and she knows it!), and, of course, Gambit Gurl Isis (The Devil Went Down to Hogsmeade and Forked Tongue)
I love all of your fics, and if you want me to read any, just post them in the review!
Reviewing would be REALLY nice ^_^' !