As Halloween rolled around Dustin was still all by himself with the exception of Cora. Strangely, he didn't seem to mind having only her as a friend. Despite the fact that she was the daughter of the famous Ron Weasly and Hermione Granger, Cora was finding it equally as hard to make friends. She sat with Dustin in the common room late into the night talking about all sorts of things. Much to her surprise, Cora felt happier then she had in her entire life. As much as she hated to believe it, Harry and Lilly weren't her true friends, they were just some kids she had always been with. For the first time, she realized what it was like to have a confident. She felt like she could tell Dustin anything. Dustin seemed to feel the same about her. He told her every secret of his family. Cora began to see how hard life really was for him. No friends, no family, nothing.

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On the day before Halloween was a trip to Hogsmede. Cora was excited. This was the first year that every year was allowed to go.
Oh Dustin," she said dreamily. "This'll be so fun!" He didn't look up or answer her. "What's wrong?" she asked her excitement gone. Dustin handed her a blank parental form. "No signature, can't go." He grunted. Cora flopped next to him on the couch and stretched. The two sat there quietly for a long time. By the time Cora spoke again the common room was nearly empty.
"I'll stay behind," she paused, "for you." Dustin looked gratefully up at her. He couldn't believe she'd stay behind for him. She had talked non-stop for weeks about it. "Really?" Cora reached over and gave him a hug. "Of course, Dustin. What kinda friend do you think I am?" With that she flounced off to her dormitory leaving him staring after her. It was at that moment that Dustin Malfoy fell in love with Cora Weasley.

***Sorry so short but the point of this chapter came quicker then expected. Please review!!!!!! *falls on knees and begs* I'll hypnotize you all!!!! (**************) watch pretty stars.review!!!!!