Ron sighed and leaned up against the wall near the entrance to the Gryffindor common room. It was good to know that Draco cared enough about him to make sure he didn't hurt his feelings once more. Maybe they could tell others about their relationship sooner than they thought, after all Draco's father wasn't around to punish him in any way... and besides they were adults now!
Suddenly, mid-contemplation, Ron heard someone approaching. He turned quickly to get a look, but no sooner had he, a fist came flying towards his face. He didn't have enough reaction time to duck and was so shocked by the blow that he flew backwards and onto the floor. His face flared in pain, his right eye was quickly becoming swollen as he tried to see his attacker. A foot make contact with his ribs and he struggled for air. He turned, crouching on all fours and tried to make a feeble attempt to flee before his legs were kicked out from under him and he fell flat on his face.
"Going somewhere, Weasley?"
Ron's heart stopped. It was Crabe and Goyle.
"We've been following you and Draco, we know what's going on. Whatever you have done to him it will stop NOW. You will never talk to him again if you value your life, Weasley."
"But I haven't done any-" Ron attempted to speak, as he lay on the floor in pain.
"DON'T YOU LIE TO US!" Goyle's face was fuming, his fist raised in the air. Ron had shut his eyes tightly preparing for another blow to the face, when someone let out a scream.
"What's going on!?" Ron recognized Professor McGonagall's voice. "You there! Stop!" She shouted towards Crabe and Goyle, but she decided she would have to deal with them later. "Mr. Weasley what has happened? Are you alright?" Her voice had become very soft and worried.
"I I was just standing here and they came up behind me and hit me I don't know what I did professor."
"Don't you worry, this will be taken care of immediately! Here, let me help you up." She extended a hand as he uncurled himself and slowly stood up. "Why don't I walk with you to your room, you need to lye down, and there was something I needed to tell you."
"Ok" Ron walked slowly through the portrait of the fat lady and up the stairs, his head throbbing. He sat down on his bed allowing Professor McGonagall to speak once more.
"Now Mr. Weasley, I was just coming down here to tell you that your detention with Mr. Malfoy has been reassigned for tonight but maybe it should wait another day, you don't look in the best condition"
"No professor, I will do it tonight. I can handle it."
She hesitated for a moment. "All All right. But I will not tolerate anymore violence between you and Mr. Malfoy! If you are only going to this detention tonight to pick another fight-" The Professor was back to her usual suspicions.
"No Professor, I just I just want to get this done with. I am going to rest here for now, like you said."
"Ok and if you have any problems go to the hospital wing immediately."
"I will. Thank you for your help." He let out a half smile through his black and blue face before collapsing onto the bed
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not the longest chapter... but more to come hopefully soon. thanks to those who reviewed :)
Dawn: yes, I love the happy endings after making it through everything too...
my other story might not turn out to be the happiest, so this story will probably
stick along a more emotional and happy plot to the end!
Akemi: thanks for clarifying that for me! we will see who finds out next...
anonymous: yes, im working on trying to get the longer and emotional parts put
in... a little bit at a time
Lady Shriannan Santrea: welcome, hope you liked this one as well!