Harry Potter & the Honeychurch Institute of Magic
By Darkmoore
"I am not fourteen anymore, why do I keep doing this?"
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Chapter Twenty: Quidditch and Love
A week or so later Harry finally managed to get the organs that lived in his underpants to stop behaving like he was still fourteen and though his dreams were becoming far more vivid each night, he was waking up before any cleaning charms were needed. Somehow this made Harry feel better about himself.
Harry had also suggested to the Brutus House Quidditch team and the Honeychurch 7 team that maybe they should get started on their training and practicing, as their match would soon be upon them. The mere mention of the game seemed to motivate them rather quickly. After only a few disagreements about booking the pitch for practice, Harry had the two team captains all squared away.
It was on the Saturday evening after one of the Brutus House team had spent the better part of the day practicing, that Harry sat in his office reading a large stack of incredibly long essay that he had assigned his students. "What the hell was I thinking when I assigned these essays to the kids?" he asked himself in disgust. He had a very long night ahead of him reading.
After a couple of hours Harry took a break from grading. He took out his map and pointed his wand at it and said "I solemnly swear I am up to no good," and the map activated. Harry then spent a few minutes at his new hobby of teacher watching trying to find 'her' on the map. I loved to watch her on the map when he couldn't justify going to her office just to chat or hopefully bumping into her in the teacher's lounge. He felt quite pathetic doing this, but she drove him crazy in his dreams, so he felt justified.
He soon located her dot in her quarters in the staff tower. Then his mind drifted to what she might be doing. Was she undressing? Taking a bath? Reading? Correcting papers? "Hmmm" he said out load.
"Hello? What's this?" Harry asked as he noticed three dots in the greenhouses. It was well before curfew, but this didn't look very good. It appeared that Theo Kotorwas was spying on Daithi Flannery and Audrey Simmons, who in turn appeared to be snogging in a secluded corner of the greenhouses.
"I better check this out; just to be sure it's all okay." he quickly convinced himself and headed down to the greenhouses. After a few minutes he arrived and began to seek out the three teenagers. By the time he found them Theo Kotorwas and Daithi Flannery were coming to blows over the honor of Audrey Simmons. When Harry separated the two boys, Daithi had a black eye and Theo has sporting a bloody nose.
"Would someone like to inform me what in the hell is going on down here this evening?" asked a very angry teacher.
"He started it!" both boys answered at once and pointed at each other.
"Ms. Simmons, do you have any idea what is going on tonight since these two are not exactly being informative?" Harry asked the short plump girl.
"Well professor," she began a bit embarrassed, "you see Daithi and I were down here … well we were …"
"You were snogging, yes I figured that part out already. What happened after that bit?" he asked.
"Well Theo here burst through the plants and started yelling at Daithi here about being dishonorable towards me and that he was trying to take advantage of my virtue. As if it were any of his business." she plainly stated while looking defiantly at her fellow class mate.
Harry was beginning to think this would probably end up being funny, if it weren't so tragic for the three of them right at this moment.
"Anyway, Daithi defended him self and me and told him he would never do that. That's when Theo hit him and gave him the black eye. Of course, Daithi defended him self and hit him back."
"I thought as much." Harry said looking at the two boys with disappointment. Then he called out for … "Dobby."
The elf popped in and asked, "Yes Harry Potter sir? What does he needs with his Dobby tonight?"
"Can you please inform Professor Sangeorge that I am bringing these two young men to the infirmary and would appreciate her assistance in patching up their faces?" Harry asked his faithful friend.
"Yes sir, Harry Potter, sir, anything you's needs." And Dobby popped out again.
"Now let's take a little trip to the infirmary shall we gentlemen?" Harry asked as he took each boy by the collars of their robes and made sure they found their way.
* * * * *
Sometime later Theo Kotorwas and Daithi Flannery exited the infirmary after being mended by Professor Sangeorge and been further lectured by Professor Potter and given a detention each to be served with him. Audrey escaped punishment for having actually done nothing wrong.
"Well, that was interesting, Harry." said Vesta with a hint of amusement in her voice. "You certainly let them off easy tonight. I suspect Botolf will give them a good stern lecture in the morning when he finds out."
"I suppose they were boys and needed to get it out of their system, besides who says he'll find out?" Harry replied to her.
"Harry, he is the sixth year's sponsor and two of his students were involved here this evening. He should be informed of this incident immediately." she said sternly.
"Then by all means, if you wish to tell him, then go ahead. As for myself, I consider the matter closed and the problem punished and dealt with … for the time being."
"What do you have in mind?" Vesta asked, a bit intrigued with what he was now planning for the two boys.
Harry shot her a wink and a wicked smile and said, "Something terrible."
* * * * *
The next morning bright and early Harry was heading down to breakfast, but dropped by his office where he found young Philip Lambert waiting for him, looking a bit nervous.
"Good morning Mr. Lambert, is there something I can do for you?" Harry asked cheerfully.
"Actually, sir there is, if you don't mind that is. I mean … well …" said Phil a bit nervous and unsure of him self that morning.
"Why don't we step into my office and we can talk about it more privately."
Phil nodded and moved into the office where he stared at his feet and didn't say much at all.
"Mr. Lambert, whatever it is, it's alright, and you can tell me anything." Harry said trying to reassure the young man.
"Wlluteechmitushve?" he mumbled quickly
"I'm sorry I didn't quite catch that. Could you repeat it?" Harry was becoming a bit concerned now.
However, Phil became brave, sighed and said "Would you please teach me how to shave sir? I know I don't need too much yet, but it's annoying me and I don't know the proper incantation to use my wand."
Relieved, Harry smiled and said, "Of course I will. Why didn't you ask your class sponsor?"
"Professor Sangeorge is nice and all, but she's a woman. She wouldn't understand. You're a guy and you would." Phil explained to the young teacher.
"Dobby." Harry called out and the elf popped in almost instantly. "Could you bring two trays of breakfast up here? Mr. Lambert and I will be in a private tutorial this morning."
Phil smiled happily and Dobby popped out and returned a few moments later with some breakfast for the two of them.
"Alright then, when you want to shave a large area quickly you hold your wand out about this far. For closer shaves, such as around a goatee or side burns you would hold it closer to your face for a tighter beam from the wand. Now let's go over the incantation as we have breakfast."
* * * * *
Later that afternoon, Daithi Flannery and Theo Kotorwas arrived for their detentions with Professor Potter.
"Oh good gentlemen, I see you've arrived for Sunday afternoon torture session." Harry said in an offhanded manner.
Both young men looked a bit taken aback, but knew that their defense teacher above all other things was a fair man and was probably joking.
Harry continued, "Now before we begin the punishment, I would like you both to sit down and explain to me why you both felt the need to engage in a fistfight in the greenhouses last night. Do try to avoid blaming each other, just tell me about your own particular involvement in the skirmish."
Daithi began, "Sir, Audrey and I were only in the greenhouse last night because we wanted a bit of privacy to …" he looked at his fellow detainee and blushed, but continued, "… well we wanted to snog, sir."
"Perfectly understandable thing for you to do at your age. Been known to do it myself from time to time but please continue." Harry said.
"Then this git comes barging in and accuses me of taking advantage of her innocence and then we had words, which lead to punches."
"I see. What is your version of events Mr. Kotorwas?" Harry said as he turned his attention to the other boy sitting before him.
"I followed them down to the greenhouses because I heard that he was planning do to more with her than just snog and I didn't want to see her placed in that position where she may have felt pressured into doing something that she wasn't ready for. I had to protect her even from herself, sir." Theo said.
Harry nodded and looked back and forth between the two boys and then said, "Do you love her?"
They both answered, "Yes." very quietly.
"I'm sorry but can we have a bit of volume on that reply?"
"Yes, I love her." Daithi said with conviction.
"I love her also, sir." Theo replied a moment later.
"I suspected as much. Do you hate each other? I mean deep down, do you hate each other?"
Theo replied first this time, "No, I don't hate him, I just don't want him to touch her or pressure her."
"Mr. Flannery?" Harry asked, waiting for a reply from the stunned young man.
"Err, no sir, I don't hate anyone."
"Excellent. Mr. Flannery I believe that you are probably ready to forgive Mr. Kotorwas for his ill thought judgment of last night." Daithi nodded. "Mr. Kotorwas, I'm sure that you truly hold any ill will towards Mr. Flannery for defended both himself and the person he cares for." Theo also nodded.
"Good! Now I want you to stand up, apologize to each other, shake hands and then take yourselves down to the greenhouse and repair whatever damage was done to it last night." Harry said sternly.
"Yes, sir" the two said and did as he instructed.
* * * * *
The next week went well enough for everyone in the school. Harry stopped giving out so much homework as he was becoming cross eyed and began preparing for the upcoming Quidditch match between Brutus House and the Honeychurch 7 which would take place that Saturday.
The morning of the game, Harry awoke feeling like he could do anything in the world. He jumps out of bed and makes his way into the bath to prepare of the day. As he walked into the dining hall that morning he found it full of students excitedly waiting for the game to begin. Fourteen of which looked slightly ill at the prospect of flying in such cold weather.
After breakfast was over and everyone began their trek down to the Quidditch pitch, Harry stood in the middle of it wearing his flying gear and had a trunk full of balls at his feet along with his beloved Firebolt. Soon the players emerged form their changing rooms and each team flew around the pitch before taking their places in the center around Harry as the two team captains landed.
"Alright, I want a nice clean game," Harry said, "I want the captain to shake hands and take to your brooms." This is what Daithi Flannery and Lester Nethery did and took to the air. After they were in position, Harry released the bludgers and the golden snitch. Then bent down and threw the Quaffle into the air and the game was underway.
The game itself went wonderfully. It was an exciting well matched event and the crowd was pleased beyond words, especially when the Brutus team took a sudden jump in points. However, as it always does with Quidditch, it's the seekers who count the most and it was down to the two of them.
Finally the snitch had been spotted, but it was by Harry himself who desperately tried his best to not go after the shimmering ball. He so wanted to impress her with the catch and he knew she was in the stands watching the game with the rest of the school. However, a Snitchnip by the referee would not impress her in the least bit.
However, the two seekers soon had their eyes on the snitch and were both after it in a flash. Xander Malfoy and Daisy Gamble flew like maniacs for the ball. However, in Daisy's benefit the snitch suddenly changed direction and flew right up Daisy's sleeve and getting caught there winning the game for Honeychurch Seven at 210 points to Brutus' 140 points.
* * * * *
That evening after the spectacular win by the Honeychurch Seven, the Headmistress was in an excellent mood. Her team had won after all. Before the evening meal began she stood and made an announcement to the student body.
"If I may have everyone's attention for a few moments." called out Madame Klump and everyone turned to her as she went on, "After today's wonderful game, I would like to announce that this year the staff and I have decided to have a Valentine's Day Ball."
Several of the girls became very excited about the prospect of a dance and several of the boys looked like their evening meal had just been ruined for them.
"Everyone is invited to the ball, though I would encourage you to have a date for the occasion." Madame Klump continued with a smile. "Further details concerning this ball will be posted in your house common rooms and on the library bulletin board. So everyone get your dress robes out and gentlemen, start figuring out whom you are going to ask to the ball."
Harry took her words to heart and with his Gryffindor bravery turn and looked at her and with a deep breath in his chest asked…
"Would you go to the Valentine's Day Ball with me?"
To Be Continued…
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Author's Note: To everyone who reviewed, thanks again...
neely61 wrote Still lovin' it. Keep up the great writing (and the quick posting)! Loved the last chapter with Harry & Percy (for some some reason my author alert didn't update that one so I read both chapters today)
Answer - Yes, Percy getting a butt whipping seems to be everyone's favorite pass time.
TuxedoMac wrote Now that one threw me for a loop about him being a gay vampire. the info on the vampries was common stuff but still well done. i must say thow if you went by the masqarade rules a vampire knowing prodion level 10 could walk in open sun light. i also thought that was a funny line of "Why do gay guys always hit on me?" Harry asked Remus. other then that I enjoyed it again and hope to read more.
Answer - I had already set up the vampire scenario when I realized that JKR hadn't ever defined vampires in her universe other than the time they wanted to form a all vampire Quidditch team. In order to do that they would have to be able to come out at least on overcasat days.
athenakitty wrote Hehe! Not the first now! :-) Will Harry get more information about what happen to Percy? Will Harry ask Ron? Will Harry go to Hogwarts and speak with the sorting hat? Will Harry spin the tale of how he got Draco off his scent? How long does the "spots in vision" last when one pull the rope? How much of a hit is Harry's guests? Who is Harry interested in?
Answer - Hey Athena! I love it when you ask me questions. You hate when I don't answer. :) Spots in the vision only lasts a few minutes. Harry will not be going to Hogwarts during the school year. How Harry ditched Draco was Hermione's idea and not really part of the story. You'll find out in another story I have cooking. Harry is interested in one of the other teachers (female). As for Weatherby, well, you may here more on him later.
Wytil wrote I missed a couple of days when Percy got Busted! Now poor Harry getting picked on by gay critters. Whats a poor boy - young man to do? Wet dreams? At his age? For shame! That woman must be identified !! SOON! (Or a reasonable replacement - ask Dobby if one is around?)
Answer - By Valentines Day at the latest. Harry is very brave except when it comes to his love life. He moves slower than anything.
jwbartle wrote Loved those last 2 chapters, especially the one with percy in it, and I still can't wait to find out who the woman that harry keeps dreaming about is!
Answer - You & everyone else. :)
The Libran Iniquity wrote Bloody hell, this is a marathon and a half... a few typos here and there... and one other thing; Harry's a pure-blood (both parents at Hogwarts), so why would the painting refer to him as a half-blood?? Other than that, I'll be back at this with a sharp pointy stick very soon... I am *not* giving up now!
Answer - In interviews with JKR she refers to Harry as a half-blood, because his mother is a muggle born witch. HOwever, there have been excellent arguments on both sides. My favorite is that Harry is a first generation pureblood, however, until JKR says otherwise, half blood wins. Besides, she also said the 3 main charcters are a pureblood (Ron), a halfblood (Harry and a muggle born (Hermione), that way everyone is represented as equal. :)
Tynkerbell asked about Buckbeak.
Answer - That was 8 years ago in this story's timeline. I forgot all about him. How long do Hippogriffs live anyway?
By Darkmoore
"I am not fourteen anymore, why do I keep doing this?"
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Chapter Twenty: Quidditch and Love
A week or so later Harry finally managed to get the organs that lived in his underpants to stop behaving like he was still fourteen and though his dreams were becoming far more vivid each night, he was waking up before any cleaning charms were needed. Somehow this made Harry feel better about himself.
Harry had also suggested to the Brutus House Quidditch team and the Honeychurch 7 team that maybe they should get started on their training and practicing, as their match would soon be upon them. The mere mention of the game seemed to motivate them rather quickly. After only a few disagreements about booking the pitch for practice, Harry had the two team captains all squared away.
It was on the Saturday evening after one of the Brutus House team had spent the better part of the day practicing, that Harry sat in his office reading a large stack of incredibly long essay that he had assigned his students. "What the hell was I thinking when I assigned these essays to the kids?" he asked himself in disgust. He had a very long night ahead of him reading.
After a couple of hours Harry took a break from grading. He took out his map and pointed his wand at it and said "I solemnly swear I am up to no good," and the map activated. Harry then spent a few minutes at his new hobby of teacher watching trying to find 'her' on the map. I loved to watch her on the map when he couldn't justify going to her office just to chat or hopefully bumping into her in the teacher's lounge. He felt quite pathetic doing this, but she drove him crazy in his dreams, so he felt justified.
He soon located her dot in her quarters in the staff tower. Then his mind drifted to what she might be doing. Was she undressing? Taking a bath? Reading? Correcting papers? "Hmmm" he said out load.
"Hello? What's this?" Harry asked as he noticed three dots in the greenhouses. It was well before curfew, but this didn't look very good. It appeared that Theo Kotorwas was spying on Daithi Flannery and Audrey Simmons, who in turn appeared to be snogging in a secluded corner of the greenhouses.
"I better check this out; just to be sure it's all okay." he quickly convinced himself and headed down to the greenhouses. After a few minutes he arrived and began to seek out the three teenagers. By the time he found them Theo Kotorwas and Daithi Flannery were coming to blows over the honor of Audrey Simmons. When Harry separated the two boys, Daithi had a black eye and Theo has sporting a bloody nose.
"Would someone like to inform me what in the hell is going on down here this evening?" asked a very angry teacher.
"He started it!" both boys answered at once and pointed at each other.
"Ms. Simmons, do you have any idea what is going on tonight since these two are not exactly being informative?" Harry asked the short plump girl.
"Well professor," she began a bit embarrassed, "you see Daithi and I were down here … well we were …"
"You were snogging, yes I figured that part out already. What happened after that bit?" he asked.
"Well Theo here burst through the plants and started yelling at Daithi here about being dishonorable towards me and that he was trying to take advantage of my virtue. As if it were any of his business." she plainly stated while looking defiantly at her fellow class mate.
Harry was beginning to think this would probably end up being funny, if it weren't so tragic for the three of them right at this moment.
"Anyway, Daithi defended him self and me and told him he would never do that. That's when Theo hit him and gave him the black eye. Of course, Daithi defended him self and hit him back."
"I thought as much." Harry said looking at the two boys with disappointment. Then he called out for … "Dobby."
The elf popped in and asked, "Yes Harry Potter sir? What does he needs with his Dobby tonight?"
"Can you please inform Professor Sangeorge that I am bringing these two young men to the infirmary and would appreciate her assistance in patching up their faces?" Harry asked his faithful friend.
"Yes sir, Harry Potter, sir, anything you's needs." And Dobby popped out again.
"Now let's take a little trip to the infirmary shall we gentlemen?" Harry asked as he took each boy by the collars of their robes and made sure they found their way.
* * * * *
Sometime later Theo Kotorwas and Daithi Flannery exited the infirmary after being mended by Professor Sangeorge and been further lectured by Professor Potter and given a detention each to be served with him. Audrey escaped punishment for having actually done nothing wrong.
"Well, that was interesting, Harry." said Vesta with a hint of amusement in her voice. "You certainly let them off easy tonight. I suspect Botolf will give them a good stern lecture in the morning when he finds out."
"I suppose they were boys and needed to get it out of their system, besides who says he'll find out?" Harry replied to her.
"Harry, he is the sixth year's sponsor and two of his students were involved here this evening. He should be informed of this incident immediately." she said sternly.
"Then by all means, if you wish to tell him, then go ahead. As for myself, I consider the matter closed and the problem punished and dealt with … for the time being."
"What do you have in mind?" Vesta asked, a bit intrigued with what he was now planning for the two boys.
Harry shot her a wink and a wicked smile and said, "Something terrible."
* * * * *
The next morning bright and early Harry was heading down to breakfast, but dropped by his office where he found young Philip Lambert waiting for him, looking a bit nervous.
"Good morning Mr. Lambert, is there something I can do for you?" Harry asked cheerfully.
"Actually, sir there is, if you don't mind that is. I mean … well …" said Phil a bit nervous and unsure of him self that morning.
"Why don't we step into my office and we can talk about it more privately."
Phil nodded and moved into the office where he stared at his feet and didn't say much at all.
"Mr. Lambert, whatever it is, it's alright, and you can tell me anything." Harry said trying to reassure the young man.
"Wlluteechmitushve?" he mumbled quickly
"I'm sorry I didn't quite catch that. Could you repeat it?" Harry was becoming a bit concerned now.
However, Phil became brave, sighed and said "Would you please teach me how to shave sir? I know I don't need too much yet, but it's annoying me and I don't know the proper incantation to use my wand."
Relieved, Harry smiled and said, "Of course I will. Why didn't you ask your class sponsor?"
"Professor Sangeorge is nice and all, but she's a woman. She wouldn't understand. You're a guy and you would." Phil explained to the young teacher.
"Dobby." Harry called out and the elf popped in almost instantly. "Could you bring two trays of breakfast up here? Mr. Lambert and I will be in a private tutorial this morning."
Phil smiled happily and Dobby popped out and returned a few moments later with some breakfast for the two of them.
"Alright then, when you want to shave a large area quickly you hold your wand out about this far. For closer shaves, such as around a goatee or side burns you would hold it closer to your face for a tighter beam from the wand. Now let's go over the incantation as we have breakfast."
* * * * *
Later that afternoon, Daithi Flannery and Theo Kotorwas arrived for their detentions with Professor Potter.
"Oh good gentlemen, I see you've arrived for Sunday afternoon torture session." Harry said in an offhanded manner.
Both young men looked a bit taken aback, but knew that their defense teacher above all other things was a fair man and was probably joking.
Harry continued, "Now before we begin the punishment, I would like you both to sit down and explain to me why you both felt the need to engage in a fistfight in the greenhouses last night. Do try to avoid blaming each other, just tell me about your own particular involvement in the skirmish."
Daithi began, "Sir, Audrey and I were only in the greenhouse last night because we wanted a bit of privacy to …" he looked at his fellow detainee and blushed, but continued, "… well we wanted to snog, sir."
"Perfectly understandable thing for you to do at your age. Been known to do it myself from time to time but please continue." Harry said.
"Then this git comes barging in and accuses me of taking advantage of her innocence and then we had words, which lead to punches."
"I see. What is your version of events Mr. Kotorwas?" Harry said as he turned his attention to the other boy sitting before him.
"I followed them down to the greenhouses because I heard that he was planning do to more with her than just snog and I didn't want to see her placed in that position where she may have felt pressured into doing something that she wasn't ready for. I had to protect her even from herself, sir." Theo said.
Harry nodded and looked back and forth between the two boys and then said, "Do you love her?"
They both answered, "Yes." very quietly.
"I'm sorry but can we have a bit of volume on that reply?"
"Yes, I love her." Daithi said with conviction.
"I love her also, sir." Theo replied a moment later.
"I suspected as much. Do you hate each other? I mean deep down, do you hate each other?"
Theo replied first this time, "No, I don't hate him, I just don't want him to touch her or pressure her."
"Mr. Flannery?" Harry asked, waiting for a reply from the stunned young man.
"Err, no sir, I don't hate anyone."
"Excellent. Mr. Flannery I believe that you are probably ready to forgive Mr. Kotorwas for his ill thought judgment of last night." Daithi nodded. "Mr. Kotorwas, I'm sure that you truly hold any ill will towards Mr. Flannery for defended both himself and the person he cares for." Theo also nodded.
"Good! Now I want you to stand up, apologize to each other, shake hands and then take yourselves down to the greenhouse and repair whatever damage was done to it last night." Harry said sternly.
"Yes, sir" the two said and did as he instructed.
* * * * *
The next week went well enough for everyone in the school. Harry stopped giving out so much homework as he was becoming cross eyed and began preparing for the upcoming Quidditch match between Brutus House and the Honeychurch 7 which would take place that Saturday.
The morning of the game, Harry awoke feeling like he could do anything in the world. He jumps out of bed and makes his way into the bath to prepare of the day. As he walked into the dining hall that morning he found it full of students excitedly waiting for the game to begin. Fourteen of which looked slightly ill at the prospect of flying in such cold weather.
After breakfast was over and everyone began their trek down to the Quidditch pitch, Harry stood in the middle of it wearing his flying gear and had a trunk full of balls at his feet along with his beloved Firebolt. Soon the players emerged form their changing rooms and each team flew around the pitch before taking their places in the center around Harry as the two team captains landed.
"Alright, I want a nice clean game," Harry said, "I want the captain to shake hands and take to your brooms." This is what Daithi Flannery and Lester Nethery did and took to the air. After they were in position, Harry released the bludgers and the golden snitch. Then bent down and threw the Quaffle into the air and the game was underway.
The game itself went wonderfully. It was an exciting well matched event and the crowd was pleased beyond words, especially when the Brutus team took a sudden jump in points. However, as it always does with Quidditch, it's the seekers who count the most and it was down to the two of them.
Finally the snitch had been spotted, but it was by Harry himself who desperately tried his best to not go after the shimmering ball. He so wanted to impress her with the catch and he knew she was in the stands watching the game with the rest of the school. However, a Snitchnip by the referee would not impress her in the least bit.
However, the two seekers soon had their eyes on the snitch and were both after it in a flash. Xander Malfoy and Daisy Gamble flew like maniacs for the ball. However, in Daisy's benefit the snitch suddenly changed direction and flew right up Daisy's sleeve and getting caught there winning the game for Honeychurch Seven at 210 points to Brutus' 140 points.
* * * * *
That evening after the spectacular win by the Honeychurch Seven, the Headmistress was in an excellent mood. Her team had won after all. Before the evening meal began she stood and made an announcement to the student body.
"If I may have everyone's attention for a few moments." called out Madame Klump and everyone turned to her as she went on, "After today's wonderful game, I would like to announce that this year the staff and I have decided to have a Valentine's Day Ball."
Several of the girls became very excited about the prospect of a dance and several of the boys looked like their evening meal had just been ruined for them.
"Everyone is invited to the ball, though I would encourage you to have a date for the occasion." Madame Klump continued with a smile. "Further details concerning this ball will be posted in your house common rooms and on the library bulletin board. So everyone get your dress robes out and gentlemen, start figuring out whom you are going to ask to the ball."
Harry took her words to heart and with his Gryffindor bravery turn and looked at her and with a deep breath in his chest asked…
"Would you go to the Valentine's Day Ball with me?"
To Be Continued…
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Author's Note: To everyone who reviewed, thanks again...
neely61 wrote Still lovin' it. Keep up the great writing (and the quick posting)! Loved the last chapter with Harry & Percy (for some some reason my author alert didn't update that one so I read both chapters today)
Answer - Yes, Percy getting a butt whipping seems to be everyone's favorite pass time.
TuxedoMac wrote Now that one threw me for a loop about him being a gay vampire. the info on the vampries was common stuff but still well done. i must say thow if you went by the masqarade rules a vampire knowing prodion level 10 could walk in open sun light. i also thought that was a funny line of "Why do gay guys always hit on me?" Harry asked Remus. other then that I enjoyed it again and hope to read more.
Answer - I had already set up the vampire scenario when I realized that JKR hadn't ever defined vampires in her universe other than the time they wanted to form a all vampire Quidditch team. In order to do that they would have to be able to come out at least on overcasat days.
athenakitty wrote Hehe! Not the first now! :-) Will Harry get more information about what happen to Percy? Will Harry ask Ron? Will Harry go to Hogwarts and speak with the sorting hat? Will Harry spin the tale of how he got Draco off his scent? How long does the "spots in vision" last when one pull the rope? How much of a hit is Harry's guests? Who is Harry interested in?
Answer - Hey Athena! I love it when you ask me questions. You hate when I don't answer. :) Spots in the vision only lasts a few minutes. Harry will not be going to Hogwarts during the school year. How Harry ditched Draco was Hermione's idea and not really part of the story. You'll find out in another story I have cooking. Harry is interested in one of the other teachers (female). As for Weatherby, well, you may here more on him later.
Wytil wrote I missed a couple of days when Percy got Busted! Now poor Harry getting picked on by gay critters. Whats a poor boy - young man to do? Wet dreams? At his age? For shame! That woman must be identified !! SOON! (Or a reasonable replacement - ask Dobby if one is around?)
Answer - By Valentines Day at the latest. Harry is very brave except when it comes to his love life. He moves slower than anything.
jwbartle wrote Loved those last 2 chapters, especially the one with percy in it, and I still can't wait to find out who the woman that harry keeps dreaming about is!
Answer - You & everyone else. :)
The Libran Iniquity wrote Bloody hell, this is a marathon and a half... a few typos here and there... and one other thing; Harry's a pure-blood (both parents at Hogwarts), so why would the painting refer to him as a half-blood?? Other than that, I'll be back at this with a sharp pointy stick very soon... I am *not* giving up now!
Answer - In interviews with JKR she refers to Harry as a half-blood, because his mother is a muggle born witch. HOwever, there have been excellent arguments on both sides. My favorite is that Harry is a first generation pureblood, however, until JKR says otherwise, half blood wins. Besides, she also said the 3 main charcters are a pureblood (Ron), a halfblood (Harry and a muggle born (Hermione), that way everyone is represented as equal. :)
Tynkerbell asked about Buckbeak.
Answer - That was 8 years ago in this story's timeline. I forgot all about him. How long do Hippogriffs live anyway?