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This is a very long chapter everyone I hope you like it. It's mainly from the POA book; the chapter entitled 'The Quidditch Final' (I think anyway). I don't know if it is all right, so just bear with it!
Chapter Seventeen: The Final
Easter Holidays rapidly approached. Easter meant that the Quidditch Final was also approaching.
Katie and Oliver's relationship had evolved too. Oliver was being nothing but good to her. Although they weren't officially a 'couple', Oliver took her out to Hogsmeade for her birthday in early March (Oliver's was in late October), he gave her flowers at least once a week, and he seemed to live to walk her to class, meals, and practice.
Angelina, Alicia and Katie got into a lengthy conversation one night about the future of Katie and Oliver.
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"Oh Katie, you should see the way he looks at you. He looks like he's absolutely smitten with you," Alicia said dreamily.
"I must admit, she is right Katie," Angelina said, "He's does look at you an awful lot. He follows you around like a puppy and gives you flowers all the time. It's almost sickening."
Katie blushed. "It's sweet. It shows me that he cares, and that I can trust him. He's always there for me, and I don't think I've seen him even glance at another girl."
The other two girls nodded in agreement.
"It's definitely a first. I'm so happy for you Katie. You're finally happy. It's so great to see you smile," Alicia said.
"She's right you know. I'm so happy that I can make you happy," Oliver said from behind her, laying a beautiful pink flower on her lap, "But I'm going to bed. You girls don't stay up too late ok? I'll see you in the morning." He took Katie's hand and kissed it gently, and then climbed the stairs to his room.
Once Oliver was out of earshot, all three girls giggled.
"He only has eyes for you Katie, that's for sure," Alicia said between giggling fits.
Katie smiled happily. Her life was finally coming back together, piece by piece. She was no longer depressed, school was going great (despite the fact she was studying like crazy for exams), Quidditch was great (the Cup was within their reach!) and she had her friends, and a special someone who really cared for her. Life was great again.
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Katie entered the Common Room the next morning to find Oliver harassing Harry again, this time about catching the Snitch ONLY after they had 50 or more points. She laughed quietly as Harry told him off.
Oliver looked highly offended as he stormed over to a chair and sat down heavily.
Katie crept over to him and jumped on his lap. "Don't feel bad about Harry. He's just nervous. And you're not helping one bit," she said smiling.
"Humph. Thanks Katie. What am I supposed to do? The game is in one week!" Oliver exclaimed.
"Just leave him alone! Give him a chance to relax," Katie said gently as he rolled his eyes at her.
"I guess I could do that," Oliver said, "But I guess that gives me more time to bug you then."
"Ah, I don't think so. Find someone else to bug. I don't have the time or the patience for it," Katie replied.
"Ha ha, well you'd better learn to like it," he said and started to tickle her.
Katie laughed wildly. Oliver loved the sound of it. He stopped and smiled warmly at her.
Her laughter died down, and her eyes twinkled as she looked deep into his eyes.
"Your eyes are the most beautiful shade of green. I've never seen a colour quite like it. I've never seen eyes that green before," he said softly admiring her hunter green eyes.
"Thanks," she said smiling genially, "Yours remind me of chocolate. I absolutely adore chocolate."
"Good to hear," Oliver said and went in for a kiss, a risky move.
"Come on now! It's too early for that junk. If you're gonna do that, get a room!" Fred yelled out and Percy scolded them.
Katie and Oliver laughed and left the Common Room, heading down to the Great Hall for a Saturday morning breakfast.
After they had finished, the two made their way out to the pitch for a little fun/practice.
They grabbed their brooms out of the shed and took out the Quaffle. They took off and flew to one end of the pitch.
"Ready to be beaten Wood?" Katie yelled out to him.
"I bet you won't get one past me!" he yelled back to her.
She smiled devilishly and swept her hair off her face. The sun shone in her eyes, making it a bit hard to see, but she started to fly toward Oliver anyway. She circled around the hoops and put on a short burst of speed and put the Quaffle through the last hoop.
"Gotcha!" she declared as she came to a stop in front of Oliver.
He stuck his tongue out at her. "That was only one, and I went easy on you," Oliver said defensively.
"Yeah right. I saw the look on you face. You were going hard," Katie said laughing.
"You were distracting me! You're too damn beautiful. I couldn't concentrate," Oliver protested.
"Nice try Oliver. Just admit it. I'm better a Quidditch," Katie said lightheartedly.
Oliver's smile faded quickly. "Excuse me? Did you just say that you were better at Quidditch?"
Katie laughed at his seriousness. "I meant I'm better as a Chaser. You're only a Keeper."
"Hey! The Keeper is vital to the game. Chasers can be sat out," Oliver said.
"Oh Oliver, lighten up!" Katie said and grabbed the Quaffle from his arms. "Let's just have fun."
The two spent that morning and that afternoon on the pitch, practicing and just having fun.
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Friday, the day before the big final, advanced much too quickly.
Classes ended that afternoon and the tension level seemed to rise considerably. The Gryffindors and Slytherins were at each other's throats, and several fights broke out, resulting in trips to the Hospital Wing. Harry was well protected by a group of people that Oliver had gotten to volunteer. No one would hurt his Seeker. Oliver stuck by Katie's side.
"Oliver, I'm a big girl. I can take care of myself," Katie said to Oliver jokingly.
"I know. I just like to be around you. Is that ok?" he asked.
"I suppose," she said sarcastically, smiling at him.
The two entered the Tower to drop off their stuff and then go to dinner. They met up with Fred, George, Angelina and Alicia and the 6 headed down to the Great Hall.
The three girls walked ahead, chatting merrily. Fred and George walked beside Oliver, discussing some new antic they were going to pull.
Oliver stayed quiet. He had a lot on his mind. Tomorrow would be a defining moment in his life. The Quidditch Final. He had to win this, he's Quidditch career depended on this. Many Quidditch scouts would be out for this game, and he probably wouldn't get an offer if he didn't win. Then there was Katie. The past couple months had been great; things couldn't have gone better. Tomorrow night was the night. He would finally ask her to be his girlfriend. He finally felt that he had gotten her trust back enough. He had a good feeling that she would say yes, but he was still nervous as hell. Katie had the habit of changing her mind at the last minute.
Dinner was fun; it definitely relieved the stress of the impending game. The 6 of them sat around chatting, telling jokes, etc. They even had a mini food fight, compliment of the twins.
Oliver noticed Katie looking at him many times throughout the dinner. He loved the fact that every time he looked up he had a set of gorgeous crystal green orbs looking back at him. The light from the hundreds of candles made the setting romantic. He smiled widely and blushed every time.
After dinner, Katie and Oliver walked back up to Gryffindor Tower together.
"So I noticed you looking at me quite a bit tonight over dinner," Oliver said and gave her a smile and a little playful nudge.
"You loved it, don't deny it," she said giving him a push back, blushing slightly.
"Oh I'm not denying it. I'm just commenting on it," Oliver said and stopped her. This was his chance. Screw tomorrow, he was going to ask her now. He looked her straight in the eye and opened his mouth to speak, but nothing came out.
"Oliver?" she asked slightly confused.
"I-I-I wanted to say that, that you looked really pretty tonight," he said. He couldn't seem to get the words, or the confidence to ask her.
"Thanks," she said softly smiling.
The two walked on to the tower, Oliver slapping himself mentally, Katie smiling happily.
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They entered the very tense Common Room. Everyone was nervous about the game. No one was doing anything but talking. Katie and Oliver joined the rest by the fire.
Katie was in the middle of telling a joke to the twins when Oliver suddenly stood up and yelled, "Team! Bed!"
Everyone in the room stared at him, but 6 other people rose and headed to their rooms.
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The next morning Oliver woke up at 4 a.m. His stomach was filled with butterflies. He didn't bother trying to fall asleep again. He lit a candle and started pouring over his game plan.
A 9:30, after a small nap, he got up and out of bed, and changed into a pair of track pants and a Hogwarts sweatshirt. He entered the Common Room where a few people wished him luck. He waited for the rest of the team, and by quarter after 10, they all had gathered. They proceeded to the Great Hall to have breakfast.
They entered as a team to the sounds of the Gryffindor, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff tables applauding them, while the Slytherins hissed. Everyone but Oliver sat down and had something to eat; he stayed standing, forcing food on his team. They headed out to check the weather conditions when everyone had finished.
"Hmm... no wind, a bit bright, but the ground is hard. Good, good..." Wood mumbled to himself for a few more minutes until he noticed the school filing out to the stands. "Change rooms," he said tersely.
They changed into their scarlet robes silently and walked out onto the pitch to tremendous applause. Scarlet supporters consisted of ¾ of the school. They had scarlet rosettes, Gryffindor flags and some banners fully supporting them.
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"And here comes the Gryffindor team, consisting of Potter, Bell, Johnson, Spinnet, Weasley, Weasley, and Wood. This team has been considered the best Hogwarts has seen in a good number of years!" Lee Jordan, a friend of the twins' commentated. The Slytherins booed at the Gryffindors.
"And here is the Slytherin team. Captain Flint has changed the line- up for today's game, going for size rather than skill," Lee continued.
"Captains! Shake hands!" Madam Hooch called out to Flint and Wood. They approached and shook hands, squeezing as tightly as they could, as if to try and break the others hand. They let go and mounted their brooms. The whistle blew and Wood took off.
The team rose up into the air and Gryffindor took possession of the Quaffle. Alicia sped toward the Slytherin goalposts but Warrington intercepted. George hit a Bludger toward him, causing him to drop the Quaffle. Angelina caught it, and succeeded in scoring the first goal of the game.
Angelina punched the air in happiness but Flint smashed into her, almost throwing her off her broom. Fred retaliated by chucking his bat at Flint's head, causing a nosebleed. Two penalties were issued. Alicia took Gryffindors, scoring again, while Flint took Slytherins unsuccessfully.
Gryffindor took possession again, Katie taking the Quaffle. There was a moment when some Slytherin took it, but Katie got it back. "Take that loser," she thought to herself
She concentrated on getting toward the Slytherin end, when out of nowhere, Montague, a Slytherin chaser, swerved in front of her. Instead of going for the Quaffle, he grabbed her head.
Oliver's heart almost stopped beating when he saw that. He ceased breathing as he watched her cartwheel on the air, thankfully managing to stay on her broom, although dropping the Quaffle. He screamed foul to Madam Hooch.
Katie took the penalty and Gryffindor was up thirty to zero.
Everyone watched as Harry went into a dive. They watched as the two Slytherin Beaters hit a Bludger at him. The two, Bole and Derrick closed in on Harry, their clubs raised. At the last minute, Harry flew straight up, and the two crashed into one another with a sickening crunch. The Gryffindors and their supporters laughed as they pulled themselves apart, clutching their heads.
Angelina was in possession. Flint came up along side her and took possession, managing to score the first Slytherin goal.
The game quickly turned into one of the dirtiest played. The Slytherins weren't taking too kindly to being beaten by their mortal enemies. Bole hit Alicia, saying he thought her dark head was a Bludger. George elbowed Bole in the face in retaliation. Penalties were again issued, Gryffindor scoring and Wood making another spectacular save. The score was now 40 – 10 for Gryffindor.
Harry wandered around the pitch, watching Malfoy, the Slytherin Seeker, and waiting for another goal to be scored.
Katie finally scored. Fred and George circled around her in case any Slytherin thought of revenge. But since they were with Katie, the Slytherin Beaters took advantage and hit Oliver with both Bludgers in the stomach. He was completely winded and he clutched his broom as tight as he could.
Madam Hooch had a little fit and awarded Gryffindor with a penalty shot. Angelina took it and scored. Warrington gained control of the Quaffle. Fred pelted the Bludger at him, causing him to drop it and Alicia to possess it and score. 70 to 10 for Gryffindor.
Cheers came from the crowd, louder then ever. If Harry caught the Snitch now, Gryffindor would win.
Harry saw it. He adrenaline pumped as he bolted toward it. As he flew, his broom slowed down, which meant a big problem. "What's happening?" Harry thought and looked back to find Malfoy clutching the tail of his new broom.
Every Gryffindor was enraged. What a cheater! Madam Hooch had another little fit, along with many of the teachers. A penalty was issued, but Alicia was so mad she missed.
The next moment Montague scored for the Slytherins. They were playing harder and dirtier then ever trying to catch up.
Malfoy was sticking to Harry like glue.
Angelina took possession. The whole of the Slytherin team, except Malfoy, were streaking up the pitch towards her. Harry flew toward them and they scattered away, leaving Angelina open to score. And she did.
When Harry turned around, Malfoy was diving for the Snitch. The whole pitch and stands went quiet. All eyes were on Harry and Draco.
Harry flattened himself and pushed his broom forward as fast as he could. A Bludger was hit toward him, but luckily missed. Harry reached Malfoy, knocked his outstretched arm out of the way and grabbed the struggling Snitch.
Harry pulled out of his dive, holding up the Snitch in his hand.
Oliver burst out in tears of joy. He flew toward Harry and fell into his shoulder sobbing.
Katie and the two other Chasers yelled, "We've won the Cup!" repeatedly.
Fred and George joined in with Wood in hugging Harry. Katie, Angelina and Alicia joined in a few moments later. They sank to the ground, their voices hoarse, still in one big red mass.
They let go as Dumbledore came out onto the pitch carrying the Quidditch Cup. He handed to Oliver, and he cried a bit harder.
Katie looked up at Oliver. To her, he looked beautiful crying his eyes out. She smiled and tears ran down her face. This was the best moment of her life.
Oliver kissed the Cup and passed it on to the twins. He turned to Katie. He rushed to her and swept her into a tight hug. He pulled back, placed his hands on her face and wiped away her tears.
"We won," he said softly. The noise drowned away as they stared into one another's eyes. More tears streamed down Oliver's face.
"We won," she said and wiped his tears away with her sleeve.
He kissed her deeply and with more passion then he had ever done with any other girl. They only pulled away when they felt the crowd, mainly Fred and George, pushing them to take to cup again.
Katie held one side up, while Oliver took the other. They all, the team, the Gryffindor residents and a few other supporters headed back to Gryffindor Tower for the biggest party of the year.
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Angelina, Alicia and Katie had just stepped out of the shower and were standing at their lockers in their towels. They looked at each other and then squealed excitedly.
"We won, we won, we won!" the 3 girl screamed out, hugging.
"Let's hurry up. We need to get to that PARTY!" Angelina said, and they all hurriedly dressed in their black, knee-length skirts, white button up shirts, Gryffindor ties, gray sweaters, knee-high socks, and black shoes. They didn't bother putting on their robes or hats.
They started off toward the tower.
"Argh, Katie, I hate you. You look so good in the uniform. It makes me look fat," Alicia moaned as they walked along.
Katie let out a laugh. "I don't look any better then you two do in them. Stop complaining."
"Whatever, that's just why you have the most sought out, not to mention the hottest, man in Hogwarts following you around like a puppy," Angelina said with a smirk.
"Quiet you! He doesn't follow me around like a puppy because of this dumb uniform, it'd because of my wonderful, charming personality," Katie said laughing.
"And because of your hot arse," George said as he caught up with them.
Katie and Angelina scowled.
"Don't be looking at my arse," Katie said.
"It's hard not to, it's pretty big!" George said and bolted into the Common Room.
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"George Weasley! Where are you?" Katie yelled as the 3 girls entered the Common Room. But George seemed to have gone missing, as well as his twin. Turns out they had headed to Hogsmeade to pick up a few supplies for the party. When they returned, George got the beating of a lifetime from Katie.
After, Katie stole a couple Butterbeers from them and went to the couch and squashed herself between Angelina and Alicia.
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Oliver was busy upstairs polishing the Cup. He was so proud of himself and the team. He finished polishing and brought the Cup down the Common Room.
Everyone cheered when they saw Oliver bringing the Cup down the stairs. He set it down on a table and stood beside it proudly. A crowd quickly gathered (mainly of girls) to talk to him about the astounding saves he had made.
Oliver scanned the room for Katie every few moments, but only found her when he saw Cedric Diggory help her out of her tight spot on the couch. He saw Cedric take her hand and pull, Katie coming up fast, and coming quite close to Cedric's face. Oliver's eyes narrowed. He continued to watch them as they talked by the fireplace. He watched Cedric watch her, and laugh at her jokes. He quickly excused himself and walked over to them. As he did, Oliver loosened his tie and ruffled his hair. He knew Katie couldn't resist that.
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"So, after all of that, he's like, 'Man! Have you ever been hit in the head by a pig?' and he replies, 'No, but..." Katie was just getting into her joke.
"Hello you two!" Oliver interrupted!
"Why does everyone interrupt me when I'm telling that joke? Hey Oliver," Katie said smiling brightly.
"Wood. Congratulations," Cedric said menacingly. He had been so close to asking Katie out to Hogsmeade.
"Mind if I steal this beauty away for a moment," Oliver said, not as a question.
"No one's stopping you!" Katie said and went off with Oliver. She looked up at him. He was so adorable, his hair a mess. "What did you want to steal me away for?" she asked and set her empty bottle on a random table.
"I want to talk to you," he said seriously, slightly sweating.
"Ok, about what?" she asked innocently. She had no idea what was going on.
"Not here, let's go up to the Breezeway," he said, took her hand and led her up the stairs. The Breezeway was the area between the boys' and girls' dorms.
"Ok, now what is it Oliver? Why did you want to talk to me here all alone?" she asked, but she slowly started to realize what was going to happen. She flashed him her stunning smile.
He slowly inhaled and exhaled. "Katiewillyoubemygirlfriend?" he said quickly.
"What?"
"Katie, will you be my girlfriend?" Oliver asked slower.
Katie laughed and Oliver cringed. Maybe she didn't want him...
"Of course I will Oliver! I was going to ask you tonight!" she said laughing and hugged him tightly.
Oliver let out a laugh of release. "I was so scared you were going to say no," he said breathing rapidly.
"I kissed you in front of the whole school earlier! You honestly thought I wasn't going to accept?" she asked and smiled cheerfully.
He nodded, "I was so scared."
"That is so sweet," she said.
Oliver bent down and kissed his girlfriend. This was the best day of his life. They stayed up at the Breezeway for a little longer, and then returned to the party.
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"Everyone! Hey you all!" Oliver yelled as they walked down. Everyone looked up at Oliver and Katie inquisitively. "I have an announcement to make!"
"Oliver! What are you doing?" Katie hissed quietly.
"I want you all to meet my girlfriend, Katie Bell," he announced to the crowd, the whole time looking at Katie.
Angelina, Alicia, George and Fred all yelled "FINALLY!" while most people smiled and clapped. Some females had heart-broken looks on their faces as they glowered enviously at Katie. A few males glared at Oliver, Cedric glaring the angriest of them all. But Oliver and Katie didn't notice this. All they noticed were one another.
The party continued well into the night. Oliver stuck by Katie the whole time. He held her hand, or had his arms around her, or kissed her at any given time.
When it was over, Oliver walked Katie up to her room.
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"I guess this is good night then," she said when they reached her room.
"I guess so. I wish this night could just go on forever," he said and he took her hands in his.
She smiled. "Me too. But we'll have tomorrow, and the next day, and the next. You know what I mean," she said.
"Damn straight," he said, "But I should let you go off to bed."
She nodded. "Yes, it's been quite a day," she said with an affectionate smile.
"It sure had," Oliver said and kissed her gently, "Good night."
"Good night," she said as she stepped into her room. He had just turned around and started to walk away when he heard his name called.
"Yes Katie?" he asked and turned back around.
She ran to him and kissed him fervently.
"Wow," Oliver said when she pulled away, "What was that for?"
"Just because," she said lovingly, "You've been so great to put up with me for the past little while. I'm glad you did it."
He watched her walk back into her room, give him a little wave and shut the door.
"Anything for the woman I love," he said and walked back to his room. Life was perfect.
A/N: This could be a good ending, but it's not. There's 3 (maybe 4) chapters to go!
NOTICE: The more reviews I receive, the faster I update. I'll promise, guarentee, whatever.
This is a very long chapter everyone I hope you like it. It's mainly from the POA book; the chapter entitled 'The Quidditch Final' (I think anyway). I don't know if it is all right, so just bear with it!
Chapter Seventeen: The Final
Easter Holidays rapidly approached. Easter meant that the Quidditch Final was also approaching.
Katie and Oliver's relationship had evolved too. Oliver was being nothing but good to her. Although they weren't officially a 'couple', Oliver took her out to Hogsmeade for her birthday in early March (Oliver's was in late October), he gave her flowers at least once a week, and he seemed to live to walk her to class, meals, and practice.
Angelina, Alicia and Katie got into a lengthy conversation one night about the future of Katie and Oliver.
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"Oh Katie, you should see the way he looks at you. He looks like he's absolutely smitten with you," Alicia said dreamily.
"I must admit, she is right Katie," Angelina said, "He's does look at you an awful lot. He follows you around like a puppy and gives you flowers all the time. It's almost sickening."
Katie blushed. "It's sweet. It shows me that he cares, and that I can trust him. He's always there for me, and I don't think I've seen him even glance at another girl."
The other two girls nodded in agreement.
"It's definitely a first. I'm so happy for you Katie. You're finally happy. It's so great to see you smile," Alicia said.
"She's right you know. I'm so happy that I can make you happy," Oliver said from behind her, laying a beautiful pink flower on her lap, "But I'm going to bed. You girls don't stay up too late ok? I'll see you in the morning." He took Katie's hand and kissed it gently, and then climbed the stairs to his room.
Once Oliver was out of earshot, all three girls giggled.
"He only has eyes for you Katie, that's for sure," Alicia said between giggling fits.
Katie smiled happily. Her life was finally coming back together, piece by piece. She was no longer depressed, school was going great (despite the fact she was studying like crazy for exams), Quidditch was great (the Cup was within their reach!) and she had her friends, and a special someone who really cared for her. Life was great again.
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Katie entered the Common Room the next morning to find Oliver harassing Harry again, this time about catching the Snitch ONLY after they had 50 or more points. She laughed quietly as Harry told him off.
Oliver looked highly offended as he stormed over to a chair and sat down heavily.
Katie crept over to him and jumped on his lap. "Don't feel bad about Harry. He's just nervous. And you're not helping one bit," she said smiling.
"Humph. Thanks Katie. What am I supposed to do? The game is in one week!" Oliver exclaimed.
"Just leave him alone! Give him a chance to relax," Katie said gently as he rolled his eyes at her.
"I guess I could do that," Oliver said, "But I guess that gives me more time to bug you then."
"Ah, I don't think so. Find someone else to bug. I don't have the time or the patience for it," Katie replied.
"Ha ha, well you'd better learn to like it," he said and started to tickle her.
Katie laughed wildly. Oliver loved the sound of it. He stopped and smiled warmly at her.
Her laughter died down, and her eyes twinkled as she looked deep into his eyes.
"Your eyes are the most beautiful shade of green. I've never seen a colour quite like it. I've never seen eyes that green before," he said softly admiring her hunter green eyes.
"Thanks," she said smiling genially, "Yours remind me of chocolate. I absolutely adore chocolate."
"Good to hear," Oliver said and went in for a kiss, a risky move.
"Come on now! It's too early for that junk. If you're gonna do that, get a room!" Fred yelled out and Percy scolded them.
Katie and Oliver laughed and left the Common Room, heading down to the Great Hall for a Saturday morning breakfast.
After they had finished, the two made their way out to the pitch for a little fun/practice.
They grabbed their brooms out of the shed and took out the Quaffle. They took off and flew to one end of the pitch.
"Ready to be beaten Wood?" Katie yelled out to him.
"I bet you won't get one past me!" he yelled back to her.
She smiled devilishly and swept her hair off her face. The sun shone in her eyes, making it a bit hard to see, but she started to fly toward Oliver anyway. She circled around the hoops and put on a short burst of speed and put the Quaffle through the last hoop.
"Gotcha!" she declared as she came to a stop in front of Oliver.
He stuck his tongue out at her. "That was only one, and I went easy on you," Oliver said defensively.
"Yeah right. I saw the look on you face. You were going hard," Katie said laughing.
"You were distracting me! You're too damn beautiful. I couldn't concentrate," Oliver protested.
"Nice try Oliver. Just admit it. I'm better a Quidditch," Katie said lightheartedly.
Oliver's smile faded quickly. "Excuse me? Did you just say that you were better at Quidditch?"
Katie laughed at his seriousness. "I meant I'm better as a Chaser. You're only a Keeper."
"Hey! The Keeper is vital to the game. Chasers can be sat out," Oliver said.
"Oh Oliver, lighten up!" Katie said and grabbed the Quaffle from his arms. "Let's just have fun."
The two spent that morning and that afternoon on the pitch, practicing and just having fun.
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Friday, the day before the big final, advanced much too quickly.
Classes ended that afternoon and the tension level seemed to rise considerably. The Gryffindors and Slytherins were at each other's throats, and several fights broke out, resulting in trips to the Hospital Wing. Harry was well protected by a group of people that Oliver had gotten to volunteer. No one would hurt his Seeker. Oliver stuck by Katie's side.
"Oliver, I'm a big girl. I can take care of myself," Katie said to Oliver jokingly.
"I know. I just like to be around you. Is that ok?" he asked.
"I suppose," she said sarcastically, smiling at him.
The two entered the Tower to drop off their stuff and then go to dinner. They met up with Fred, George, Angelina and Alicia and the 6 headed down to the Great Hall.
The three girls walked ahead, chatting merrily. Fred and George walked beside Oliver, discussing some new antic they were going to pull.
Oliver stayed quiet. He had a lot on his mind. Tomorrow would be a defining moment in his life. The Quidditch Final. He had to win this, he's Quidditch career depended on this. Many Quidditch scouts would be out for this game, and he probably wouldn't get an offer if he didn't win. Then there was Katie. The past couple months had been great; things couldn't have gone better. Tomorrow night was the night. He would finally ask her to be his girlfriend. He finally felt that he had gotten her trust back enough. He had a good feeling that she would say yes, but he was still nervous as hell. Katie had the habit of changing her mind at the last minute.
Dinner was fun; it definitely relieved the stress of the impending game. The 6 of them sat around chatting, telling jokes, etc. They even had a mini food fight, compliment of the twins.
Oliver noticed Katie looking at him many times throughout the dinner. He loved the fact that every time he looked up he had a set of gorgeous crystal green orbs looking back at him. The light from the hundreds of candles made the setting romantic. He smiled widely and blushed every time.
After dinner, Katie and Oliver walked back up to Gryffindor Tower together.
"So I noticed you looking at me quite a bit tonight over dinner," Oliver said and gave her a smile and a little playful nudge.
"You loved it, don't deny it," she said giving him a push back, blushing slightly.
"Oh I'm not denying it. I'm just commenting on it," Oliver said and stopped her. This was his chance. Screw tomorrow, he was going to ask her now. He looked her straight in the eye and opened his mouth to speak, but nothing came out.
"Oliver?" she asked slightly confused.
"I-I-I wanted to say that, that you looked really pretty tonight," he said. He couldn't seem to get the words, or the confidence to ask her.
"Thanks," she said softly smiling.
The two walked on to the tower, Oliver slapping himself mentally, Katie smiling happily.
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They entered the very tense Common Room. Everyone was nervous about the game. No one was doing anything but talking. Katie and Oliver joined the rest by the fire.
Katie was in the middle of telling a joke to the twins when Oliver suddenly stood up and yelled, "Team! Bed!"
Everyone in the room stared at him, but 6 other people rose and headed to their rooms.
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The next morning Oliver woke up at 4 a.m. His stomach was filled with butterflies. He didn't bother trying to fall asleep again. He lit a candle and started pouring over his game plan.
A 9:30, after a small nap, he got up and out of bed, and changed into a pair of track pants and a Hogwarts sweatshirt. He entered the Common Room where a few people wished him luck. He waited for the rest of the team, and by quarter after 10, they all had gathered. They proceeded to the Great Hall to have breakfast.
They entered as a team to the sounds of the Gryffindor, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff tables applauding them, while the Slytherins hissed. Everyone but Oliver sat down and had something to eat; he stayed standing, forcing food on his team. They headed out to check the weather conditions when everyone had finished.
"Hmm... no wind, a bit bright, but the ground is hard. Good, good..." Wood mumbled to himself for a few more minutes until he noticed the school filing out to the stands. "Change rooms," he said tersely.
They changed into their scarlet robes silently and walked out onto the pitch to tremendous applause. Scarlet supporters consisted of ¾ of the school. They had scarlet rosettes, Gryffindor flags and some banners fully supporting them.
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"And here comes the Gryffindor team, consisting of Potter, Bell, Johnson, Spinnet, Weasley, Weasley, and Wood. This team has been considered the best Hogwarts has seen in a good number of years!" Lee Jordan, a friend of the twins' commentated. The Slytherins booed at the Gryffindors.
"And here is the Slytherin team. Captain Flint has changed the line- up for today's game, going for size rather than skill," Lee continued.
"Captains! Shake hands!" Madam Hooch called out to Flint and Wood. They approached and shook hands, squeezing as tightly as they could, as if to try and break the others hand. They let go and mounted their brooms. The whistle blew and Wood took off.
The team rose up into the air and Gryffindor took possession of the Quaffle. Alicia sped toward the Slytherin goalposts but Warrington intercepted. George hit a Bludger toward him, causing him to drop the Quaffle. Angelina caught it, and succeeded in scoring the first goal of the game.
Angelina punched the air in happiness but Flint smashed into her, almost throwing her off her broom. Fred retaliated by chucking his bat at Flint's head, causing a nosebleed. Two penalties were issued. Alicia took Gryffindors, scoring again, while Flint took Slytherins unsuccessfully.
Gryffindor took possession again, Katie taking the Quaffle. There was a moment when some Slytherin took it, but Katie got it back. "Take that loser," she thought to herself
She concentrated on getting toward the Slytherin end, when out of nowhere, Montague, a Slytherin chaser, swerved in front of her. Instead of going for the Quaffle, he grabbed her head.
Oliver's heart almost stopped beating when he saw that. He ceased breathing as he watched her cartwheel on the air, thankfully managing to stay on her broom, although dropping the Quaffle. He screamed foul to Madam Hooch.
Katie took the penalty and Gryffindor was up thirty to zero.
Everyone watched as Harry went into a dive. They watched as the two Slytherin Beaters hit a Bludger at him. The two, Bole and Derrick closed in on Harry, their clubs raised. At the last minute, Harry flew straight up, and the two crashed into one another with a sickening crunch. The Gryffindors and their supporters laughed as they pulled themselves apart, clutching their heads.
Angelina was in possession. Flint came up along side her and took possession, managing to score the first Slytherin goal.
The game quickly turned into one of the dirtiest played. The Slytherins weren't taking too kindly to being beaten by their mortal enemies. Bole hit Alicia, saying he thought her dark head was a Bludger. George elbowed Bole in the face in retaliation. Penalties were again issued, Gryffindor scoring and Wood making another spectacular save. The score was now 40 – 10 for Gryffindor.
Harry wandered around the pitch, watching Malfoy, the Slytherin Seeker, and waiting for another goal to be scored.
Katie finally scored. Fred and George circled around her in case any Slytherin thought of revenge. But since they were with Katie, the Slytherin Beaters took advantage and hit Oliver with both Bludgers in the stomach. He was completely winded and he clutched his broom as tight as he could.
Madam Hooch had a little fit and awarded Gryffindor with a penalty shot. Angelina took it and scored. Warrington gained control of the Quaffle. Fred pelted the Bludger at him, causing him to drop it and Alicia to possess it and score. 70 to 10 for Gryffindor.
Cheers came from the crowd, louder then ever. If Harry caught the Snitch now, Gryffindor would win.
Harry saw it. He adrenaline pumped as he bolted toward it. As he flew, his broom slowed down, which meant a big problem. "What's happening?" Harry thought and looked back to find Malfoy clutching the tail of his new broom.
Every Gryffindor was enraged. What a cheater! Madam Hooch had another little fit, along with many of the teachers. A penalty was issued, but Alicia was so mad she missed.
The next moment Montague scored for the Slytherins. They were playing harder and dirtier then ever trying to catch up.
Malfoy was sticking to Harry like glue.
Angelina took possession. The whole of the Slytherin team, except Malfoy, were streaking up the pitch towards her. Harry flew toward them and they scattered away, leaving Angelina open to score. And she did.
When Harry turned around, Malfoy was diving for the Snitch. The whole pitch and stands went quiet. All eyes were on Harry and Draco.
Harry flattened himself and pushed his broom forward as fast as he could. A Bludger was hit toward him, but luckily missed. Harry reached Malfoy, knocked his outstretched arm out of the way and grabbed the struggling Snitch.
Harry pulled out of his dive, holding up the Snitch in his hand.
Oliver burst out in tears of joy. He flew toward Harry and fell into his shoulder sobbing.
Katie and the two other Chasers yelled, "We've won the Cup!" repeatedly.
Fred and George joined in with Wood in hugging Harry. Katie, Angelina and Alicia joined in a few moments later. They sank to the ground, their voices hoarse, still in one big red mass.
They let go as Dumbledore came out onto the pitch carrying the Quidditch Cup. He handed to Oliver, and he cried a bit harder.
Katie looked up at Oliver. To her, he looked beautiful crying his eyes out. She smiled and tears ran down her face. This was the best moment of her life.
Oliver kissed the Cup and passed it on to the twins. He turned to Katie. He rushed to her and swept her into a tight hug. He pulled back, placed his hands on her face and wiped away her tears.
"We won," he said softly. The noise drowned away as they stared into one another's eyes. More tears streamed down Oliver's face.
"We won," she said and wiped his tears away with her sleeve.
He kissed her deeply and with more passion then he had ever done with any other girl. They only pulled away when they felt the crowd, mainly Fred and George, pushing them to take to cup again.
Katie held one side up, while Oliver took the other. They all, the team, the Gryffindor residents and a few other supporters headed back to Gryffindor Tower for the biggest party of the year.
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Angelina, Alicia and Katie had just stepped out of the shower and were standing at their lockers in their towels. They looked at each other and then squealed excitedly.
"We won, we won, we won!" the 3 girl screamed out, hugging.
"Let's hurry up. We need to get to that PARTY!" Angelina said, and they all hurriedly dressed in their black, knee-length skirts, white button up shirts, Gryffindor ties, gray sweaters, knee-high socks, and black shoes. They didn't bother putting on their robes or hats.
They started off toward the tower.
"Argh, Katie, I hate you. You look so good in the uniform. It makes me look fat," Alicia moaned as they walked along.
Katie let out a laugh. "I don't look any better then you two do in them. Stop complaining."
"Whatever, that's just why you have the most sought out, not to mention the hottest, man in Hogwarts following you around like a puppy," Angelina said with a smirk.
"Quiet you! He doesn't follow me around like a puppy because of this dumb uniform, it'd because of my wonderful, charming personality," Katie said laughing.
"And because of your hot arse," George said as he caught up with them.
Katie and Angelina scowled.
"Don't be looking at my arse," Katie said.
"It's hard not to, it's pretty big!" George said and bolted into the Common Room.
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"George Weasley! Where are you?" Katie yelled as the 3 girls entered the Common Room. But George seemed to have gone missing, as well as his twin. Turns out they had headed to Hogsmeade to pick up a few supplies for the party. When they returned, George got the beating of a lifetime from Katie.
After, Katie stole a couple Butterbeers from them and went to the couch and squashed herself between Angelina and Alicia.
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Oliver was busy upstairs polishing the Cup. He was so proud of himself and the team. He finished polishing and brought the Cup down the Common Room.
Everyone cheered when they saw Oliver bringing the Cup down the stairs. He set it down on a table and stood beside it proudly. A crowd quickly gathered (mainly of girls) to talk to him about the astounding saves he had made.
Oliver scanned the room for Katie every few moments, but only found her when he saw Cedric Diggory help her out of her tight spot on the couch. He saw Cedric take her hand and pull, Katie coming up fast, and coming quite close to Cedric's face. Oliver's eyes narrowed. He continued to watch them as they talked by the fireplace. He watched Cedric watch her, and laugh at her jokes. He quickly excused himself and walked over to them. As he did, Oliver loosened his tie and ruffled his hair. He knew Katie couldn't resist that.
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"So, after all of that, he's like, 'Man! Have you ever been hit in the head by a pig?' and he replies, 'No, but..." Katie was just getting into her joke.
"Hello you two!" Oliver interrupted!
"Why does everyone interrupt me when I'm telling that joke? Hey Oliver," Katie said smiling brightly.
"Wood. Congratulations," Cedric said menacingly. He had been so close to asking Katie out to Hogsmeade.
"Mind if I steal this beauty away for a moment," Oliver said, not as a question.
"No one's stopping you!" Katie said and went off with Oliver. She looked up at him. He was so adorable, his hair a mess. "What did you want to steal me away for?" she asked and set her empty bottle on a random table.
"I want to talk to you," he said seriously, slightly sweating.
"Ok, about what?" she asked innocently. She had no idea what was going on.
"Not here, let's go up to the Breezeway," he said, took her hand and led her up the stairs. The Breezeway was the area between the boys' and girls' dorms.
"Ok, now what is it Oliver? Why did you want to talk to me here all alone?" she asked, but she slowly started to realize what was going to happen. She flashed him her stunning smile.
He slowly inhaled and exhaled. "Katiewillyoubemygirlfriend?" he said quickly.
"What?"
"Katie, will you be my girlfriend?" Oliver asked slower.
Katie laughed and Oliver cringed. Maybe she didn't want him...
"Of course I will Oliver! I was going to ask you tonight!" she said laughing and hugged him tightly.
Oliver let out a laugh of release. "I was so scared you were going to say no," he said breathing rapidly.
"I kissed you in front of the whole school earlier! You honestly thought I wasn't going to accept?" she asked and smiled cheerfully.
He nodded, "I was so scared."
"That is so sweet," she said.
Oliver bent down and kissed his girlfriend. This was the best day of his life. They stayed up at the Breezeway for a little longer, and then returned to the party.
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"Everyone! Hey you all!" Oliver yelled as they walked down. Everyone looked up at Oliver and Katie inquisitively. "I have an announcement to make!"
"Oliver! What are you doing?" Katie hissed quietly.
"I want you all to meet my girlfriend, Katie Bell," he announced to the crowd, the whole time looking at Katie.
Angelina, Alicia, George and Fred all yelled "FINALLY!" while most people smiled and clapped. Some females had heart-broken looks on their faces as they glowered enviously at Katie. A few males glared at Oliver, Cedric glaring the angriest of them all. But Oliver and Katie didn't notice this. All they noticed were one another.
The party continued well into the night. Oliver stuck by Katie the whole time. He held her hand, or had his arms around her, or kissed her at any given time.
When it was over, Oliver walked Katie up to her room.
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"I guess this is good night then," she said when they reached her room.
"I guess so. I wish this night could just go on forever," he said and he took her hands in his.
She smiled. "Me too. But we'll have tomorrow, and the next day, and the next. You know what I mean," she said.
"Damn straight," he said, "But I should let you go off to bed."
She nodded. "Yes, it's been quite a day," she said with an affectionate smile.
"It sure had," Oliver said and kissed her gently, "Good night."
"Good night," she said as she stepped into her room. He had just turned around and started to walk away when he heard his name called.
"Yes Katie?" he asked and turned back around.
She ran to him and kissed him fervently.
"Wow," Oliver said when she pulled away, "What was that for?"
"Just because," she said lovingly, "You've been so great to put up with me for the past little while. I'm glad you did it."
He watched her walk back into her room, give him a little wave and shut the door.
"Anything for the woman I love," he said and walked back to his room. Life was perfect.
A/N: This could be a good ending, but it's not. There's 3 (maybe 4) chapters to go!