Chapter 6- Secrets

"What on earth is wrong with you two?" said Hermione exasperatedly during Charms, in which both Harry and Ron had fallen asleep. She prodded them both with her wand.

"N-N-Nothing, just forget it, 'Mione," said Ron, failing to stifle a huge yawn. Harry suddenly laughed weakly. Ron looked over. Hermione tutted. Then, before he could stop himself, Harry was in a fit of giggles, and could not stop laughing until lunch. Hermione gave up on trying to talk to them during lunch and went to go sit by Ginny. As soon as she left them though, they put their heads together, whispering and laughing even more.

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Ginny had tried to avoid Dumbledore all week. She had a feeling he knew, although her hiding in broom closets cover was blown by Neville.

"Ginny, what are you doing in there?" Neville asked loudly when Dumbledore (who was in conversation with Snape and McGonagall) was only feet away. Ginny came out of the closet almost as red as her hair, looked at Snape and turned even redder, if that was possible. She hadn't been to see him in ages.

"I er- dropped my quill, and then it accidentally got kicked under the door. I was just getting it."

McGonagall's eyebrows raised, Ginny could tell she didn't believe the story. Snape stared intently at her, and Dumbledore smiled, his eyes twinkling once again. Ginny smiled foolishly, and grabbed Neville's arm to walk away.

"Severus, of you would please assisst me to my office. Minerva, excuse us," Ginny heard Dumbledore behind her. She it was all over, but hid her worries and doubt as she walked with Neville back to the common room.