PEEVES AND QUDDITCH

Harry spent his time training and pulling pranks in the Manor. It was the best time of his life, having no worries and being able to see and be with his parents again. While the wizarding world worried about Voldermort, Harry was in fact, appearing out of nowhere, mercilessly killing the enemy, leaving the aurors puzzled. However, he couldn't help but think about Ginny, his girlfriend and only love.

'Harry? Son, are you alright?' James asked.

'Huh? Oh… sorry Dad,' Harry replied, 'I was just thinking… about…,' He hesitated, 'Never mind. It's alright.'

'No it's not. Are you thinking of Ginny?' James asked.

'How did you know?' Harry answered, shocked.

'Merlin…' James said simply.

'Oh…'

'I heard from Merlin that she could hear you when you went back to the Headquarters.'

Harry nodded, 'Yeah. He said the bond was strong, ever since you and Mum. But I just… I miss her. Her smile, her beauty, everything! And Dumbledore's ruining everything I hoped to build.' With that, Harry punched his fist against the wall.

'Sometimes things might not turn out the way we want them to. But you will see, that they each have the same outcome. The same as you defeating Voldermort once and for all. Do your best and expect nothing but the best.'

Harry hugged his father, 'Thanks Dad.'

Days passed by and in the Wizarding World, it was already November. The annually held Qudditch Tournament had already began as every house prepared and trained as hard as they could to win. Ginny was Gryffindor's new seeker, replacing Harry.

Harry on the other hand, went back to the castle, being invisible again, looking for Peeves. He had arranged to meet his old friend in the room of requirement.

'Hey Peeves! Missed me? Haven't seen you in a while!'

'Harry! My boy! Terribly sorry about your "death", so how's the pranks coming? So sorry for those pranks pulled on ya. Didn't know who you were at that time,' Peeves said cheekily.

'S'okay. I want you to do me a favor. It's rather… personal so I would like ya to be kinda serious about it.'

'Anything for my old buddie!'

Harry smiled and began, 'You do know who's Ginny right? 5th year Gryffindor?'

'Yeah, I do. Why? Want me to watch her or something?' Peeves asked.

'Um… You can say that. I was thinking of rather… protecting her… for me… till I get back or you do a really bad job and I'll kick your arse down the main staircase,' Harry grinned.

'Hey! I'm capable of doing something that easy… Don't worry Harry. Dear Ginny is in safe hands. If it makes you feel better, I'll owl you everyday yeah?'

Harry smacked his head, although he's a ghost but Harry's a ghost too, 'That's shit man! Anyway just protect her ok?'

'No prob Harry!'

'Thanks Peeves. I knew I could count on you. And that also means NO pranks on her.'

'Ok,ok! I get it already! Ugh! She's your darling, your only one true love, Harry Potter's dear girlfriend, that person must be courting death to provoke such a high positioned girl.'

Harry smirked, 'You got that right! Thanks Peeves. I'll see you around soon yeah? Oh and keep it a secret. Don't tell anyone, especially Dumbledore.'

'Don't worry Harry! I swear ok? Now get your smelly arse back to the Manor!'

Harry laughed and disappeared.

'Harry! Where have you been?' Lily asked.

'I went back to see Peeves for something, mum. Don't worry, I'm 16, I can take care of myself,' Harry gave his mother the sweetest smile, hoping she would let him off.

'Oh alright… Your father used to do that when he did something wrong.'

'That's my dad!'

The next day, Harry paid a visit to Diagon Alley with Sirius, both had disguise themselves so no one could recognize them. Apparating to Diagon Alley, Harry immediately entered Quality Qudditch Supplies. He had intended to get the latest broom, LIGHTNING SCAR for the Gryffindor Qudditch Team.

'Hello young sir, how may I help you?'

'Hi… I wish to speak with the manager of the store.'

'Very well sir, this way please?' The man in his 30s show Harry and Sirius up a flight of stairs and into a room decorated with antique brooms.

'Mr. Brown, this young sir wishes to speak to you.'

'Mr. Brown, at your service Mr.…?' he enquired.

'Oh… call me Rave.' Harry answered.

'Very well Rave, I'm John. How may I help you?

'Um… I would like to purchase 7 LIGHTNING SCARS and I'm not joking,' Harry said simple to the wide-eyed man and continued, 'I would like it to be delivered to Hogwarts, Great Hall, Gryffindor Table.

'Sure! Absolutely no worries about it Mr. Rave. We'll have delivered tomorrow morning. I assume it's for a qudditch match Mr. Rave?'

Harry smiled, 'Yes… It is.'

'Then Mr. Rave, would you be interested in our latest broom. It's not for sale yet, not officially but the broom just came into the store yesterday. It's a beauty…' his voice trailed as Mr. Brown went into a small room and brought out a fine piece of broom.

'It's made of Holly, the speed is unlimited and easy to control. Usually the rider has to pull it to the direction he or she wants it to fly to but for this broom, it's enhanced. It responds to the voice command of the rider and only the rider, no one else. Unless, of course, the rider allows it. That's why the price is so high for this,' Harry looked at the man who quickly defended himself, 'I'm not asking you to buy it but I thought you might be interested. I haven't gave it a name yet. Maybe you would like to call it?'

Harry stood there, in deep thought. Finally, he spoke, 'I've changed my mind. I want 6 LIGHTNING SCARS and 2 of this brooms… Force of Nature… yeah… That's what I'll call it.'

'Brilliant! Are you kidding me, you serious on buying those?'

Harry smiled, 'Of course!

'I must be dreaming… Thank you so much Mr. Rave! Thank You for doing business with you…'

'Pleasure's all mine, Mr. Brown,' Harry smiled.

Harry went back to the Manor with one Force, he nicknamed it, on his shoulder.. He had to look for Merlin and have a talk with him.

'Master?'

'Yes Harry?'

'I was wondering if I could see Ginny at the match tomorrow. It's… it's against Gryffindor…'

'Of course Harry… I 'm not Albus. You don't have to report your every action to me… After all, you're already 16, if I'm not wrong, 'Merlin chuckled.

Harry broke into a smile, 'Thanks…'

That night, Helga and Rowena cooked a sumptuous meal, as always, for everyone.

'Harry,' Helga asked, 'Are you sure you don't want Godric and Sal to accompany you?'

'Yes Helga, for the umpteen time you've asked, 'Harry sighed, 'I'm VERY positive,' Harry finished, adding emphasis on the word "very".

'Alright…'

'Then, are you coming back for lunch? What time's the game?' Lily asked.

'I dunno Mum… I suppose I'll be out the whole day…'

Lily nodded at her son and continued eating.

Harry went to bed, hoping to dream of Ginny, after not seeing her for so long.

'Ginny? Wake up…' Ron shouted towards the Girl's dormitory .

'Hmmm… Just 5 minutes…' she groaned.

'Ginny!' Hermione shouted at her ear.

Ginny immediately sat up, and found Hermione giggling.

'Oh it's just you…' Ginny muttered and went back to sleep.

'Ginny, wake up… we've got a match today remember? Against Slytherins?'

It's not till 11 Herm…' Ginny muttered.

'It is 10.30!'

Ginny quickly got off the bed, 'Why didn't you tell me Herm!' She took a quick shower, wanting to feel fresh before beating those Slytherins to pulp.

She ran to the common room, with her old cleansweep over her shoulder.

'Ginny… I brought up some breakfast for you,' Dean offered.

'Th-thank you…' Ginny replied uneasily. It was quite the obvious that Dean liked Ginny. However, it was more that obvious that Harry and Ginny were together. And now that Harry's gone, Dean knew that he would stand at a higher chance with no one to compete with him.

Ron coughed, beckoning Dean to lead Ginny to the table. When everyone heard of Ginny's suitor, they immediately approved and encouraged it. Dean obviously had a lot of allies helping him but Ginny did not want any one except Harry.

Dean stretched out his hand to pull Ginny towards the table but Ginny was faster. She headed off to the table and grabbed a toast. Just the, Professor McGonagall appeared, closing the portrait behind her.

'Professor…' the Gryffindors greeted.

'Weasley, she turned to Ron, 'I do not know how… but you have placed an order for a6 LIGHTNING SCARS and a… what's this!' she exclaimed, 'Force of Nature?'

'What's that?'

McGonagall read the note attached to the brooms.

'It seems that it's a new broom that's just came into the store days ago. And the shop owner said that the broom was meant for Ginny. The buyer gave specific instructions for it.'

Ginny's mouth drop.

'For me?' she spoke softly, approaching it.

'Yes Weasley. I must say you have a good friend out there somewhere. I'll take my leave now,' the Transfiguration teacher turned to walk out but came to Ron , 'And Mr. Weasley, I do hope to see Gryffindor's winning. I can't stand the smirk on Severus's face.'

Ron smirked, 'Yes Professor.

Harry went out of his room, wearing a pair of shorts and a shirt. Although it was November, he did not felt cold or whatsoever.

'Morning Harry!' Sirius and Cedric exclaimed.

'Morning guys!' Harry grabbed a toast from the table and rushed off, 'See you later guys!' He apparated to Hogwarts, just in time to see the students filing into the stands. He hid himself behind the thick trees in the forests. He sat on a branch, floating, in fact, just in case the branch could not support his weight.

He had in fact grown, and had bulging muscles which was hidden under his shirt. He saw the Gryffindors Slytherins coming out, riding their brooms. He heard Lee commenting on the amazing broom the Gryffindors had. He noticed the grim look on Malfoy's face and wanted to laugh out loud.

The match started. He spotted Ginny flying around looking for the snitch. He wanted so badly to catch it and give it to her as he could easily detect it using his ears.

Gryffindor scored. Dean shot from the side after a great pass from Neville.

Dean… Harry thought. He knew that Dean was trying to get Ginny to like him and that he had the support of the Order.

He switched his mind back to the game. Gryffindor scored 4 times within half an hour. The Creevy brothers were doing a wonderful job on the buldgers. Harry thought of Dennis and Colin starting a Harry Potter fan club. He laughed at the thought but suddenly, he sensed something. He quickly turned back his attention on the match. A buldger flew towards Ginny while she and Draco were chasing the snitch. The buldger hit Ginny and knock her off her broom.

Harry immediately flew to the stadium. Faster… faster! He thought as she was falling faster than expected. He flew down and upwards to catch her. He landed safely on the ground.

'Ginny… Ginny…' Harry gently shook her.

By then, all the Order members present were surrounding Harry.

Harry sensed their presence but Ginny was his priority.

'Who are you?' Lupin questioned, wand drawn

Harry carried her and spoke, 'She needs to see Mdm Promfrey and if you insist on not letting me pass, I'll have to force you.'

'No… It's a trick. He's one of them.'

Harry wasted no time on them. He floated up and flew to the castle, leaving them in awe.

'Mdm Promfrey, I need you to treat her.'

'Who? What are you?'

'Just treat her!' Harry's voice grew dangerously.

The patron complied and proceed to treat her. Harry sensed their presence on the fourth floor. He mentally counted for 5 seconds before the door opened. He formed a invisible shield on him and on Ginny.

'Who exactly are you!' Dumbledore asked.

Harry ignored him, questioning Promfrey on Ginny.

'Headmaster…' Promfrey greeted.

'Poppy… what does he want?'

'Shut up Dumbledore! Harry drawled, 'Promfrey, is Ginny going to be alright?'

'Yes…she will wake any time now. I gave her some potion to cure the pain…' Promfrey replied nervously.

'How dare you!' Moody shouted.

'I just did… Now if you all will just put your wands away and shut up… It might save another person from being deaf.'

Harry turned back to Ginny and bent down to give her a kiss on the cheek.

Ginny moaned softly.

'Ginny…' Harry called softly.

Ginny opened her eyes slowly. And right in front of her was the man of her dreams.

'Ha-Harry… Is that you?' Ginny whispered, still weak from the buldger.

Harry smiled, 'Shhh Ginny… I'm here. Everything's gonna be alright,' Harry kissed her.

'Potter!' The Order half shouted.

Harry turned, 'Last time I checked… yeah… I was… and still am.'

'But you are dead!' Snape said.

Dumbledore put a hand up to stop the Order form asking any more questions.

'Harry… I would like to see you in my office.' It was not a request but an order.

'No.'

Dumbledore was taken back at the response.

'I said no. I want to be with Ginny. And just piss off Dumbledore, for the sake of mankind. My life will no longer be yours to control any longer.'

'Potter! How dare you speak to the Headmaster in such a tone?' Snape shouted.

Harry lifted his finger to his ear, partly covering it.

'Like I said, I just did. And mind you, I still want to be able to hear.'

Harry could tell Snape was boiling. He ignored him and paid attention to Ginny.

'Harry… why? How?'

'I never did die Ginny. That's all you have to know,' Harry faced them again and said louder, 'That's all you all have to know. Now leave! Or you'll regret it!'

Dumbledore was furious. His eyes were focused onto Harry's, his mind penetrating Harry's. Harry smirked. He formed a barrier and used penetrated Dumbledore's mind. Dumbledore stumbled, the Order managed to support him before he fell.

'It's quite obvious I have become more powerful, Dumbledore. I'm no longer a boy whom you used to control. And I have found out about my heritage that I'm heir to the Founders and Merlin. There's no way you're going to hide it from me forever.'

'Just so you know, I've made changes to the castle and being heir, I can apparate within the castle. Guess Hogwarts: A history isn't that all reliable isn't it?' Harry smirked and apparated with Ginny. He appeared outside the Gryffindor Common Room and hissed to the Lion statue. Immediately, they were inside a larger room. Harry was carrying Ginny as she was too weak to walk.

'Welcome to our new home Gin,' Harry said. He went the room and laid her gently on the bed. He kissed her before leaving the room.

Harry summoned Dobby and a few more house elves.

'Dobby, I need you to look after Ginny for me until I return.'

'Yes sir Harry Potter sir. Dobby will sir,' the elf squeaked.

Harry smiled and called Peeves.

'Yeah Harry?'

'Peeves, I want you to guard Ginny for me.'

'Sure my boy!' Peeves grinned.