DON'T PRETEND YOU LOVE ME
CHAPTER IX GRYFFINDOR V.S. RAVENCLAW
Harry walked over to Tonks still confused; he didn't really know what Tonks's really look like, for all the time he spent with her, she always disguises herself into somebody else. There was one time she accompanied him at the Diagon Alley, everyone was staring at him and Tonks, the reason was because Tonks turned herself into a very very attractive early Thirty- year-old brunette who was catching the eyes of every male they passed by, Harry was embarrassed to death.
"What are you doing here Tonks?" asked Hermione
"Are you in a secret mission?" asked Ron
"Are there Death Eaters inside school?" asked Harry
"Mission? Death Eaters? What are you three talking about?" asked Tonks with an amused look on her face "I'm here because I was just visiting... Remus!" shrieked Tonks spotting Lupin who was just getting out of the Staff room
Lupin jumped when he heard a voice of a woman cry his name. He quickly felt for his heart fearing it may jump out off his chest in surprise.
"What the-"he turned around and saw Harry, Hermione, and Ron looking at him and an unfamiliar red head woman running towards him "Tonks?"
"C'mon, I don't want to see what's going to happen," said Harry
Hermione and Ron agreed and the three set off to the common room leaving a disgruntled Lupin alone with the hyperactive Tonks who was menacing him.
When the three reached the Gryffindor common room they saw the rest of the Gryffindor Quidditch team, accompanied by Dean, Parvati and lavender all talking about something. They greeted them when they all noticed the three arrive.
"Hello mate," greeted Dean
"We should think of a strategy how we can beat Ravenclaw tomorrow," said Seamus
Hermione grabbed a book from the table and started reading it on a sofa, its obvious they were going to talk about Quidditch again and she knows for sure that they are going to take forever.
"I can't believe how Slytherin destroyed Ravenclaw," said Agatha
"I know, Ravenclaw usually gives Slytherin a hard time," said Neville
"And did you guys see Crabbe and Goyle? They practically whacked anything that's closest to them," said Ginny
"I've never seen so much penalties in one game before, good thing that they have a great Keeper," said Seamus
"Man! Did you see their Keeper Ron? He was great, he never allowed a single Quaffle in," said Euan
"Yeah, we actually met him before, he's name is Derek Dolohov," said Ron
"The Death Eaters son?" asked Lavender
"Don't be that surprised, the whole Slytherin Quidditch team are kids of Death Eaters," said Harry
Ron coughed something that sounded a lot like 'Malfoy'
"Okay, so tomorrow were going to practice real hard for Ravenclaw, god knows how much they want revenge on Malfoy," said Harry
Days had passed; Harry's practice session with the team was becoming so exhausting, everyone on the team was comparing Ginny to Oliver Wood and Angelina Johnson.
"C'mon guys, just another game," said Ginny
"Forget it Gin, I'm too tired to fly," said Ron
"You're always too tired for everything," said Ginny "As Vice Captain of the team, I suggest for another game,"
"Ginny, I don't think that that would make them happy," said Ron pointing out the rest of the team; Neville was on his back, spread eagled on the ground, Agatha was checking to make sure his still alive Seamus was panting so hard, you would think that he was going to have an asthma attack, Harry was sitting down the bench with Euan both giving Ginny pleading looks to stop, of course Harry can stop her, but he doesn't want to be against her, no one ever gets on the bad side of Virginia Weasely... EVER!
"Fine!" said Ginny finally giving up
"Oh thank god, I thought it was going to be like last Sunday," said Euan
"Euan, I think you're really tired, that was yesterday," said Harry
"The practice sessions are so tiring each of them are starting to be jumbled in my head," said Ron coming up to them "C'mon guys, lets go grab some dinner,"
"Hey will someone help me with Neville!" said Agatha who was trying to get Neville to stand up
"Okay! C'mon Ron, lets go help Neville first," said Harry
Harry and Ron carried Neville to the Hospital Wing; Euan helped them by carrying their brooms, then after, they went to the great hall to grab some dinner then to the Gryffindor tower to get some rest.
Friday finally arrived; it was the day where Gryffindor faces Ravenclaw, Harry was inside the locker room with his head down on his knees until he heard someone say his name.
"Harry?"
"Hermione, what are you doing here?" said Harry with his face going vivid
"Oh, I was just looking for Ron about his Charms essay," said Hermione
Harry stood up and walked towards Hermione "So about you're uncle," said Harry
"Harry, I'm sorry you have to go through lots because of me, I promise I would make it up to you as soon as we get rid of him," said Hermione immediately. Hermione saw the seriousness on Harry's face that made her stop talking "Harry, do you want to tell me about something?" asked Hermione
Harry opened his mouth but no words came out, he was sure he was going to tell Hermione something..... Something important, but now his mind was completely empty, he was lost for words. Now he's looking quite silly in front of her.
"No, nothing," said Harry bitterly, feeling guilty, but the strange thing was he didn't know why
"Oh," said Hermione
"Hey guys, what are you two doing here?" said Ron coming in, now dressed in Quidditch uniform
"Hermione I think we should tell Ron about our secret" said Harry
"Harry are you sure, what if something happens," said Hermione
"I think it's about time to tell him the truth, we can't lie to him like this, his our best friend, he has the right to know," said Harry
"Hey, I'm talking to you guys, what's wrong with you two love puppies?" asked Ron still smiling at them
"Harry I think you're right about this, we should tell him the truth," said Hermione
Harry nodded at Hermione "Ron, we lied to you all, Hermione and me aren't really a couple,"
"Say what?" said Ron now looking serious
"It's a long story," said Hermione
A few minutes later Harry and Hermione had told Ron the truth.
"I can't believe you guys lied to me," said Ron looking hurt
"We had to Ron, if we hadn't, then you might have told Hermione's uncle the truth when you stare at him for too long," said Harry
The look on Ron's face suddenly vanished "You're right, I'm glad you haven't told me," said Ron
The three chuckled, finally they are not keeping secrets to each other anymore....I think.
"So tell us Ron, do you have the hots for Parvati?" asked Harry
"Yeah Ron, tell us," said Hermione
"I don't like her, not that I'm saying that I hate her, she had really been good to me all of the sudden, the girl that I like is her twin Padma," said Ron
"Padma?" said Harry
"Why her?" asked Hermione
"Well she's really pretty, and she's smart, not as smart as you Hermione but next to you, she's the smartest girl in school," said Ron
Hermione blushed "Thanks Ron," she said
"Boy, I really thought you two were the biggest couple in school until now," said Ron
"Not at all Ron, what about you're sister," said Harry
"What about her?" asked Ron
"You know she has a boyfriend right now," said Hermione
Ron didn't make any sound. He didn't shout, he didn't yell, he didn't scream but for sure he heard what Hermione had said, his baby sister has a boyfriend.............a boyfriend.
"She has a boyfriend?" said Ron
"Yeah," said Harry and Hermione in unison
"Who?"
"You mean you haven't heard?" asked Harry
"Everyone knows you're sister is with Neville Longbottom," said Hermione
At that precise moment, the rest of the Team entered the Locker room; they quickly broke their conversation. Ron immediately saw Neville and came towards him, Harry and Hermione followed.
Ron smiled at Neville at talked to him like he was his best friend "Hey Neville, you look thirsty, can I get you something, Water? Pumpkin juice? Firewhiskey? MY SISTER!" roared Ron
Neville looked nervous, if it hadn't been for Ginny, who knows what would have happened. Ginny went between of them and pulled her brother in a corner.
Neville leaned close to Harry and whispered something
"Do you think he didn't know about me and Ginny?" asked Neville
"Uh, that would be my guest," said Harry
"C'mon you guys! Its about to start!" called Seamus
"And here they are ladies and gentlemen! The two teams that will clash for today's victory towards the Championship Cup! Who will win and meet the victor of Hufflepuff and Slytherin two weeks from now? Will it be the retribution hungry Ravenclaw team? Or will it be the almighty Gryffindor team? Will Ravenclaw team captain Terry Boot succeed dragging his team to a victory today after a humiliating defeat against Slytherin last week with the strategy of the school's Head Boy Anthony Goldstein or will the Gryffindor team triumph once more with the help of new comers Chaser Euan Abercrombie, Beater Neville Longbottom and Quidditch veterans Chaser Ginny Weasley and the famous seeker Team captain Harry Potter," announced Dean.
"Nicely said Dean," said Sirius who was sitting beside Dean
"Thanks, its all because of Muggle Television," said Dean
"And now! Walking from the Ravenclaw end! Ravenclaw! Chasers Kennedy, Darius, Dixon, Beaters Huntington and Moore, Keeper Goldstein and Their team captain and Seeker Terry Boot!"
"And there they are ladies and gentlemen! From the other end, Gryffindor! Chasers Tolkin, Abercrombie, Weasley! Beaters Finnigan and Longbottom! Keeper Weasley and Seeker and Team captain Potter!"
Harry and the others went to the Quidditch pitch, where they were met by Madam Hooch and the Ravenclaw Qudditch team on the ground. The screams of the fans erupted more loudly as the two teams met in the middle of the field.
"Now all of you know all the rules, I want a clean and honest game, team captains shake hands," commanded Madam Hooch
Harry and Terry shook hands, he saw Terry boot's eyes and saw fire in them, from that point he can tell, this is one of the matches he wont forget.
"Mount your Brooms!" shouted Madam Hooch
All Fourteen players got on their Brooms and kicked off through the air immediately followed by the two black Bludgers, the scarlet Quaffle and the golden Snitch.
"And theiiiiiiiir off, Kennedy has possession of the Quaffle, Tolkin right beside him, ouch! What a nice elbow from Tolkin, what a woman she is, Kennedy drops the Quaffle and now caught by the rookie Abercrombie, Abercrombie evades a Bludger sent from above by Huntington, C'mon kid you can do this! Oh no, side winded by Dixon! Quaffle falling wait, its caught by Weasley! She's going for the post, Dodges Darius, can Anthony Goldstein block this shot!"
WHAM!
"Goodness gracious! What a nice Bludger shot from Longbottom to Goldstein! No one's guarding the goal post! And there's an easy score for Gryffindor! 10-0, those two make a good team as well as a good couple,"
Dean stopped and looked at the other end of the field and saw Ron swearing at him, he didn't understand what he was saying so he continued to comment. Harry on the other hand was busy scanning the field for the Snitch as well as Terry Boot, he couldn't understand it, he was sure he would have saw a glimpse of the golden Snitch, he decided to listen to Dean's comments while he was looking for the Snitch.
"Dixon avoids Tolkin! He shoots! Reeeeeeejected by Ron Weasley! Now his sister with possession! Dodges a Bludger! And another one! She's on fire! She shoots....Caught by Goldstein! Passes it to Darius! Intercepted by Abercrombie! He takes the shot! It stays there! What an unbelievable performance by the Third year rookie! 20-0 in favor of Gryffindor!"
Cheers erupted from the Gryffindor stands that Harry had to cover his ears to keep them deafen he was still looking for the ground for that damn Snitch.
"I wonder where it's gone to," muttered Harry
He looked over to Boot and as far as he can see, he was just like him having trouble finding the Snitch; he continued scanning for the ground for a golden shimmer while listening to the comments.
"It's in! Boy, what a Bludger from behind by Moore! I sure hope Weasley is all right! 20-10 still in favor of Gryffindor! Tolkin has possession! She dodges Kennedy! She's almost there! She stopped! No! Huntington's just bluffing! He doesn't have a Bludger! It seems that Ravenclaw finally found the weak point inside the ranks of their opponent! Now the Quaffle is at the hands of Darius! Dodges Weasley! Longbottom tries to stop him..... But no good! He goes for the goal! He shoots..... Catch it Ron! Catch it! Darn! The game is tied 20-20!"
"Where is it? Where is it? Where's the Snitch?" muttered Harry
"Abercrombie has possession, passes it to Weasley, passes it back to Abercrombie, passes it to Tolkin, No! She took the bate again! This time it's Moore who faked the Bludger! Tolkin drops the Quaffle! Kennedy retrieves! Avoids the Bludger from Finnigan! He shoots..... He scores! Ravenclaw is leading now by ten points! The scores now are 20-30 in favor of Ravenclaw!"
TWEEEEEEEEEEEET!
"That's the whistle! Gryffindor has asked for a time out! What strategy will Gryffindor think of to escape Ravenclaw's massive beating?"
Harry disembarked on the ground, meeting the rest of the team as he got off his Firebolt.
"Okay, huddle up everyone!" said Harry
The others followed Harry's command.
"I can't believe it, Ravenclaw is anticipating our moves," said Seamus
"Harry, any luck finding the Snitch yet?" asked Ginny
"No, I can't find the darn thing," said Harry irritably "Seamus, Neville, how come Ravenclaw are the only ones throwing the Bludgers?" asked Harry
"We can't get our hands on one of them," said Seamus
"Dixon is ramming us with his broom, he's been doing everything just so we can't get a Bludger," said Neville
"50 seconds left Gryffindor!" shouted Madam Hooch
"Here's our plan, Agatha since you've been their target I'm gonna make you mark Dixon instead," said Harry
Agatha nodded "I'm sorry you guys if I'm such a coward when it comes to Bludgers," she said
"It's all right Agatha, they've been spying on us remember," said Harry
"It's okay mate," said Ron "It's not you're fault if the team has its disadvantages" he glared at Neville
"Hey, what did I do?" asked Neville
"I'll talk to you later Neville," said Ron still glaring at him
"How about me sir, what can I do?" said Euan
"Euan, you and Ginny are among two of the best Chasers I've ever knew in Hogwarts, I know you two can do this," said Harry
Euan and Ginny blushed on what Harry had just said.
"And finally you Ron, do your best to block their shots," said Harry
"You got it," said Ron
TWEEEEEEEEEEEET!
"That's the whistle, okay you guys on four!" said Harry; everyone piled their hands together
"One! Two! Three! Four!" yelled Harry
"GRYFFINDOOOOOOOR!"
All fourteen players got on their brooms and kicked up to the air once more.
"And there they are ladies gentlemen, they're off once more to do battle in the air once again, can Gryffindor think of a new plan to win this match, or will Anthony Goldstein's full proof plans might just make Raveclaw's claws sharp enough to slash away the competition."
Harry flew close to Boot; wanting to catch his eye, when Boot did look at him Harry zoomed to the ground.
"Wait everyone! I think Potter is in pursuit of the Snitch! But wait! Boot is right beside him! Oh shit, their going to crash!"
When Harry noticed Boot was right beside him, he waited for a few more seconds then pulled back.
"Ouch! Merlin's beard! The Wronski Feint! Potter just did the Wronski Feint! I've never seen it before Krum did one! Boot hit the ground, hard if I must say!"
Madam Hooch blew the whistle signaling the game to take a halt; Madam Pomfrey and Madam Hooch quickly came to the aid of the fallen Seeker, Madam Pomfrey made him drink a potion of some sort, and then a few moments later, Boot is now up on his feet walking back to her Broom, Madam Hooch blew her whistle once more signaling the game to continue.
"I'm glad he's fine folks, no need to worry, and the game is on once more! Kennedy has possession! But stolen by Weasley! Here comes Darius to block her! Ow! Hit by a Bludger sent by Finnigan! Now Weasley's approaching the Keeper can she capitalize! Whoa! Shoved by Abercrombie! Weasley shoots..... She scores! I can't believe it! We're tied once more! 30-30! Dixon has possession now! Ouch! Rammed by Tolkin! Nice come back, she's been marking Dixon ever since the game continued! It's a good thing though, that way nobody will prevent the Gryffindor Beaters to do their jobs, Kennedy catches the Quaffle, he shoots..... Blocked by Weasley! What is it with this Weasleys? Good Keeper, excellent Chaser and a spanking outstanding Seeker! Remember the Great Charlie Weasley, back to the game! Here we go! Wait! Potter and Boot are on the move again! This time their after the real Snitch!"
Dean was right, Harry had just spotted the Snitch for the first time of the game, he zoomed towards it followed closely by Boot.
"Their off! Which of these two Seekers will give their team a hundred and fifty points! Whoever catches the Snitch will decide the conclusion of the match! Potter and Boot now side by side! There's an elbow from Boot! Now one from Potter! And another one from Boot! And Potter retaliates giving him another one! These two are rendering each other senseless! Now Boot is kicking Potter off of his Broom! Whistle! Where's the damn whistle on that! Ouch! Boot elbows Potter right on the face!"
Terry Boot's elbow caused Harry's glasses to fall.
"They're approaching the walls! If they don't pull away right now they're going to crash! Boot pulls away! Now Potter and just in time! It's over Potter catches the Snitch! Gryffindor wins!
Harry descended back down to the ground and was meet by a huge group hug.
"We won! We won!" cried Ginny who was hugged by Neville. Ron was glaring at him but was immediately distracted by Parvati who lunge at him
"Great catch Harry," said Euan
"Thanks Euan," said Harry
"Going back to the rest of the game, Tolkin and Weasley has each scored during the exciting chase for the Snitch! The final score is Gryffindor 200 and Ravenclaw 30! What a classic catch by the best Seeker in the league!"
Ravenclaw in a meanwhile was now on the ground, Terry Boot was punching the ground blaming himself, Anthony Goldstein was by his side.
"Damn it! Damn it! It's my fault! I'm the one to blame!" said Terry
"Terry it's not you're fault, we came this far because of you, don't blame your self, you should be proud that we gave it all we got, the better team just won that's all," said Anthony
"Terry,"
"What!" Terry snarled
"It was a great game,"
Terry looked up and saw Harry standing in front of him; he got up and gained back his composure.
"Harry," he started "You better beat Slytherin next week or I'll kick your ass," said Terry
Harry smiled at him "I'm very attached to it so I'll try my best," said Harry
The two exchanged smiles and shook each other's hand. Everyone erupted into applause
"Harry that was really a great thing you did,"
Harry turned around and saw Hermione beaming at him "What great thing?" he said
"The way you caught the Snitch and the way you talked to Terry like that," said Hermione
"Thanks, I---"but before he could finish, Hermione had already given him a kiss on the cheek
"Hahh! I saw that, you two make a good couple," exclaimed Anthony
Harry and Hermione blushed scarlet.
"C'mon mate let's eat, I'm starving," said Ron
Harry and the others headed back to the locker room to change; while he walked with his friends he noticed that the air was cold, it was freezing in fact, then he remembered, how can he forget, it was December already.
CHAPTER IX GRYFFINDOR V.S. RAVENCLAW
Harry walked over to Tonks still confused; he didn't really know what Tonks's really look like, for all the time he spent with her, she always disguises herself into somebody else. There was one time she accompanied him at the Diagon Alley, everyone was staring at him and Tonks, the reason was because Tonks turned herself into a very very attractive early Thirty- year-old brunette who was catching the eyes of every male they passed by, Harry was embarrassed to death.
"What are you doing here Tonks?" asked Hermione
"Are you in a secret mission?" asked Ron
"Are there Death Eaters inside school?" asked Harry
"Mission? Death Eaters? What are you three talking about?" asked Tonks with an amused look on her face "I'm here because I was just visiting... Remus!" shrieked Tonks spotting Lupin who was just getting out of the Staff room
Lupin jumped when he heard a voice of a woman cry his name. He quickly felt for his heart fearing it may jump out off his chest in surprise.
"What the-"he turned around and saw Harry, Hermione, and Ron looking at him and an unfamiliar red head woman running towards him "Tonks?"
"C'mon, I don't want to see what's going to happen," said Harry
Hermione and Ron agreed and the three set off to the common room leaving a disgruntled Lupin alone with the hyperactive Tonks who was menacing him.
When the three reached the Gryffindor common room they saw the rest of the Gryffindor Quidditch team, accompanied by Dean, Parvati and lavender all talking about something. They greeted them when they all noticed the three arrive.
"Hello mate," greeted Dean
"We should think of a strategy how we can beat Ravenclaw tomorrow," said Seamus
Hermione grabbed a book from the table and started reading it on a sofa, its obvious they were going to talk about Quidditch again and she knows for sure that they are going to take forever.
"I can't believe how Slytherin destroyed Ravenclaw," said Agatha
"I know, Ravenclaw usually gives Slytherin a hard time," said Neville
"And did you guys see Crabbe and Goyle? They practically whacked anything that's closest to them," said Ginny
"I've never seen so much penalties in one game before, good thing that they have a great Keeper," said Seamus
"Man! Did you see their Keeper Ron? He was great, he never allowed a single Quaffle in," said Euan
"Yeah, we actually met him before, he's name is Derek Dolohov," said Ron
"The Death Eaters son?" asked Lavender
"Don't be that surprised, the whole Slytherin Quidditch team are kids of Death Eaters," said Harry
Ron coughed something that sounded a lot like 'Malfoy'
"Okay, so tomorrow were going to practice real hard for Ravenclaw, god knows how much they want revenge on Malfoy," said Harry
Days had passed; Harry's practice session with the team was becoming so exhausting, everyone on the team was comparing Ginny to Oliver Wood and Angelina Johnson.
"C'mon guys, just another game," said Ginny
"Forget it Gin, I'm too tired to fly," said Ron
"You're always too tired for everything," said Ginny "As Vice Captain of the team, I suggest for another game,"
"Ginny, I don't think that that would make them happy," said Ron pointing out the rest of the team; Neville was on his back, spread eagled on the ground, Agatha was checking to make sure his still alive Seamus was panting so hard, you would think that he was going to have an asthma attack, Harry was sitting down the bench with Euan both giving Ginny pleading looks to stop, of course Harry can stop her, but he doesn't want to be against her, no one ever gets on the bad side of Virginia Weasely... EVER!
"Fine!" said Ginny finally giving up
"Oh thank god, I thought it was going to be like last Sunday," said Euan
"Euan, I think you're really tired, that was yesterday," said Harry
"The practice sessions are so tiring each of them are starting to be jumbled in my head," said Ron coming up to them "C'mon guys, lets go grab some dinner,"
"Hey will someone help me with Neville!" said Agatha who was trying to get Neville to stand up
"Okay! C'mon Ron, lets go help Neville first," said Harry
Harry and Ron carried Neville to the Hospital Wing; Euan helped them by carrying their brooms, then after, they went to the great hall to grab some dinner then to the Gryffindor tower to get some rest.
Friday finally arrived; it was the day where Gryffindor faces Ravenclaw, Harry was inside the locker room with his head down on his knees until he heard someone say his name.
"Harry?"
"Hermione, what are you doing here?" said Harry with his face going vivid
"Oh, I was just looking for Ron about his Charms essay," said Hermione
Harry stood up and walked towards Hermione "So about you're uncle," said Harry
"Harry, I'm sorry you have to go through lots because of me, I promise I would make it up to you as soon as we get rid of him," said Hermione immediately. Hermione saw the seriousness on Harry's face that made her stop talking "Harry, do you want to tell me about something?" asked Hermione
Harry opened his mouth but no words came out, he was sure he was going to tell Hermione something..... Something important, but now his mind was completely empty, he was lost for words. Now he's looking quite silly in front of her.
"No, nothing," said Harry bitterly, feeling guilty, but the strange thing was he didn't know why
"Oh," said Hermione
"Hey guys, what are you two doing here?" said Ron coming in, now dressed in Quidditch uniform
"Hermione I think we should tell Ron about our secret" said Harry
"Harry are you sure, what if something happens," said Hermione
"I think it's about time to tell him the truth, we can't lie to him like this, his our best friend, he has the right to know," said Harry
"Hey, I'm talking to you guys, what's wrong with you two love puppies?" asked Ron still smiling at them
"Harry I think you're right about this, we should tell him the truth," said Hermione
Harry nodded at Hermione "Ron, we lied to you all, Hermione and me aren't really a couple,"
"Say what?" said Ron now looking serious
"It's a long story," said Hermione
A few minutes later Harry and Hermione had told Ron the truth.
"I can't believe you guys lied to me," said Ron looking hurt
"We had to Ron, if we hadn't, then you might have told Hermione's uncle the truth when you stare at him for too long," said Harry
The look on Ron's face suddenly vanished "You're right, I'm glad you haven't told me," said Ron
The three chuckled, finally they are not keeping secrets to each other anymore....I think.
"So tell us Ron, do you have the hots for Parvati?" asked Harry
"Yeah Ron, tell us," said Hermione
"I don't like her, not that I'm saying that I hate her, she had really been good to me all of the sudden, the girl that I like is her twin Padma," said Ron
"Padma?" said Harry
"Why her?" asked Hermione
"Well she's really pretty, and she's smart, not as smart as you Hermione but next to you, she's the smartest girl in school," said Ron
Hermione blushed "Thanks Ron," she said
"Boy, I really thought you two were the biggest couple in school until now," said Ron
"Not at all Ron, what about you're sister," said Harry
"What about her?" asked Ron
"You know she has a boyfriend right now," said Hermione
Ron didn't make any sound. He didn't shout, he didn't yell, he didn't scream but for sure he heard what Hermione had said, his baby sister has a boyfriend.............a boyfriend.
"She has a boyfriend?" said Ron
"Yeah," said Harry and Hermione in unison
"Who?"
"You mean you haven't heard?" asked Harry
"Everyone knows you're sister is with Neville Longbottom," said Hermione
At that precise moment, the rest of the Team entered the Locker room; they quickly broke their conversation. Ron immediately saw Neville and came towards him, Harry and Hermione followed.
Ron smiled at Neville at talked to him like he was his best friend "Hey Neville, you look thirsty, can I get you something, Water? Pumpkin juice? Firewhiskey? MY SISTER!" roared Ron
Neville looked nervous, if it hadn't been for Ginny, who knows what would have happened. Ginny went between of them and pulled her brother in a corner.
Neville leaned close to Harry and whispered something
"Do you think he didn't know about me and Ginny?" asked Neville
"Uh, that would be my guest," said Harry
"C'mon you guys! Its about to start!" called Seamus
"And here they are ladies and gentlemen! The two teams that will clash for today's victory towards the Championship Cup! Who will win and meet the victor of Hufflepuff and Slytherin two weeks from now? Will it be the retribution hungry Ravenclaw team? Or will it be the almighty Gryffindor team? Will Ravenclaw team captain Terry Boot succeed dragging his team to a victory today after a humiliating defeat against Slytherin last week with the strategy of the school's Head Boy Anthony Goldstein or will the Gryffindor team triumph once more with the help of new comers Chaser Euan Abercrombie, Beater Neville Longbottom and Quidditch veterans Chaser Ginny Weasley and the famous seeker Team captain Harry Potter," announced Dean.
"Nicely said Dean," said Sirius who was sitting beside Dean
"Thanks, its all because of Muggle Television," said Dean
"And now! Walking from the Ravenclaw end! Ravenclaw! Chasers Kennedy, Darius, Dixon, Beaters Huntington and Moore, Keeper Goldstein and Their team captain and Seeker Terry Boot!"
"And there they are ladies and gentlemen! From the other end, Gryffindor! Chasers Tolkin, Abercrombie, Weasley! Beaters Finnigan and Longbottom! Keeper Weasley and Seeker and Team captain Potter!"
Harry and the others went to the Quidditch pitch, where they were met by Madam Hooch and the Ravenclaw Qudditch team on the ground. The screams of the fans erupted more loudly as the two teams met in the middle of the field.
"Now all of you know all the rules, I want a clean and honest game, team captains shake hands," commanded Madam Hooch
Harry and Terry shook hands, he saw Terry boot's eyes and saw fire in them, from that point he can tell, this is one of the matches he wont forget.
"Mount your Brooms!" shouted Madam Hooch
All Fourteen players got on their Brooms and kicked off through the air immediately followed by the two black Bludgers, the scarlet Quaffle and the golden Snitch.
"And theiiiiiiiir off, Kennedy has possession of the Quaffle, Tolkin right beside him, ouch! What a nice elbow from Tolkin, what a woman she is, Kennedy drops the Quaffle and now caught by the rookie Abercrombie, Abercrombie evades a Bludger sent from above by Huntington, C'mon kid you can do this! Oh no, side winded by Dixon! Quaffle falling wait, its caught by Weasley! She's going for the post, Dodges Darius, can Anthony Goldstein block this shot!"
WHAM!
"Goodness gracious! What a nice Bludger shot from Longbottom to Goldstein! No one's guarding the goal post! And there's an easy score for Gryffindor! 10-0, those two make a good team as well as a good couple,"
Dean stopped and looked at the other end of the field and saw Ron swearing at him, he didn't understand what he was saying so he continued to comment. Harry on the other hand was busy scanning the field for the Snitch as well as Terry Boot, he couldn't understand it, he was sure he would have saw a glimpse of the golden Snitch, he decided to listen to Dean's comments while he was looking for the Snitch.
"Dixon avoids Tolkin! He shoots! Reeeeeeejected by Ron Weasley! Now his sister with possession! Dodges a Bludger! And another one! She's on fire! She shoots....Caught by Goldstein! Passes it to Darius! Intercepted by Abercrombie! He takes the shot! It stays there! What an unbelievable performance by the Third year rookie! 20-0 in favor of Gryffindor!"
Cheers erupted from the Gryffindor stands that Harry had to cover his ears to keep them deafen he was still looking for the ground for that damn Snitch.
"I wonder where it's gone to," muttered Harry
He looked over to Boot and as far as he can see, he was just like him having trouble finding the Snitch; he continued scanning for the ground for a golden shimmer while listening to the comments.
"It's in! Boy, what a Bludger from behind by Moore! I sure hope Weasley is all right! 20-10 still in favor of Gryffindor! Tolkin has possession! She dodges Kennedy! She's almost there! She stopped! No! Huntington's just bluffing! He doesn't have a Bludger! It seems that Ravenclaw finally found the weak point inside the ranks of their opponent! Now the Quaffle is at the hands of Darius! Dodges Weasley! Longbottom tries to stop him..... But no good! He goes for the goal! He shoots..... Catch it Ron! Catch it! Darn! The game is tied 20-20!"
"Where is it? Where is it? Where's the Snitch?" muttered Harry
"Abercrombie has possession, passes it to Weasley, passes it back to Abercrombie, passes it to Tolkin, No! She took the bate again! This time it's Moore who faked the Bludger! Tolkin drops the Quaffle! Kennedy retrieves! Avoids the Bludger from Finnigan! He shoots..... He scores! Ravenclaw is leading now by ten points! The scores now are 20-30 in favor of Ravenclaw!"
TWEEEEEEEEEEEET!
"That's the whistle! Gryffindor has asked for a time out! What strategy will Gryffindor think of to escape Ravenclaw's massive beating?"
Harry disembarked on the ground, meeting the rest of the team as he got off his Firebolt.
"Okay, huddle up everyone!" said Harry
The others followed Harry's command.
"I can't believe it, Ravenclaw is anticipating our moves," said Seamus
"Harry, any luck finding the Snitch yet?" asked Ginny
"No, I can't find the darn thing," said Harry irritably "Seamus, Neville, how come Ravenclaw are the only ones throwing the Bludgers?" asked Harry
"We can't get our hands on one of them," said Seamus
"Dixon is ramming us with his broom, he's been doing everything just so we can't get a Bludger," said Neville
"50 seconds left Gryffindor!" shouted Madam Hooch
"Here's our plan, Agatha since you've been their target I'm gonna make you mark Dixon instead," said Harry
Agatha nodded "I'm sorry you guys if I'm such a coward when it comes to Bludgers," she said
"It's all right Agatha, they've been spying on us remember," said Harry
"It's okay mate," said Ron "It's not you're fault if the team has its disadvantages" he glared at Neville
"Hey, what did I do?" asked Neville
"I'll talk to you later Neville," said Ron still glaring at him
"How about me sir, what can I do?" said Euan
"Euan, you and Ginny are among two of the best Chasers I've ever knew in Hogwarts, I know you two can do this," said Harry
Euan and Ginny blushed on what Harry had just said.
"And finally you Ron, do your best to block their shots," said Harry
"You got it," said Ron
TWEEEEEEEEEEEET!
"That's the whistle, okay you guys on four!" said Harry; everyone piled their hands together
"One! Two! Three! Four!" yelled Harry
"GRYFFINDOOOOOOOR!"
All fourteen players got on their brooms and kicked up to the air once more.
"And there they are ladies gentlemen, they're off once more to do battle in the air once again, can Gryffindor think of a new plan to win this match, or will Anthony Goldstein's full proof plans might just make Raveclaw's claws sharp enough to slash away the competition."
Harry flew close to Boot; wanting to catch his eye, when Boot did look at him Harry zoomed to the ground.
"Wait everyone! I think Potter is in pursuit of the Snitch! But wait! Boot is right beside him! Oh shit, their going to crash!"
When Harry noticed Boot was right beside him, he waited for a few more seconds then pulled back.
"Ouch! Merlin's beard! The Wronski Feint! Potter just did the Wronski Feint! I've never seen it before Krum did one! Boot hit the ground, hard if I must say!"
Madam Hooch blew the whistle signaling the game to take a halt; Madam Pomfrey and Madam Hooch quickly came to the aid of the fallen Seeker, Madam Pomfrey made him drink a potion of some sort, and then a few moments later, Boot is now up on his feet walking back to her Broom, Madam Hooch blew her whistle once more signaling the game to continue.
"I'm glad he's fine folks, no need to worry, and the game is on once more! Kennedy has possession! But stolen by Weasley! Here comes Darius to block her! Ow! Hit by a Bludger sent by Finnigan! Now Weasley's approaching the Keeper can she capitalize! Whoa! Shoved by Abercrombie! Weasley shoots..... She scores! I can't believe it! We're tied once more! 30-30! Dixon has possession now! Ouch! Rammed by Tolkin! Nice come back, she's been marking Dixon ever since the game continued! It's a good thing though, that way nobody will prevent the Gryffindor Beaters to do their jobs, Kennedy catches the Quaffle, he shoots..... Blocked by Weasley! What is it with this Weasleys? Good Keeper, excellent Chaser and a spanking outstanding Seeker! Remember the Great Charlie Weasley, back to the game! Here we go! Wait! Potter and Boot are on the move again! This time their after the real Snitch!"
Dean was right, Harry had just spotted the Snitch for the first time of the game, he zoomed towards it followed closely by Boot.
"Their off! Which of these two Seekers will give their team a hundred and fifty points! Whoever catches the Snitch will decide the conclusion of the match! Potter and Boot now side by side! There's an elbow from Boot! Now one from Potter! And another one from Boot! And Potter retaliates giving him another one! These two are rendering each other senseless! Now Boot is kicking Potter off of his Broom! Whistle! Where's the damn whistle on that! Ouch! Boot elbows Potter right on the face!"
Terry Boot's elbow caused Harry's glasses to fall.
"They're approaching the walls! If they don't pull away right now they're going to crash! Boot pulls away! Now Potter and just in time! It's over Potter catches the Snitch! Gryffindor wins!
Harry descended back down to the ground and was meet by a huge group hug.
"We won! We won!" cried Ginny who was hugged by Neville. Ron was glaring at him but was immediately distracted by Parvati who lunge at him
"Great catch Harry," said Euan
"Thanks Euan," said Harry
"Going back to the rest of the game, Tolkin and Weasley has each scored during the exciting chase for the Snitch! The final score is Gryffindor 200 and Ravenclaw 30! What a classic catch by the best Seeker in the league!"
Ravenclaw in a meanwhile was now on the ground, Terry Boot was punching the ground blaming himself, Anthony Goldstein was by his side.
"Damn it! Damn it! It's my fault! I'm the one to blame!" said Terry
"Terry it's not you're fault, we came this far because of you, don't blame your self, you should be proud that we gave it all we got, the better team just won that's all," said Anthony
"Terry,"
"What!" Terry snarled
"It was a great game,"
Terry looked up and saw Harry standing in front of him; he got up and gained back his composure.
"Harry," he started "You better beat Slytherin next week or I'll kick your ass," said Terry
Harry smiled at him "I'm very attached to it so I'll try my best," said Harry
The two exchanged smiles and shook each other's hand. Everyone erupted into applause
"Harry that was really a great thing you did,"
Harry turned around and saw Hermione beaming at him "What great thing?" he said
"The way you caught the Snitch and the way you talked to Terry like that," said Hermione
"Thanks, I---"but before he could finish, Hermione had already given him a kiss on the cheek
"Hahh! I saw that, you two make a good couple," exclaimed Anthony
Harry and Hermione blushed scarlet.
"C'mon mate let's eat, I'm starving," said Ron
Harry and the others headed back to the locker room to change; while he walked with his friends he noticed that the air was cold, it was freezing in fact, then he remembered, how can he forget, it was December already.