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Still in Ginny's POV

Ginny woke up the very next morning with a wide smile on her face. She made her way down to the Great Hall to begin the day with some breakfast.

I wonder why I smile so much recently. Maybe it's because I got to bond with Neville since that day I found out about Dean's disloyalty. It wasn't a very good experience, but I wouldn't trade it for anything else because if it wasn't for that, I would've never discovered what a charming gentleman Neville was. I really do feel attached to him. I think I might love him even. He's so sweet and kind, and now that he's grown, he's no longer a plump little boy, but a tall, muscular-looking gentleman. He does have his weak points though, like getting embarrassed easily, scoring poorly in Potions, and so forth, but overall, his strong points overrule his weak ones.

"Hello Neville"

"Good morning Ginny. How'd you sleep last night?"

"Wonderful. Didn't wake up until the sun was beaming down on me. You?"

"I slept quite alright."

"Good to hear. Christmas break is arriving. Are you going to go home tomorrow?"

"No. My parents are on vacation somewhere over in Canada. Says that they wanted to explore the world. How about you?" lied Neville.

Neville didn't like to mention that his parents were at St. Mungos because it was too depressing of a story to tell. Besides, if he did mention it, then Ginny will be bombarding him with questions and try to make him feel better, right when she was depressed with Dean's disloyalty. No… it was better to lie.

"Nope. Not this year. Ron is going home though, along with Harry and Hermione, who will spend their stay in my house."

"Why aren't you going with them?"

Because I want to stay here with you…

"Hmm… good question. I suppose it's because I don't feel like it. I just feel like staying here at Hogwarts."

"I see. Most of the people are going home this year so I guess this big castle will feel empty with only a few students."

"Yes, I suppose"

Silence engulfed them as they stopped talking to start eating. After breakfast, they parted to their different ways. Neville went somewhere where he can finish reading his books in peace, and Ginny went outside to fly in the cold misty air of winter. She did some flying tricks in the air, swirling and twirling around like a free bird. When she landed, she was greeted by an applause.

"Nice broom skills" applauded Neville.

"Thanks" she blushed, though it didn't show since she was red from the weather already.

"Can you teach me? I never was good with the broom. I remember on my first year, I—uhh… painful story. Just know it wasn't a pretty sight."

Ginny gives a little laugh and replies 'sure'. She lent him her broom so he could get some first-hand experience. Teaching Neville how to fly was like teaching a muggle about the magical world they lived in. Neville would stumble over the basics at first, but as soon as he got the hang of it, he did alright. They stopped a bit for some lunch and then went back outside to play around some more. Neville started to learn how to do tricks, but he wasn't really that good to be able to do tricks on his first lesson. Occasionally he would attempt to do a trick, though, and would fail miserably. When he was finally tired, he gave Ginny back her broom and they returned to the common room to sit in front of the blazing fire.

"You're not as bad at flying as you claim to be, Neville"

"Yeah… well that's because you're a very good teacher"

"That's funny. I was never good at teaching. I never have the patience." she said as she gave a little laugh

"You seemed to have patience when you were teaching me."

"I did? I didn't think I did."

It was Neville's turn to laugh now.

"You don't even know what you have? Of course you have patience. Well… you did for me, at least."

Maybe… for you…

"Whatever you say…"

"Yup. Hey, what time is it?"

"Around… 6? 7?"

"Would you care for some dinner?"

"Sure."

For dinner that day, the variety was slimmed down a bit. Maybe it was because the majority of the student population chose to return home for Christmas. They had roast beef, sautéed potatoes, sweet potatoes, steak, some vegetables and then some deserts. Ginny's absolute favorite desert was the éclairs. She had about 5 of those in addition to her dinner. Neville mused on how much the girl can eat.

"What?" Ginny finally gave in to Neville's constant staring.

"Oh, nothing" he said as he reverted his attention back to his plate.

"No, what?"

"Nothinnggg"

"Tell meee Nevvviiilllllleee!"

"It's just… where does it all go?"

"All what go where?"

"All the food you ate. I mean, I can't believe a girl like you can eat so much."

Ginny gives a little laugh.

"I have six brothers Neville. Doesn't that explain a lot?"

"Yeah… but where does it all go?"

"Quidditch practices and stuff. I work out occasionally for all the muscles and stamina needed for Quidditch."

Neville gives a little chuckle and returns his attention back to his food. They finished eating and parted again after dinner. This time, Ginny went back to the common room for peace and Neville was hanging out with some other 7th year Gryffindors. As Ginny was watching idly at the clouds, she began thinking about what to get Neville for Christmas. She wasn't very rich so she couldn't afford much, but it's the thought that counts, right? She searched through her trunk and her dresser and her robes, but all she could find was 13 sickles and 2 knuts. Tomorrow, at the Hogsmeade trip, she has to find something for Neville that costs less than 13 sickles.

That morning of Christmas, Ginny woke up extra early to put her present for Neville under the tree. Then she started to look though the piles of presents and found one that was addressed to her. She slowly opened it (because it was wrapped up so neatly and she didn't want to ruin it) and removed the lid of the box. Inside the box laid a golden chain necklace and a pendant in the shape of a heart. On the pendant, there was gold outlining the words 'I love you'. Ginny searched frantically for a card, but there was none, just a piece of paper. She picked it up to read.

"Ginny, I've been wanting to tell you how much I loved you but I never had the courage to. Yes, I am in Gryffindor, but whenever I see you, I lose all my strength. I know that you might never have the same feelings for me, but that's ok. On Christmas day I will reveal myself to you and let you decide. Whatever your decision is, I hope it's the one you will never regret because I aim to see you happy, even if I'm not the reason for it."

Ginny put down the piece of paper and looked at her present admiringly.

Who could give me such an expensive gift? Well, whoever he is, I don't think I'll accept him. I mean I already have someone I like. Too bad, I pity him already and I don't even know who he is.

That day, Ginny waited anxiously for her secret admirer to proclaim himself to her. She wasn't excited or anything, she just wanted to get it over with so it won't bother her for the rest of the day. Sadly enough, her admirer did not show up all day. When it was time for dinner, she had a upset and disappointed looking expression on her face that caused Neville to worry.

"Ginny, are you okay?"

"Yeah, I'm fine."

"You sure? Is there something bothering you?"

"No. I'm fine. I think I just need some fresh air after dinner."

"Oh... okay… if you say so but I'm always here for you, you know that."

"Yeah, that's Neville for you. Always so caring and sweet."

Neville blushed a little bit and went back to eating. Approaching the end of dinner, Neville asked Ginny if she was really alright again.

"Yeah, Neville. I'm fine"

"You sure?"

"I'm positive."

"If you say so"

After that, Ginny left the table and went to the lake where the Giant Squid lives, where she first felt Neville's embrace, and where she first met the Neville she loves now. She was thinking either too much or too hard, because when someone crept up behind her, she was still thinking. That person feigned a cough to get her attention, and still no answer. Then that person tapped her lightly on the shoulder and Ginny spun around so fast, she almost hurt herself.

"Neville! You scared me…"

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to."

"Oh… it's okay. So what are you doing here?"

"I just wanted to see if you're really ok."

"I'm fine. Geez Neville, you're even more of a nagger than my mom"

"Heh… and then there's another reason I came for"

"Oh? What is it?"

Neville started to blush and shift from side to side. He turned his gaze to the ground and his voice was barely audible.

"T-this morning, I –I gave you a p-present and a l-letter. T-the letter says t-that –"

"That you love me and will tell me tonight…"

Neville nods.

"So?"

"So… Neville, I think you're very sweet and caring. I also think that you're very kind-hearted –"

"Don't Ginny. I knew this was going to happen. You're far out of my reach. I don't even know why I attempted. I should have known you would never like me back."

Ginny smiles.

"True… I can never like you back… only because I've already fallen in love with you. Life only goes forward. I can't turn back time and like you again so you'll just have to stick with me loving you."

Neville's head shot up with happiness. He was so happy that he forgot how to speak for a minute or two.

"Y-you l-like me?"

"No, silly. I love you."

"Ginny, I-I don't know what to say"

"You know what the most appropriate thing to do now is?"

"What?"

"Wrap your arms around me and kiss me…"

Neville did just that. Frankly speaking, he wasn't such a bad kisser but maybe that's just Ginny's opinion. When they broke apart, Neville spoke with a little twinkle in his eyes.

"You know Ginny, this year I got the best Christmas present ever."

"Really? What is it?"

"You"

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Also like to thank bertuzzifan1 for reminding me that about Neville's parents