Hey everyone!! Ok this is chapter 9!! it's pretty long. It sets the stage for a really exciting chapter 10. I should have that by the middle of next week. The Christmas chapter will be just around x-mas day. Anyway'z hope you enjoy and thanx to all who have reviewed!! remember to review for this chapter!!!

JeSs


" Weasley, move it!" Oliver yelled across the pitch.

" God, let me mount my broom Wood!" Fred called back to Oliver.

It was our first Qudditch practice of the season. Wood was drilling us earlier and harder than ever. I sighed as I flew up and held the quaffle underneath my left arm and held onto the broom with my right. I passed the quaffle to Angelina Johnson as she flew towards Wood and got one past him.

"Look who needs to move it now Oliver" I heard Fred scream. Everybody on the team knew that Fred was joking but, we all knew you don't joke with Wood like that. I stifled a laugh as I flew up to Oliver to take the quaffle and start a play with Katie Bell. He gave me an angry stare as he tossed it to me. I ignored his look and flew away. I passed it to Katie who passed it sharply to Angelina. Angelina dodged a bludger coming from Fred and passed it back to me. I soared past Harry who was going after the snitch. I uped my speed and drew my arm back as I threw the quaffle toward the left goal post. The quaffle zoomed in without missing a beat. Oliver cursed under his breath as I stopped in mid-air and did a little dance.

" O yeh, go me, go me. Doing my happy dance, getting jiggy with it" I used one arm and danced around a bit making sure not to let go of my broom. Come on, I deserved some happiness. Maybe this would make Wood lighten up a bit. I was wrong. Wood cursed into the sky and called practice off. It was way too early for practice to be over. Something was defintely wrong. The rest of the team could be heard 'whooping' in the background as they made their way to the locker room. I wasn't going in just yet. I flew to Wood who was standing on the ground against the center goal post. His head was rested against the pole and his back was to me. I wrapped my arms around his waist.

" Go away" He said.

I flinched internally at the bitterness of his voice. I didn't feel like fighting. I stepped away from him and started to walk away. I picked up my broom that I had left only a few feet away and continued walking into the locker room. I got to my locker and stuffed my broom inside as I removed my clothing and moved onto taking a shower. The hot water soothed the stress that had been building up the whole week. When I was done I went back to my locker and pulled out a pair of jeans and a black tank top. I put on my black sneakers and left my hair down wet. I walked out of the locker room into the hallway.

" I'm sorry" I heard a familar voice behind me. I turned around to see Oliver leaning against the wall, looking down. He looked so tired.

" Don't apologize" I called back. Whatever was making him upset, I was willing to understand. Afterall, we were a couple now.

"Oliver what's the matter?" I asked softly.

" Just come here" He answered back in the same soft tone.

I obeyed and walked to him. He stood straight and put his arms around me in a tight hug. I let him hug me and I hugged back. I felt him take a deep breath as he kissed my neck. I pulled away and stared into his eyes.

" Ollie, please talk to me" I pleaded.

" Jess, I don't know what to do" He whispered. He suddenly shot his head down and I saw a single tear fall.I put my finger under his chin and pulled his head up. His eyes were tear stained and he looked embarrassed. I took my free hand and wipe away his tears. I leaned in and kissed him gently on the lips. He took another deep breath and looked deeper into my eyes then ever before.

" My mother's really sick and I have to leave for a month. By me leaving, the team has no hope for the cup. I want you to take over the team. Be captain for me."

I interupted. "Oliver I can't" I said. " I'm not as good as you, the team wouldn't listen to me."

" Jess, you can. I know your a great player and I trust you most of all." He stayed serious. I didn't know what to say.

He spoke up again. " I know this sounds crazy but, I think I'm falling in love with you Jess" I looked up at him in shock and stood there completely speechless.

" Oliver..." I trailed off.

" You don't have to say anything in return , that wasn't my intention. Just please say you'll do this for me." He said calmly.

I nodded as he smiled slightly and pulled me into a hug. I moved my head back so it was aligned with his and pressed my lips to his. We shared a passionate kiss before we broke away and walked down the dark hallway. He whispered a 'thank you' as we continued onto the castle.


The next day Oliver addressed the team and went up to his room to pack all of his stuff. I was sitting on a couch in the common room between Fred and George Weasley.

" Oy! This will great Fred!" George stated to his brother." Jess won't make us have hour long practices and fly in the rain like bloody Wood" he added.

I felt myself get angry inside. Before I could say anything I heard Oliver call my name from his room. I stood up abruptly and ran up the stairs. I didn't feel like hearing anymore about Wood, even if the were just kidding. His back was to me as he was going through t-shirts and neatly placed them in his suitcase. I coughed slightly and shifted my weight from foot to foot.

" You wanted me?" I asked nervously. I hadn't really ever been in his room during the day alone with him.

He turned his head and smiled. " Relax" he cooed.

I smiled back awkwardly and walked over to him. I was still a little nervous, but I managed to put it aside. I turned my attention towards the window as he finished packing. When I heard him zip his luggage , I turned my head back to him. He tossed it on the floor and sat at the edge of his bed. He stared up blankly. I reeled my mind for an idea of how to loosen the mood. Something popped up as I smiled slyly. I walked closer and jumped of his lap. He flew back at the surprise and started laughing.

" What are you doing?" he asked sounding out of breath and laughing at the same time.

" Don't you remember when we used to wrestle?" I asked seductively.

He grinned at my comment. "Oh, you mean like.....this?" He grabbed my shoulders as he flipped me around and had me pinned to the bed. I laughed harder and nodded. I tried to push him off and flip him back over but he was too strong. I gave up and looked up at his glowing face. I stared into his eyes for a few minutes and forced my lips to his. We turned onto our sides as he traced the outline of my lips with his tongue. I shivered as I felt it go gently in my mouth then out again. I followed byt his example as we laid there kissing. My breathing got heavier and I rested my body against his. He wrapped his arms around my waist and used his hands to massage my sides. I let out a huge breath as we seperated. I giggled and pecked him quickly on the lips as I let off of him and layed down , stomach up. I tucked my arms underneath my head and sighed. I felt him shirt my weight in my direction. I cloed my eyes as he softly kissed my neck. Wow, that really tickled. I jerked a little and he laughed.

" I'm really going to miss you" I whispered.

He looked me in the eye. " I'll write you everyday, don't worry about me" he assured. I realized at that very moment that I wasn't going to see Wood for a month. No holding hands, no kissing, no sleeping next to each other late at night. I didn't know how I was going to do it. I didn't want Oliver to be anymore upset than he was. He only had to worry about one thing, his mother was sick and I shouldn't interfere.

" Will you be here before Christmas?" I asked. I really hoped he would. We had a conversation last year and agreed to stay at Hogwarts for the holidays. Since we were leaving this year, it would really give us a year to remember. Now that we were together, it'd be a year I'd never forget.

He looked a little worried. " I forgot about that. Oh Jess, I'm so sorry. I'll try my best to make it back." He said. He looked down and I saw distance build in his eyes.

" Don't get upset. If anything, I promise, I'll come to you." I made a promise. Something I rarely did. This was getting serious. My heart started beating fast as I thought of how Oliver and I have been acting these past few days. I had a boyfriend. He told me he might be falling in love with me. How did I react to it? I said his name. This would have to wait until later, I was happy now.

" Really?" Oliver asked a little surprised.

"Of course. Not like I haven't been to your house before. I think Scotland needs a little more of Jessica" I said as I smiled. He smiled too and leaned down to kiss me one more time before sitting up and standing up. I felt his weight being lifted off of the bed and I too sat up. I crosed my legs and propped my head up by my elbows. He walked over to his desk and pulled out a drawer. He came out with a little box and tossed it to me.

" What's this? It's not Christmas yet" I stated looking confused.

He laughed. " It's not a Christmas gift." he said matter-a-factly.

" Well what is it then?" I asked still staring down at the package.

" You won't know until you open, sooo open it" he continuted. " It's just a little going away present. Actually, I got it at the Hogsmeade trip. I thought you'd like it."

I tugged at the little box and pryed it open. Inside was a gold necklace with a flying quaffle pendant. I gasped.

" Oh Oliver..." I trailed.

" You like it?" He asked.

" I love it" I replied. The thought of it was so cute. I definitely won't forget him after this. I pulled the necklace out of its box and unclipped it. " Will you help me put it on?"

He nodded and grabbed the two ends. I pulled my hair to the side and he slide the necklace and secured it. I let my hair free and turned around. I walked over to the mirror and looked at the necklace. I rubbed it between my index finger and thumb. I smiled and started walking toward the door. Oliver was leaning against it and took me in a hug. I hugged him back as he looked at the clock.

" I have to go" he said in almost a whisper. I nodded into his chest and we broke away. I walked out the door after telling him I'll see him downstairs. I saw my books from my prefect speech and picked them up. I placed them onto my lap as I looked around at the empty common room. I picked up where I left off and got a good two pages before I heard Oliver coming down the stairs. I knew it was him, so I didn't look up.

" Are you going to walk me to Dumbledore's office? My fathers picking me up there." He said with a hopeful tone in his voice.

I nodded and put the books back on the coffee table. I decided not to close them since I would be back. I took Oliver's hand as we walked out of the common room into a busy corridor.

Saying bye was harder than I thought. His father gave me a hug and told me that he'd make sure Wood wrote. I smiled at that comment. I doubt he'll have to remind him. I walked back to the common room wile rubbing my pendant. I felt content with the situation and suddenly realized that I had quidditch practice tonight. I was in charge this time. I'd be in charge for a lot of practices. The thought made me nervous as I went and took my place from before. I once again picked up my books and concentrated on my speech. I didn't notice a boy sitting to my right.

" Is that speech yours?" he asked in an interested tone of voice.

I looked up surprised by his presence. " Yeh , it is" I answered.

" It's really good" he complimented. I blushed at the comment. I always loved when people complimented my work or just me. A few students walked by. I heard whispering, but ignored it.That's all they did. Talked, talked, talked.

" Thanks" I answered forgetting he was still sitting there.

" Your welcome. My names Jake" he held out his hand and I shook it.

" Jess" I answered.

" Jess Davidson?" he asked surprised.

I nodded. Did he hear about me or something?

" Wow, your a really good chaser. I watched you last year." he declared. So he was a fan. I always loved a fan. I smiled and thanked him again. I stared down at my speech and sighed.

" Need help?" he asked.

" I guess" I shrugged." I feel stuck."

" Well maybe we could get together these next few weekends and I could help you out." he suggested. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad. I would have quidditch during the week and getting my speech done before Christmas.

" Yeh, that'd be great" I replied. I stood up and opened my mouth to talk to him again.

" Well, I think I'm going to go up to my room. I'm a little tired. So, I'll see you around?" I asked.

He nodded and I grabbed my books as I made my way up the steps to the girls dorms.


I woke up about an hour later and looked at the clock. 'It was 15 minutes before practice!' I panicked and ran to get my sneakers . I checked the clock again. I had 10 minutes to get to the pitch, change into my practice clothes and then pull out the balls. I sighed and speed downstairs. I got there just in time to do everything. I released the balls as Fred beat one of the bludgers. I passed Katie Bell the quaffle. They all started flying around. No! They weren't supposed to do anything yet. I flailled my arms in the air to get their attention. Nothing. I decided to start screaming. Nothing. I screamed at myself in frustration. I got on my broom and flew to the center of the pitch. I took out the whistle Oliver left me. I had heard him blow it many times before. I took a deep breath and blew hard. The screeching hurt my ears as I stopped and looked around. The team had stopped and were all looking at me.

" Just because I'm not Wood doesn't mean you can ignore me!" I yelled across the sky. They all looked at me with surprise.

" But Jess..." I heard Fred say. I wasn't going to put up with it.

" No buts Weasley. I will be your captain for the next month. Deal with it or leave!" I screamed once again.

Nobody said anything and nobody left. I continued.

" Now, get in playing position and I will be the keeper for this practice. Next practice I will get a different house to help us. Remember, our first game is the day Wood comes back" My voice got lower. I saw Harry Potter's hand raised.

" Yeh Harry?" I asked. The boy had a question. At least he was polite enough to raise his hand.

" Wood is playing at the Christmas game...right?" He asked it almost worried. I wonder what the team would be like if I said no. I imagined them all falling off thier brooms and having a fit. I laughed. I came back to reality and still saw them staring. I nodded my head.

" He'll be practicing at Scotland for the game. We'll be playing Slytherin." They all smiled and then went back to concentrated faces. I grinned and spoke up.

" Alright, do a run through of a thirty minture period then hit the showers." I said flying toward the goal posts.

A half an hour later, a group of sweaty and tired quidditch players rushed into the locker room and celebrated their practice by taking a shower. I sighed as I walked into Oliver's office. He had left me a few pages of plays he wanted me to practice with them. I focased on them and tried to figure out how he thought of these. I put them down after about 5 minutes and walked out. The locker room was empty and I took my shower alone in privacy.

I laid in bed when I heard a ' whoo' in the window. I looked up to see 'Catcher'. It was Oliver's owl. I smiled and ran over to let it in. It flew in and landed on the edge of my dresser. I pulled out an owl treat from my desk drawer and fed it to Catcher. I finally took the letter rolled up and tied to his little claws. I unraveled it and read it outloud.

Jess-

I made it home safely and I miss you already. I've seen mom and she doesn't look well. The doctors say that she should get better as the day's go by. I pray she does. I hope everythings going good over there with the team.Keep me updated on your practices. I love you and I'll always keep you in my dreams.

- Oliver

I grinned and sighed inchoherantly. I gave Catcher another treat and sat at my desk. I pulled out a piece of parchment and quill. I got my hand ready and started responding to Oliver's letter. I finished and tied it to Catcher's leg as I released her from my tower window. I walked back to my bed and got under the covers. I closed my eyes as I rubbed the pendant Oliver had only given me 6 hours ago. I felt myself drift to sleep and I was gone.


That's it people. Hope you liked it!! If you did, REVIEW!! lol..well, c ya ! JeSs