The next day Harry and Ron were talking in class
and Harry was thinking whether to say to Ron that he does not want to
be with him.
"Ron I think we shouldn't see each other," said Harry.
Ron answered, "Why not?"
"Because… I don't think I'm ready for it…"
"I see." Ron looked almost sad.
"Just friends, okay?" Harry asked, with a hopeful look.
Ron grinned back and replied, "Yeah. Just friends."
Later, in the hallway, Harry ran into Draco.
Draco had a nervous look on his face, as if he wanted to say something to Harry. He stopped him and tentatively asks, "Harry… Would you… like to meet me in my dorm tonight?"
"Yes, I'd love that," Harry replied.
Down the hallway, Ron could be seen peering around the corner with a sad look on his face, as though he had heard everything.