DISCLAIMER: I still don't own Harry Potter….

Chapter 16: Hogsmeade

Harry woke up the next day with a big smile planted on his face. He wondered briefly if last night could of have just been a dream. But then his happiness took over all thought.

He had a date with Raven! He dressed with care. He chose a pair of baggy blue jeans and a black sweater that clung to him just enough to show his sculptured chest. He wrapped his cloak around him and headed down to the Gryffindor common room.

She was waiting for him when he got there. She was dressed in tight boot cut jeans and a black, swoop neck sweater. She had half of her hair pulled back and a cloak wrapped around her.

"Hermione already went down to meet Bill and Ron ran off mumbling something about doing something," she told him.

"Oh, okay. By the way, you look beautiful."

She smiled. "Thank you Harry. You're not so bad yourself."

He smiled back at her and extended his arm. "Shall we?"

Taking his arm, she purred, "Yes, let's."

Together they walked down to the Great hall and waited among the line of students waiting to leave. Raven was a little excited since this was her first trip and kept quizzing Harry about the village.

"Is it really big?"

"Uh, yeah."

"Is there a lot of people living there?"

"Er…I don't know the exact number, but it's always been kind of full every time I've been there."

"What kind of shops do they have there?"

Harry answered her questions patiently. He understood her excitement, he had himself felt the same way on his first trip, even though his first trip was done without permission. But even in his descriptions, he could not describe the majesty of the village.

Finally, Hermione and Bill made their way over. Hermione then started answering Raven's questions while Bill and Harry chatted aimlessly. Finally they made it to the front of the line and were able to leave.

As soon as they entered the wizarding village, Raven gasped softly. She was impressed. They didn't have anything like this in Bulgaria. She wondered silently what it would be like to live in a place like this.

Harry broke into her thoughts by grabbing her hand and holding it gently. She smiled at him and entwined her fingers with his. She saw him blush slightly and turn to Bill and Hermione.

"We're going to go do some things. How about we meet you guys here tonight?" Harry asked.

"Sure," Bill answered. "If you see Ron tell him to meet here too."

Harry nodded his head and watched the couple walk away. Then he turned to Raven. "Where would you like to go?"

She smile mischievously at him and said, "Zonko's."

They spent about an hour in Zonko's before making their way to the shrieking shack. After that, they made their way over to the sweet shop and the book store. Last but not least, they made their way to the Three Broomsticks.

Raven went to a table in the back while Harry went to get two butterbeers. When he returned, Raven had taken off her cloak and was sitting patiently, waiting for him. She smiled at him as he sat down.

"Here you go," Harry said, placing a butterbeer in front of her. "A butterbeer for the lady."

She smiled at him sweetly. "Thank you. I've heard that this stuff is good."

"It is. Well, I think so anyway."

She smiled at him again before taking a large gulp. "Mmmm, this is good. We need to get this back in Bulgaria."

"So," Harry started, trying to sound casual, "are you going back to Bulgaria?"

"I haven't decided yet. I liked it there, but I also like it here. I especially like Hogsmeade."

"Really?"

"Yeah, really."

"What's been your favorite part?"

A mischievous smile broke out across her face. "Definitely Zonko's."

Harry laughed. "You know, I would have never guessed," he teased.

"What girl doesn't love a joke shop," she tossed back.

"Hermione," Harry said seriously.

"Well, she's an exception. Anyways, thanks for coming with me today."

"You're welcome. I've enjoyed spending today with you."

"Me too," Raven said. "Maybe we can do this more often," she added.

She reached across the table and picked up his hand, entwining their fingers.

Harry smiled at her. "I would love too." He leaned over the table and gingerly kissed her on the cheek. "I hate to end this, but it's time to go meet Bill and Hermione."

They rose and Harry helped Raven with her cloak. Then he put on his cloak and grabbed her hand. Together, they made their way back to the spot they were to meet Bill and Hermione.