First I want to apologies to all of my readers; I forgot to thank all of you at the end like I always do. With the Quibbler story and everything it was getting really long. Almost 6000 words and I know I have had chapters a lot longer but I wanted to get the chapter posted. My DSL Modem went out after a storm and it took them a week to figure out what happened and replace the modem. Well we now have Harry Potter movie 3 out, I went at midnight on Thursday to see it and again on Friday. My foster son took me Thursday night and a good friend of my kids took me Friday. I had major mixed feelings about the movie; the graphics were great and I loved how they did Buckbeak. As always please let me know what you think of the chapter and even this time if you saw the movie tell me what you thought. On with the story and again I am so sorry I messed up; I love you all for reading and reviewing and I will not forget again.
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Can Love Find Me Now
Chapter 29
The Interview reaction, Halloween and a little Quidditch
To say that they were shocked was an understatement; they each looked at each other with open mouths. Rita had been truthful when she said she would do the story right; Harry would send her an owl at lunch with payment for doing the story. She had not twisted any words around to make the story sound good; she just took information from each of them and wrote a good story. Now they would wait to see what came from the story; wait and see if one of the students that had deatheater's as parents or one of the deatheater's themselves would inform Voldemort about Harry telling the whole wizarding world that he was not a pureblood; in a way Harry wished he could see the look on his face when he found out.
"Harry, what do you think of the story? We all think it turned out great; you know not too much detail but enough."
"Yeah, she did a great job Ginny, now we have to wait and see what everyone else is going to think. We need to keep an eye on the Slytherin's and see what their reaction is to all this. I know Malfoy will have an owl sent to his mother as soon as he reads that I said Voldemort is not a pureblood."
"You know mate, Malfoy is going to challenge you about Vol…Voldemort. You know his dad has brought him up thinking that he is a pureblood. What will you say to him if he does call you a liar?"
"Neville, I'll just tell him the truth of course; that in our second year I found the truth in the Chamber of Secrets when I rescued Ginny. That's not a lie but not the whole truth."
"Hermione give me the Quibbler; people are coming in and we don't want them to know we got the paper first. Dad is sending everyone a copy with the morning owl post."
"Alright"
"I'm going to go to my house table and will come back over once the mail arrives. See you all soon"
Everyone nodded to Luna as she went over to her table and fixed themselves plates of food. They were all nervous with anticipation; Ron was not even eating with his usual vigor and was just pushing his food around on his plate; taking small bits every now and then. To the group it seemed like hours before the morning mail arrived; though it had only been ten minutes since Luna had went to her table. They could hear the noise of the owls squawking as they flew in; six students looked up at the same time and then looked back down at their plates not wanting to look to ready for the mail. Then it happened; it rained copies of the Quibbler over every house table in Hogwarts; students and teachers alike grabbed them and started reading. The five Gryffindor's grabbed their copies that dropped into their plates and read as if it were their first time seeing the paper. You could hear gasps, awe's and from the Slytherin table:
"Yeah right, Potter is a liar" and the loudest response was from Malfoy.
"The Dark Lord is not a half-breed and Potter is a liar."
Harry plastered a smile across his faceas he heard their reaction about their leader. It had been the effect he wanted and hoped that it would get back to Voldemort quickly and he knew he would know when that happened.
Harry looked up at the teachers table to see how they were taking the story; professor McGonagall had many different expressions on her face, professor Flitwick smiled while he read the paper, Hagrid looked up and smiled at Harry; then gave him the "thumbs up" motion. Professor Snape's look never changed but he did give Harry a rather nasty look before he left his chair and went towards professor Dumbledore. Dumbledore looked over to see Snape coming his way and then looked over at Harry; he nodded to him then gave Snape his attention. He knew soon he would be called to the headmaster's office; they all would understand why he said what he did in the interview before the day was up.
As they enjoyed the rest of their breakfast and not paying any attention to anyone else; Professor McGonagall arrived behind Hermione and Ron. Not one of the five noticed until she cleared her throat to get their attention. Ginny was the first to look up at their professor; in turn she nudged Harry and Neville.
"The headmaster would like to see all six of you in his office after breakfast; so please finish up and do not keep him waiting."
They responded to her with slalom voices, "Yes ma'am" and finished their breakfast quickly; then went over and told Luna that they all had to meet with the headmaster. On the way to his office Hermione was having a fit, knew they would be expelled, have detention for the rest of the year and lose her prefects badge. Harry told them all too just keep quiet unless Professor Dumbledore called them by name; he would do all the talking since it was his idea to do the interview. He didn't want his friends to get into trouble because he wanted to piss Voldemort off and clear his godfather's name. It had been a good idea at the time but now he thought different because of his friends. With reluctance they agreed to do as he asked them but didn't want him to be in trouble. They reached the gargoyle and Harry leaned in and whispered "Mars Bars" and it sprang to the side to let them enter. As they reached the door Dumbledore called out for them to come in; they entered the office and stood just inside the door.
"Please have a seat and you have no reason to fear me. I just have a few questions about Miss. Skeeter's article."
They all took seats in the chairs that he had made appear; still not sure how this meeting was going to go.
"Now that we are all comfortable; I would ask that you be honest with me when I ask you questions; are we clear on this matter?"
"Yes Sir" was said from all of them.
"Good, I understand why you felt you had to do this interview and I do not fault you for this but one part of the interview has me concerned; which I am sure you all know what that is. With the steps that were taken with your research on the items we fill Voldemort is after; why would you include this in the interview. By doing so you have let him know that a person or persons have these items and have transferred the protection onto these people. Why would you reveal this to him?"
"Sir, with the research we did; it was clear that Voldemort could never use these items. There is no one out there that truly loves him and if there is they are not pure of heart. No deatheater could be pure of heart; I mean really; how could they with how bad they are? I think we all did the wrong thing and assumed that those were the items he wanted. Do you think he would not have someone research the items he is looking for to make sure he could use them?"
"I see Miss. Granger has rubbed off on you Mr. Potter by using your intellect; very good and yes I see your point. I am sure that there is not one person who truly loves or cares for Voldemort and you are correct again to say there is no one that would be pure of heart to willingly perform the charm for him. I can see why you made sure that was in the article and am proud that you caught something none of us older people thought of. So Mr. Potter what do you think the true items are that Voldemort is after?"
"I believe that what he is after might be in one of the houses Sirius left the Order, Mrs. And Mr. Weasley, Mr. And Mrs. Tonks, for the orphans or me and Remus. I guess we will have to check each house list to see what they each hold. Mr. Watters said that we can look at the lists any time we want. Tonks and her parents have lived in their house a long time so I don't think it is in their house but we should not eliminate it. The house in Hogsmeade is easy to go to and check out; I think when we do check them that Dobby and Winky help; I promised Dobby I would help them with work; if that is ok with you."
"As I am sure that you have talked to him about him and Winky helping Mrs. Weasley with cleaning her home this summer."
"Um, did he ask you already?"
"No. I know how you are Harry and your love for the Weasley's would have you make sure she had plenty of help."
"Yes sir"
"Well I will put in the request for the lists for all of the houses; I think since you plan on selling the Highland Estate then we should look there first."
"Oh, No sir we decided to keep it for the foundation; more room for the orphaned children; I don't want anyone turned away if possible. I want them to have a place to call home; not just an orphanage. I want caring people to run them so that no one feels unloved."
"You always amaze me Harry; you are so much wiser then you should be at your age but I do agree in your thinking. Now that we have an understanding of why you did what you did; I believe that you six need to head to class. Here is a note so you will not have a problem with your potions master Miss. Lovegood and Miss. Weasley and the rest of you have transfiguration if I am not mistaken so you will not need a note as professor McGonagall knows you are here. Off you go and I will inform you later Harry when the lists arrive."
"Thank you sir"
They all headed back down the stairs and headed to their classes with "see you all at lunch" to the others. The day went by so fast for the Hogwarts students. Halloween was in a few days and the excitement could bee seen not only in the student body but their professors; except for the infamous potions master. By lunch time the article in the Quibbler was the talk of the school; many came up to the six during the day and tried to ask them questions about what they did in the Department of Mysteries; people wanted to know more about their story dealing with Sirius Black and many wanted to know who had the jewelry and if they could get pieces like it to protect themselves or their family. Harry noticed a lot of Ravenclaws trying to talk to Luna; he was happy for her but knew they just wanted to say they knew her for what she had done with him and the others and would not interfere unless he needed to. The biggest problem that any of them had during the day was with the Slytherin's and most of that was aimed at Harry.
Harry and the rest ate a big lunch since they had only picked at their breakfast; even Ron was feeling better about things because he ate more then the rest. Harry glanced at the head table and Dumbledore gave him a nod; he figured he had gotten the lists from Mr. Watters and knew he would be asked to come to his office some time after classes were over. He just hoped they could figure out what Voldemort was really after; the one speculation that had been made had wasted too much time for his liking but he was glad his friends were protected. Lunch ended and they all headed for their next classes; they would finalize the prank tonight for Halloween night. The new marauders were going to have some real fun with the Slytherin's and the rest of the school. The order he had requested from Fred and George was to arrive today and Dobby was to bring it to the room tonight; he couldn't wait.
Harry was so lost in his thoughts that he didn't even realize they had reached their classroom; he took his seat and waited for the class to begin. The rest of the day went as fast as the morning had. During Harry's last class for the day; he was summoned to Dumbledore's office; most of the Slytherin's teased him about being in trouble for his lies in the paper that morning. Harry just smiled at them and headed out the door; he had too many things to worry about to add a detention or two. When he reached the gargoyle he whispered the password "Mars Bars" but the gargoyle did not move; "dang" he thought; Dumbledore had changed his password and didn't even bother to send him word of what it was.
"How am going to get in there if I don't' know the password" he thought as he stood looking at it; hoping it would just open. Harry started calling out any sweet he could think of to try and enter;
"Carney Creams"
"Lemon Drops"
"Sugar Quill"
"Chocolate Frogs"
"Every Flavor Beans"
"Mint Mice"
"Hershey's"
"Snickers Bar"
"Jaw Breaker"
"Blood Pop"
"Cockroach Clusters" and the gargoyle sprang aside.
As much as he came to this office maybe Dumbledore would just set up a password just for him; probably not but he wasn't going to ask. He rode the stairs up to the entrance of the office and knocked; no answer so he knocked again and heard jumbled voices coming from inside. He looked around and saw a bench and sat down; he would wait since he had someone in there. He didn't want to be rude and just open the door. Knowing Dumbledore he knew that Harry was waiting outside; he just always knew. Harry sat there fidgeting for fifteen minutes before the doors opened; Mr. Weasley stepped out the door and motioned for him to come in.
"Hello Mr. Weasley, how are you doing?"
"I'm doing well Harry, come in and have a seat."
"Thank you sir"
"Harry we are just waiting on Remus and professor Snape and then we will begin."
"Not to be rude sir but why is professor Snape being involved in this; he doesn't know about the houses and I would rather him not know if possible."
"Harry I understand your concern but he is one person who might have in site to what Voldemort is after. I have charmed the parchments where he will not know where these items are but can be a great help in this matter."
"Sir I know you trust him and I know you may think I am wrong but over the years he has not been to nice to me or the Gryffindor's; it's like he thinks I'm my dad and does everything he can to make my life miserable. I know he hates me; he proves that everyday and to a point I feel the same because of how he has treated me."
"Harry I am truly sorry that you fill this way towards Severus and I am not saying it is unwarranted but he can give us in site where no other can. I promise that he will not know the names or locations of any of the houses until you want him to; is that satisfactory with you my dear boy?"
"Ok but I don't like it; just so you know that."
"Understood Harry, Remus will be here in about five minutes and Severus should be coming up now. Would you like to start looking at the item list for the house in Hogsmeade Harry?"
"Yes sir"
Dumbledore handed him the list for the house in Hogsmeade; while Mr. Weasley looked at the list of things in the house Sirius had left his family. When professor Snape came in he was handed the list for the house in Scotland. Remus showed up; he and Dumbledore had a whispered conversation in the corner. The five stayed in the office for the next two hours going over the lists and stopping to confer with the others when they found something that might be what Voldemort was looking for. Harry made a list of these things so they could check them out later on; more research on his part but knew he would have help. At six o'clock Dumbledore made everyone stop; he informed them it was dinner time and he had a bowl of pudding with his name on it waiting for him.
Harry left the office and made his way to the great hall; he knew that the rest would already be there waiting on him. Tonight the big prank would hit all houses; yes even Gryffindor would be included in the prank; they hoped that it would confuse some people; everyone was trying to figure out who was doing all the pranks around school and they were not ready to admit to any pranking. When Harry came down the stairs Luna was waiting for him and motioned for him to follow her under the stairs.
"Harry, where have you been; we've been waiting for you to get here. We didn't want it to look to suspicious to the rest of the school. Ron and Ginny went in together and then Neville and Hermione went it a few minutes later; so I have been waiting on you. So now where have you been; dinner has already started."
"Sorry Luna but the headmaster called me to his office and don't ask right now. I will tell everyone tonight ok. Let's just get in there so the fun can start."
"Ok but you know Hermione and Ginny are going to want your head on a platter don't you?"
"Yep but they will have to get in line (evil grin) and don't worry they will understand when I tell them where I was. Come on then.
Harry and Luna entered the great hall with Luna going to her own house table; Harry had special treats made for Gryffindor house and the Marauders. When Harry sat down at the Gryffindor table he got a death glare from Hermione and Ginny; he just smiled and whispered "Dumbledore's office" and left it at that. Both girls just gave him a smile and whispered back "tell us later" and went back to their dinner. Harry loaded his plate with roast beef, mashed potato's and gravy, green beans and took two dinner rolls. He decided that he would not eat too much since Dobby always brought them snacks while they were in the room of requirements. Ron always ate as much as he could and would put a good dent into the food Dobby brought but Harry always felt bad when he didn't eat any. Dobby had been doing everything he could to please him and he felt he had let him down but not tonight.
The box they had received from Fred and George had a note telling them the sweets they had invented (per Harry's request) and order forms for anyone who wanted to make an order. The box contained Singing fancies; which made the person who ate them sing what ever song you want them to sing, Ani-Balls; would make the person turn into an animal for a short period of time and Swooning Tart's; which make the person swoon (these were made special for Malfoy and his goons) over any person they looked at. There were also Hogwarts Hussy's- Eat one of these chocolates and look like a two-bit hooker, Chocolate Hagies- make your worst enemy look like a real hag.
Soon the dinner dishes cleared and the desserts replaced the main courses. They looked around the hall and saw that at every table people were starting to eat their desserts; soon the fun would begin. They had everything planned out to the exact second; some of the Gryffindor's would be affected first and then the Hufflepuffs, Ravenclaws and the Slytherin's and right after that Hermione, Ron and Neville would eat their treat and change.
"I feel fun…Oink, Oink, Oink" came from a Gryffindor
"What's happ…Caw, Caw, Caw" from another Gryffindor
"What's the…Mew, Mew, Mew" from another Gryffindor
"Bloody H…Some where over the rainbow; someone waits for me (sang a Hufflepuff)"
"I'm a little tea pot short and stout (with hand on their hips and the other hung out as the spout) here is my handle here is my spout (sang a Hufflepuff)"
"Oh my…ooh… ooh…ahh…ahh…ooh…ooh…ahh…ahh…ooh…ooh…ahh…ahh… (Cho had turned into a monkey)"
"Bark, Bark, Bark" came for Michael Corner in Ravenclaw.
"Bah, Bah, Bah" came from Anthony Goldstein
"I am Voldemort hear me roar; I am to stupid to ignore; I want you to know I will take my stand; across your land but I am to much of a coward to win." sang Terry Boot
"Crabbe, Goyle come on let's get out…(Malfoy springs out of his seat) Come and dance with me my lovelies (prancing to the front of the hall with Crabbe and Goyle following him) this is a party you know (and they start to sing) I am pretty, I am pretty (swaying as they sang) with lips of cherry wine. Dowop, Dowop (Crabbe and Goyle singing back up) I am pretty; I am pretty and every boys desire; Dowop, Dowop (moving towards the Slytherin table and grabbing anyone they could) I want you to be my baby, (Malfoy sang to a second year) won't you come with me (as the boy turned into a toad)."
Hermione changed into a cat, Neville turned into a toad, and Ron turned into a pig. Those who hadn't been affect yet were laughing so hard they had tears coming down their cheeks. Then the rest of the students started turning into animals, hags, hookers or started singing and dancing. Those who had already changed were changing back to their normal self; except Malfoy and his goons. Professor Dumbledore looked around the hall; the twinkle back in his eyes and a small smile on his face. He caught Harry's eye and nodded to him as Harry turned into a Phoenix; Dumbledore smiled and clapped at the show before him. Luna had changed into Dove as had Ginny. Just before Harry turned back into himself there was a commotion at the teachers table; one by one the teachers started to change or start singing. The best part for the students was when Dumbledore and Snape started singing My Bonny Lies Over the Ocean (Bonnet's appeared on their heads) rocking back and forth as they sang. With the last key of the song was sang; the students stood up and applauded Dumbledore and Snape. Malfoy and his goons stood at the end of the Slytherin table with looks of disgust at what they had just witnessed. The new Marauders were proud at their prank but would take a break for a bit (Hermione's idea) so they would not get discovered. By the time Snape could realized what had happened all evidence (thanks to Dobby and Winky) would have been removed; not only from the tables but from the castle.
Harry heard different reactions coming from not only his own house but the others; some were mad but most thought it was almost as good as what Fred or George Weasley (if they only knew the stuff had came for them) would have done. Ron was talking to Dean and Seamus (who wanted details about the product used) but Ron played his part well and did not let on that he or Harry had been involved. Ginny noticed Cho sitting at the table crying; asking her house mates who would have been so mean to change her into (Ginny smiled) a dirty monkey like that. Michael came over and tried to calm her down telling her not to worry about it he had been turned into a poodle dog with fleas. Ginny heard Luna talking to Neville,
"I knew if I kissed a toad I would get a handsome prince" and then she giggled and kissed Neville on the cheek.
Mark Evans was talking to Hermione about how great he thought the prank was; wanted to know if she knew who had been involved and was disappointed that she didn't know. The six friends left the hall and headed to the room of requirements for their nightly practice on their Animagus forms; Dobby and Winky popped in just after they arrived. While the other five started their relaxation exercises Harry talked to Dobby and Winky about them helping Mrs. Weasley and possibly popping in and out of the houses getting the items they thought Voldemort might be after.
Winky said that she would help only if she could be Harry's house-elf; she did not want her freedom and would only work for her master. Harry knew Hermione would not like him owning Winky but felt he had to (he felt it was his fault she no longer had Mr. Crouch) so she would at least have a kind master. Harry agreed that he would take her as his house-elf but that he had rules for her to follow. Harry told her that she would not be wearing a pillow case as clothes; she would have to dress in descent clothes and would have to stay clean and slow down her Butterbear drinking.
Dobby stood and listened to every detail of the orders Winky was given; with the hopes that Harry would also take him on as his house-elf. Harry turned to Dobby and saw the look in his eyes and felt he needed to include Dobby in the plans. He let him know that he could be his house-elf too but he would not be his master and he would be paid for his services and would not take no for an answer. He explained to Dobby that he didn't want to be anyone's master but he knew Winky would not take her freedom; so that was the only reason he had agreed. He explained that friends did not own each other and that Dobby was indeed his friend. Dobby was happy with this explanation and excused himself to set up the snacks for everyone.
Training was going well; Ron and Neville showed that they would be the first to achieve their transformation first; the question; who would be first Neville or Ron. In the back of his mind Harry hoped they would complete it together; they both needed the confidence boost badly. The three girls were now equal with their training and Hermione was a bit happier now that she was doing well. They were all doing better then the original marauders but then again they had their notes; which had their comments on them of how to make it happen quicker and easier. Harry figured that the reason they had all this information worked out so well was for two reason; one being Peter taking so long to understand how to become an Animagus and two; so that when their own children got old enough they had planned on helping them become Animagus once they were in school; which made him sad but happy they had thought of their future children. After cleaning up and saying good-night to Winky and Dobby they all headed to their common rooms. Luna and Neville said their private good-night and then the five headed up to Gryffindor house.
Harry, Neville and Ginny walked behind Ron and Hermione talking about how well the evening had went. Harry told them he wanted to put the order forms out in the common room but was afraid that Hermione might not like him doing so. The all entered the common room and Neville said good-night to them all and headed to the boys dorm. In the end he put them out on the tables and Hermione just shrugged her shoulder at him and said good-night. Ron and said good-night to Harry and Ginny and headed to the boys dorm. They sat for a while and Ginny asked him questions about O.W.L.'s; she was scared she would not do well on her O.W.L.'s. Harry just laughed at her; he knew that she was smart and would do well on them. With their time in the room of requirements they had been doing all their home work and helping Luna and Ginny with O.W.L. preparations. He knew she and Luna would be ready and do well on them. They said good-night to each other and kissed each other on the cheek; then headed to their own dorm.
The first Quidditch game of the season would be that weekend; November the second between Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw; the five Gryffindor's would go and watch the game with Luna; to support her since she would and had done this for the Gryffindor team last year. The first Gryffindor game would be held at the end of November just before thanksgiving. Katie Bell had them practicing every Sunday since school had started. Ron had shown great improvement at being a keeper (first year nerves had settled down) and Katie figured that he would get a lot better once the season started. Ginny had tried out for one of the chaser positions and showed remarkable skill; better then she had done the last part of the year as the seeker. To everyone's surprise Dennis Creevey came out for one of the beater spots but ended up being a better chaser and became the third chaser on the team. Natalie McDonald and Emma Dobbs (named in book four but not what house so I put her in Gryffindor) became the team's new beaters; Ron commented that for girls they were brutal (he had told Harry he pitied the guy who would make them mad) with their clubs during practice. All in all they felt they had a very good team this year and looked forward to winning the Quidditch cup again.
On Saturday morning they all slept in a bit since the game didn't start until one-thirty. They had the morning to do what ever they wanted and would be training this morning so they could have couple time as Ron had put it. Ron was the first one up and headed to the shower; Neville was the seconded one up and left to get his shower as Ron came back into the room. Once he was dressed he tried to wake Harry up. Ron got a smile on his face; pay back for the Susan joke he had tried to pull on him a few weeks ago and he had the perfect thing to say. He leaned over and shook him again but all he did was roll away and pull his covers over his head. It's time for paybacks; so he leaned again and whispered in Harry's ear.
"Harry, it's time to get up. Harry, Ginny has decided she wants Dean not you; she's down in the common room kissing him right now."
Harry sprang out of bed so fast his head hit Ron's and knocked him on the floor. He sat there breathing hard looking at Ron like he was going to kill him.
"What did you say Ron?"
"Oh, nothing important Harry; just get dressed."
"No, what did you say?"
"What did you hear?"
"Ron, don't play like that; you were playing right?"
"Yep, payback for what you did to me last week. It don't feel good does it mate?"
"No"
"So you won't be doing that again will you?"
"Nope"
"Good"
"You can be such a prat some times you know that?"
"Yep and so can you mate. Come on, get up and get ready so we can get down to the great hall before they stop serving breakfast."
"Is all you think about is food mate?"
"Nope"
They dressed in their muggle clothes and put on their coats. Neville had found a nice warming charm if they needed it today at the Quidditch game. Over the past few days the weather had been so unpredictable; yesterday it had been freezing outside but the day before had been quit warm. When they reached the common room the girls were waiting for them; so they headed down to meet up with Luna. After eating breakfast they headed out; time for training and finish up their home work. At twelve o'clock they headed back down for lunch and then out to the lake to just relax and visit Hagrid until the game started. They sat by the lake for forty-five minutes and then headed to Hagrid's hut so they could spend time with him before the game. Hagrid was pleased to see Harry and his friends; they talked about the fantastic (Ron rolled his eyes at that comment) beasts he would have during the year and some for the next. Time went by so fast; it was time to head to the Quidditch pitch to watch the game.
Everyone followed Luna into the stands; Ron and Harry were there for Luna but they were going to watch how each team played and report back to Katie. On their way up to the stands Harry noticed Mark Evens heading to the pitch; he called to him and Mark waited for them to catch up with him. Harry asked if he would like to join them in the stands and they would help him understand the game by explaining it to him and answer any questions he had. All Mark could do was smile and shake his head yes; he followed them to their seats. They heard the whistle blow and knew the game was about to begin; both teams flew out and the new commentator introduced the teams. Once the captains shook hands the teams flew into the air. Madam Hooch tossed the Quaffle into the air and the game began. Both teems had decent keepers but their chasers weren't as good. In Ron's opinion they needed to work together more; Harry noticed that with Ron he always used strategy in his thinking when it came to Quidditch; he would make the best captain next year. He just hoped that his friend would be the one picked next year. Harry kept his eye on the snitch and the seekers to see who would be the better of the two; Cho who was Ravenclaws seeker was not doing to well; she would just follow the other seeker. Hufflepuffs seeker was doing all right but kept losing site of the snitch.
The score after thirty minutes of play was 0-0; Harry could see that since Cedric had died Hufflepuffs team had not been doing well. After forty-five minutes of play the Hufflepuff seeker finally saw the snitch and shot after it; Cho had just noticed the snitch too and shot out after it. To Harry's surprise Cho caught up to the other seeker quickly; they were flying neck and neck; both trying to knock they other out of the way so they could get the snitch. The snitch shot straight down towards the ground. Harry and Ron were on their feet; pushing forward to the edge of the stands where they were at; betting on who would get the snitch and who would crash. Then it happened; the snitch made a hard right turn and shot back up towards the sky. Both seekers tried to turn and pull up; Hufflepuffs seeker lost control of her broom and crashed into the stands. Cho turned but lost control for a split second but then regained control and headed straight for the snitch; she had caught the snitch and the game was over 150-0; Ravenclaw had won.
They decided since it was still early; they would go sit by the lake and talk with Mark. Harry had felt bad after talking to him at the feast but not since then. He didn't want him to feel left out and knew he probably had a lot of questions for them. They stayed by the lake for over two hours before they decided to go back to the common room. After they got back to the common room; Harry sat and talked to Mark a little while longer. Mark had told Harry he had written out the letter to his parents; asking to them about people he was related to but didn't want to send it by school owl; so Harry took him to the Owlery to use Hedwig. Mark was amazed that Harry was being so kind to him and letting him use the most beautiful owl he had ever seen. Harry told Hedwig:
"Hey girl, please take this to Marks parents; they live in Surrey near Aunt Petunia. Wait for a reply ok girl; they don't have an owl." and then sent her on her way.
November flew by fast and before they knew it; the Gryffindor game was going too held that weekend. Gryffindor slaughtered Hufflepuff 420-0; Ron had played his best game ever and Katie was so proud of him. Ginny had played as well as Angelina or Alicia in the chaser position (she had made Harry proud) and Ron had told her she was the best chaser (with out letting Katie hear him). The party after the game was as big as ever; Harry had talk to Dobby and arranged for him to have food, drinks (butterbeer and pumpkin juice) and plenty of desserts. At midnight Hermione started making everyone go to bed; Harry was so tired he didn't need to be told twice. He kissed Ginny on the cheek and said good-night to everyone and headed up to the boys dorm. Harry took a quick shower and dressed for bed; as soon as his head hit the pillow he was asleep; a fitful sleep with many dreams.
Thank all of you for reading and reviewing. I hope this chapter meets everyone's liking and understand now why I put the jewelry in the interview. I am truly sorry I didn't write a big Quidditch game; I did try but it never sound right. I will have when the games are and how they ended but not to much detail and I apologize ahead of time for that. Chapter 31 is in the works and about half way done. Please be kind and let me know what you think of this chapter. I have to ask what did you all think of the third movie?????