There For You
Chapter 11: Awkward Feelings
Author's Note: Well, it's taken me awhile to update but I've been incredibly busy with homework and dance this week, plus I got sick last night (Sunday night) and went to the doctor today. I'm fine, just a cold. I did say however that I would have this out by the 22nd at the latest and I stuck by my word. Did anyone else get bombarded with homework before going on Christmas break? I did. It sucked 'cause I had so many assignments! Thank God I'm on break now! By the way, if anyone wants to e- mail me while I'm gone, you can at iluvfanfic@mugglenet.com. I don't know how to access my Comcast account on a different computer so I got an account on mugglenet. Also, has anyone seen Return of the King? It was awesome! Except halfway through the movie I started feeling sick so that sucked but it was still really great! Anyway, here's chapter 11! I know chapters 10 and eleven were a little messed up before from the no A/N chapter thing but I hope they're fixed now! Ok, here we go!
Over the next week and a half before the ball, everyone was talking about partners and outfits. Boys were nervously asking girls to go while the girls shyly waited for them to come. Harry and Ron were glad they didn't have to participate in that this year. Instead, they and Hermione sat back and watched beads of sweat drip down Nevilles's face as he approached a cute, blonde haired girl in the common room. He mumbled a few words to her and she shook her head. He nodded and walked to the threesome, taking a seat on a chair across from them.
"You two are really lucky," he said sadly. "You're guaranteed dates to the ball while the rest of us have to go around feeling stupid asking random girls. It's horrible."
"We know mate, we know," Ron answered consolingly. "We did experience it fourth year. I bloody asked a part veela. I really should have had my head examined."
"You didn't know she was part veela," Harry chuckled and Hermione took his hand. She was spending every waking moment with Ron except when he was in his dorm.
"I know but to even have thought she would ever consider someone like me was really dumb on my part."
"Well it doesn't matter now. You've got Hermione," Neville pointed out. A look of happiness spread on Ron's face and his lip turned up into his lopsided grin as he nodded. He leaned down slightly to Hermione and kissed her cheek. She snuggled up to his shoulder.
"I'm sure you'll find someone to go with," Harry told him.
"Easy for you to say."
"Come on, you went with Ginny before."
"Now look who she's with." Harry didn't want to make Neville feel any worse so he just nodded.
Just then, Seamus came over to them and sat down beside Harry on the couch. He had a wide smile on his face.
"'Lo boys, Hermione. How's everything going?"
"Terrible," Neville muttered.
"How come?"
"He's having trouble getting a partner for the ball," Ron said.
"Oh, I'm sorry," Seamus replied. "Who do you want to go with?"
"Anyone." Seamus laughed.
"Maybe you should set your sights on someone and figure out a good way to ask her." Neville shrugged.
* * * *
Over the next couple of D.A. meetings, Cho spoke with Harry more than usual. At the end of it, she came up and smiled warmly at him.
"Hello Harry. How are you?"
"Oh hi Cho. I'm fine. Uh, you?" he answered as he straightened up the room.
"Oh I'm good. So.are you going to the ball?"
"Uh huh." She twirled her hair around her finger and nodded.
"With Ginny?" she asked softly, looking at the ground. He picked up a pillow and stood up.
"Yes, she is my girlfriend." Cho sighed and nodded.
"I really messed things up last year didn't I? What if I hadn't acted like that?" Harry didn't know what to say.
"Um Cho, I'm sorry you feel bad about it but I'm with Ginny now. I love her." She looked close to tears.
"Ok, bye Harry." She turned away but Harry grabbed her arm.
"Are you alright? I mean, I don't want you to be.upset about this. I still want to be your friend." She nodded and took her arm away. He groaned as she left the room. A moment later, Ginny came up to Harry. She did not look happy.
"What was that all about?" she asked icily.
"Nothing. She's just a little depressed."
"And why were you holding her arm?"
"It was nothing, I just wanted to talk to her."
"I didn't know that required touching her." She crossed her arms and waited for an answer.
"Gin.it wasn't a big deal, ok? There's nothing going on. Let's go to the common room."
"Fine." She turned around and left the room without him. He sighed and followed her out.
He went up to his dorm before dinner and explained why Ginny was mad to Ron.
"All I did was grab her arm! It was nothing!"
"Harry.um do you maybe have some feelings towards Cho? I mean why didn't you just let her go when she tried the first time?"
"I don't know. I just felt sorry for her."
"But why? I thought you didn't like her after the way she acted last year. Why the change of heart?" Harry shrugged. He really didn't know why he felt that way.
"Harry do you honestly love Ginny? Are you sure she's the one you want? Because if you aren't, you need to end it now before you get anymore involved." Harry stared at the wall for a few moments.
"Yes, I love Ginny. She's the one."
"Ok but if you hurt her I'll be forced to break both of your legs. With my bare hands." Harry laughed.
"If I hurt her, I'll help you break my legs."
* * * *
The next Hogsmeade visit was the Saturday before the ball. Hermione and Ginny went to Madam Malkin's to find some new dress robes while Ron and Harry headed to Quality Quidditch Supplies (is that the name?) since they had dress robes already. The girls roamed around for a while looking at the different colors available. (I know Ginny probably wouldn't have the money to get new dress robes but we'll pretend she does.)
"Oh Hermione, look at this one," Ginny said showing her a lavender silk robe. "You'd look gorgeous in this." Hermione felt the material and shrugged. Ginny shoved it in her arms. "Go try it on." Hermione sighed and walked back to the dressing room. Ginny continued to browse the robes until she noticed a red dress robe that complimented her hair just right. (I don't know what color that would be so use your imaginations!) She held it up to her body and looked in the mirror against the wall.
"Ahem." Ginny turned around to see Hermione standing before her. Ginny grinned.
"Ron will lose all sense of speech when he sees you. He won't be able to take his eyes away!" Hermione viewed herself in the mirror and smiled.
"Ok, I'll get it. Is that what you're going to buy?" she asked indicating the robes in Ginny's hand.
"I don't know. What do you think?" Hermione nodded.
"I think Harry will love it." The girls took their purchases up to the counter and paid for them.
Meanwhile in the Quidditch shop, Ron and Harry were walking around the store examining all the brooms. Harry turned a corner and ran into someone, knocking them over. It was Cho.
"Oh, Cho I'm really sorry!" he exclaimed and extended his hand to her. She took it and he pulled her up. She straightened her clothes and smoothed down her hair.
"Oh it's alright Harry."
"Are you ok?" he asked.
"Yes I'm fine," she smiled. He smiled back and nodded.
"Ok, good." He looked down and noticed their hands were still together. His eyes widened and he dropped hers quickly.
"Uh.I.well.so bye!" He turned around and pulled Ron out of the shop. He leaned against a wall down a few doors and sighed.
"What the hell's the matter with me?" he asked. "Why didn't I let go of her hand?"
"Harry, maybe you're reading too much into this. You've never had a girlfriend before and you're already saying you love Ginny. Maybe you're just a little freaked out by it so when Cho is around you feel as though you like her or something. You're just a little confused that's all. You know you love Ginny so just relax and Cho will eventually be out of your mind." Harry nodded fervently.
"That's it, I'm just a little freaked out! Nothing to worry about! I love Ginny!"
"Whoa Harry, you don't need to yell." Harry cleared his throat.
"Right, sorry. But Ron.why haven't you had any of these problems? You haven't had a girlfriend before Hermione and you aren't weird around other girls." Ron shrugged.
"Hermione's all I've ever wanted. I've loved her since fourth year. The only one before her was Fleur and that was just a veela attraction thing. Plus, no other girls are interested in me."
"Ok, so if I just stay calm and don't think about Cho in any other way than as a fellow student, she'll be gone out of my mind and then I'll be fine! No problem!" Ron chuckled.
"Ok mate. Let's go find our girlfriends." Harry nodded and they headed towards Madam Malkin's.
* * * *
The night before the ball, Ginny was reading her Transfiguration book while Harry finished his Potions essay. Things had been a little quiet between them and Harry frequently looked over at her. He had to let her know he really loved her.
"Ginny?" She looked over at him. He stood up and walked over to her. "Come with me," he said and took her hand.
"I have to read Harry."
"Please? You can read later." She looked into his pleading eyes and stood up. He smiled and led her out of the common room.
"Where are we going?" she asked.
"You'll see." They stayed silent the rest of the way. They stopped in front of the Room of Requirement. Harry thought for a few moments before opening the door and letting Ginny in. She gasped and Harry grinned. It was just what he wanted. There was a round table big enough for two in the center of the room big enough for two. Two candles sat in the center of the white tablecloth. A meal of chicken, vegetables, and rolls was waiting for them beside the table on a silver tray. There was a soft, crimson couch against the wall and white carpet covering the floor. The lights were low and a fire burned across from the couch. Ginny looked around the room happily.
"Harry it's beautiful," she breathed.
"No, you're beautiful," he whispered, putting his arms around her waist behind her.
"You have quite an imagination."
"I do my best." She giggled and rubbed his arms.
"Hungry?" he asked.
"Starving." He laced his hand in hers and led her to the table. He pulled out her cushy, crimson chair and she sat down. She continued to survey the room as he sat in his seat across from her.
"Pumpkin juice?" he offered. She nodded and he poured it in her glass. She served them the food and watched him take a sip form his glass.
"I'm sorry I've been so mental lately about Cho. I trust you. I shouldn't be acting like that. I promise I won't anymore." He took her hand in his.
"It's my fault for still talking to her. You don't need to apologize."
"But you're just being a nice person and not ignoring her." He shrugged.
"Let's just not talk about her anymore. All I want to think about is you." She kissed his hand and picked up her fork.
"Sounds good to me. Let's eat."
They talked and enjoyed their delicious meal and dessert. All thoughts of Cho left Harry's mind. Ginny looked so beautiful in the glow of the candlelight, it was all Harry could do to take his eyes away from her. When they finished, Harry magicked (is that a word?) away the food, plates, and table. Ginny had taken a seat on the couch and was watching the warm fire burn in the fireplace before her. Harry sat beside her and put his arm around her shoulder.
"This is the nicest thing anyone's ever done for me," she whispered, lacing her fingers in his other hand.
"I'm glad to do it. I love you," he answered. He tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and kissed her lips. She held his face with her hands and kissed him deeply. They slowly lowered their backs onto the couch. They faced each other, never taking their lips apart. He ran his hand through her hair as she ran her fingertips down his back. A few minutes later they broke apart and Harry scooted up on the couch into a semi-sitting position. She laid her head on his chest and wrapped her arms around his middle. He put one hand on her lower back and the other on her upper. Harry thought of a blanket and one appeared on the floor beside them. He lifted it up to them and draped it over their bodies. She sighed contentedly and softly kissed his neck before relaxing back into his chest.
Author's Note: You may have been mad at Harry earlier but don't be. He's just a bit you know, confused, distracted, etc. Don't boys and/or girls get that way? I don't really know. Never had a boyfriend sadly. Anyway, dance is next chapter. You guys'll really like it I think. I'll probably get it up sometime this week. I'm not sure when since I'm leaving for Arizona on Tuesday and Christmas is Thursday. I'll work on it while we travel. Ok, Merry/Happy Christmas everyone! And Merry/Happy whatever to those of you who celebrate other holidays! And have a happy new year!
Individuals:
Potterweasly: Yeah, it is nice emailing you! Glad you liked the quote. I didn't realize ship came from relationships until I read it on mugglenet.com. And thank you for all of your nice compliments!
Bballgirl02: I think it's a good reason too! Hmm, I think you've figured out what's going to happen. Lol. Someone told me when their birthdays are so I thankfully don't have to look!
Kikiwi30: Thank you! And thanks for telling me their birthdays! Darn though, I missed Hermione's. Oh well, still have Ron's!
Cheese Diva: Thanks, glad you liked it! Lol, I promise I'm not J.K. If I was I could pay for car insurance for all of next year and get a CD player for my car.uh never mind! Anyway, isn't that a great quote? Yes, V-day ball! Yay! R/H dancing! If you hate Cho so much now, you won't like her next chapter either. You'll be ready to whip out that axe. I hope you liked this chapter. Happy Christmas to you too!
Line-from Denmark: Thank you so much! And thanks for supporting me and telling me to take my time! I hope you liked this chapter! Ball is next chapter!
i-love-animals: Yay, I'm glad you can review! Sorry you were so busy. I have been too. You're lucky you're done with school! And thank you for all your nice compliments! I really appreciate them!
Iced1: I know, aren't they?
PiNkRiBbOn13dancegirl: Thank you! I'm glad you want to read my other fics! Nutcracker's over now but it went well. Well, I can't say what Cho's going to do, you'll have to wait! Merry Christmas to you too!
Hp/charmed obsesed: Well, I already recommended it once and I think that's enough. Sorry.
Joots: Yes, a ball! Yay! I actually forgot about Ron being a prefect. Hmm, I'll have to think about it. And I found out when Ron and Hermione's birthdays are. Hermione's is September 19 and Ron's is March 1. I missed Hermione's but I can still have Ron's.
Loli-chick336: Hi! Thank you! Glad you liked the chapter! Yes, I guess it was an intro and this chapter was a second intro I suppose. I can't wait to write when Ron and Hermione dance! I'm so excited! I'm glad you liked the quote! I loved it when I read it! Yep, I read your fic!
'Mione Weasley: Thanks for saying those things! That's really nice of you! Lol, I know you'll get R/H in the story. I just love reading about them. You're welcome for the reviews! I love reading yours too!
Sexy seeker: Thank you! I'm glad you like my mellowness. This was another mellow one but next chapter won't be. And more H/G fight building this chapter. I'm not sure when I'll get out my other two stories but I'll start working on them during vacation.
Winky55: Yes, Cho just isn't a liked character anymore! Glad you like the ball idea! Thanks!
Shortywithbrains: Thank you! I'm sort of building up to the fight. It'll be next chapter. Trust me, you'll know when it's begun! Lol, I kind of forgot about Ron not being a prefect so I may not write about that. I'm not sure.
ElmoRock3113: I like that about Ginny too. Yes, Cho does have something towards Harry and things are going to get complicated. Mwuhahaha!
Ashie: Thank you so much! Yeah, the fight'll happen at the ball. Hope your babysitting went well!
KrisKG: Thanks! Wow, you're lucky you got to go on a cruise! How was it?
Lily106: Thank you! Glad it wasn't boring! I'd be worried too. I fell their pain also! My teachers piled us with homework last week!
Harry-potter-luvs-me: Don't worry, I understand you've been busy. I have too. Thank you very much! Yep, Cho still likes him! I wouldn't like it either!
Chapter 11: Awkward Feelings
Author's Note: Well, it's taken me awhile to update but I've been incredibly busy with homework and dance this week, plus I got sick last night (Sunday night) and went to the doctor today. I'm fine, just a cold. I did say however that I would have this out by the 22nd at the latest and I stuck by my word. Did anyone else get bombarded with homework before going on Christmas break? I did. It sucked 'cause I had so many assignments! Thank God I'm on break now! By the way, if anyone wants to e- mail me while I'm gone, you can at iluvfanfic@mugglenet.com. I don't know how to access my Comcast account on a different computer so I got an account on mugglenet. Also, has anyone seen Return of the King? It was awesome! Except halfway through the movie I started feeling sick so that sucked but it was still really great! Anyway, here's chapter 11! I know chapters 10 and eleven were a little messed up before from the no A/N chapter thing but I hope they're fixed now! Ok, here we go!
Over the next week and a half before the ball, everyone was talking about partners and outfits. Boys were nervously asking girls to go while the girls shyly waited for them to come. Harry and Ron were glad they didn't have to participate in that this year. Instead, they and Hermione sat back and watched beads of sweat drip down Nevilles's face as he approached a cute, blonde haired girl in the common room. He mumbled a few words to her and she shook her head. He nodded and walked to the threesome, taking a seat on a chair across from them.
"You two are really lucky," he said sadly. "You're guaranteed dates to the ball while the rest of us have to go around feeling stupid asking random girls. It's horrible."
"We know mate, we know," Ron answered consolingly. "We did experience it fourth year. I bloody asked a part veela. I really should have had my head examined."
"You didn't know she was part veela," Harry chuckled and Hermione took his hand. She was spending every waking moment with Ron except when he was in his dorm.
"I know but to even have thought she would ever consider someone like me was really dumb on my part."
"Well it doesn't matter now. You've got Hermione," Neville pointed out. A look of happiness spread on Ron's face and his lip turned up into his lopsided grin as he nodded. He leaned down slightly to Hermione and kissed her cheek. She snuggled up to his shoulder.
"I'm sure you'll find someone to go with," Harry told him.
"Easy for you to say."
"Come on, you went with Ginny before."
"Now look who she's with." Harry didn't want to make Neville feel any worse so he just nodded.
Just then, Seamus came over to them and sat down beside Harry on the couch. He had a wide smile on his face.
"'Lo boys, Hermione. How's everything going?"
"Terrible," Neville muttered.
"How come?"
"He's having trouble getting a partner for the ball," Ron said.
"Oh, I'm sorry," Seamus replied. "Who do you want to go with?"
"Anyone." Seamus laughed.
"Maybe you should set your sights on someone and figure out a good way to ask her." Neville shrugged.
* * * *
Over the next couple of D.A. meetings, Cho spoke with Harry more than usual. At the end of it, she came up and smiled warmly at him.
"Hello Harry. How are you?"
"Oh hi Cho. I'm fine. Uh, you?" he answered as he straightened up the room.
"Oh I'm good. So.are you going to the ball?"
"Uh huh." She twirled her hair around her finger and nodded.
"With Ginny?" she asked softly, looking at the ground. He picked up a pillow and stood up.
"Yes, she is my girlfriend." Cho sighed and nodded.
"I really messed things up last year didn't I? What if I hadn't acted like that?" Harry didn't know what to say.
"Um Cho, I'm sorry you feel bad about it but I'm with Ginny now. I love her." She looked close to tears.
"Ok, bye Harry." She turned away but Harry grabbed her arm.
"Are you alright? I mean, I don't want you to be.upset about this. I still want to be your friend." She nodded and took her arm away. He groaned as she left the room. A moment later, Ginny came up to Harry. She did not look happy.
"What was that all about?" she asked icily.
"Nothing. She's just a little depressed."
"And why were you holding her arm?"
"It was nothing, I just wanted to talk to her."
"I didn't know that required touching her." She crossed her arms and waited for an answer.
"Gin.it wasn't a big deal, ok? There's nothing going on. Let's go to the common room."
"Fine." She turned around and left the room without him. He sighed and followed her out.
He went up to his dorm before dinner and explained why Ginny was mad to Ron.
"All I did was grab her arm! It was nothing!"
"Harry.um do you maybe have some feelings towards Cho? I mean why didn't you just let her go when she tried the first time?"
"I don't know. I just felt sorry for her."
"But why? I thought you didn't like her after the way she acted last year. Why the change of heart?" Harry shrugged. He really didn't know why he felt that way.
"Harry do you honestly love Ginny? Are you sure she's the one you want? Because if you aren't, you need to end it now before you get anymore involved." Harry stared at the wall for a few moments.
"Yes, I love Ginny. She's the one."
"Ok but if you hurt her I'll be forced to break both of your legs. With my bare hands." Harry laughed.
"If I hurt her, I'll help you break my legs."
* * * *
The next Hogsmeade visit was the Saturday before the ball. Hermione and Ginny went to Madam Malkin's to find some new dress robes while Ron and Harry headed to Quality Quidditch Supplies (is that the name?) since they had dress robes already. The girls roamed around for a while looking at the different colors available. (I know Ginny probably wouldn't have the money to get new dress robes but we'll pretend she does.)
"Oh Hermione, look at this one," Ginny said showing her a lavender silk robe. "You'd look gorgeous in this." Hermione felt the material and shrugged. Ginny shoved it in her arms. "Go try it on." Hermione sighed and walked back to the dressing room. Ginny continued to browse the robes until she noticed a red dress robe that complimented her hair just right. (I don't know what color that would be so use your imaginations!) She held it up to her body and looked in the mirror against the wall.
"Ahem." Ginny turned around to see Hermione standing before her. Ginny grinned.
"Ron will lose all sense of speech when he sees you. He won't be able to take his eyes away!" Hermione viewed herself in the mirror and smiled.
"Ok, I'll get it. Is that what you're going to buy?" she asked indicating the robes in Ginny's hand.
"I don't know. What do you think?" Hermione nodded.
"I think Harry will love it." The girls took their purchases up to the counter and paid for them.
Meanwhile in the Quidditch shop, Ron and Harry were walking around the store examining all the brooms. Harry turned a corner and ran into someone, knocking them over. It was Cho.
"Oh, Cho I'm really sorry!" he exclaimed and extended his hand to her. She took it and he pulled her up. She straightened her clothes and smoothed down her hair.
"Oh it's alright Harry."
"Are you ok?" he asked.
"Yes I'm fine," she smiled. He smiled back and nodded.
"Ok, good." He looked down and noticed their hands were still together. His eyes widened and he dropped hers quickly.
"Uh.I.well.so bye!" He turned around and pulled Ron out of the shop. He leaned against a wall down a few doors and sighed.
"What the hell's the matter with me?" he asked. "Why didn't I let go of her hand?"
"Harry, maybe you're reading too much into this. You've never had a girlfriend before and you're already saying you love Ginny. Maybe you're just a little freaked out by it so when Cho is around you feel as though you like her or something. You're just a little confused that's all. You know you love Ginny so just relax and Cho will eventually be out of your mind." Harry nodded fervently.
"That's it, I'm just a little freaked out! Nothing to worry about! I love Ginny!"
"Whoa Harry, you don't need to yell." Harry cleared his throat.
"Right, sorry. But Ron.why haven't you had any of these problems? You haven't had a girlfriend before Hermione and you aren't weird around other girls." Ron shrugged.
"Hermione's all I've ever wanted. I've loved her since fourth year. The only one before her was Fleur and that was just a veela attraction thing. Plus, no other girls are interested in me."
"Ok, so if I just stay calm and don't think about Cho in any other way than as a fellow student, she'll be gone out of my mind and then I'll be fine! No problem!" Ron chuckled.
"Ok mate. Let's go find our girlfriends." Harry nodded and they headed towards Madam Malkin's.
* * * *
The night before the ball, Ginny was reading her Transfiguration book while Harry finished his Potions essay. Things had been a little quiet between them and Harry frequently looked over at her. He had to let her know he really loved her.
"Ginny?" She looked over at him. He stood up and walked over to her. "Come with me," he said and took her hand.
"I have to read Harry."
"Please? You can read later." She looked into his pleading eyes and stood up. He smiled and led her out of the common room.
"Where are we going?" she asked.
"You'll see." They stayed silent the rest of the way. They stopped in front of the Room of Requirement. Harry thought for a few moments before opening the door and letting Ginny in. She gasped and Harry grinned. It was just what he wanted. There was a round table big enough for two in the center of the room big enough for two. Two candles sat in the center of the white tablecloth. A meal of chicken, vegetables, and rolls was waiting for them beside the table on a silver tray. There was a soft, crimson couch against the wall and white carpet covering the floor. The lights were low and a fire burned across from the couch. Ginny looked around the room happily.
"Harry it's beautiful," she breathed.
"No, you're beautiful," he whispered, putting his arms around her waist behind her.
"You have quite an imagination."
"I do my best." She giggled and rubbed his arms.
"Hungry?" he asked.
"Starving." He laced his hand in hers and led her to the table. He pulled out her cushy, crimson chair and she sat down. She continued to survey the room as he sat in his seat across from her.
"Pumpkin juice?" he offered. She nodded and he poured it in her glass. She served them the food and watched him take a sip form his glass.
"I'm sorry I've been so mental lately about Cho. I trust you. I shouldn't be acting like that. I promise I won't anymore." He took her hand in his.
"It's my fault for still talking to her. You don't need to apologize."
"But you're just being a nice person and not ignoring her." He shrugged.
"Let's just not talk about her anymore. All I want to think about is you." She kissed his hand and picked up her fork.
"Sounds good to me. Let's eat."
They talked and enjoyed their delicious meal and dessert. All thoughts of Cho left Harry's mind. Ginny looked so beautiful in the glow of the candlelight, it was all Harry could do to take his eyes away from her. When they finished, Harry magicked (is that a word?) away the food, plates, and table. Ginny had taken a seat on the couch and was watching the warm fire burn in the fireplace before her. Harry sat beside her and put his arm around her shoulder.
"This is the nicest thing anyone's ever done for me," she whispered, lacing her fingers in his other hand.
"I'm glad to do it. I love you," he answered. He tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and kissed her lips. She held his face with her hands and kissed him deeply. They slowly lowered their backs onto the couch. They faced each other, never taking their lips apart. He ran his hand through her hair as she ran her fingertips down his back. A few minutes later they broke apart and Harry scooted up on the couch into a semi-sitting position. She laid her head on his chest and wrapped her arms around his middle. He put one hand on her lower back and the other on her upper. Harry thought of a blanket and one appeared on the floor beside them. He lifted it up to them and draped it over their bodies. She sighed contentedly and softly kissed his neck before relaxing back into his chest.
Author's Note: You may have been mad at Harry earlier but don't be. He's just a bit you know, confused, distracted, etc. Don't boys and/or girls get that way? I don't really know. Never had a boyfriend sadly. Anyway, dance is next chapter. You guys'll really like it I think. I'll probably get it up sometime this week. I'm not sure when since I'm leaving for Arizona on Tuesday and Christmas is Thursday. I'll work on it while we travel. Ok, Merry/Happy Christmas everyone! And Merry/Happy whatever to those of you who celebrate other holidays! And have a happy new year!
Individuals:
Potterweasly: Yeah, it is nice emailing you! Glad you liked the quote. I didn't realize ship came from relationships until I read it on mugglenet.com. And thank you for all of your nice compliments!
Bballgirl02: I think it's a good reason too! Hmm, I think you've figured out what's going to happen. Lol. Someone told me when their birthdays are so I thankfully don't have to look!
Kikiwi30: Thank you! And thanks for telling me their birthdays! Darn though, I missed Hermione's. Oh well, still have Ron's!
Cheese Diva: Thanks, glad you liked it! Lol, I promise I'm not J.K. If I was I could pay for car insurance for all of next year and get a CD player for my car.uh never mind! Anyway, isn't that a great quote? Yes, V-day ball! Yay! R/H dancing! If you hate Cho so much now, you won't like her next chapter either. You'll be ready to whip out that axe. I hope you liked this chapter. Happy Christmas to you too!
Line-from Denmark: Thank you so much! And thanks for supporting me and telling me to take my time! I hope you liked this chapter! Ball is next chapter!
i-love-animals: Yay, I'm glad you can review! Sorry you were so busy. I have been too. You're lucky you're done with school! And thank you for all your nice compliments! I really appreciate them!
Iced1: I know, aren't they?
PiNkRiBbOn13dancegirl: Thank you! I'm glad you want to read my other fics! Nutcracker's over now but it went well. Well, I can't say what Cho's going to do, you'll have to wait! Merry Christmas to you too!
Hp/charmed obsesed: Well, I already recommended it once and I think that's enough. Sorry.
Joots: Yes, a ball! Yay! I actually forgot about Ron being a prefect. Hmm, I'll have to think about it. And I found out when Ron and Hermione's birthdays are. Hermione's is September 19 and Ron's is March 1. I missed Hermione's but I can still have Ron's.
Loli-chick336: Hi! Thank you! Glad you liked the chapter! Yes, I guess it was an intro and this chapter was a second intro I suppose. I can't wait to write when Ron and Hermione dance! I'm so excited! I'm glad you liked the quote! I loved it when I read it! Yep, I read your fic!
'Mione Weasley: Thanks for saying those things! That's really nice of you! Lol, I know you'll get R/H in the story. I just love reading about them. You're welcome for the reviews! I love reading yours too!
Sexy seeker: Thank you! I'm glad you like my mellowness. This was another mellow one but next chapter won't be. And more H/G fight building this chapter. I'm not sure when I'll get out my other two stories but I'll start working on them during vacation.
Winky55: Yes, Cho just isn't a liked character anymore! Glad you like the ball idea! Thanks!
Shortywithbrains: Thank you! I'm sort of building up to the fight. It'll be next chapter. Trust me, you'll know when it's begun! Lol, I kind of forgot about Ron not being a prefect so I may not write about that. I'm not sure.
ElmoRock3113: I like that about Ginny too. Yes, Cho does have something towards Harry and things are going to get complicated. Mwuhahaha!
Ashie: Thank you so much! Yeah, the fight'll happen at the ball. Hope your babysitting went well!
KrisKG: Thanks! Wow, you're lucky you got to go on a cruise! How was it?
Lily106: Thank you! Glad it wasn't boring! I'd be worried too. I fell their pain also! My teachers piled us with homework last week!
Harry-potter-luvs-me: Don't worry, I understand you've been busy. I have too. Thank you very much! Yep, Cho still likes him! I wouldn't like it either!