Chapter 3
Several weeks had passed since Ginny left for school. She sent Harry an owl nearly every day. They didn't really say much, just things like, 'I miss you' and 'I love you' and stuff about school. She had written that Tonks was the new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher and Slughorn was still teaching potions. She had said that Tonks' class was by far the best. Every class she had a different look. Everybody in the school seemed to like this, except for some of the teachers. The Gryffindors quidditch team tryouts had gone well. She was now the seeker, as nobody could match Harry's ability and she was next in line. Their first game was coming up and she wanted harry to come.
Harry's replies were basically the same with the 'I miss you' and 'I love you' bit and instead of school he talked about how the wedding plans were going. He told her the she was going to be the maid of honor and he was the best man. Harry couldn't wait to see her he did miss her like crazy. One day he received a second owl, and thought Ginny had forgotten to tell him something.
When he opened the letter he found that it was not from Ginny, but that it was from Tonks. He read the letter.
Dear Harry,
I am having a wonderful time as the new DADA teacher. I didn't think that I was the best choice for the position, but you were too young. Well I have a favor to ask of you. There is something that requires my full attention, for one week, that I must take care of. I have spoken to Professor McGonagall, and she said that if you were willing, you could fill in for me for this week (of course you would be under her supervision and I would have to leave lesson plans for you to follow). It is the second week of October. Please send me your response soon, so I know if I need to find somebody else or not.
Sincerely,
Professor Tonks
Harry thought about this for a minute. He started writing his reply, then abruptly stopped. He should tell Ron and Hermione first, they might need him for something. Seeing as how it was nearly dinner time, Hermione was already home. He went down to Ginny's room and knocked on the door. "Yes," Hermione said. Harry opened the door, "Hey, you got a minute?" he asked. Hermione lifted her head out of a book and said, "Yeah what's up?"
Harry showed her the letter. "Wow, Harry that is an honor to be asked," she said. Harry hadn't really thought about that. He just saw it as a opportunity to see Ginny. "Yeah I suppose it is. I just wanted to make sure that you didn't need me for wedding stuff that week." Hermione checked her organizer and said, "Nope. Have a good time. Also remember that you are there to teach not to be with Ginny." Harry rolled his eyes, "I know Hermione, I know."
Harry went back to Ron's room and finished his reply.
Dear Professor Tonks
I am happy to inform you that I will be honored to fill your shoes for the week that you are not available. If it is at all possible could you please send me a copy of the possilble lesson plan for the week. As I do not wish to embarrass myself by not being prepared. If it is okay I will arrive the Friday before I need to start.
Truly Honored
Harry Potter
Harry couldn't wait for the second week of October.