CHAPTER 4
I awoke with a start. I saw a big pair if blue eyes in front of me.
"Come on its time to get up. Mums already made breakfast and she says we can't eat without you," Ron said before leaping off the bed and out the door. I knew he was still a little angry with me about last night. I should've known.
I climbed slowly out of bed and into the cold air. I shivered lightly. Throwing on a pair of slacks and a red t-shirt I bounded out the door, realizing I was starving.
In the kitchen everyone was already waiting for me. When they saw me standing in the doorway they all looked up before digging into their food. I took a seat between Ron and Ginny.
I ate heartily that morning. Full to the brim I excused myself to go take a shower. I ran up the stars and into the bathroom. I went over to the tub and turned the many knobs that were in there. When I was satisfied, I stripped down and slowly got in. The warmness of the water was refreshing.
After I was done washing my hair and body I climbed out. The air felt freezing after being in the scalding water. I grabbed a towel and wrapped it loosely around my waist.
I walked out of the bathroom and into my room. I rummaged through my trunk. Finding an outfit, I slipped it on. I wore a tight black tee and a pair of tight black jeans. I decorated the jeans with a black and silver studded belt. Lately my style has been more punk and hardcore. And with what little money I had, I bought the studded belt. I also stole a spiked choker necklace from a kid at the park. All in all I thought my outfit was pretty cool.
In the living room everyone was waiting for me.
"Harry, took you long…" Fred started. See, my friends hadn't seen me in my new attire yet and I'm guessing it came as quite a shocker. I personally didn't think it was that big of a deal.
"Wow…Harry…you look," Ginny stuttered. "Hot,"
I grinned at the youngest Weasley. At least someone appreciated my look. I took a seat in the chaise across from Hermione.
"So, what do you guys want to do today," I ask, trying to break the awkward silence.
"We were thinking of going out in the garden to play some quittich,"
" Okay that sounds fun,"
So, we all went upstairs to grab our brooms. I have a Firebolt, The fastest broom on the market. I get it from my trunk and walk outside into the garden. Everyone is already waiting for me.
"Ginny, Fred, and Me will be on a team and Harry, Hermione, and George," we all nod before taking off into the air. Flying has always come natural to me, and I feel free while up in the air. I do a couple of loops and tricks while Ginny and me wait for the snitch to be let out. After about five minutes we start to look. Meanwhile, we have only two chasers on each team and no keeper so we try to hurry to find the small golden ball.
In less than ten minutes I spot it hovering over Ron's leg. I shoot after it. Ginny see's me go and is right on my tail. Me, having the faster broom, catch the snitch easily.
We spent almost three hours outside playing around on our brooms. Until Mrs. Weasley called us in for supper. We all ate quickly before heading out again.
We come back inside at around ten. And by that time I am exhausted. We don't bother to stay up any longer and head to bed.
I climb under the warm covers and fall asleep quickly.
I awaken to the sounds of quiet sobbing. I grab my glasses off the bedside table and get out of bed. I quietly open the door to hear better. Quickly, I discover it is Ginny. Feeling sorry for her I make my way to her door, which is kind of hard considering it is pitch black and I can't see anything.
I knock lightly before I enter her room. She is curled up in her bed, a letter in her hand. I walk over and put an arm around her.
"Hey Gin, what's wrong?" I ask, while rubbing her back in a soothing manner.
She sniffles and buries her face in my chest.
"Oh Harry, Dean… He…He broke up with me," She says muffled into my shirt.
I don't really think it's that big of a deal but I continue to rub her back.
"I'm sorry. He was kind of a jerk anyway," I say trying to cheer her up.
It obviously didn't work as she's sobbing even harder. I begin to feel the wetness.
We sat like that for the next fifteen minutes while Ginny tried to regain control. When she did she dried her eyes and stared up at me.
"Thank you. I'm sorry I cried all over your shirt. I just…"
"It's alright. I don't mind. I'm just glad you're feeling better," I say.
She leans forward slowly. Suddenly I feel her warm lips on mine. I can tell that she just wants to use me to help her feel better but I don't mind. I kiss her back slightly with less passion. She licks my bottom lip and I know she is begging me for entrance and I oblige. I feel Ginny's hand slowly creep up my shirt. I pull away from her after awhile. It just doesn't feel right. She is like a sister to me. I can tell she's frustrated with me. She leans forward again and I pull back.
"I'm sorry," I say quietly before standing up and walking out. When I get back to my room I lay down again, but this time I cannot fall asleep. Kissing Ginny felt so wrong. It made me feel so awkward. And I know that things are going to be strained between us for a while now.
I stand up and walk over to the dresser.
Dragon,
It's very late but I cannot seem to fall asleep. You see, I woke up to hear Ginny crying and I went to comfort her and she kissed me. I know that doesn't sound like much but it feels to me like incest. I don't know…I just hope that after that, things can go back to normal.
I keep wondering who you are and I've narrowed down the list to: Zabini, Crabbe, Goyle, Winston, Nott, Rocker, Malfoy, and Reeve. Are you one of them? And yes I do promise that I won't judge you on how you've acted in the past. At least I'll try. Did you get Snape's essay done? I really should get a move on, doing it.
I'm having so much fun here at Ron's house. We've played quittich all day, which was great. I do hope you didn't feel too bored at your father's birthday party.
I should go now. I'm starting to feel tired now. Hope to here from you soon.
-Harry
I woke up Amity and tied the parcel to her leg. I watched her soar into the night sky hoping that I could now fall asleep.
(this was supposed to be chapter five but since I am just so nice I condensed them yay!)
The next three weeks went by without much incident. That is if you don't count when Fred walked in on Hermione and Ron shagging. I have to admit, that was pretty funny. I'd kept writing to Dragon but he still wouldn't tell me who he was, but he did tell me that he was one of those people that I named off. I was glad that at least I was close.
Before I knew it, it was my birthday. I woke quite early that day feeling awake and refreshed. I showered quickly and got dressed. I wore a red long sleeve, blue jeans and my choker necklace. I had also put in red highlights the night before.
I went down stairs and realized that no one was awake yet. It was only eight. I decided to make everyone some breakfast. Although I knew nothing about cooking, I knew how to make the basic eggs, bacon, and toast. I got out all the things and started the meal. While I was only half way done with the bacon, Mrs. Weasley came down.
" Harry dear, you didn't have to do all this," she said as she saw all the food lying out on the table.
" I know, but I wanted to. I was up early and thought it would be nice," I reply.
She smiles. "Well, thank you dear. Why don't I go and wake the others," She said before walking back upstairs.
I finish everything before anyone comes down. I place two pieces of toast, three strips of bacon, and a large serving of eggs on each plate.
" Mmm. Smells good," I hear Ron say. I turn around and grin at him.
" Turning into a maid are you?" Fred says as he walks tiredly into the room.
I shoot him a look. "Hey if you're going to be mean, I'd be more than happy to eat your food for you,"
He leans over his plate protectively and I laugh. Everyone is downstairs eating by the time I got all the dishes washed and put away.
" Come and sit down Harry," Hermione calls over to me. I put the last of the dishes away and take my place.
As everyone finishes up, Mrs. Weasley leaves the room. She comes back with a couple of presents in her hand.
" These are for you," she says handing them to me.
" You really didn't have to buy me anything. I wasn't expecting…" I start.
" We know but it is your birthday after all," Mr. Weasley says.
I open the first present up slowly. I see the tag says it's from Ron. Inside is a whole book on the making of the Firebolt. I love it.
" Thanks mate," I say grinning.
The next present is from Hermione. It's a new shirt. It's a black and green striped. The thing I like the most about it is the rips up and down the sleeves with safety pins holding them together. It's perfect.
" Wow. Thanks 'Mione."
Next I get a box of things ranging from Skiving Snack boxes to prank wands from the twins. I thank them also.
The last present is from Mr. and Mrs. Weasley. A pair of dress robes. It is pitch black all over it. The cuffs, collar, and trim is red with black vines decorating it. .
"This is wonderful. I love it. Thank you," I say to them.
Just then, we see three owls heading for the Weasley house.
"Oh it must be your OWL scores," I begin to get nervous. The owls soar into the open window and go to the person with the respected letter. I untie my scores and slowly begin to open them. I feel my palms get sweaty.
Mr. Harry James Potter,
We would like to congratulate you on your outstanding OWL scores.
O- Outstanding P- Poor
E- Exceeds Expectations D- Dreadful
A- Acceptable T- Troll
ORDINARY WIZARDING LEVEL RESULTS
Transfiguration: E
Divination: P
Astronomy: E
Defense Against the Dark Arts: O
Potions: A
History of Magic: A
Care of Magical Creatures: O
Herbology: E
Charms: O
I am definitely happy with my results. I always knew that I would never pass Divanation or even History of Magic. But at least I had gotten three O's, which was great.
We all exchanged papers and it turns out that Ron got two O's in Care of Magical Creatures and Defense Against the Dark Arts. Hermione had done the best of us all with five O's in Ancient Runes, Muggle Studies, Defense Against The Dark Arts, Care Of Magical Creatures, and Transfiguration.
I go upstairs to put all my new things in my trunk after we have some cake that Mrs. Weasley made. I find Amity sitting on my bed playing with Hedwig. She is carrying not only an envelope but also a box. I read the letter first.
Harry,
Happy Birthday. I got you a little something. I do hope you like it. Did you get many presents from your friends? I cannot wait until Hogwarts, can you? It's getting closer every day and now we only have a month to wait. Sixth year should be fun.
Well, last night my father made me go out on a date with Pansy Parkinson. He doesn't know that I'm gay and I have no intention of telling him. I do think he would kill me if he ever found out. But anyway, we went out to this nice French restaurant and things were going well until Pansy had had too much to drink. Well, as you can imagine the date ended up with her throwing up all over my new shoes. Needless to say I threw those out and bought a new pair. I'm actually really happy about what happened. Because now my father won't pressure me into courting her anymore. But you know I am smitten with someone else… a certain Gryffindor with black hair and beautiful emerald eyes…
-Dragon
I smile slightly at the last sentence. I set the letter down and grab the box. It's wrapped in silver and green striped paper. I open it slowly as to not rip the paper. My eyes widen at what it was. It was a necklace. The necklace had a silver chain with a silver dragon hanging from it. The dragon is breathing fire which I'm assuming is real gold and it has emeralds for eyes. I touch it tenderly as if it is made of glass and will break at the slightest touch. It is one of the most beautiful things I have seen.
Dragon,
I cannot believe what you got me. It's not real is it? It must've cost a terrible amount of money. It is beautiful though. Thank you so much. It's the best present I've received this year.
Yeah, I can't wait until September first either. At least then I will know who you truly are.
Your date sounded…interesting, I guess is the word. I would've killed Parkinson. I wish I could kill her now but…would your father actually kill you? I hope not. It shouldn't matter that you're gay. Thanks for your (sort of) compliment…
-Harry
I send Amity off again when I am done. I decide that I cannot wear the necklace in front on Ron and Hermione so I put it back in the box and into my trunk. To make sure that it is safe, I wrap it up in my invisibility cloak.
I wander downstairs happily to see everyone sitting around the table, conversing with one another. I take my original seat.
"Did you put everything away?" Mrs. Weasley asks me.
I nod.
The remainder of the day was spent lazing around doing nothing. Which I must admit was quite nice for a change. I spent most of the day reading the Firebolt book that Ron got me.
So ends Chapter Four. And I actually made it longer! There was a change of plans so I will continue updating a chapter a day (or I might skip a day here and there but I'm sorry for that in advance. I'll try not to let that happen without a warning) Oh and just for the record, The thing with Ginny… Was just a fling. I was bored so I included it but who knows? I might make it of some significance later on.
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