Disclaimer : J.K.Rowling is the author of Harry Potter, it's not me…tough I wish it would be…

Two hours later, two very pleased looking Gryffindors made their way to the Great Hall, where they were to meet their dates.

'So' Harry said to his companion 'you and Hermione are finally going out, then?'

Ron blushed crimson and whispered 'We're not going out. Well, not exactly…she just said she needed someone to go to Hogsmeade with her. She never said anything about liking me or anything…'

Harry chuckled at Ron's embarrassment. 'You know, I don't think she is quite immune to your charms…' he said.

'You think so?' Ron looked quite hopeful, actually, and Harry had a stinging feeling. This is just a dare…But what f it isn't? What if me and Hermione really like our dates? Shaking is head, he thought Nah, it's impossible. Well, Hermione, maybe, but me? No way!

As they turned the corner, he heard Ron gasp, and he looked to see what was it that had his friend's attention, only to find himself staring open-mouthed too.

Hermione and Ginny were talking in a corner near the Great Hall, the latter laughing at something her friend said.

God, she looks gorgeous, Harry thought to himself. Ginny's flamboyant hair was let loose on her shoulders, cascading in small waves on her back. She was wearing a pale blue top that showed just the right curves and a pair of blue jeans.

Harry was amazed. How come I didn't notice how beautiful she is until now? Then, scolding himself, he said Oh, come on, she's Ron's sister. I can' possibly be feeling anything for her, can I?

Ron was having quite the same thoughts about his date, though it was much easier for him to sort out his feelings for her.

Hermione had her hair tied in a high ponytail, with a few locks falling in her eyes. She was wearing a red top similar to Ginny's and a pair of black jeans.

Ron took a deep breath, trying to calm down his beating heart, while thinking Merlin, I think I'm falling in love.

Both the girls felt that they were being watched –more like stared at –and turned around towards the boys, smiling at their bewildered expressions.

Surprisingly, Ron was the first to recover, and he smiled back to Hermione. Then, he gave a light push to Harry 'Come on, mate, can't wait the ladies waiting.'

Harry shook his head and nodded weakly.

They walked towards the girls.

'Hello, boys', Hermione spoke first.

'Hi, Hermione' Ron and Harry saluted. Then towards Ginny, Harry said 'Ginny? You ready?'

Ron's sister nodded, blushing slightly as Harry offered her his arm. Ron did the same to Hermione, tough they seemed much more at ease than Harry and Ginny. The two couples then walked towards Hogsmeade.

AT HOGSMEADE…

The stopped in the middle of the road, uncertain of where to go.

'So…' Ginny asked the others 'Where to?'

Harry was about to suggest they all go to The Three Broomsticks, but Hermione beat him to it.

'Well, I was actually thinking on going at library to check out some books, then perhaps going shopping. Ron, would you come with me?', she asked her date, doing her best puppy eyes.

Ron didn't hesitate one bit, he didn't even care he was letting his sister with his best friend. Alone. In Hogsmeade. 'Sure', he answered.

Hermione then turned to their friends, ignoring Harry's glaring look and Ginny's pleading one. 'Why don't you two go check out the Quidditch articles?'

The two immediately looked pleased, and, after sharing a look, nodded. Hermione then added, looking at her watch, 'We an meet at Three Broomsticks in…three hours, let's say?'

When everyone nodded their agreement, she looked to Ron and said 'Shall we?', then disappeared into the crowd with him.

Ginny looked at Harry, tugging on his arm. 'Come on! I want to check out the new broomstick. I heard it's ten times faster than the Firebolt. And the best part is, you can try it at the store.'

Harry looked a bit surprised, but then grinned happily. 'Okay, let's go.'

The store wasn't too far away from where they had initially stood, and Harry and Ginny hurried inside, escaping the blazing sun. (a/n sorry I forgot to mention this, this story is taking place by the end of September…it's actually the last week of September).

They took a look at the old Quidditch articles, stopping to admire old models of Firebolts and Nimbuses.

Then, Ginny gasped. Harry turned around, fearing an attack or something, only to see Ginny staring at something. As he stepped closer, he saw the new broomstick Ginny had told him about.

The Firebolt777.

Speed ten times faster than the actual Firebolt, brown –almost black –handle and impressive agility.

Harry heard Ginny whisper 'Now that's a broomstick', and he turned around to see her eyes sparkling with delight.

A fond smile spread on his lips.

'Want to try it?' he asked her.

Ginny turned towards him a very surprised look. 'W-what?' she asked, never breaking eye contact.

Harry grinned as he took her by the hand and with is other hand took the broomstick. The salesperson approached them, eyeing them greedily.

'We want to try it', Harry said.

The salesperson looked doubtful 'Well, I'm not sure if you're allowed.'

Harry silenced her by paying ten Galleons, then exiting the store. He held the broomstick for Ginny, who mounted it first, looking as if she didn't quite believe it. Then, Harry mounted behind her, holding with a hand onto the broomstick, and with the other on her waist.

Finally, they left the ground, watching as it slowly distanced.

Once in the air, Harry left the controls to Ginny, who began piloting it quite knowingly. They did a few turns around the village, watched the beautiful sight of Hogwarts in the distance, then prepared to land.

A few minutes later, they landed and Ginny turned to Harry with a huge grin on her face. Before realizing what she was doing, she stood on her tiptoes and kissed him, blushing when –after a moment of surprise – Harry responded back.

They pulled away a few instants later, both grinning.

Harry handed the salesperson –who had waited for them by the door –the broom, and then, without as much as a second glance to it, took Ginny's hand and walked towards The Three Broomsticks, where –after ordering two butterbeers –they waited for Ron and Hermione.

After leaving Harry and Ginny, Ron was dragged by Hermione in the nearest clothes store.

There, Hermione tried on several outfits, most of them dresses for the upcoming Winter Ball at Hogwarts, while Ron watched her and occasionally gave his opinion.

Finally, after about two hours of exhausting shopping, Hermione and Ron exited the store, only to enter in the closest library five minutes later.

As Hermione hurried to the novels section, Ron made it to the Quidditch books, where he checked on several ones, including 'How to hit a bludger in ten different kinds' and 'The history of Quidditch'.

Finally getting bored, he went to look for Hermione. He spotted her in one of the rows, trying to get to a high shelf.

He leaned on the opposite side, and, after a few minutes of silence, asked.

'What are you doing, Mione?'

'Oh, hey Ron.' She blushed a little. 'Um… Would you mind getting that book for me?' she asked him, pointing to the said book.

Ron –who was a taller than Hermione –only needed to extend his hand and he got the book.

As he handed it to Hermione, he observed that they were dangerously close. Without being able to stop himself, he leaned closer and hesitantly brushed his lips against hers, relaxing when Hermione answered him.

A few moments later, they slowly pulled apart, eyes shining of happiness.

'So' Ron asked her 'I guess we're dating now?'

Hermione seemed to think of it for a moment, then answered grinning 'Yeah, I guess we are.'

After paying the books she had selected, Hermione took Ron's hand and they both headed for The Three Broomsticks to meet their friends.

Hours later, after several butterbeers, the four headed towards Hogwarts, the couples hand it hand, for a well deserved sleep.

Ron and Harry kissed their girlfriends goodnight, then climbed to the boys dormitories and immediately fell asleep.

The last thing Harry saw before falling in a dreamless sleep was Ginny's smiling face.

Hum…they're together…life is pink….and they lived happily ever after…NOT! grinning evilly. I'm not done with story yet…A few bumps along the road may be in order…Love prevails all, you say? I wonder if it's true….

Well, this is the 4th chapter. I guess you've earned it…I want all of you to know that I'm grateful for your reviews and that I'm waiting at least 7 of them (reviews) for this chapter.

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