A week had passed. It was now time for their match. Harry was nervous, but it was more about letting Oliver down, than the rest of the school. Match 1 of the year was Gryffindor vs. Slytherin. All eyes were on Gryffindor for the win.
All the teachers made it easier too. Flitwick kept giving Hermione points for any burst of information she blurted out. Neville got loads in Herbology for saving a plant that Draco knocked over. Snape was taking points away like wildfire, but the other professors were making up for that and then some.
Every night was bittersweet. An hour of quidditch was followed by a shower together. A heavy snog. A moonlit walk back to the castle. And then a good snog before bed. Oliver was getting a bit crazy with his practices, but he had something up his sleeve. A timeturner. Helga had given it to him to keep up with his studies, quidditch, sleep, and their mission. And so far it had proven helpful. Many of the teachers, especially Snape were surprised with the recent improvement in Oliver. Oliver only used it on himself. For he promised Helga. And he had to do many things alone.
Katie seemed to have gotten over most of it. But she was going out with Cormac McLaggen. She however did not know that his true intention was getting into Wood's good graces so he could become reserve keeper.
Their days were improving. The whole troll thing on Halloween had created the Golden Trio. Hermione and Ron were glad to have him back, but had also got a lot done while Harry was away.
The day before the match Oliver went off to talk to Ryan, Leanne's older brother, a seventh year Hufflepuff. Harry went outside with Ron and Hermione. The jam jar with a blue flame kept them nice and warm. Harry and Ron had grown to appreciate Hermione. The three couldn't see how they lived without each other for two months.
Snape took five points from Gryffindor for Harry taking Quidditch Through the Ages outside. When Harry tried to get the book back but soon learned that Snape had tried to get past the three-headed dog on Halloween. And then Hagrid spilt the beans. And the Golden Trio had more on their mind than the impending match.
Harry found Oliver asleep in their bed. Percy was off with Penelope or in one of the other dorms. They never did care. Oliver however left a note. There were candles burning around the room and soothing music was playing.
Harry,
Hope this helps. Sorry if I fall asleep. I know you can do it. Hope you worked out the last of your nerves. I always find music and candles help. If all else fails I have a copy of Quidditch Through the Ages at my desk.
Love, Oliver.