Slow Dancing

A/N: Yeah, Here's a new chapter! I've had little free time what with school and such, but yeah, I have gotten a chapter. So I hope you like it, and please, Reviewing is only a crime when you don't do it. Thank you.

"To be fond of dancing was a certain step towards falling in love"

Ginny woke the next morning to find her dorm filled with the light of the sun. Her roommates were snoozing delightfully for yesterday's event was a major one. Ginny slowly climbed out of her bed and placed her feet on the floor. Sitting on her bed, she searched to see what time it was. By the time on the clock on her desk, it was 8:23. Ginny stood and walked to the bathroom. She took a quick shower, got clothed, put her hair up in a slightly messy pony tail, and made her way to the Great Hall.

On her way down, she passed one or two students now and then. They smiled and said "Hi." She walked through the doors of the Great Hall. She took a seat and began to pick at food, and place then on her plate. She ate slowly, for the rush of classes were gone (for now) and she had all the time in the world. Well, not really. She had a few hours before she would meet Draco.

She finished her food and retreated to her room. Once inside, she rummaged through her trunk to find something to wear. She pulled together a nice outfit. Some dark blue jeans, a striped turtleneck shirt, jean jacket and some black shoes. She looked so casual, almost muggle-like. She looked at the clock and saw it was around 10:30 and she had some time to spare. She decided she'd go down to the library and catch up on some reading.

She made her way from the dormitory down to the common room. She was humming as she walked down the steps. She stopped when she glanced at the table in the corner of the room. Laying there was the book from the night before. She walked by and quickly ignored it. She went through the hall and got to the library. She took a seat inside and searched for a book in the pile on the desk. When she looked through it, one book seemed to stand the most. And when taking a better look at it, Ginny saw that the book was the same one she'd seen earlier in the common room. Freaked, but curious, Ginny opened the book to a random page…

"Love is an emotion not many experience. Love changes the darkness into light and makes the heart fell weightless and grow wings and fly. Being understanding and tolerant in one's differences is the fuel to the fire of long lasting love. You must love till it hurts. Real love is always painful and hurts, and then it is real and pure. Love cures people; both the one who gives it and the one who receives it. A man may rule the world with a fortune for a time, but with love and kindness, he may rule the forever…"
When she had finished she closed the book. She thought hard about the meaning of this passage. She slowly placed it down and checked her watch. She had an about less than an hour, so she decided to look through the stacks of books in the library. Her eyes feel upon Hermione's favorite book, Hogwarts: a History. She quickly read though pages before she closed the book and left the library.

Meanwhile…

Draco, too, was getting ready. Draco felt a little woozy thinking about his rendezvous with Ginny. He hadn't known why he was so nervous. He picked out a casual look of wardrobe and fixed his hair and his clothes. He scanned himself in the mirror, adjusted his appearance and headed off to the entrance of the Great Hall.

He looked at his watch and saw it was 15 minutes till noon and he continued walking down the corridor to the hall.

5 minutes to noon, Ginny was waiting in time just to see Draco emerge from the shadows. He walked up to her and she stood up. When he reached her, he took a hold of her hands and gave her a light peck on the cheek.

"Hello, Ginny." He said.

Ginny was once again, blushing.

"Hello." She replied.

"Well, we're both here before noon… so I guess we can go on with the day."

Ginny nodded lightly. Draco led the way outside the halls holding Ginny's hand. She blushed ever so slightly.

On their way out, they took a strolled around the lake and grounds for a few hours. The grounds were quiet and the air breezy and cool. Sweet fragrances filled their noses and the closed in on the beautiful budded flowers that noon. Time to time they would lightly bump each other, chuckled and smiled.

"Hey Ginny, you want to go to Hogsmeade? Maybe get some snacks or drinks?"

"Oh, sure, I'd like that."

And with that, they were off…

They arrived at Hogsmeade near four thirty, due to walking slow and enjoying the scenery.

The reached The Three Broomsticks a few minutes later.

"Come on." Draco said, and he lead her inside.

The found some seats near the corner of the room.

"What would you like?" Draco asked Ginny.

"Oh, a butterbeer would be fine." She said and he left to get drinks.

Ginny looked around in the small hub. It wasn't very empty and groups of friends were all around. The lighting was a little low and soft, gentle music was playing. Ginny sighed. She was here with Draco Malfoy. It was hardly believable. Ginny then turned her attention to a group of boys who had just taken notice of her. One boy in particular turned frequently to look at her. Ginny foolishly turned away.

Just then the boy stood up and made his way to Ginny.

"Excuse me, my name is Thomas. I couldn't help but notice you here. What's your name?" he asked.

"Um… my name is er… Ginny." She muttered.

"Well Ginny I have to say you're very beautiful." He said

"Oh, thank you." She blushed.

"Hello." Draco greeted as he approached her with two butterbeers at hand.

"Who's this?" Draco asked, taking notice of Thomas.

"Draco, this is Thomas." Ginny said.

"Hello." Draco said again, firmly shaking the hand of Thomas.

"Hi." Thomas replied.

"Why are you here?"

"Draco, don't be so rude." Ginny butted in.

"No, no it's alright." Thomas said. "I didn't know she was accompanied by her boyfriend."

"Oh no, he's not my boyfriend!" Ginny implied. Draco flinched.

"Oh. Well, since he is not you're boyfriend, could I interest you in a dance?" Thomas asked.

Ginny glanced at Draco. "Draco, is it alright?"

"Go ahead, no need to ask me."

"Thank you." Ginny said and followed Thomas into the center of the room to dance.

Draco sat down, butterbeers in hand. He placed Ginny's down on the table and took a sip of his.

He found himself talking quietly… to himself.

You can dance, every dance with the guy
Who gives you the eye, let him hold you tight

He took a look at the two and saw her smile.

You can smile-every smile for the man
Who held your hand neath the candlelight
But don't forget who's takin' you home
And in whose arms you're gonna be
So darlin' save the last dance for me
Oh I know that the music's fine
Like sparklin' wine, go and have your fun
Laugh and sing, but while we're apart
Don't give your heart to anyone
But don't forget who's takin' you home
And in whose arms you're gonna be
So darlin' save the last dance for me
Baby don't you know I love you so


Can't you feel it when we touch
I will never, never let you go
I love you oh so much

Draco watched them as they talked a little and still danced.

You can dance, go and carry on
Till the night is gone
And it's time to go
If he asks if you're all alone
Can he take you home, you must tell him no
'Cause don't forget who's taking you home
And in whose arms you're gonna be
So darling, save the last dance for me


'Cause don't forget who's taking you home
And in whose arms you're gonna be
So darling, save the last dance for me
Save the last dance for me
Save the last dance for me.

When the music slowed and finished Ginny and the boy parted and Ginny walked back to Draco.

"Have fun?" Draco asked.

"Yeah, it was pleasant." She replied.

"So you want to dance?" He asked her.

"Yeah, sure!" She said a little too anxiously.

"He chuckled and took her hand and lead her onto the dance floor.

a/n: So Thanks guys, that was Save the Last Dance For Me By Michael Buble, but there must be other artists so yeah.. Bye!