Chapter Twenty-One

The Ball

Today was the ball. All girls were excited. He swore at least half the girls in school asked him.

Ginny and Hermione hadn't been seen all day. He knew they were probably getting ready. He couldn't wait to see Ginny.

It was about time for the Yule Ball. Harry put on his robes. He tried to flatten his hair, but gave up after the fifteenth try. He walked out of the bathroom, and was met by Ron.

Ron's robes were dark blue. White lined the outline. White thread hung from the sleeves. His shoes were dance ones.

"Nice, Ron." Harry said.

"You too, now we better go. We don't want to be late." Harry nodded. They were going to meet the girls in the entrance hall. They were only there for a couple minutes before Ginny and Hermione walked down the stairs.

Ginny hair was crimped, her blue robes shone brightly. Hermione's hair was straight. Her hood sat on her head.

Ron and Harry walked over to them.

"Ginny…" Harry was speechless. Ron stood gapping at Hermione.

"Hermione, you're the prettiest girl here." Hermione was blushing. Ginny looked at Harry, and kissed her cheeky.

"Hey, Cutie." Harry smiled at her.

"You look AWESOME, Gin." Ginny blushed too. Harry held his arm out, and Ginny took it. Ron did it also.

Then walked through the huge doors and walked into the Greathall. The hug tables were gone, and little table took there place. Ron, Hermione, Ginny, and Harry took one. Menus appeared. Harry assumed this was like the Yule Ball. He picked up his menu and ordered his food.

Soon, it was time to dance. The weird sisters were playing. The first song was slow and romantic. Harry stood up, and held his hand out.

"Would you like to dance?" Ginny brightened.

"Yes!" Ginny took his outstretched and they walked into the middle of the hall. Only two other couples were dancing. Ron and Hermione, and Draco and June. Everyone turned to watch them dance.

Harry did well for his second try at dancing. The next song was fast and fun. Harry twirled Ginny. After about a hour dancing there sat down.

Harry ordered a butterbeer. He drank it hurriedly. Hermione and Ron sat back down.

"Ron… You were pretty good." Hermione and Ron both had red faces.

"You too." Ron smiled at her.

After awhile Harry was beginning to sweat.

"Ginny, want to go for a walk?" She nodded. She took his arm, and he led her out.

They walked outside. The moon shone on them as they stood outside.

"Harry, do you know any spell to change my clothes to regular ones? Just so I can walk?" Harry nodded, and flicked his wand. Ginny's dress robes disappeared. A t-shirt and jeans replaced it. Harry did the same thing to himself.

They began to walk. Before, Harry knew what was happening, he was thrown backwards. He heard a cry of surprise, as Ginny fell down beside him.

Harry sat up, and looked over. Death Eaters were invading Hogwarts.

(A/N) I'm going to leave you in suspense for a bit! Lol! Hope you enjoy, please Read and Review.