Last time, Harry stopped Icy, Darcy and Stormy Trix from killing Bloom. Max fought Darcy so he could take The Box from her and destroy it. Darcy countered by unleashing a spell that had the same effect as a Dementor attack. Harry and the D.A. used their Patronus charms to defend themselves, but soon Harry was the only one left standing. Just as it seemed like the end, Ginny appeared. And now, on with the show!
Chapter 30: Harry and Ginny, Soul Mates?
"Face it," sneered Darcy, "You're all alone." "He's not alone!" shouted a voice from Harry's left. He turned. There was Ginny, looking more beautiful than ever. And emitting from her wand was a tiger Patronus. As she got closer to Harry, both her and Harry's Patronus began to pulse. "What is this?" sneered Darcy, "Another would-be hero?" "For your information," said Ginny, "I'm his girlfriend. Now get out of my way!" Her Tiger Partonus shoved Darcy aside, as Ginny rushed to Harry. "Are you alright?" she asked. "I'm fine." Replied Harry. "I'm more than fine, now that you're here."
They were so intent on each other, they didn't notice their Patronus's were pulsing brighter. "What are you doing?" exclaimed Darcy, "Stop it!" "I had to come back." Said Ginny. "I felt that you needed me." "I guess I did." The pulsation of the two Patronus's increased. Meanwhile, the darkness began to dissipate. "No! Stop it!" exclaimed Darcy. She was really panicking by now.
With the darkness fading, everyone who collapsed woke up. "What happened?' asked Ron. "Look!" exclaimed Hermione. She was pointing at Harry and Ginny. "What's Ginny doing here?" asked Ron in a mixture of surprise and confusion. "Not that," said Hermione, "Look at their Patronus's." "What about them?" asked Ron. "They're pulsating." Said Hermione. "What does that mean?' asked Ron. "It means that Harry and Ginny are soul mates."
The light from the Patronus's increased. "Stop it!" pleaded Darcy, "I can't stand the light!" Finally, the darkness had completely disappeared. With it, Harry's and Ginny's Patronus dissipated. This caused Icy and Stormy, who were watching the whole time, to snap back to reality. "What did you do to her?" exclaimed Icy. She and Stormy rushed over to Darcy, who had fell to the ground, her hands covering her eyes.
"My eyes!" cried Darcy, "I can't see!" "You are so going to pay for this!" exclaimed Stormy as she and Icy turned to face Harry. "If you want Harry," said Ginny, "You'll have to go through me first!" "And if you want Ginny," said Harry, "You'll have to go through me!" "Gladly!" said Icy.
"Not so fast!" Standing behind Icy and Stormy was a tall woman in her mid twenties. She had shoulder length dark brown hair. She spoke in a light German accent, and wore light-brown gloves. Harry noticed that she wore a tan jacket with the Rambler symbol on it, but the flag on it was a German one. "Who the f#ck are you?" spat Stormy. "Maria Van Helsing at your service." Said Maria with a slight bow. "Well if you're looking for trouble," said Stormy, "You've found it." "Yes, but before we try to kill each other," said Maria, who then pulled out a small bottle of what looked like ordinary water, "I've got a question: Do you like apples?"
Stormy was a little taken aback at this strange question. "I guess so." She said. Maria flicked open the bottle and splashed Stormy with the water in her right eye. The thunder Warlock screamed in agony as her face started to smoke. "How do you like them apples?" asked Maria vindictively. Stormy fell to the ground, convulsing in agony.
Icy ran over to Stormy. "What did she do to you?" she asked. "It burns!" screamed Stormy. Icy then faced Maria. "You are so dead." Said the Ice Warlock. "I don't think so." Replied Maria. She then pulled out a silver crucifix. At the sight of the cross, Icy's face lit up in shear terror. "Put that thing away!" she cried. "Foul creature!" exclaimed Maria, "Go back to the pit you were spawned from!" Maria then advanced towards Icy. Icy backed away in fear.
"I cast you back to hell!" exclaimed Maria, "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit!" By this time, Darcy had recovered somewhat. She was kneeling beside Stormy. Darcy then looked up and saw the crucifix. "Let's get out of here!" exclaimed Icy. "No argument from me!" cried Darcy. She grabbed Stormy's hand and they both teleported away. "You're so gonna pay for this!" said Icy, pointing at Maria. She then turned toward Harry. "And you, I'll be back for you!" she said before teleporting out.
"Cowards." Said Maria as she returned her crucifix to the pocket. Out of another pocket, she pulled out a large cigar and a lighter. She lit up her cigar. "Excuse me," said Harry, "But are you one of the Ramblers?" "I am," replied Maria, who then took a large puff. "What was that stuff you splashed Stormy with?" asked Harry. "Holy water."
"You're late." Said Max who had walked over. "An exorcist is never late." Said Maria. "Nor is she early. She arrives exactly when she is needed." Maria took another puff on her cigar. "I thought you were going to quit." Said Max. "I only smoke one a day." Replied Maria. "Still," said Max, "If a demon doesn't kill you, those logs of sh$t you smoke shall."
Max then turned to face Harry and Ginny. "Thanks," said Max, "I owe you one." Soon the rest of the Ramblers showed up. "Where were you?' asked Jill. "You know," said Maria, "The usual: Demonic Possessions." "Hey Maria," said Steve, "What's up?" "Chicken Butt." Replied Maria blandly. Steve then burst into sudden laughter. "Oh that's a good one, a classic." "Yeah a classic," Virgil muttered, "In like the third grade."
"Ginny!" exclaimed Ron, "What are you doing here? I thought you were going to wait." "I've waited long enough." Replied Ginny. She turned to Harry. "Are you mad that I'm here?" "Why would I be mad with you?" "Well, you were going on about Voldemort using me to get to you." "Ginny?" asked Harry. "Yes?" "Shut up and kiss me." "I'd thought you'd never ask."
They embraced and kissed. "Oh get a room you two." Said Ron. Meanwhile, Hermione was looking agitated. "Hermione, what's wrong?" asked Neville. "Oh, I can't take it anymore!" exclaimed Hermione as she flung her arms around Ron and kissed him. Ron was surprised at first, but soon returned Hermione's affections. Just then, there were cheers and applause from the D.A. "All right Ron!" exclaimed Seamus. "You go Hermione!" exclaimed Parvarti Patil. "It's about time those two got together." Said Dean. Meanwhile, Lavender Brown looked like she was about to lay an egg. All Harry could do was smile. Ginny smiled and said, "You bloody hypocrite!"
The end of chapter 30. Next chapter, the specialists and the rest of the Winx Club finally arrive. One more thing: Does anyone know what month Ginny was born in? It's important that I find out, it'll help the story. Please read and review. See you next time!
