Love Behind the Shadows

Chapter Ten: A Future Sealed

As Ginny entered the castle, she couldn't help the smile that faltered her lips. She was drenched, soaked down to the bone but, she could still feel the warm tingling in the pit of her stomach left from Draco's kiss. As her feet began the long trek back towards Gryffindor Tower, she twirled a red curl around her finger absentmindedly. Her thoughts consisted of only a platinum haired boy, and his ice blue eyes she found she could loose herself in within minutes. Ginny was so lost in her fantasies, that she didn't even hear the echoing footsteps charging towards her.

But, she wasn't too oblivious to notice the spark of light that lit up for a brief moment before her eyes. Her hazel orbs widened, and she ducked in a near by alcove. The steps gradually reached her, pausing at the alcove, Ginny's breathing quickened, and she pressed her slim figure against the wall; as if hoping to blend in with the stone. Then just when she thought her cover was blown, the steps carried away in the other direction. A sigh of relief passed through her pink lips, as she stepped from the dark alcove and continued on her way.

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Once inside the safety of Gryffindor's common room, Ginny fell back into the luxurious cushions of a couch, and closed her eyes. Her night had been an interesting one, and not only that but, the entire past week had been filled with mind boggling situations. Slowly but surely, she began to loose herself in a continuous replay of her previous hours with Draco. As the minutes passed, Ginny's eyes became heavy with sleep, alerting her body of just how tired she truly was.

Heaving herself up from the couch, Ginny sluggishly crawled up the stairs, and into her dorm. She had barely made it through the door and over to her bed, when her exhaustion overtook her and she fell limp on to the sheets.

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"And so class, I would like sum up this lesson with a word to the wise. Be cautious when attempting transfiguration," her gaze shot in the direction of Collin, as she continued. "As it can be disastrous if you, the student, are not completely knowledgeable on the subject." Professor McGonagall stated, finishing up her lesson.

The students took this as there signal to begin gathering their belongings and stowing away loose parchment. Ginny hurriedly shoved her ink bottle and quill into the bottomless pit she called a knapsack, when suddenly the bell rang out loud and clear. Her eyes widened for a moment, and she hastily shoved the rest of her items into the bag. Without a second glance back at her desk, she hurtled herself from the empty room, and continued on her way towards the dungeons.

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As Minerva McGonagall surveyed the room for any leftover mess from her previous class, she spotted a lone text book beneath one of the empty desks. Striding across the room, she snatched up the book, and opened it to the first page. 'Ginny Weasley' Was imprinted in long, curvy letters along the top of the page. Minerva shook her head, mumbling about 'Careless students' before, stowing the book away in her desk.

"Hopefully Miss Weasley will remember to come and fetch the book later on. Otherwise I'm left to fetch her myself." McGonagall muttered to herself, as she proceeded to clear the chalk board of old notes.

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Ginny scurried down the changing stair case, her right hand digging around in her knapsack, desperately trying to find her potions book. Her warm chocolate eyes were glazed with worry, as she hoped she hadn't left it in Transfiguration.

"Merlin, where are you?" she whispered, her steps coming to a complete halt.

Tearing the bag open, she peered inside. Much to her dismay, she had in fact left the text book in Transfiguration. Heaving a sigh, she clasped her bag shut, and spinning around she ran off in the direction of her lost book. Her pace was rhythmic, and well kept, never was a slow stride made. Finally she reached her destination, and flung herself into the classroom.

Unfortunately it was empty, which meant Ginny was going to have to find the book by herself. Her eyes shot in all directions, hoping to catch a glimpse of the book. When nothing of interest was found, she briskly walked to McGonagall's desk and proceeded to dig around in its contents.

"Gods!" she shrieked as her hand met that of a hard surface

Ginny smiled as she clutched her prize in hand. Then spinning on heel she raced from the room towards Potions.

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As Ginny rounded a corner, she heard the bell ring out loudly. Grief washed over her, 'Bloody hell, I'm so dead!' she thought miserably. Picking up her pace, she sped around yet another bend but, much to her surprise she wasn't the only one wandering the corridors. A particular platinum blonde was also sauntering along the hall … and once again, Ginny was surprised he had company.

"Draco, the Dark Lord will not approve of your defiance! You must act as you are told!" Snape hissed angrily at the boy.

"Oh, as you have?" Draco spat. "You-"

"I am nothing but a loyal servant to the Dark Lord, and you should follow in my footsteps!" Snape sneered, his lips a thin line.

"Follow in your footsteps? Why? So I can it can lead me to my death! I will not-"

"Draco, I'm warning you. The Dark Lord does not take kindly to those who disobey him." He warned a painful look to his gleaming eyes.

"Disobey?" Draco raised a brow. "You mean those who have a mind of there own!"

Ginny's eyes were wide as she listened to the Slytherin's comments. She couldn't believe her ears, it was impossible! Draco couldn't be-no he just couldn't!

Snape sighed, aggravated. "Draco, your mind is clouded with useless thoughts. Besides, do you not have the mark, which clearly states-"

"I know what it bloody well states! I'm not a fool!" The blonde spat hotly

The Professor smirked. "Well then, I don't need to tell you anymore then, do I?"

Draco scowled, angrier than ever. "No, you do not."

Professor Snape turned on heel, and headed off down the hall but, then suddenly he stopped and turned back to the fuming Slytherin.

"Oh, and Draco …"

Draco raised a brow skeptically.

"We have a meeting tonight, and I advise that you not to be late this time" he said informingly.

Draco huffed angrily, pulling a hand through his hair but, said nothing.

Ginny remained fixed against the wall, her breathing rapid gasps of air. She was in a state of shock; Draco a death eater? The words seemed impossible now but, would they have a week ago? Would Ginny have been as shocked as she was now, if she had found out before there love façade had begun? She shuddered at the thought. 'Merlin … what have I gotten myself into?' she thought.

Slowly she attempted to turn around and leave without a sound. But, much to her dismay a squeak of her shoe let out like a siren, causing Draco's gaze to flicker in her direction almost immediately. His icy blue eyes bore into her chocolate brown orbs, with such passion and pain Ginny couldn't bare to hold his gaze. Hurriedly she turned her head, and began walking in the other direction.

As she stepped over the cold stone quickly she couldn't help but wonder whether or not he was going to chase after her, after all she had just heard probably his biggest secret. Suddenly the sound of another set of feet racing across the floor split through the silence and the next thing Ginny knew she was pushed up against his chest.

"Ginny it's not what you think." He said frantically

The red head looked down, her eyes glistening. "It's not? So your not a death eater then?" she questioned acidly.

Draco sighed, his grip on her wrists tightening. "Well, yes that I am. But, I never wanted to be! I-"

"If you really didn't want to become what you are, you would have fought!" Ginny raged, tears brimming the outskirts of her eyes. "You would have-"

Draco yanked her forward, her body flush against his. "Don't you dare talk to me about fighting. You have no idea what hell I went through …"

Ginny's eyes darted, before gazing up into two pools of blue. "So, you have the mark then?" she questioned bravely.

His reaction was rather harsh, the way he dropped her hands suddenly, as if they were diseased. "That's none of your business." He stated coldly.

"Fine then, I see no reason to stay. Goodbye Malfoy."

Draco cringed at the name, and before he knew it she was walking away from him, as if he was nothing. His blood boiled, and his hand shot out, encircling her waist.

"No reason, eh? I'll give you a reason." Draco stated smirking.

He needed solstice; he was dying to kiss her lush pink lips once more, it was the only thing that seemed to calm him.

"Draco I-"

But, she couldn't finish because just as she spoke Draco's lips slid onto hers covering them with a passionate kiss. Ginny's eyes fluttered closed, as she endured such lust her knees began to buckle. Draco's hands slipped onto her hips, cradling her as he continued to kiss her senseless.

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A/N: Well, that was short! Sorry about that guys but, hey it's gonna get better! Besides, I already went over the top by making them kiss! Hehe Just kidding, I wanted them to kiss as much as you all did! Anyway, hope you enjoyed the chapter! Please review! THANKS!