Hermione was suddenly awakened from her hard sleep. She was ripped from the most beautiful dream in the world. She dreamed of a beautiful meadow with innumerable flowers of different colors. She walked among them and smelled them, until she saw a tall figure in the distance, standing with a bouquet of red roses in her hands. She felt she knew her, but she couldn't remember where from, couldn't recognize her. She moved towards the mysterious person when she was very close ... She woke up. Ginny's scream awakened the young witch, who, confused and scared by the situation, fell from her chair. During the fall, she hit her head quite hard on the table standing next to the seat. She immediately grabbed her and groaned in pain. Terrified, Fred ran up to the girl and helped her up. To make sure she was okay, he hugged her against his body. The stunned brown haired girl did not react to the actions of the redhead, she tried to keep it straight on the feet. All the time, it seemed to her that everything was revolving around.
F: Hermione! Are you OK?
He: You don't have to worry. All good. (She felt dizzy. The girl almost fell over).
G: Sorry, I didn't mean to scare you.
La: Really, we didn't notice that you were asleep. We're sorry!
G: Come on, I'll take you to the Hospital Wing.
He: No! Relax, I'm better now. What were you trying to tell me?
G: It doesn't matter now.
He: Please tell me! I'm curious.
G: Oh! All right! Lav and I just heard that Dumbledore has agreed to hold a masquerade Christmas this year! It is to be combined with a great feast.
La: It will take place the day before the start of the winter break. Everyone over the age of three takes part. We are to dress elegantly and put on fancy masks.
F: And it was so important that you had to scare Hermione ?! (He asked furiously).
La: We really didn't notice that he was asleep. Anyway, what do you care about her so much ?! Find an empty bitch and run after it, and leave our Hermione alone!
G: (Fred was about to say something, but Ginny was interrupting him). Sorry, Hermione again! Are you sure you don't need to go to Mrs. Pomfrey? (Hermione nodded her head no). Okay then, come to the dormitory. You go to bed and I'll get you some tea from the kitchen.
He: Take it easy Ginny. I'm fine. I will go to the dormitory myself, but in a moment I have to get my books. Go ahead, I'll be right there.
G: Are you sure? Maybe I can help you?
He: You shouldn't! Go and I'll be right there.
Ginny was reluctant to move towards her dormitory. She didn't want to leave her friend alone. She had remorse that she had hurt her. She was so happy with the ball that she did not pay attention to what the girl was doing. She wanted to share great news right away. Due to the late hour, most of the people in the common room followed in the redhead's footsteps. It was a very long day for the students and everyone wanted to sleep. He stayed, only Fred with Hermione, whom he helped pick up the books from the floor. After a moment's reflection, the redhead said that with such a lot of literature, ones could fill more than one library.
George watched the situation for a moment from landing. All the time, he thought about his girlfriend's words. He was afraid that she might be right and that Fred would not be able to commit to a long-term relationship. He wasn't afraid for Hermione, as he knew he could handle any bitch who wanted to disrupt her happiness, but what about his clone? He was never steady in feelings. He was worried about him and what could happen. Angelina snapped him out of his thoughts and asked if he was okay. The boy nodded to the girl and kissed her on the lips. He then went to his dormitory, but his thoughts were still on one topic. He decided to talk to his brother about it in his free time. He wanted to make sure he was ready for a real relationship, and most importantly, he wouldn't hurt Hermione.
F: Are you sure you are okay? You're not looking your best. You're very pale, Baby.
He: Yes! I'm sure. You do not need to worry. (When she tried to bend down, she felt dizzy again. The redhead grabbed her in his arms at the last moment).
F: I can see how good it is. Come on, let's go to Madam Pomfrey. No talking! Let's go!
He: No! Fred, you don't need to panic, I will sit in my chair for a while and go to the dormitory. (She sat down in the armchair).
F: Somehow I don't believe you. You should go to the nurse!
He: Merlin! Fred! I'm fine! I'll sit here for a while, and I'll go to sleep, and you go to the dormitory and don't worry about me!
F: You are stubborn like a donkey! (He covered the girl tightly with a blanket).
He: Thank you, Fred. Since you've taken care of me, you can go to sleep.
F: You must be kidding! I will not leave you alone! It is not possible!
He: But ... (Interrupting her).
F: There is none, but! I will go to the kitchen for herbal tea, and you sit back and wait for me, Little one.
Fred left the Common Room quickly. He went to the kitchen and asked Dobby to make two herbal teas. He talked briefly with the friendly house elf. After receiving the teas, he headed back to the Gryffindor's Common Room. At the same time, Hermione tried to get up from her chair and go back to her dormitory. Unfortunately, the moment she stood on her feet, she felt dizzy again. She did not know why this was happening. She must have hit her head harder than she thought. After a short moment for the brown haired girl, the redhead returned with mugs of hot tea. He put them on the bench, then tried to squeeze between the girl and the back of the chair. He did it because the seat was large enough to accommodate two people without any problems. He handed Hermione a mug of steaming tea, and he tried to hug her gently to the girl, who was shocked by Fred's behavior. However, she did not react, as she was very comfortable.
F: (He brought the girl closer to him so that she had to finally rest her head on his shoulder). And how are you better?
He: A little. (She replied, not sure. She was embarrassed, and at the same time her body felt pleasant warmth). Thank you for taking care of me. You really didn't have to. You could just let go and go to sleep.
F: I never let go. Remember that Granger!
He: (She laughed gently). You're impossible Weasley! How am I getting along with you?
F: I don't know, Baby! I think it's that inner gift.
They both wanted to talk about the situation at today's barrier, however they were afraid and therefore kept silent. They didn't speak for a long time, but it wasn't a bad silence. On the contrary, they felt very well. Hermione felt a feeling of security and happiness in Fred's arms. She had the feeling that no other arms could do that for her. And his perfumes, which she loved so much, stimulated her senses. In fact, she was shocked that she allowed him to be so close, but on the other hand, she realized that the redhead would not give up. And they almost kissed. She greatly regretted that Snape had entered the room. She would taste his mouth again, but this time he would be sober and not feel the mixture of nicotine and Fire Whiskey, only the real taste of his raspberry lips. She would like it to be like that more often.
Fred was afraid to make any sudden movement. He didn't want her to get away from him. He had waited so long to be close to her, and today he experienced it a second time. He tried not to destroy it. Despite everything, he was happy to be in his arms and to cuddle up to him with a smile on her face. He had long wondered if Hermione had forgiven him for all the harm he had done to her. They didn't know that Ginny was watching them from the landing, who was worried about her friend because she didn't come back to the room for a long time. She was looking at them with a smile on her face. She cheered for them a lot. She hoped that someday they would be a happy couple and that her brother would change.
F: Hermione ... (He started hesitantly). Can I ask you a question?
He: Sure, but what?
F: (He asked in a low voice). Have you forgiven me for everything I did to you?
He: (She was silent at first, and the boy looked at her terrified). I think so, I forgave you, but I didn't trust you.
F: Why? What can I do to make you trust me?
He: To forgive is always easier, worse with trust takes time. You don't have to do anything to rebuild trust, just keep yourself from hurting me again.
F: I'll never hurt you, and you're right, time is the best medicine. (He smiled gently).
He: I'll go, sleep now. (She got up from the chair, and the redhead released her reluctantly). Good night, Fred. Thank you for your help.
F: You can always count on me. Come on, I'll escort you to the dormitory.
Fred held Hermione's hand as he walked her to the dormitory. As a goodbye, he kissed her cheek, at which the brown-haired girl blushed, and he sincerely smiled. They looked deeply into each other's eyes.
F: Good night, Hermione. Have a good night.
He: Good night, Fred. Thank you again.
The boy walked away towards his room, pleased with himself. She forgave him for all the wrongs, and in addition they got closer to each other. It was like a dream. The redhead could not fall asleep for a long time, only thought about the beautiful brown haired girl. Hermione entered the dormitory with a huge smile on her face. She couldn't even stop. After a short shower, as she went to bed, she found the letter.
I apologize once again for waking you so abruptly. I hope that you feel better. Forgive me for not waiting for you, but I was very tired. I saw that my brother took great care of you. You have to tell me everything. Ginny
The girl smiled, even more, at the memories from before. It was so wonderful that it was impossible to describe. She fell asleep very quickly from exhaustion. She dreamed of her meadow and flowers again, and she also met a mysterious figure, but this time Hermione managed to approach him. Unfortunately, she was unable to recognize him because he was wearing a black mask with a red stripe. The mysterious boy handed her a bouquet of red roses, when the young witch accepted the flowers, the scenery changed. They found themselves in a great hall during the Christmas ball. They danced slowly, the two of them separated by a short distance. The song ended, and the mysterious figure kissed the Gryffindor girl passionately. At first, they could not tear themselves away from each other, but when they move away from each other. The boy takes off his mask, and Hermione recognizes him...