A/N: Who says I can't update this after Christmas? The pairings are George/Luna (unrequited), Luna/Krum, Hermione/Fred, and Ron/food I suppose? This takes place in the fourth book. A/N: I don't own Harry Potter. JK Rowling does. This was written for the Open Category II Competition, and the Great Maze Challenge.

George had been unusually quiet on Christmas Eve, even when the twins started getting ready for the Yule Ball.

Fred fixed his tie again and glanced at him in the mirror. "You ok? You've barely said anything all day today.

He shrugged his shoulders and placed a hand on Fred's shoulder from stopping him from redoing his tie again. "Relax, your tie is fine. Hermione already said yes to being your date," George assured Fred.

"Yeah, but what if she goes after Krum anyway? Especially if she suddenly sees the tie is crooked or whatever?" Fred sighed as he glanced at himself uncertainly.

"Krum has a date though. Luna Lovegood." George's voice must've sounded strange because Fred turned to him.

"They're not engaged. They're not married."

George jumped and looked over at him. "What are you talking about?" He demanded, raising an eyebrow at his twin.

"Luna and Krum. You can dance with her still if you'd like tonight."

"I don't know what you're talking about," George said flatly, though he could feel his ears turning slightly pink like Ron's did.

"Suit yourself. Speaking of suits, your tie is crooked," Fred said as he moved to fix it.

"Thanks," George said offhandedly.

The twins made their way to the Great Hall for the Feast and the Yule Ball. George couldn't help but look at Luna whenever she or Krum weren't looking their way.

Fred and Hermione sat next to him on the other side, and Hermione got his attention. "Why don't you keep Katie company?" she asked eagerly, nodding toward her at the end of the table.

George shook his head adamantly. "I don't think so… Oliver is going to show up in a little bit to surprise her…I don't want to feel like a third year."

She made a face and sighed. "What about Angelina?"

"She's with Lee," he said quickly. "Look… it's fine. You guys don't have to worry about me. This is your first date. Don't let me spoil the fun."

He caught sight of Ron, who had been stuffing his face during the whole feast so far. He made a face when he started going after a plateful of cupcakes. "Don't eat them all," George said, suddenly feeling irritated.

"What?" Ron asked, looking confused.

George sighed and shook his head. "Never mind," he said as the Champions and their dates were called to the dancefloor. The rest of the crowd followed them and formed a circle around the dance floor to watch the opening dance.

He watched Luna silently with Krum for a moment and backed away suddenly. He realized he didn't want to watch her dance with somebody else… not when he wanted to be the one dancing with her.

"George," Fred murmured quietly.

"It's hot in here… I need some fresh air," George lied as he headed outside.

He was still standing outside a few songs later when somebody joined his side. George jumped when he realized it was Luna. "It's a bit hot in there," she said, beaming at him.

George stared at her quietly. He wanted to be bitter with her so she'd feel the pain he felt, but she had no idea that he had a crush on her. She really didn't deserve it.

"You look beautiful," he said finally after carefully deciding what to say.

Luna widened her eyes in surprise, but she wrapped her arms around him gratefully. "Thank you…"

She pulled away from him after a moment, and George was sad to let her go. "Will you dance with me?" George asked her as she started to walk away.

Luna looked surprised, but she nodded with a smile. "Yes…I'll dance with you."

She started to lead him toward the door, but George stopped her. "It's beautiful with the stars out here," he said shyly.

"But there's no music," Luna said, giving him a curious look.

He smiled and pulled her close to him. "We don't need it," he said as they began to sway slowly.