Disclaimer: If I owned Harry Potter, I would not be writing this right now.

A/N: Wee! Another chapter is up and ready to be read! This one has to be the longest chapter I've written (and its still to short for my liking.) This is also the chapter that kick starts the drama. Hooray!

Chapter 7 – Fly Me Away

The rain poured down hard against the roof and windows, while the thunder rolled over head and the lightning flashed in front of Rhiann's eyes, causing her and Tay to both jump. "And to think, its only 11 in the morning" Tay commented, glancing out the soaked window of the kitchen. The sky was a dark grey, darker than usual in that early hour of the day. Tomorrow both of them were leaving to go back to their daily lives; Tay going back to California and Rhiann back to England. The weather reflected their feelings perfectly, as if it knew they both wanted to spend more time with each other. Every two years was not enough.

"I suppose the weather in California will be better than here." Rhiann replied

"I hope so, though it has been cold and rainy over there since I left. A contrast to the weather we've had this week."

"I know, it's been sunny for most of the two weeks."

"Stupid weather." Tay glared at the window as she sipped her vanilla flavored hot chocolate.

Rhiann wondered how cold, or warm, it was back home, maybe it had even snowed a little. She could picture her and Ron sitting by the fire, snuggled together in a comfy chair. She smiled at the thought, before realizing that she hadn't seen him in a while. Her smile faded instantly and her eyes glared at her into her mug of hot chocolate. The warm caramel crème flavor not interesting her anymore.

"Is there something wrong with your hot chocolate?" Tay asked, coming over to where Rhiann sat at the island located in the middle of the kitchen. Tay pulled a stool out and sat next to her.

"Oh, no, it's not that. It's just…I miss Ron. I haven't seen him in three weeks." Rhiann swirled her spoon in the tan colored hot chocolate before taking a long sip. It was still warm and the smooth liquid ran down her throat. It made her feel a little better.

"Well, we leave tomorrow. When do you go back to school?" Tay asked, also sipping at her hot chocolate.

"Yeah, but I don't go back to school for another week." Rhiann said sadly. Ron wasn't the only person she missed. Hermione, Ginny, Harry, and Greg were also so far away from her, and she couldn't wait to see them again.

"Well, can't you call them?" Tay asked

"I could call Hermione; I think she's probably the only one that knows how to use the phone." Rhiann laughed.

"Is it too late to call?" Tay asked.

"I don't think so. It's about 7 their time. Hermione's in France, so I think there's only an 8 hour time difference." Rhiann got off the stool, leaving her hot chocolate on the counter. She walked over to the phone sitting on the table near the entry way to the stairs. "Hey Tay, can you get the piece of paper with Hermione's number on it. It's in our room, lying on my night stand." Rhiann asked. "Sure, be right back" Tay ran down the stairs, returning with said paper about 5 seconds later.

"Damn, you're fast!" Rhiann said, as she punched in the numbers.

"I try" Tay smiled

The phone rang 5 times before the voicemail picked up. Rhiann left a short message for Hermione and hung up the phone.

"She's probably at dinner or something."

"But it's around 7 there! Wouldn't they have eaten sooner?" Tay looked puzzled.

Rhiann laughed at her cousin's confusing expression. "Not everyone eats at 5 like you do, Tay."

"Well, they should." Tay said, walking over to where the mugs of hot chocolate were sitting. "Are you finished?" she asked Rhiann, motioning to the drink. Rhiann nodded and Tay placed the two mugs in the kitchen sink and rinsed them off.

"So, how about a rematch on Mortal Kombat," Tay placed the mugs into the dishwasher and turned to Rhiann, a slightly competitive gleam in her eye "Unless you're afraid I'll kick your ass."

"Your on" Rhiann smiled

It was around 10 in the morning when Rhiann and Tay where getting ready to leave. All their belongings we packed and they were checking every drawer and closet in the house, making sure they hadn't left anything behind. They were in the kitchen again, Tay eating a muffin and Rhiann was unloading the dishwasher, putting everything in its place. The phone rang suddenly and Tay picked it up.

"Hello?"

Rhiann paused and looked at Tay, wondering who was on the other line.

"Oh sure, hold on" Tay held out the phone for Rhiann to take "Rhiann, it's for you."

Rhiann walked over to the phone.

"Hello?" she asked

"Rhiann...its Hermione"

"Oh hey Hermione! Did you get my message, I just want—"

"Rhiann, I'm so sorry, but I think you have the right to know." Hermione cut her off

"Know? Know what? What is going on?" Rhiann started to feel anxious. It must of shown on her face because Tay mouthed "What's wrong?" to her.

"Rhiann, you know how I have been in Paris for this past week? Well, Ron, Harry, and the other Weasleys."

Rhiann was a bit confused. Okay, so three of her friends were in France. But how did that have to do with anything?

"And it just so happens, that Ron didn't notice I was here with him."

"Hermione, I'm sorry but what does this have to do with anything?" Rhiann asked, still totally confused.

"He cheated on you, Rhiann. Ginny and I saw him with some tall, blond girl with these freaky almost violet eyes. I really didn't want to ruin your vacation but I thought you had to know."

Rhiann had dropped to floor and her mouth was hanging open. Tay dropped down next to her. "Rhiann, what's going on?" But Rhiann couldn't form words right now.

"Oh, Rhiann hold on, Ginny wants to talk to you."

"Rhiann? Oh honey, are you okay?"

"Um…ye— no" Rhiann spoke softly.

"Oh, I know Rhiann. But your one of my best friends. I can't believe my idiot brother!" she shouted over her shoulder to where Ron was sitting with his head down and Hermione who was standing over him with a look of plain anger on her face.

"Ginny" Rhiann asked softly

"Yes? Oh, Rhiann your going to be okay."

"Okay, I think I'll be okay. Thanks Ginny, you are one of my best friends too."

"Aw, Rhiann when you come back, I'm giving you a big hug. You're coming back tomorrow right?"

Rhiann paused. The thought of facing them, especially Ron, made her feel nauseous.

"Oh…um…yeah" she lied. There is no way in hell I'm going back there, at least not now, she thought.

"Okay! See you soon"

Rhiann hung up, and looked at Tay; tears' forming in her eyes and her expression was one of great sadness. They looked at each other for a second, and in that split second Rhiann understood that Tay knew exactly what had happened. Rhiann curled up into a ball, tears falling on her face and the floor. Tay immediately sat down next to her, stroking her back, knowing how much pain she must be feeling.

"Oh, Rhiann, I know you may feel like shit right now, but it doesn't last. You remember when I broke up with that guy, Evan? Well, I didn't just take the news lightly either, so you just cry all you want. If he is stupid enough not to see how beautiful, talented, and sweet, then that his problem. And one day you will wake up and he will be gone from your life." Tay noticed that Rhiann had stopped crying so hard and was merely breathing deeply.

"Can I come back to California with you?" Rhiann asked quietly.

"Well, of course you can." Tay smiled

"Thanks."

"Well, come on then," Tay stood up and pulled Rhiann off the floor "California, here we come!"

A/N: That jerk! How dare he cheat on my cousin! I know, I'm evil for making them break up, but it does have something to do with the story. And for those of you who like the couple together, have no fear! Things will get better. Again, sorry for the shortness. Hope you liked it!