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Chapter 11: when the goings get tough...

"Have a safe trip," Mum said hugging me again.

"Remember try to stay hidden, the less they hear or see of you the better you will be," Dad reminded. If only he knew about the DA. He would probably have a heart attack.

"Gin-Gin, wait up" Fred and George called out as I was getting ready to board.

"We just want to give you something" Fred said. It looked like an old radio, "We fixed it so it only goes to one station." George stated,

"Just to bring morale up" Fred said.

"Thanks guys" I said giving them a confused look before getting on the train.

~HP~HP~HP~HP~

"We have established some new rules, so I would like to repeat them so that you may remember not to break them." Snape addressed the whole school. It seemed that more students stayed behind, smart kids. Neville was sitting next to me, he was practically glaring daggers at Snape. I swear Neville and Harry are so similar, "Well first rule as you all may remember is no groups of more than 3 people may be seen together. Second rule is The Quibbler is banned, and lastly our newest rule is that after a detention, Madame Pomfrey is no longer allowed to heal wounds." He said as students automatically started talking at once, "Detention is supposed to teach lessons and having our healer fix students up right after teaches nothing. We will not tolerate anymore of this nonsense. One of your precious students was "shown" that we will not tolerate any more foolishness. Its about time you all learn that you are fighting a losing battle." He ended before walking out the Great Hall. I swear he stared at me when he said that.

Neville's hands were in a fist about ready to pounce on anyone who said anything.

"Calm down" I warned.

"Ginny he's talking about Luna"

"I know, but we can't let him get to us. I don't know about you but detention upon arrival isn't exactly my idea of a welcome back" I replied warily. This was definitely not starting out too well.

~HP~HP~HP~HP~

"So its true then? Luna is gone?" Seamus asked

"Yes she is" Michael answered warily, "I didn't see her at the table"

"Did they take her because of the DA?" Zacharias asked.

"No idiot, they took her because of her father." Lavender answered clearly annoyed.

"Guys, this should be a sign to never walk alone. Everyone needs to buddy up specifically with someone their year or from their house. It doesn't need to be with a specific person." Neville said, "Luna was taken because of her father, remember the reason we are here in Hogwarts is to maintain control over our parents and of course to build an army with students. Luna was a victim and we will not let her down."

"So what do we do? Detentions are going to be so difficult." Hannah asked. Neville seemed to freeze up.

"That's where I come in. I have been studying healing techniques all summer. I think we should continue training with healing spells. I'm sure I could get Madame Pomfrey to provide us with some potions and recipes. Don't worry, everything will be fine. Try not to get caught" I shrugged.

"So that's it? You just tell us to not get caught?"

"Zacharias, no one is asking you to join our tasks and as I recall I haven't seen you help during any." I replied annoyed.

"I have been part of those detentions." He reasoned

"You were part of 1 detention" Seamus argued, "At least we were brave enough to handle them."

"There's nothing brave about a cruciatus" Zacharias argued.

"Guys stop arguing! Luna wouldn't want this" Neville yelled, "Zacharias we have told you often if you don't want to be here then you don't have to be. There is nothing wrong with not being in detention. It is difficult to handle." Neville pointed out, "But turning against each other is not what Harry would want!"

"You're right," I said, "For now everyone break into groups" I said. I walked to the corner and sat on a couch that appeared next to the ancient radio. A piece of paper fell out of it.

Gin,

I would suggest tuning in sometime tonight. Try saying Kingsley for the first time.

Your darling brothers F&G

Hmm I thought. I turned it on and mumbled Kingsley. At first nothing happened, but then suddenly a voice was heard.

"Welcome to our very first broadcast of Potterwatch, this is your host River speaking." A voice echoed throughout the whole room making everyone stop in their tracks. Soon everyone was crowded against the small radio,

"Is that Lee?" Neville asked as he took a seat next to me. I nodded waiting for Lee to keep talking.

"As you may have guess we are pro Potter and feel the need to present some of the real news instead of the Rubbish that the Prophet seems to produce these days. Now we have some news many of you would like to hear. Harry Potter has been spotted as most of you know at the ministry with his dear friend Hermione Granger. We do not know what they were doing there, but we at least do know they are alive and on the run. We do ask most of you to please do not lose hope in Potter. He is the number one fugitive and knowing him, he will not stop until our world is back in order. Now I would like everyone to please take a moment of silence to remember those who have gone missing or have lost their lives recently to our war. From reports it has been confirmed that Luna Lovegood has gone missing along with Dean Thomas and Ted Tonks. Please remember all of you Potter fans, as much as you agree with him it is not wise to post pictures in any magazines telling others to help our Potter out. These are dangerous times and sometimes others will be affected by our decisions. Our hearts go out to them. Please take a moment to remember these fine people and pray for their return." He said before taking a moment of complete silence. Everyone just stared. Seamus looked ready to punch someone as he heard his best friends name called out.

"Well today is the first day of our airwaves so it will be pretty short. But do not worry, Potter watch will be back. Just one more note before we end. Potter if you are listening, we are behind you all the way. There's so many people who are here willing to help, so please be safe. So be safe everyone and remember to tune in next time. The password is Sirius"

"How did you know about this?" Ernie asked.

"I didn't" I admitted, "My brothers gave me this and told me to tune in." I said as small tears formed. I couldn't let myself cry in front of the DA. As its leaders Neville and I had to show strength. It was amazing to see how close everyone had become especially between houses. Seamus, Lavender and Parvati were being consoled by Hannah, Padma and Ernie. Michael, Terry and Anthony were consoling the younger students who were affected by Luna's disappearance. It was amazing to see everyone acting as a family should. Even when gone, Luna still helps keep the DA together. I'll miss her.

Neville was just staring into space, or it seemed he was staring at Hannah. I need to ask him about this later.

Later that night I lay in bed as I always did just thinking about everything. The war has ruined so many lives. As always my mind drifted off to Harry. Its like I can't get him out of my head. I swear you would think I loved him. Just thinking this made my heart flutter. Harry wasn't just Harry Potter to me; he was so much more. I miss everything about him. The way he smiled and the way I could always make him laugh, it was like music to my ears. The way his emerald eyes were so full of life, especially when we were together. Even his scent was enough to put me in a daze. Of course this could also be because he was an amazing snogger. I don't know where he learned it from, nor do I ever want to know. Even more then that I just miss the way he would hold me close and we would just sit enjoying the comfort each other offered. It amazed me how much my heart hurt just thinking about these memories. All I wanted was to see him, for him to be here just holding my hand. Why was life so cruel? I sighed audibly I hope wherever Harry was that he was safe. Tears rolled down my cheeks, please Harry come back to me…I think I'm in love with you. I'm not talking about a fangirl crush...i mean truly in love with you. Please come home. i begged before sleep hit me.

~HP~HP~HP~HP~

For the last few weeks I was holed up in the library, in class or at a DA meeting. I needed to find some more healing spells because the Carrow's were not kidding. Half of the older DA looked worn out mostly due to detentions. Morale was so low and I don't want to make too many speeches. What could I do to re-inspire hope?

"Ginny, there you are" Neville exclaimed, 'Studying again, I see"

"Yes, someone has got to teach all the healers. People come back from detention even worse than before. Madame Pomfrey already gave me all the recipes I need, now to get the supplies." I said more to myself.

"Ginny you need to relax."

"Neville how can I relax?" I said angrily, "There is so much to do. The DA needs me" I said. Neville stepped toward me and put a hand on my shoulder.

"Gin" he started, the only people who I let call me that are the twins and Harry. Only the people I was closest to, "This isn't you, you used to be so full of life. I don't think I've seen you smile in forever. The last time I heard you laugh was last year... with Harry." He added hesitantly.

"We are at war, there's no-"

"Exactly we are at war! This is the perfect time to smile. If you keep this up then the Carrow's win!" Neville exclaimed. "You are a great person and everyone looks up to you. But even fearless leaders smiled sometimes! Its up to you to bring back the DA, they need to remember the good times." I have never seen him act like this. It was so genuine. I couldn't help but smile at him.

"You're right, we can't lose ourselves more than we have already." I whispered, "I'm sorry, it's just all this stress. I feel like I haven't seen the DA smile in forever." I said. Suddenly it hit me, "I got it!" Confusion was etched onto his face.

"Umm"

"You're right but I'm the DA aren't the only ones who need to smile again." I exclaimed before gathering my belongings and running out of the library.

~HP~HP~HP~HP~

Thank Merlin my brothers are the biggest pranksters since the Marauders. It had taken a few days, but finally my planning was complete and everything was set up. Everyone may swear that my brothers knew every secret passageway in Hogwarts, but I know just as much about Hogwarts.

The following day, I woke up early like usual due to a harsh nightmare. By this time I was already used to waking up in tears. Today was no different except I was anxious to start the day. Gryffindor tower was extremely quiet, which of course had become normal. Barely any students were in the common room, most were in the Great Hall. At the bottom of the stairs sat Neville.

"You're ready early today." Neville stated, "Should I be worried?" All I could do was smile.

"Is Demelza ready?" Neville asked.

"She's almost-" i

"Who's almost what?" Demelza asked.

"Perfect let's go" I said happily pulling them out the portrait hole.

"Is she okay?" Neville asked as I walked ahead of tehm

"I think she's gone mad" Demelza mumbled back

"I can hear you," I reminded them. Both shut up quickly.

We sat down and piled food onto our plates as we usually did.

"So is this what you were happy about? Eggs and bacon?" Demelza asked warily, "I should've known...Weasleys"

"Oh hush" I said with a smile, "I'll have you know I am nothing like my brothers" I said staring at my plate of uneaten food.

"What the!" A loud voice yelled making the whole great hall quiet. Suddenly a bunch of screams and shrieks were heard. All the Slytherin's were dressed in odd outfits. The boys were all dressed in different dresses. Malfoy had dark lipstick on with a police officer outfit, which the dress didn't leave much to the imagination. He had a blonde wig on with long heels. The girls were dressed as different cave men.

"What am I wearing?" Malfoy shrieked in an abnormally high-pitched voice. The rest of the boys had on short dresses or skirts that were based on different kinds of women. Crabbe and Goyle were dressed as fook mi and fook yu from this movie Hermione once told me about called Austin Powers. All the boys had on horrified looks. Suddenly at once everyone in the hall broke out laughing. Literally the whole Gryffindor table had tears in their eyes and were holding onto their stomachs for laughing too hard. My eyes caught Neville and we shared a look, a look of acknowledgment. I winked at him before watching the hilarious scene. Malfoy attempted to run out of the great hall, but instead tripped due to the highness of the heel. It has been so long since anyone laughed this hard. At least I learned one thing from this winters, even if the going gets tough, laughter can break many barriers. And by the looks on the DA's faces, I am pretty sure they are feeling much more relaxed then ever.

Authors note: Sorry it took so long. So much to do with so little time. Well what did you think? I hope the prank wasn't too immature lol. But i figured Ginny is like her brothers in more way then she believes and i think she would do something like this. So anyway the next chapter will be up soon. Thanks for all my readers!