As the Sea Changes
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Chapter two: Mr and Mrs...err..Weasley?
Ginny opened her eyes when she heard the shower in her apartment go on. It was Friday morning. She smiled into her pillow as she remembered the night before. Harry had surprised her by cooking a wonderful dinner for her. He knew how tired she came from meetings and photo shoots. He was also spending time with her before she left for her cruise Sunday night. One month, it had been one month since she had received the ticket for the trip. She was excited to go.
Pancakes wondered into her bedroom meowing loudly, she looked at the clock. No wonder, it was past nine. He was hungry. She sat up and called him to her. Pancakes promptly jumped on the bed to her.
"Hey sweetheart... You hungry?" She asked, stroking the Siamese under his chin. He began to purr and she giggled. He really loved attention. "Come on then, let's get you some breakfast" she said and got up with a sigh. "Come on darling..." She called out to Pancakes as she sleepily made her way to the kitchen. After getting him some food, she took out the ingredients for eggs and bacon.
"Morning Gin." Came Harry's voice from behind her. She turned to him and wrapped her arms around his middle. "Morning" She muttered into his chest, taking in his manly scent. He wrapped arms around her and she smiled. This was perfect.
"Oh I'll be right back, I need to brush my teeth." She said with a smile and skipped to her bathroom.
Harry looked down at Pancakes "Hi Kitty Kitty" He said bending down to pet the cat. Pancakes hissed. at him and stalked off. Harry rolled his eyes. That cat hated him. He put the bacon in a frying pan to get breakfast started.
"So how long are you going to be gone Gin?" He called out to her. A moment later, she came into the kitchen, a green toothbrush in her mouth.
"Just two weeks." She said in between brushing. Harry eyed the toothbrush
"Green?" He asked, raising an eyebrow
Ginny just gave him a playful glare "I'll be gone two weeks hun" she said
"I really wish I could go with you... " Said Harry hopefully as he flipped the bacon.
"Oh Harry, I really wish you could too. But you know how these photo shoots are." She lied. Ginny felt guilty, she hardly ever lied to him. But if she told him she won it, he'd ask about the other one because these kinds of prizes were usually handed out for couples, and Ginny really did not want to tell Harry about her encounter with Malfoy.
"Oh all right Gin. I'm gonna miss you." He said pulling her in for a hug. She giggled, then her smile faded as she took out the toothbrush.
"Harry! The bacon!" She laughed as a burning stench reached her nostrils.
Draco sat in his study answering his owls when he heard a tap on his window. He looked up and saw an owl with a package in its talons. He got up and opened the window. The owl flew in and landed on his desk.
He put a few coins in the owl's pouch and it flew away. Draco looked at what the owl brought and furrowed his brow. This was a muggle magazine, one of those his mother read.
His eyes widened, on the cover was Ginny Weasley in an emerald green strapless dress, her long hair down. What captivated him was the expression on her face. She was winking and sticking her tongue out playfully. He was able to study her better, because the picture did not move. The headline read
'Nevra, An Unstoppable Rising Star!'
He opened the magazine and saw she had a 3 page spread. The pictures intrigued him. There was one with her looking confused, one where she had obviously been in motion, her hair wildly flying around her, and one more. A seductive look on her face, her hair in it, but not enough to cover it all. The little glimpses of her eyes in between her red locks gave her an air of sexy mysteriousness.
Draco turned the page and saw that there was also an interview. This perked his interest. He began reading.
Reporter: How has stardom affected your everyday life?
Nevra: It's odd going out and being recognized and admired by others, then going home and getting scolded for reaching into the cookie jar before dinner. (Giggles)
Reporter: Well I imagine so!
Nevra: But it really hasn't changed much. I mean, I do have a hectic schedule with what I do, and I get lots of people coming up to me, but it's all part of it right?
Reporter: Who is your favorite designer?
Nevra: That's tough. I really don't think I have one though. I love them all!
Reporter: Speaking of love, is there a man in your life?
Nevra: Oh no! I was afraid of this question! Yes there is, but that's all I'm going to say.
Draco put the magazine down. The interview kept going but he didn't care. Like he needed to know more about the little weasel.
"Draco?" Came his mother's voice along with a knock on his door. He hastily pushed the magazine under a stack of papers. He did not want his mother to see that he had been reading the magazines he criticized.
"Come in mother." He called out. The door opened to reveal Narcissa, looking wonderfully cheerful.
"Hello Draco darling. I just came to let you know that I finally decided to take reign on my share of Malfoy Enterprises." Said Narcissa with a smile.
"That's great mother! You'll be at the office more often then?" He asked hopefully. He hated that his mother was often at home with hardly anything to do. Yes, she had hobbies, but he knew that one could get bored of the same thing everyday.
"Yes. Now I just want to remind you that those are my shares and you gave them to me so I could do what I pleased with them, did you not?" She asked raising a perfect blond eyebrow.
"Yes mother, of course I did." Said Draco, confused and surprised. It was not often his mother asked a question in this way. It was as if she would be doing something she knew would displease him.
"Thank you son, that was all I wanted. Well I'm heading out. I have a few errands to run today. And I need to redecorate my office." Narcissa said with an excited smile. She walked over to Draco and kissed his cheek, then walked out with a large grin on her face that Draco could not see.
"Mother what are you up to...?" He muttered to no one in particular. Then went back to answering owls.
Narcissa walked into her study and went to her bookcase. She had a plan, a very sly plan. Her ice blue eyes searched until she found what she was looking for. Her collection of muggle magazines, and not just any magazines, but the ones that included any information on Nevra. If Draco would not try to represent her (which would do him and Nevra some good) then she would take it upon her own hands to do so. Now, where could she find the girl? Not that it would be hard for a Malfoy.
"Dotty!" She called out to the house elf.
"Yes mistress?" Dotty appeared
"Would you have the driver get the car ready please? I have some business to attend to." She said with a smile.
"Of course mistress, right away" Dotty said, then bowed low and disappeared.
Narcissa made her way down to the car and got in.
"To Malfoy Enterprises please Nigel..." Narcissa said and they sped off.
Narcissa walked in and immediately people began to say hello and ask if she needed anything. She just shook her head and smiled back as she made her way to her office on the top floor. It was across the hall from Draco's, and nearly always empty. But now that she would take part in the company, it would often be used.
She did have a secretary who helped keep her shares under control, and she was glad that the girl had so much patience.
"Anna!" Narcissa called out at the young blond sitting at her desk.
"Mrs. Malfoy!" Anna said in surprise. It wasn't often people saw the regal woman here. She got and embraced the older woman.
"Lovely to see you Anna! I am here to take control of my shares and put them to some good use!" Narcissa said with a glint of excitement in her eyes.
"That's great! Should I call your decorator?" The blond asked. She knew Narcissa well and had really missed her. At first, Anna had taken the job to work near the famous Draco Malfoy. But she had grown to appreciate Narcissa very much. However, she still had not given up on Draco.
Anna was gorgeous and she knew it. She flaunted her beauty as much as possible. With her chest length blond hair, green eyes, long eyelashes, perfect curves and long legs, Anna was the subject of many mens' desires. She of course, only had eyes for Draco, and now that Narcissa was back, things would only get easier.
"Yes please. Oh and, find me a muggle model called Nevra. She is a witch, and is the youngest and only female Weasley. I want to see her today if possible. Thank you Anna" Narcissa said and walked away to her office.
She smiled, it looked just the way she had left it one year ago, except now, it was outdated. She sat behind her desk and answered a few letters she had recently gotten. Narcissa reached into her pocket and took out the shrunken magazines. Nevra had such beauty, and she knew that the girl would make it in the wizarding world easily, especially if Malfoy Enterprises was representing her.
She could make this girl rich and known by everyone in the world, and that was just what she would do. And if Nevra did not accept, well, she would just have to make an offer that Nevra would not be able to refuse...
Ginny sighed in relaxation as she sat up on her couch. Harry had left and it was one pm, all she wanted to do was relax at home on her day off. She flipped the channels until she found a muggle movie that interested her. Pancakes jumped on her lap and she began to stroke his back softly. Content with the attention, he curled up, closed his eyes and began to purr.
She jumped as her cell phone rang. Merlin she hated that thing. She still had not learned how to program it to ring differently and right now it sounded like her mother's shrill scream. Funny how every annoying, loud, high pitched sound reminded her of her mother. She reached for her phone on the table next to her and answered it.
"Hello?" She answered
"Ginny! It's Gertie. Listen I got a call from somebody who wants to represent you." Said Gertie in excitedly.
"No no no no no," Ginny said shocked "Gertie, I'm happy with my agency! I love Conway Models!"
"Well, the surprise is, it's a wizarding company. I don't know how they found out about you, or how they know you, but they want to represent you here. It's a big company Ginny, and one of the owners wants to meet with you" Said Gertie hoping Ginny would not back out.
Ginny closed her eyes and sighed "Gertie, tell me they don't want to see me today" Ginny whined. She really just wanted to lazy around, and the day was going too quickly for her.
"They do Ginny, and from what I heard these are powerful people. I'm sure it won't take long and besides, they wouldn't take no for an answer." Said Gertie, trying to convince her.
"All right, all right. What time?" Asked Ginny dreading the answer
"Well, they wanted it as soon as possible so.... at two pm sharp." Said Gertie in a small voice
"WHAT!?" Ginny jumped up, earning a glare from Pancakes who was projected on to the floor. "That hardly gives me enough time! I need to get ready!" She said, running to her bedroom to pick out an outfit.
"Sorry! It wasn't me who set it up! The address is 5280 Adelle Avenue, it's the 15th floor. I'll have a car waiting for you. Good luck!" She said and hung up.
Ginny threw her cell phone on her bed and ran to the shower. After a few minutes she got out and dried her hair with her wand. She quickly changed into a nice black pencil skirt with an emerald green silk button-up top with short sleeves which she tucked in, and black pumps. She left her hair down in its natural waves and grabbed her purse and portfolio before heading out. Ginny realized she forgot to do her make up and grimaced as she got into the car. She gave the driver the address and took out her mirror and make up, she had 15 minutes to get there.
Her cell phone rang and she grabbed it
"Hello?" Ginny answered
"Are you on your way? Gertie asked
"Yes, but listen I'll call you after I'm done. I need to do my makeup!" She said and hung up. She knew Gertie would not be mad, this was typical of them.
She applied some eyeliner, mascara and clear lip gloss, she needed to be as natural as possible, and as soon as she was done, they were there.
Ginny got out, her purse and portfolio in her hands then turned around and handed the man a bill. She walked into the muggle proof building and was surprised to find business men and women coming in and out. It didn't seem like an agency, even a wizarding one at that. It seemed more like a place her brother Percy would work at. Serious and not very glamorous.
She walked to the elevator and pushed the button for the 15th floor, she was really nervous about this. Before she knew it, she was there. Ginny stepped out of the elevator and walked towards a blond girl who was taking down an appointment time.
"Thank you good-bye." Said Anna into the headset "May I help you?" Anna asked Ginny as she caught sight of her.
"Yes, my name is Ginevra Weasley I'm here for a meeting with...um.. well I don't know with who." Ginny said, a pink tint on her cheeks.
Anna nodded, giving Ginny the once over. She really wasn't that special in Anna's opinion. "Ginevra Weasley is here." She said into the phone, then hung up. "Go on in" She said, pointing to a cherry wood door.
"Thank you" Said Ginny and walked towards the door. She hesitated before going in, should she knock? Right as she was about to raise her hand to do so, a woman's voice came from behind it.
"Enter." It said. Ginny did as she was told and walked in. The woman sitting behind the desk looked strangely familiar, as if she had seen her somewhere before.
"Hello Ginevra, please, have a seat" The woman said, indicating to the chair across from her. She reached out her hand to shake Ginny's. "I am Narcissa Malfoy, nice to meet you." Said Narcissa with a warm smile.
Ginny couldn't help but look surprised, but she quickly shook it off and smiled back, "Nice to meet you too." She said, still wondering what was going on.
"You're surprised aren't you?" Asked Narcissa with a knowing smile, placing her hand underneath her chin in a thoughtful manner.
"I'd be lying if I said I wasn't. This is really unexpected" Said Ginny not really knowing what to say or where to start the conversation.
"Yes well, Ginevra, I know our families haven't always been on the best of terms, but I've seen your work, I've seen your spreads and watched your shows. You're phenomenal. Merlin has given you beauty and you're putting it to good use. But now that I'm taking control of my share of the company, I want to represent models. And the first one that I want to work with, is you." Said Narcissa, getting to the point.
"I am interested, I've only ever worked in the muggle world. And name has nothing to do with it." Ginny said with a smile, she wanted Narcissa to know she held no grudges. "I have my portfolio with me, and I would love for you to take a look at it" Said Ginny holding it out.
This was all so new to her. She had signed up to be a catalog model, then all of the sudden, Conway was signing her. But having to go and meet her potential boss herself and giving her a portfolio was new.
"Lovely..." Said Narcissa scanning her pictures. "My, Ginevra these are wonderful. There's no doubt about it you'll make it big in the wizarding world." She said
Ginny bit her lip, she wasn't too sure about it. Working in the muggle world was one thing, but here in the wizarding world? It was sort of, her place to get away from the muggles. Was she ready to give that up?
"Well to be honest Mrs. Malfoy, I'm not too sure about working in the wizarding world..." Said Ginny biting her lip. She didn't want to sound rude but knew sometimes it couldn't be helped.
"Ginevra, name your price." Said Narcissa, this time, with an air of power.
"You see, it's not about price. I just like being normal here. I mean there are wizards who watch muggle television and now and then do recognize me. But I really don't know..." She trailed off, this seemed like the chance of a lifetime.
"Ginevra, if you worked with us, we would make sure you would have everything you needed. Housing, transportation, utilities, everything. With our representation you could easily make thousands of galleons in just one show." Said Narcissa, "And besides, you're young now, but modeling won't be here forever, there will come a time when you will no longer be able to model. You should have money to fall back on." Said Narcissa. She knew Ginny's type, those who wanted to work hard but also wanted to have money for kids or when they were older. She saw Ginny ponder this.
Ginny wanted this, but she would give up some comfort. On the other hand, she'd be set for life. With a smile at the older woman, she held out her hand.
"Mrs. Malfoy, I would be honored to be represented by your agency" Said Ginny with a grin. Narcissa shook her hand and smiled back.
"Welcome to Malfoy Models, and please, call me Narcissa" Said Narcissa, pleased that she now had Ginevra.
Two hours and several pages of paperwork later, Ginny officially worked for Malfoy Models. She was glad, but just still a little apprehensive. Narcissa had kept Ginny's portfolio to make copies for clients, all she had asked of Ginny, was a little secrecy. Just for agreeing to work with them, Narcissa had payed Ginny 1,000 Galleons, and as she made her way to Gringotts, she couldn't help but grin.
"Good Morning madam." Said a goblin. "Do you have a key?" He asked. Ginny nodded and took it out of her purse. She handed it to him and he nodded. Ginny was taken to her vault (785) and she withdrew 200 galleons. She wanted to make sure she had wizard money on her during the cruise.
Gertie had been told about Ginny's contract in the wizarding world. She was happy to find out about it and was even happier, when she was told she would still be her assistant. Ginny had owled Narcissa with this information, and she had agreed. But before Ginny knew it, Sunday had finally come, and it was time for her two week cruise.
Ginny had driven herself to the ship and was now rolling her luggage into her suite.
"I shouldn't have worn heels..." She grumbled. But she had wanted to look her best, long white loose dress pants, a light blue halter top and light blue wedge heels. Her hair was down in loose waves. She made her way to her suite and unlocked it, her jaw dropped as soon as she stepped in.
It had a sitting room and a door to the right lead to the bedroom. She left her stuff by the bedroom door and looked around. The bed was king sized and there was a closet on one side, the door to the right led to the lavatory. She giggled then jumped on her bed happily. Two weeks of pure relaxation, she was ecstatic. She got up and walked out to the sitting room, to the left there was a window that faced the ocean, she grinned. Then her smile faded, she would get lonely now and then, but she had not been allowed to bring Pancakes, therefore Harry had been left with the chore of looking after him.
A knock on the door interrupted her thoughts and she walked over to it. There was a man standing there with a clipboard, he wore a navy suit.
"May I help you?" She asked him.
"Yes, since you won the tickets to this cruise, we do not have your name on file. I would simply like that." He said with a white toothed smile.
"Sure. My name is Ginevra, G-i-n-e-v-r-a, Weasley. W-e-a-s-l-e-y." She said.
"And will Mr. Weasley be joining you?" He asked after writing down her name. Ginny decided to have some fun with it and shook her head.
"No, he will not. He and his mistress are off in the Caribbean I'm afraid. But thank you for asking" She said with a grin.
"You're, um, welcome. Enjoy your cruise Ms Weasley" He said, still perplexed and shocked.
Ginny closed the door, leaned against it and laughed, his expression was priceless. She sighed and checked her watch, 7:03, she should go explore. But first, she needed to freshen up. She quickly washed her face and did her make up, then sprayed some body splash that smelled of her favorite flower. Plumeria. She walked out and gave a small excited squeal, she was excited to explore the ship, her new home for the next two weeks.
Draco smirked, the ship was big, well, big for those free tickets. Though he had seen bigger. The ship was to leave at 8 pm and it was now 7:50. But it was fine, he was Draco Malfoy, it didn't matter. By the time he had gotten inside, the ship was about to take off. He was given a key to his suite and he made his way to it, cheerfully whistling. He knew the ship had a night club and he was anticipating going that night. He would get settled, have a shower, have some food, then go and dance. And most likely bring a beautiful woman back to his room keep him entertained for the night. He unlocked the door and brought his luggage in. He left in in the sitting room and was about to make his way to the bedroom when he heard a knock. There was a man in a navy suit.
"Yes?" Inquired Draco raising a perfect blond eyebrow.
"Hello, I was told you would not be joining us. But welcome Mr. Weasley. I hope the next two weeks are wonderfully relaxing" Said the man, noting something down on his clipboard.
Draco froze, Mr. What? "Excuse me?"
"Yes, there must have been some misunderstanding, your wife said you would not be joining us." The man told him, clearly unaware of what was happening.
At this point, Ginny came into the hallway, a confused look on her face when she saw the man from earlier at her door, talking to someone...inside. She came closer and flinched when she heard a growl.
"Weasley!" Came Draco's voice. She looked at him, horrified.
"Malfoy! What the bloody hell are you doing here?" She asked in disbelief, her jaw dropping. "You're not supposed to be here!" She said angrily. "This was my relaxing two weeks without you!"
"Excuse me! I demand you leave!" Said Draco, just as angry, now yelling.
"I most certainly will NOT!" Said Ginny yelling back.
The man in the navy suit just stood there, staring at both of them speechless.
"Get out!" He yelled. A loud horn told them that it was too late for anybody to get out.
"Get him off of this ship!" Yelled Ginny at the man.
"I can't! Nobody can leave! We've already left the harbor!" Said the man, cowering at the angry red-head and blond in front of him.
"I demand she be moved to a different room!" Said Draco pointing at Ginny.
"We can't! We're all booked. I'm sorry to both of you but this is all we have. I suggest you make the best out of this. Good day." Said the man.
He walked away leaving a livid Ginny and a murderous Draco staring at each other with anger. She pushed past him and walked into her bedroom.
"Hey you! Where do you think you're going!?" He demanded and grabbed her arm to pull her back. He didn't see her fist coming until it collided with his eye.
Later that night, neither wanted to go out and both had stayed in. Draco grumbled and cursed her under his breath as he got the couch in the sitting room ready to sleep.
This would be a long two weeks.
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A/N: Hey guys! I'm finally back, I was having trouble updating it, and I'm not sure weather it was FanFiction or my computer. Then I had a few life problems, and ugh it was bad. Then I really got into the Twilight Saga and OMG, any of you who haven't read them you really should they are wonderfully addictive. =] Thank you to those who have reviewed, and I'm happy I got some feedback. I do accept constructive criticism so feel free to add that in your review. I don't mind flames, everyone is entitled to their opinion. For those who don't review, I'm hoping you're enjoying the story! Lol! But keep reading! This story will only get better!
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