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- Attributed to General George Patton Jr

Top Ten Reasons Why Weddings Should Be Avoided

Chapter 9

The next morning Charlie headed down have breakfast. At the same time Elinor was up as well and was heading downstairs. "Good morning," said Charlie, yawning.

"Hey," Elinor said. "I need to talk to you about how were getting to my sister's wedding."

"Yeah, you said we were using a portkey right?" Charlie said as they both headed down the stairs.

"Well, not anymore," said Elinor.

Charlie looked at her with confusion. "Why?"

"Tara sent me my mail and this morning, apparently my mother has bought us two plane tickets for America this evening at five," Elinor said grimly. "I told my mom that we would go by portkey but she's planning for the whole family to be there when we arrive so she thought that the airport would be better... it's more normal." Elinor said sarcasticly.

Charlie was nervous. He had never been on a plane before. Elinor saw his nervousness. She reached for his hand and squeezed it. "Don't worry," Elinor replied. "It'll be fine. Planes are hardly dangerous."

He pulled his hand away from her grasp. "I'm not nervous," He retorted. Elinor rolled her eyes and they both entered the kitchen to where the rest of the family was. Well everyone except for Charlie and Fleur.

"Good morning you two," replied Mrs. Weasley. "Coffee?"

"Yeah mum that would be great," Charlie said as he sat in his chair.

"I would like some too, Mrs. Weasley," replied Elinor before taking her seat across from Charlie. The twins, Harry, and Ron had a mound of pancakes on their plates and they were stuffing themselves. The two girls sat across from each other and looked at the boys with disgust as they slowly ate their own food.

"So what did you think of the wedding yesterday Elinor?" Mrs. Weasley asked.

"I think Fleur looked so lovely in her dress and everything looked great. You did a really good job planning it Mrs. Weasley."

"Perhaps soon you will be walking down the isle yourself Elinor." Mrs. Weasley winked at Charlie. Charlie and Elinor both went red.

"Perhaps... but I don't really think anytime in near future Mrs. Weasley," Elinor replied.

"Oh dear you can call me Molly now," Mrs. Weasley said giving her an admiring smile.

"Um... ok... Molly."

"Hey mum, speaking of weddings, Elinor and I are leaving for America tonight for her sister's wedding this coming Saturday." Charlie said taking a sip of his coffee.

Mrs. Weasley frowned. "You're leaving so soon? Couldn't you set up a portkey for Tuesday and stay a few more days?"

Charlie shook his head. "Sorry mum, Elinor and I are taking an airplane tonight out of London."

Mr. Weasley looked up from the paper he was reading. "You're taking an airplane? How fascinating! I've always wanted to go traveling on one of those things. Its amazing how they can fit so many people and still keep it in the air. What do you think Elinor?

Elinor shugged. "I would rather use a portkey."

"Me too," mumbled Charlie.

"When are you leaving?" Mrs. Weasley asked.

"Our flight leaves at five and its about a five hour plane ride so we'll arrive in New Haven, Conneticut at about ten o'clock at night," Elinor replied. "Of course, that's ten o'clock here, it'll be earlier because of the time difference in America."

"Elinor I think we should start packing," Charlie said to her.

Elinor nodded. "Good idea." They both made their way back upstairs to their rooms and began packing. When Charlie went into his room he sat down and wrote the seventh reason.

7: Your family may become extremely attached to your date.

When it the clock rang three in the Weasley house the whole family was at the door saying good-bye to Elinor and Charlie.

"Thank you for your hospitality, Mrs. Weasley," said Elinor.

"Not a problem dear, and remember it's Molly." Mrs. Weasley hugged her. "You are such a wonderful child, I hope you're staying with us for good." Elinor didn't know what to say. She was absolutely stunned.

Molly turned her attentions to Charlie. Fleur then stood in front of Elinor. "Thank you for coming it was a pleasure meeting you."

"You too, congratulations again." Fleur only nodded. Ginny was next.

"Have fun in America and thanks for all that stuff you did for me. You're pretty cool."

"Thanks, you're pretty cool yourself," replied Elinor. They smiled at each other and hugged.

"Hey Elinor, we have to get going," Charlie said taking her hand.

Mr. Weasley drove Charlie and Elinor to the airport. After saying their good byes with him he went home and Charlie and Elinor got their tickets, took care of their bags, and were just boarding the airplane when they arrived at the terminal.

Charlie's stomach was queasy. He was really nervous but Elinor was to anxious to get on the plane to see his nervousness. They were in second class with the middle and window seat. The outside seat was already occupied by a woman old enough to be Charlie's grandmother.

"Do you want the window seat?" Asked Elinor.

"No," Charlie said, almost too quickly afraid that if he opened his mouth he would throw up.

"Ok," Elinor said. They sat down and when the bell rang to put on your seat belts and be ready for take off. Charlie stiffened. He frantically tried to put on his seatbelt but failed miserably. Elinor gently helped him. She took his hand in hers and tried to comfort him and make him less tense. Fortunately, it was working. Elinor's hand was soft and the knot in his stomach loosened. Even when they took off he wasn't as tense.

"Just try to get some sleep," Elinor said. "Just close your eyes.." she demonstrated for him and by doing this she herself fell asleep. Her head gently fell onto his shoulder, her hand was still in his.

"Ah, young love... such a wonderful thing." Said the woman next to him. He smiled at the lady before he too closed his eyes and fell asleep.