Disclaimer: I own nothing from Harry Potter. I only own the plot line.

A/N: Wow…okay so this took way longer than I expected it to. Thanks so much for all of the reviews! They meant so much to me! This chapter is probably just going to raise more questions but oh well. Hope you enjoy!

Last Time (Since I don't even remember): His date, however, was not so content. Harry sat on his bed, tears streaming down his face as silent sobs wracked his body. His arms wrapped around his knees, he tried to muffle his cries. He wasn't quiet enough as soon his curtains were pulled back. Ron stood there, an understanding expression on his face. He sat next to Harry and pulled him into his arms. Harry rested his head on Ron's shoulder as tears continued to pour down his face. How long they sat like that was unnoticed by either boy. Harry soon cried himself to sleep. Ron gently laid him down and covered him with blankets before going to bed himself. Ron lay awake a little longer before deciding to discuss it with Hermione in the morning and went to sleep.

Chapter Four: Avoiding the Truth

The next morning, Ron woke before Harry. He knew Harry would sleep in since it was Sunday. He quickly got dressed and went downstairs to talk to Hermione. When he got to the Common Room, she was already there, reading curled up in an armchair by the fire.

"Morning, Mione," Ron greeted, flopping down on the couch next to her.

"Good morning, Ron. Harry's sleeping in I take it?" she replied.

"Of course. Mostly because he wore himself out crying last night." Hermione looked up sharply at that.

"He was crying? Did something happen with Draco last night?"

"No…I think he feels…guilty," Ron answered.

"Because of her? He deserves to be happy after everything. I know she would want him to be happy."

"Yeah, but he still feels guilty about being happy when he 'caused her death.'"

Hermione sighed. "I wish she were here to talk some sense into him. She always was the only one he'd listen to with things like this."

Ron smiled slightly. "Yeah. She was his rock."

"We'll talk to him when he gets up for lunch." They sat there working on homework until Harry came down the stairs.

"Hey guys. Ready for lunch?" Harry asked, approaching them.

"Yeah…You okay mate?" Ron asked. Harry shrugged and looked down. Hermione and Ron exchanged an understanding glance.

"Did you have a good time on your date?" Hermione asked gently.

"It was a great first date. Draco was really sweet, but…" His bottom lip trembled. "But it just made me remember, you know? The first date. The awkward first kiss. I don't think…I can't…it's best if we don't go out again," he finally finished.

"Oh Harry, I'm sure if you gave Draco another chance…" Hermione began.

"It's not Draco, Mione. It's me. Something in me…broke, and I'm not sure if I can fix it."

"Let's just go get lunch, and then we'll drown ourselves in homework. How about that?" Hermione said brightly.

"Only you would want to cure heartache with homework," Ron groaned. Harry chuckled slightly when Hermione glared at Ron. "Fine, fine. Let's just go. I'm starving." The trio headed out and quickly made their way to the Great Hall. As they sat in their usual seats at the Gryffindor table, Harry cast a quick glance at the Slytherin table across the hall. Silver eyes locked with his as Draco smiled brightly at him. Harry summoned a half smile in response before quickly looking back at the table.

At the Slytherin table, Draco sat confused at Harry's reaction. Pansy leaned over and whispered in his ear.

"Harry looks like he barely slept at all last night. What were you two doing?" she said smirking.

"We didn't do anything. I mean I kissed him good night, but that was in plenty of time for him to get some sleep. I wonder what happened."

"Don't know. But we'll have time to talk to them after lunch. I'm sure they're just going to be doing homework if Hermione has her way."

"You're right. We'll meet up with them later then." The rest of lunch passed uneventfully and soon the Golden Trio made their way from the Great Hall. They were soon joined by Draco, Pansy, and Blaise.

"Hey guys. Study time?" Blaise asked.

"Unfortunately. We're on our way to the library," Ron replied. Blaise and Draco snickered when Hermione smacked Ron on the back of the head.

"Studying is very important, Ronald! And you're behind on your homework anyway." Ron grumbled and rubbed his head, while Hermione reprimanded him. The group made their way to the library and found a large table in the back. Draco made to sit next to Harry but Harry sat between Ron and Hermione. A flash of hurt went through Draco, but he brushed it off and sat next to Blaise across from Harry. They worked quietly for an hour before Draco finally caught Harry's eye. The raven haired boy automatically looked away and refused to meet the blonde's eyes. Draco was confused and slightly hurt at the rebuff. He determined to catch Harry alone and talk to him. However, this proved difficult over the next few days as it seemed Harry was avoiding him. He decided to enlist Hermione's help. Luckily, they were the only ones of their group in Ancient Runes.

"Hermione, can I talk to you for a sec?" Draco asked, sitting next to her in the few minutes before class started.

'Sure, Draco. What is it?"

"It's about Harry. He seems to be avoiding me, and I can't figure out why."

"Oh. I think I know why, but you'll have to talk to Harry. I can help you get him alone though."

"That's great. How?"

"Go to the seventh floor at midnight and go through the door. I'll make sure he's there."

"Thanks, Hermione."

"You're welcome. Just…be gentle with him, alright."

"I promise."

xXx

Hermione paced in front of the fire, thinking of how to get Harry to the Room of Requirement. She decided to just tell him. She walked over to the armchair he was currently occupying.

"Harry, I need to talk to you." He looked up at her and smiled.

"What's up?"

"You're being cowardly, Harry. And that's not like you."

"What do you mean?"

"You know exactly what I mean. You've been avoiding Draco for a week. You need to talk to him."

"I know," Harry sighed, "It's just…I don't know what to say. He's going to want to know the truth, and I don't know if I have the strength to tell him."

"Well, Ron and I can be there when you tell him, if you want."

"Really? That might be easier."

"Draco should bring Pansy and Blaise too. That way you can just let everyone know all at once."

"Yeah. I guess we should arrange a meeting."

"I already did. It's tonight in the Room of Requirement."

"Hermione!"

"You needed to talk to him anyway, and he asked for my help."

"Really?"

"Yes. He really likes you, Harry. Maybe once you get the truth out in the open, you can start over."

"Maybe. We'll see."

"Well, I'll go owl him to bring along Pansy and Blaise." Hermione rushed up stairs, leaving Harry in thought.

xXx

When midnight arrived, Draco, Pansy, and Blaise made their way to the seventh floor corridor. Upon opening the door, they saw a room done in calm blues. There were two sofas facing each other. On one sat the Golden Trio. The others quickly joined them and settled down on the other couch. Draco's eyes immediately went to Harry. He noticed the boy seemed tired. Hermione cleared her throat to gain everyone's attention.

"We asked you guys to come here today so that Harry could answer your questions and explain exactly what happened, so that you all would understand his recent behavior," Hermione started, "Harry? Start when you feel ready."

Harry took a deep breath and locked eyes with Draco. "Remember that night when you first found me playing the piano? I told you that I wanted my 'happily-ever-after,' and later told you about a friend of mine that had died in the war. Well, I slightly lied to you. She wasn't just my friend. Violet was my world. She was my girlfriend, and I killed her."

A/N: WHEW! Finally done! Sorry that took so long but the next chapter should be out sooner! Reviews help inspire me!