AN: You see I probably could've gotten 3 or 4 chapter out today if I was committed, but I had yard work :C But I hope you all like it anyways, I put my 100% into it! :D
SUMMARY: It's been six years since Phoenix had last seen the one who tore her down, and it was hard to deal with. Now that she's 23 and has her life on track, she's putting her family first by getting a job with the Quibbler after she quits her ministry job, and is the maid of honour at her sister's wedding. But when an unexpected guest arrives, Phoenix's feelings go on a turn...
DISCLAIMER: I dont own, and never will, own Harry potter. The only character that belongs to me is Phoenix. The rest belongs to JKR. :)
Chapter 5:
-x-
Next morning was blissful, as all I could think about was the kiss I got last night. It was what I'd longed for after 6 years, 2 months and 2 weeks. But I couldn't tell anyone about it. I sighed, slumping my head against my pillow. I didn't want to get up. But I had work today. Stupid ministry. Anywho, Perry had sent me a letter saying that a boy inflated his grandmother for kissing hi too much. We had to get down there as soon as possible. So I put on a grey long-sleeved blouse, a navy blue pencil skirt, a black blazer, put my hair up, washed my face, brushed my teeth, and finally, grabbed my wand, and apparated to the ministry.
As always, people were buzzing around. Headed to the main office, where Perry was eating doughnuts.
"How did the date go?", she asked.
"It was brilliant. They all devoured the cake a brought, and Mrs. Malfoy was delighted with the plates I got", I smiled. She gasped slightly, licking her fingers.
"Could've told me you were dating one of the Governors for Hogwarts! You need to make sure that Jesse gets a letter next year!", she exclaimed.
"We're not dating", I said, "It's been six years, two months, 2 weeks, and 1 day since we broke apart, and now, we're sprouting a friendly relationship".
"Yeah, okay. You were glowing when you walked into the room. You know something's wrong when that happens to you, especially since you're entering the ministry", She smirked.
"He kissed me", I muttered.
"Oooh! Congratulations! What has it been, 6 years, 2 months, 2 weeks, and a DAY since you've been kissed?", she mocked.
"Actually... No. The last time I was kissed was 2 months before he left me", I said quietly.
"Ohh... Well, best be getting that boy's grandmother back. I think it's Mrs. Lupin...", She said.
"Teddy Lupin inflated his grandmother!", I laughed, "I knew one day he'd do that". We took our wand and headed over to the scene, where a lady was floated up on a tree.
"You do the moving, I'll do the erasing", I said. Perry nodded, bringing the old woman down and 'poking' a hole in her.
"Obliviate", I said, swish my wand. We apparated out of the place before the woman could get up and wonder where she was.
The rest of my time at work was fin. Quite spectacular, really. It was a perfect day. I didn't even have any Felix Felicis either. I sighed as I walked though the door.
"Luna sent you another letter", Xeno said, handing me an envelope, "Seamus and Lavender sent you a thank you card, i put it of the fridge".
"Thanks dad, did you have a good day?", I asked, sitting on the sofa and opening the envelope.
"Yes, just working on the wedding announcement for another couple. I think you know them. Mr. And Mrs. Malfoy?", He asked.
"Yes, I know them. As well, I'll be there", I smirked. Opening the envelope, I realized that this letter would be MUCH lengthier than the last one I got.
-x-
Dear Phoenix,
I'm pregnant. I figured this out just a few days ago. Rolf and I were going to wait until the night of our wedding... But it just happened. About 2 weeks ago from what I think. But anywho... Tomorrow we'll be coming home! Make sure to tell Dad!
I really need your help with baby planning, even though you don't know what to do. We're buying the house across from Dad's. I need help with the baby shower, and the registry, and all that jazz. Because Rolf's oblivious to what we have to do.
"I'm thinking it's a boy. But i'll be happy if we have a girl too. I'm going to Mungo's for a health check after we get back, even though I might get some jet lag. I don't see why we needed to take a plane. We could've apparated.
But oh well, we've had a wonderful time. Thanks again for booking it. Rolf bought me anther charm to keep the Nargles away.
I wonder if I'll have 2 boys? Or girls. If there's 2 girls, we've decided to name them Magdalena and Phoenix. And if there's boys; Lorcan and Lysander. Cute, right?
Draco sent me a letter as well. He wishes the both of us a fun trip. He said his parents are renewing this Saturday too? So tomorrow? Hope you picked bright colours.
I think you should really stay with Draco. He says very nice things about you in the letters. He missed you for a long time, Phoe. Maybe... Just maybe... He loves you like you do?
And don't say that you don't love him. You do. You just have to believe yourself. Because I believe in you.
Hope you had a smooth week, and that the ministry isn't picking at your bones too much.
With Love and Pixie dust,
Luna Scamander.
-x-
I swear this girl had a domino effect. Of course I loved Draco. I hadn't stopped for 6 years, 2 months... You get it. I've loved him for a long time. But I'm not going to just let someone in after they've done so much damage. I sighed, working on a reply to her.
-x-
I was sleeping silently, until heard hustling ad bustling outside my window. I stretched, yawned, woke up, and the opened it.
"What is this, throwing pebbles? It's like...", I trailed off, yawning.
"I know, it's early, but come with me", He said. I hopped out of my window from the 3rd story, casting a hover charm before landing. Looking down to see I was in my penguin jammies, I sighed.
"Come one now, tell me what it is. I have people to pickup at the airport and work to do tomorrow", I mumbled.
"Did you know that Voldemort has a Daughter?", He asked.
"Nope, I didn't until now", I sighed.
"Well, she's going after someone. Teddy Lupin to be exact", Draco said. I gasped slightly.
"What does she want?" I asked.
"His DNA. To be a metamorphous like him. And she's going to have to kill him to do it", Draco said.
"I'm going to Harry's house right now, come with me!" I exclaimed, grabbing his arm and apparating. We arrived to the front of his house. I ran up to the door, knocking rapidly.
"HARRY! OPEN THE DOOR! OPEN THE BLOODY DOOR!", I yelled, and it swung open.
"Voldemort's Daughter... is after Teddy. You have to go some place safe..", I said, before collapsing and falling asleep on the ground. I felt someone pick me up and then I just crushed onto my bed.
-x-
And then I woke up from that terrible nightmare. I stumbled out of bed, and sent my owl to Perry, telling her I'm picking Luna up and skipping work. I didn't care if I got fired, truthfully.
Putting on a pair of track pants, I woke my dad up and told him where I was going. Tiredly, he nodded, and I heading to the airport. Sitting on a chair, quietly awaiting the couple, I heard someone squeal.
"Phoenix!", Luna yelled, leaving Rolf with all the bags. I smiled and hugged her.
"How was the vacation? I know you've sent me letters stating it was amazing, but still", I sighed, "Congratulations on the news of a baby".
"Oh, thank you. Hope it's a boy", He smiled, putting an arms around Luna and a hand on her slender-for-now stomach.
"Now, we best be getting home. Dad's been itching to see you two again", I smiled. The nodded, holding their bags tightly as we apparated, making sure that nobody was looking, of course.
-x-
"Ahh, It's my Lu-lu!", He smiled at Luna, giving her a big hug, "And nice to see you too, Rolf", Doing the same. I headed up to my room so I could go back to sleep, seeing as I woke up at 4 and waited for 3 hours fro Luna and Rolf to come home.
"Phoenix, could I talk to you?", a dreamy voice popped into my room. I sat up and groaned a little.
"Yea, sure, what is it?".
"Well... It's about Draco. You see, his parents have forced him to meet this girl. Her name is Astoria. They're hoping the two of them wed", she said, a grim look on her face, "I'm sorry.
I felt sad when I thought of it, slumping down, "But... Did you say he loved me?", I squeaked.
"Well, that's what he said. But... Watch out for this Astoria. She's Rich, Pure-blooded, and... Full of Nargles and wrackspurts. You might have to win him over this time around", Luna said.
"Thanks for telling me, Lu", I sighed, "You should go back to Dad, and Rolf", I said. She nodded, patting my hand and leaving the room, shutting the door quietly.
I wiped my eyes. I wouldn't cry. Not another tear over Draco Lucius Malfoy. I'd promised myself that, more than 6 years ago. I sighed softly, sitting up in my bed and reading some of the Quibbler, trying to take my mind off of things.
Maybe I should write him a letter. One filled with rage. Yes, that's it.
-x-
Draco Malfoy,
You aren't even worth the 'Dear'. You are a lying, cheating, hurtful Git! I can't believe you! One night you kiss me, and the next, your prowling on some pure-blood with lots of money! I cant believe I ever loved you! I can't believe that you were once the person who I would do anything for.
Now there's no way in hell I'm showing up at the wedding! Don't even think about it! Stay with your beautiful witch that your parents made for you!
Just tell me something simple, please; why? Why did you do this? You kissed me... And the you found another girl. I should've known. It was a dream. A prank. Completely and utterly unreal. You've hurt me again and again. You haven't changed at all.
Don't even bother writing back to explain yourself. You better feed my owl, Specificus. And he better be back 5 minutes after you read it.
Sending you the worst luck,
Phoenix Lovegood.
-x-
I was positive there were a few tears on the paper, but I ignored them, sending my letter, and going to the den.
"Screw this, screw this, and screw this!" I yelled, slamming my fist on the desk. I breathed in heavily for a second, and then hopped through the window, heading to the park. I sat on the bench, pulling my knees to my Chet. There was a presence; A female one.
"I'm sorry..." The girl said.
"About what?" I sneered back, "What did you do?".
"You seem to think I'm dating Draco Malfoy..." responded the girl.
"So you're Astoria?" I asked. She nodded, "Keep your clean hands off of him before a ship you to Azkaban. I work for the ministry, you know", I growled.
"I came to tell you I mean no harm. And that he and I are only friends. In fact, I'm engaged to someone already..." She said. Letting go of my knees, I stood up.
"Thank you..." I whispered, before running off to Draco's house. Just remember... It was the biggest house on the street. I kept running. And then, cliché enough, it started to rain. 8 in the morning... And grey clouds swept over the sky. I sighed, breathing heavily.
Knocking on the door like a madmen, I started yelling.
"OPEN THE DOOR RIGHT NOW! OPEN IT OPENS IT OPEN!" I screamed. Nobody answered. I sighed, choking on my breath. I lifted my wand quickly.
"Alohamora!" I yelled, the door swinging open. I ran to the great room, to see him pouring himself a drink. I trembled on my words quickly. I looked at him, his eyes being wide in surprise. I grabbed him by the collar.
"You scared the crap out of me!" I yelled, hugging him tightly "I was about to kill you!".
AN: This took me too long to write, I'm sorry to all who like my story. Well, this is the... 5th chapter? Wow, it's going so quickly~! But anyways, please review (: