I hate this year. This is where everything changes. Stupid Slughorn. He didn't even choose me to be in his little "club." Oh well. At least Allie got in. She can tell me all about it. Harry's been awfully quiet these days. I think he's just starting to figure out the horocruxes and his feelings towards Ginny. They'll make a cute couple. If only I could help them along. Merlin! This is so frustrating!

"RACHEL!" Someone screams. I jump, being shaken from my thoughts. I focus and notice a second year Gryffindor standing right in front of me.

"Are you ok? I've been standing here for 5 minutes saying your name!" Sarah, I think that's her name, says.

"I'm fine. Just a little preoccupied is all," I explain.

"Well, if everything's ok, I have a letter for you from Draco Malfoy." My heart skips a beat as I hear his name.

"Thank you Sarah," I say as I take the letter from her. I immediately rip it open. My heart flutters as I start reading the note.

My Love,

Not a day goes by that I don't wish you were in my arms.

If only our two houses were one.

I'm sorry that I have been so distant lately and haven't been able to spend every moment with you (as I would like), but everything will be explained soon.

I promise.

As an offer of forgiveness, please meet me in the Room of Requirement tomorrow night for a candle light dinner and a night of romance.

I await your reply.

Your one and only,

Draco Lucius Malfoy

I quickly run up to the owlery and scribble my response on some parchment I have.

My Dearest,

I would be delighted to come and join you tomorrow evening.

I have missed you as well.

I think of you everyday.

Wish you were here with me now.

Your love,

Rachel Amelia Cohen

"Take this to Draco right away," I tell my owl Orion. I have to tell Allie and Taylor! I rush back to the common room.

"Aww, isn't he just adorable," Allie coos after reading my letter.

"Yeah…he's great," I sigh dreamily.

"Hey! Snap out of it!" Taylor says as she snaps her fingers in front of me.

"Yeah! We still have to pick out what you're going to wear on you're 'special' date," Allie says frantically starting to look through my wardrobe.

"'Special' date?" I ask.

"Uh huh. Allie and I believe that someone is going to have a very…how shall I put it… 'fulfilling' night tomorrow," Taylor explains.

"Guys…" I blush. They try to suppress their laughter. "Ok…maybe," I confess which makes them burst into laugher.

The Next Night

"Are you sure I look all right?" I ask nervously as I stare at myself in the full-length mirror.

"As we've told you a thousand times, you look perfect," Taylor sighs.

"I just want Draco to like what he see."

"If his jaw doesn't drop to the floor, then there's something wrong with this man," Allie chuckles.

I must admit, looking at myself a little closer, that I do look stunning. Taylor and Allie picked out the perfect dress. It is a spaghetti strap, v-neck dress that is light blue and sparkles. It fits my body perfectly. I must say that it's one of my favorite dresses that I own.

"It's time to stop worrying and get going," Taylor says and wakes me out of my dreams.

"Wish me luck," I say as I walk down the stairs and into the common room.

"GOOD LUCK!" They both shout from our room.

As I start walking through the common room, everyone stops what they're doing to look at me.

"What? Do I have something stuck in my teeth?" I question.

"Not at all, Rae. You look wonderful!' Harry says walking towards me from the couch. "If I wasn't so afraid of Malfoy breaking my nose again, I'd have you all for myself."

"Aww thanks Harry," I say giving him a quick hug."I better go. Draco's waiting."

"Have a great time. Promise me that you won't get hurt."

"I promise. Don't wait up!" I call as I rush out the door towards the Room of Requirement.