Day Twenty-Seven
Prompt: Soldier
"I heard you on the wireless," Capella said when George returned to the Burrow.
"I'm so glad you are staying here with us," George said as he took her in his arms. They kissed and Capella nestled into his chest. "I love coming home to you." Both Capella and Vega were temporarily living with the Weasleys. Their parents had gone into hiding after Orion was killed. "Plus, I know you're safe here."
"I like seeing you every day," she said. Suddenly, she pulled away and reached into the pocket of her jeans. "Ouch!" She withdrew her hand and examined the tips of her fingers.
"What's the matter?" George asked, confused at Capella's actions.
"It's hot," she replied. She reached into her pocket again and pulled out a galleon.
Just then, Fred rushed down the stairs and skidded to a stop in front of the couple. "It nearly burned a hole in my trousers!" He was holding a single gold coin.
Fred handed his coin to George, who inspected it carefully. "Bloody hell," he exclaimed. "We have to go. Right now."
"What? Right now?" Capella's eyes grew wide. "I'll go get Vega."
"I'm coming!" They heard Vega call from the stairs. "I'm sorry. I was sitting in the sun, reading. I didn't notice until my pants started to smoke." She pointed at a little scorch mark on the front of her jeans.
Fred looked around wildly. "What are we waiting for? We have to get to the Hog's Head." He turned and strode towards the door. Vega followed quickly but Capella remained rooted to the spot.
"Pell?" George reached out and brushed her hair out of her eyes. "Are you scared?" He laughed, knowing that she never admitted to fear.
Capella looked up at George. "Yes," she whispered, nodding her head slightly. "I can't do this." She took a few steps backwards, away from the open door.
"Yes you can," George said, surprised by her honesty. "You can do anything Pell." He grasped her hand gently, brushing his thumb over the little white scars on the back. He held out her hand for her to see. "You can overcome anything. Remember?" He kissed her forehead. "You're a soldier, Pell."
Capella breathed in deep and stepped towards the door. Vega called to them from the gardens and Capella smiled a little.
"We're fighting for everyone that can't fight for themselves. We're soldiers," George said.
Capella nodded and reached for his hand, "let's go together."