Chapter 4: Time

I was so happy to hear Dumbledore dismiss everyone at the end of dinner later that day, so I could hit the Quidditch Pitch and see my "Secret Admirer." I was talking with Seamus again and showed him my note.

He read it over and smiled at me. "So, whom do you think it's from?"

I shrugged, trying not to blush as I hoped it was him. He smiled back, nibbling on some corn. I was full, so I clapped him on the back like we used to and left.

When I got back to my room, I got changed into some cleaner robes and waited for the time to pass by reading.

About an hour later, Seamus came in to get changed, too. I nodded to myself, accidentally sneaking a peek at his nub.

I checked my watch and realized the time. I was still early when Seamus left, conjuring up a rose and walking out the door of the dormitory with a quick wink my way.