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Chapter 8

The Burrow, Ottery St. Catchpole- Sunday, June 27th1993

Harry slowly woke from his slumber when he became aware of the sleeping form of Ginny on his chest. He smiled as he pulled her closer to him. Ginny began to stir when she felt Harry pull her closer and slowly opened her eyes. A smile appeared on her face as she lifted her eyes to see Harry smiling at her.

Morning

Morning Harry

I don't remember going to sleep up here, do you?

I don't either, how did we end up this way?

Dunno, but we should get up before your brothers see us this way

You're probably right but I'm soooo comfy

I would like to live longer than my second year

With that Harry made his way out of bed before placing a small tender kiss upon Ginny's forehead. Harry made his way out of Ginny's room to go back into his room. When he left the room, and started down the stairs he noticed the two eldest Weasley siblings. Having met the rest of the brothers, Harry figured he was looking at a rather irritated looking Charlie Weasley.

Charlie's home Harry said to Ginny through the bond

He just saw you come out of my room

Yup Harry gulped as he made his way into his room that Charlie previously inhabited.

Do you think they know

I don't know but if looks could kill Charlie would have had better luck killing me than old Voldy

Harry quickly made his way into the room shutting the door. He made his way to the dresser to change into some clothes for the day. As he was pulling off his shirt to change, he heard a knock on the door and without waiting for an answer Charlie Weasley walked through the door.

"Harry." Charlie said sternly, holding out his hand for Harry to shake. Harry quickly put on his shirt and shook his hand. Charlie gripped his hand tightly asserting his dominance.

"Charlie, I presume." Harry said, trying to keep his composure together. As Harry stood shaking his hand as the remainder of the brothers made their way into Charlie's room the last being George who closed and locked the door behind him.

This is it, this is how I die

Dramatic much

"So, Harry, we've just had a chat with our parent's last night. Found out an interesting piece of information we did." Charlie spoke once again.

"Ah, and that would be?" Harry said.

"We know about you and Ginny." Charlie spoke again. The twins looked rather amused with the situation. Bill looked kind of annoyed, having known this information for much long. Percy seemed indifferent, and Ron looked in the right mood.

"Found out that bit did you?" Harry asked, trying to sound more confident than he felt.

"We have, and I have to say Potter, I don't like the idea of you with my sister?"

Harry James Potter, don't you dare let them talk down to you. Stand up for yourself, stand up for us!

"Look Charlie, I'm sorry, but it's not a situation I saw myself in either."

"We'll be watching you Potter. No more sharing a bed with our little sister." Charlie said sternly.

"Oh, come off it Charlie, they are kids. "Bill defended.

"You're right Bill, they are kids and do you remember what you were like when you were a 13-year-old kid? I don't want him around our sister." Charlie yelled.

"Look Charlie, I don't need you talking about me like I'm not here. I don't know what you were like when you were my age, but I'm not going to hurt your sister. We were both thrown into this situation and we will handle it the best we can, together."

"Charlie, I think we owe them the benefit of the doubt. Our sister is going through a lot and sitting here yelling at Harry isn't helping. Let him get dressed, you can badger him later." With that the brothers walked out.

"Ron, can we talk?" Harry asked. Ron looked back at his friend with anger and continued walking with his brothers out of the room.

"Don't worry Harry, he'll come around." Fred said, slapping Harry on the back.

"Yeah, he'll be fine, git can't stay mad forever." George responded.

"Yeah, it's Ron, he can only stay mad for 5, 10, 20 years." Fred joked.

"Wow, lots of help you guys." With that Fred and George walked out of the room leaving Harry alone.

Harry finished getting dressed for the way and slowly made his way downstairs. He found Fred and George joking with Ginny at the kitchen table. Bill was talking to Mr. Weasley. Mrs. Weasley was placing the remainder of the food on the table. Ron and Charlie were sitting in the living room. Ron was intentionally not looking at Harry, and Charlie couldn't keep his eyes off of him.

He's going to kill me, Harry thought.

Dramatic

Without thinking Harry made his way to the kitchen, sat next to Ginny, across from Fred and George, and took Ginny's hand.

"Morning" Harry said to the table in general, even though he had seen the majority of the kitchen's occupants before coming downstairs.

"Morning Dearie, you're just in time, breakfast is ready!" Mrs. Weasley said, making her way to the table. "Ronald, Charlie breakfast is ready. Ronald do be a dear and get Percy from upstairs." Ron made his way upstairs and Charlie made his way to the kitchen. Charlie made it a point to sit next to Fred, and the best place to keep an eye on Harry and Ginny. Ron came back into the kitchen with Percy and they all sat down.

Conversations flowed through the table Fred and George joked with each other. Ron sat quietly sulking to himself. Charlie joined in some conversations with his father and eldest brother about quidditch while paying close attention to Harry and Ginny. Mrs. Weasley listened as Percy told him about his hopes for Head Boy. Harry and Ginny sat quietly to themselves occasionally speaking when Fred and George would joke at them. Charlie noticed how Harry would hand Ginny food without her asking and Ginny the same.

I've got something to tell you

In case you haven't noticed Harry I can hear you now

Very funny Gin, but I would like to talk out loud

I know a place we can go after breakfast

Sounds good

"Hey Gin, pass some sausage." George yelled across the table. Ginny passed the sausage to George and jumped as she heard the pop of apparition from outside. The table turned to see Albus Dumbledore walking from the garden towards the house. Mr. Weasley rose to greet the aged man at the door.

"Albus, good to see you, what brings you here this early? We were sitting down to breakfast, why don't you join us." Mr. Weasley asked.

"Thank you, Arthur, I apologize I cannot stay long. There are some things I would like to discuss privately with you and Molly as well as Harry and Ginevra."

"Ah yes, Ginny, Harry and Molly dear, why don't we go into Ginny's room with Albus."

The group made their way up to Ginny's room. Ginny and Harry sat on the bed while the adults conjured chairs to sit comfortably around the room.

"I have done a bit of research last night and I found a very important piece of information about the bond."

"Is this about what happened to Ginny and Harry yesterday?" Mrs. Weasley asked.

"It is, it seems the reaction to the separation can be a normal side effect of the bond in some couples. Increased time apart can have an adverse effect on the bond. It can lead to weakening of the two of you and longer time apart can lead to the two of you collapsing like you did last night. The longer you stay apart or the more your magic and your bond is tested, the more you'll be unconscious."

"Albus, what does this mean? How can we handle this?" Mrs. Weasley asked concerned.

"Well Molly, we can't know just how long they're okay being apart. The best thing we can do is make sure the pair are together as much as possible. Harry and Ginevra, I have to ask when the two of you spend the night together, do you feel better in the morning? More refreshed and energized?"

Harry and Ginny looked at each other rather than at the older wizards and Ginny spoke up.

"Yeah, it's like the best night sleep. I've never woken up feeling so energized."

"In the hospital wing the two of you were able to stay closer together, although you went to class separately, you came back and were able to recharge together. My research found the bond needs to recharge, it gives you energy and recharges the magical core the two of you share." Albus stated. "Now, Molly and Arthur, I know you might not like this. But I think it is in the best interest of the young couple if they stay together at night, and as much as possible during the day."

Sleep together Harry thought nervously.

"Oh Albus, you cannot be serious. They are only children." Molly belted.

Afraid of me are you Potter? Ginny thought

Afraid of your brothers is more like it

They should be afraid of me

"I understand your concern Molly, but it is in their best interest. This will keep them healthy and strong and avoid the situation that took place last evening."

"Albus, she's 11 years old. She is too young for this." Arthur said speaking up this time.

I am too young to be married but here we are Dad

"Unfortunately, they are both very young for the situation that they have found themselves in. But, given the recent situation it is safe to say they are more mature than most children their age. I also trust that you did well in raising your daughter to be a sensible young woman, who won't do things she isn't prepared for."

Oh gods. I don't want my Headmaster talking about this

"Is this the only option we have Albus?" Mr. Weasley asked.

"I'm afraid so Arthur. I hope the need to stay so close will slowly fade, but only time knows the answer."

"If this is what you think is best." Arthur stated defeated.

Your dad is taking this well

Mum isn't Ginny, nodding to her fuming mother.

"Arthur, you cannot be serious, can you? There is no way, I cannot allow it! I have been very understanding of this situation until now, but this?"

"Molly dear, I'm not a fan of this either. But they will be under our roof and we will be able to keep a close eye on them. And Albus is right, I think we raised Ginny well enough to know when the proper time for things are."

"Arthur..." Molly started with tears beginning to form. "This is our baby."

"I know Mols, it'll be alright." Mr. Weasley walked over to his wife wrapping a hand around her from behind.

"Harry, Ginevra, how does it sound to the two of you?" The Headmaster asked.

"Sounds good." Ginny said, trying not to sound too excited.

"Yeah, sounds good, Professor. I promise Ginny and I aren't worried about anything like that."

"Well then, it is settled. In any case I think it is important that the two of you talk to the young couple about…." Albus said with a cough. "Well I must be off, see you all soon."

Oh god, mums going to give me the talk

Your dad is going to give me the talk or worse your brother Harry said groaning inwardly.

"Headmaster, before you go can I have a word?" Harry asked.

"I'm afraid I'm in a bit of a rush, but I will be by later this week to check on the two of you, we may speak then." And with that the Headmaster left.

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