Chapter 10



“Harry, I‘m really starting to worry you might have a fainting problem. This is ridiculous.” I said as he awoke. His face was pale, but other than that he looked fine. I started to wonder if James had fainting problem too, but after being in the Order of The Phoenix, its not something that people would go bragging about. This is the third time he’s fainted. I’m really starting to worry.

“I’m sorry Gin, but anything but a girl.” Harry said. I sighed and rolled my eyes.

“And what’s wrong with a girl?”

“The obvious. When she gets older, the guys will be all over her. Like they were with you.”

“But Harry, its going to be years before that. I‘m sorry to say, but it‘s going to happen either way.”

“Thanks for the help, Gin.” He said sarcastically, making a move to get up.

“Well, what else am I supposed to say? ‘Yes Harry, your daughter will be completely unattractive and no boys will have any interest in her whatsoever. She’s going to die alone with 13 cats.’ Why would I say that If I know it wasn’t true?”

“To make me feel slightly better.” He said. “And why cats? I mean, it should at least be dogs or something. ” I scoffed at him and put my hands on my hips.

“Harry, you‘re unbelievable.”

“Is that one of the reasons you married me?” He asked teasingly. But clearly I was not in a mood. But he couldn’t tell. He gave me a goofy grin.

“No, dear, that was not. I married you because you were sweet and loving and a wonderful person and many other reasons. Where has that sweet quality gone?”

“Its still here.” He told me, rising.

“It must be buried deep beneath, then, because I can’t find it. Your daughter isn’t even born yet and you are wishing she lived alone for the rest of her life with 13 cats.” I told him. “And you know what? You just might live alone with 13 cats.” I told him and then stormed out of the doctor’s office. He didn’t follow me, and I was glad. I needed some time to myself.

I walked, or rather waddled, without knowing where I was going, without having a definite location. I just let my feet guide me, as if they had a mind of their own. Without even knowing it, I had reached a cemetery. I recognized Vienna their. She held Jason’s hand, who stood there, staring up at his mother with curious eyes. I was curious myself, and found myself walking up to her, but a second later wishing I hadn’t. This was obviously a private moment which I shouldn’t have walked in on.

She looked up at me with red, puffy eyes. Her eyes widened when she realized it was me, Ginny Potter, and she quickly wiped the stray tears from her eyes.

“Oh, I’m sorry.” She says quietly. I’ve got my eyebrows furrowed, wondering why she was the one who was apologizing.

“I’m sorry? I’m the one who should be apologizing. I walked in on you.” I said softly. But still she shook her head.

“No, no, its fine. You didn’t know. I was just…paying him a visit.” She said, her eyes drifting back to the tomb. I followed her gaze. And I understood the reason for her tears.

“Robert died just a few months ago. Its been really hard, you know, raising Jason on my own, and now I have another on the way. But I’m trying.” She said, her voice cracking. And just by instinct, I hugged her really tight. I couldn’t imagine how hard it was for her. Despite how much Harry gets on my nerves, the reality of it was that he could be gone just like that. And I don’t know what I would have done.

“I’m really sorry. I can’t possibly know what you’re going through. But it really is hard losing a loved one. I lost a brother. And I miss him very much.”

“Thank you. I’m really sorry about that. And about this. This is not the way I want people to see me.”

“I-I would have never thought. After how h-happy you seemed earlier.” I stuttered, lowering my eyes in shame for not realizing it.

“That’s the point. I don’t want pity. I’d be grateful if you didn’t tell.” Vienna had asked me.

My eyes widened in surprise. Does she think I would stoop so low already? “No, of course not. This moment won’t be mentioned to anyone ok?” I turned and found Jason still staring up at his mom. “He‘s a curious one. But he‘s such a sweetie.”

“He is. I think he likes you. He normally cries around strangers.”

“Well, I guess I’m no longer much of a stranger. We should meet up again.”

“Definitely.”

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I walked back into the doctors office, leaving with Vienna’s address. I found Harry waiting for me, and I immediately walked into his arms. He was taken aback, I could tell. I guess he was expecting another blow.

“You‘re not mad?” He asked, incredulous.

“No. I just had a change of heart. You remember that lady, Vienna?” I asked him.

“Yes. What about her?”

“I think I just made a new friend. I will be visiting her next Saturday. Will you come?” I asked him, looking up into those brilliant green eyes. He nodded and I smiled.

“of course.”

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Hermione had come over today. She was wearing a beautiful summer dress, and her hair had been straightened. It hung way past her shoulder’s, soft as a feather. I waddled over to her, and gave her a warm hug.

“Gin, are you sure you’re not going to fall over?” She asked me, concerned.

“No, ‘Mione. I’ve got it under control. How are you?” I asked her.

“Lovely. Gin, you just saw me last week. Not that long.”

I put my hand over my chest, and feign a shock. “Well, excuse me if I just happen to care. Excuse me if I love you and wonder how your day was going. But I guess I‘m not getting the favor returned. You Weasley’s are all the same. Tell me when was the last time I spoke to my poor dear brother.” I told her in a dramatic voice, now leaning my head back and putting my hand over my forehead in mock despair.

“Tuesday.” Hermione said, trying to sound serious but a giggle escaping her lips.

“And what is today?”

“Thursday.” She said.

“48 hours are much to long. Too long I tell you!” The Hermione starts to play along.

“Oh yes, I know love. But don‘t you worry. I‘ve been feeling neglected as well.” I says. I look up to her and pout my lips and encourage her.

“Do tell. Let it all out! I am your temporary therapist. Let all your feelings spill.”

“Well, Dr. Potter,” She said, “Ron‘s changed. I mean, I know that it’s the new thing. But I just want to be loved!”

“Let it out! Go on, ‘Mione.” I tell her.

“But I see he has someone new, or better yet, some things.”

“And what are those things?”

“The Xbox 360, the PS3, and food!” She cries. I burst out laughing. I would suck at being a therapist.

“Well there‘s only thing to do. An intervention.”

“What the bloody hell is going on here?” And that when we noticed Harry standing there, hands crossed and mouth hanging open.


“Oh, Harry. I didn‘t see you standing there.” Hermione said, a bright shade of pink appearing on her cheeks, her voice faltering.

“Well, obviously. Or this wouldn’t have continued for the last 10 minutes.” He said.

“You were there through the whole thing?” I asked, surprised.

“Yes, and I must say it was quite entertaining. Ron would love to hear about this.” He smirks.

“You wouldn’t.” Hermione gasps.

“Oh, I would. And I did.” And suddenly, there is Ron walking out the kitchen with a big sandwich in his hands. He smiles widely. He takes a bite out it.

“Hi, ladies.”

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A/N: Well that's the 10th chappie. I was kinda everywhere in this one. Mainly because I didn't quite have a goal for this one, other than the bit with Vienna. Tell me what you think? And also, I'm having some trouble picking a name because I can be picky even if its just a character, yadda yadda. Anyways, if you've got any ideas, just give me the list in your replies? Please and thank you =).

Much love,

Jocelynn

And thank you KatielovesHP