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sorry I shifed up Hoobastank's 'The Reason' but my mom put me on a time limit.

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No Answers For No Questions Asked


After depositing a now-sleeping Luna into her room,Harry retreated into his own,collasping onto his bed.To clear his head,he guessed,but what Luna said kept coming back to haunt him.
'Then why did you just leave me there?'

It's easier to run
Replacing this pain with something numb

And he found,staring into the blank ceiling above him,that the answer he gave her was lie.He knew he couldn't do it on his own.

It's easier to go
Than face all this pain here all alone

No matter how much he screamed about it,Harry had never been on his own.He had always had something to fall back on,and pushing away from Luna was a test he needed to see if he could endure.

Something has been taken
From deep inside of me
A secret I've kept locked inside
No one can ever see

And he failed.
Harry rolled over to face the wall as he heard Ron approaching the room.The door creaked open,and Harry pictured Ron poking his vividly colored head just barely poking through.
"Harry?You okay?"
Harry just rolled his eyes and faked a snored.

Wounds so deep they never show;they never go away
Like moving pictures in my head
For years and years they play

As the door slammed shut and Ron's footsteps faded,Harry sighed and rolled to face Hedwig's empty cage.

If I could change I would

He really was sick of being the way he was.Of being unworthy of the trusting gaze Luna gave him.
He never meant to take that trust away.

Take back the pain,I would
Retrace wrong move that I made,I would

The full effect of his mistake settled in like a sickness,uncomfortable and hated.The death-set girl,no matter how many times she said she didn't care,needed friends.They were like the companionship she never had,filling some gaping hole of loneliness to the point of pain.

If I could stand up and take the pain I would
I would take all the shame to the grave

Self-discovery sucks by itself,Harry thought,but figuring out stuff about your best friend hurts even more.
Now his excuse was apparent.

It's easier to run
Replacing this pain with something numb
It's so much easier to go
Then face all this pain here all alone

Just as he was about to get up and go explain his reasoning to Luna,the said girl opened the door,making Harry's eyes snap shut.
"Harry?"Harry almost laughed at how much she sounded like Ron,but was shocked to silence as the mattress lowered with her weight.Luna sat beside him silently.

Sometimes I remember
The darkness of my past

Suddenly,an image of his mother sprang quite clearly into Harry's mind,and though his eyes remained closed,tears began to spill out.
"Oh Harry..."Luna whispered,starting to stroke his hair.Harry felt the tears being wiped away.

Bringing back these memories
I wish I didn't have

But even though she was trying to help,the image of Lily and the pain intensified.Harry rolled over once again.He thought of snoring,but realised Luna was talking.
"You told me you didn't need him."

Sometimes I think of letting go
And never looking back

"But I know that you were lying.God,that hurt."

And never moving forward so
There would never be a past

"I know that he was the light in you light.You loved him,Harry."

If I could change I would

Why was she telling him this?
"So I'll bring him back.I'll die.It's a small sacrafice for your happiness."

Take back the pain,I would

"Because,I think you deserve happiness Harry,after all this time."

Retrace every wrong move that I made,I would

"And at first,that was my only justification for the pain I would bring my family."

If I could stand up and take the pain I would

"And then,I spent time with you,I got to know you.I realized that all the emotions you keep bottled up inside your heart was what was saving you now,the only thing keeping you alive."

I would take all my shame

"So I'll die for him.But more for you."

To the grave

"Because I love you."
Harry's eyes opened in shock,thoughts racing.But suddenly the middle of his bed wasn't sagging,and he rolled over;Luna was gone.

Just washing it aside
All of the helplessness inside
Pretending I don't feel misplaced
It's so much simpler than change

She loves me.
These three words rang in his head.
She loves me.
She loves me!!
So what would he do?Would he not face it?Would he turn away?

It's easier to run

Would he pretend he didn't know,because he didn't want to?Would he leave her wondering?No,he couldn't do that.

Replacing this pain with something numb

He would stand up to the pain.And he could do this.He could be something good for Luna.She would live.For Sirius.But more for Harry.

It's easier to go
Than face all this pain here all alone

I guess I have something to live for after all.For once in her life,He closed his eyes,Luna is wrong.
With a smile gracing his features,Harry fell asleep peacefully.



Song belongs to Linkin Park,Easier to Run

That was really good, post more soon!

Hey,faithful fans!


Guess what!I have a fantastic storyline coming up,but it involves bringing Sirius back,and I know some of you liked the fact that this fic showed how it was after Sirius' death.
SO...


BRING HIM BACK?


or


KEEP IT THE WAY IT WAS?


It's a vote!so vote!get other people to vote too!Have fun

Well that's hard, cuz I really want him to come back but....................I really don't want Luna to leave either! Hard decision.

Wonderful, simply wonderful!

I agree with Hermione*Granger. I want him back but I don't want her to go either. Oh and this chapter was great so post more soon please!

Veiled


Harry walked down to breakfast with a spring in his step.He was going to see Luna,she would look at him,he would take her hand and lead her into the living room,he would tell how he feels.

And he would finally have a happy ending....

I wanna live before I die
So don't say I have to cry
On one more freezing floor

"Where's Luna?"He said,faltering at the kitchen door.Luna wasn't there.
Wasn't there....

I ask you to open the door
And see
How things could've gone

Hermione stood up,her face stricken."Oh Harry...."
Dumbledore stepped in for the flustered witch."Ms. Lovegood has left."

The reason that it took so long
Before
You could figure out
That for so long I was...

"Gone where?"He asked stupidly.
"To the Chamber.The Veiled Chamber."

About to break
And there were no arms
To keep from hurting me
So now I'm searching back to see
How I never tried to ask for some sympathy

"Why?"His brain had turned to mush.Hermione clasped his hand.
"For Sirius,Harry...Sirius."Ron pulled her away and rubbed her shoulders.
"And nobody told me?"He glared at her.

Cause no-nobody wants to ride with me
Too far
Cause I might slip away
But in your arms I'd rather stay

"Well,you were asleep..."She fumbled.
"Since when have I ever needed beauty sleep before?"Harry shot.
Dumbledore intervened."Harry I know you're angry-"
"You know crap."Harry cut him down."So,who's gonna take me?"

You might just turn into something I like,
You might just turn into something I like,
You might just turn into something I
Lalalalalalalalalalalalalalalalala

They all looked at him questioningly.
"To the Department of Mysteries?Hello!We have to stop Luna!"Harry shouted.The dulcet tones were met with silence,then Tonks spoke up.
"Why?"

You might just turn into something I
Want to dream about
Something I can't live without

"Because I'm not that selfish,Tonks!I can't let her throw her life away because I can't deal with the fact that he...is gone."

My foot is in your hand
I want you to understand
How I could be confused
Right after being used

He felt a hand on his shoulder and glanced down and did a double-take to see Ginny.She looked at him solemnly.
"Then lets go save her."

But still you're here in spite
When I close my eyes to sleep at night

That was hours ago.Now he stared at a blank nothingness as sleep crept as the tide...pulling in,pulling out.He eyes flicked around under his eyelids,unaware of the growing closeness of the resting place of so many.

I gotta keep my pants on
I gotta check my pulse before
I've gone too far away to hurt
So I think I'll stay around
To hear you breathe
Saying all those words to me
Unraveling my fantasy while I drink my oleander tea

"Harry,c'mon."Ron pushed him awake and dragged him out of the second Ford,pushing him towards that blasted phone booth.
"Harry Potter,Rescue Mission."Harry slurred.The clanging brought him to full awakeness,and he took his badge silently.The lift was lifting,doing its job,and he was going to do his own.


This song belongs to Katy Rose."I Like"

I really like it, keep writing, reach for the stars!

Still going great. Keep adding more please!

Veiled Angel


Luna tried hard not to shake as the cross was put on her forehead.Daddy told her to be strong.Told her to look into the light and not look back.Not once.

I will not make
The same mistakes that you did
I will not let myself
Cause myself so much misery

"Luna Artemisia Lovegood,are you ready?"
The voice was deep,but the face was hidden beneath a hood.Luna nodded,then decided that wouldn't be enough.
"Yes."
The...shaman,she guessed,they were supposed to be quite powerful,bowed his hooded head and turned towards the veil.
"I always was."Luna whispered.

I will not break
The way you did
You fell so hard
I've learned the hard way
To never let it get that far

She just wanted him to come running through the door...and all he wanted was for Sirius to run through the veil.And now finally,something that he wanted would be given to him.

Because of you
I never stray to far from the sidewalk

But did she hate him for what she had become?

Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side so I don't get hurt

For making her something that she was,just had no need to be?

Because of you
I find it hard to trust not only me,but everyone around me

For being in love?

Because of you

Of course she did.She hated him.But in the end,that was what they came down to-if there was a they-hate.

I am afraid

"Luna Artemisia-"
"Just call me Luna.It won't matter when I'm dead."She said coldly.
"But in it you will bring new life-"
"And I will bring old death."

I lose my way
And it's not too long before you point it out
I cannot cry
Because I know
That's weakness in your eyes

"And I will bring hate."

I'm forced to fake
A smile,a laugh,everyday of my life.

"And for all the light I will bring,I will sit in my own fairytale oblivion alone."

My heart can't possibly break
When it wasn't even whole to start with

"I just want him here."
"You father?"The shaman asked kindly.
"No,I want the boy I love!I want the Boy Who Lived.I want him by my side."She controlled her tears and her hands knotted into fists.
"I want to say goodbye."

Because of you
I never stray too far from the sidewalk

"I'm sorry...Luna."
And he turned away from her and began the spell.

Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side so I don't get hurt

Just as in silly muggle movies she had watched,a wind started to blow around her and the veil slashed open in a muggy bluish flash.
Luna looked death straight in the eye.

Because of you
I find it hard to trust not only me,but everyone around me

Did she hate Harry?No.
Luna began to walk.

Because of you

Did she hate Sirius?No.
Love?No.

I am afraid

"Luna!"
Luna turned,hair whipping around her face.Harry and Ginny stood not five feet away from her.
"Luna,c'mon!"Harry said,reaching his hand out to her.

I watched you die
I heard you cry
Everynight in your sleep

"It's too late,the void is open."The shaman bellowed."She has to go."
"NO!"Harry yelled,and grabbed her hand,pulling her close.

I was so young
You should have known
Better than to lean on me

"Harry,someone has to go!"Luna shouted.
"Then let me go."A small voice said beside her.She looked at Ginny in terror."Ginny,no..."

And now I cry in the middle of the night
For the same old thing

"C'mon,it's the only choice."Ginny said,her eyes shining,a sad smile on her lips.
"No Ginny!"Harry screamed.
She looked up at him and whispered."I love you."
Then she was gone.

Because of you

A light surrounded them,and Ginny leaping was the last thing they saw before everything stopped.

Because of you
I never stray to far from the sidewalk

A panting sound was heard.Harry choked on his tears.He would know that sound anywhere.

Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side so I don't get hurt

"Sirius."He screamed."Sirius?"Luna shuddered against him.
"Ginny,oh,Ginny."She whispered.

Because of you
I try my hardest just to forget everything

"Harry?"A voice croaked.
"Oh my God."Harry whispered.Luna broke free of him and walked forward."Sirius?"
"Who's there?"

Because of you
I don't know how to let anyone else in

Harry followed to Luna into the haze,finding her sitting beside a barely there Sirius.
"I was gonna be your angel."She whispered."Ginny was my angel."
Harry looked towards the veil at her words.It lay in rubble.
"She was your angel,too."

Because of you
I'm ashamed of my life
Because it's empty

The veil itself was tattered.Luna had left Sirius and was now holding his hand.They walked through together,into the catastophe.

Because of you
I am afraid

Ginny's body rested in the middle.

Because of you

For the first time since her ordeal started,Luna cried.

Wow! That was a bit of a shock, but I loved every bit of it...It is SO good so far, I can't wait for more!!!

Hermione

I miss you,miss you so bad

I wish I could remember the last time I saw her.
I can't quite forget.....but Ginny,the last time I was with her...
That's all a haze.
But I won't forget her.I could never do that to her.Forget her shining face,or that outrageous red hair.Forget that she was my best friend,the only girl I knew that could look past the book.She was my friend,my savior,when the boys were stupid and blind.
Ginny saved me.
She was like Harry.I used to think that they'd be the cutest,but they were too much alike.Ginny has a saving people thing.No....Ginny had a saving people thing.
She's gone now.
I wish I could just remember her.

I don't forget you
Oh it's so sad

Harry

I hope you can hear me
I remember it cleary

I wish I could've save her.
I dream about her every night.And I'm better,faster,cleverer.I get her back,we figure out a way to save her.To save Luna.To save Sirius.But now...
I just wanna save her.
She's a hero.She's a fallen angel.She's the replacement first casuality.
She's dead.
They romanticize her,sing her praises.What about her life?She was amazing,she was smart,she was priceless,she is something we will never get back.
And it may not be my fault,as Luna keeps pleading to me,but she could be alive right now,laughing as we moped around.
I could've of saved her.
I wish I would've.

The day you slipped away
Was the day I found it won't be the same

Ron

I didn't get around to kiss you goodbye on the hand

I wish I could've said goodbye.
My sister's dead.It's gotten easier to say now.She's gone.She's not coming back.
I first I thought she had tripped in the rubble,and I still can't recall what Hermione was yelling in my ear.But my sister's eyes were the liveliest things dancing in the world,and they were dead.She stared up at a broken ceiling and broken hearts,her eyes glazed and clouded.
Her eyes were green.Swirling mass of green.Forest green,not bottle-ish like Harry's.Her eyes sparkled and flashed and could motivate you to do something,to be somebody.
And she will never open them again.She will never look at me and tell me she loves her brother,or glare at me and ask me what the heck was I doing in her diary,or glance at me and whisper encouragements before Quidditch.Never again.
I wish I could look her in the eye now.She was my little sister,and I should've been there.She is my little sister,and I wish I could say goodbye.

I wish that I could see you again
I know that I can't
I hope you can hear me,cause I remember it clearly

Luna

The day you slipped away
Was the day I found it won't be the same

I wish I could know where she went.
Is she in Hades,screaming a thousands curses,and crying the tears that are trapped behind my eyelids?Or in Heaven,among the angels that were the only ones who could equal her?

I have my wake up

I wish I could apologize.
I meant to jump,it was my choice.But it was her decision.
I am cowardly,and I was afraid.Afraid of death.My mom told me to always be strong,and I failed.

Won't you wake up?

I wish I could climb in that coffin with her and wake her up.
She's not dead,oh God,please don't let her be dead.
I want her to open her eyes and smile at me and tell me to stop being ridiculous,which she knew didn't work because I was always ridiculous.

I keep asking why

I wish I was strong.
As strong as her.Because she was Supergirl.Could do anything.And she saved me.I'm here today,standing upright,because Ginny was my angel.

And I can't take it

I wish I could heal them.
Make their eyes not seem so hollow.Convince Harry it's not his fault.It's mine,it's all mine.Make Hermione smile.Let Ron breathe.
Let them cry.

It wasn't fake

I wish it never happened.
Sirius never died,I never met Harry Potter.My whole past,rewritten.Never to know happiness.
But she would be alive.

It happened,you passed by

I wish......
It was all my fault,Ginny.I'm so sorry.I should've jumped,it should've been me.It isn't right.Your wings finally failed you.
It should've been me.
It's all my fault.I will carry this to the day that I die.It is my punishment.It is all that I have left to keep my heart together.I can't pick up the pieces,Gin.
I don't have wings.

Fallen From Grace

"Bless her,Ginerva Weasley,the angel from above.Blessed are we who were in her presence."
Holy water was sprinkled over the dead girl.
Luna stood.Walked,slowly,to her casket.

Now you're gone,now you're gone
There you go,there you go
Somewhere,I can't bring you back

She leaned down and kissed Ginny on her brow.
Ron stood up and joined her,softly grasping Ginny's hand.

Now you're gone,now you're gone
There you go,there you go
Somewhere,you're not coming back

"I'm sorry."Luna whispered.
"Goodbye."Ron said,then let go of his sister's hand.
The priest patted Ron's shoulder.The teens smiled wearily.

The day you slipped away
Was the day I found it won't be the same

Harry and Hermione joined them,and they watched their angel lowered into ground.

I miss you.

Speak(Heaven)

I lie in my bed and stare.
That's all I can do,is stare.And sometimes,when Harry leaves,I cry.
But I never speak,not even to the little girl.I'm safe inside myself.
The little girl is quiet.Most of the time,she visits with Harry.But on rare occasions,she visits all by herself.
She says her name is Moon.I know that's not it,but she won't tell me what it really is.It's like this girl is not herself.
Or maybe,she doesn't want to be.
She was the first one to speak to me.Well,technically,it was Harry,but he was screaming my name.
She was speaking of angels.I could tell her they are the most beautiful creatures in the world,but that would require speaking.
She's coming now.
She sits down,lowering the mattress a little.Her skin looks uncomfortable.
"Hello,Sirius."
I turn my stare to her,signaling her to continue.But she doesn't.Her fist clenches and she bites her lip.
Finally,she opens her mouth."No one's told you about her yet,have they?"
Her?Who is 'her'?The only 'hers' here are Moon,Molly,Tonks,and Ginny?By the way,where is that little tyke?I haven't seen her at all.
"She died for you."Moon says,and I actually blink.Moon steals a glance at my face,so I slip behind the mask.
"It was supposed to be me."She says.Her fist clenches harder and a drop of blood falls on the the quilt that lays at my feet.
I stare at that drop,thinking.Did I bleed?No,it was a Stunning Spell.James and Lily didn't bleed either....
She speaks again."It's all my fault,Sirius.The way they've been.When Harry comes in....don't look at his eyes.They're dead.And Ron...doesn't cry.And Hermione's just...there."
What about Ginny?How does she feel about this?How do you feel about,little girl?
She shakes her head."You haven't figured it out yet?"
I slowly shake my head.Don't fight the truth.
"She's gone,and she's not coming back,we buried her in the ground and she can't just get out,because she died for me and you and the love of her life."
I reach out,but the girl recoils.
"And I killed her."
Four words.Just four words,and my wall is shattered.This girl,Moon,bearing so much guilt...is just not right.
"She was an angel to the end,Sirius,you should know.Your eternal angel.And she's been gone all this time.I'm so sorry no one's told you."
Who is it?
This girl is an empath,that much I can tell,so can't she see my confusion?
"Ginny's dead."I get my answer.
What?Ginny?Red-head pint with a fiery temper?No way.She was too tough to die.Too young to die.
Lily died.....what point am I proving?
Because it's true.Ginny Weasley is dead.Her absense,Ron's face,the total vagueness of everyone's mood.It's real,and it hurts.
But that's the case with all reality.
Moon arises,and hurries to the door,stopping at the threshold.
"Sirius....what was the last thing you saw?"
And their faces....smiling,reaching out their hands,then that terrible blackness....
"Heaven."I whisper hoarsely.
Moon burst into tears.

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Together

Luna sat down beside Hermione,the only remaining girl in the house,and the two sighed simultaneously.
Hermione turned to the girl."Is he okay?"
Luna pondered this for a moment.

Something just isn't right
I can feel it inside

"No."She said at last."But I got him to talk."
Hermione fell silent.Luna looked at her,the most calculating look Hermione had ever seen on her face."And he's not okay either,is he Hermione?"
"His sister just died,what do you think?"Hermione snapped.Luna just stared at her.
"I think he's hurting you,Hermione."

The truth isn't far behind me
You can't deny

"I'm fine,Luna."Hermione snapped,fear flashing across her face that she had been so obvious."I've got to go."
Luna simply nodded and Hermione fled the room,eager to get rid of those haunting eyes.
"Ron."She breathed,bursting into his room.A ragged sob was quickly muffled and Hermione looked around,realizing that it was pitch dark.

When I turn the lights out
When I close my eyes

"Ron?"Hermione dropped beside him,staring up at his face."Are you alright?"She put her hands on his face,tracing the tears."What...?"
He roughly pushed her away.Hermione stumbled off the bed and stood in front of him.
"My sister just died,what do you think?"He repeated words Hermione had spoken only moments before.
She sighed."Oh Ron."She sat beside him again and attempted to wrap her arms around him.Again she was roughly pushed away.

Reality overcomes me
I'm living a lie

"Why are you pushing me away?"She cried desperately.He just turned his face away.She seized it in her hands and turned him to face her.
"No!"She said."It's me,Hermione.You can't push me away,Ron Weasley."
"Watch me."He said viciously,gripping her wrists."Hermione,I don't mean to hurt you,I just need my space."

When I'm alone
I
Feel so much better

"Need space?"Hermione said critically."Ron,please!Just let me help you!"
She clapped her hands over her mouth.
He turned so he was completely facing her."Help?What makes you think I need help?"

And when I'm around you
I
Don't feel....

Hermione clasped his hands in her own."Ron,that's not what I meant,and you know it-"
"No I don't know,Hermione!And neither do you!"Ron cut her off.

Together
It doesn't feel right at all
Together
Together we built our wall
Together
Holding hands we'll fall
Hands we'll fall

Hermione got up off the bed."I know you!I know how much pain you're in.I'm here for you,whenever you need me."
"Well,I don't."Ron said harshly.
Hermione felt like someone was tearing her heart.Ron,apparently not noticing,continued.
"Not now.Not ever.Not you,or Harry,or that crazy loon that killed my sister!I DON'T NEED ANY OF YOU!"

This has gone on so long

"Don't say that."Hermione realized,her brown eyes bright with tears.

I realize that I need

Ron stared at her."Don't do this to me."She said,glaring at him.

Something good to rely on

"Why not?"Ron yelled."You all deserve it!You killed my sister!"

Something for me

"No!"Hermione gasped out."I would never....how could you think...."
Ron stood."It's quite simple.Harry and you torture everyone into guilt about sacrificing Luna.You guilted Ginny into sacrificing herself."
"Ginny did it because she loved Harry,and she loved you!"Hermione retorted."You know that Ron!I'm sorry she died,Ron,it never should of happened,but you know Ginny better than anyone!She was your baby sister.....Would she of wanted you to hurt the ones you care for?"

When I'm alone
I
Feel so much better
And when I'm alone
I
Don't feel

An indescribable emotion passed the Weasley's face."No."He admitted quietly,sinking back to the bed.
"Then let me help you!Let me be there for you!"Hermione pleaded.He glared up at her.
"I-don't-need-help.Why don't you understand-"Hermione cut him off.
"I'm trying to,Ron,but you're breaking my heart!"

Together
It doesn't feel right at all
Together
Together we built our wall
Together
Holding hands we'll fall
Hands we'll fall

His gaze took on a shocked quality while Hermione again clapped her hands over her mouth.
"Hermione,"He said,walking towards her slowly."I would never try to hurt you-"
"Then listen to what you're saying.You're a good person,don't do this to me.I love you!"Hermione said,pummeling his chest with her fists.However,she backed away as she realized what she said.Ron was gazing at her,mouth open,convinced his ears were deceiving him.
"Ron?"Hermione pleaded softly.When he did not respond,Hermione hung her head,and backed away to the door.
As she left the room,though,she whispered something that knocked Ron out of reverie.
"I'm so sorry."

My heart is broken

Hermione tore open the door to her room.

I'm lying here.

The young Gryffindor flung herself onto the bed and hugged her pillow to her.

My thoughts are choking

Ron stared at where Hermione had just been,aware of the feeling sturring in the pits of his heart.

On you my dear

She meant so much to him....

On you my dear

He was everything to her....

On you my dear

The two starcrossed teens cradled their head in their hands and began to cry.

When I'm alone
I
Feel so much better
And when I'm alone
I
Don't feel
Together
It doesn't feel right at all
Together
Together we built our wall
Together
Holding hands we'll fall
Hands we'll fall

Downstairs the blonde quietly wiped away her own tears,whispered her own apologies,nursed her own breaking heart.
"What have I done?"