 Go YANKEES!!!
Oh don’t say sorry. It’s really alright. Some of my own friends forgot my birthday. No worries, forget them. I had a great b-day anyway. You’re really sweet guys. xoxoxo
Chapter 51:Leap Of Faith
The summer weather was absolutely perfect, not too warm but not too hot. Harry was of course staying at the Weasleys for the summer. Hermione and Draco were frequent visitors. Harry knew that Hermione was coming over today, so he wanted to get a head start before she arrived. He snuck out of the room without disturbing anyone. It was 5 in the morning and Harry made his way outside. He breathed in the fresh summer air, thankful that he was still alive to see another brilliant sunrise. Harry couldn’t help but keep smiling to himself. Today was going to be a good day. He arrived at his destination at 5:30 am. He was greeted by a yawning store owner by the name of Sam. “Thanks for doing this. I know you’re not a morning person.” Harry said. “Quite alright Mr. Potter. After what you’ve done, anything for you sir.” Sam replied. “Has he come yet?” Harry asked. “Not yet sir, but like myself he’s not a morning person. I expect he shall be here soon.” Sam said as another wide yawn surfaced. Tap, tap, tap. They both turned to see the source of the noise. “There he is.” Harry said. “Good morning Mr. Malfoy.” Sam said. “Hey guys, sorry I’m late.” Draco replied checking his watch. Sam laughed. “Late, yeah right. It’s quite early sir. Believe me, I would be sleeping in bed right now having sweet dreams, but like I told Mr. Potter, anything for him. Harry smirked and said “again thank you very much for this.” “Shall we get started?” Sam questioned. They both nodded. Within a few minutes, Harry shouted “I found it!”. Draco rushed over to see it for himself. “It’s beautiful. Good choice.” Draco announced. “I want this one Sam.” Harry told him. “A very fine choice indeed Sir. Here you are.” Sam said as he handed Harry the box. Harry handed Sam a bag full of gold in return. “Well I guess it’s my turn now.” Draco said as he started walking around the store some more. Then he suddenly stopped, he was speechless. Harry went over and couldn’t say anything himself for a moment. “Oh wow. That’s it. It’s perfect for her.” Harry said. “It is isn’t it? Yeah, that’s the one alright. Ok Sam, I’ll take it.” Draco replied handing over his money too. “I must say you two gentlemen have exquisite taste. They’ll love them. Good luck boys.” Sam said. “You’re a life saver Sam.” Harry replied. “I think you’re mistaken Mr. Potter, it is you who are the life saver.” Sam smiled. Harry smiled back and said “now go back to bed Sam. Take care.”
“We’re really doing this. Oh I can’t stand the wait, can you?” Draco asked him. “Not really, but just thinking about the outcome makes the wait worth it.” He replied. “It’s still really early, I was thinking about making Ginny breakfast in bed.” Draco said. “That’s a brilliant idea. Go for it. I was thinking about a picnic under the apple tree, surrounded by nice flowers. Then do it there. What do you think?” Harry asked excited. Draco smirked. “I think I’m wishing I would have thought of that first.” Harry gave Draco a playful push. “Today is truly going to change everything. You ready for this?” Harry asked seriously. “Believe it or not, I’ve been waiting for this day for awhile now.” Draco answered. They arrived back at the Burrow in good time. Everyone was still fast asleep. “Well I’m going to start that breakfast.” Draco said. “Hermione should be getting here soon, I’m going to get everything ready.” Harry replied. He went back outside and walked and walked until he found that perfect spot for the picnic. He set everything up. Conjured the blanket, picnic basket with good food, etc. He even tidied up the flowers so they looked even more beautiful. He figured some animals may not be able to resist the smell of the food so he set up a protective spell over the tree and picnic. His work for now was done so he returned back to the house. “Just finished and with perfect timing because I hear movement upstairs.” Draco told Harry as he entered the kitchen. “Good luck.” “Thanks.”
On his way to Ginny’s room, Draco passed Mr. Weasley and they both nodded to each other. Nobody knew that Draco had secretly talked to Mr. Weasley and had gotten his blessing. Draco knocked quietly on the door before entering it. Ginny was still asleep, she was so stunning that she looked like Sleeping Beauty. Draco was nervous but determined. He placed the breakfast on her bedside table and sat next to her on the bed. He gently touched her soft check, and brushed her hair with his fingers. Then he like the Prince in Snow White kissed his Sleeping Beauty. Ginny awoke and embraced Draco in a warm hug. “Good morning beautiful.” He said. “Hi. I thought you were coming later.” Ginny said. “I wanted to surprise you.” He replied. “What a wonderful surprise it is.” She said. “Here you go. I hope you like it. Oh and these are for you too.” He said as he gave her the delectable breakfast and flowers. “Wow, full of surprises aren’t you? Thank you. Oh it tastes delicious.” Draco watched her eat and was happy she liked his cooking.
“I love you Gin.” He said. “I love you too.” She said as she was admiring her flowers. “Before I met you I was someone I didn’t like. You changed me for the better. You made me see that there were good things in life. Things worth living for. You made me see that I am someone worth loving. You cared enough to give me a chance when for everything I had done in the past, I didn’t deserve it. You have made my life truly wonderful. I want to spend the rest of my life making you as happy as you’ve made me.” He said with love in his eyes. Ginny was shocked. “What are you saying?” She asked not believing what she was hearing. Draco then got on one knee and it was clear to her. “Ginny Weasley, will you marry me?” He asked exposing one of the most gorgeous rings. Ginny looked from the ring to Draco and jumped on him making him fall to the floor and her being on top of him. “Yes, I’ll marry you.” Then she gave him a spectacular kiss. As much as Draco didn’t want to, he pulled her off of him. “They’ll be plenty of time for that later. So we’re engaged?” He asked seriously. Ginny’s face lit up and she couldn’t stop smiling. “Yeah, we are.” Draco placed the ring gently on her finger and he watched her admire it for a minute or so. “What about my parents?” Ginny asked concerned. “I got their blessing already.” He replied. “How long have you been planning this?” She asked him. “Since the day I realized I loved you.” He answered. “Awww, you’re so sweet. I love you so much.” Once again they showed their affections for one another and then decided to tell everyone the good news.
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