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There is a flashback in this chapter. The flashback takes place in James' 5th year and Hailey's 4th. Also, the story is going to progress a little quicker..the climax is definitely coming soon.
Chapter Six
James Potter waited impatiently in the Gryffindor Common Room. He'd finally asked Hailey Weasley out on a date. It was a Hogsmeade visit for the students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He had the whole date planned. James wanted it to be special because it was their first date. Now, only if his date in question would show up. She was taking forever and they were going to be late for his first part of the date. He checked a mirror to make sure his hair was still in place. James like his hair neatly brushed. A few minutes later, Hailey walked down the fourth year girl's dormitory stairs.
"Ready?" asked James.
"Yes."
"Good. If we hurry we can make it to the first place of our date."
"First place?" asked Hailey.
"Yes, I have the whole date planned."
"Oh. So what's first?"
"We have a reservation for lunch."
Hailey smiled at him. "Sounds good."
The two of them met up with the rest of the students who were going to Hogsmeade. Once in Hogsmeade, James took Hailey to the Three Broomsticks. They walked inside and stood by the counter.
"Is this where we're eating?" she asked.
"Not exactly." James eyes wandered around. He spotted the person he was looking for. "I'll be right back."
Hailey watched him walk away. She tapped her fingers on the counter while she waited. Five minutes later, James came back but this time he was holding a basket.
"Alright, let's go," he said.
Hailey followed him outside. "What's in the basket?"
James smiled at her. "You'll see."
He took her hand again and led her to an area just outside of Hogsmeade. He opened the basket and pulled out a blanket.
"Are we having a picnic?" she asked.
"Yes."
Hailey waited for him to tell her that he was joking. "James, it's the middle of winter."
"I know."
"And it's snowing."
"You are very observant," he remarked.
"And we're having a picnic?"
"Yes," stated James as he pulled out a stone from the basket.
"Ok, I'm confused."
James laughed. "Don't worry. I've thought this through."
"I hope so."
He pulled out his wand and pointed at the stone. As he casted a spell, the stone began to get bigger and change shape. Hailey watched in awe as he transfigured the stone into a gazebo. He moved the blanket inside the gazebo. When he was finished, he grabbed the basket and offered Hailey is other hand. She took it and allowed him to lead her inside. As soon as she was inside the gazebo, she felt completely warm. They were outside having a picnic in the snow and they were completely warm.
"This is amazing," she stated.
James smiled at her. Thank Merlin Noah gave him this idea he thought. "I wanted to do something special for you."
"You did."
"I'm glad you like it."
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The Hogwarts Express arrived at Hogsmeade Station. Noah, Will, Hailey, and Leah climbed into a carriage.
"This is it guys, our last carriage ride. All we have to do now is go to a couple classes and before we know it, we're graduating," stated an excited Will.
"Don't forget quidditch mate," chimed in Noah.
"And the ball," added Leah.
"The ball?" asked Will.
"You do realize there's a Graduation Ball. It takes place a week before graduation," explained Leah.
"Ever since the death of Voldemort, there has been a Graduation Ball. It's mandatory for all graduating students," added Hailey. "Students who are not graduating can't go."
"Well, I don't want to go," said Will.
"You have to," demanded Leah. "And you're taking me."
"But I hate ball's," he complained.
"You've never been to one," she stated.
"That is not the point."
"Oh well. You're going. End of discussion."
Will stayed quiet. Why do girls always win he thought.
"Hey Noah. Do you know who you're going to ask to the Ball?" questioned Leah.
"Uh. I haven't really thought about it. I still have awhile to decide."
"Better ask someone soon. Mostly everyone in our year has a date already."
"You can take Hailey," suggested Will.
Noah glanced at Hailey. He knew that Hailey and James had decided to go together, but that was before they broke up.
"We'll see," he replied.
The carriage arrived at Hogwarts and the four of them followed the rest of the students into the Great Hall. The first years were brought in and sorted. Once Headmistress McGonagall finished her speech, the plates in front of the students filled with delicious foods. Will grabbed everything in front of him and piled it onto his plate. Once his plate was loaded he started stuffing his face. Noah laughed at him.
"You are definitely your father's son."
Will grinned with a mouth full of mashed potatoes. Hailey and Leah shook their heads.
"Noah, did you try the stuffed peppers?" asked Hailey.
"No, of course not."
"Here." Hailey scooped a piece of the stuffed pepper onto her fork. She pointed the fork at Noah. "Try this."
Noah opened his mouth and allowed Hailey to feed it to him.
"Good?" she asked.
"Mhm."
It was so good that he grabbed one for himself. Leah had caught the exchange between the two. Something is definitely going to happen between the two of them she thought. When the feast was over, Leah went to talk to some of her friends in Ravenclaw. Hailey talked to Amy Patil while Noah and Will talked to the other guys on the Gryffindor Quidditch Team.
"I still can't believe you turned down the captaincy," stated Jesse. He was one of the other chasers.
Noah shrugged. "It wasn't for me."
Hailey, who was right behind them, turned around.
"Noah, what does he mean you turned it down?" she asked.
Noah didn't respond. Stupid Jesse. Why'd you have to go and open your big mouth he thought. Hailey grabbed his hand and dragged him out of the Great Hall.
"You were offered the chance to be the captain?"
Noah nodded.
"Why didn't you tell me?"
"It never really came up and I didn't think it was a big deal," explained Noah.
"Why didn't you take it?"
"Because you had been talking about being the captain ever since you joined the team. You wanted it and you deserved it."
Neither of them noticed that she was still holding his hand.
"You know, I'm never going to fully figure you out," she stated.
"What do you mean?"
"Once I think I've figure you out, something happens and you completely surprise me."
Noah just smiled.
"I never thanked you for being there for me this summer," she whispered.
"You don't need to thank me."
Hailey looked down as she felt tears pierce her eyes.
"I never thought I'd be ok, but you've helped me a lot."
"I didn't do anything. You did it all. Plus, eventually I'd have gotten you to loosen up."
Hailey smiled and went to wipe her eyes but one of her hands was caught in his. They both looked at union of their hands. It seemed like forever before both of them quickly took their hand away. Before either of them could apologize, the Great Hall doors opened and students began to pile out. Hailey and Noah met up with Will and Leah as they walked to the Fat Lady. Once they entered the common room, the boys said goodnight and climbed the stairs to their dormitory.
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Up in the seventh year boy's dormitory, Noah walked over to his bed. On his bed was a ministry owl with a letter attached to its leg. He untied the letter and the owl flew away. Noah sat down and read the letter James sent to him.
Noah,
Good luck on your last year of school. Don't get into too much trouble. I wanted to thank you for looking after Hailey. I know you really didn't want to but you did. So thanks. How is Hailey doing? Does she ever talk about me? So far training is brutal. It's a lot of work, but it's definitely worth it. I got to get going to my afternoon class. Have a good year.
Love,
Your Big Bro
When Noah finished reading, he placed the letter on his bedside table. He changed into his pajama bottoms and went to sleep.
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James Potter was in his room at the auror training school. He had an exam the next morning and he was studying for it.
"James, what's the spell that changes your features to the environment your in?" asked Jon.
"Adaptiosa," answered James.
"Thanks."
Five minutes later, Jon threw his quill down in frustration.
"I'm done studying. Either I'll know it or I won't."
James looked at his best friend. "Maybe you just need a break."
"Yeah."
Jon walked over to his bed. He reached under his pillow and pulled out a small jewelry box.
"What's that?" asked James.
Jon held it up. "This is my future."
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