My Promise For You | Fred Weasley

Chapter 9:

It's a new day that begins and I have the feeling that it will be very good. We have the day off because it's when we can put our name in the cup.
After taking my shower, I decide to let Kathleen rest and head for the great room. I see Cedric and decide to sit down with him. It's still early so there's almost no one there.

"Already up Cedric?"

"Yes, I couldn't sleep anymore, I see that's not Kathleen's problem" Cedric replies.

"Indeed, I heard her return very late last night"

"Yes, she was with me. We discussed about the tournament. Besides I have to talk to you" he told me cautiously.

"Yes?"

"I intend to put my name in the cup" he replies.

"What?" I asked surprised.

"Yes, I'm already 17 and tempted by eternal glory" says the boy laughing.

"And the prospect of dying doesn't frighten you?!" I ask.

"No, I'll come out unscathed, you'll see. I'm just asking you and Kathleen to support me"

"Of course we'll support you Ced, but you better come out alive!" I added, hitting him gently on his arm.

Shortly after, Fred and George came running in my direction.

"Hey! We have to borrow May sorry" Fred said. I am then lifted and placed on George's shoulder like a common potato sack.

"George drop me off right now!" I exclaim.

"Shhh May, you're going to attract attention" he replies.

"I don't care, drop me off!" I say while hitting his back.

"Wait a minute Taylor" adds Fred.

The boys keep walking and we find ourselves inside the abandoned girls' toilet. George drops me off and I cross my arms. "What do you want from me?"

"Nothing..." says George.

"Aren't we allowed to want to see our favorite girl?" end Fred.

"Tell me what you want or I'm leaving" I roll my eyes.

"Okay, we need your help with a potion" said George.

"A potion?" I ask confused

"Yeah, an aging potion so we can put our names in the cup" Fred replies.

"It will be without me! And you know very well that I am far from gifted in potions"

"Pleaseeee" say the two boys giving me their best smile.

"No, find someone else" I head for the exit and give them a last smile.

The day passes quietly and I find myself back in the great hall with Hermione and Kathleen. We discuss while some students from each schools submit their names.

"Cedric told you he's going to participate?" Kathleen asks me.

"Yes, this morning. Even if I would have preferred the opposite, I would be happy if he wins"

"Yes, me too" replies Kathleen.

"Look there he is" Hermione tells us and gestures towards the entrance of the room where Cedric is. The latter goes to the cup and puts a paper containing his name. We can't help but smile and applaud as he winks at us.

Shortly after Fred and George make their appearance looking proud. They walk up to us and say "That's it!"

"What?" I asked.