The Chronicles of Savanna Black

Chapter 12 - A Necklace

(GEORGE's POV)

"You look nervous." I said as Savanna went inside the compartment that she, Fred and I are sharing.

"Try meeting new family members that you, until recently have heard of, then finding out that the mother of this Tonks actually happens to be Bellatrix Lestrange's and Narcissa Malfoy's sister." Savanna said.

"You cannot come with that Tonks, then!" Fred said.

"He's right." I agreed and Savanna sat beside Fred.

"Lupin told me this Tonks family is worth trying...” Savanna began.

"When did he tell you that?" I asked.

"The day I caught you and Fred inside the owlery." Savanna said, shrugging. "Lupin's the DADA teacher so far and he's cool." she added.

"Are we having a crush on the teacher, now?" Fred asked, teasing Savanna.

"Oh for heaven's sake, Fred! If this is your subtle way of finding out who I fancy, you've got to work on your tactics." Savanna said, smirking.

"Ah, but who does Savanna Lily Black fancy?" I asked, wriggling my eyebrows.

Before Savanna could ever answer, the train lurched and came to a stop. She picked up two parcels and handed each one of them to Fred and me.

"What's this?" Fred and I both asked.

"Christmas presents. I don't have an owl and I don't want to trouble the Tonks woman so I thought I'd give it to you two before we go our separate ways." Savanna answered, smiling.

"Thanks, love!" Fred said and hugged Savanna, making faces at me, trying to get me to ask Savanna out. I shook my head. He rolled his eyes.

"Well, time to meet the family." Savanna said.

"Why don't we walk you?" I offered.

"You walk Savanna, I am excited to see Charlie." Fred said. "Come on, Ginny." he added and both of them left, after Ginny waved at Savanna.

Savanna and I both stood inside the compartment, looking at each other. Her long, black hair cascading on her shoulders beautifully and her intense eyes were on mine. I smiled and she smiled back. 

"So, are we going or are we just going to stand here?" Savanna asked.

"We could spend our holidays here. Should be fun." I teased and she chuckled.

Savanna and I went out and we both spotted Fred and Ginny who were now greeting mum and Charlie.

"Everything will be alright, Sav." I told her.

"I'm not really into those everything-will-be-alright stuff." Savanna said and smiled at me. "Maybe you should go now, George. I will be fine." she added.

"But...” I began.

"Relax, breathe. You're not the one who's going to spend holidays with someone you will yet have to meet. You're the lucky one between us." Savanna said.

"So, where is this Tonks?" I asked, looking around.

"I don't know yet, but I'm sure she'll be here." Savanna answered.

"What if this turned out to be a trap?" I asked and she smiled and reached out to touch my cheek.

"You're being paranoid, George. Don't worry, I'm smart enough to get away." Savanna said.

"How?" I asked.

"If I tell you, I'd have to use a memory charm against you." Savanna answered.

"Alright. Take this." I said and handed her a parchment. "I listed out where Fred and I live. Floo us when you need your handsome princes to rescue you, princess." I teased, hoping to Merlin that I wasn't blushing. Savanna chuckled.