Forever Family

Chapter 11

Publish Date: 10/15/18

"Oi! Ginny!" George Weasley's voice carried across the lawn, greeting Ginny as she walked toward the Burrow. Teddy was clinging on her leg, and Ginny's long red hair was windswept.

"Hey, George. Is Fleur here? Ted wants to see Victoire," Ginny smiled.

"Yeah, she's inside. Is Harry at work?" George responded. At this question, Ginny's smile fell. George must have noticed the change in her expression, because he said, "What's wrong?"

"Harry and I aren't on great terms right now," Ginny sighed. "But never mind that, Teddy wants to get inside." she looked down to see Teddy pulling on her arm, trying to lead her inside.

"C'mon, Ginny! Vic's in there!" Teddy exclaimed. Ginny laughed, and let Teddy pull her along.

As soon as they entered the door, they were greeted with the smell of freshly baked bread. The coziness of the Burrow could make anyone happy—it was always comforting.

"Oh, Ginny, you're here!" Mrs. Weasley exclaimed, engulfing her daughter, and then Teddy, in a hug. "Fleur, Bill and Victoire are in the living room, dears."

Hearing this, Teddy ran into the living room to find Vic. Finally, he was allowed to play!

"So, have you thought anymore about wedding planning, Ginny?" Mrs. Weasley asked eagerly.

"I don't think now's the best time for wedding planning, Mum," Ginny sighed. Mrs. Weasley frowned.

"Is everything alright with you two, dear?" she asked, concerned.

"Not really. We aren't on the best of terms right now," Ginny said dryly.

"Well, that's perfectly normal. You have been together for a long time, love. Fights are bound to happen. I see how you look at each other—you're in love. I know you'll make up soon. You're probably at loss for what to do, since you've never fought before."

"That makes sense. Thanks, Mum," Ginny smiled gratefully.

"Anytime, dear." Mrs. Weasley smiled and kissed Ginny on the cheek. "Now, lunch is almost ready. Would you mind setting the table?" Ginny went to set the table, while Mrs. Weasley called the others in for lunch.

Once everyone had been seated, they started to eat and converse.

"Mum, this chicken is delicious."

"Thank you, dear."

"Teddy! Sit by me!"

"I'm comin', Vic!"

Lunch was noisy, as usual, but Ginny thought it was nice to get to spend time with her family.

"Who's up for some Quidditch?" George asked. Ginny just laughed.

"George, we won't have enough people. There's only me, you, and Bill who'd play," she said.

"So? We can still play, all against each other," he smirked.

"I'm in," Bill grinned. "Gin?"

"Oh, sure, I'll play," Ginny agreed.

The three went into the field behind the Burrow, after getting their brooms from the shed. Because of how much the family plays Quidditch here, the game was already set up.

"Alright, let's get started!"

The game was short and quick, but exciting nonetheless. It ended with Ginny scoring an obscure amount of goals in a row, but that was to be expected, really. Bill and George got a few good goals in themselves, but they were no match for their little sister.

"Great game, Gin. I see we've taught you well," Bill remarked, smiling. Ginny scoffed.

"Please, you guys didn't teach me how to play. That was all Charlie," she smirked.

"Why, Gin, I am offended! How could you not have learned anything from my Quidditch skills?" George put a hand over his heart in mock horror.

"Well, I may have learned one thing," Ginny said. George smiled triumphantly. "I learned how to lose." George pretended to be offended again.

The three headed back inside, tired from the game.

"C'mon, Ted, we've got to go back home now," Ginny said, entering the living room.

"Aw, I don't wanna leave Vic," Teddy protested. He then let out a big yawn. Ginny laughed.

"Tired from playing, bud? Don't worry, you can have a nap when we get home," Ginny scooped Teddy up in her arms.

"Okay. Bye, Vic," he waved at Victoire, who waved back.

"Bye, Mum. See you tomorrow," Ginny waved to her mother. They gathered up their things, and Apparated away.

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After putting Teddy to bed that night, Ginny went to the kitchen to make herself a cup tea. Harry still wasn't home yet, but Ginny was dreading his return. Things had been tense with them since the fight. As she was making her tea, she heard the door being opened. She spun around at the sound.

"Harry."

"Hey, Ginny."

The two were quiet for a bit, before Harry spoke again.

"Look, Gin, I'm so sorry for keeping that from you." Harry looked tired, and Ginny's eyes softened.

"I know, Harry. I was just angry because you didn't tell me what was going on. We promised to not keep secrets from each other after the war, remember?"

"Yes, I—"

"No, Harry, I need you to understand this. You were coming home late almost every day, and then you tell me that it's nothing dangerous. Which, coming from you, means nothing, because you'd never admit anything you're doing is dangerous! I was concerned for you, Harry, and I didn't know how to help."

"I know, Gin. I'm so sorry. No more secrets, I promise." Harry wrapped her in a hug.

"No more secrets," Ginny echoed.

"Well, I guess I should fill you in on what's been happening, then," Harry started.

"Damn right you should!" Ginny said fiercely. Harry smiled fondly at his fiance.

"There's been an attack near Muggle London. We think it's the Death Eaters."

"What?" Ginny asked. "How are you going to deal with it?"

"Well, for one, we're going to try to track them down. But...there is another thing." Harry said. Ginny sighed,

"What's wrong now?"

"Auror Roberts doesn't want to spread the word," Harry said warily. Ginny looked appalled, then angry.

"What?! Why wouldn't he want people to know if they're in danger?"

"He said he doesn't want to spread any 'unnecessary alarm'." Harry scoffed.

"That's exactly what the Ministry said when Voldemort came back, and look where that got us!" Ginny was livid.

"I know." Harry sat down and put his head in his hands. "There isn't much I can do without losing my job."

"Well, there's got to be some way! We can't let this just go under the radar. This may be small now, but we should let people know before it gets too big to do anything." Ginny said with determination.

"I completely agree, Gin." Harry yawned. Ginny wrapped a comforting arm around him.

"You look exhausted, love. Why don't you get ready for bed while I make you a plate?"

"That'd be great, thanks so much, Ginny." Harry grinned. "I love you." He gave Ginny a small kiss.

"I love you, too."

A/N: Hi guys! How'd you like Chapter 11? I enjoyed writing this chapter, so I hope you enjoyed reading it. Thanks for reading! 💛
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