A Forever Love | Fred Weasley X Reader [y/n]

6 - The Feast

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I tried to push away all the bad thoughts of Sirius as I watched a sea of pointed black hats make their way to the front. Gleaming smiles planted on their faces as they awed at the enchanted ceiling and floating candles. I know how they're feeling.. I remember feeling it too. First day at Hogwarts, the magical feeling of warmth and happiness bubbling inside you.. it's indescribable. Oh, to feel like that again.. Nothing will ever beat that feeling.. nothing ever!

One by one, the new students at Hogwarts were sorted into Houses by the one and only Sorting Hat.

"HUFFLEPUFF!"

"GRYFFINDOR!"

"SLYTHERIN!"

"RAVENCLAW!"

Professor McGonagall strode off to her empty seat at the staff table as Dumbledore made his way to the front. Dumbledore, though very old, always gave the impression of great energy and happiness. You could always feel safe around him, speaking from personal experience. He has always been there for me, always made me feel safe.

"Welcome!" he spoke, loud and clear. "Welcome to another year at Hogwarts, or for some of you, your first year! I have a few things to say to you all, and as one of them is serious, I might aswell get it out of the way first before you're all too excited by the feast to listen. "

He cleared his throat and continued, "As you will all be aware after their search of the Hogwarts Express, our school is presently playing host to some of the dementors of Azkaban, who are here on Ministry of Magic business. They are stationed at every entrance of the school grounds. Yes, this is because of Sirius Black's escape,". I tensed at the sound of his name. So much for pushing the thoughts of my father away..

"And while they are with us, I must make it plain that nobody is to leave school without permission. Dementors are not to be fooled with by tricks or disguises," he looked at the twins, Lee and I. "Or Invisibility Cloaks," he added, looking at Harry. "It is not in the nature of a dementor to understand pleading or excuses. I therefore warn each and every one of you to give them no reason to harm you. I look to the prefects, and our new Head Boy and Girl, to make sure that no student runs afoul of the dementors,".

Percy, who was only sitting a few seats from us, puffed out his chest and glanced around, clearly impressed with himself. Dumbledore continued his speech, "On a happier note,"

"First, we have a new Defence Against the Darks Arts teacher. Please welcome Professor Lupin," Dumbledore announced as my uncle stood up from his seat and smiled at everyone. All the negative thoughts fell from my mind as I cheered for him along with the rest of the students. Whistles, mostly from the twins, Lee and I, were heard above the applaud.

On the teacher's table, a sour Snape sat. He looked at Lupin with loathe and anger. It was common knowledge to nearly everyone that Snape wanted that job, but he never got it. The look Snape was giving Remus wasn't anything he would give to a normal student, it was the look he gave Harry.. A nasty look it is! The sound of Dumbledore announcing Hagrid as the new Care of Magical Creatures teacher snapped me out of my gaze and I looked at Hagrid with a beaming smile.

Hagrid is one of my favourite teachers! I met him in my first year and we've become extra close! He is like a father to me, or another uncle. He's also let me meet a couple of the creatures and lets me take care of a few. Not to mention Fang, Hagrid's dog, loves me so I always get to take him out on walks and trips around the castle grounds. I cheered just as loud for Hagrid but Harry cheered even louder. Hagrid is also really close to Harry, he is the one who took Harry to the Durlsey's house when his parents were murdered.

"We should've known!" Ron roared, looking at Harry. "Who else would have assigned us a biting book?".

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From behind me, I heard a conversation between Harry and Draco. "Is it true that you fainted? I mean you actually fainted!?" Draco teased Harry.

"Yes he fainted! So did I, got a problem with that blondie?" I snapped. Draco is my cousin, sadly. I don't really speak to him or his parents. He knows that Sirius is my father and he also knows what will happen if he tells anyone.

"No," he replied, turning around. Draco messes with Harry a lot but he doesn't do much when I am around. He has some sort of respect for me and I have some for him too, but not much.

"Thanks y/n," Harry half smiled.

"I still don't understand how you do it!" Ron looked at me, gesturing towards Draco. "He doesn't listen to anyone but he seems bloody scared of you," he added.

I just laughed and shrugged, "As he should be,".

Dumbledore spoke about a few more things and finally, the words I had been longing to hear came from his mouth, "Let the feast begin!".

The golden plates and goblets suddenly filled with delicious food and drinks. A variety of food covered the table. Ron was one of the first to grab a huge chicken leg, instantly scramming it into his mouth. His brothers did the exact same thing.

I turned to Fred, "I'm so happy for Hagrid,". Sure, I was happy for my uncle Remus but I couldn't help but feel extra happy for Hagrid. Getting this job must mean so much to him. People have always thought the worst of him just because he looks different and spoke different. It makes me super happy to know that someone sees his potential and kindness. Obviously that someone being Dumbledore.

"Yeah, me too," Fred spoke, his mouth full of food.

"Charming, Fred. Charming," I pulled a disgusted look as I saw all the chewed up food sitting on his tongue.

He swallowed the food and then opened his mouth, wide enough for me to see inside. "Better?" he asked with a small chuckle.

"Much," I smiled as i continued to eat.

During the feast, the twins, Lee and I all spoke about pranks and jokes we could do this year. Fred mentioned possibly prancing the dementors but the 3 of us were quick to shut it down.

"No! Are you trying to die?" I half yelled, students around us looking at us.

"I'm only joking y/n, don't get your wand in a twist," Fred laughed.

Soon after we had finished eating, people began to leave the hall. Just before we left, I made my way to Hagrid. "Congrats! I'm so proud of you," I beamed.

"Thank you, y/n," he pulled me into a tight hug.

"I'll see you tomorrow then?" I smirked at him, knowing I have Care of Magical Creatures first period tomorrow.

"Yep, get ready. It's gonna be a great class!"

"I can't wait,"

I left and caught up with the boys. Other than the dementor situation, today had been a great day.

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A/N: Sorry for not having much twin content in this chapter but I hope you still enjoyed it!