To Love a Malfoy

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Special Note: Thank you to my first reviewer, celestialuna, I really appreciate your review and hope you continue to enjoy this story.

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Chapter 2:


‘One Month Later’


“Ronald Weasley you had better hurry up or we’re all going to be late!” screeched Molly Weasley’s voice all the way from the Kitchen to the third floor bedroom.

Ron and Harry were in the bedroom finishing getting dressed for the Ministry Gala Ball that was being held that night. Ron had grown to an intimidating height of 6’ 4” and with his muscular build from playing Quidditch and the famous Weasley red hair he made quite an impressive figure in his new gray dress robes.

"Well mate, it’s that time, how about we go and get this fiasco out of the way? The sooner we do then we can get the hell out of there.” said Ron with a lazy grin on his face.

Harry smiled back at him and adjusted his own dress robes one last time. His robes were black with green trimming and fitted his small slender 5’ 7” frame to perfection. He had finally gotten rid of his glasses and his eyes had been magically healed so that his large almond shaped green eyes and long thick black eyelashes filled his small face. Harry tried patting down his unruly mop of black hair that he had inherited from his father, James, it was cut short and framed his face but still stuck up in all different directions looking windblown.

“You’re still fighting a losing battle there mate.” laughed Ron.

“Let’s just get going then so we can meet up with Mione and the others. It will be good to see Luna and Neville again I’ve really missed them.” said Harry.

They walked out of the room together and went downstairs to the Kitchen where the remainder of the Weasley clan was waiting. Arthur and Molly, Bill and Fleur, Percy and George greeted them. Molly anxiously ran up to Ron and Harry and tried to straighten Ron’s robes then flatten Harry’s hair.

“Hurry up Molly we have to get going or we’ll be late!” Arthur cried out to his wife.

“All right Arthur dear it looks like we’re all set then let’s get going shall we.” Molly nervously replied.

They all walked over to the fireplace so they could floo to the Ministry lobby, first went Arthur and Molly, then Fleur and Bill, followed by Percy and George and finally Ron and Harry. Harry stumbled out last and would have landed on the floor if Ron wasn’t there to catch him first.

“Steady there mate.” laughed Ron.

“Thanks for the save Ron it’s really appreciated.” Harry patted his best friend on the back.

The small group walked over to the corner of the lobby to get out of the way of the busy floo network and Molly started dusting everyone off while at the same time making last minute adjustments to their robes and hair.

“Yes, all right then, it looks like everyone is ready so let’s go inside. Oh Arthur isn’t everything so beautiful.” Molly cried out in awe as they all began walking in the direction of the ball room.

Wizards and Witches from all over Britain were in attendance tonight. Music could be heard playing loudly in the background along with the murmur of talking and laughter.

“Ron! Harry! We're over here.” a voice cried out over the mayhem.

“Mom and Dad we’ll see you all later, all right?” Ron called out as he and Harry rushed over to where Hermione was standing with Luna and Neville.

“Have fun dears.” Molly cried out to them as they left.

“Oh. Ron and Harry you both are so handsome. Just look at the two of you.” Hermione squealed in delight giving them both a hug and kiss.

Whistling Ron replied, “Wow, Mione, you don’t look so bad yourself.”

Hermione looked beautiful standing in front of them dressed in a light blue gown that showed off her figure nicely and her once bushy hair was pulled up high onto her head in a knot showing off her elegant and slender neck.

“Luna, Neville it’s so good to see you again.” Harry shook Neville’s hand and kissed Luna on the cheek.

“Hi, Harry, I am so glad you decided to come?” Luna said in her soft dreamy voice.

“Ya, me too, I almost didn’t but Ron here convinced me it would be a good idea.” Harry said.

“Why don’t we go in and find a table together so we can eat then maybe later we can dance.” suggested Hermione.

They all walked in and looked around the crowed ball room for a free table. They saw one in the far corner and hurriedly made their way over before anyone else could take it. After they sat down, Harry and Neville decided to go get some butterbeer for them while Ron kept Mione and Luna company.

“So, how’s your Herbology classes going at Hogwarts?” Harry asked Neville.

Neville was now teaching at Hogwarts while dating Luna and had told Harry he was getting ready to propose to her.

“It’s the best thing I have every done Harry. All the professors have been so helpful especially Headmaster Snape.” answered Neville.

“I am so glad for you Neville. As a matter of fact, I might be joining you soon. As you know, there is an opening for the position of Defense Against the Dark Arts and Severus has asked if I would be interested in it. I am seriously considering accepting his offer.” confided Harry.

“Harry, that would be wonderful. We would be able to spend some time together and I wouldn’t be the youngest Professor teaching at Hogwarts anymore.” Neville exclaimed excitedly.

They finally made their way over to the bar and ordered their drinks. While they were waiting, Harry leaned up against the bar and looked around the room. He saw many faces, all friends and former enemies, then as his eyes wandered around some more they landed on another familiar face that was staring right at him. It was Lord Lucius Malfoy himself and he was looking at Harry with pure contempt.

When his eyes met Malfoy’s, Harry boldly stared back straight into his eyes then proceeded to blush when he realized that Lucius seemed to be dissecting him like an insect with those cold gray eyes of his.

“All ready Harry?” asked Neville breaking the trance he was in.

“Oh, ya, sorry Neville, let me help you with those.” stuttered a suddenly nervous Harry.

Harry took three of the glasses from Neville and they began walking back together towards their table where Ron, Hermione and Luna were waiting. Before they could make it back though, Harry found his way suddenly blocked by Lucius Malfoy. Not realizing Harry had been stopped, Neville continued on his way back to the others.

Looking up into Malfoy’s face, Harry asked, “May I help you with something Lord Malfoy?”

Lucius looked down on him and drawled in a cool voice, “Well, well, well, the one and only Harry Potter, what a coincidence meeting you here like this.”

“Lord Malfoy, my friends are waiting for me so unless there is something important you wanted to discuss then I will be on my way.” said Harry as he tried to walk around Lucius.

Harry felt his arm being grabbed and he nearly dropped the drinks he was holding.

“Excuse me Mr. Potter for forgetting my manners. I would be honored if you would accept my invitation to share a dance with me this evening?” requested Lucius to a somewhat stunned Harry.

Harry looked up blankly at Lucius while blushing furiously and silently cursed himself for having shaking hands.

He began stuttering, “I...well I...I am not a very good dancer you know. I really don’t think it would be a good idea. I thank you though for the thought but...”

“Mr. Potter...Harry...don’t be ridiculous. I assure you that I am an exceptional dancer and you will be in good hands. You’ll just have to trust me in believing that there is no way you will embarrass me or yourself.” stated Lucius.

He released Harry’s arm and said, “Don’t worry Harry, I will find you when the time has come.” and then he walked away leaving Harry alone in the middle of the floor still holding the drinks.

Wait until his friends heard about this they wouldn’t believe it.

TBC