•This story takes scenes from the Harry Potter series. I want to make it clear that I don't own those scenes. That's owned by
J.K. Rowling. Thank you•

~Scarlett~

The next few days of classes seemed to go by relatively quick. Other than Defense Against the Dark Arts with Professor Moody. His classes were always weird and chilling. The way his eye seemed to always be on you didn't help much too.

But today's class was probably the most frustrating one I've had with him yet. We were on the topic of Unforgivable Curses and the way he spoke of them was almost like he had experience with them.

It didn't help much when he was talking to Fred and George about the Imperious Curse and how their father knew a lot about it either. I don't know anything about it, but the way Fred and George immediately started sulking and refusing to talk to anyone did not make me happy.

But finally we were allowed to leave.

"I really hate that class," I told Alicia as we walked to the Common Room.

"I know what you mean," she started. "It's creepy."

Fred, George, and Lee waved as they went to pull a prank on a few Hufflepuffs. Fred and George still frowning as they walked off.

"And I really hate seeing Fred and George so upset," I said. I ran a hand through my hair, ignoring the ache in my chest as I watched Fred walk away.

"Yeah," Alicia nodded, looking up as we approached the portrait of The Fat Lady. "Balderdash."

The Fat Lady nodded, swinging open so we could enter.

I followed Alicia up to our dormitory, plopping myself down on my bed.

"Speaking of being upset," she started, taking a seat on her own bed, "what's going on with you and Fred?"

"What do you mean?" I asked, even though I know exactly what she means.

"I dunno. But you haven't been hanging out with the guys as much as you usually do, and every time you do it seems so awkward," she tried to explain. "And you and Fred always seem to be staring at each other."

"I-I don't know," I shrugged, my voice cracking slightly.

In all honesty, I hate this.

I hate not hanging out with Fred all the time. And I hate that it's so awkward between us. We were so close and now we can't even be in the same room without trying to avoid each other.

"Scar...did something happen?" Alicia asked, getting up to sit next to me.

My eyes stung as tears filled up in them, threatening to spill.

"He kissed me."

Alicia seemed shocked at first, but almost immediately calmed down.

"Isn't that a good thing?" she questioned.

"Not when he regrets it," I cried out, trying to stop the tears that were rolling down my cheeks.

Alicia frowned sympathetically at me. "I'm sure that's not true."

I gave up trying to stop the tears, letting the sobs out.

"H-He said it meant n-nothing," I sobbed, holding my knees to my chest as my body racked with sobs.

Alicia pursed her lips, looking around as if the room would give her an idea.

"Maybe he's just afraid?" she tried, rubbing my back soothingly.

"Why would he be afraid?" I asked, looking up at her.

"Maybe he thinks that it meant nothing to you and said that because he didn't want to ruin your friendship?" she explained, now running her fingers through my hair.

"No, he said it didn't mean anything," I denied.

"You never know, Scar," Alicia shrugged. "I didn't think Lee liked me but now look at us."

"Fred's not Lee though," I sniffled slightly, wiping my tears away.

"Well yeah, obviously," she laughed. "But I'm just trying to say that you should have some faith. I know how much you like him and I wouldn't want you to just give up on him when he could very well like you back."

"It's just hard," I mumbled. "I love him so much and it physically hurts to not be around him all the time."

Alicia paused for a second before asking, "How do you know that you love him?"

"I didn't know at first," I started, thinking about it for a second. "But I've found that I adore everything about him, even what he considers flaws. I reckon it was probably fourth year that I really realized I loved him."

Alicia nodded, looking deep in thought.

"Why, do you think you love Lee?" I smiled lightly.

Her cheeks flushed as she slightly nodded.

"You guys are cute," I told her, getting up to wipe the mascara I knew was stained on my cheeks.

My eyes were red and slightly puffy, and my cheeks were stained with tears.

"Thanks," Alicia muttered, but I could tell she was smiling big.

It was silent for a moment before Alicia started talking again. "You should go find the guys."

"What?" I questioned, not sure if I heard her correctly.

"You just said you missed being around them. So go find them and help them with this prank," she said, smiling at me encouragingly.

"It'd be awkward, Alicia," I sighed.

"Well yeah, but why not get over it rather than have it be awkward for the rest of your friendship?" she asked.

She was right, but I know it'll be hard hanging out with Fred like the kiss never happened.

"C'mon. Lee told me they'd be outside the Hufflepuff Common Room in case I needed him," she explained, "and it's only been a half hour so I'm sure they're still there."

I nodded, trying to convince myself to go.

Alicia sighed. "I know you don't want to, but I think you need it."

"Okay," I agreed, regretting it almost immediately.

I got up, walking out and making my way to the Hufflepuff Common Room. I knew where it was after five years of pranking with Fred, George, and Lee.

It only took me a few minutes, and soon I was being called over by a tapestry.

I rolled my eyes, sliding under the tapestry. Almost immediately I was squished against Fred, which did not help with my nerves.

"Well hello," I greeted, rolling my eyes again.

"You're just in time!" George whisper yelled. "It's about to happen!"

I looked up at Fred questioningly and he just grinned.

Lee pushed the tapestry open just a little bit so that we had a good view of the entrance to the Hufflepuff Common Room.

It suddenly opened and two second year girls walked out. They only made it a few steps down the hall before an explosion of red and gold smoke surrounded them. It faded after a few seconds, leaving the two girls covered head to toe in red and gold. Their screams erupted, echoing around the corridor.

We all started laughing, tears rolling down our cheeks as the girls started panicking.

"You guys are so mean," I said in between giggles.

"You know it was genius though," Lee winked.

I looked up and noticed that I was leaning against Fred. I immediately straightened up, stepping out as the girls had ran off to the Hospital Wing.

They all followed, Lee and George slightly ahead of Fred and I.

We had been walking for a little before Fred sighed. I looked over at him curiously, only to find him already looking at me.

"Scar," he started, struggling to find the right words.

"Yeah?"

He looks away for a second, taking a deep breath, before turning back. "I don't want things to be awkward between us."

"I don't either," I agreed, sighing sadly.

"Let's just...pretend it never happened," he said, almost pleading.

I frowned. That was the last thing I wanted.

"A-Alright," I nodded, immediately rethinking my choice.

"Right," he sighed. "Well I'll see you later, Scar."

"Alright," I waved, just now realizing we were back in the Common Room.

With one last nod we parted ways, going to our separate dorms.

I opened the door to find Alicia still there. She smiled brightly at me, standing up upon seeing me.

"How'd it go?!" she asked eagerly.

"Awful," I groaned, laying back on my bed.

"What? Really? What happened?" she questioned, furrowing her eyebrows.

"We're 'pretending it never happened'," I spoke airily.

Alicia frowned at me again. "Oh, Scar."

I felt like crying again, but I didn't want to seem weak.

"I just want to be with him," I admitted. "But I guess that's not going to happen."

"Just...have faith, Scar," Alicia reminded me.

"I'm trying," I whimpered. "I really am."

Alicia hugged me tightly, rubbing my back.

"It's okay, Scar. I promise you it's okay," she reassured.

I nodded, blinking furiously to try and stop the tears from falling.

"Just relax. We can go down to the kitchen if you get hungry, but just, relax," she said, pushing me lightly down on my bed.

I gave in, wrapping myself in my blanket.

Alicia smiled reassuringly before leaving to go down for dinner. I smiled weakly back, closing my eyes and falling asleep.
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This is smaller, but at least it's on time!

I'm thinking I'm going to try and update twice a week (don't hold your breath) and we'll see how that goes. Hopefully it'll be every Wednesday and Sunday, but I dunno.

Now a little rant; I know that in my past stories relationships went fast. I'm trying hard to have Fred and Scarlett's relationship go slowly, and I know Scarlett saying she loves him is a little much but I tried to help that a little in this one.

Onto the chapterly question, which we're running out of so again if you have any questions please comment. But we have another one from MissMaddelyn
Marauder era or Harry Potter era?

My answer, Marauders era definitely. I don't know why but I find it so much more interesting. Maybe it's just because of Sirius?

Anyways, thanks for reading! As always, I love you all and hope you all have a great day!
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