Harry whispered in her ear and Arya's eyes widened.
He knew? Impossible.
She was careful with her situationship.
"Oh hey Harry, nothing is going on, why Jealous?"
Harry looked away, a small hint of pink on his cheeks.
"No, just curious. You two look suspicious and closer lately"
"Oh that... Just two friends chilling around, talking about new mischief" Said Arya smiling at him. She wasn't good at lying, but she tried.
"I understand, today we will know Moody, are you ready?"
Luckily Harry changed topic, believing at her.
"Yes, I can't wait"

Arya was excited. Just a few hours to her date.
"Herm, I could puke from the emotion. I can't do it, I think I have a fever. I should stay in our dorm tonight, touch my forehead"
Hermione hit her head with the DADA book.
"Stop it, you are nervous, not sick. Relax"
Of course Arya told everything to her best friend.
Little did Arya know, but Herm and Fred had a conversation too.

After what happened between Fred and Arya, the redhaired boy stepped into Hermione before a Quidditch training.
"Hey Hermione, heading to the library?"
She nodded.
"Good, listen... I know Arya told you"
Hermione raised an eyebrow.
"What do you mean?"
"You two are close, I know you are the only one who she can talk to. I'm not mad because I understand, but... I think I should explain the situation to you too"
They sat in the courtyard and Fred told her everything he told Arya days before.
He wasn't good at expressing feelings, he wasn't ready for a relationship and didn't want one because he didn't look for it, he wanted to keep his freedom and wasn't able to give love and appreciation, as Arya deserved, but he really cared for her, and wanted to keep and develop a deep bond with the girl.
Hermione nodded, thinking that his point of view wasn't that bad.
"I know what you mean... But Ary cares about you as a friend and as something more, she really has feelings for you... So please be careful and don't hurt her, I know you care about her too"
"I know, I feel a bit guilty..."
And then they continued talking, Fred confessed that Arya was very pretty and funny, and both laughed about stuff that Arya did and made them laugh.
"She's precious, just know that, so please don't hurt Ary"

Arya sat down at the desk in DADA class.
Moody entered, glaring at the students.
"Alastor Moody, Auror" Said writing on the board.
"I'm here because Dumbledore asked me to, end of story. When it comes to defense against the dark arts, I believe in a practical approach. Who among you can tell me how many unforgivable curses there are?"
"Three" Said Hermione gulping, a bit nervous.
"Which ones are they?"
"Imperius, Cruciatus and Avada Kedavra" Continued Arya. Everyone was afraid to answer.
He nodded.
"Now... Those three curses, Avada Kedavra, Imperius, and Cruciatus, are known as the Unforgivable Curses. The use of any one of them on a fellow human being is enough to earn a life sentence in Azkaban. That's what you're up against. That's what I've got to teach you to fight. You need preparing. You need arming. But most of all, you need to practise constant, never ceasing vigilance. Get out your quills and copy this down" Everyone wrote what he said as he continued talking and writing on the board.
"You are too young for the ministry, but for me you must learn to fight... And find a place to hide the gum other than under the desk, mr. Finnigan!" Added turning around and throwing the chalk against him.
"He can look from behind his head!"
"And listen through the classroom! Now we don't waste anymore time. Arya Heeler!"
Arya looked at him, confused.
"Yes?"
"Since I stepped in this class I have noticed that both your Slytherin and Gryffindor classmates are cowards, they are afraid of me and I feel the terror of using those spells from here. I'll give them a demonstration as you describe the effects"
Arya blinked. Harry was the one who attracted troubles, not her.
Now Alastor Moody wanted her to teach her classmates about Unforgivable Curses.

Alastor took a poor creature.
"Let's start with imperius" Said as he pronounced the spell and started to torture the beast.
"The Imperius Curse, which allows the user to control the actions of the victim"
"Cruciatus"
"Cruciatus Curse, which causes unbearable pain"
"Avada Kedavra" Said Moody killing it.
Arya stopped for a moment before talking.
"The Killing Curse, which causes instant death"
"Class is over, thank you Heeler"
After class, Neville was spacing out, probably sad and traumatised, but Alastor took him for a little talk to help him.

"Ary, just one question... How?" Asked Hermione, shocked.
"Herm, I know you were uncomfortable but... How much are you willing to learn and practice knowing that one day someone will hurt you or someone you love? You have to learn spells that are terrible, for sure, but will save innocent lives"
Hermione didn't think the same way, but probably Arya was right. You have to know everything about magic and spells, but you don't have to use them if you don't feel it.

One hour.
One hour until her date.
It wasn't a real date, but for the first time it was only Fred and Arya. She was excited and worried. What if Fred realised she wasn't good enough and wanted to stop the situationship?
"Relax Ary, and then you will tell me everything" Said Hermione fixing Arya's hair.
Arya wore brown pants and a simple white t- shirt. Casual and normal for a easy date with a friend.
The girl looked at Herm and took a deep breath.
"Ready"

It was curfew, everyone was in bed, Fred and Arya sneaked out the common room without making a sound. Luckily, Fred knew almost all the secret passages and looked at the Marauders map, stolen from Harry before going out.
They managed to avoid the watchful eyes of Argus Filch and his cat, and soon they had reached the shore of the lake. There was a little cover for both of them, the moon and the stars were reflected in the water surface and Arya smiled at the sight of that. It was perfect.

Fred sat and the girl followed him.
It was awkward.
For the first time, Fred was without words.
"Uhm..." He held out his hands towards her, so she could place her on his, as usual.
Arya blushed but took his hand.
As always, she was very small compared to his big one, and both smiled at the thought of it. Then Fred closed his hands and intertwined their fingers, as he caressed her hand with his thumb. Arya blushed and did the same. His hand was soft and warm. She was happy and her heart was beating fast.
"I heard Moody took you as an example for the class" Started Fred, sitting closer to the girl.
"It was terrible, I felt like everyone could be scared of me"
"No worries darling, you look like an innocent puppy" Said sticking his tongue out.
"Oh, really? I can be a terrible witch if I want to, you better watch out, Weasley" Replied teasing him.
"You won't do anything, you are too sweet"
Arya blushed and looked away, whispering a "it's not true"

They continued talking, getting closer and closer, then there was a moment of silent, they were still holding hands and Fred looked into her eyes.
Stars were reflected into them and he leaned closer, until he gently pressed his lips on hers.
Arya laughed.
Fred stepped back and raised an eyebrow.
"What?"
"I don't know, it made me laugh, the situation make me laugh"
Fred looked disappointed.
"Am I that terrible?"
"Oh no, I guess it's just awkward, I have to get used to it"
He nodded and tried to kiss her again, but everytime she laughed.
"I'm sorry, I swear I can do it"
Fred rolled his eyes good naturedly. The fact that Arya was laughing didn't make the situation too hard, but funny. Not anxious at all. That's what Fred liked about her.
"Are you sure? If you don't want to, we can stop"
"Oh no, I want to! Just, need time"
Fred nodded.

They tried other kisses, still holding their hands, then Arya looked at him.
"Fred, you can't kiss"
The boy covered his face with the other hand.
"I know"
The girl felt guilty because he looked embarrassed at her confession, so she tried to fix it.
"Oh but don't think too hard about it! I'm not a great kisser either! Just... You feel like a fish" Said laughing.
"Be more relaxed, follow the movement and chill"
Fred agreed and leaned closer, placing a hand on her cheek, then kissing her. It was better.

Both of them were lying down, looking at the stars still holding hands. Arya placed her head on Fred's shoulder and they talked about everything for all night long.
"Tell me something about you, actually I don't know the little Ary Heeler"
The girl smiled.
"What would you like to know?"
"Hobbies, family?"
"Okay, uhm... I like magical creatures, I think they are underrated because a lot of wizards are afraid of them, also I'm very good at potions, but you already know that, I like to spend my time doing mixtures"
Fred looked at her in awe.
"Oh, wow, you have such interesting interests, Ary"
She blushed.
"And I agree, magical creatures are absolutely amazing, they deserve more love and appreciation"
"I'm also interested in alchemy, that's why one day I hope to be an alchemist, I know I'm so young and I have time to decide, but... I feel it"
Fred squeezed her hand.
"I've always been fascinated by alchemy myself. Being an alchemist is a highly respected and sought-after profession in the wizarding world. It's a very important role because alchemists are responsible for creating and discovering new potions, spells, and magical objects that can greatly benefit society. Without their expertise, many advancements in magic wouldn't be possible. You are a clever girl, Ary, you will do it"
She smiled softly and kept looking at the stars.
"I like the night skies and stars, the universe is so big and mysterious"
Fred wrapped his arms around her, keeping her close.
"I see what you mean, the sky is full of mysteries and possibilities that even magic can't explain. But that's what makes it so special, right? The unknown and endless potential" The boy gazed up at the stars.
"It's amazing what this world holds for us"
Arya looked at him, his face lit up by the moonlight. Her heart was racing and she could feel his fast heartbeat too.

The girl kissed his cheek and he looked into her eyes, smiling.
A shooting star crossed the night sky above them and Fred hugged her closer.
"Make a wish, darling"
"You too Freddie, but don't tell me what it is, or it won't come true" Said grinning.
Arya looked into his eyes and caressed his cheek with her hand, then they kissed softly.
Fred winked.
"I have a feeling it has something to do with spending more time with you, Ary"
She blushed.

Time passed, they were just lying down talking about classes and quidditch, soon there will be new matches.
Arya yawned and the redhead noticed.
"It's time to go now, in less than four hours we have classes"
Arya grunted in disapproval and hid her face in his chest, as he hugged her tight.
"I liked staying here with you"
Fred smiled and kissed her forehead.
"I enjoyed spending the night with you too, thanks darling"

Soon they returned to the common room.
Fred cupped Arya's face in his hands and gave her a last kiss.
"I know you wanted it" Said with a wink.
Arya rolled her eyes and smiled.
"Night Freddie"
"Bye Ary"