A Little Mixed

red's hand wrapped tightly around his girlfriend, Ember's, hand leading her through the knee high snow up to the front door of The Burrow. Knocking his knuckles roughly against the oak wood door, he gave a reassuring smile to Ember who tapped her feet excitedly. Fred was beyond nervous to bring the Slytherin into his home of Gryffindor's. It wasn't that she was rude or cocky. No, she was one of the sweetest people in the world. Ember was hugely sarcastic and miles on miles full of humor. The door swung open wide revealing a plump, beaming red hair woman.

"Fred Weasley you're late!" She dragged the pair inside where the source of the warmth was located. Fred kissed his mother's cheek, ready to introduce Ember but Molly started on talking again. "Of course I don't blame you dear. I'm Molly I could almost assume you're Ember, am I right?" Ember nodded expecting to shake her hand, yet instead she was pulled into a loving hug.

"It's so nice to meet you. I can finally match a face to the stories." Molly laughed guiding the couple over to the dining room which was fully occupied besides the two open seats across from each other. Fred pulled out the chair between his sister Ginny and the brilliant Hermione. They both smiled at Ember asking her questions about herself simply getting to know her. Ember felt at home with all the generosity bestowed upon her.

"So you're an um- er an y'know Slytherin?" Ron squeaked from the end of the table. All eyes glued onto Ember and Mrs. Weasley scolded him with a deathly glare. Fred shifted uncomfortably knowing this was bound to happen, if only his idiotic brother could stay zipped shut and not be so nosy.

"Uh... yeah I am, but I'm not all that bad. I promise." Fred and George agreed with her statement. Arthur didn't seem to be effected by her house. Molly smiled warmly. Ron became red realize just how bad it came across. He apologized and Ember shrugged telling him it was fine.

Hours later everyone was retreating to their rooms for the night, Fred was showing Ember around the house and Ginny's room which she would be spending the break in. He scratched the back of his neck awkwardly waiting outside the room as Ember peaked in. Ginny and Hermione were already sitting on the floor talking loudly together, giggling like crazy. They waved Ember over wanting her to join them, she nodded turning to her boyfriend kissing his lips quickly.

"I had a great time today, I'm glad you invited me." She spoke lightly a wear the two girls were listening in.

"Good I am too, Ron was being a git earlier don-"

"No he wasn't, I was expecting it to happen. Honestly it's fine, now get to bed its late!" Ember tilted her head sheepishly and Fred leaned forward kissing her lips on last time.

"Yeah you're right. I'll see you in the morning, sleep well. I love you, darling." Ember shut the door hearing it click before turning around seeing the two girls in a fit of laughter rolling on the floor.