Ch201- Bullies

Ch201- Bullies

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“Hey, Luna,” Harry said softly, sitting down next to her.

Luna turned her head slowly, a dreamy smile spreading across her face. “Hello, Harry. Fancy meeting you here.”

Harry chuckled. “I was looking for you. Are you alright?”

Luna glanced up at her hanging shoes and shrugged. “I’m fine. Shoes are just shoes. They don’t define me.”

Harry admired Luna’s resilience and her ability to find peace in any situation. “Do you want me to help you get them down?”

Luna shook her head. “No, thank you. They’ll come down when they’re ready. Besides, I’ve found it’s rather fun to go barefoot sometimes. Besides, you already helped me.”

Harry smiled at her unique perspective. “You always know how to see the bright side of things. But what do you mean, I helped you?”

Luna smiled mysteriously, not answering Harry's question directly. Instead, she asked, "Why were you looking for me, Harry?"

Harry shrugged casually, "It's been a while, and I was doing my Ravenclaw visit. You're one of my friends in your house."

Luna's face lit up with a bright smile. "Your nargles are especially lively lately. It’s really warm and nice."

Harry, accustomed to Luna's peculiar way of speaking, just smiled back. He didn't fully understand what she meant, but he was getting used to her unique expressions.

At that moment, Peeves the Poltergeist appeared above them, looking down with a mischievous grin. "Potter and the weird girl!" he cackled.

Harry frowned, "Be nice, Peeves, or have you forgotten the consequences of crossing me?" Harry was not unreasonable, but he didn't like those who mixed pranks with bullying. The same situation had happened with the Weasley Twins and Peeves last year. Harry had reminded them of the consequences of "pranking" him and those close to him. From then on, the Weasley Twins never came close to him or his friends, but it seemed Peeves had forgotten.

Peeves, undeterred by Harry's warning, began to shout, "Harry Potter is kissing the weird girl in the hidden corridor!"

Without a second thought, Harry's wand appeared in his hand, and he cast, "Ebublio!" A bubble of water formed around Peeves, trapping him inside and muffling his shouts.

Harry stood up, offering Luna a hand. "Come on, let's get back to the common room. It's getting late."

Luna accepted his hand, and they walked together through the corridors. The silence between them was comfortable, filled with an unspoken understanding. As they reached the entrance to the Ravenclaw common room, Luna turned to Harry with a serene expression.

"You want to say something," Luna stated, her dreamy eyes locking onto Harry's. Harry nodded, taking a moment to gather his thoughts. He needed to be gentle yet firm.

"Luna, I can help you, and I can protect you from the bullies, but it will only be temporary. When I turn my back, they'll strike again," Harry said, his voice soft but resolute. He watched as Luna's expression shifted from curiosity to contemplation.

"So, instead of just protecting you, how about I help you get stronger? That way, no one will dare to bully you," Harry continued, his words carrying a promise of empowerment.

Luna tilted her head, her serene smile never wavering. "You think I can be strong like you, Harry?"

"Absolutely," Harry replied with conviction. "Strength isn't just about physical power or magical ability. It's about confidence and knowing your worth. You already have that inside you, Luna. You just need to believe it."

Luna's eyes sparkled with a mix of hope and curiosity. "How do we start, then?"

Harry smiled, feeling a sense of satisfaction at her willingness. "We start by practicing spells and learning to defend yourself. But more importantly, we'll work on building your confidence. You have a unique perspective, Luna, and that's a strength in itself."

Luna's smile widened, and she reached out to take Harry's hand. "Thank you, Harry. I trust you."

Harry squeezed her hand gently. "We'll start tomorrow. Meet me by the lake after breakfast."

Luna nodded, her eyes shining with newfound determination. "I’ll be there."

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