Chapter 2
Luna bounced into their apartment, her clothes dripping with rainwater and a wide grin on her face. Harry, who had been anxiously waiting for her return, was taken aback by her unusually cheerful demeanour.
"Luna, where have you been? I've been worried sick!" Harry exclaimed, his voice filled with a mixture of relief and concern.
Luna grinned, oblivious to Harry's growing panic. "Oh, Harry, you won't believe it! I got mugged today, just like a proper Muggle!"
Harry's eyes widened, his concern escalating into full-blown panic. "Mugged? Luna, are you hurt? Did they take anything? Why didn't you call me? Are you okay?" Harry asked, his voice filled with worry as he quickly scanned her for any signs of injury.
Luna chuckled, her eyes twinkling mischievously. "Oh, Harry, there's no need to worry. It was a perfectly polite mugging, I assure you. The person was ever so polite, flashing his knife ever so gently. He asked for my money and phone, and I willingly handed them over. Oh, and I even gave him one of my Quibbler articles. Thought he might enjoy a good read."
Harry's frustration boiled over, his voice tinged with anger. "Luna, getting mugged is not a laughing matter! You could have been seriously hurt! "
Luna stood there, her excitement draining away as Harry's anger washed over her. She watched as his eyes filled with worry and frustration, his voice shaking with emotion.
"Luna, I can't believe you would put yourself in danger like that!" Harry exclaimed, his words laced with anger. "What were you thinking? You could have been seriously hurt!"
Luna's eyes widened, realising the impact of her actions on Harry. She took a step back, her shoulders slumping with guilt. "Harry, I'm sorry. I didn't realise it would upset you so much. I thought it would be an interesting experience. And I'm sorry ,I gave him the phone you bought for me"
Harry sighed, his anger quickly melting into concern. "Luna, I don't care about the damn money or your phone. What matters to me is your safety. I need to know you're okay."
He closed the distance between them and pulled Luna into a tight hug, his arms wrapping protectively around her.
"Luna, I can't bear the thought of something happening to you," Harry whispered, his voice filled with genuine worry. "You mean everything to me, and I want you to be safe. Please, promise me you'll be more careful in the future."
Luna buried her face in Harry's chest, feeling the warmth of his embrace. "I promise, Harry. I'll be more mindful and prioritise my safety. I didn't realise how much it would affect you."
Harry kissed Luna's forehead, his lips lingering there for a moment. He peppered her face with gentle kisses, his actions a mix of worry, relief, and love.
"I love you, Luna," Harry murmured against her cheek. "I can't imagine my life without you. Please, don't ever put yourself in harm's way like that again."
She cupped his face in her hands, her voice filled with sincerity. "I love you too, Harry. I didn't mean to worry you. I'm sorry "
They stood there, locked in a tender embrace, their emotions mingling with the sound of rain softly tapping against the window.
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Luna and Harry snuggled on the couch, their eyes fixed on the screen as they watched a muggle movie. Luna's fascination with the muggle world had brought them to this moment, but little did Harry know what he was in for.
As the movie played, Luna's curious na9ture couldn't be contained. She leaned over to Harry, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "Harry, why is that person running? Did they forget something important? And why are they screaming?"
Harry chuckled, trying to suppress his amusement. "No, Luna, they're just being chased in the movie. It's a suspenseful scene."
Luna nodded, her curiosity undeterred. "I see. And why is that woman crying? Did someone cast a spell on her to make her sad?"
Harry shook his head, struggling to keep up with Luna's rapid-fire questions. "No, Luna, she's acting. The actors in the movie are pretending to feel emotions."
Luna tilted her head, her brow furrowing in confusion. "But why would they want to pretend? Isn't it more fun to feel real emotions?"
Harry smiled, realising the depth of Luna's perspective. "Well, Luna, for them, it's their job to make us believe in their characters and the story they're telling."
Luna's eyes widened, a mischievous smile forming on her lips. "So, if they can pretend to be someone else, can they also pretend to be a unicorn or a pumpkin?"
Harry burst into laughter, unable to contain himself any longer. Luna's innocent and imaginative questions were like a breath of fresh air in his life.
"Luna, you have a truly unique way of looking at things," Harry said, his laughter subsiding. "But in movies, they typically pretend to be humans, not magical creatures."
Undeterred, Luna's curiosity persisted. "What about the special effects, Harry? How do they make things disappear or fly? Is it advanced magic or some muggle trick?"
Harry took a deep breath, trying to find the right words to explain. "Well, Luna, it's a combination of computer-generated imagery and practical effects. They use technology to create those magical-looking scenes
Luna's eyes widened, her curiosity reaching new heights. "Do you think they could make a movie about thestrals? It would be fascinating to see them on the big screen."
But Soon Harry's patience is getting quickly tested by Luna's relentless inquiries, so he changes the movie and puts in a different one and romantic movie, an easier one for Luna to understand. Hoping that Luna's question would die.
Luna pointed at the screen, her eyes filled with wonder. "Harry, why are they crying? Is something terribly wrong?"
Harry sighed, bracing himself for another round of Luna's questions. "No, Luna, they're just expressing their emotions. It's a sad moment in the story."
Luna frowned, her brow furrowing in confusion. "But why would they make a movie about something sad? Isn't it more fun to watch happy things?"
Harry struggled to find the right words. "Well, Luna, sad stories can be powerful and meaningful. They can make us appreciate the joys in life and connect with our own emotions."
Luna nodded thoughtfully. "I suppose you're right, Harry. But why do they have to break up in every muggle romance movie? Can't they just stay together and be happy?"
Harry chuckled, realising the innocence of Luna's question. "Luna, conflict and drama are often used in movies to create tension and explore the complexities of relationships. It makes the story more interesting."
Luna's eyes widened, her curiosity undeterred. "But what if they made a movie where everyone lives happily ever after? That would be a nice change, wouldn't it?"
Harry just smiled, "That would certainly be refreshing, Luna. Maybe you should write your own muggle movie script one day."
As the movie continued, Luna's questions became more rapid-fire, testing Harry's patience to its limits. Each romantic gesture, heartbreak, or twist in the plot led to another curious inquiry from Luna.
"Why did she slap him? Did he say something wrong?"
"Is it normal for people to run after each other in the rain? What if they slip and fall?"
"Can love really conquer all, Harry? What if they have different interests or disagree on important matters?"
Harry tried his best to answer Luna's questions, but it's beginning to fray his nerves. He found himself torn between enjoying the movie and keeping up with Luna's question.
Eventually, Luna noticed the frustration on Harry's face and realised she had pushed him to his limit. She leaned over and gently kissed his cheek, her eyes filled with apology.
"Sorry, Harry. I didn't mean to overwhelm you with all my questions. I just find muggle movies so fascinating," Luna said softly.
Harry sighed, his frustration melting away as he looked into Luna's earnest eyes. "It's alright, Luna. I love your curiosity, even if it drives me a little crazy sometimes. Let's just enjoy the rest of the movie together, okay?"
Luna smiled, snuggling closer to Harry as the movie played on.
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Next day Luna came up with another question.
Luna couldn't contain her curiosity as she gazed at the luxurious bathtub in their bathroom. The muggle movie she had recently watched had shown couples enjoying intimate moments together, and it piqued her interest.
"Harry, why don't we use the bathtub together?" Luna asked innocently, her eyes wide with curiosity.
Harry's face flushed crimson as his mind instantly jumped to a different interpretation of Luna's question. He struggled to find the right words, his mind racing with how to respond without making the situation awkward.
"Well, Luna, um... you see, it's not really something we... uh..." Harry stammered, desperately trying to find a suitable explanation.
Luna tilted her head, her innocent eyes staring at Harry expectantly. "Is there a particular reason? It looked quite cosy in the movie, and I thought it could be a nice experience for us."
Harry's cheeks grew hotter, and he attempted to clarify, his voice wavering slightly. "Um, well, yes, but it's also... uh, more physically intimate. It's something couples do in private to... well, be closer to each other."
Luna's face lit up with curiosity, "You mean like sharing secrets "
Harry took a deep breath, realising that Luna wasn't grasping the true meaning of his words. "Luna, when I say intimate, I mean... well, it's something that couples do in private, you know, to be close to each other."
Luna's eyes sparkled with innocence as she nodded in understanding. "Oh, I see! It's like a bonding experience, a way to feel connected. That sounds lovely, Harry. We should definitely give it a try."
Harry's eyes widened in disbelief, his mind racing with how to respond. "Luna, I think we should focus on other ways of bonding for now. There are plenty of activities we can enjoy together that aren't quite as... intimate."
Luna tilted her head, a playful smile forming on her lips. "But Harry, wouldn't it be nice to try ? We could share a moment of vulnerability and trust."
Harry let out a nervous laugh, feeling both amused and embarrassed by Luna's unwavering enthusiasm. "Luna, I appreciate your eagerness, but let's take things slow, alright?."
Luna nodded, her eyes gleaming with understanding, or so Harry hoped. "Alright, Harry. I trust your judgement."
And while their journey towards intimacy might be slow, Harry is at peace with Luna, He doesn't want to push her yet and make her scared. He is willing to wait till Luna is comfortable.