Percy, Ha/R, Second Task, H/R

[Rina Stewart]

No: HPFGUIDX 11150


Captain Kathy wrote all of the following quoted things:

<<I also identify strongly with Percy.  And I think his concern over Ron during 
the Second Task alone is evidence that he really does care about his family.  
I don't think he'll go all evil, although I think he will find his loyalties 
and assumptions tested in the future.>>

I've been confused about this - why would Percy be evil and turn into a Death Eater? We've never seen anything that demonstrated that, have we? He does love his family - that above scene with Ron, taking care of Ginny when she was sick, etc. They might not always appreciate the ways he goes about it, but he loves them and seems to always want to do what's right. I think that would stretch to doing all he can to help Dumbledore and his father and everyone do battle. Of course, that might not happen until he actually sees and understands it's the truth, but I don't think he'd be evil in the meantime.


<<Oooo, I want to read this Rina!>>

Well, now, don't say that yet. LOL I really don't think it's what you'd expect. <g>

<<It's not that I would rather see Ron/Harry than H/H; it's just that I think 
it's more plausible.  I see more evidence to support a Ron/Harry pairing than 
I do for H/H.>>

Really? Like what? I see evidence for both, but I can see evidence for just about anyone. <g> The only real Ha/R evidence I can think of is the second task, when Ron was Harry's most important person. I raised my eyebrows at that, but then I started thinking about it. There really is no one else important in Harry's life. Hermione was with Krum, Sirius couldn't be there. He doesn't have any real family, no other close friends, etc. Ron, Hermione and Sirius are all that he has. Well, Hagrid too, I guess.

And speaking of the second task, who determined who the most important person was? What was the criteria? Fleur's sister I can understand. Ron I can understand. Hermione?! I mean, geez, what is Krum's life like that his most important person is someone he just met a few months ago? I wonder how Hermione felt about that. First kinda-boyfriend/date, he's older, and she's the most important thing in his life? Pretty big stuff for a 14 year old. Hell, that'd be pretty big stuff for me. LOL


<<Of course!  Make sure to take lots of alcohol when you visit the Uboat 
noshipper though---sounds like their customs demand lots of libations.>>

Hee hee! Don't worry, I make the best martinis this side of the Mississippi. Some of them might be so enamored with my bartending skills that they'll follow me back to the Good Ship R/H. ; )

<<I have been trying to find a book I read right after I got married that 
postulated that there are 3 basic kinds of marriages: "Calm" (not the word the 
author used, but that was basically what he/she meant); "Volatile" (that I 
remember exactly); and "Dysfunctional"...In the Calm type, the partners do just about 
anything to achieve consensus and very often are uncomfortable with conflict.  
In the Volatile type, the partners often fight and scream at one another, but 
then move on...Anyway, the point here is that R/H would 
definitely be the second type.  Maybe that's why it appeals to me.>>

You know, this could very well be the dividing line between R/H and H/H. Calm vs. Volatile relationships, as some people don't feel comfortable with one or the other. For me, personally, I prefer volatile. My friend Eric and I are like this - we snap and bicker and debate just about everything, but that's just how we are together. We fight loud and passionate, but usually fast, and that's how we get past things. It's also, believe it or not, somewhat affectionate. <g> That's somewhat how I picture Ron/Hermione. Also kinda like Jenny and Oliver in "Love Story." They totally love each other, and they show it, but they also swear and call each other bitch and bastard. <g> To each their own. LOL But maybe we all look at what we prefer in a relationship, and apply it to these characters? I think I do, sounds like Kathy might, and I believe Penny talked earlier about not seeing anything affectionate in the constant bickering. Any thoughts? I know it's a generalization, but I'm just curious if it's on target.

Rina
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