Summary: twins hear some nasty rumours about you, and don't like people talk like that about their favourite Hufflepuff.
Other: hurt/angst? I mean, group of students are gossiping about your relationship with twins in a nasty way... its mostly about twins reactions and their wave of protectiveness towards you.
The corridors of Hogwarts bustled with the usual energy, as Fred and George Weasley strolled through the hall, joking about their next prank. Their conversation slowly faded as they neared a group of Hufflepuff girls chattering animatedly just ahead.
They werenโt ones to eavesdrop, not random students, because their topics were usually just too boring. Still, when your name slipped into the conversation, both twins fell silent, instinctively tuning in. It wasnโt like they could help it when it was you they were talking about.
"โฆRight! And Ernie asked me to the ball yesterday, so Iโm going too!" a blonde girl said excitedly, her voice carrying through the hall.
"Good for you, girlie!" her friend, a brunette, chimed in, clapping her on the shoulder. But then her tone shifted, quieter now. "And on the topicโฆ Do you know if anybody asked (Y/N) to the ball yet?"
Fred and George slowed their pace, glancing at each other with smirks. Did somebody ask their favorite Hufflepuff yet? You didn't tell them anything, and if they will know thanks to gossip... Well, they will use it to tease you, for sure. That's why they stopped their walk, pretending to be interested in something else, while listening to conversation.
"I talked with that girl who is close to her, and I know that nope! And isnโt it kinda sad that nobodyโs asked her to the ball yet?" another girl snickered.
"Yeah," the blonde one agreed, her voice softer but tinged with clear jealousy. "Especially since sheโs always seen with the Weasley twins and Lee Jordan. I figured sheโd be the first to have a date. She's close with them, after all."
"Exactly," the brunette chimed in, her eyes wide with faux innocence. "I mean, if sheโs so close to the twins, how come neither of them wants to take her? I heard some Ravenclaw's talking that it's probably sheโsโฆ you knowโฆ giving it up to both of them, but they still don't want her, and thus she still canโt even get a proper date."
Weasley twins blinked in unison, too surprised to do more than that. That's... not what they were expecting to hear.
Fred woke up first and felt a wave of disgust wash over him, his hands balling into fists. Georgeโs jaw clenched beside him, the tension building between them as they forced themselves to stay silent and listen.
"Yeah, like, thatโs just pathetic," the blonde said, her voice turning mocking. "Sheโs hanging around them all the time, probably hooking up with both of them, and yet here she is, still dateless. Thatโsโฆ well, kind of sad, donโt you think?"
A chorus of giggles followed, the sound hitting Fred and George like a slap in the face. The idea that anyone could think that they are spending time with you only for your body... That you were only their plaything, while that couldn't be more far from the truth. The fact that people believed it was happening and were laughing at you for itโmade their blood boil.
"Sheโs probably desperate," one of the girls added, her tone casual but venomous, and that was the last thing twins' heard as the girls started walking away and their giggles finally faded into the distance. With that, the twins also resumed walking, not a world exchange between them, just cold silence. Neither of them spoke for a few moments, their minds racing with anger and guilt. You were their friendโsomeone they cared about deeply, and hearing people spread lies and cruel rumors about you left a bitter taste in their mouths.
"You think sheโs heard any of this?" George asked quietly, his voice tinged with concern.
Fredโs frown deepened. "If she has, she hasnโt said a word. But Merlin, if she knew what they were sayingโฆ"
They both knew how kind and loyal you wereโalways trying to avoid conflict, always looking out for others. You werenโt the type to confront people, not unless it was absolutely necessary. Youโd rather keep your head down, maybe even shrug off the rumors with a weak smile, even if they were cutting you deep inside. The thought of you, bashful and kind as always, hearing something like this made Fredโs stomach twist in knots.
"She doesnโt deserve this," George muttered, shaking his head.
Fredโs eyes narrowed, a flicker of determination sparking behind them. "Weโve got to do something. She shouldnโt have to deal with this rubbish."
George smirked slightly, though there was no humor in it. "Something big. Make sure everyone knows the truth without making her feel embarrassed about it."
Fred nodded, already hatching a plan in his mind. "Subtle enough that she wonโt notice what weโre up to. But obvious enough that no one will ever believe those lies again."
They continued down the hall, their thoughts already racing ahead to what needed to be done. This wasnโt just about protecting you from gossipโthis was about reminding everyone that you were worth far more than the cruel words of a few petty girls. That you were more than your body. You were loyal, hardworking, and kind, and anyone who thought less of you clearly didnโt know you at all.
"By the time weโre done," Fred said, a glint of mischief finally returning to his eyes, "sheโll have half of Hogwarts wishing they were her date to the ball."
George grinned, feeling the tension between them ease as they began to plot. "And weโll make sure everyone knows sheโs not someone to mess with."
Silently, they decided that you now, along with Ginny, are under his protection: who will do wrong to you, will do wrong to them, and thus, punishment will be given. They knew you could handle yourself, but why let you do that, when they could do it themselves, and spare you dealing with rubbish people? The twins walked off with renewed purpose, ready to set their plans in motion.
