Okay this came to me after my enormous consummation of anything femslash concerning Hermione and went bananas over it. Now this is my attempt in a Hermione-centric story. Though this is romance heavy. Also not good with smut so…. I may not do one. Also I've gotten inspired to do this after reading reviews in Casanova Granger and thought I should do a proper Hermione Harem story. Of course, romance for all!
A/N: Let's just say this started at the goblet of fire and followed through the Order of phoenix but let's just assume that the Durmstrang and Beauxbatons will stay in Hogwarts for another year. Also I will swing the story away from canon. Meaning the announcement of putting names in the goblet of fire will be delayed and not much Voldemort. If there is some sub topic regarding Voldemort it'll be second priority and won't dive into it. I'm mostly focusing on the Romance part, as this is a romance centered fic.
Pairings: Hermione Granger/Fluer Delacour, Hermione Granger/Cho Chang, Hermione Granger/Astoria Greengrass, Hermione Granger/ fem!Harry Potter (Rose) , Hermione Granger/ fem!Draco Malfoy, Hermione Granger/Daphne Greengrass
Warning: Gender swap, curse words and mention of insults towards homosexuals (but nothing too personal). If you don't like anything girl x girl then please don't read. I'm not forcing anybody. To those who want to read. Read away!
Summary: At the start of the Triwizard competition they all thought it would be a fight between families but it seems to be a fight between hearts. Hermione Granger has been many things. A prefect, grade A student, smartest-witch-of-her-age, one of the golden trio, and a bookworm but she has never considered Casanova in that list. She still doesn't but others people thinks otherwise.
Disclaimer: I don't own Harry Potter nor its characters. Though mistakes and wrong grammars is all mine.
Enjoy!
Chapter 1 Dirty Nails
Hermione Granger have always pride herself with achieving everything with finest and leniency. To her studies, in her performances and to all things important to her, being Harry and Ron's friend especially. She does this with everything she's got. That must be why some people get a little intimidated by her in some way. Getting mocked at and insulted, specifically with Draco and his goons, or maybe ignored occasionally though she never lets this get to her deeply.
She'd done a lot more harder things than getting hurdled with verbal abuse to actually care maybe once upon a time but not recently. Of course she has gone back in time to save a magical creature and Harry's godfather, having escorted the-boy-who-lived inside the chambers of secrets and having to solve the diary of Tom Marvolo Riddle. Though all this thing doesn't really compare if hearts are involved, now does it?
That's why, when another year commences for Hogwarts. She expected herself to be able to do the best in her abilities too. Just not sure if being the center of attention was what she anticipated for herself either.
"Harry! Would you please slow down?! I am not particularly accustomed to these parts of the woods!" Hermione fired back at the black haired boy, who has made a great distance from her already while she panted and tried to take a breather.
The two wizards have been flocking the woods for 2 hours now. Occasionally running and walking from time to time. Hermione gave a slight puff of annoyance as her companion insensitively ignored her plea. Forcing her to forgo her rest and catch up with her friend.
Harry had asked Hermione latter the day to ventured into the night, to go back into the pond where he and Sirius almost died. He said he had a dream and it keeps sending him weird symbols and signs. Not able to handle it anymore he wanted to go tonight and investigate. Of course, the bookworm had discouraged the idea altogether and pointed out how dangerous it would be. But knowing Harry, he has already made up his mind and she didn't really want to leave the boy without any company, so she agreed. When Hermione asked Harry why he didn't dragged Ron into this mess, he only answered that the red haired boy had a week long detention with Professor Snape after accidentally brewed a potion that sets flames onto Snape's clothes.
Hermione mentally laugh but also sympathize with Ron's predicament.
When night fell, so did Harry's energy come alive. Hermione could have kept up adequately but lately she's been holding herself in the library more than she used to so it was reasonable to say she was out of shape, for now.
"Hurry up, 'mione. We're almost there" The boy shot back.
She rolled her eyes at him but kept running all the same.
When they've arrive at the pond, the bushy hair had practically lost all of her reserved energy and were now bending and leaning on the tree to keep herself stable while having to take back air to her lungs. Harry didn't seem fazed with only a little sweats on his forehead as he looks on to the dark night making her a bit jealous of his stamina. She should really start jogging soon.
"Lumos" He mutters as out came light on his wand.
"We better find something useful here or I'm doing this for naught" Hermione said still out of breath.
The sight was as before. The pond looks clear and dark at the same time, which looks to be bottomless through the moonlight. Its shinning glow dances beautifully on its waters while slightly illuminating the scenery. The trees were still creepy and dominating yet it didn't overpower the pond and the air still had the musty smell of nature and animal carcass. If anything was out of place for Hermione, it was the slight light in the center of the pond.
'It hadn't been there before' she wonders.
She looks at Harry but he seems oblivious to it as he eyes the sky.
"What are you looking at Harry?" Hermione asked finally able to compose herself enough to take a few step towards him.
"In my dream... " He started. "I was looking at a mirror here." He momentarily gazed at her before he looks back at the pond and pointed in front of him like he was sure he was aiming at something yet still pointing at nothing. "It may have been ordinary… or it may not be. I was looking at it when suddenly my reflection changed." He voice started to waver. " I couldn't remember what I saw after. All I remember was a hand was offered to me. I took it and it pulled me in and that's was it"
Hermione eyes him with incomprehensive eyes and a doubtful emotion. It could have intended a lot of things. Surely, it's nothing dangerous. Right?
"It must have mean something but maybe it didn't mean we were supposed to be out here at night" Hermione suggested to him feeling weird at the increase flow of air and the light in the center of the pond started to sparkle and vibrate, something the boy still hasn't notice.
"I don't know I just feel like I must be here somehow. It's like a pull. I've been having these dreams over and over again. It must mean something" He said searching his eyes around.
When nothing happened, Hermione slowly pulled the boy on his sleeve and urged him to forget their little trip into the forest and go back. "Come on Harry. It's getting pretty late. We should just come back tomorrow. If you like"
"But-"
"I knew it" Someone cut Harry's words as the bookworm heard a familiar but irksome voice. The two wizards looks unto the shadows as a form began to come out. Draco Malfoy emerges out of the bushes with his blonde hair and an annoying smirk on his face, standing like he used to with an air of snobbish arrogance and unbearable conceitedness. Hermione glowered at him.
"Malfoy, what are you doing here?" She spat at him, clearly not liking his presence.
He only sneered back. "I should be asking you that, mudblood" but his signature smirk came back.
"Then again why should I ask when I already know why. Did Potter already pop your cheery, Granger?" Then turns his gaze to Harry. "If so, is she much better as a prostitute than a wizard then, Potter?" He laughs comically.
Harry's angered skyrocketed at his insults directed at Hermione as he suddenly grab out his wand from his pocket and aimed it at Malfoy. "Take that back Malfoy!" He threaten coldly at him but the blonde boy only smirks.
"Why? It's the truth, ain't it?"
The black haired boy was going to hex Malfoy when Hermione stops him on the last second. "No, Harry. He's not worth it" She pleaded while him with another pull of his sleeves. Harry momentarily stares at the bookworm while his anger slowly dissipated while lowering his wand though Harry's glared stayed throwing it at Malfoy's face.
The blonde boy laughs at this exchange. His voice loud with amusement and mirth. "What Potter? Too tired to cast a spell? Granger must have done something right if you're that beat up" and then another boisterous laugh escape his lips.
This time Harry couldn't stop his temper. Hermione could only look on as Harry's wand lights up.
Time slowed in Hermione's eyes, but not even a second of impact of the boy's spell to collide with Malfoy, the light in the pond flies up and a gigantic ball of luminosity shown through the trees and forest, even hitting the three wizards in the chest.
...
Her head throb and awfully dizzy. That was the first thing she noticed when she felt herself moving and her consciousness awake. A painful groan escapes her lips as she clutches her head to keep it still but was futile from the impending defiance of her plea.
"Stop moving!" She hissed at her head. Not liking how it loves to make her want to puke.
"Oh thanks Merlin. You're awake and okay, Miss Granger" She heard a warm voice say.
When she opted to open her eyes, Professor McGonagall's worried, but slight glare, meets her. She groans after knowing how screwed she was. Who wouldn't be? Two of her house students when out at the forest past curfew and into the forest. She's definitely going to have detention for this.
"Um… Hi Professor McGonagall. What can I help you with?" She asked innocently even though she knows very well why the old woman was here.
The glare went colder and all Hermione could do was whimper in fear as she slightly hid herself in her sheets while praying to any powerful being to save her.
The old woman sighs after as she massages her temples. "Not funny Miss Granger. What you and Mr. Potter did was reckless, very irresponsible and very dangerous. It was fortunate when Mr. Finnigan let slip you're little tryst in the forest and we came to your aid much earlier. When we arrived you and Mr. Potter were lying on the ground out cold. Something could have come and abducted you both" Her voice was hard and scolding. "Worst yet… something could have killed you!"
Hermione was guilty nonetheless couldn't help but noticed why Draco wasn't being mentioned. She was going to ask when Dumbledore suddenly inserted himself between their scolding section.
"Ah Miss Granger. I see you've woken up. Could I probably have a moment with you?" He said with a soft smile.
Professor McGonagall wanted to continue her scolding when Dumbledore gave her a look. The older witch sighs and lets it be. "I'll give you and Mr. Potter your proper punishment in the morning. Have a good evening" She said, turns and went away to her quarters.
Hermione let out a sigh then gave her attention on the old wizards.
"If you don't mind me asking where is Harry, Professor?" She was concerned. She didn't really had the time to ask the other witch for fear of the moment but now that she had the space to think, her best friend was the first thing to fly on her head and the fact that what professor McGonagall said was very true it was reckless and dangerous and could have probably hurt one of them.
"Do not worry. Mr. Potter is sleeping just fine in the other bed. I think he's even having a wonderful dream while at it" Dumbledore gave a warm smile at her.
Hermione let out a outbreath of relief, knowing nothing bad happened to him.
When she met the older wizard's eyes again she remembers that she wasn't off the hook just yet. She stayed silent. Knowing it was the best course of action. Very much aware of the headmaster's gaze at her while hers were thrown down at her hands finding them, for a very long time, to be interesting.
"Miss Granger" He started. Dirty nails. Maybe she should get her nails done.
"Do you remember what happened before we found you unconscious in the forest?" his voice now low but not scolding and just oddly curious.
"Um.. I…" How should she put this. She actually doesn't know. One minute Harry was going to hex Malfoy and then lights were everywhere and ended up blinding them unconscious. So, would that suffice as an explanation? Maybe not.
"I do remember everything clearly but… I just don't know how to make sense of what actually happened, Professor Dumbledore" She said truthfully and Dumbledore only nods at her.
"Don't worry Miss Granger. I'm not really here to ask for an explanation just that I want to warn you and what lies ahead for your future" He then gave a smirk. "…And for a few other people as well" Now sounding more teasing than anything else.
"What do you mean by that Headmaster?" She laces it with confusion and hopes Dumbledore wouldn't let her suffer of a complicated riddles because as much as she appreciates the challenge she doesn't really feels like she's in the mood for it.
"Nothing, my child. Just that I bid you my very best luck" He said with a smile, his chuckle a voice of an old man's gurgling and went to stand up from sitting on the side of her bed. "I'll leave you to rest now. Good evening, Miss Granger"
He was at the entrance of the door before he stop mid-step to look back at the bushy haired girl, his eyes wandering her confused ones before he spoke. "A word of advice, Miss Granger. Love is a battle field. A battle field you don't want to fool around with or you might find yourself in a very intricate pinch" and with that he continued to exit the infirmary and leaving her with more questions and uncertainty than assurance and damn answers.
Hermione couldn't understand what the old wizard has tried to tell her. She prides herself with achieving everything with finest and leniency but even she can't seem to find her balance now.
Unbeknownst to her that would seem to be her stature from then on.
Chapter 1 is short. This is mostly just a filler because I wanted to just put it in there how *Spoiler Alert* Harry and Draco change *Spoiler Alert*. Don't worry I'll post the next chapter tomorrow with a promise of a longer chapter.
~Toddles~