SUMMARY- Hermione is upset after the Yule Ball. She goes to kitchen and found comfortable company of the boy she doesn't really know. Cedric Diggory is real upset coz he never really asked the girl he liked. He soon finds the company of the real witty girl in Hogwarts. They meet, talk, walk, sing, dance, run, stare, read, write, have fun and at last are a bit more than friends. Will Ced's and Mione's friendship will be turning into something else? Will the Champion reveal his true feelings? Are they going to be together or the world will tear them apart? HG-CD.

DISCLAIMER- I don't own anything but the plot of this story. Rest of the things belongs to J.K. Rowling

A/N: This is my first HP story. I know my English is so much bad and there are so many errors and grammar mistakes. But I request you all to, please bear that all. I read tons of stories and all but I got the inspiration from an author whose name will be kept in shadows. Hope you all will like this new plot. I'm not from England, so if there are any mistakes, please tell me.

CHAPTER 1

HG's POV

It was the worst fight I had with Ron. I had cried for what looked like almost 2 hours. I was feeling sick and the cold air blowing was making me to shiver. I really needed something warm. I planned that a cup of hot chocolate would be perfect. I stood up from the couch where I was sitting and started heading toward the kitchen.

I was lucky that I hadn't encountered into Filch or Mrs. Norris. I tell you that, that man was totally out of his mind. I entered into the kitchen and headed towards the table on my right. It was warm enough. I was feeling good in the warmth of the kitchen.

As I reached upon the table, I realized someone else was already present there. 'Someone' was Cedric Diggory. He was a Hufflepuff in his 6th year. He was the original champion of Hogwarts, as others said. Of course, his name came out of the goblet and he was the one chosen, but, it is not fair to be partial. Anyways, I didn't really know him.

He took Cho to the Yule Ball, and I feel so bad for Harry. Harry had a crush on her from last year. But anyways, I did not want to sit alone so I asked him.

"Can I sit here?"

He turned his head and smiled at me "Surely. I'd love to have a company."

I pulled the chair and sat down. I saw Dobby coming here. I smiled at him and he returned it back with a bow.

"Hello Dobby. How are you?" I started.

"Dobby is absolutely fine Miss. It's such a pleasure to meet you again, Miss. What can I get to Miss?" He said.

"Um… I think a cup of hot chocolate will work." I said and smiled.

Dobby turned toward Cedric and asked "Do Sir need anything?"

"No thanks Dobby. I'm fine." Cedric said.

"Your hot chocolate will be here soon Miss." Dobby bowed again and went inside. I turned my head toward Cedric and found him staring at me.

"Hermione Granger? Right! So, how was your night?" He started. I never thought he will know my name. But it's alright.

"Mine was good. How was yours?" I told him frankly.

He looked up from his cup letting our eyes meet for a brief second. His eyes' were blue-gray. And frankly, most wonderful eyes I have ever saw.

"Frankly, it was good. I know 'bout Harry and Cho, and I just asked her as friends." He whispered the latter.

"Oh! I'm fine with that." As I finished my sentence a house elf came and gave me my hot chocolate. I took a sip and felt much better.

"Actually I wanted to ask someone else. But" He said in a loud whisper and stopped. I noticed him looking down at his cup. I bet he was upset.

"What but? You know you can tell Me." I leaned forward and asked.

"It's that… anyone asked her just a minute before. It was so hard to pick up the courage." He whispered. His eyes still placed on the cup. His palms were placed side by side the cup. He looked straight into my eyes. They were grey, deep and piercing.

"Who was the girl?" He stayed silent.

"Ok, if you are not comfortable with the question then I will not force you. But, it's fine. But she is a lucky girl."

"Thanks Granger." He said after a long pause and smiled. I took a sip of my hot chocolate. He grinned and took a sip from his own cup.

"So how are your studies going on, Diggory?" I changed the topic.

"They are fine. Pressure is so much because of this tournament. So…" He said.

"You found out the clue?" I asked.

"Um… sorry, but really I don't know what to say." He made an apologetic face.

"Don't be sorry. It's fine Diggory. I know that things." I said and due to which he relaxed.

"Can I ask you a thing Granger?" He asked as he placed his cup on table.

"Surely, you can." I stated.

"Why were you fighting with Ron?" He asked leaning forward.

"You noticed me!" I exclaimed.

"Yup. You were shouting at the last and I was entering the hall, so I heard. Anything serious?" He asked gently. Wish Ron can learn something from Diggory.

"Quite frankly, as I was with Victor, he pissed off and said that I was fraternizing with the enemy. So…" I paused.

"Granger, want to go on a walk?" he asked. At least he understands.

"Maybe." I said. I was not sure about it. I mean the cold air and all.

"Oh… C'mon Granger." He grabbed my arms gently and led me out.

He put a heating charm on us so we should not freeze up. There was a silence, but a comfortable one. We stepped out the door and in 'bout 5 minutes we were near the lake.

"So Hermione how is Krum? And what was this fight with Ron? I saw you were very furious." He always initiated.

"Victor was nice but frankly, he was very quite silent. But my night is ruined." I said and laughed.

"Oh no. your whole night is not ruined. You're with me and we had a good talk and are having a perfect walk. Your night is not ruined wholly." He smirked at me.

I took a look at my watch and was surprised. Two whole hours went and I didn't have a clue. It was 3:30 in the morning.

"Diggory, I think we should call it a night. It's 3:30 in the morning. I'm going back to my dorm and you should also go." I said.

"Can I drop you to your common room?" He asked.

"As you wish." I said. He grinned and moved aside the way and said.

"Ladies first." We both laughed and headed back to the castle. The walk was comfortably silent.

"Good night Granger." He said as we stopped outside Gryffindor common room.

"Goodnight Diggory." I said and gave him a little peck on his cheeks. I turned around and told Fat Lady the password. I stepped in and he was there with a grin.

I went to my dormitory and as soon I was lying on my bed, I drifted into sleep with sweet dreams.

A/N: So this is the end of first chapie. My one of the favorite pairings.

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