DISCLAIMER: I own Harry Potter. Yes, my mum bought them for me. (:
A/N: Okay, here's some things I need to state before I start my fanfiction. I know that the TriWizard Tournament is once every 5 years, and that the Trio didn't go to school in their last year. But you know, what? This is my fanfiction. Don't like it? Too bad.
The Dark Lord had been defeated. All was well.
After the 2nd Wizarding War, Hogwarts was restored to its old standard. Minerva Mcgonagall had taken the position as Headmistress. Gryffindor, Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw House were closer than ever, but Slytherin still stood by themselves; blood status still being a big deal.
What was left of the Order of the Pheonix continued with their lives. Arthur Weasley was promoted to the Head of Misuse of Muggle Artefacts Office, under the eye of new Minister of Magic; Kingsley Shackelbolt. Mrs Weasley stayed home, and often visited Andromeda Tonks, helping her with baby Ted. Bill and Fleur continued their lives as a married couple; George kept up WWW with the occasional help from Charlie (whenever he returned home). Percy went on to work for his father, and the Dursleys were not known to anyone about their whereabouts.
"Students of Hogwarts, may I please introduce you to our Head Boy and Girl for this year – Draco Malfoy and Hermione Granger!"
Draco stood up proudly next to Mcgonagall, and his grey eyes turned to the girl beside him. Since the war, he tried having a different perception on life and blood statuses, but it was still hard. He had to bite his tongue if the forbidden word came to his mind. She wasn't a Mudblood. She was just a bossy know-it-all Gryffindor.
At the mention of Draco's name, the Slytherin table erupted in cheers, the same with the Gryffindor table when Granger's name was called.
"These two will carry out their required tasks, and if you have any problems or help, feel free to ask them. They are here to help."
Draco then sat back down, Hermione following suit.
"Now that that's done, I will move on to the next subject. This year, Hogwarts is once again holding a TriWizard Tournament. Since it is newly renovated, Beauxbatons and Durmstrang have agreed to host the Tournament in Hogwarts once again," Mcgonagall said, "The same rules apply. Only 6th year students and above may join. However, this year, we are having two Champions from each school. So, good luck to all. Signups will be allowed starting from tomorrow, after our guests arrive." Just then, there was a sound of tapping.
"Ah, I think Durmstrang is here!" Mcgonagall stated, causing everyone to crane their necks to the main door. Hermione, who was seated, stood up to get a better view. Just then, the doors opened, and a crowd of male students in maroon shirts and black pants came marching in. Of course, Hermione wasn't sure who she was expecting. Krum had probably left school. She was disappointed at that thought, not because she had liked Krum, but she wanted to meet up with him. He was her friend, after all. But she was surprised when he saw her walking up the stage to greet Mcgonagall.
"Here, is the new Headmaster of Durmstrang; Victor Krum!"
Hermione's eyes widened. Headmaster? At such a young age? Unbelievable. Maybe it was temporary. She intended to find out. As Krum went back to take his seat at the Slytherin table, he caught the sight of Hermione and gave her a small smile, in which she returned.
After Durmstang's entrance, they were seated at the Slytherine table, and Draco smirked. At least guests sat at their table, and not at the Gryffindor one. The door was left open when Durmstrang entered, and just as Filch was about to close it, a little blue bird flew in. It was tiny, and it landed on the top of Sorting Hat, which was placed in the middle of the Hall. The bird stood quite still for a moment, and all students had their eyes locked on it.
The bird glanced at the students, and then opened its tiny little beak – and the most amazing sound Draco ever heard escaped its tiny body. The music was mesmerizing. The boys in the room were all in a dream-like state, the girls smiling serenely. Even Draco felt calm and serene. And then, Beauxbaton students entered. Gabrielle Delacour was at the front, dancing and flaunting her beauty to the Hogwarts and Durmstrang students. Draco couldn't help but stare.
When the Beauxbaton's entrance was complete, Madame Maxime walked up to the stage, and shook hands with Mcgonagall. She gave Hagrid a flying kiss, which caused the school to cheer again. The Beauxbatons were more spread out; some sat at the Ravenclaw table, some Hufflepuff and Gabrielle Delacour sat at the Gryffindor table, with Ron and Harry. Draco rolled his eyes. Of course. Her sister was that redhead's sister-in-law. Of course they'd be friends.
"Welcome to our guests, new students, old students, staff, ghosts," Mcgonagall said, as silence fell, "Now, feel free to enjoy your first meal of the year!"
Draco and Hermione were finally allowed to go to their house tables. Hermione walked over to the Gryffindor table and sat down. When the food appeared, she began piling up her plate. It was good to be back at Hogwarts.
"Okay, Granger, let's get some rules down," Draco said, turning to face Hermione. They were in the Common Room of the Head Students' Tower.
"Yes, Malfoy?" Hermione asked, crossing her arms over her chest.
"You are not allowed in my room, at any circumstances," Draco stated, and before Hermione could talk, he continued, "You get half of the Common Room and I get the other half. You will never touch any of my stuff, and don't ever annoy me."
Hermione rolled her eyes at his rules.
"Don't worry, Malfoy," she said sharply, "I wouldn't dream of laying a finger on any of your things. They're probably filled with some Muggle-born torture devices."
Draco raised an eyebrow questioningly, before rolling his eyes and turning, heading up to his room. It was getting late, and being Head Boy, he had an early start.
I will hopefully update this regularly. If not, then I'm sorry.
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