Article for THE DAILY PROPHET
Disclaimer: If I were JK Rowling, would I be sitting here writing fan fiction on a website? I don't think so. So this clearly means I am NOT JK Rowling. I do not own the books.
Chapter One: Written By Hermione Granger
The sound of a quill scratching on parchment was the only sound that could be heard in the silent room, as an eighteen year old brunette sat behind a desk with the said quill in her hand, ardently writing away.
A few months after the Second Wizarding War, Hermione Granger was found writing an article for The Daily Prophet.
After the dreadful war ended, The Daily Prophet had dedicated a whole section for the survivors of the battle, to publish articles regarding their experiences during, before or after the battle. Articles from both sides of the war were welcome.
Harry, Ron and Hermione were requested to write as many articles as possible, as they were the major reason for the success of the Light side. Their first one - which the whole of the wizarding world had been waiting for with baited breaths- was about their adventures and the searching of the horcruxes. It was published in a book named "The Adventures of the Golden Trio'' and was greatly appreciated.
After having relived many memories from her Hogwarts days, both good and bad, Hermione completed her work.
She eagerly stood up and sat on an armchair next to the mantle place and began to read her article.
Unapprehended Helping Hand
By Hermione Granger
Help comes in the most unusual forms, they say. Endless numbers of people have assisted me, Harry and Ron solve many problems and mysteries which finally lead to the defeat of the Dark Lord.
Unknowingly, one man has aided us solve many of our difficulties. What is so astounding about this man's help is that neither did he nor did the Golden Trio realize it.
It was none other than my once arch-nemesis, Draco Malfoy.
Surprising isn't it?
Yes, Draco Malfoy, the boy who tried with all his powers to make sure that Harry Potter failed in his missions. The boy who was the reason why all hell broke loose in my sixth year at Hogwarts. The boy who called us all sorts of names just to see us lose our patience. But before you make any wrong assumptions, let me remind you that this boy has now grown into a much more mature man.
And as I've said it, his help was unintentional. Let me give you an insight as to how and when –
First year
- It was because of him that Harry got sorted into Gryffindor. Malfoy had given him a lecture about 'making friends with the wrong sort' and held out his hand for Harry to shake, which he had refused.
-Malfoy had set up a trap for Harry through which we had discovered the Sorcerer's stone. He had challenged Harry to a duel which Harry readily agreed. I tried to stop Harry but nevertheless accompanied him, Ron and Neville Longbottom. The clock had struck twelve yet there was no sign of Malfoy. Filch, the caretaker, had heard us and we tried to run away. We ran straight into the third floor which was forbidden. We later found out that 'Fluffy'(the Three-headed dog) was hiding something; the Sorcerer's stone.
Second year
-Thinking Malfoy was the heir of Slytherin, we drank Polyjuice potion to find out. Unfortunately, he was not. But we did gather useful information.
Third year
- Malfoy was the one who told Harry that Sirius was related to his family
- We would almost be attacked by the werewolf if Buckbeak – the hippogriff - wasn't there when we were back in time. Malfoy was the reason why Buckbeak had to be saved by us when we were back in time. We also flew with the help of Buckbeak to the astronomy tower
Fourth year
- Malfoy had advised, even though in a very snide manner, Ron and Harry to get me to safety during the Death Eater riot at the Quidditch World Cup.
Fifth year
- Because Malfoy had found us doing something 'unacceptable', he had reported us to Umbridge. Later, I had to twist the truth about something hidden in the Forbidden Forest. So we went to the forest and she got carried away by the centaurs.
Battle of Hogwarts
-Malfoy was reluctant to identify me, Harry and Ron to his aunt Belatrix, We wouldn't have been alive if he did to be honest.
-Draco Malfoy possessed the Elder wand. Harry became the master after he disarmed Malfoy and this was used to kill Voldemort.
-Narcissa Malfoy, Draco's mother, had lied to Voldemort that Harry was dead and is the very reason why he is still alive,
What's meant to be will always find a way. Malfoy had got us in a lot of trouble when we were younger but he did help us in some way. Especially the last few years considering we would have been dead if it wasn't for him. And I guess he would say the same. Although Malfoy has not really ever been very civil with us, he has lead us to find many clues to help solve our mysteries. It's odd that one's enemy can do so much but hey, I have proof. And for his "supposed" contributon, no matter in what form he has given us, I'm grateful.
And putting in mind that I may never really get a chance to say this again, thank you Malfoy.
With a soft, contented smile on her face, Hermione got up and tied the piece of parchment to her owl's leg. She then gazed out the window till the owl became a speck of black dot in the clear blue sky.
A/N: Really cheesy isn't it? I actually wanted to post this on my profile page but then I realized that people hardly visit profiles and I really wanted people's view on this. I wrote this in the book version. Although I think I got mixed up with the movies in some places. Please leave a review as I really DO want to know what you think about this. Some people had suggested a second chapter as a reply to this article from Draco. What do you think? Till then, have a nice day!