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First of all this is my first Harry Potter Fic. So please cut me some slack here while I attempt to write this.
Disclaimer: I, do not in any way, shape or form, own Harry Potter. (D.D.15 -although I wish I owned Draco. Draco- I heard that! Too bad, I belong to Hermione. I SHALL NEVER BE YOURS! D.D.15- I never said I wanted to keep you to myself dummy. XP.
Okay just to be clear on this, this story will not follow the plotline of the book. As I haven't actually finished reading them all because of school and laziness, this will be an original plot. So please ASK me if you would like to use it or any of my original characters in any way. Thank you!
Anyways… onto the story!!!!
The mind is a powerful weapon capable of the most extraordinary things
Chapter 1: Transformation
From Duckling to Swan
'Finally! Another new school year! I can hardly wait to see everyone again.' A certain Griffindor Princess thought as she walked onto platform 9 ¾, feeling nervous and yet excited for her return to the wonderful school she loved so much.
Though no longer was she an ugly duckling, no this duckling had grown and turned into the most beautiful white swan. Gone was the bush-like, mousy-brown hair she once had. In it's place were long chestnut waves that gently cascaded down her back. Her face that was once rounded with some baby fat became delicately angled with high cheekbones, perfectly rosy cheeks, soft pink lips that just looked so inviting and ivory skin that made her glow as she stood in the sun He body had also lost its baby fat and revealed her slim form that was just right for a girl, no woman of her age. Though she looked quite fragile, the outlining of her muscle proved otherwise. Though what was most startling about this girl were her eyes. Her slightly big eyes that gleamed with mischief and joy, as her never-ending deep hazel eyes with gold flecks stared back. Truly, she was a sight to behold.
Thinking back to her summer, Hermione thought of the wonderful change that occurred.
(Flash back)
"Hermione Jane Granger, I cannot believe you have let yourself come to look like this! Last time I saw you, at least you looked decent! Have you not seen any fashion magazines lately?" (D.D.15: Hey, it's not like I read any fashion magazines either. Way to go Hermione! But since this IS my fic, you'll have to get a makeover. Hermione: NOOOOOOO!) Her long-time, muggle friend, Kate Fleur said as she went about picking at the little details of her "fashion-impaired" friend.
"Honestly Kate, I really have no time for all this rubbish. I have books to read as well as essays to write. I really have no time to care about "what's in season". Honestly, be practical." Hermione said as she scolded her friend about 'precious time' and how it shouldn't be wasted.
"Hermione. How long has it been since you've truly been happy? How can you possibly keep yourself sane if all you do is work? One day you'll realize that while you were busy keeping to yourself, everyone will have gone and had their own families. 'Mione, it's ok to be smart. It's ok to want to know answers, but please, for your sake, don't waste your life hiding behind these books. Take a chance and try something new. You'll realize that you will be much happier." Kate said solemnly as she sincerely smiled at her best friend who had tears in her eyes and a smile on her face. Seeing the silent agreement in her friend's eyes, Kate chose to speak after a moment of silence. "I promise you, that you will love the person you see in that mirror by the end of the day or my name is not Kathleen La' Belle Fleur!"
With that said the two girls spent the whole day at the mall. First to the hair stylist where Hermione got a new do and then to various stores to get the girl a totally new wardrobe complete with matching accessories. Finally, Kate told Hermione she could browse around for a bit while she searched for something. Soon the shopping was done and the girls returned to Kate's home and Hermione anxiously awaited to see the new her. Once she saw herself, she was in a state of shock.
'Is this me? I look so different. I look like… I'm actually… pretty.' The girl thought as she tackled her best friend while crying out her thanks.
"Hermione, I have one last thing to give you. Take this, this may be a make-up kit, but it will help you be strong. The world isn't always the most wonderful place. Things happen but we must always be strong. To a woman, he best battle armour is her make-up. Even if you wear the slightest bit of make-up, if you cry it will smudge and make you look disgraceful. Just remember whenever you wear it, you will be strong enough to face anything (1)." Kate said as she held the girl's hand, Smiling before she pat it and went downstairs, knowing that her friend would want some time to herself at the moment.
"Thank you Kate, thank you for everything." Hermione whispered as she once again looked at herself, feeling newfound courage swell within her.
(End flash back)
'Well here goes nothing.' The Princess thought as she stepped into the train, unknowingly starting a chain of events that would lead towards the don of a new day for Hogwarts.
End!
There you go! So did you like it? I hope I did a good job because I absolutely can't wait to write the next chapter. Sorry if the shopping thing seemed somewhat vague but honestly, I'm not really the type of person who goes on shopping sprees and stuff. I'm more of a…tomboy a guess in terms of shopping and dressing. LOL. ANYWAYS please review because I'd really like to know if you liked it or not. OH and this is my first HP fic as I mentioned before so please leave some constructive criticism if you like. BE WARNED. FLAMES SHALL BE FED TO HAO-SAMA'S SPIRIT OF FIRE AS FOOD! LOL. Any who…
(1) the ending about make-up being a girl's battle armour was actually taken from an episode from Saiunkoku Monogatari. So I do not own that idea, though it's actually quite true if you think about it. It helps girls not to cry and to be stronger. So while even I think thank make-up is pointless at times (I mean come on, I act like a boy sometimes, when will I really ever wear make-up? But that's just my opinion.) It can be useful in getting girls to be more confidant about themselves.
JA NE!!
D.D.15