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A/N I have no idea what possessed me to write this. Don't flame it PLEASE. I take suggestions, but no 'Your story is terrible, maybe you should…' Don't diss the music I use either. They are just fun songs. Thank you muchly.
"Friendship is the hardest thing in the world to explain. It's not something you learn in school. But if you haven't learned the meaning of friendship, you really haven't learned anything."
Hermione sat in her room and looked in the mirror. Five years since I saw them. It's best that they don't know about me dropping magic. Nobody from Hogwarts knows. They won't find out either. Not with my stage name. This is just as much fun as teaching. Hermione was now twenty-two years old. She walked to her window and looked out onto the Hogsmeade streets below. The lights are beautiful. I had better get to work. Hermione grabbed her suitcase of clothes and walked outside. She went to a nearby club where she sang. She went to her dressing room and opened her suitcase. She chose a black skirt that went to her knees and cyan shirt. She put it on with her matching stilettos ((I LOVE THOSE SHOES!!)) and walked onto the stage. The room filled with applause. "Hi everybody. How are you all tonight? Let's get tonight on a roll." She walks to the microphone as the music starts.
"I'm so addicted
To the lovin' that you're feeding to me
Can't do without it
This feeling's got me weak in the knees
Body's in withdrawal
Everytime you take it away
Can't you hear me callin'
Begging you to come out and play?
So baby come to me
Show me who you are
Sweet to me
Like sugar to my heart
I'm cravin' for you
I'm missin' you like candy
Sweet, sweet lovin'
Got me going to the extreme
Won't go without it
This vibe has got a hold on me
Satisfying, baby
Let me show you what I'm made of
No doubt about it boy
Got me feeling crazy
Can't get enough…"
She got into her
singing. She walked around the club and
danced. Well, as much as one can dance when
trying to sing well. She bowed as the
club thundered with applause. She
finished the night and got ready to go home when her boss came in.
"Great job,
Bethany. I need to talk to you about
something. The entire club is rented
for a reunion on Friday. I promised
them a good show. Can you do it?"
Hermione smiled. "I'd be glad to. Bye." That Friday quickly
approached. Hermione got ready for the
show. She decided to wear a red dress
that ended a little above her knees and red stilettos. She walked out on the stage and the curtain
was down. She faced the wall away from
the audience. An announcement was
made. "Now presenting the most
beautiful flower here. Her voice can
charm the most wild beast out there. Presenting Bethany. The curtain
rose and the lights came on. She heard
applause and whistles. Men. Honestly. This should be
fun. Old friends, here for one
thing. To be together. She turned around. "I hear that this is a reunion. Old friends, old jokes, even old enemies that you missed. This first song is just of those
reasons. It's a bit sad, but is related
to those memories that will always be remembered." The music started and she began to sing.
"This used to
be my playground
This used to be my childhood dream
This used to be the place I ran to
Whenever I was in need
Of a friend
Why did it have to end
And why do they always say
Don't look back
Keep your head held high
Don't ask them why
Because life is short
And before you know
You're feeling old
And your heart is breaking
Don't hold on to the past
Well that's too much to ask
This used to be my playground
This used to be my childhood dream
This used to be the place I ran to
Whenever I was in need
Of a friend
Why did it have to end
And why do they always say
No regrets
But I wish that you
Were here with me
Well then there's hope yet
I can see your face
In our secret place
You're not just a memory
Say goodbye to yesterday
Those are words I'll never say
This used to be my playground
This used to be our pride and joy
This used to be the place we ran to
That no one in the world could dare destroy
This used to be our playground
This used to be our childhood dream
This used to be the place we ran to
I wish you were standing here with me
This used to be our playground [used to be]
This used to be our childhood dream
This used to be the place we ran to
The best things in life are always free
Wishing you were here with me"
Two members of the audience looked at each other during this song. One with bright red hair and the other one with dark hair and glasses. The look between them was an unspoken agreement. It meant, "This song says it all. Hermione disappeared to somewhere. We couldn't find her. She should be here with us." During the applause, Harry turned to Ron. "She looks so much like Hermione would."
Ron nodded in agreement. "I'd say it was her but this is Bethany. She's beautiful."
"Maybe we can meet her after the show."
"Good idea." Everybody's attention was back on the stage as Hermione continued to sing.
"Will I close my eyes?
Will I hold my breath?
Will I wanna cry?
Will our souls connect?
I've been thinking about it when I go to bed.
At night I wonder, wonder
Our first kiss won't be the last
Our love's too deep to end that fast
Good things come to this who have to wait
I believe it's only time
That keeps us from the thing divine
When it's here you know I'm gonna say
Lay it on my lips"
She continued the song as people danced. She saw a small boy tripping over his own feet. He's so much like Neville. She walked into the group and went around to people singing. She finished the song. "Okay everybody I'm going to take a break right now. Keep dancing. There will be music. A cold voice called out mockingly from below.
"All right Granger. See you in a few." Hermione froze, Malfoy!
Harry turned to Malfoy. "What are you talking about? That's not Hermione."
"You and Weasley are so blind. Can't you see it. Same hair, same eye color. She seems to be the right age to be Granger."
Ron rolled his eyes. "Hermione wouldn't be here as a singer. She's been gone for five years. Nobody knows what happened to her."
"Exactly. Grangers gone, why wouldn't this be her?"
"She wanted to teach."
"We'll have a talk with this Bethany after the show. You, me and Potter will go backstage." Hermione came on the stage and sang more. She finished the show. That's all for tonight. I hope you all stay in touch. It's important never to lose the people you grew up with. Come back sometime. Good-night." Hermione walked backstage into her dressing room. There was a knock on her door. "Coming." She opened the door. Harry! Ron! Malfoy! "May I help you?"
Harry shrugged. "We just wanted to tell you how great you were." Hermione noticed Ron looking at her somewhat sad.
"Are you okay?"
Ron smiled and spoke softly. "So much like her. Sweet, talented, beautiful.."
"Pardon?"
"Nothing, you just look like an old friend of mine. You are like an exact replica. She's gone somewhere."
Harry nodded. "Ron, we all miss her. Everybody wanted her here tonight. Maybe we'll find her one day."
Malfoy looked at Ron. "Poor Weasley and Potter. Missing his Mudblood."
"How dare you Malfoy. Leave Ron alone. Don't call me Mudblood. We were friends at graduation. Do you mean that my absence caused you to go back to this." Hermione clapped her hands over mouth. Stupid me. What have I done?
Malfoy begins to laugh. "I knew it was you. Welcome back." Malfoy gave Hermione a hug, which she returned. She hugged Harry and walked to Ron.
"Hermione. You've been here all along." Hermione nodded and hugged him.
Harry smiled. "Let's go." They go outside onto the dance floor. "REUNION IS NOT OVER! IT'S HERMIONE!" Gasps are heard and people greet her. A slow song starts up, and Draco and Hermione dance.
"Why did you leave Hermione?"
"I don't know. I'm coming back though. I can't go on without you guys."
"I didn't mean the Mudblood thing. I needed to get you to tell us."
"How did you know it was me?"
"I could tell. It's hard to forget the one you love."
Hermione looked surprised. "Are you saying…"
"Yes. Not a smart thing to do."
"It was pure genius." She leaned forward and kissed him softly. "Our first kiss won't be the last."
A/N All done. R/R. I know it's not too great. No flaming the couple.