Got inspired after I heard the song. Thank you, Disney!
Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter nor do I own Lion King 2.
For the record: This is their 2nd year. It makes my story a little more believable because she is doubting the Sorting Hat's choice in putting her in Gryffindor. Very OOC, I know but please bear with me!
Hermione Granger sat alone in the Gryffindor common room while everyone slept. She was having another "mental breakdown" of why she was placed in Gryffindor.
'Why? It's not as if I don't like being a Gryffindor, it's that I just don't understand why I was placed here! I mean, I'm smart enough to be in Ravenclaw and I'm also friendly and hard working so Hufflepuff was possible. I know Slytherin wasn't an option because of my blood, plus I'm not that cunning. So why did the Sorting Hat place me in Gryffindor?'
As she was thinking this, she didn't notice one of her best friends sitting next to her.
"Hermione, are you okay?" said a concerned faced Harry Potter. She looked at him and smiled.
"Yes, I was just thinking about something."
"Mind telling me about what?" curiosity written all over his face. She sighs.
"Why did the Sorting Hat place me in Gryffindor?" she asked with an eyebrow raised. Both of his eyebrows rose. Why was she asking this?
"I just don't think I belong here! Everyone calls me a bookworm and say I'm not brave enough to be here!" Hermione stared at the floor the whole time with a sad expression.
"Do you really believe that?"
"Yes… I just don't think I belong here with you guys. You are all brave and loyal and I'm not sure that I fit here." She raised her head and looked at Harry.
"That's like saying you don't want to be a Gryffindor! It's in your blood. Like it is in mine. We are part of this family." Hermione huffed. Harry gave her a gentle nudge, then he got a bright idea.
As you go through life you'll see
there is so much that we
don't understand
and the only thing we know
is things don't always go
the way we planned
He remembered one of his favorite muggle movies. He smiled and looked at Hermione. She soon remembered the song and smirked.
But you'll see every day
That we'll never turn away
When it seems all your dreams come undone
We will stand by your side
Filled with hope and filled with pride
We are more than we are
We are one
Hermione decided to sing along.
If there's so much I must be
Can I still just be me
The way I am?
Can I trust in my own heart
or am I just one part
of some big plan?
It was true. She felt the pressure of being a Gryffindor and was afraid of losing herself in it. Another worry of her was concerning he-who-most-not-be-named. I mean, they where only in second year and yet people wanted Harry, Ron and herself to save everyone!
Even those who are gone
Are with us as we go on
your journey has only begun
Harry thought about his parents. The song was right, they will always be with him. Helping him to accomplish their journey.
Tears of pain, tears of joy
one thing nothing can destroy
Is our pride, deep inside
We are one
We are one, you and I
we are like the earth and sky
one family under the sun
It was true. They were a family. Harry hugged Hermione and continued singing.
All the wisdom to lead
All the courage that you need
you will find when you see
We are one
"As long as you live here, it's who you are." Harry kissed her forehead and got up from the couch they were sitting on. Hermione cave him a questioning face.
"You'll understand someday. Goodnight, Hermione." And with that he left for his room to get some sleep.
"Goodnight, Harry." She smiled and went to her room. For once, she felt like she belonged there.
Well, tell me what you think about it. Like it? Hate it? Love it? Please review. Until next time.
-Random Dreamer