Hello Everyone! Yes i know its a new story i know i said i wasn't going to post more until my main story was complete but i was working on this one a little, when my little sister said to just post what i have done. I have a tendency to either work on the later chapters of the Martyr or some of the other stories that just needed to be put down on paper or saved on…well anyways you get the point i hope. But Yeah don't worry though most of my focus will be on the Martyr so for anybody who's reading it please don't worry that one will have more updates soon.

This Little story came to mind when i was literally just sitting on the couch doing absolutely nothing. I hope you all like this one, so let me know what you all think. It is a femslash story so if you don't like don't read. The pairing of course is Skyler/Hermione ;) for those of you who don't know who Skyler is she is an OC that I've created. For those readers who are are new to her, Her real story Is in that of my other Story The Martyr. Check it out if you like, or just stick with this one haha

The three songs used in this chapter are as follows

The 1975-Girls

We came as Romans-Hope

Icon for Hire-The Grey

So while I go berate myself on how i should really follow my own rules, because i know how it is waiting for updates haha while finishing up the next chapter in The Martyr, Please indulge yourself in the first Chapter Of Love Never Dies…But as always everyone

Read,Review,Enjoy \(^.^)/

Chapter 1: Something Familiar

The sky was red as blood, the sun blocked by the moon. People ran as ragged rocks of fire fell from the sky, smoke rose from the burning of houses,buildings and the like, as ash begun to float everywhere. The screams of the dying filled the air as well as the blood thirsty roars of the beasts set free to wreak havoc on the earth. Two figures stood atop a large hill looking over the destruction of a once great city. They embraced each other tightly," he's coming..." The shorter spoke softly to her beloved. The grip on her waist tightened,"He will never have you"

"Please my love..."

"No"

" always so stubborn." She chuckled looking into the eyes of her lover all seriousness returning," I can not ask you to pay the price, nor can I let these people suffer for our selfishness."

"Is it so selfish to fight for that which you love most?" Soft wings embraced the brunette as she sighed at the feeling," you are making this harder then it is...please" the winged figure closed the distance lips met lips in a passion filled kiss. When she pulled back just enough so that her lips barely touching the others she whispered softly," I would gladly pay any price if it means I get to love you..."

Hermione woke with a small gasp. These dreams always felt so real almost as if she had lived them before with a glance at her clock it read 3:33. She sighed ever since the war ended the dreams had come more frequently. Now that her worry and stress levels weren't so high. Hermione fell back on the bed staring up at the ceiling she had a few hours before she had to get up but her mind was buzzing of the winged girl she kept seeing in her dreams, her eyes seemed to haunt her waking moments, they were other worldy practically glowing. With a frustrated sigh she sat swinging her legs over and stood from her bed to stretch she didn't like this one bit. In a sense she felt like she was cheating on Ron. Spending time with him during the day only to dream of another by night, even stranger the girl in her dreams was familiar yet she did not even have a name for the face.

The senior Gryffindor headed to her shower hoping to wash away the intensity of the dream, though this one gave her a horrible foreboding feeling unlike the others. After about 20 minutes of just standing under the running water and about 10 minutes of washing her self exited to her room feeling refreshed. Might as well ready herself for the day which wasn't so bad seeing as it was Friday. Ron and Harry had planned to take her and Ginny out which was a first for Ron in a while. She smiled though it was a start and the elder red head had said he would try harder to be a little spontaneous.

With that thought she checked over her assignments making sure she hadn't missed any and read before her school day began. It was nice being able to return to repeat her seventh year knowing that for once while she was at Hogwarts she didn't have to worry of a coming threat from a disillusioned wizard with daddy issues. She spent most of her morning reading until classes started and the day went by rather quickly. When class had let out she and Ginny hurriedly made their way to the girls dorm to ready themselves for their night out. With a final once over Hermione smiled at herself in the mirror hoping that she would be able to wow Ron. She didnt go all out but the dress she picked was cute and classy yet casual, having sort of a vintage style to it. Her shoes were stylish yet comfy. Her hair curled left down and whilst she didn't like the use of most make up Ginny insisted on her using lip gloss.

She made her way down to the common room where the boys were waiting Harry smiled at both her and Ginny telling them they were quite the sight. Ron how ever seemed a bit impatient,"We better hurry or we're going to be late." He said looking at his watch. Ginny scoffed at her brother before allowing Harry to take her by the arm and lead her out. Ron smiled at Hermione before turning to leave, so far this date night wasn't turning out the way she had hoped. Stifling a sigh the witch followed her boyfriend and friends out. The boys had lead them through Hogsmead soon realizing that they were heading to leave past it,"Where are we going?" Harry only smiled back at his friend before continuing on his way.

The group came to a small dirt road leading into the forest."you can't be serious?" Ginny asked a little surprised this is where their date was to be." There's more to it then meets the eye...come on follow me." Harry urged his girlfriend holding her close as they entered first. After several minutes Hermione turned to the youngest Weasley boy expectantly. He didn't seem to get the gist and instead motioned for her to enter first. This was wearing her nerves and patience thin. What the hell was his problem when they had first began dating there had been fire works and when she looked at him she saw love, now it seemed the spark they had, had flitted away and died and the boy only saw it fit to show affection when his need willed him to. Although part of her anger diminished when she stepped through the trees.

What she saw was the equivalent of a muggle circus or carnival. She was amazed by the sight, her awe interrupted when a hand slipped around hers making her flinch away. Hermione looked seeing it was Ron, feeling guilty of her earlier thoughts a small smile spread on her lips as she took his hand and stepped closer pecking him on his cheek. This was a good start indeed. The couples decided to spend the early part of their night together as a group deciding to split after the small concert show. Ginny had been more excited about the show then the others stating that one of the bands playing was her favorite underground group that was quickly gaining recognition.

The teens made their way to the front of the stage being some of the first to arrive." I can't believe it Silver Wings is performing!" The younger red head squealed,"I hope Angel Eyes sings!"

"Who the bloody hell is Silver Wings? And Angel Eyes?" Ginny rolled her eyes at her brother." For your information my dear brother they're one of the hottest new bands since the Wicked Sisters maybe even better." as Ginny filled her friends in about what she knew about the group more people started crowding around the stage. Before they knew it the lights dimmed and the crowd cheered waiting for the performance to begin. Soon the sound of drums and a guitar sounded with a catchy tune as five figures appeared before them on the stage causing the crowd to go wild cheering louder. Hermione watched as the singer a boy who was tall and lean with with black hair began singing..

Bite your face to spite your nose
17 and a half years old
Worrying about my brother finding out
What's the fun in doing what you're told?

I said, "No!"
"Oh give it a rest, I could persuade you"
"I'm not your typical, stoned 18 year old
Give me a night I'll make you"
"I know you're looking for salvation in the secular age, but girl I'm not your savior."
Wrestle to the ground
God help me now because

He paused momentarily watching the crowd with a smile , as he sang the chorus so did they...

They're just girls breaking hearts
Eyes bright, uptight, just girls
But she can't be what you need if she's 17
They're just girls
They're just girls

"I love this song!" Harry smiled at his girlfriend as she sang along to the song. Urging the others to sing along as well. Hermione laughed as Ginny grabbed her hands to dance with her while trying to teach the older witch the words. The band continued to play, after ending the first song introducing themselves as a group. After the small intro the singer continued to hype the crowd before playing another song keeping the high energy going. After a few more songs of high energy the sounds began to mellow out a little so as to save everybody energy. Well, at least tried to mellow out.

Stand up
You have a voice to be heard
You're worth more than words
So let your fire burn
Oh, your flame will be lit
Again when a candle is burned at both ends
And there's nothing left

You can change
You can become selfless
You're not set in stone

Hermione was enjoying herself as well as the music Ginny was right to say that the band was becoming one of the best. The songs they played were fantastic ranging from several genres or a mix of some. Her brown eyes looked over the band the lead singer obviously the first she had noticed whom she learned to be called Beast. Then switching to look over the bass player an oriental boy who was quite pale who dubbed himself Shadow.

You will wade through mistakes that we all make
But just hold on

Don't fade away (hold on)

We won't fall to our knees
We are the one true hope
So give me an answer
Are you in or you out?
We are the one true hope
So give me an answer

As the song continued Hermione continued to memorize the band. Her eyes wandered to the drummer, a girl known as Ace. She had long dark brown hair a streak of grey, with a feathered headband. Almost like she had a hippy punk style to her. Next was the rhythm guitarist. His skin was sun kissed like he was from the islands of the pacific shorter then the lead singer but taller then the rest considering the fact he was called Pineapple Hermione wondered vaguely if he was really was from some sort of island maybe like Maui?

We all fall, crawl out of the fear you're in
Don't give up
We won't fall to our knees
We are the one true hope
So give me an answer

We are the one true hope (whoa)
So are you with me (whoa)
Or will you fall to your knees? (whoa)

We are the one true hope (whoa)
So are you with me (whoa)
Or will you fall to your knees? (whoa)

Last but certainly not least her eyes fell upon the lead guitarist. The girl had hair as black as midnight like that of the lead singer. Only hers was longer and wavy cut in layers that practically feathered out at the tips, there was a single streak of white in her hair shown on her bangs. She found it a little odd the girl wore black Raybans seeing as it was night but she figured it was part of her style. Also it looked as if the dark shades were holding up the girls side swept bangs. Hermione stared at the girl she was the one called Angel Eyes, curious to know if the girls eyes lived up to the name.

We are the one true hope
We are the one true hope

We won't fall to our knees
We are the one true hope
So give me an answer
Are you in or you out?
We are the one true hope
So give me an answer

As the song was coming to an end Hermione couldn't keep her gaze from that of the guitarist. Her curiousity it seemed needed to be sated. What she hadn't realized was that her staring hadn't gone unnoticed, if she was paying more attention the witch would have noticed the slight tilt of the musician's head.

We all fall, crawl out of the fear you're in
Don't give up
We won't fall to our knees
We are the one true hope
So give me an answer whoa whoa
Give me an answer, now whoa whoa
Give me an answer

"Wooooooooo! That was amazing I hope they play another song" Ginny screamed." Told ya it was a good idea mate." Ron yelled to Harry who smiled broadly glad that his girlfriend and best friends were having a good time. The crowd around them suddenly went crazy with renewed energy. The three older teens looked a bit confused by the sudden burst of cheers which a certain red head joined." What's going on?" Harry yelled over the cheers. Ginny turned to the golden trio practically flying from the way she was jumping up and down,"She's going to sing! She's going to sing!"

"Who!?"

"Angel Eyes!"

"So what's the big deal about that?!" Ron huffed annoyed from her excessive excitement."She hardly ever sings...but when she does it's just simply amazing!" The group watched as the female guitarist handed off her instrument walking center stage to stand at the mic. While the lead singer set up a keyboard, the raven haired girl looked to her band mates as if checking for something before she began and the sound of a piano sounded in sync with the bass

I am standing on the edge of returning or just running away
I am letting myself look the other way
And the hardest part in all of this is I don't think I know my way back home
Is it worth the journey or do I let my heart settle here

How cold have I become
I didn't want to
Lose you by what I'd done
Caught in the grey

The slow beat of the drums entering in sync sent shivers down Hermione's spine the girls voice was fantastic. It was like it was filled with raw emotion as the build of the music progressed and the witch couldn't take her eyes off the girl as she moved taking the mic from the stand

I don't wanna look you in the eyes, you might call me away
I don't wanna give you the chance to make me stay
And the hardest part in all of this is
I know my way back, I don't want to go
And let you see all that has become of me

I should've know, I should've known
I didn't have a chance

She stood closer to the crowd and Hermione watched as the girl reached up to her glasses. Being closer now oddly enough the musician looked vaguely familiar but with her glasses on it was hard to tell. Though what happened next all but practically shocked her. As the build of the rhythm continued into the chorus with the guitar joining, the performer took her glasses from her face revealing a very familiar set of eyes that Hermione could never forget

How cold have I become
I didn't want to
Lose you by what I'd done
Caught in the grey
It burns for a moment but
But then it numbs you
Takes you and leaves you just
Caught in the grey

(You tell me)
In my deepest pain
In your weakest hour
In you darkest night
You are lovely

Brown orbs met those that looked of small galaxies, blue sapphire clashed and mixed with purple sapphire, even the tiny flexes of silver were visible looking like small stars sparkling amongst them, while the small flecks of black only added to the effect. The black ring lining the iris only made the color stand out more the light of the moon practically reflecting off the those eyes making them glow twice as bright. They were just as she remembered seeing them in her dreams right down to the runic symbols within the black rings. Hermione felt herself getting lost in those eyes, it seemed like she had so many times before and staring into them now made no difference.

(You tell me)
In your deepest pain
In your weakest hour
In you darkest night
You are lovely

Hermione was stuck in a trance too preoccupied to noticed that the one dubbed Angel Eyes had knelt right in front of her causing those around her to go hysterical. The performer summoned a single black rose handing it to the brunette. As the flower transferred from one hand to another time seemed to have slowed around the pair. The slight brush of hands sent a vibrant shock through the witch, and in that briefest of moments it felt as if a fire she never knew she held awakened inside of her. As if the very essence of her soul had been awaken by the briefest touch of someone she didn't even know. As the black haired girl continued to sing it felt as if she was calling to her, telling a small part of an undiscovered story.

How cold have I become
I didn't want to
Lose you by what I'd done
Caught in the grey

It was also in that brief moment those galaxy-no those Angel Eyes widened slightly as if the other had felt the sensation too. And just as quickly as it came the moment left and time caught up with the two as the musician stood from her spot continuing her number bringing it to an end.

It burns for a moment but
But then it numbs you
Takes you and leaves you just
Caught in the grey

In your deepest pain
In your weakest hour
In you darkest night
You are lovely

In your deepest pain
In your weakest hour
In you darkest night
You are lovely

I am standing on the edge of returning or just running away

When the final key was struck Hermione's trance broken as the crowd went crazy. She looked to the rose in her hand then back to the stage. The girl was staring intently at her before looking to the crowd and bowing. That being the final number for the band they left the stage as an announcer came to the mic stating that there was to be a 20 minute intermission. It was in that instant a very loud squeal sounded in the brunettes ear which hurt due to the very high pitch." Hermione I can't believe it she sang to you!"

"Pipe down Gin it's not a big deal." Ron said moving to stand next to his girlfriend wrapping an arm around her shoulder. Hermione unconsciously stiffened at the gesture which didn't go unnoticed."are you alright 'Mione you look a bit flushed" Harry teased

"F-fine...I just didn't expect her performance to be so...intense" Ginny squealed again pulling the older girl from her brothers embrace,"She gave you a rose! Do you have any idea what that means!" Brown tresses swished as the brunette shook her head no." It means you have a back stage pass to meet the band!"

"Aw come on there's loads to do here besides meet some crummy band why don't you take the rose and meet them with Harry" the older Weasley complained." Because Hermione was given the rose not me." Ginny stated matter of factly. The older witch looked to her other best friend who shrugged,"Well what could it hurt how about we meet them Gin can get an autograph then we could head out?" Ron groaned at his friend's sensibility. It seemed like Ron was in a hurry to be alone with his girlfriend which for some reason unsettled Hermione at the very thought. With a reluctant sigh Ron gave in and the group headed to the backstage entry, as they were lead to the band Hermione's heart seemed to race at the thought of seeing the girl with angel eyes again. She had a feeling tonight was going to be one she'd never forget.

Sooooo Hope you All liked it I know its a bit short but i'll work on that. I was going to use the third song in this chapter in one of the later chapters of The Martyr but i felt it fit better in this story. Until next time everyone ;)