A/N: k peeps, here it is....the third chapter! TADA!! Lol... Its kinda dramatic, hope you guys like it! ...oh, and if anyone have any plot ideas, or ideas of any sort for this fic, please tell us in a review. We have stuff planned, but its always good to have feedback from the readers!

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Previously:

She must be going through a lot right now. She was never like this before Chase came along...

Ron patted Hermione on the back gingerly. "It's okay, Herm. You can tell us," he said, choosing his words carefully. Hermione in a temper was not a pretty sight.

To his surprise, Hermione sniffed, "It's okay Ron, I'm just lacking sleep"- her stomach growled-"and food...I'll be okay."

"Alright then," said Ron and Harry in unison, both looking relieved.

None of them noticed Draco Malfoy sneaking quietly behind them. He had caught every word they said. And while Harry and Ron believed Hermione's excuse, he did not. But then again, he was a Slytherin, and it was in a Slytherin's nature to be suspicious and untrusting...

Chapter Three

Draco took care to duck into the first turn available, and found himself on the way to the boy's washroom. As he splashed cold water on his face to wake himself from History with Binns, Draco replayed things in his head.

She must be going through a lot right now. She was never like this before Chase came along...

Stupid Pothead. What would he know about going through troubles? He, the Boy Who Lived, Dumbledore's pet, and hero of the universe?

Draco started as the door suddenly opened, and snapped out of his dark thoughts. There would be time for them later. But right now, if he didn't hurry, he would be late for his next class.

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Ron and Harry are walking ridiculously fast...thought Hermione, lagging behind. Or maybe it's just me trying to avoid Chase.

What Harry said next confirmed her thoughts:

"Herm, why are you walking so slowly? We're gonna be late!"

Hermione sighed. She was starting to do that a lot.

Why does it always happen to me? Of all the people I could have chosen from, I chose him. He, who makes my life hell. Why couldn't I have chosen someone else? Anyone else would have done! Even Malfoy! ...well, that might be going to the extreme, but from what I've heard, he's supposed to be a real ladies' man. Then again, I've have first hand experience with the real Malfoy, while others probably only saw the 'good' side...

A sharp voice startled Hermione out of her thoughts.

"Hermione! Watch where you're going! That was the door you nearly walked into!" scolded Ron.

Oh...

The trio entered the classroom. Hermione, who had already spotted Chase, ducked swiftly behind Harry and Ron hoping to get a safe seat before Chase spotted her. Unfortunately, it wasn't meant to be. Hermione could see Chase patting the empty seat next to him out of the corner of her eye.

"You know, Flitwick isn't here yet, and... so... it's been a long morning. I should probably take a little trip to the ladies room -" stuttered Hermione.

"Come on!" said Ron, exasperated. "Flitwick will be here any second now! And besides, your boyfriend is waiting for you..."

"Oh," Hermione said, shooting Ron a death glare, "I guess I should go and sit with him then..."

"Well Herm, you don't have to if you don't -" Harry started, but quickly cut himself off at the expression on Hermione's face.

She sighed. "Just leave it Harry. I'll be fine." I wish. Even if I make it out of Charms alive, there's still tonight. That's something even I haven't yet found a way to avoid. Stupid Ronald! Why couldn't he have just kept his mouth shut? But no, he's always poking fun at me...

Hermione picked up her bag from where she had dropped it when she had hurriedly ducked behind Ron and Harry. Then she slowly began making her way over to Chase.

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Draco's head dropped onto his desk. He felt totally wilted. Transfiguration, it was supposed to be an exciting class! Tuning things into other things. Yeah, right. When has that ever happened with McGonagall? Notes, notes, and more notes, then a lecture while you took notes... Just joyful. And imagine spending nearly two hours on that as well! His time was seriously being wasted.

Draco raised his hand. "Professor, may I please be excused to use the washroom?"

McGonagall's eyebrows raised, as if questioning if he really needed to go. Draco smirked. It was too easy reading that woman.

"Please, Professor, it's rather urgent..."

Professor McGonagall sighed. "Very well Mr. Malfoy, but do hurry back. I have another very important note for the class to take down after they finish this one."

Draco nodded. "Of course, Professor."

Professor McGonagall turned her back, and Draco took this as a signal to the end of their little... 'conversation'. He walked smoothly out the door, and hurried to the nearest washroom.

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Hermione reluctantly took a seat next to Chase placing her bag on her desk. She could feel Chase's eyes on her, and she glanced around, trying to find a way out. No. She couldn't take it anymore.

Hermione walked up to Professor Flitwick, who had just arrived.

"Sir, I'm extremely sorry, but can I please be excused to visit the washroom?"

Flitwick looked up sternly at Hermione. "Why did you not go before class Miss Granger?"

Hermione bit her lip. "Um... I had to stay behind at my last class to ask Professor Binns a question..."

"Alright then. But don't make it a habit!"

Hermione smiled slightly. "Off course not sir."

As she walked out the door, Hermione's smile faded instantly. She walked hurriedly, while looking down at her shoes. Whatever had possessed her to walk out of class like that? She had always been able to put up with Chase before, well, not exactly, but she managed.

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Draco ran down the corridor. He had already taken more time then necessary, and McGonagall was sure to be mad. He had too many activities going on; he couldn't afford to receive a detention. He rounded the corner and ...

Wham.

Draco felt the impact of a soft body against his. A female one, he knew. Who wouldn't, after all the experience he had? His arms reached out and steadied her, acting on pure instinct.

Draco looked down slightly, and saw a mess of thick, wavy honey brown hair. It seemed oddly familiar for some reason...

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Still lost in her thoughts, Hermione failed to notice that someone was coming right towards her. And at such a high speed that he would not be able to stop.

Wham.

She felt herself collide with something solid. Hermione opened her eyes and saw black.

Okay, either she had fainted, or she had ran into something. Most likely not a wall either...

She felt herself falling back. Perhaps if she had not spared time for those irrelevant thoughts, she would have been able to steady herself. But it mattered not, as she felt strong arms snake around her waist, stopping her from falling.

Hermione's eyes roamed upwards, towards her 'rescuer's' face, hoping, hoping that it was not Chase.

Draco Malfoy.

Who would've thought? Well, at least it wasn't him...

"Well, well, well. Look who we have here!" said Draco in a lazy voice, releasing his hold around her waist and subconsciously wiping his hands on the back of his robes. "I guess you can be even more clumsy then you were this morning Granger!"

He's just as bad... or at least almost as bad.

"Like I said before, stuff it Malfoy," Hermione retorted coolly, "And, if I remembered correctly, it was you who ...ah... bumped into me, and not the other way around."

Draco smirked. She was interesting, this mudblood. He would have to teach her a lesson.

Hermione watched him, contempt clearly written on her face.

"Well then, I suppose an apology is due."

He had to be planning something else. She knew it. Since when did Malfoy of all people apologize?

And Hermione was right, because without another word, Draco leaned in slightly and gave her a lingering kiss, right on the lips.


A/N: There you go, ch.3. I hope you peeps liked the romance, I threw it in there just for you guys! I thought it would be getting a tad bit boring....lol. Well, it's not as long as we promised, but we'll make up for it by updating faster. Hopefully, we'll be posting ch. 4 tomorrow...hey, it's the weekend pple! Give us a break! =) ... I didn't think it was that bad, but do tell if it was a bit awkward, or if it was too fast. Any feedback is welcome.

Well... until next time, cya!