Hey - long time no see! I'm truely sorry about the extended break however I've had alot of cursework to do. On the bright side all of my science is done - down side: I still have about 8 other subjects to do :( But for now I'm going to enjoy the fact that I've finished my science. And what better way to celebrate than to write?!
As usual PM me or leave a review to (maybe) get your ideas in here! I read and respon to all!
Now... onto my reviewers:
Ugh - I have previously mentioned PARTNERS WILL CHANGEand this is a Draco/Hermione based fic so Harry/Ginny will be a part but not as much as Dramione. Considering how you said 'Unless Harry/Ginny end up together I won't even bother to continue reading the story. You've lost a reader.' I don't even know if you will see this and I'm sorry you don't like it.
Melly4768 - I REALLY appreciate this review. I loved the ideas you suggested and hopefully I'll write something you like. I aim for the ladida of this story to be minimal as I don't like the stories that spend five chapters describing makeup! So I guess we're quite similar in that respect! All I can say is: keep reading ;)
Guest - I split up Harry/Ginny to see how they would fare when they weren't in each others arms. I realize that not everyone likes this decision however as mentioned: I WILL BE SWAPPING PAIRS. As for Angelina and George I fear you won't like whats happening in this chapter however I can promise this is for a reason so just stick with it!
hptrump - You may think it's wrong to split up Harry/Ginny however: PARTNERS WILL BE CHANGING. I'm sorry if you can't stay long enough to see what happens however If you hate it that much 'to the point of not reading' then I guess I've lost a reader and I'm sorry.
TheAngelOnYourRight - First of all I'd really like to thank you for the non-flame reviews, the frequent reviews and the helpful suggestions :) It means the world to me. Now the mushy-gushy stuff is over... I'm glad I suprised you with my little twist and hopefully there'll be more to come! *Evil laugh* Also thankyou for pointing out the stumble, I'll let you in on a little secret - that was a mistake however thanks to you it's added a whole other layer to this fic! So... I'd like to dedicate this chapter to you: my most loyal follower :D
When Forces Collide
-After the wizarding war ended the magical population hit an all time low and all of the students have returned to a rebuilt Hogwarts to finish their school year. As a result the Ministry of Magic have issued a new law. A marriage law. Now every wizard aged 16 to 35 is paired up – no exceptions. So what happens when soul mates are split, enemies are matched and friends are torn apart?
An uneasy silence hung over the teen's heads. No one quite knew how to respond.
Ginny being the voice of reason suggested they leave George and Angelina to it. Everyone else hastily evacuated the room and left for their morning classes.
Hermione briskly walked down to Potions. She had a double lesson with Snape and didn't want to be late. She also didn't want to face any of her friends and be subject to their endless questioning – questions she didn't have the answers to. No, it was much easier to be alone at the moment. Much to her disappointment; potions required partners and Snape delighted in making his students uncomfortable. Therefore: Hermione and Draco were paired.
The two spent the next hour and thirty-six minutes in an uncomfortable silence.
As Snape dismissed the eighth year potions class, Hermione once again resumed her speedy walking pace to her next class. She continued this pattern throughout the whole day spending lunch and dinner in the Library – her own sanctuary. It wasn't until 9:30pm until she had to return to her room. And Malfoy.
Hermione took three deep breaths while facing the mahogany front door then forcefully pushed open the door. Malfoy's head snapped up from the daily prophet.
"Where the hell have you been? Potty was about to send out a search party – no one has seen you!" Draco's voice was quiet yet fierce and threatening.
Hermione responded equally as strong, "Well I'm here now. Why do you care?" Just as she was about to turn to get ready for tomorrow Draco's shot up from his seat in front of the fire and his hand latched around her small wrist.
"Am I not allowed to care about my future wife?" His words dripped with venom and hatred as he whispered in Hermione's ear.
"Get off me you loathsome ferret!" She demanded trying to slip her arm out of his hold but the more she struggled the harder his grip. His other arm snaked around her waist pulling their body's flush against each other. Without warning Draco's lips crashed against Hermione's in a fit of rage and passion. He forcefully kissed her, still pulling the brunette closer. She however didn't respond with any of the fire Draco had. She stood there, passive until Draco's grip loosened. She took that fleeting opportunity to worm out of his grasp and hit him across the face.
"Listen to me Malfoy and listen hard," she said drawing her wand. "I am NOT one of those skanks who will fall at your feet every time you so much as glance my way. I will not be any less than your equal and I do NOT expect you to treat me as lower than you. I am NOT here for your entertainment and as much as we both HATE the new law – we're STUCK with each other. I know you aren't familiar with respect however while we are together I'll respect you and you WILL respect me. Got it?" Hermione yelled taking one step closer to Draco with each word, wand aimed at his throat, forcing him backwards into a corner. Hermione promptly turned so her back was facing the speechless boy and marched towards the bedroom, shutting the door behind her.
Draco slept on the couch that night.
The next morning Hermione woke up at 6:45 to the smell of toast and tea. She quickly showered and dried her hair using magic, eager to see what was going on beyond the bedroom doors. When she was decent, dressed in her black school robes, she crept out of the bathroom and into the main area. She saw a full cooked breakfast awaiting her on the counter. Without hesitation she ran out of the doorway towards the fresh food. After finishing one of the best breakfasts she'd had in a long time, she picked up her plate and took the dirty things to the sink. As she grabbed her bag from beside the door, ready to leave, a small note caught her eye. Under the plate she'd just eaten from was a message from none other than her new roommate. It read:
Hermione, assuming you're reading this note; you have accepted my piece offering (or thrown it away) so that must mean we aren't too bad? Anyway, whatever, I wanted you to know that as much as I don't like this… arrangement… I accept the fact that things need to change. And…
The small scrap of parchment was ripped in a lightning type tear – not overly different from Harry's scar. After the events of last night it shocked her that Draco could show such guilt or remorse; or even pretend for that matter. This conundrum puzzled her for the rest of the day.
~~~GEORGE AND ANGELINA~~~
After their friend's hasty departure George was the first to speak.
"Fred?"
"George I—I—I didn't mean it… It just slipped out I-" George inturupted.
"It will always be him won't it? Always."
"George…"
"NO ANGELINA. Is that who you see when we talk? When we kiss? When we make love? I'll NEVER be good enough because I'm not him. And I never will be."
"I miss him but-" George cut her off once more.
"I MISS HIM TOO. HE WAS MY BROTHER. MY TWIN. HE WAS PART OF ME. AND NOW I'VE LOST HIM TOO." George, the supposedly calm one, raised his voice; tears threatening to spill.
She had no words of comfort or a clever retort. She had nothing left to say.
"I thought you loved me…" As George spoke Angelina's head snapped up, tears trailing down her face.
George turned to face the wall, preparing to apparate.
"It should have been me under that wall…" He mumbled before disappearing.
Eight simple little words made Angelina's walls crumble down. Just like that she was the six year old girl being told off by her mother, small and insignificant. Those eight little words seemed to make the world a much bigger and scarier place.
DISCLAIMER: I (unfortunately) don't own Harry Potter *sigh* however if JKR wants to hand over the rights - I'm up for it ;)
What do y'all think? Like it or hate it? Any suggestions? Leave a review and for the last time (this chapter!) PARTNERS WILL CHANGE
Until next time, love you guys
-ScarsAndStars