DISCLAIMER: I don't own Harry Potter---just the plot of this story, thank you.
Chapter Four- More Surprises
School turned out to be the usual. Long hours dedicated for classes, some bickering among the Gryffindors and the Slytherins. Maybe the only different thing this year was that the new and first school's newspaper by Gaby and Hermione was officially launched.
On one normal day, Ginny was hurrying to her class for she overslept. Then being the klutz that she was, she tripped over a hole while running and her bag fell open, dropped her books on the floor. While picking up what she dropped, a pair of feet came to her sight. Thinking that this person would help her and he or she did, she rose and smiled and was about to say thank you but when she saw who it was, she frowned.
"Oh, right. Just what I needed," Ginny said rolling her eyes. She fixed her things in her bag.
"Not even a thank you?" the guy taunted as he stretched his arm when she was in a motion to get the book from him.
"Oh please, I don't have time for this, ok? Just give me the book," Ginny demanded and she was starting to lose her patience especially right now that she's running late for McGonagall's class.
"Didn't your parents teach you some manners? Say the magic words and your wish is my command, " Draco teased and it's evident on his face that he's enjoying every bit of this.
"Ok, fine. Thank you, " Ginny said in clenched teeth, "now, give it to me," she added stretching her own hand to get the book but he's faster.
"Well, on second thought, you didn't ask so nicely so why should I give it to you?" he raised his eyebrows and smiled.
Now Ginny really didn't have time for this so she did what he hadleast expected she would do.
SMACK.
He fell down on his back and she got her book. Draco was touching his face for it really hurt. Damn, she hit hard.
"I would really like to apologize for that but I don't have much time since you wasted most of it," Ginny said looking at the muscular figure on the floor and then ran her way to the Transfiguration classroom.
Now people were staring at the Head Boy who was starting to stand up and his associates appeared. People were giggling but only a single look from Draco made them stop.
"What happened to you Draco? Who did that?" Pansy approached and touched his face where a part of it was swelling.
"Don't touch me, ok Pansy? Just don't," Draco said annoyed and irritated at her as he shoved her hand from his face. I'm gonna get you for that, Weasley. Nobody messes with me like that.
He then held something in his hand that resembled a silver string with a heart tied to it and put it into his pocket.
GINNY'S POV
Oh, god. What have I done? Is this me? First, I punched Malfoy, next I'm here for detention. I hate this. It's already quite late and I have a lot of things to do. Thank god, I'm done.
As I was walking, I came across this bulletin board where almost all sorts of papers were pinned. This particular one caught my attention. This was a newspaper article written by Hermione and I admit that she and Gaby are doing a great job. The article read:
'...the auditions that will be held this 4th of October is for the upcoming play for our Muggle Appreciation Day as the main presentation. Auditions will be held at the old Arithmancy room. The judges will be our Muggle Studies Professor, Professor Tolkins and other surprise judges. You can audition any performance. You can approach any of the House prefects to register. Students are encouraged to join the auditions, and for those who won't will have other things to do in honor of the event. This affair aims to widen our respect and appreciation for the Muggle world. Other activities organized for this event will be just announced by the Heads of each House. Further details will be posted here in our first ever school paper, The School Prophet. '
(END OF POV)
Ginny became interested. She was actually talented and she was actually planning to join. She only had to ask help from one good friend.
"Hermione, what do you think of me joining the auditions?" Ginny asked as she sat at one of the chairs. Hermione looked at her put her book down and smiled.
"I think that would be great, Ginny. Really. So I'll sign you up?" Hermione asked.
"Oh, you mean, you're one of the judges?" Ginny asked quite shocked but not really. She's Hermione; she'll do anything to be part of something this important and helpful.
"Yeah, so what are you going to do for your performance?"
"Um, I don't know yet, I'll come up with something."
"Ok, well good luck," Hermione said still smiling, "and oh, nice punch, I have to tell you. You did all of us a favor," she added. Now Ginny couldn't hide the smile that is showing on her face. Hermione looked at her still grinning and both of them laughed.
DRACO'S POV
Man, she's definitely something. Hitting me for no reason. Who does she think she is, anyway? Even her brother didn't dare to do that. She just caught me off guard, that's all. No one ever dared to that, well, except for Hermione, of course. That's why their best friends, aren't they? And being stupid was all I could be after that, I should have had taken points off from Gryffindor, I have authority anyway. Stupid. That will teach her not to mess with me. Hell, why do I even bother to think about her? I'll just get her back. And damn, the embarrassment that had given me. It'll be out for sure tomorrow. GRRRR! I'll really get her.
(END OF POV)
God, what a day. Ginny sighed and recalled what happened, then lied down to her bed ready to sleep. What was I thinking? Hitting him? Well, he deserves it. Anyway, why do I even bother to think of him? Why bother to think of someone you know would never think about you the same way? Her face fell as she closed her eyes and fell asleep and started dreaming.
The rest of the days left in September turned out to be normal. October four was only a week away and Ginny was especially excited. She will be doing ballet for her performance. But it seemed like even though she was ready, she felt like something was still missing.
"It has to be here somewhere.…" Ginny said to herself while scattering all her belongings on her bed.
"What is it Ginny?" Hermione asked.
"It's my necklace. I haven't notice that it was gone from my bag until now. Where could have I put it?" Ginny answered without looking at Hermione and still looking inside her other bags.
"Are you sure, it's there? I mean, haven't you change your bag or did your bag fell open or something…" Hermione suggested.
Then it hit Ginny. She looked at Hermione with an expression Hermione couldn't define: it was like an expression of doubt, surprise and confirmation all at the same time.
"Unless…."
Now Hermione was officially off the connection.
A/N: thank you for reading and i hope you'll tell me what you think! who do you think has the necklace? read on and find out:)
