A/N: I'm hoping you all enjoyed that last chapter, and that my chapters are long enough for you guys! Hopefully my story isn't too boring. But yeah, review/favourite, or both! And I'm sorry for not updating recently! I was lazy/tired/was busy so hopefully this chapter is up to scratch! -Laura :)
Hermione's P.O.V:
*FLASHBACK* I came back to see him changed in his robes, when not even a minute later the train came to a stop signalling that we had arrived to Hogwarts, my most favourite place in the world, and judging by the look on Draco's face, his as well.
We both got out of the compartment, and headed out of the train to guide the first years to Hagrid. I started yelling and raised my hand in the air so everyone could see it. "First years, first years this way please!" After a couple minutes, Malf- Draco joined in as well. "First years, come this way to the boats! Come on now, we haven't got all night!" We finally got all of the first years to follow us to Hagrid. They seemed pretty frightened, but they were in awe at the first sight of the castle. We left them to get in the boats and went off to catch the last carriage, which hopefully was still waiting for us. Thankfully it was, and Draco and I got in, Draco helping inside like a proper gentleman. Who knew there was a gentleman inside the git I always knew and hated? We got inside the carriage and rode in silence, a comfortable silence. I couldn't help myself, so I glanced up at him. He was staring out the window in deep thought, his eyebrows crinkled. I couldn't help but stare at his features. I mean, I know he was good-looking before but now, he looked like an angel, really. I then raked my eyes down his body to his lean, muscular arms and chest, which I can't say it didn't appeal to me. "Like what you see, Granger?" Draco said, smirking. I blushed, looking away, trying to hide the fact that he had caught me. We arrived to the castle then, which gave me a reason to jump out of the carriage and run to the castle doors, for McGonagall was at the front doors. "Gee, Hermione, where's the fire?" Draco said, chuckling as he stepped out of the carriage. I'm guessing he saw McGonagall waiting at the front gates, so he immediately shut up and started running as well.
When I got to the front doors, I followed McGonagall inside with Draco a little behind. McGonagall looked very strict and in order, and marched into the Great Hall with her head held high. Malf- Draco and I both went in and sat at our house tables, next to our friends. Ginny looked like she was about to start blurting out all the questions she had, but I told her with a look to wait until after the feast. Ron was avoiding my accusing glare, and Harry seemed curious and worried at the same time. I ignored them, and snuck a glance at Draco to see him talking in a serious matter with Blaise Zabini, who I didn't know all that well. Suddenly, Professor McGonagall rose and cleared her throat, calling for attention. Everyone stopped whispering and looked up to her expectantly.
"Welcome to new students, welcome back to the old! Welcome to another year of school here at Hogwarts! Before we eat, I would like to make a few announcements. Regarding the war that happened in May, the castle is almost done repairs, except in the Charms corridor, the Hall of Hexes on the Seventh floor, and a few of the higher staircases. Now, I will introduce your new Head Boy and Girl. Please give a hand to Draco Malfoy as Head Boy," Polite amounts of applause from the houses, but some Slytherins were cheering quite loudly for their Slytherin Prince. "And Hermione Granger as Head Girl." I stood up, blushing furiously, as all of the houses except Slytherin were cheering madly, some stomping their feet while others were screaming their approval. I noticed a couple Slytherins politely clapping for me, which made me believe that not all of them hated me.
"Settle down, settle down. Yes, well, I've said enough for now, let us tuck in!" Professor McGonagall finished with a flourish as the plates filled up with delicious food. I put a little bit of everything on my plate, as per usual. Ron was gobbling his food so fast bits and pieces of it were flying everywhere. I shifted farther away with disgust at his eating and disgust at what he had done to me. Harry and Ginny were too busy once again, passionately snogging, to talk to me so I ate my food and sorted out my thoughts. Why was Draco being so nice? Was it a trap? But he did seem sincere in his apology; I could see it in his eyes. I glanced over to him again to see him looking at me intently. I blushed at the attention and my eyes went back to my plate. I could still feel his stare though, but I decided to ignore it, for now. Finally, the plates were cleared, and McGonagall stood up again.
"Now that we have all been fed and watered, let us all go up to bed in order to be well rested for lessons tomorrow! Prefects will lead the first years to their rightful dormitories, and will also give the password to their housemates. Have a good night, and once again, welcome back!"
I got up and headed towards McGonagall, as she waved us forward. When Draco and I both got there she led us up to the fifth floor, and directed us to the portrait of a young boy and girl, about our age. Obviously they would put a portrait of the past Heads to be our door. McGonagall startled me out of my trance and said, "Your password is 'discovered', good night." And with that she walked off leaving us there.
Draco said the password and I followed him inside to our common room. I was completely AMAZED! There was a fire crackling in the hearth, a couple bookshelves already filled with books, two plush, very comfortable-looking armchairs, one red with silver piping and the other green with gold piping. Also, a royal looking purple couch with gold and silver pillows strewn across it sat in the middle of the room, in front of the fire. A beautiful black and silver spiral carpet was on the floor, and a mini kitchenette stood off to the side. A staircase went upstairs, where our dormitories were located. I glanced at Draco, happy to see that all this appealed to him. "Good night, Draco. I'll see you tomorrow morning. By the way, I call first shower!" I smirked at him, and then dashed up the stairs to a door that had a gold plaque that said, H.G. Underneath was a portrait of a lion. He said to tell him the password that I can choose, so I may go inside. "Hmm, well, how about since our common room password is 'Discovered', why don't I make mine hidden? Ok so my password is Hidden." The lion nodded approval and the door opened silently. I squealed and ran inside, only to stop and stare, amazed again, at my room.
The walls were a maroon red with a gold decal flower print, I had a four poster bed made of a light mahogany wood, with a red duvet and gold coloured throw pillows. I had a bookshelf that was a good size, but surely wouldn't hold all my books. A magnificent desk stood in the corner, already with all my textbooks on it. I sighed happily; this couldn't get any better, now could it? I started to doubt myself once I saw a door in the wall. I walked over and opened it, only to be greeted by the largest bathroom ever! A tub the size of a small lake stood on one end, while two pristine white sinks stood in front of a gigantic mirror. There was a glass shower a few meters to the left of my doorway, and a toilet was on the other wall. I looked to see that there was a door, presumably to Draco's room. I groaned at having to share a bathroom with him. I decided to go to bed then, changing into my pyjamas and climbing in between the warm cotton covers. This is going to be a unusual year, and I promptly fell asleep.
A/N: I'm so sorry about the wait on this! I was being a failwhale and also being a lazy bum, so it's okay if you kinda hate me now… I'll update really soon! Like maybe today again! Review, cause they make me really happy!
