A/N: Some of this chapter is in Harry's POV whilst some is in Draco's and Hermione's. Don't mind that.:P


Harry woke up feeling refreshed. It was a bright, autumn morning, when Harry had been happiest. He was going out with Ginny, Draco Malfoy (Draco Malfoy!) was trying to be civil, Ron had happily accepted their relationship and today, was a practice match between the Slytherins and Gryffindors! Dumbledore had been kind enough to grant the week off for sixth years and arranged a friendly match between houses because of his very unexpected announcement.

Both Harry and Draco were looking forward to this match, they'd been talking about it last night. Both were very well-built seekers, both were captains of their teams and both were rather friendly, once you got to know them. Harry realised that they did have a fair bit in common, but Draco was just an acquaintance at the moment, which was much better than an arch-enemy.

Harry had decided to get changed, dressed and ready and met Hermione and Ginny in the Great Hall. Giving Ginny a peck on her cheek, he took a seat and helped himself to some rather delicious food.

"You excited for the game, Harry, Ginny?" Asked Hermione.

"Yup. Against the Slytherins, that." Harry grinned. Ginny nodded vigorously. She was excited too! They all hurriedly ate their breakfast and waited for Ron, he was still feasting.

"Hurry up, Ronald!"

"What? A growing child needs food!" At this, everyone snickered, seeing that Ron was already so tall. If he ate anymore, he would shoot up and right through the ceilings of the Great Hall. Ron's ears were a flaming red just like how the always did when he was embarrassed or angry .

They quickly left to change.


Hermione, like always loved to cheer on her friends and house. She was always a spectator, never a player, since she was absolutely terrified of heights. Quidditch and DADA were the only subjects Hermione had little trouble with. She never minded enjoying the game in the stands though.

Madame Hooch had blown the whistle after the Captains, which happened to be Harry and Draco, shook hands. All the players immediately took off on their brooms. Hermione was busy looking at and noticing the players instead of the game. There, she saw Harry, looking more focused than she had ever seen him before in her life. Ginny, was thoroughly enjoying herself. Katie Bell did too. She was very... absorbed. She saw Ron, who was looking quite nervous ad rather green.

Hermione's eyes swept to the other side of the pitch and spotted a very well built Slytherin player. She looked closer and realised, with a blush, that she was staring at Draco Malfoy. Her mind then wandered off to what had happened last night. (A/N: Get your mind out of the gutter, you pervert! :P)

"Granger?"

"What?" Hermione snapped. She was already feeling like shit for taking Lavender so seriously and for being so sensitive at her comments. She knew who she was and wouldn't let anyone define her but herself, and wouldn't let hurtful comments get to her. But now was really not the time for Malfoy to see her crying her eyes out. But as she looked up, she found herself gazing into gorgeous warm, grey eyes.

"You okay?" Malfoy asked her with a voice full of genuine concern. He was worried about her. He had never seen Granger cry and look this upset and hurt.

"I'm fine!" She sniffled. "Just leave me alone. I'm in absolutely no mood of wanting to talk to anyone whatsoever."

"Alright then, I think I should get Potter and Weasley to check on you then, since you won't tell me..." Draco pretended to go up to the boys dormitories at which Hermione jumped up, grabbed his arm and pulled him away instantaneously. Draco chuckled inwardly at his very Slytherin-ish traits.

"Fine, I'll tell you, just promise never to tell anyone." Hermione had no idea what had gotten over but she decided to tell Malfoy what had happened. She narrated the small instance that had happened and was genuinely astonished to see Malfoy rather angry.

"That is by the far the stupidest thing I've heard girls do! They should know that every girl is beautiful, no matter what. And what are they doing there, telling you you're not pretty, when they overlook one of the most important traits of a person- intelligence, which is definitely something they lack. Granger, i know you do this, but don't let them get to you. You know who your friends are and I promise, the might not be the brightest people- they would never hurt you like that. Never." He then very unexpectedly pulled Hermione into a hug.

Hermione hugged him back, feeling lighter and happier than ever. Draco let go off her and walked up the stairs, giving her a smile.

"Oh, and Malfoy!"

Draco turned around.

"My friends call me Hermione!"

Draco smiled. "Gran-Hermione, my friends call me Draco."

Hermione beamed at Draco.


Draco had been looking out for the snitch. He was going to show Potter that he could win, definitely. He grinned. but just as the thought crossed his mind, he saw a bludger zooming towards him.

Having rather fast reflexes, he ducked. But Harry, being the slow person he was, completely got knocked over. He was falling off his broom, unconscious, from about the height of 20-30 ft.

Draco panicked at this thought. Without wasting a second, he zoomed towards Potter on his broom, and managed to catch him in the nick of time. He landed on the ground, dismounted his broom, handed over Harry to Madame Hooch who ran towards the hospital wing, with Harry in hand.

"Now, this is what I call house dignity Severus." Prof. Dumbledore smiled as he spoke to a very expressionless Snape.


A/N: Hope you guys liked it! If you didn't get it (which you probably didn't), Dumbledore had charmed, I guess, the Bludger to go towards the seekers, in order to promote a little house unity. Obviously, the match was a draw. Also, I have a request, can you guys please review?! Pretty please? *puppy eyes* Please? It really encourages me. Also, thank y'all for following and favouriting my story! xxx