[A/N Sorry for all the grammar and spelling mistakes you have might came across while reading. I don't re-read what I write for the reason being, well I just don't really want to. I just run a quick spell check then I'm done. So if you are going to criticize me at all because of my spelling and grammar mistakes…I KNOW! You don't need to tell me. I mean if you don't like what I'm writing, then don't read any further if you're just going to get annoyed, okay? Oh yeah, just a quick little reminder, Hermione is Francesca, just in case =]

They made their way downstairs as quick as possible. They wouldn't want anyone to get all impatient and annoyed. Hermione and Draco placed themselves by Narcissa, Lucius, and Eve, at the door greeting numerous guests. There were many hello, hi, nice to meet you, nice to see you again, hanging in the air. 'Ahhh the sweet voice of conversations' Hermione thought.

Once all the guests arrive, many walked into the dance floor to start a dance of many. There were laughs and smiles everywhere. Hermione hasn't been around this atmosphere for a very long time, especially from all the things she went through; from people stabbing her in the back, leaving her to suffer on her own. She really is meant to be part of something with class, manners and poise. She can't stand being around anyone and anywhere that reminded her so much of Harry and Ron, right now though, they are probably screwing around with their girlfriends. Oh well, they are nothing compared to her anyways. Not to be conceited or anything, but they stoop low…very low.

"Francesca! You're spacing out again!" Draco said.

"What?! I can't hear you!"

"I said…never mind. Well now that I have your attention, I can introduce you to my friends. I don't' know what you've heard from Hermione about them but I assure you, they are really nice."

"Oh okay and just to let you know, she didn't say anything about them other than them being your friends. She never talked to them really, so she had nothing to say."

"Well that's good then. I always knew Granger had some sense." he said jokingly.

"Hey!! Better watch what you're saying. She might haunt you when you're sleeping and besides you started everything. You were the one who started calling her all those stuff."

"That's true, but it's a front. I mean if I really did mean all those things, then my family wouldn't be here right now. We would be locked up in Azkaban."

"That's true. You should have at least ask her for an apology before the war or something."

"Well I don't have tote time for everything, you know? I don't' think she would've let me near her anyways."

Hermione laughed. "Hahaha. You're right. She really wouldn't have." That was the truth. She really didn't know what to say to Draco back then but, "Back off ferret!" or "Go away you stupid prick!" or "You slimy git! Go play with your bozos over there!" well something in that nature. But she can't blame herself though, who would want to be tease, and it's not like she started it. It was nice to know that it was all a front and that he isn't as bad as she thought he would be.

"Francesca, I would like you to meet Blaise Zabini. One of my best friends 'til forever!" Blaise rolled his eyes and playfully punched him on the shoulder.

"It's nice to meet you. I haven't seen you around, ever. Are you new here?" Blaise asked.

"It's my pleasure. And yes, I am new here, and to this setting." she replied.

"Obviously so, you look surprised by everything, as to us who are quite used to this already"

"You got that right. I've only been here for a week. But umm Draco. Who is this lady you are talking to?" Hermione said acknowledging the girl who he was conversating with.

"Oh of course, Francesca, this is Pansy Parkinson. Pansy, this is Francesca Springs. She's new around here. Play nice" Draco said.

"Nice to meet you Francesca. don't worry, I play nice." she said. Francesca gave her a look, and she quickly said, "I'm serious. I'm not the person that everyone talks about or whatever it is that you've heard."

"Good to know. Nice to meet you as well. It's nice to finally meet a girl, I don't think I'd want to hang with Draco all the time." Francesca whispered the last part as she doesn't want Draco to hear, who happens to be in a deep conversation with Blaise.

"What? Any girl would kill to be in your spot right now, do you know that? He's quite popular in school."

"Well, I'll admit that he's gorgeous, and I'd have no problems falling to my knees every time he smiles…oh gosh. Please don't tell him I said that!" she said panicking.

"It's okay, I don't mind. He's that alright, but honestly, you two have that chemistry or connection thing going on."

"We have a what going on?" Francesca asked in a confused manner.

"Who has a what going on?" Draco asked interrupting the conversation.

"Seeing that Hermione wasn't going to say anything as she looked down at the ground, pansy quickly said, "Nothing you need to know about. Girl talk, you know?"

"Ohhh that makes sense. Well I came over here to ask Francesca to dance, sooo…Francesca would you accept my offer to dance?" He asked dramatically, holding a rose out to Hermione.

Hermione, still not saying anything, just nodded and took the rose from his hand and smelled it's wonderful aroma as they made their way onto the dance floor.

From then they danced the night away, having no care in taking any breaks for anything. The parents, and Eve watched them curiously. All wondering if there was something going on between these young witch and wizard. They can't deny the fact that it seems like they are made for each other.

Pansy and Blaise thought of this as well.

"Hey Pans, are you ready for another go?" Blaise asked.

"Another what?" she asked back.

"Well I was thinking, since you are good at matchmaking, you should put those two together." he said as he pointed at Hermione(Francesca) and Draco dancing.

"Why not? I mean I see them getting together anyway without my help, but just in case. Sure." she said.

"And another thing.."

"Yes?"

"Would you like to dance?"

"Of course. You're the only one I'm planning to dance with this whole night."

"What do you mean?"

"I don't know? I just don't want to dance with someone who I don't know."

"Okay?"

And then they joined Hermione and Draco in the dance floor. Pansy was relieved as she almost confessed her feelings for Blaise. All matters and concerns were put aside as everyone is the manor were in the hands of their dates dancing the night away. Even aunt Eve found someone to dance with. Great night it is.

[Next chapter will be about girls day out. Shopping for Hogwarts. Running into new enemies. Funnnn =]