The next time the clique 5 saw each other was on Monday at school. Harry was at his locker getting his books out when Hermione cornered him. "We need to talk," she said. "Sure, what's up?" Harry asked. "If I asked you a question, would you answer truthfully without trying to dodge the question?" she asked him.

"Depends on the question. Come on Herms, out with it," Harry said, getting a little impatient. "Why were you crying when we were cleaning up after the party," Hermione asked, looking Harry dead in his eyes to see if he was lying. "It was nothing. Just drop it ok," Harry said.

"No, I will not just drop it. You're my friend and I care about you. So, as a caring friend I need to know why you were crying," Hermione said, refusing to give up without a fight. "Did you and Draco get in an argument or something?" "No, we didn't and not to be rude Hermione but I'd really appreciate it if you didn't stick your nose where it's not needed," Harry said and he walked away.

Hermione just stood there standing at his disappearing form until she realized she had to go before she got late for class. She walked into chemistry and sat down. The teacher began writing down the lesson plans but she didn't pay attention. She was determined to figure out what was wrong with her best friend.

She'd spent so much time thinking of what could be bothering Harry, she didn't notice when her name was called to pick a chemistry partner. "Ms. Granger, Ms. Granger," the chemistry teacher, Mrs. Flatts kept saying. The kid sitting next to Hermione had to elbow her. "Huh, I'm sorry, what was the question," she said. "The question was who do you want for a chemistry partner," Mrs. Flatts asked again. "Oh umm Terry Boot," Hermione said without even realizing she'd said it.

If she'd took time to pay attention, she would've noticed that Draco was in the same class as her. "Ok then, oh and Ms. Granger, I really hope you pay attention next time. You are a very smart girl," Mrs. Flatts said before moving on to the next student.

After class Draco had followed Hermione to her locker to talk to her. "Wow, you really weren't paying attention," Draco said, smiling. "Whatever. Have you figured out what's been up with Harry? I tried talking to him about it earlier this morning but he just got pissed and basically told me to fuck off," Hermione said getting her books.

"Language Herms and no, I haven't," Draco said. Just as he'd said that, Harry came around the corner. He stood next to Hermione. "Look Herms, I'm really sorry about what I said today. I didn't mean it. I sort've missed breakfast," Harry said, trying with all his might not to look at Draco. "It's okay Har. I shouldn't have pushed you," Hermione said, hugging Harry.

"Hiya Har," Draco said, making his presence known. "Hey Draco. Look I've got to get to class. See ya at lunch," Harry said and with that, he went off to his next class. "Is it me or did you just totally ignore me," Draco said. Hermione just looked at him and gave a knowing smile.

"What are you smiling about," Draco asked her. "I'm not sure but if what I think is right, I might know why Harry was crying at the party. I still have more information to gather," she said and with that, she went to the library, where her English class was meeting today.