[[a/n: sorry these replies to reviewers have been so late! I've been hard at work plotting out the entire story, I've just about finished the story line. Kristina D. Hermione's hair is about middle length, by that I mean it reaches a little before the middle of her back. It's definitely not bushy, it's now sleek and silky, she's about 5'4", and Draco's around 5'11". Thanks for the compliments; btw, I work hard at my wittiness! Lol BSDM Girl I did consider writing this story as an NC-17 fic, because I saw the potential for it as you did, however, I'm not sure if I wrote it as an NC- 17 that I could keep your attention. Natylie thanks so much! I'll work hard and type nonstop! Hellbound I understand how you feel ( and I'll try my best! Macabre glad to know we share interests! The "sudden" friendship was definitely awkward, and it was to meant to be that, as the second chapter points out. Keep reading and see what happens! Purple fizz haha you're right, it is unfinished, there are going to be nine chapters or so in all, so stay tuned! Emma I definitely will, and thanks a bunch! Ps. I love Draco and Ginny. Heck, I like Draco and any girl. Nicki-day thank you thank you! More chapters comin' up! Kiyoko I'm just beside myself that you can't wait for the next chapter. VERY flattered, thanks so much!]]

Draco pulled his fingers through his hair in agony. 'How could she? How could I have been so easily taken?' He paced his room in a near-panic state. 'I must be losing my touch.' Just then there was a knock at his door. "Door's open," he said.

The oak door burst open and Pansy glided in, wearing.well, barely anything. She had managed to find a tight enough shirt and short enough skirt to suit her tastes. "Draco, baby," she said as she embraced him deeply, "I realize how harsh I was to you last night and.it was wrong of me, baby, it really was. Let's forget about it, hmm?"

Draco opened his mouth to answer her but she silenced him by putting a finger over his lips. "No, let me show you how sorry I am," she whispered. Gliding her hands to his face and pulling his head down to meet hers, she captured his mouth in a tight little kiss. She opened her mouth and tried to push her tongue inside and after a few attempts, succeeded. Draco reached down her skirt gingerly, figuring that it was at least some free ass, and started to slowly finger her. Pansy gasped in pleasure and she kissed him more fervently. Just as Pansy was about to climax all over Draco's hand, the door opened and Crabbe walked in.

"Uh, sorry, am I interrupting?" he said stupidly.

"Yes, you are, you thick-headed numbskull. Just cause you never get any-" snapped Pansy, but Draco stopped her. "No, it's fine. What do you want?"

"It's, er, time for dinner." Crabbe stumbled back out, very red.

Draco had promptly stopped his ministrations as soon as Crabbe appeared and he was now putting his robes back on. "Where are you going?" whined Pansy.

"To eat, aren't you hungry? I am."

Hermione sat curled up in a big armchair in the Gryffindor common room with a big Charms book when Harry plopped down in a chair next to her.

"Hey Herm, what's up?" he asked casually.

She looked up from her book. "Oh, nothing much. Just reading up on some new charms."

"Hermione," he said gently, taking the book and placing it on the table, "relax."

She laughed. "Do I seem tense?"

"No, but.just.enjoy your last days here, that's all I'm saying."

Hermione smiled warmly at him. "I am enjoying them."

Harry gazed into her deep brown eyes and lost himself for a moment. "Hermione," he said finally, "can I ask you something?"

She furrowed her eyebrows. "What's the matter? I mean, of course, go right ahead."

He looked at her and thought to himself, 'Go for it, she'll understand.' "I-I." Awkwardly, he got down on one knee and took her hand. "It would be my honor if you would accompany me to the graduation ball." 'Whew. That went a whole lot better than with Cho,' he silently congratulated himself.

"Harry." began Hermione. "Do you mean.as a.well, date?"

"Er, yeah, why?"

"Oh, Harry, I.I couldn't think of you in that way, you're my best friend!"

Harry's face fell. "Oh."

"I mean, we could go as friends," she said quickly.

"Yeah.sure." he said distantly.

"I'm sorry, Harry, I really am." Hermione took Harry's hand in her own and squeezed it gently.

Harry snapped back to reality. "Uh, don't worry about it, it'd be fun to go as friends," he said hurriedly. "Let's go to dinner, I'm starving." With that, he pulled her to her feet and pulled her out.

At dinner, it was a rather awkward affair. With Pansy hanging all over Draco, feeling him up under the table, and Harry and Hermione barely talking, tensions were high between the two. During the middle of dinner, Draco had stole a glance over to where Hermione sat, but she was absorbed in her broth. A couple seconds later, Hermione had looked to where Draco was, but he looked interested in whatever Pansy was doing. She smiled to herself, knowing at least she was better than Pansy at something. Even if it was seducing.

That night, Hermione made a little visit to her old dorm room, where she was welcomed heartily by her friends. As soon as she stepped in the door she was caught in a bear hug by Parvati.

"You're just in time, Hermione!" said Lavender gleefully.

"In time for what?"

Parvati grabbed her arm and led her over to the middle of the room. "For our shopping spree planning, silly. Graduation ball is just around the corner."

"So I've noticed," said Hermione under her breath.

"I hear you're going with Harry," Lavender said.

"Er, yeah," said Hermione awkwardly.

"Well, aren't you happy about it??" cried Parvati. "I sure would be. Oh, wait, watch out for those feet though. On second thought, I'm very sorry for you."

Hermione laughed slightly. "Well, am I included in your shopping plans or what?"

"Of course!!"

A/N: so sorry this chapter is so short, its like 1 in the morning right now and I've been up since 6 cleaning the house. I promise I'll try and make the next chapter longer so check back as soon as you can!! -thankies-