Ok, I'm just gonna jump into the chapter today, it will be about as long as the last chapter, but that doesn't mean it's a bad thing, just to let you know, I won't be telling you what happens in Night Patrol every night, because its the same thing every time,except for a few uh, surprising times.

Chapter 4~ Hermione's Big Mistake



What happened? Why are you crying? Hermione asked.

Brittney covered her face in her hands. He has a girlfriend already. she moaned.

Has a girlfriend? How? Harry said he said that he saw you two kiss! Hermione said.

Harry saw us kiss? Brittney cried. Now if I ever ask him out, he'll think I'm two-timing between him and Carlos!

Hey! Calm down! Everything will be fine! Just tell me what happened, and I'll help you. Hermione told her.

Brittney sighed, and told Hermione what happened just a few hours ago.

Brittney was first to arrive in the hall that her and Carlos were suppose to meet. Carlos had arrived late, walking very slowly towards her, with his head down and hands in his pockets. They hadn't talked at all at first, they had just kept pacing the dark, long halls. Brittney was so excited about working with him that she kept tripping over her feet, and tried talking to him, but it was the same old hesitation. After about a hour, Carlos spoke. He had said that he liked her, but he kept stuttering in the process. Brittney couldn't believe it! It was too good to be true! He had leaned in for a kiss, and he kissed her, and she kissed back. They had paced the rest of their shift hand-in-hand. When it was almost 5, Carlos kissed her good-bye, and told her that he couldn't see her anymore, and that Camryn Debaur from Ravenclaw was his girlfriend already. Brittney had ran off crying, and walked on the grounds for a while before coming back here.

So that's what happened. Brittney said after telling her story.

I feel so bad for you. said Hermione meaningly.

I just want to be alone right now, to adjust. Brittney said with tears still coming down her eyes.

Hermione said, then got up and left.

Should I tell Harry that Brittney and Carlos are a no-go? she thought.

I wouldn't do that if I was you. said a voice in her head, and she knew for sure that it wasn't her thinking it though. Hermione kept hearing the same voice answer her questions every time she thought about them. It's not her thinking it, and she knows that she isn't going crazy, so someone must be tapping into her brain. But who?

Hermione found herself at the entrance to Gryffindor Tower, she didn't even know where her feet were taking her! She entered to find Harry and Ron playing chess.

Don't you two ever stop playing chess? Hermione asked, sitting down to watch the game.

Hermione! How dare you say that! It must be against the law to not play chess! Ron said. Hermione rolled her eyes.

So Harry, ready? Hermione asked him.

Yup, sure. He replied dully.

I shouldn't tell him about Brittney! Because then he'll go running to her, and I'll keep getting teased! Hermione finally realized.

She heard the voice again.

Why don't we go get some lunch? We can walk down holding hands, sitting next to each other, and Hermione told him.

Yup, sure. He said yet again.

Let's go then! she said, tugging him away from the board.

They walked down to the Great Hall hand in hand. Hermione was happy to see Pansy's jaw drop. But then not so happy when she saw her smile then whisper to one of her friends.

So Mudblood! Nice to see that you aren't anymore! But what'd you do? Make a Love Potion? Or did you pay him? Oopps....I'm sorry, I forgot, you have as much money as Weasley! Pansy said to her.

Hermione couldn't think of anything to say, so she just stuck her nose up in the air (trying to act fancy) and walked away. She didn't even last three steps when she tripped over Neville's foot and fell down. The whole Great Hall howled with laughter. (A/N C'mon Hermione! What's wrong with you? I don't think having a boyfriend if really your if you keep acting like that! ;)) Humiliated, Hermione ran to Harry and sat down. Then she gave him a kiss on the cheek to get everybody to think what they want them to think. Harry hadn't reacted at all, but Brittney, who Hermione just realized was right in front of them, had a hurt look on her face and ran out of the Great Hall crying. Hermione quickly regretted what she had done.

Hermione, common room, now. said Harry (A/N Umm, I think he's kinda mad. Harry: You think? Kinda? Me: Ok, ok, I know that he's mad. Harry: Thank you.) in an angry voice (A/N HA!!! I knew it! *does victory dance* Harry: Just get on with the damn story! Me: Isn't somebody in a bad mood today? Harry: Yes I am! Now write the story or else I'll help Fred, George and Lee blow up Mars. Me: I don't really care about Mars.... Harry: And Earth! Me: Ok! On with the story!).

Harry! What is your problem? asked Hermione when they got in the common room.

You know something I don't. Don't you? Why did Brittney run after you kissed me? Harry asked her.

Well, er- Hermione just couldn't say it.

She likes me doesn't she? said Harry eagerly. Hermione nodded. But what happened with Santiago? he asked.

He already has a girlfriend. Hermione said softly with her head in her hands, so her face couldn't be seen.

And you knew this? How come you didn't tell me? How come you made me be your boyfriend then? asked Harry, then lowering his voice with a serious look in his eyes, How could you have been so self-centered?

Hermione then realized that she had been seriously self-centered. She had chosen to make two people miserable, just so she wouldn't be teased.

Are you mad at me? Hermione asked.

Mad? No, no! I'm not even close to that! As far as I'm concerned Hermione Granger, our friendship is over. (A/N Might seem a little harsh, but think, how would you feel if you were Harry in that situation?) said Harry, then he walked up the stairs to his dorm.
Hermione would have stayed, but it was time for her meeting for the Holloween Ball with her fellow Prefects. She walked down to the 5th year Prefect (A/N I'm tired of typing that whole thing out, I'm putting 5YP from now on.) library and found everyone there except Brittney.

Where's Brittney? Hermione asked.

She left a note saying that she didn't feel well. said Susan.

Hermione sunk down in her seat, she felt guilty.
Well let's get started with the arranging of this ball, sooner we get it over with, sooner I can get away from all of you. said Malfoy (A/N Isn't someone in a cheerful mood today? Malfoy: Shut up or I'll put a curse on you. Me: Well that won't stop me from making you were a pink dress in public revealing your love for footy pajamas, cute wittle bunny wabits and Hufflepuff muggle-borns. *Malfoy stomps off angrily*).

The Prefects talked for nearly two hours planning out the ball (A/N Sorry, but your gonna have to wait until the ball to find out what happens.).

Well now that this is out of the way, I'll take our plans to Professor Dumbledore. said Malfoy grabbing the parchment and stalked out of the room. Hermione went up the stairs to Brittney's bedroom. She was there lying on her bed, face covered in tears staring at the ceiling.

Go away Hermione. she said as soon as Hermione opened her door.

Hermione started.

But nothing. Brittney interrupted, getting off her bed and walking to Hermione, staring into her eyes. You knew I liked him. Why did you kiss him right in front of me? Rub it in that he doesn't like me?

Brittney listen- Hermione started.

No, I'm not going to listen. All I'm going to do is end my friend ship with you right now. she said. Then, Brittney walked over to her dresser, got out a picture of her and Hermione, tore it in half, and got a bracelet that Hermione had given to he last year to symbolize their friendship. Then she walked back over to Hermione, gave her the picture ripped in two and the bracelet.

I think- Hermione started.

Don't think just go. brittney said then slammed the door in Hermione's face.

Oh. Harsh Mudblood. First Scarhead, then her, who are your friends now? said Malfoy.

It's none of your- Hermione started. How did you know Harry isn't my friend anymore? Malfoy just put his hands in his pockets and walked off.

Hermione decided to go to Gryffindor Tower to try an apologize to Harry. When she got there, all she found was Ron playing chess with himself.

Who's winning? Hermione asked.

It's a close call, but I think I am. Ron said. Hey, I heard about Harry and you not friends anymore.

Ya. That's not even the most part. Hermione said, then told Ron everything. How Brittney and Harry are mad at her, how Carlos has a girlfriend, how self-centered she was..............

Wow. Hermione, this has got to be your biggest mistake ever! Ron said. You want me to pretend to be your boyfriend then?

Hermione was so happy that she could cry (A/N But she is still completely clueless! Ron: SSSHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)! Would you? Thanks Ron! she exclaimed then hugged him. She, however, didn't know that Ron was enjoying being this close to her, and was completely sad when the hug was over.

What can we do about Harry and Brittney though? asked Ron.

We can't do anything. Brittney won't do anything, and Harry just doesn't have to courage to ask her out. And they won't let me into their lives anymore, so I'll let nature take its course. said Hermione. Well, I have to go my wittle Ronnikins.

Ron hated it when anyone called him this, but didn't mind it when Hermione said it. Just then, Hermione gave Ron a kiss on the cheek when Harry was coming down the stairs, then left.

Ron, I know you like her but, Hermione has changed. Since yesterday she had become a self-centered, well, bitch. Harry said.


OOOOHHH!!!!!!!! :-O!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Well that's that. Harry called Hermione a WHAT? He must REALLY hate her! Well next chapter will be up soon, sorry for the wait. BUT, I'm not putting up another chapter until I get some reviews!!!!!

until then,
brit