Disclaimer: Harry Potter belongs to J.K.R. and this song belongs to No Doubt and whoever else is involved with the band, but none of it has to do with me except that I'm using it to make this story for your and my own weird pleasure.

A/N: Ok, I wasn't really planning on another chapter, but well, this is the way it worked out :o). Not really sure if this is as good as the first one, but hope you like it! BTW thanks to Susan (Susamina) for giving me the idea to use this song, and remember to review!! Enjoy...

"Underneath It All"

There's times where I want something more

Someone more like me

There's times when this dress rehearsal

Seems incomplete

It had been a month since the incident on Hogsmeade Bridge occurred, and Draco finally felt content with his life. But, there were times when he wondered how in the hell he had gotten to be where he was. He had talked to Dumbledore, and the Ministry of Magic had finally thrown Luscius in Azkaban where he belonged. Hermione Granger was now his best, if not only friend, and he was thinking that Potter and Weasley were finally starting to accept Hermione's decision to be just that. Sometimes he thought that maybe he shouldn't be friends with her, it all seemed wrong in a way, like he was going against the laws of nature.

But, you see the colors in me like no one else

And behind your dark glasses you're...

You're something else

But, then he'd look into those soft, twinkling eyes and at that sweet smile, and he'd forget all about those doubts. Hermione was the first person that actually understood him, actually cared, and as he got to know her better, he realized she was truly an amazing person.

You're really lovely

Underneath it all

You want to love me

Underneath it all

I'm really lucky

Underneath it all

You're really lovely

Draco was now starting to think that maybe he considered Hermione as more than just a friend, and whenever he was near her he sensed she was beginning to feel the same way. He did feel extremely fortunate to have her in his life, and if it wasn't for her, God knows how he would have ended up.

You know some real bad tricks

And you need some discipline

But, lately you've been trying real hard

And giving me your best

Hermione still couldn't believe that she had grown close to Draco Malfoy of all people. True, he still had tendencies to insult or be mean to people, but when he apologized to her, it only made him all the more charming. He really was trying hard to change, and she was flattered to know it was mostly just because of her.

And, you give me the most gorgeous sleep

That I've ever had

And when it's really bad

I guess it's not that bad

Hermione had even found that she would have dreams about him sometimes. He was becoming a frequent occurrence in her thoughts, but she didn't know why. Also, Harry and Ron weren't too thrilled about her new found friendship, but as she thought back to a month ago, she knew things could be worse, a lot worse.

You're really lovely

Underneath it all

You want to love me

Underneath it all

I'm really lucky

Underneath it all

You're really lovely

Hermione too wondered if Draco could be more than just a friend to her. But, she wasn't exactly sure what he would think about this. Would he feel the same way? Would the old Draco come lurking back and laugh in her face? She knew that even though on the outside he sometimes tried to keep his old reputation up, deep down he could be extremely sweet and caring.

So many moons that we have seen

Stumbling back next to me

I've seen right through and underneath

And you make me better

I've seen right through and underneath

And you make me better

Better... better...

As Draco continued to think about Hermione, a smile playing across his lips and an anxious feeling in the pit of his stomach, he realized something he never thought possible- he was in love with her. In love with Hermione Granger. She believed he was a better person, and she made him want to be better, all for her. But how would she react if she told him. However, he wasn't one to really get nervous, and decided on the Hogsmeade trip tomorrow he would tell her.

You are my real Prince Charming

Like the heat from the fire

You were always burning

And each time you're around

My body keeps calling

For your touch

Your kisses and your sweet romancing

The next day the two friends were now sitting in a spot that had become a usual place for them to spend time together, at the bridge, where it had all begun. An awkward silence lingered between them and the only sound that could be heard on that cool winter evening was their gentle breathing. Without warning, or a second thought, suddenly Draco reached out and planted a rather urgent, yet gentle kiss on Hermione's lips. He reluctantly pulled away quickly and stared into the chocolate brown eyes of the girl in front of him. There was a mix of shock, wonder, amazement, and content all whirled into one, evident in her expression.

There's an underside to you

That so many adore

Aside from your temper

Everything else secure

You're good for me, baby

Oh that, I'm sure

Over and over again

I want more

Hermione couldn't even begin to question Draco's actions. All the usually sensible girl knew was that she wanted him to do it again. So, throwing caution into the wind, she leaned into him, and let fate take it from there...

You've used up all your coupons

And all you've got left is me

After that night of sharing their first kiss, the young friends realized how much they meant to each other. It was bliss for the both of them, finally being loved and having someone to love in return.

And somehow I'm full of forgiveness

I guess it's meant to be

The two were able to forget past differences, all that mattered now was that they loved each other. They knew that many people would disapprove of this newfound relationship, but neither really cared, Hermione Granger and Draco Malfoy truly did seem as if they were meant to be.

You're really lovely

Underneath it all

You want to love me

Underneath it all

I'm really lucky

Underneath it all

And you're really lovely

The two former enemies had found that the person they were meant to be with was right in front of them the whole time. They learned to accept understand each other and found love in the person the least expected, underneath it all.

A/N: Awww, uughh I'm about to gag hahaha. I'm not used to writing so much fluff! Personally, I like the first chappie better, but an author is her own worst critic LoL. Hope you all liked it though, and please remember to review, it'll make my day, and possibly get you another chapter to this! Also, everyone go read Susamina's story Slythindor, it's really good! And please read and review my other fic, The Mistake They Can't Deny, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. TTYL! ~SweetWater~