For Who They Really Are - Should I, shouldn't?
Disclaimer - Blady, blady, blah!! Like anyone thinks I'm J.K Rowling.
A/N: Thanks for all the reviews, things are definitely looking up. And if some of you think I'm going to fast well I don't want my story to be that long and I've got a lot planned for this thing. And I've got the whole summer to do it, yeah!! BTW: I'm studying in the Philippines so I'm on vacation in case you wondering but I'm American. Isn't it weird? Well, whatever I just feel like talking to you guys. If you guys got any questions at all feel free to ask. Okay going to the story.
Author's P.O.V:
Things were definitely looking up for Draco. He stayed up almost the entire night to get the right approach for Hermione. He woke up early to catch her on the way out thinking about asking if he could walk her to the Great Hall. (A/N: I know that sounds really weird but you gotta understand these kids aren't very. uh. normal, to put it in a nice way.)
Draco's P.O.V:
I got up extra early just to prepare. I really had no idea what I was preparing for but what the heck. It was a quarter before seven as I waited patiently for Hermione in front of her bedroom door.
Finally the door squeaked and Hermione stepped out. It had been so long since I'd last seen her in her robes.
"Oh hey Draco." She gave me a suspicious smile.
"Hey." I nodded my head but still didn't move.
"You're kinda blocking my way." She pointed out. "And why are you in front of my room?"
"Oh nothing really. I-ub.. I was just." I began to babble. "Looking at your. vase."
She shot me look. "Okay."
I still didn't move.
"Uhm, Draco. I really need to get down to the Great Hall I've got to eat you know."
"Oh, oh yes." I smiled at her.
"You got to move out of the way so I can get out." She smiled. "Or do you need me to spell move for you?"
I couldn't tell whether it was a joke or not. Obediently I moved out of the way.
"Hey don't be hurt I was only kidding." She put her hand on my shoulder.
"Oh." I looked up. "Oh, yeah. I knew that."
"Sure you did." She smiled at me. "Well, I really should go. I'll see you around."
I watched as she left the room.
"Hermione wait!!" I ran after her.
"What?" I caught her by surprise.
"I um. I."
"What Draco?"
"I. hope you have." I sighed. "I hope you have a good day."
She smiled at me. "You too." She kissed me on the cheek and left the room.
No ones ever had this power over me. No one has ever made me this nervous. This was definitely going to be so much harder than I thought.
Author's P.O.V:
The students waited for the announcement on who the new DADA teacher was going to be but sadly Professor Dumbledore never announced it.
Hermione's P.O.V:
"I wonder who the new Defense of the Dark Arts teacher is going to be." I looked at my friends as we approached Professor McGonagal's room.
"I know. I sure hope he's a lot better than the last two." Harry sighed.
"What was wrong with the last two?" Marisa questioned.
"Let's just say fate got the better of them." Ron laughed.
"Meaning." Marisa still looked confused.
"They now belong to the world of the dead." Harry sighed obviously frustrated. "Are you always this dumb? I mean you fully destroy the meaning of our weird conversations."
"Well if you two could speak proper English maybe I wouldn't have that problem." She bit back.
"Well maybe if you moved back to where you belong you wouldn't have to worry about us speaking proper English." Harry glared at her. "And maybe if you did move back I could have my best friends back."
"Excuse me?" She raised her eyebrow.
"Stop it! Gawd you two are acting like two year olds!" I yelled. I looked at Ron who was still in shock. "Look if you two can't get along there is only one of me and one of Ron. So Marisa you stick with me and Ron you stay with Harry."
"But what if I want to stay with Ron!" "What if I want to stay with you, Hermione." They whined in unison.
"Geez, I feel like I'm back home baby-sitting Sanders twins." I glared at them. "Will do it like this for one class its Ron and Harry then the next me and Harry until you two can get over yourselves. Get it? Got it? Good. Come on Marisa."
Marisa followed behind me.
"What's you problem anyway?" I looked at her.
"So now I'm the one with a problem I mean the great and mighty Harry Potter can be a brat and that's perfectly normal for everyone."
I rolled my eyes. "I still don't get it."
"I mean ever since I got here he's the only one who seems like he wants me dead or something." Marisa whispered. "I mean I haven't done anything to him and I don't see why I can't fight back when he complains about me. It's so unfair! I mean I'm having a hard time as it is. This isn't easy being in a new school but I wanted to stay with you. And the people here are great I just don't understand why Harry doesn't like me. I'm very. likeable."
"This is also weird for him. I mean look all his friends are slowly drifting towards you. He probably feels weird about it that's all." I linked my arm with hers. "You remind me of someone."
"Really, who?"
"Me." I laughed.
"You mean you were like this with Harry?" She looked at me.
"No. I was like that with Ron. For some strange reason we always craved for Harry's attention. But now that we've both gotten over that." I thought to myself. "I got it!! Harry is so used to being the center of attention. Harry Potter is jealous of you!" I laughed.
"Me?" Marisa raised her eyebrow. "There is really nothing to be jealous about."
"Don't you get it? He thinks you're taking us away from him. And he knows your stealing his 'so-called' spotlight."
"That's cheeky." She took a seat beside me as we began McGonagal's class along with the Slytherins.
Draco's P.O.V:
I watched as Hermione listened to every word McGonagal was saying. How could she listen to this old lady go on and on. She looked so pretty listening attentively.
"Mister Malfoy do you know the answer to my question?" Professor McGonagal approached me.
I looked at Hermione and she smiled and mouthed something at me.
"Transfiguration of Classes." I said as I was still looking at Hermione.
"And would anyone like to explain what the transfiguration of classes is?" She turned around.
Hermione's hand shot up.
Author's P.O.V:
"Ginny." Hermione looked at the red head.
"Yeah."
"What's the new DADA teacher like?" Hermione looked at her.
"Oh, she's really cool. When are you guys meeting up with her?" Ginny looked at me.
"Tomorrow." She looked at her schedule.
She only had three classes a day now, two in the morning and one in the afternoon.
"Oh." Ginny looked back down at her plate.
Hermione's P.O.V:
I still hadn't spoken to Harry and it was lunch already. He and Ron were still in some deep Quidditch conversation.
"Are you okay Marisa?" Ginny looked at our friend.
"I'm fine just a little."
"Quiet." Ginny finished.
"I was thinking more of tired." Marisa shut her eyes.
"What's wrong? Is it, it?" I whispered in her ear. She nodded her head.
Ginny looked at us. "Didn't your parents ever tell you it was rude to whisper."
"Sorry, Gin." I smiled at her.
Later That Afternoon.
I was finally able to talk to Harry that afternoon.
"Hey. What's up with you today?" I looked at him.
"Nothing I just." Harry shrugged.
"You're just jealous." I looked at him.
"I am not!" He began to protest but I shot him a look. "Okay maybe just a little bit. I mean you just got back and I already feel like were drifting."
"There's no reason that we can't all be friends. I mean this is also really hard on Marisa she's adjusting and everything. She barely has any friends."
"Yeah but that doesn't mean she should go and steal mine." He looked at me.
"Harry you're acting like a child." I put my hands on his shoulders. "You and I both know that Marisa is not doing that."
"Yeah but." He looked at me. "I should apologize, huh?"
"Yeah."
"You've been gone for two years and still manage to make me feel like a three year old."
"That's because you act like one." I pushed him.
"Look at you Miss Thing!" Harry mimicked my tone.
"Where in the world did you get that word?"
"I watch TV. You're not the only muggle-kid here." He laughed.
Author's P.O.V:
It was finally after class that Draco was able to see Hermione alone again.
Draco's P.O.V:
"Hey Draco." Hermione's voice filled the room
I looked up. "Oh, hey Herm. I mean I can call you Herm right?"
"Yeah. Whatever." She headed for her bedroom.
"I. uh. can I talk to you?" I called out.
"Sure." She walked over to me and took a seat.
"I uh." I began.
"Draco, I would really appreciate it if you would get straight to the point."
"Straight to the point?" I asked.
"As straight as it can get." She smiled at me.
"Would you like to go out with me?" I asked.
"Sure. Tonight?" She asked.
"No, you don't get it. I mean go out, out with me."
"You mean."
"Date me." I finished for her.
"That's really cute and everything Draco but I really can't rush into a relationship right now. I can't repeat what I had with Harry. Just because I didn't get weepy over it doesn't mean it didn't hurt." She looked at me in the eye.
"But I thought you felt the same way." I blurted.
"Huh? Where'd you get that idea? I mean I'm attracted to you and everything but I'm not too sure about my feelings yet. It's all quite confusing and Draco we're really on the crucial part of the year I mean it just started. I need to study, I don't have time for a boy friend. I wouldn't want to neglect you for my studies. And if there is a chance between us maybe we should take it slow. I really like you and everything but I need. time." She shrugged.
My heart sank. "So you're turning me down?"
"I'm leaving all your options open. I wouldn't want to tie you down to something that won't be there. If you're really willing you'll take it slow, right?" She bit her lip. "And I barely know you. I mean we need to be friends first."
"Friends first." I nodded my head.
"Please don't let this change anything between us Draco. I love you a lot as a friend I mean and it didn't take me that long. I mean look it's only been a week, school just started, I have friends fighting over me. This isn't exactly the best time for me."
"I understand." I put my head down in shame.
"I'm sorry Draco." She kissed me on the cheek and walked into her room.
When she did that I wanted to grab her and kiss her on the lips. It was driving me crazy
"Ugh!" I slumped into the couch.
Author's P.O.V:
Hermione was especially confused about her feelings.
Hermione's P.O.V:
I mean I know that I like him, a lot but.
"Hermione if he really likes you he'll wait." I looked at reflection. "Geez, this isn't working. Why did I say no!!!" I yelled in frustration.
I mean, there is a big possibility that I am in-love with Draco Malfoy but. maybe I should've said yes.
A/N: Okay, okay. you can kill me if you like!! This chapter is not that great, oh well. I've accepted that heck even I don't like this chapter but I need describe how Draco really cares for her way past friendship and stuff so it's gonna take time. And don't forget to read my sister's story, To The One Who Taught Him, way cool!! And Don't forget to review this chapter, whatever Y-O-U think counts!!
BTW: Is anyone wondering what Marisa has buwahahaha!! She's not so perfect anymore.
Secret-destiny - Hey! I was wondering what happened to you.
Lady Malfoy - Thank you, thank you!!
KittyKat589 - Thanks, I hope you continue to read my story. I love hearing from all of you.
Bubble-123 - Here's the next chapter, its probably not what you've expected but things'll start to look up, I promise!
NO NAME - haha!! Maybe the next time you review you'll let me know who you are.
Shadowwolf2371 - The story is definitely going to be something unexpected so watch out!
Jadefeather - Thanks! I updated, I updated. Haha!!
Disclaimer - Blady, blady, blah!! Like anyone thinks I'm J.K Rowling.
A/N: Thanks for all the reviews, things are definitely looking up. And if some of you think I'm going to fast well I don't want my story to be that long and I've got a lot planned for this thing. And I've got the whole summer to do it, yeah!! BTW: I'm studying in the Philippines so I'm on vacation in case you wondering but I'm American. Isn't it weird? Well, whatever I just feel like talking to you guys. If you guys got any questions at all feel free to ask. Okay going to the story.
Author's P.O.V:
Things were definitely looking up for Draco. He stayed up almost the entire night to get the right approach for Hermione. He woke up early to catch her on the way out thinking about asking if he could walk her to the Great Hall. (A/N: I know that sounds really weird but you gotta understand these kids aren't very. uh. normal, to put it in a nice way.)
Draco's P.O.V:
I got up extra early just to prepare. I really had no idea what I was preparing for but what the heck. It was a quarter before seven as I waited patiently for Hermione in front of her bedroom door.
Finally the door squeaked and Hermione stepped out. It had been so long since I'd last seen her in her robes.
"Oh hey Draco." She gave me a suspicious smile.
"Hey." I nodded my head but still didn't move.
"You're kinda blocking my way." She pointed out. "And why are you in front of my room?"
"Oh nothing really. I-ub.. I was just." I began to babble. "Looking at your. vase."
She shot me look. "Okay."
I still didn't move.
"Uhm, Draco. I really need to get down to the Great Hall I've got to eat you know."
"Oh, oh yes." I smiled at her.
"You got to move out of the way so I can get out." She smiled. "Or do you need me to spell move for you?"
I couldn't tell whether it was a joke or not. Obediently I moved out of the way.
"Hey don't be hurt I was only kidding." She put her hand on my shoulder.
"Oh." I looked up. "Oh, yeah. I knew that."
"Sure you did." She smiled at me. "Well, I really should go. I'll see you around."
I watched as she left the room.
"Hermione wait!!" I ran after her.
"What?" I caught her by surprise.
"I um. I."
"What Draco?"
"I. hope you have." I sighed. "I hope you have a good day."
She smiled at me. "You too." She kissed me on the cheek and left the room.
No ones ever had this power over me. No one has ever made me this nervous. This was definitely going to be so much harder than I thought.
Author's P.O.V:
The students waited for the announcement on who the new DADA teacher was going to be but sadly Professor Dumbledore never announced it.
Hermione's P.O.V:
"I wonder who the new Defense of the Dark Arts teacher is going to be." I looked at my friends as we approached Professor McGonagal's room.
"I know. I sure hope he's a lot better than the last two." Harry sighed.
"What was wrong with the last two?" Marisa questioned.
"Let's just say fate got the better of them." Ron laughed.
"Meaning." Marisa still looked confused.
"They now belong to the world of the dead." Harry sighed obviously frustrated. "Are you always this dumb? I mean you fully destroy the meaning of our weird conversations."
"Well if you two could speak proper English maybe I wouldn't have that problem." She bit back.
"Well maybe if you moved back to where you belong you wouldn't have to worry about us speaking proper English." Harry glared at her. "And maybe if you did move back I could have my best friends back."
"Excuse me?" She raised her eyebrow.
"Stop it! Gawd you two are acting like two year olds!" I yelled. I looked at Ron who was still in shock. "Look if you two can't get along there is only one of me and one of Ron. So Marisa you stick with me and Ron you stay with Harry."
"But what if I want to stay with Ron!" "What if I want to stay with you, Hermione." They whined in unison.
"Geez, I feel like I'm back home baby-sitting Sanders twins." I glared at them. "Will do it like this for one class its Ron and Harry then the next me and Harry until you two can get over yourselves. Get it? Got it? Good. Come on Marisa."
Marisa followed behind me.
"What's you problem anyway?" I looked at her.
"So now I'm the one with a problem I mean the great and mighty Harry Potter can be a brat and that's perfectly normal for everyone."
I rolled my eyes. "I still don't get it."
"I mean ever since I got here he's the only one who seems like he wants me dead or something." Marisa whispered. "I mean I haven't done anything to him and I don't see why I can't fight back when he complains about me. It's so unfair! I mean I'm having a hard time as it is. This isn't easy being in a new school but I wanted to stay with you. And the people here are great I just don't understand why Harry doesn't like me. I'm very. likeable."
"This is also weird for him. I mean look all his friends are slowly drifting towards you. He probably feels weird about it that's all." I linked my arm with hers. "You remind me of someone."
"Really, who?"
"Me." I laughed.
"You mean you were like this with Harry?" She looked at me.
"No. I was like that with Ron. For some strange reason we always craved for Harry's attention. But now that we've both gotten over that." I thought to myself. "I got it!! Harry is so used to being the center of attention. Harry Potter is jealous of you!" I laughed.
"Me?" Marisa raised her eyebrow. "There is really nothing to be jealous about."
"Don't you get it? He thinks you're taking us away from him. And he knows your stealing his 'so-called' spotlight."
"That's cheeky." She took a seat beside me as we began McGonagal's class along with the Slytherins.
Draco's P.O.V:
I watched as Hermione listened to every word McGonagal was saying. How could she listen to this old lady go on and on. She looked so pretty listening attentively.
"Mister Malfoy do you know the answer to my question?" Professor McGonagal approached me.
I looked at Hermione and she smiled and mouthed something at me.
"Transfiguration of Classes." I said as I was still looking at Hermione.
"And would anyone like to explain what the transfiguration of classes is?" She turned around.
Hermione's hand shot up.
Author's P.O.V:
"Ginny." Hermione looked at the red head.
"Yeah."
"What's the new DADA teacher like?" Hermione looked at her.
"Oh, she's really cool. When are you guys meeting up with her?" Ginny looked at me.
"Tomorrow." She looked at her schedule.
She only had three classes a day now, two in the morning and one in the afternoon.
"Oh." Ginny looked back down at her plate.
Hermione's P.O.V:
I still hadn't spoken to Harry and it was lunch already. He and Ron were still in some deep Quidditch conversation.
"Are you okay Marisa?" Ginny looked at our friend.
"I'm fine just a little."
"Quiet." Ginny finished.
"I was thinking more of tired." Marisa shut her eyes.
"What's wrong? Is it, it?" I whispered in her ear. She nodded her head.
Ginny looked at us. "Didn't your parents ever tell you it was rude to whisper."
"Sorry, Gin." I smiled at her.
Later That Afternoon.
I was finally able to talk to Harry that afternoon.
"Hey. What's up with you today?" I looked at him.
"Nothing I just." Harry shrugged.
"You're just jealous." I looked at him.
"I am not!" He began to protest but I shot him a look. "Okay maybe just a little bit. I mean you just got back and I already feel like were drifting."
"There's no reason that we can't all be friends. I mean this is also really hard on Marisa she's adjusting and everything. She barely has any friends."
"Yeah but that doesn't mean she should go and steal mine." He looked at me.
"Harry you're acting like a child." I put my hands on his shoulders. "You and I both know that Marisa is not doing that."
"Yeah but." He looked at me. "I should apologize, huh?"
"Yeah."
"You've been gone for two years and still manage to make me feel like a three year old."
"That's because you act like one." I pushed him.
"Look at you Miss Thing!" Harry mimicked my tone.
"Where in the world did you get that word?"
"I watch TV. You're not the only muggle-kid here." He laughed.
Author's P.O.V:
It was finally after class that Draco was able to see Hermione alone again.
Draco's P.O.V:
"Hey Draco." Hermione's voice filled the room
I looked up. "Oh, hey Herm. I mean I can call you Herm right?"
"Yeah. Whatever." She headed for her bedroom.
"I. uh. can I talk to you?" I called out.
"Sure." She walked over to me and took a seat.
"I uh." I began.
"Draco, I would really appreciate it if you would get straight to the point."
"Straight to the point?" I asked.
"As straight as it can get." She smiled at me.
"Would you like to go out with me?" I asked.
"Sure. Tonight?" She asked.
"No, you don't get it. I mean go out, out with me."
"You mean."
"Date me." I finished for her.
"That's really cute and everything Draco but I really can't rush into a relationship right now. I can't repeat what I had with Harry. Just because I didn't get weepy over it doesn't mean it didn't hurt." She looked at me in the eye.
"But I thought you felt the same way." I blurted.
"Huh? Where'd you get that idea? I mean I'm attracted to you and everything but I'm not too sure about my feelings yet. It's all quite confusing and Draco we're really on the crucial part of the year I mean it just started. I need to study, I don't have time for a boy friend. I wouldn't want to neglect you for my studies. And if there is a chance between us maybe we should take it slow. I really like you and everything but I need. time." She shrugged.
My heart sank. "So you're turning me down?"
"I'm leaving all your options open. I wouldn't want to tie you down to something that won't be there. If you're really willing you'll take it slow, right?" She bit her lip. "And I barely know you. I mean we need to be friends first."
"Friends first." I nodded my head.
"Please don't let this change anything between us Draco. I love you a lot as a friend I mean and it didn't take me that long. I mean look it's only been a week, school just started, I have friends fighting over me. This isn't exactly the best time for me."
"I understand." I put my head down in shame.
"I'm sorry Draco." She kissed me on the cheek and walked into her room.
When she did that I wanted to grab her and kiss her on the lips. It was driving me crazy
"Ugh!" I slumped into the couch.
Author's P.O.V:
Hermione was especially confused about her feelings.
Hermione's P.O.V:
I mean I know that I like him, a lot but.
"Hermione if he really likes you he'll wait." I looked at reflection. "Geez, this isn't working. Why did I say no!!!" I yelled in frustration.
I mean, there is a big possibility that I am in-love with Draco Malfoy but. maybe I should've said yes.
A/N: Okay, okay. you can kill me if you like!! This chapter is not that great, oh well. I've accepted that heck even I don't like this chapter but I need describe how Draco really cares for her way past friendship and stuff so it's gonna take time. And don't forget to read my sister's story, To The One Who Taught Him, way cool!! And Don't forget to review this chapter, whatever Y-O-U think counts!!
BTW: Is anyone wondering what Marisa has buwahahaha!! She's not so perfect anymore.
Secret-destiny - Hey! I was wondering what happened to you.
Lady Malfoy - Thank you, thank you!!
KittyKat589 - Thanks, I hope you continue to read my story. I love hearing from all of you.
Bubble-123 - Here's the next chapter, its probably not what you've expected but things'll start to look up, I promise!
NO NAME - haha!! Maybe the next time you review you'll let me know who you are.
Shadowwolf2371 - The story is definitely going to be something unexpected so watch out!
Jadefeather - Thanks! I updated, I updated. Haha!!