Disclaimer: I don't own any of the Harry Potter's characters. Everything
belongs to J. K. Rowling. Everything unfamiliar is mine. 7/2
A/N: Thanks again for the reviews. Thanks for the suggestions. I'll
end this story because I'd like to focus on my other story first.
(Yeah right!) Be sure to wait for the sequel though. I told you guys
before that I don't like Hermione to end up with Harry so there will
definitely be a sequel. Sorry if I stopped at this point.
Title: Models
Chapter38: Turnover
Halloween, Christmas, Valentines had passed. Hermione's life turned a little easier. Sure she still had the extra classes to worry plus McGonagall was teaching the Gryffindor trio Apparating classes but its nothing that she can't handle. Usually her relationship was one of the things that torment her but now, her friends made it easier for her. She had managed an intact relationship with Harry and Ron and then some. Then, there was Draco Malfoy who stopped being such a pain, at least to her. He appeared grumpier than usual though. He bullied students who were younger than him. Gryffindor had an increase on the amounts of points lost as well.
Hermione wasn't aware of these changes however; all she saw was a lonely boy minding his own business. Sometimes, Hermione could feel cold and empty especially when he avoids her. He didn't call her mudblood again but the fact that he refuses to talk to her even as his potion's partner was eating her up. During Prefect meetings, he chose the seat farthest from her. All she knows about him is the fact that he didn't give up his advance Potions. Harry had complained time and again every morning after his class. When it was time to shift classes, Ron began complaining as well. It seemed like Draco spoke to everybody else but her. She didn't want to feel anything for him, but she can't control her feelings.
Early at breakfast, Hermione sat beside Harry facing the Slytherin table. She used all of her courage to avoid looking at Draco. She didn't want to see his face. She figured if she didn't see his face, everything would be clear again. As they left the Great Hall, she couldn't help but look for him at their table. She was disappointed to see his back instead. She could feel a little pain creeping inside her.
Every time she was alone with Harry, her mind seems to drift. She began arguing with herself once more.
'Stop thinking about him. You already have a boyfriend, Harry, remember?'
'How can I forget, your always reminding me?'
'Maybe because you're cheating on him.'
'I do not! I'm not seeing anybody else.'
'Yes, but your mind keeps on drifting on other people.'
"Still, that's not cheating!'
"It is, when you're comparing him to your boyfriend!'
"What's wrong with comparing?'
'You're thinking of his bloody kisses!'
'Well, he is better at it than Harry.'
'If only Harry could hear could hear this. Harry's been good to you all these years. He's been behind you every time you needed him. And may I remind you that you've been after him for a long time now. Draco is nothing short of a jerk!'
'That's not fair, sure we've fought most of our lives together but he's changed. I can feel it.'
'Changed? Are you sure? How would you know? You didn't really have a relationship with him before.'
"He has! He's not the same arrogant prat that he was.'
'Stop defending him! He's not worth it.'
"Hermione?" Harry interrupted the arguments in her head.
"Yes Harry?"
"You seem deep in thoughts."
"I was just thinking."
"What about?"
"About you actually." She blushed, embarrassed for thinking about another person as well. She chose not to tell Harry that part.
"Really?" He teased. "What about me?"
"How lucky I am to be your girlfriend." She felt guilty since the only reason she thought of that was because she was thinking of somebody else.
This time Harry was speechless, he wasn't comfortable with the topic so he tried to divert it, "About the upcoming party."
"What about it?"
"What was it for again?"
"Honestly Harry, we'll be entering our last year in Hogwarts and you still haven't read 'Hogwarts, A History'. Every year, the 7th and 6th years have a ball wherein the positions of Head Boy and Head Girl are transferred. The party is sort of a turnover."
"I see, so basically, it means that you'd be appointed Head Girl next year."
"Nobody knows that."
"You're the best Prefect. You're a shoo-in."
"We'll just have to wait and see." She gave him a quick kiss and headed to her room.
~~~~~~~~~~
When she was inside her room, she began questioning herself. 'Do I love Harry? If not, then why am I with him?'
'Of course you love him.'
'Maybe being with Harry is just some challenge I wanted to accomplish. And the fact that I think of somebody else most of the time, whether I be alone or with him is.'
'You're just scared to love him.'
'Is that the reason? Why does it then hurts to look at Draco with Pansy?'
'It's just pride. You've been used with getting attention from him before, now he's giving it to somebody else, and to a slut no less.' **Anything goes in her mind.
'Why do I dream of going to the party with him by my side? And our last kiss was different than the others.'
'You pity him?'
'Why are you questioning me now?'
'Love sure is strange. Maybe everything will clear up in time.'
'I hope so.'
~~~~~~~~~~
It was the night of the party, the lower years were sent early to bed. The 6th and 7th year students prepared for the night. Hermione wore a violet colored robe. Her robe hugged her body perfectly. Her neckline was deep enough to accentuate her assets but high enough for modesty's sake. She used an eye shadow that she bewitched to make her eyes sparkle. She fixed her hair stylishly up with perfectly placed tendrils falling to her face.
Harry came to her room to fetch her. He remembered how Hermione looked like when she went out with him for their 1st date and she looked amazing then. He couldn't wait to see her today. She's supposed to wear formal attire, which means she'd look a lot more amazing than when she wears casual attire. He didn't have to anticipate any longer, her door swung open and she got out presenting herself up to him. She turned to one side, then to the other, to check his reaction. When she finished modeling, Harry's mouth was left open. She was pleased at his reaction.
Hermione liked the effect she had on him. "Are you just going to stare all night? I'm getting a bit hungry you know."
Harry blushed before he offered his hand. "You look amazing."
"Thank you. You look great yourself." She noticed his dress robe accentuated his tan. She admitted she liked the effect especially the fit of his robes on him. She could see his broad shoulders protruding on his robes. "What did you do to your hair?" She noticed his hair was lying obediently.
"I looked for a spell. hey what are you doing?" He was trying to avoid her hands but failed. She ruffled his hair, which returned to the original messy state. "It took me a long time practicing that spell."
"I like it better now." She gave him a smile. It seemed like the natural glimmer in her eyes was emphasized even more with the makeup she used.
Harry's heart skipped a beat as he watched her. "Shall we go now? They might be announcing your name already."
~~~~~~~~~~
Most of the 6th and 7th years were already seated. They were just waiting for everyone to settle down. Harry and Hermione were one of the last couples that arrived. Hermione's fans waited eagerly for her arrival. There was a pair of eyes locked at the doors. He didn't want to go and watch Potter dance with Hermione before. Every time he saw them close, he felt his heart ripped from his body. But he remembered the last time he saw her on the ball when they were in their 4th year. He decided to go see how incredible she'll look like now that she's matured and well curved.
When at last Harry and Hermione arrived, every pair of eyes focused on the latecomers. Hermione was the 1st to enter the Hall. When she noticed everybody looking at her, she began to turn red.
Draco took a deep breath at the sight he saw. His heart ached from wanting to touch her, to hold her, to kiss her. Her red face made her eyes glimmer. The makeup didn't seem to help him. Her robe glided with her revealing the curves that had been hiding inside her school robes. Sure he's seen lots of attractive women but it felt different when the attraction goes beyond skin deep. He wanted badly to go to her side but thought twice. He didn't want to cause her any unnecessary pain anymore.
Hermione waited for Harry to enter the hall before she swayed gracefully to sit beside Ron and Lavender, his date. Every eyes followed her movements may it be out of jealousy or approval. Harry put his arms around her waist possessively and proudly.
"I suppose everyone of you are hungry now." Dumbledore waived his hands and food appeared on each table.
"Most of the females only took a bite worrying of spilling on their robes or scared of looking too big in their robes. Most of the conversations were about the dramatic entrance of Harry and Hermione. Some still couldn't believe how a bookish person could transform into someone like her. The dinner ended and the ceremonies proceeded.
"Time passes quickly in these halls. The 1st years wish to quicken the pace they cannot wait to graduate. There are students who outgrow these wishes and instead ask to slow down the pace, regretting the day they would leave these walls. Some of you have nonetheless have no choice. We bid farewell and good luck for those graduating. We wish you all success. For the 6th years I challenge you to do as good as the 7th years if not better. In order for this to succeed, there ought to be strong leaders." Dumbledore addressed the crowd.
"As the Head Boy and Head Girl leaves for a new journey, I expect the newly appointed for these positions live up to their standards." He paused for a while. "Shall we now begin?"
"We have considered appointing a lot of students this year but as you all know, there are only 1 Head Boy and 1 Head Girl. This is not to be taken as a contest but as a challenge. This position demands respect and responsibility of keeping your fellow students in order." He paused again demanding silence and all attention to him. "Professor McGonagall if you would pleas?"
McGonagall stood up with a note in her hand. "Your professor's choice Head Girl."
Harry squeezed Hermione's hand, waiting for the announcement.
Draco could see Harry's gesture and wished that it were him who was holding her hand.
"Your new Head Girl is. Ms. Hermione Granger. Ms. Granger, please come up to be recognized."
Hermione gave Harry and Ron a big smile before heading towards the front. She was given a badge that was put on by the outgoing Head Girl. There was a loud applause for her achievement. Hermione was getting teary-eyed as she looked at the crowd that cheered for her. She found herself staring at Draco Malfoy who gave her a heart melting, sincere smile. She returned it to him heavy hearted.
When the cheering ended, McGonagall continued, "For our new Head Boy."
This was a wild card. Harry was never a Prefect so everyone assumed he didn't make the cut. The other Prefects were all fit for the position. Everyone was curious at who it will be.
"The new Head Boy is. Mr. Harry Potter."
There was an overwhelming silence. The Prefects didn't like the announcement much.
"Mr. Potter, please come forward as well.
Harry looked embarrassed and decided to look at his girlfriend for support. She gave him a weak smile. 'Not very encouraging.'
Draco expected this to happen. Harry was Dumbledore's favorite pet. He clapped his hands as Harry walked towards Hermione. Hermione felt like she just broke a spell and started clapping for her boyfriend. The rest of the Gryffindors followed her example then the rest also cheered in.
"Mr. Potter and Ms. Granger, I look forward to working with you both." Dumbledore managed to say before the music began.
~~~~~~~~~~
All night, Harry and Hermione were congratulated by people from different houses and years with the exception of the Slytherins. There were guys who forced to get a dance with Hermione but the only guy successful was Ron.
"You look great tonight Herm."
"Tonight only?" She teased.
"You look gorgeous all the time, this night you look great."
"Alright then."
"You and Harry."
"Aw come on Ron, he's your best friend."
"I guess. So do you have any plans this summer?"
"Nothing much. I thought."
~~~~~~~~~~
Draco watched as every guy who approached Hermione was turned down. He saw his chance when both Harry and Hermione allowed Ron to dance her. 'There's no way in hell that that bloody Potter would let me dance with her. This is my chance.' He cut into the dance floor, heading straight towards Hermione.
~~~~~~~~~~
"Nothing much. I thought."
"May I cut in?" Draco looked directly into her eyes almost pleading.
Ron was about to argue when Hermione spoke first.
Hermione nodded and released her hand from Ron. "I'll owe you big time. Just this time." She pleaded to him.
Ron couldn't believe his ears but decided to nod and left the couple. He saw Harry starting to charge towards Draco. Ron was able to grab him. "Just this once mate. You're Head Boy now. The professors expect a lot from you mate."
Harry backed down but didn't take his eyes away from the couple. "Why the hell did you let him cut in?"
"Just this once mate. Trust her, she's your girlfriend now."
"That's what's bothering me."
~~~~~~~~~~
Hermione didn't know what came over her. The sight of Draco up close made her risk everything. Harry looked good in his dress robes but Draco looked incredibly delicious in his.
Draco placed her arms around his neck as they swayed slowly into the music. People were starting to stare. 'Will there be another scene worth watching?'
Hermione rested her head on his chest. She could hear his steady heartbeat that miraculously calmed her. She heard him whisper something and looked up at him. "What?" She felt something dropped on her head. She touched it to have an idea on what it was but she couldn't take it off.
"What is it?"
"A tiara."
She was surprised and embarrassed. "A tiara?"
"You look like a princess to me."
Hermione felt pleased and more embarrassed. Her face was beginning to glow. "Take it off." She asked him softly.
"Don't worry, it suits your robes."
"I have a boyfriend."
"I know, please stop reminding me."
"But."
"Why did you let me dance with you?" He asked hopefully.
"Draco please."
"Can't we just pretend that this moment's made for us? Just this once?"
"Draco." Her eyes were getting misty. She didn't know why.
"I've missed you."
"Same here." She wanted to project that she didn't care but deep down she's longing to be with him.
"I haven't seen you around."
"I got 2 extra classes this time."
"I thought that was last time?"
"McGonagall's teaching us something else." She promised not to tell anyone. The 3 of them already knew how to Apparate and Disapparate. All they needed was a license allowing them.
"Are you allowed to tell me what it is?"
She avoided his question. "You shouldn't be doing this, your father could."
"He means nothing to me."
"Still, he might. do something."
"Don't worry about me, I'll be fine. I'm his only heir."
"I want you to be careful."
The 2 danced until the song finished. All they did was feel. Hermione felt content. She didn't think of anything else. She forgot about Harry and the rest of people around them. Draco on the other hand tried to memorize everything about her, her smell, her eyes, and her voice. They didn't notice that the music stopped. They only stopped dancing when somebody in the crowd cleared her throat. Hermione's face was burning from embarrassment. She tried to leave the dance floor but was stopped by Draco. "Is your offer still up?" **Remember the friendship thingy.
"Yeah."
Draco let her hand go feeling a little lighter.
~~~~~~~~~~
Hermione headed towards Ron not yet ready to face Harry.
"Uh, Hermione." He pointed to her tiara.
'Drat!' She tried her best to take it off but it wouldn't budge.
Ron helped her but it just wouldn't budge. "Just leave it. It suits your robe anyway." He teased her.
Harry however was not pleased. Hermione forced to tell him it was nothing. The tiara would fall off eventually. He didn't lash at her. He didn't want her to come running to Malfoy.
~~~~~~~~~~
It was time to go home. There were people who couldn't wait and some dreaded coming home. Draco now belonged to the latter group. He didn't want to face his father. He got out of his compartment to move around a bit. He saw someone walking towards him. He eyed the person before realizing it was Hermione.
"I just wanted to say goodbye formally."
"How about see you next year?"
"Next year it is!" She gave him a big smile.
~~~~~~~~~~
A/N: I just want to thank you guys again. Oh, I need a BETA
badly, anyone interested email me at hbpikapi@yahoo.com
This wasn't a bad first time, I suppose. Watch out for the sequel
though. I'll be posting my first songfic. I hope you guys read it as
well. I PROMISE the sequel is entirely for Draco and Hermione. I
found out a way to break it up with Harry. I didn't plan for them the
get in this situation it just happened. Sometimes I regret it but
there's nothing I can do know. I've written 2 chapters now for the
sequel so wait for them.
A/N: Thanks again for the reviews. Thanks for the suggestions. I'll
end this story because I'd like to focus on my other story first.
(Yeah right!) Be sure to wait for the sequel though. I told you guys
before that I don't like Hermione to end up with Harry so there will
definitely be a sequel. Sorry if I stopped at this point.
Title: Models
Chapter38: Turnover
Halloween, Christmas, Valentines had passed. Hermione's life turned a little easier. Sure she still had the extra classes to worry plus McGonagall was teaching the Gryffindor trio Apparating classes but its nothing that she can't handle. Usually her relationship was one of the things that torment her but now, her friends made it easier for her. She had managed an intact relationship with Harry and Ron and then some. Then, there was Draco Malfoy who stopped being such a pain, at least to her. He appeared grumpier than usual though. He bullied students who were younger than him. Gryffindor had an increase on the amounts of points lost as well.
Hermione wasn't aware of these changes however; all she saw was a lonely boy minding his own business. Sometimes, Hermione could feel cold and empty especially when he avoids her. He didn't call her mudblood again but the fact that he refuses to talk to her even as his potion's partner was eating her up. During Prefect meetings, he chose the seat farthest from her. All she knows about him is the fact that he didn't give up his advance Potions. Harry had complained time and again every morning after his class. When it was time to shift classes, Ron began complaining as well. It seemed like Draco spoke to everybody else but her. She didn't want to feel anything for him, but she can't control her feelings.
Early at breakfast, Hermione sat beside Harry facing the Slytherin table. She used all of her courage to avoid looking at Draco. She didn't want to see his face. She figured if she didn't see his face, everything would be clear again. As they left the Great Hall, she couldn't help but look for him at their table. She was disappointed to see his back instead. She could feel a little pain creeping inside her.
Every time she was alone with Harry, her mind seems to drift. She began arguing with herself once more.
'Stop thinking about him. You already have a boyfriend, Harry, remember?'
'How can I forget, your always reminding me?'
'Maybe because you're cheating on him.'
'I do not! I'm not seeing anybody else.'
'Yes, but your mind keeps on drifting on other people.'
"Still, that's not cheating!'
"It is, when you're comparing him to your boyfriend!'
"What's wrong with comparing?'
'You're thinking of his bloody kisses!'
'Well, he is better at it than Harry.'
'If only Harry could hear could hear this. Harry's been good to you all these years. He's been behind you every time you needed him. And may I remind you that you've been after him for a long time now. Draco is nothing short of a jerk!'
'That's not fair, sure we've fought most of our lives together but he's changed. I can feel it.'
'Changed? Are you sure? How would you know? You didn't really have a relationship with him before.'
"He has! He's not the same arrogant prat that he was.'
'Stop defending him! He's not worth it.'
"Hermione?" Harry interrupted the arguments in her head.
"Yes Harry?"
"You seem deep in thoughts."
"I was just thinking."
"What about?"
"About you actually." She blushed, embarrassed for thinking about another person as well. She chose not to tell Harry that part.
"Really?" He teased. "What about me?"
"How lucky I am to be your girlfriend." She felt guilty since the only reason she thought of that was because she was thinking of somebody else.
This time Harry was speechless, he wasn't comfortable with the topic so he tried to divert it, "About the upcoming party."
"What about it?"
"What was it for again?"
"Honestly Harry, we'll be entering our last year in Hogwarts and you still haven't read 'Hogwarts, A History'. Every year, the 7th and 6th years have a ball wherein the positions of Head Boy and Head Girl are transferred. The party is sort of a turnover."
"I see, so basically, it means that you'd be appointed Head Girl next year."
"Nobody knows that."
"You're the best Prefect. You're a shoo-in."
"We'll just have to wait and see." She gave him a quick kiss and headed to her room.
~~~~~~~~~~
When she was inside her room, she began questioning herself. 'Do I love Harry? If not, then why am I with him?'
'Of course you love him.'
'Maybe being with Harry is just some challenge I wanted to accomplish. And the fact that I think of somebody else most of the time, whether I be alone or with him is.'
'You're just scared to love him.'
'Is that the reason? Why does it then hurts to look at Draco with Pansy?'
'It's just pride. You've been used with getting attention from him before, now he's giving it to somebody else, and to a slut no less.' **Anything goes in her mind.
'Why do I dream of going to the party with him by my side? And our last kiss was different than the others.'
'You pity him?'
'Why are you questioning me now?'
'Love sure is strange. Maybe everything will clear up in time.'
'I hope so.'
~~~~~~~~~~
It was the night of the party, the lower years were sent early to bed. The 6th and 7th year students prepared for the night. Hermione wore a violet colored robe. Her robe hugged her body perfectly. Her neckline was deep enough to accentuate her assets but high enough for modesty's sake. She used an eye shadow that she bewitched to make her eyes sparkle. She fixed her hair stylishly up with perfectly placed tendrils falling to her face.
Harry came to her room to fetch her. He remembered how Hermione looked like when she went out with him for their 1st date and she looked amazing then. He couldn't wait to see her today. She's supposed to wear formal attire, which means she'd look a lot more amazing than when she wears casual attire. He didn't have to anticipate any longer, her door swung open and she got out presenting herself up to him. She turned to one side, then to the other, to check his reaction. When she finished modeling, Harry's mouth was left open. She was pleased at his reaction.
Hermione liked the effect she had on him. "Are you just going to stare all night? I'm getting a bit hungry you know."
Harry blushed before he offered his hand. "You look amazing."
"Thank you. You look great yourself." She noticed his dress robe accentuated his tan. She admitted she liked the effect especially the fit of his robes on him. She could see his broad shoulders protruding on his robes. "What did you do to your hair?" She noticed his hair was lying obediently.
"I looked for a spell. hey what are you doing?" He was trying to avoid her hands but failed. She ruffled his hair, which returned to the original messy state. "It took me a long time practicing that spell."
"I like it better now." She gave him a smile. It seemed like the natural glimmer in her eyes was emphasized even more with the makeup she used.
Harry's heart skipped a beat as he watched her. "Shall we go now? They might be announcing your name already."
~~~~~~~~~~
Most of the 6th and 7th years were already seated. They were just waiting for everyone to settle down. Harry and Hermione were one of the last couples that arrived. Hermione's fans waited eagerly for her arrival. There was a pair of eyes locked at the doors. He didn't want to go and watch Potter dance with Hermione before. Every time he saw them close, he felt his heart ripped from his body. But he remembered the last time he saw her on the ball when they were in their 4th year. He decided to go see how incredible she'll look like now that she's matured and well curved.
When at last Harry and Hermione arrived, every pair of eyes focused on the latecomers. Hermione was the 1st to enter the Hall. When she noticed everybody looking at her, she began to turn red.
Draco took a deep breath at the sight he saw. His heart ached from wanting to touch her, to hold her, to kiss her. Her red face made her eyes glimmer. The makeup didn't seem to help him. Her robe glided with her revealing the curves that had been hiding inside her school robes. Sure he's seen lots of attractive women but it felt different when the attraction goes beyond skin deep. He wanted badly to go to her side but thought twice. He didn't want to cause her any unnecessary pain anymore.
Hermione waited for Harry to enter the hall before she swayed gracefully to sit beside Ron and Lavender, his date. Every eyes followed her movements may it be out of jealousy or approval. Harry put his arms around her waist possessively and proudly.
"I suppose everyone of you are hungry now." Dumbledore waived his hands and food appeared on each table.
"Most of the females only took a bite worrying of spilling on their robes or scared of looking too big in their robes. Most of the conversations were about the dramatic entrance of Harry and Hermione. Some still couldn't believe how a bookish person could transform into someone like her. The dinner ended and the ceremonies proceeded.
"Time passes quickly in these halls. The 1st years wish to quicken the pace they cannot wait to graduate. There are students who outgrow these wishes and instead ask to slow down the pace, regretting the day they would leave these walls. Some of you have nonetheless have no choice. We bid farewell and good luck for those graduating. We wish you all success. For the 6th years I challenge you to do as good as the 7th years if not better. In order for this to succeed, there ought to be strong leaders." Dumbledore addressed the crowd.
"As the Head Boy and Head Girl leaves for a new journey, I expect the newly appointed for these positions live up to their standards." He paused for a while. "Shall we now begin?"
"We have considered appointing a lot of students this year but as you all know, there are only 1 Head Boy and 1 Head Girl. This is not to be taken as a contest but as a challenge. This position demands respect and responsibility of keeping your fellow students in order." He paused again demanding silence and all attention to him. "Professor McGonagall if you would pleas?"
McGonagall stood up with a note in her hand. "Your professor's choice Head Girl."
Harry squeezed Hermione's hand, waiting for the announcement.
Draco could see Harry's gesture and wished that it were him who was holding her hand.
"Your new Head Girl is. Ms. Hermione Granger. Ms. Granger, please come up to be recognized."
Hermione gave Harry and Ron a big smile before heading towards the front. She was given a badge that was put on by the outgoing Head Girl. There was a loud applause for her achievement. Hermione was getting teary-eyed as she looked at the crowd that cheered for her. She found herself staring at Draco Malfoy who gave her a heart melting, sincere smile. She returned it to him heavy hearted.
When the cheering ended, McGonagall continued, "For our new Head Boy."
This was a wild card. Harry was never a Prefect so everyone assumed he didn't make the cut. The other Prefects were all fit for the position. Everyone was curious at who it will be.
"The new Head Boy is. Mr. Harry Potter."
There was an overwhelming silence. The Prefects didn't like the announcement much.
"Mr. Potter, please come forward as well.
Harry looked embarrassed and decided to look at his girlfriend for support. She gave him a weak smile. 'Not very encouraging.'
Draco expected this to happen. Harry was Dumbledore's favorite pet. He clapped his hands as Harry walked towards Hermione. Hermione felt like she just broke a spell and started clapping for her boyfriend. The rest of the Gryffindors followed her example then the rest also cheered in.
"Mr. Potter and Ms. Granger, I look forward to working with you both." Dumbledore managed to say before the music began.
~~~~~~~~~~
All night, Harry and Hermione were congratulated by people from different houses and years with the exception of the Slytherins. There were guys who forced to get a dance with Hermione but the only guy successful was Ron.
"You look great tonight Herm."
"Tonight only?" She teased.
"You look gorgeous all the time, this night you look great."
"Alright then."
"You and Harry."
"Aw come on Ron, he's your best friend."
"I guess. So do you have any plans this summer?"
"Nothing much. I thought."
~~~~~~~~~~
Draco watched as every guy who approached Hermione was turned down. He saw his chance when both Harry and Hermione allowed Ron to dance her. 'There's no way in hell that that bloody Potter would let me dance with her. This is my chance.' He cut into the dance floor, heading straight towards Hermione.
~~~~~~~~~~
"Nothing much. I thought."
"May I cut in?" Draco looked directly into her eyes almost pleading.
Ron was about to argue when Hermione spoke first.
Hermione nodded and released her hand from Ron. "I'll owe you big time. Just this time." She pleaded to him.
Ron couldn't believe his ears but decided to nod and left the couple. He saw Harry starting to charge towards Draco. Ron was able to grab him. "Just this once mate. You're Head Boy now. The professors expect a lot from you mate."
Harry backed down but didn't take his eyes away from the couple. "Why the hell did you let him cut in?"
"Just this once mate. Trust her, she's your girlfriend now."
"That's what's bothering me."
~~~~~~~~~~
Hermione didn't know what came over her. The sight of Draco up close made her risk everything. Harry looked good in his dress robes but Draco looked incredibly delicious in his.
Draco placed her arms around his neck as they swayed slowly into the music. People were starting to stare. 'Will there be another scene worth watching?'
Hermione rested her head on his chest. She could hear his steady heartbeat that miraculously calmed her. She heard him whisper something and looked up at him. "What?" She felt something dropped on her head. She touched it to have an idea on what it was but she couldn't take it off.
"What is it?"
"A tiara."
She was surprised and embarrassed. "A tiara?"
"You look like a princess to me."
Hermione felt pleased and more embarrassed. Her face was beginning to glow. "Take it off." She asked him softly.
"Don't worry, it suits your robes."
"I have a boyfriend."
"I know, please stop reminding me."
"But."
"Why did you let me dance with you?" He asked hopefully.
"Draco please."
"Can't we just pretend that this moment's made for us? Just this once?"
"Draco." Her eyes were getting misty. She didn't know why.
"I've missed you."
"Same here." She wanted to project that she didn't care but deep down she's longing to be with him.
"I haven't seen you around."
"I got 2 extra classes this time."
"I thought that was last time?"
"McGonagall's teaching us something else." She promised not to tell anyone. The 3 of them already knew how to Apparate and Disapparate. All they needed was a license allowing them.
"Are you allowed to tell me what it is?"
She avoided his question. "You shouldn't be doing this, your father could."
"He means nothing to me."
"Still, he might. do something."
"Don't worry about me, I'll be fine. I'm his only heir."
"I want you to be careful."
The 2 danced until the song finished. All they did was feel. Hermione felt content. She didn't think of anything else. She forgot about Harry and the rest of people around them. Draco on the other hand tried to memorize everything about her, her smell, her eyes, and her voice. They didn't notice that the music stopped. They only stopped dancing when somebody in the crowd cleared her throat. Hermione's face was burning from embarrassment. She tried to leave the dance floor but was stopped by Draco. "Is your offer still up?" **Remember the friendship thingy.
"Yeah."
Draco let her hand go feeling a little lighter.
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Hermione headed towards Ron not yet ready to face Harry.
"Uh, Hermione." He pointed to her tiara.
'Drat!' She tried her best to take it off but it wouldn't budge.
Ron helped her but it just wouldn't budge. "Just leave it. It suits your robe anyway." He teased her.
Harry however was not pleased. Hermione forced to tell him it was nothing. The tiara would fall off eventually. He didn't lash at her. He didn't want her to come running to Malfoy.
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It was time to go home. There were people who couldn't wait and some dreaded coming home. Draco now belonged to the latter group. He didn't want to face his father. He got out of his compartment to move around a bit. He saw someone walking towards him. He eyed the person before realizing it was Hermione.
"I just wanted to say goodbye formally."
"How about see you next year?"
"Next year it is!" She gave him a big smile.
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A/N: I just want to thank you guys again. Oh, I need a BETA
badly, anyone interested email me at hbpikapi@yahoo.com
This wasn't a bad first time, I suppose. Watch out for the sequel
though. I'll be posting my first songfic. I hope you guys read it as
well. I PROMISE the sequel is entirely for Draco and Hermione. I
found out a way to break it up with Harry. I didn't plan for them the
get in this situation it just happened. Sometimes I regret it but
there's nothing I can do know. I've written 2 chapters now for the
sequel so wait for them.