Authors Note: This chapter is much longer than the others, I was on a roll
when I wrote this one! Thank you sooooooo much to all the reviewers!
There have been so many! I cant tell you how much it means to reach out to
so many people (can you feel the love in the room - Darius (LOL I cant even
spell, not sure many of you will know what I'm talking about but hey - its
all good!) So anyways back to the thanks yous - lots to get through:
LydoSpaRklyLemOnDroP - no haven't seen that film, so any similarities are completely coincidental!
GreenVines - thanks!
a hopeful writer - hopefully this chapter will clear a few things up, I wrote it before I read your review, but its funny coz it seems like it is a response to it!
Carmel March - I try and update ASAP, I'm really quick at churning out chapters - usually one a day, so you shouldn't have to wait too long!
Stardome - see above
Darkened Faerie - what does OOC mean? I'm kinda new to fan fiction and have no idea what some of the abbreviations mean!
Brie Cheese Eater - thank you for so many reviews! Thank you for your tip I will do that! Also, I laughed when I read your latest review. I had already written this chapter, hope the 'Snape encounter' lives up to expectations!
SuziWan - great idea, I haven't even thought about what is IN the potion! I guess I will have to if she's ever gonna find a antidote!
Alisama2 - isn't Ron just the best character? I love writing him!
M-X - I plan to!
slammin-sorceress - I will!
Saffire Shadow - three reviews?! I feel so special! Thank you!
s.s.Harry - peachy?
AlienSmile13 - I'm updating already!
Kady Rilla Wholi - mmmmmm I like that bit too!
Crono101 - the funny thing is I think this next chapter is a bit of a response to your review, but I wrote it before I read your review lol
Shreve - same sort of thing as with Crono101 :)
duzzy wuzzy - I am!
An Anti-Sheep Cheese Muffin - arghhhhh Jack the Monkey - noooooo LoL I am updating! See! LoL same thing to you as to Crono101
tomzgurl77 - you must be reading my mind! I wrote this chapter before I read your review and it deals with all the issues you spoke about. I may be sick but not that sick! Mwhahaha (evil laugh)
Luthien Vardamir - I promise to update ASAP all the time!
LythTaeraneth - thank you for your kind words. I hope you won't be disappointed for long, coz I will update! I am glad it is a 'comical read' for that is exactly what I wanted it to be!
Nestrik - you really think its original?! Wow cool!
Again thank you to everybody who reviewed! It has taken me a long time to reply to you all, but I figure you took the time to write to me so I should have the decency to reply! Neways I better post this chapter now! LoL I really like this chapter! I found it really easy to write and really enjoyed writing this one, it just flowed! Hehe. Please take note of the note at the end of this chappie. Take care, love you all, Love Fudgexxx
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The Hallucinations
By lunchtime Hermione had forgotten all about her worries. Lessons had been busy and no one had had the opportunity to talk to her. She was feeling much more relaxed. "I must have just been feeling the side effects of magical repairs," she reasoned. She raced down to the Great Hall, surprised at hungry she was, having rushed her early breakfast. As she entered the Great Hall she felt eyes turn towards her, it was a strange feeling. Deciding that she was imagining things, and that she should ignore it, she made her way to sit down between Harry and Ron.
"Hi," said Hermione happily.
"Hi Hermione," they both said, matching her enthusiasm.
Hermione immersed herself in her food, not taking any notice of all the attention she was receiving. Hermione who had planned on returning to the library now decided that wasn't necessary. She glanced up at the bewitched ceiling; the sky was bright blue.
"Looks like a nice day," she commented, "shall we go outside when we have finished here?"
The boys exchanged a look and then nodded. After their plates had been cleared, the three friends went out to the sunny grounds. They sat down by a tree that was close to the lake. Hermione thought nothing to the silence that fell over the group. In her opinion it was a sign of a good friendship if they could just enjoy silence together.
Suddenly Hermione felt very tired. Getting little sleep, and worrying about the sanity of the world, was beginning to take a toll on her. She lent up against the tree, feeling the rough bark leaving deep welts in her back, and closed her eyes. She wished she could stay there all day, with nothing to worry about. Harry and Ron's voices seemed very far away, but from what she could hear, they were only talking about Quidditch. "Boys that's all they care about, silly sports," thought Hermione slightly enviously, wandering what it would be like to be that laid back about life.
She was aware that her thoughts were carrying her away to the world of slumber, so before she allowed sleep to overpower her, she opened her eyes. The light flooding at her caused her to blink, then when she finally managed to focus on the picture in front of her, she had to blink again. Sitting on the grass in a large semicircle was what looked like the entire population of the school. Hermione rubbed her eyes, disbelievingly, but the picture didn't change. They all appeared to be watching her. Hermione shook her head, she really ought to go and see Madam Pomfrey again; it surely wasn't normal to be experiencing such strange hallucinations. On closer inspection of the imaginary crowd, Hermione saw they were all boys. "Well at least I'm having straight hallucinations," thought Hermione.
When the bell sounded signifying the beginning of afternoon lessons, the imaginary crowd started moving, getting up, picking up bags and making their way back towards the castle. "Strange behaviour for imaginary people," thought Hermione, getting up and swinging her bag over her shoulder.
"Off to Potions then Hermione?" asked one of the imaginary crowd, who Hermione recognised as a Slytherin.
"Yes," said Hermione in a distant voice, though quietly so nobody would see her talking to herself.
"What did that Slytherin what?" said Ron in a possessive tone.
"Oh you saw him too did you?" said Hermione.
"Err yeah Hermione, he was just there," said Ron shooting a worried look at Harry.
"Everything OK Hermione?" asked Harry.
"Yes, I'm fine," said Hermione, "I just had a lovely dream. I think I might just go and check it out with Madam Pomfrey after class."
"We better hurry up else we'll be late," said Harry, deciding to leave the subject for now.
They arrived no less than one minute late for Potions, but one minute was enough for Snape. "Potter, Weasley, you're late. Five points from Gryffindor, each," said Snape a cruel smile curling on his lips, "ah Miss Granger, good to see you could join us after your accident," he glared at Neville, "Madam Pomfrey had a word with me; make sure you see me after class."
Hermione was shocked and slightly worried that Snape hadn't taken points from her too. She reasoned that he was being lenient because of her accident. The lesson passed slowly. In light of the problems they had had the previous lesson with brewing the love potions, Snape dedicated the whole lesson to learning the theory behind the potion. The work was tedious, mostly copying large sections of notes from the board.
At the end of the lesson Hermione stayed behind, as Snape had instructed. When the last student had left and the door banged shut, Snape moved closer to Hermione.
"Now Miss Granger," he said, looking directly into her eyes, "have you fallen in love with anyone unexpected?"
"No," she said, feeling slightly uncomfortable under his gaze.
"Pardon me staring into your eyes, but that is the best way to tell if you have been affected by the potion," said Snape his tone soft.
Hermione was a bit scared. Snape had never even looked at her when she answered a question, and now he was looking at her in a very odd way. She shifted nervously, itching to get away.
"Miss Granger you have lovely eyes," said Snape, "but I see no trace of a love potion on you. Of course if the potion had worked correctly you would have fallen in love with Longbottom by now. Luckily for you that boy is so useless that the potion seems to have taken no effect whatsoever. It's a good job it didn't work, you could do so much better than him," Snape ran his hand down Hermione's cheek. Hermione winced. "What's the matter Miss Granger? I thought you of all people would want to improve your student teacher relations," Snape smiled, his hand still trailing over Hermione's face. Hermione was extremely disturbed by this latest vision. When the imaginary Snape moved in to kiss Hermione, she screamed. Still screaming she ran out of the classroom and hurtled all the way to the Hospital Wing.
Authors Note: EWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW! I know I don't usually write notes at the end of chapters, but I had to apologise for the ewwwwwwyness of this last bit! I was cringing when I was writing this - but it had to be done. Poor old Hermione, when things like that happen to a girl you have to wish that she was imagining it - needless to say for those of you who haven't realised, she isn't! EWWWW! HeHe, hope you liked this chapter anyways, please keep reviewing! Love Fudgexxx
LydoSpaRklyLemOnDroP - no haven't seen that film, so any similarities are completely coincidental!
GreenVines - thanks!
a hopeful writer - hopefully this chapter will clear a few things up, I wrote it before I read your review, but its funny coz it seems like it is a response to it!
Carmel March - I try and update ASAP, I'm really quick at churning out chapters - usually one a day, so you shouldn't have to wait too long!
Stardome - see above
Darkened Faerie - what does OOC mean? I'm kinda new to fan fiction and have no idea what some of the abbreviations mean!
Brie Cheese Eater - thank you for so many reviews! Thank you for your tip I will do that! Also, I laughed when I read your latest review. I had already written this chapter, hope the 'Snape encounter' lives up to expectations!
SuziWan - great idea, I haven't even thought about what is IN the potion! I guess I will have to if she's ever gonna find a antidote!
Alisama2 - isn't Ron just the best character? I love writing him!
M-X - I plan to!
slammin-sorceress - I will!
Saffire Shadow - three reviews?! I feel so special! Thank you!
s.s.Harry - peachy?
AlienSmile13 - I'm updating already!
Kady Rilla Wholi - mmmmmm I like that bit too!
Crono101 - the funny thing is I think this next chapter is a bit of a response to your review, but I wrote it before I read your review lol
Shreve - same sort of thing as with Crono101 :)
duzzy wuzzy - I am!
An Anti-Sheep Cheese Muffin - arghhhhh Jack the Monkey - noooooo LoL I am updating! See! LoL same thing to you as to Crono101
tomzgurl77 - you must be reading my mind! I wrote this chapter before I read your review and it deals with all the issues you spoke about. I may be sick but not that sick! Mwhahaha (evil laugh)
Luthien Vardamir - I promise to update ASAP all the time!
LythTaeraneth - thank you for your kind words. I hope you won't be disappointed for long, coz I will update! I am glad it is a 'comical read' for that is exactly what I wanted it to be!
Nestrik - you really think its original?! Wow cool!
Again thank you to everybody who reviewed! It has taken me a long time to reply to you all, but I figure you took the time to write to me so I should have the decency to reply! Neways I better post this chapter now! LoL I really like this chapter! I found it really easy to write and really enjoyed writing this one, it just flowed! Hehe. Please take note of the note at the end of this chappie. Take care, love you all, Love Fudgexxx
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The Hallucinations
By lunchtime Hermione had forgotten all about her worries. Lessons had been busy and no one had had the opportunity to talk to her. She was feeling much more relaxed. "I must have just been feeling the side effects of magical repairs," she reasoned. She raced down to the Great Hall, surprised at hungry she was, having rushed her early breakfast. As she entered the Great Hall she felt eyes turn towards her, it was a strange feeling. Deciding that she was imagining things, and that she should ignore it, she made her way to sit down between Harry and Ron.
"Hi," said Hermione happily.
"Hi Hermione," they both said, matching her enthusiasm.
Hermione immersed herself in her food, not taking any notice of all the attention she was receiving. Hermione who had planned on returning to the library now decided that wasn't necessary. She glanced up at the bewitched ceiling; the sky was bright blue.
"Looks like a nice day," she commented, "shall we go outside when we have finished here?"
The boys exchanged a look and then nodded. After their plates had been cleared, the three friends went out to the sunny grounds. They sat down by a tree that was close to the lake. Hermione thought nothing to the silence that fell over the group. In her opinion it was a sign of a good friendship if they could just enjoy silence together.
Suddenly Hermione felt very tired. Getting little sleep, and worrying about the sanity of the world, was beginning to take a toll on her. She lent up against the tree, feeling the rough bark leaving deep welts in her back, and closed her eyes. She wished she could stay there all day, with nothing to worry about. Harry and Ron's voices seemed very far away, but from what she could hear, they were only talking about Quidditch. "Boys that's all they care about, silly sports," thought Hermione slightly enviously, wandering what it would be like to be that laid back about life.
She was aware that her thoughts were carrying her away to the world of slumber, so before she allowed sleep to overpower her, she opened her eyes. The light flooding at her caused her to blink, then when she finally managed to focus on the picture in front of her, she had to blink again. Sitting on the grass in a large semicircle was what looked like the entire population of the school. Hermione rubbed her eyes, disbelievingly, but the picture didn't change. They all appeared to be watching her. Hermione shook her head, she really ought to go and see Madam Pomfrey again; it surely wasn't normal to be experiencing such strange hallucinations. On closer inspection of the imaginary crowd, Hermione saw they were all boys. "Well at least I'm having straight hallucinations," thought Hermione.
When the bell sounded signifying the beginning of afternoon lessons, the imaginary crowd started moving, getting up, picking up bags and making their way back towards the castle. "Strange behaviour for imaginary people," thought Hermione, getting up and swinging her bag over her shoulder.
"Off to Potions then Hermione?" asked one of the imaginary crowd, who Hermione recognised as a Slytherin.
"Yes," said Hermione in a distant voice, though quietly so nobody would see her talking to herself.
"What did that Slytherin what?" said Ron in a possessive tone.
"Oh you saw him too did you?" said Hermione.
"Err yeah Hermione, he was just there," said Ron shooting a worried look at Harry.
"Everything OK Hermione?" asked Harry.
"Yes, I'm fine," said Hermione, "I just had a lovely dream. I think I might just go and check it out with Madam Pomfrey after class."
"We better hurry up else we'll be late," said Harry, deciding to leave the subject for now.
They arrived no less than one minute late for Potions, but one minute was enough for Snape. "Potter, Weasley, you're late. Five points from Gryffindor, each," said Snape a cruel smile curling on his lips, "ah Miss Granger, good to see you could join us after your accident," he glared at Neville, "Madam Pomfrey had a word with me; make sure you see me after class."
Hermione was shocked and slightly worried that Snape hadn't taken points from her too. She reasoned that he was being lenient because of her accident. The lesson passed slowly. In light of the problems they had had the previous lesson with brewing the love potions, Snape dedicated the whole lesson to learning the theory behind the potion. The work was tedious, mostly copying large sections of notes from the board.
At the end of the lesson Hermione stayed behind, as Snape had instructed. When the last student had left and the door banged shut, Snape moved closer to Hermione.
"Now Miss Granger," he said, looking directly into her eyes, "have you fallen in love with anyone unexpected?"
"No," she said, feeling slightly uncomfortable under his gaze.
"Pardon me staring into your eyes, but that is the best way to tell if you have been affected by the potion," said Snape his tone soft.
Hermione was a bit scared. Snape had never even looked at her when she answered a question, and now he was looking at her in a very odd way. She shifted nervously, itching to get away.
"Miss Granger you have lovely eyes," said Snape, "but I see no trace of a love potion on you. Of course if the potion had worked correctly you would have fallen in love with Longbottom by now. Luckily for you that boy is so useless that the potion seems to have taken no effect whatsoever. It's a good job it didn't work, you could do so much better than him," Snape ran his hand down Hermione's cheek. Hermione winced. "What's the matter Miss Granger? I thought you of all people would want to improve your student teacher relations," Snape smiled, his hand still trailing over Hermione's face. Hermione was extremely disturbed by this latest vision. When the imaginary Snape moved in to kiss Hermione, she screamed. Still screaming she ran out of the classroom and hurtled all the way to the Hospital Wing.
Authors Note: EWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW! I know I don't usually write notes at the end of chapters, but I had to apologise for the ewwwwwwyness of this last bit! I was cringing when I was writing this - but it had to be done. Poor old Hermione, when things like that happen to a girl you have to wish that she was imagining it - needless to say for those of you who haven't realised, she isn't! EWWWW! HeHe, hope you liked this chapter anyways, please keep reviewing! Love Fudgexxx