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Chapter II: The Big Bang

A few weeks later (after the apologies had come from both the female and male sides of the common room), the announcement came in McGonagall's class that there was to be a school play that winter break. It was to be Sleeping Beauty by the Grimm brothers. All of the girls squealed in excitement, all hoping that they could be Aurora, so that they could kiss the male part who was to be Prince Philip. The reaction was exactly opposite from the guy's side of the room. By the time McGonagall was able to calm everyone down, class was over. In the hallway after class, Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Parvarti (Ron's newest girl) chatted while walking to lunch.

"Gee" exclaimed Parvarti (rather loudly, and attracting glances from those passing by), "I can't wait to try out. I wonder what play it's going to be! What if you got the main part Ronnie-kins?! Ooooh… That'd be SO exciting! And then I could get the main female lead, and we could have an excuse to make-out on stage!!"

Ron turned to face Parvarti "I don't think you understand, dear, that when a man like muuuaah ::whips out mirror, checks reflection, blows self a kiss, flips mirror back into pocket of pimp coat:: you don't need talent to get onstage. All you need is this beautiful face, and you get all the luck in the world." Harry rolled his eyes, and those passing by snickered under their breath.

"Oh Ronny" crooned Parvarti, "You're just so…"

"Egotistical"

Hermione whirled around to see who had read (and spoken) her mind. There, standing, stood the very tall, intelligent, and highly good looking Draco Malfoy.

"Good call, Granger"

"Thank you, and likewise." Hermione replied.

Parvarti went for Hermione's jugular at the same time Professor Snape walked around the corner. By the time it was over, Parvarti had a bloodied nose, and Hermione was sprouting a black eye. Ron was attempting to restrain Parvarti as Professor Snape began the questioning as to what had happened.

"What went on here?" he demanded in his I-am-the-most-high-person-in-this-school voice. "Tell me now!" he roared.

"Parvarti went for Mio because Mio insulted Ron's lack of fashion and big head which we all thought at one point but wasn't going to say anything ::murmured agreement from all but Ron and Parvarti:: but Mio and Malfoy said it at the same time." explained Harry, who was now short of breath.

"Is this true, Miss Granger?" inquired Snape.

"Well, yes sir, to be honest with you. I just said he was being a bit pratty and miss overprotective here went and got all…"

"I dud nut do andyting off de sort!" interrupted Parvarti, who was holding a handkerchief to her nose. "She is a liar, and is dust dealous of be!" she insisted.

"Excuse me, jealous?!" exclaimed Hermione. She had never even considered at any point her and Ron to be just friends. "Why would I, of all people, be jealous…"

"Because you couldn't keep Vicky around even if you had chained him to you." replied Ron, quietly. His eyes flared with anger as he continued, his voice growing louder with every word. "You and he lasted for a bit, but he's been your only man so far. Only one boy, and how old are you? Gee, it must get to feel pretty lonely, and you probably feel pretty pathetic after awhile, you know, being one of the most unloved girls this castle has ever seen."

Hermione stood silent for a moment, shaking with rage. All of her friends (she had quite a few, too) knew not to bring up the subject of Mr. Krum around her. He and Hermione's break-up had been extremely hard, and ended with lots of tears, hugs, and chocolate, and everyone knew to stay quiet about it. This was the last straw.

"I hate you, Ron Weasley. I hope you are attacked brutally by a hippogriff, and then eaten by flobberworms." And with that, Hermione broke free of Harry's grasp, (he had been able to restrain her during the fight) marched up to Ron, reached back into the depths of pain, and slapped him for all she was worth. ::students walking by begin chanting "Jerry!" "Jerry!":: Then without another word, she turned on her heel, and marched out of the hallway, leaving behind a very baffled crowd.

A/N: Wow, I 3 having this much power over so many people. ::evil laughter:: Please R&R!! Suggestions are welcome!