Over the Moon
Chapter Nine
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Summary: In the beginning Granger and Malfoy share a few innocent kisses. And it seems all they do is run. But that's just half of it. Hermione's past slowly comes back to haunt her and Malfoy's the only one who can save her.
Hermione Granger
"Ms. Granger, here. Drink this up."
I woke up feeling groggy, rubbing my tired eyes.
"Oh, hey Madam Pomfrey. Um, thanks." I took the flask and drank it. It tasted foul, but when I finished it I felt refreshed.
"No need for thanks Ms. Granger. Just get better," the old lady said warily before taking back the flask. She gave me a small smile before returning to another patient that had just arrived.
I heard her ask in a panicky voice of what happened and I chuckled from where I was. I couldn't wait until I was out of here.
Draco Malfoy
Bloody Potty and Weasel ruin everything! And why does Granger all of a sudden leave me hanging like that? I bet she was faking so I wouldn't be able to talk to her. Stupid mudblood! But there was something odd about what happened to her though, I'll have to admit. And who the hell was Mark?!
Hermione Granger
I feel so much better now. I hope Madam Pomfrey will let me out. I must'nt be in that bad of condition, can I? I mean years of cutting, couldn't possibly be that bad. But then again, I did loose a lot of blood from the process . . . What the hell was I thinking of anywho? And what does Madam Pomfrey think happened to me? Does she know I did it to myself?
Draco Malfoy
Nope, I made up my mind. Granger is not gonna waste up anymore of my time. I need to get back to my studies and no more look-out for damsel in distress. It's over.
But I knew I wouldn't be able to give that part up. I've been doing it for way too long.
Hermione Granger
"You're free to go Ms. Granger. And please take care of yourself. And no more hanging near the forest you here?"
What is she talking about? "Of course. That was a tricky thing that attacked me," I said all smiles. I sighed inside, glad she didn't know the whole story.
"Good for you. But you're going to have to stay for a little moment though. I've agreed for your friends Potter and Weasley to accompany you."
"Sure, I wouldn't miss it."
Madam Pomfrey disappeared, and I got to thinking about how much I've changed throughout the years. I couldn't wait for Harry and Ron to come get me. There was so much we needed to catch up on.
"Hey Hermione."
I turned around and grinned.
"Hey you two. It's about time," I said half laughing. I embraced the two, giving them bear hugs.
"Nice to see you too," laughed Ron when we pulled apart.
"Come on, let's go. I don't wanna stay here for a long while," I said in a rush.
We laughed as we exited the Hospital Wing. Boy, was I glad to be with my friends again.
Draco Malfoy
I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw Granger at lunch. She looked genuinely happy too, and I felt a pain of jealously seeing her as a part of the trio once again.
"Hey Draco!"
"Um, hey Pansy," I began sheepishly turning towards the Slytherin.
"Wanna go to Hogs-"
"Uh, sure."
"Really? Why Draco . . ." Pansy fluttered her eyelashes at me and I tried to act like I wasn't sick. And then she kissed me on the mouth. What was I supposed to do? I kissed her back, then pulled out.
"Not now Pansy," I said blushing. I could feel everybody staring. God, this wasn't the time. Why did I say yes to her anyways? You know how many times we've dated then broken up? Plenty of times that I've lost count of by now.
"Um, I have to go somewhere," I said distractedly. "See you later."
"Draco?" she said wide-eyed. God, that reminded me of . . . Nope, I was going to forget about that kid. "Later."
I headed out of the Great hall, my eyes wavering over the student body.
Hermione Granger
I finally got my chance to speak to Malfoy alone. I walked quickly after him with my books in one hand. By this, people would probably expect I was going to the library or something. But well, I didn't really mind at the moment if they did or not.
"Hey Malfoy, can I speak with you?"
I waited by a statue for Malfoy to respond.
"Oh, hey Granger," he said sort of shy. Malfoy, shy? That's a new one.
"Well, yeah. Um . . . well. We never really got a chance to talk. I pretty much dozed off."
"Yeah you did," he admitted. "But-"
"I-"
"You go first."
"Alright. I just want to thank you for everything," I began. I watched as Malfoy turned to look at his feet.
"Well, I was thinking about what you said earlier and . . . well, if you don't mind and I pretty much don't care . . . Ah, you wanna . . ." I could feel my cheeks flush from what I was going to ask.
"What? Forget about all we've done?" Malfoy asked seriously.
"Wha-?" Oh my god! That wasn't what I was thinking of.
"Yeah, I think you're right. Let's just forget about this past week." he saw his eyes perched upon the statue behind me.
"Uh, sure." I kept sliding my body back and forth.
"Well, then. I guess this is good-bye."
"I suppose."
I watched Malfoy leave, striding down the hallway. I pushed my hand up to pull a loose hair piece away from my eyes. I felt something cool and wet. I hadn't realized I'd been crying.
A:N: I swear this isn't the end, but it's almost finished. Yeah, I'll try to post the chapters at quick as I can. Sorry for the delays. And this isn't my best work I'll admit. tell me if I should change it a bit. This chapter kind of went berserk . . . Anyways, please read and review everyone!
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