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A/N: I'm so glad everyone loves it! I guess I might have to respond to reviews because I have so much to say! Responses are at the bottom…I almost didn't get all of the reviews since FF was down…cries but luckily I went to the site and checked 'em out so now I have comments! Anyway, here's the next chapter! Hope you all like it! I tried making it long but I'm sorry if it still is pretty short!

Last time on Why Romeo REALLY Killed Himself…

"Yea, well I think it's a part." Ron said confusedly. Harry and Hermione stared at him expectantly.

"What's a Racetrack?" Ron asked. Hermione laughed at her friend's expense.

"Racetrack is his nick-name." Hermione began to explain.

"Why do they call him that?" Ron asked confusedly.

"Because he likes to bet a lot." Ron still stared at Hermione blankly.

"Alright, a race track is where muggles go to bet money on horses for an ultimate prize. So they call your character Racetrack because he's constantly betting. Understand?" Hermione asked. Ron nodded.

"Sounds alright." Ron nodded.

"So who'd you get?"

Now on Why Romeo REALLY Killed Himself…and why the author is about to kill herself if this title gets any longer!…j/p! Onto the fic!

"Hurry, we're going to be late." Hermione said in a rush. It was the night of the first rehearsal and she did not want to be late. Harry and Ron rushed after her out of the portrait hole as they ran down the corridor towards the Great Hall to try and catch up. The three entered the said room with plenty of time to spare. Quite a few people were already there, excited for the upcoming show and many more were flooding in.

The last to arrive were the Heads.

"Alright everyone!" Johnson called to gather everyone's attention. Just as she said this the room went quiet.

"Flint will pass out the scripts, make sure you each get one and we'll read through it right now." With that Johnson took a script and handed the rest to Flint who narrowed his eyes at his fellow Head before handing them out.

Once everyone had one they began to read.

"Ron, you start the play off." Johnson pointed out as Ron nodded and cleared his throat before speaking.

"In 1899 the streets of New York City echoed with the voices of Newsies. Peddling the newspapers of Joseph Pulitzer, William Randolph Hearst and other giants of the newspaper world. On every corner you saw them carrying the banner, bringing you the news for a penny a pape. Poor orphans and runaways, the Newsies were a ragged army with no leader. Until one day…all that changed…"

"Now, I'd like to skip the song, Flint here will be working with you on that as I can't carry a note if my life depended on it." Johnson explained.

"Next I believe is Jack meeting David. Let's give it a shot. Draco, Harry if you please." Both boys looked up at her before looking to one another.

When rehearsal finished everyone left exhausted.

"Who knew a play would take so much out of everyone." Harry observed. Hermione and Ron nodded tiredly.

"The play doesn't seem half bad now that we've run through it." Ron pointed out as the trio walked to the Gryffindor common room. Hermione nodded.

"We have a great cast so I think it might actually be a lot of fun." Hermione nodded knowingly.

"Well goodnight, the real work starts at tomorrow's rehearsal." Harry said before he and Ron ascended the staircase to the boy's dormitory.

A week passed by and rehearsals were held every night for three hours. The cast, needless to say, was exhausted. It took all of Hermione's energy to pick up her pencil and take notes. Ron however gave up on this and proceeded to pass out on the desk in Transfiguration. Harry did a little better. He tried talking to Hermione, which only further put her to sleep, as the only thing Harry could remotely focus on was Quidditch.

Draco jerked awake at the sound of Pansy's high-pitched voice.

"…Are you listening to me Draco?" Pansy finally asked.

"No Parkinson, I haven't been listening to you for the past six years." Draco said with little effort to be kind. Pansy frowned and looked about ready to cry but Draco had already fallen back asleep.

Moments later Draco was jerked awake when Professor McGonagall dropped a book onto the desk.

"This is ludicrous. School should come before a play. Class ends in five minutes so excuse me while I have a word with the Headmaster." With that she left the room. Luckily for McGonagall she would not have to worry about any mishaps when she left the room for the entire class had fallen back asleep once she began her speech. Even Hermione's head rested on the desk and whose hand seemed to refuse not to take notes.

That night at rehearsal Flint and Johnson walked through the door with a yawn.

"We're taking tonight off. Sorry to bring you all here. Night." Flint said before falling into a chair. Johnson however held up a hand to stop them.

"Because we are taking tonight off, I'd like to meet with all of you quickly in groups. I've decided, even though you are all doing so well, there are a few scenes that still need work. I think if you all had a partner that you could meet with, then you'd learn the part much quicker. Besides, with Quidditch coming up it'll be harder to plan into everyone's schedule. So may I speak with Ron, Seamus, and Neville?"

"Lastly, Draco and Hermione? Sorry you had to wait." Johnson said sincerely.

"It was alright." Hermione mumbled. Draco snorted.

"I saved you last for a reason." Johnson began, ignoring Draco.

"You both have learned your parts beautifully and I know you don't have a big part Hermione but I'm a little apprehensive with the last scene." Johnson said looking pointedly at the two. Hermione gulped but Draco didn't seem very phased.

"What scene?" He finally asked.

"The kissing one." Flint filled in with a smirk. Draco nodded and after a moment his head snapped up and he was fully awake.

"What kissing scene? That was never in the script." Draco argued. Hermione decided not to argue. It's not like she wanted to kiss Malfoy. Suddenly Draco was hit in the head with a script.

"What the hell was that for?" Draco began to complain.

"It's right here." Johnson said turning to the page and beginning to read.

"Sarah enters the group. She and Jack share a passionate kiss until Less hugs them both." Draco's jaw was dropped open.

"So," Johnson began after a moment of silence.

"We thought it would be better if you two got together before getting up in front of the entire cast." Johnson began.

"Uh, you my dear Head Girl, came up with that plan. I would have much rather seen this." Flint remarked with his usual smirk.

Draco glared at him and Hermione sighed.

"Alright. Thanks." With that Hermione began to leave.

"Granger! When are we supposed to meet? You know I don't have your damn schedule I can't just read your mind and find out where to find you…" Draco walked out of the Great Hall so Flint and Johnson could no longer hear his ranting.

"I think you're learning too much from me Johnson." Flint said as soon as they both were gone. Johnson grinned.

"Please, they were perfect for the parts." Johnson said with a wave of her hand.

"Sure." Flint said knowingly as they left the room.

"I can't just hunt you down? Do you want me to bump into you one day and just say 'hey let's makeout a bit for the damn play?' I'm sure that would go over well with Potter…" Hermione turned to him suddenly.

"Will you shut up?" Hermione said bluntly.

"So she does talk?" Draco said in mock shock. Hermione rolled her eyes.

"When are you not busy?" Hermione asked. Draco frowned.

"You're not being nearly as difficult as I thought you'd be." Draco sighed.

"I'm tired and at my wits end so let's plan a time so I can go to sleep." Hermione explained. Draco nodded.

"How's tomorrow after classes?"

Classes ended far too quickly for Hermione.

"I still can't believe you're going to make out with Malfoy." Ron said with a shocking frown.

"For the last time, I am NOT making out with MALFOY! It'll be a quick kiss FOR THE PLAY and then we'll go our separate ways. I'd give it five minutes tops." Hermione nodded.

"I still can't believe you're going to kiss Malfoy." Ron said in a daze.

Before Hermione could snap at him Harry interrupted.

"So, where are you meeting him?" Harry asked. Hermione sighed.

"In the Great Hall." Hermione mumbled.

"It isn't your first kiss is it?" Harry asked quietly. Hermione's eyes became wide before a blush spread across her face.

"What does that have to do with anything!" Hermione shrieked. Harry and Ron winced.

"Nothing. I was just asking. I mean, I heard that you always remember your first kiss and I thought since it being with Malfoy that would be sort of odd…" Harry trailed off as Hermione became pale.

When Hermione regained her color somewhat she spoke with a shaky breath.

"That's rubbish. I-I…oh heavens." Hermione sighed.

"Maybe I should just quit the play, I have a small part no one will miss me. Easy to fill in." Hermione rambled on.

"Hermione stop it." Ron said taking her shoulders to hold her steady.

"You're the smartest witch of our time. It is only rubbish. It's Malfoy, it's not like it will mean anything. Like you said, a quick peck and you'll go your separate ways." Ron comforted. Hermione was amazed. Had Ron just given her comforting advice?

"And will you stop staring at me like that, you look like a fish out of water." Ron said letting her go. Hermione smiled.

"Thanks Ron." Hermione quickly planted her mouth on his before backing up with a blush. Ron stared at her shocked.

"Just in case Harry's right…er, I rather it be a close friend then my worst enemy." Hermione said with a nod.

"Right." Ron nodded as well before Hermione trudged off to the Great Hall.

"That was just weird." Harry commented.

"Tell me about it."

Hermione took a deep breath before pushing open the doors to the Great Hall. Before she entered however someone tapped her on the shoulder and she jumped. When she spun around with wide eyes she suddenly glared at Malfoy.

"Don't do that!" Hermione complained with a hand to her heart. Draco smirked.

"Little jumpy Granger?" He asked before walking by her into the Great Hall. Hermione growled but followed him in. Honestly, he could be so difficult sometimes.

"Why'd you pick the Great Hall?" Hermione asked looking around at the empty room.

"Because this is where we have rehearsals and dinner isn't for another few hours so we don't have to worry about someone walking in and getting the wrong idea." Draco drawled. Hermione hmphed but nodded.

"Did you bring a script?" Hermione asked suddenly. Draco raised an eyebrow.

"You need a script to kiss Granger?" Draco asked amused. Hermione rolled her eyes.

"There might be something we have to do BEFORE the kiss genius." Hermione argued as she took hers out of her bag.

"Men, never reading directions…" She mumbled.

"Alright, it just says I enter, kiss you and then we're done. End of scene." Hermione said with a nod before setting the script down and looking at Draco. He stared back at her from a few feet away until she finally spoke.

"Are you going to kiss me?" Hermione asked getting slightly irritated and nervous.

"You're the one who read the directions Granger, or did you forget? YOU walk in and kiss me." Draco smirked. Hermione scowled but marched over to him.

"Happy? I've entered. Now will you just kiss me and get it over with?" Hermione snapped.

"Aww Granger I think you should go out and try that again. You're supposed to be happy to see me." Draco said amused. Hermione's eyes narrowed before she sighed and grabbed Draco by his robes and bent him down so he was facing her before planting her lips on his quickly before letting him go. However, what Hermione didn't expect was Draco to kiss her back. As they kissed Hermione almost forgot who she was with and why. Slowly her hands made their way to his shoulders and her eyes shut. His arms were already around her waist before he ended the kiss.

Hermione cursed herself before she opened her eyes. The sight before her was not what she expected. Draco Malfoy staring at her open mouthed. His eyes were looking from one to the other of hers in desperation. The moment seemed to last forever until Draco averted his gaze to the floor before taking his bag and leaving the Great Hall. Leaving Hermione standing all alone.

Well? Is it still good? Hopefully you'll all reply with a "YES IT'S BRILLIANT!" however, if that isn't the case…oh well! Lol. Sorry if it's moving kind of fast but when I tried slowing it down I went off into my own little story and then realized that I was getting further and further from the play idea…so this is basically my second try. Hope you like it! Thanks to all reviewers!

Chapter replies…because I can't help it!

Nota Lone- Hahha I take it you like Newsies? I LOVE IT! Lol. Thank you! Ttyl!

XoKaSsIeox- Hello! I'm glad you're reading this fic too! Don't worry I will lol. Thanks! Ttyl!

Lily Evans0- Thank you! I will try my best! Lol. Ttyl!

SwTnDrEaMyPnAy03- Hey! I'm so sorry this response can't be as long as usual but here's one anyway right? It was so great talking with you! I know how busy life can be TRUST me so don't panic I know you're my number one fan lol. Take your time. I won't be angry. Lol. Thanks! I hope to talk to you later and I'd talk more but I'm supposed to be doing a project…SHHH! Lol. Ttyl! CH2 response…aww you're the greatest ever you know that? I don't tell you enough! Lol. I'm so sorry I can't write longer…I'm such a slacker! Lol. Ttyl though!

FredandGeorgeWeasleyareMYKings- grins I'm so glad you liked last chapter! And finally someone liked Ron! I love Ron I really think he'd be funny for this show…so I gave him the funniest part (in my opinion) Thanks for reading! Ttyl!

Ehlonna- I love your name…anyway, lol. I love Newsies too! I'm glad at least someone has heard of it lol. Frankly I think of it as a classic…lol. Thanks! Ttyl!

Alenor- Thanks! Ttyl!

Fionger- Hahhaa, Yay! Whatcha think of Draco being the lead instead of Harry? I like it myself but I'd love to hear your opinion…Thank you so much and I'm glad you like it! I'll try to make the chapters longer but I can't make any promises. Thanks again! Ttyl! Ch2 response lol: OH NO! Don't take Malfoy! ANYTHING BUT THAT! Begs lol. Yea Newsies is a movie…an excellent movie in my opinion lol. I highly recommend it but you don't have to see it to read this fic…I'm going to try my best at putting in lots of details so you get the basic gist of it. Thanks again! Ttyl!

Blackrosebunny- Hahha phew! Glad you're not really mad…lol. Hermione's Sarah of course…wink wink Hope you like the update! Thanks! Ttyl! Ch2 response- bows thank you thank you! Lol. You've been a wonderful audience.

Phoenixtamer150- I decided not to do Romeo and Juliet, one because the play puts me to sleep and I don't know it by heart…and I've seen it done in fics TOO many times and I'm trying to be as original as possible with what I have to work with. Although it is a LOVELY romance I think it's a bit too predictable. I hope I didn't sound too opinionated. Lol. Thanks! Ttyl!

HarrysGrrl- Thank you! Sorry about that. I was trying to think of something else but the title just stuck with me so I thought, if it sticks with me then maybe it will with others and they'll read it…anyway, enough of my blabbering, thank you so much! I love hearing from you! Ttyl! Ch2 response: yep it's a Disney movie…one of my faves! I don't think many have heard of it but it's a live action with Christian Bale. I highly recommend it so if you wanna see it be my guest! Lol. Thanks again for your comments! Ttyl!

OnEbLoOdYrOsEpEtAl373- Hahaha I like it! L! Suits me I think…thank you! Glad you like it! Ttyl! Also, thanks for your reply on ch 2. I'm really happy you like it!

Future movie maker- Thank you! Don't worry there will be plenty more! Lol. Ttyl!

So much for no replies…you guys are just too nice! Thanks again! I'm glad that many took an interest in this and I apologize if the title is too deceiving! Ttyl! Ch2 response- hahaha! Glad you like it and thanks for checking out My Girls! I hope to talk to you later!

PaRTy-GiRL089- Thanks for your review on ch 2! I hope you keep reading! Thanks a bunch and I'm glad you like it! Ttyl!

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