A/N: Thanks so much to all those people who review my story! It really
means a lot! The POVS are going to be fairly jumpy in this chapter. It
won't make much of a difference, but I just thought I'd say.
Oooo: Thanks! Lavendar's a git now. I'm glad you like it.
Shadey: Thank you for your review. I'm glad you want to know what happens, but you'll just have to read on to find out!
Kole17: Thank you so much for your review! Hermione might show Lavendar up! Or she might not! You'll just have to wait and see. I know, I'm mean! I'm glad you like it show much!
Bride of Malfoy: Thanks! Here's the chapter you wanted!
Pyroprincess4rmeverwood: Lavendar is mean! Thanks for your review. I really appreciate it!
Hogwarts-Mania: THANKS=) I really like your ideas. I've tried to use the idea for the shoes, but I couldn't really understand what you were trying to say. It's kind of hard when you've never actually seen the shoes. I didn't use the dress, since I'd typed that out before I read your review. Thanks for your review!
winterspirit: I'm glad you liked the chapter. I'm terribly sorry for sounding 'unprofessional', using the word strapless too many times. I'll try not to be so repetitive in future chapters.
Queen of Greenland: Thanks for reviewing. I was planning to include what you suggested, so I'm glad at least one person would like that. Thanks for your idea!
SubliminalMsgs: Thanks! I'm glad you like the way I did that chapter. Thanks for your review!
dreamingwater(): Thanks so much! I'm glad you're in love with my story and liked the Lavendar Brown thing. I was half way through the chapter before I got this, and was going to leave the rest for another day, but you motivated me, so I'm finishing it today! Thanks so much for your review!
Chapter 7: Let the Games Begin
---Hermione's POV---
Hermione was extremely excited. Today everyone would be going to Hogsmeade to prepare for the ball. Hermione slipped into a pleated skirt that ended just above her knees. She then pulled tropical blue singlet top over her head, and smiled at her reflection. She made her hair look like she'd just go back from the beach, and put makeup in the spots she felt needed it.
Hermione skipped down the stairs plonked herself down on the couch. Draco came down several minutes later. He, like the majority of the boys at Hogwarts wore robes at all times.
'Good Morning Draco!' Hermione squealed. She was obviously thrilled to be going to Hogsmeade.
Draco raised an eyebrow. 'Hello Hermione.'
'Oh, come ON Draco! You have to be at least a little excited! We're the Head boy and girl! We get to buy all the decorations and stuff!'
Draco laughed at her. 'Very excited,' he said sarcastically.
Hermione threw a pillow at him. 'We're going to meet at 'Lennane's Decorations' at 10:00. Don't be late.
Hermione rose from her seat and checked her watch. 9:30 already? She was going to have a lot of fun today.
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Draco was waiting for Hermione as she sped up to him, carrying a list of items to she needed to buy.
'Let's get started!' Hermione chimed.
With that her and Draco went to various shops, buying everything they needed. As they walked past a small stall, Hermione examined some jewellery. She seemed to be in love with a bracelet. The pendant was a little flower, and the chain looked fairly fragile. Hermione unclipped her bag and went searching for some money. She sighed as she realized she didn't have enough money
Draco was about to buy the bracelet for her, although he remembered what Hermione had said only days before. She was still a immature mudblood. For now.
Draco and Hermione went searching for more ball items. Once they had found everything. Hermione and Draco slipped into Madame Bugbird's Muggle Clothing to choose something to wear. Ginny was waiting for Hermione, fiddling with her hair.
Ginny rushed up to Hermione and squeaked 'Well, here we are! Are you ready to do some major shopping?'
Hermione smiled, and they both started on the search for something to wear. Madame Bugbird had a lot to choose from. She had dresses to fit everyone. Fat, skinny, medium, she had it all. Hermione and Ginny raced through the rows, grabbing anything they though might suit them. After much discussion, they hit the change rooms!
Hermione tried dresses in every colour. As soon as they were changed, they'd both swing open the door and examine each other's outfit.
Draco was walking past as Hermione stepped out of the change room, wearing a long red dress that Draco found exceptionally sexy. Hermione smiled evilly.
'I don't think it's exactly you,' Ginny laughed.
'Neither do I. But, oh my god, you look great, Gin!' Ginny was wearing midnight coloured dress with spaghetti straps.
Hermione stepped back into the change room to try on some other things. She finally decided on a long white dress. It didn't have straps, although it came with long gloves that reached to a few centimeters above her elbow.
She purchased the outfit (which cost her 5 Galleons) and moved on to buy some shoes. Although nothing could replace the ones Lavendar had copied, Hermione was still determined to get something extremely beautiful.
Her and Ginny each tried on masses of shoes. After much hassle, Ginny decided on a pair of black high heels. The interesting shoes had jewels on the strap that went across her toes. They made her look a lot taller, and complimented the dress greatly.
Hermione decided to stay with her white theme, and chose a white pair of high heels. She looked much more elegant and the height gave her a boost of self-esteem. Hermione had always wanted to be taller then everyone else. It was just a weird thing she had. Although pretty to look at, the price for the shoes was not. Hermione just scrambled together the 2 galleons, and slipped them into the shopkeeper's hand. She had made a promise she wouldn't spend too much, but it was a very special time, and she felt the shoes were a good cause.
---Draco's POV---
Draco had had a pretty good day. He had always liked Hogsmeade, as it gave him pleasure to see all the little witches and wizards bustling around, too busy to waste their day.
Draco had followed Pansy most if the day, watching what she purchased. He was horrified to see her buy an extremely low cut dress. The straps were very thick, and the horrible floral design around the neck made him screw up his face in disgust. The awful dress ended way above her knees, giving him a sickening view of her hairy legs. Worst of all was the sight of her cleavage, which was extraordinarily big. Draco shook his head as Pansy's friends told her how lovely she looked. They were always in competition for Draco, but he wasn't interested one little bit. His eyes were swaying over to a certain Gryffindor.
Hermione on the other hand looked absolutely divine. She was wearing a long, red dress that looked incredibly sexy. He found himself hoping that she would wear this on the night, so he would at least have someone decent to look at. Draco forced his eyes away from her and walked on, wishing that Pansy realized how awful she really look, and wore a very enclosed outfit, exposing nothing any girl in their right mind would be embarrassed about.
Draco had bought his clothes from Madame Bugbird's as soon as he had arrived. He had chosen a pair of long black pants, a white top (with a tie) and also a black jacket. He was going to let his hair fall in his eyes for this occasion. He decided it would look more natural and muggle like.
This ball was going to be interesting. Hoping desperately for a miracle, Draco went back to Hogwarts.
---Hermione's POV---
That night Hermione strolled into her room. She was so happy with her choice for the ball. Hermione decided to go straight to bed, although sitting on the long prefects table was a little barn owl.
Dear Hermione
I have realized that your school ball is coming up. Since you don't have much Wizard's Money I decided to buy you a few things for the ball. I know the theme is muggle, so I won't have any problems like last year. Your mother wore these beautiful earrings at her School Prom. It was the night she realized her feelings for your father. They had been enemies for quite some time. I hope the same can happen to you. Just remember, relationships take time.
Love: Grandma
Hermione smiled as she pulled out the gorgeous earrings. They were hanging triangles, which were made out of glass.
Hermione sat down, and reread the letter several times. She couldn't believe her grandmother had given her such lovely earrings. Hermione forced a smile. The last person who ever wore these was her mother.
A tear slipped down her cheek as she remembered the day her mum had showed her photos from her prom. She had showed her all the delicate jewellery she had worn on the night. The earrings stood out in Hermione's memory. Those earrings she was holding in her very hands were her mother's pride and joy for many years.
---Draco's POV---
Draco walked in, to find Hermione in tears. Her head snapped up as he walked in. He realized that she was crying, and desperately wanted to comfort her, but instead he gave her an odd look and sat down on the opposite side of the room.
Hermione was completely astounded. He knew very well she was upset, and had chosen to completely ignore her.
A few minutes later, Hermione jumped up and walked straight past him. She nearly always said goodnight, no matter how nasty he had been to her that day. Draco rolled his eyes. Girls.
The next morning was a school morning. He woke and got changed, ready for a fairly busy day. He had a really boring day, until his last period, Divination.
There was a new Divination teacher who wasn't as strange and off target as Professor Trelawney. Her name was Professor Monks, and she was usually extremely nice. Hermione had decided to take up Divination, seeing as it had good recommendations for new jobs.
'Good Morning class. Today you will be teamed up with someone and you will predict each other's fortune. You may choose your partner. There are no direct instructions, all you need to do is look in the ball,' Professor Monks instructed.
Draco paired himself with Blaise Zambini, who was fairly talented at Divination. Draco stared into the Crystal Ball. Mysterious things came before his eyes. All of a sudden Draco blurted out 'The future awaiting you is rocky, although there is a rainbow at the end.' Blaise nodded. Draco would have burst out laughing if it were he. Blaise seemed to take divination seriously.
Blaise stared into the Crystal Ball and then turned to face Draco. 'Opposites attract. Relationships take time.' Draco gave Blaise an odd look. What on earth could this mean? Draco shrugged. It was only divination, nothing to take seriously.
---Hermione's POV---
Harry stared into the crystal ball, just as Hermione had done. 'Opposites attract. Relationships take time.' Harry looked at Hermione, and then they both started laughing. This was the most stupid fortune!
As Hermione and Harry parted ways, Hermione began to think, and to her astonishment, she found that what Harry had told her was the same thing her Grandma had said. What was her world coming to?
---Draco's POV---
Draco spent the rest of the afternoon in his common room. He really couldn't be bothered with the other students. Rumors had been floating around everywhere since Lavendar's little tale got out. The school was completely mad. Draco had heard six different versions since the whole thing happened. The crazy rumors were driving Draco crazy. As he walked past any group, someone would whisper 'See, that's Draco Malfoy!' Some girls would even giggle while saying 'I must say, Hermione Granger is a lucky girl.'
As Draco reached for a pen Hermione crashed through the portrait hole, making Draco jump in the air.
Hermione burst out laughing. 'Is your head all right? It must have hurt when you hit the roof!'
'Oh, be quiet Granger. Most people know how to climb through the portrait hole without making a huge crash.'
Hermione rose and eyebrow, and started giggling again. Draco decided to ignore her, as she obviously wasn't going to stop. Finally Hermione calmed down, and pulled out a book.
'Do you reckon they're going to stop the rumors any time soon? I'm sick of all the whispering,' Draco sighed.
'Oh, it will be over pretty soon. Lavendar is awfully popular though.' Hermione replied.
Draco nodded.
'Everyone knows she's had a crush on you for ages. She always plays dirty.'
Draco raised an eyebrow. He really wished everyone would stop pairing him with Lavendar.
'I'm going to bed, have a nice sleep. I hope you don't get a HEADACHE from HITTING THE ROOF in your little fight there, Draco.'
Draco shook his head at her.
'Goodnight!'
Draco just nodded as Hermione broke into a fit of giggles as she climbed the staircase on her way to bed.
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A/N: I hope you enjoyed Chapter 7. I'm having lots of fun writing it. Thank you so much for all of your reviews. They really help me with my writing.
Before you mention it in a review, I realize Hermione probably wouldn't restart Divination. I just really wanted to put that part in.
Sorry if there are any mistakes in this chapter. It was a bit of a rush, so I didn't proof read it. If I proofread it, you wouldn't get it for another day.
R&R. It makes me happy, and you get chapters faster! So REVIEW!
Oooo: Thanks! Lavendar's a git now. I'm glad you like it.
Shadey: Thank you for your review. I'm glad you want to know what happens, but you'll just have to read on to find out!
Kole17: Thank you so much for your review! Hermione might show Lavendar up! Or she might not! You'll just have to wait and see. I know, I'm mean! I'm glad you like it show much!
Bride of Malfoy: Thanks! Here's the chapter you wanted!
Pyroprincess4rmeverwood: Lavendar is mean! Thanks for your review. I really appreciate it!
Hogwarts-Mania: THANKS=) I really like your ideas. I've tried to use the idea for the shoes, but I couldn't really understand what you were trying to say. It's kind of hard when you've never actually seen the shoes. I didn't use the dress, since I'd typed that out before I read your review. Thanks for your review!
winterspirit: I'm glad you liked the chapter. I'm terribly sorry for sounding 'unprofessional', using the word strapless too many times. I'll try not to be so repetitive in future chapters.
Queen of Greenland: Thanks for reviewing. I was planning to include what you suggested, so I'm glad at least one person would like that. Thanks for your idea!
SubliminalMsgs: Thanks! I'm glad you like the way I did that chapter. Thanks for your review!
dreamingwater(): Thanks so much! I'm glad you're in love with my story and liked the Lavendar Brown thing. I was half way through the chapter before I got this, and was going to leave the rest for another day, but you motivated me, so I'm finishing it today! Thanks so much for your review!
Chapter 7: Let the Games Begin
---Hermione's POV---
Hermione was extremely excited. Today everyone would be going to Hogsmeade to prepare for the ball. Hermione slipped into a pleated skirt that ended just above her knees. She then pulled tropical blue singlet top over her head, and smiled at her reflection. She made her hair look like she'd just go back from the beach, and put makeup in the spots she felt needed it.
Hermione skipped down the stairs plonked herself down on the couch. Draco came down several minutes later. He, like the majority of the boys at Hogwarts wore robes at all times.
'Good Morning Draco!' Hermione squealed. She was obviously thrilled to be going to Hogsmeade.
Draco raised an eyebrow. 'Hello Hermione.'
'Oh, come ON Draco! You have to be at least a little excited! We're the Head boy and girl! We get to buy all the decorations and stuff!'
Draco laughed at her. 'Very excited,' he said sarcastically.
Hermione threw a pillow at him. 'We're going to meet at 'Lennane's Decorations' at 10:00. Don't be late.
Hermione rose from her seat and checked her watch. 9:30 already? She was going to have a lot of fun today.
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Draco was waiting for Hermione as she sped up to him, carrying a list of items to she needed to buy.
'Let's get started!' Hermione chimed.
With that her and Draco went to various shops, buying everything they needed. As they walked past a small stall, Hermione examined some jewellery. She seemed to be in love with a bracelet. The pendant was a little flower, and the chain looked fairly fragile. Hermione unclipped her bag and went searching for some money. She sighed as she realized she didn't have enough money
Draco was about to buy the bracelet for her, although he remembered what Hermione had said only days before. She was still a immature mudblood. For now.
Draco and Hermione went searching for more ball items. Once they had found everything. Hermione and Draco slipped into Madame Bugbird's Muggle Clothing to choose something to wear. Ginny was waiting for Hermione, fiddling with her hair.
Ginny rushed up to Hermione and squeaked 'Well, here we are! Are you ready to do some major shopping?'
Hermione smiled, and they both started on the search for something to wear. Madame Bugbird had a lot to choose from. She had dresses to fit everyone. Fat, skinny, medium, she had it all. Hermione and Ginny raced through the rows, grabbing anything they though might suit them. After much discussion, they hit the change rooms!
Hermione tried dresses in every colour. As soon as they were changed, they'd both swing open the door and examine each other's outfit.
Draco was walking past as Hermione stepped out of the change room, wearing a long red dress that Draco found exceptionally sexy. Hermione smiled evilly.
'I don't think it's exactly you,' Ginny laughed.
'Neither do I. But, oh my god, you look great, Gin!' Ginny was wearing midnight coloured dress with spaghetti straps.
Hermione stepped back into the change room to try on some other things. She finally decided on a long white dress. It didn't have straps, although it came with long gloves that reached to a few centimeters above her elbow.
She purchased the outfit (which cost her 5 Galleons) and moved on to buy some shoes. Although nothing could replace the ones Lavendar had copied, Hermione was still determined to get something extremely beautiful.
Her and Ginny each tried on masses of shoes. After much hassle, Ginny decided on a pair of black high heels. The interesting shoes had jewels on the strap that went across her toes. They made her look a lot taller, and complimented the dress greatly.
Hermione decided to stay with her white theme, and chose a white pair of high heels. She looked much more elegant and the height gave her a boost of self-esteem. Hermione had always wanted to be taller then everyone else. It was just a weird thing she had. Although pretty to look at, the price for the shoes was not. Hermione just scrambled together the 2 galleons, and slipped them into the shopkeeper's hand. She had made a promise she wouldn't spend too much, but it was a very special time, and she felt the shoes were a good cause.
---Draco's POV---
Draco had had a pretty good day. He had always liked Hogsmeade, as it gave him pleasure to see all the little witches and wizards bustling around, too busy to waste their day.
Draco had followed Pansy most if the day, watching what she purchased. He was horrified to see her buy an extremely low cut dress. The straps were very thick, and the horrible floral design around the neck made him screw up his face in disgust. The awful dress ended way above her knees, giving him a sickening view of her hairy legs. Worst of all was the sight of her cleavage, which was extraordinarily big. Draco shook his head as Pansy's friends told her how lovely she looked. They were always in competition for Draco, but he wasn't interested one little bit. His eyes were swaying over to a certain Gryffindor.
Hermione on the other hand looked absolutely divine. She was wearing a long, red dress that looked incredibly sexy. He found himself hoping that she would wear this on the night, so he would at least have someone decent to look at. Draco forced his eyes away from her and walked on, wishing that Pansy realized how awful she really look, and wore a very enclosed outfit, exposing nothing any girl in their right mind would be embarrassed about.
Draco had bought his clothes from Madame Bugbird's as soon as he had arrived. He had chosen a pair of long black pants, a white top (with a tie) and also a black jacket. He was going to let his hair fall in his eyes for this occasion. He decided it would look more natural and muggle like.
This ball was going to be interesting. Hoping desperately for a miracle, Draco went back to Hogwarts.
---Hermione's POV---
That night Hermione strolled into her room. She was so happy with her choice for the ball. Hermione decided to go straight to bed, although sitting on the long prefects table was a little barn owl.
Dear Hermione
I have realized that your school ball is coming up. Since you don't have much Wizard's Money I decided to buy you a few things for the ball. I know the theme is muggle, so I won't have any problems like last year. Your mother wore these beautiful earrings at her School Prom. It was the night she realized her feelings for your father. They had been enemies for quite some time. I hope the same can happen to you. Just remember, relationships take time.
Love: Grandma
Hermione smiled as she pulled out the gorgeous earrings. They were hanging triangles, which were made out of glass.
Hermione sat down, and reread the letter several times. She couldn't believe her grandmother had given her such lovely earrings. Hermione forced a smile. The last person who ever wore these was her mother.
A tear slipped down her cheek as she remembered the day her mum had showed her photos from her prom. She had showed her all the delicate jewellery she had worn on the night. The earrings stood out in Hermione's memory. Those earrings she was holding in her very hands were her mother's pride and joy for many years.
---Draco's POV---
Draco walked in, to find Hermione in tears. Her head snapped up as he walked in. He realized that she was crying, and desperately wanted to comfort her, but instead he gave her an odd look and sat down on the opposite side of the room.
Hermione was completely astounded. He knew very well she was upset, and had chosen to completely ignore her.
A few minutes later, Hermione jumped up and walked straight past him. She nearly always said goodnight, no matter how nasty he had been to her that day. Draco rolled his eyes. Girls.
The next morning was a school morning. He woke and got changed, ready for a fairly busy day. He had a really boring day, until his last period, Divination.
There was a new Divination teacher who wasn't as strange and off target as Professor Trelawney. Her name was Professor Monks, and she was usually extremely nice. Hermione had decided to take up Divination, seeing as it had good recommendations for new jobs.
'Good Morning class. Today you will be teamed up with someone and you will predict each other's fortune. You may choose your partner. There are no direct instructions, all you need to do is look in the ball,' Professor Monks instructed.
Draco paired himself with Blaise Zambini, who was fairly talented at Divination. Draco stared into the Crystal Ball. Mysterious things came before his eyes. All of a sudden Draco blurted out 'The future awaiting you is rocky, although there is a rainbow at the end.' Blaise nodded. Draco would have burst out laughing if it were he. Blaise seemed to take divination seriously.
Blaise stared into the Crystal Ball and then turned to face Draco. 'Opposites attract. Relationships take time.' Draco gave Blaise an odd look. What on earth could this mean? Draco shrugged. It was only divination, nothing to take seriously.
---Hermione's POV---
Harry stared into the crystal ball, just as Hermione had done. 'Opposites attract. Relationships take time.' Harry looked at Hermione, and then they both started laughing. This was the most stupid fortune!
As Hermione and Harry parted ways, Hermione began to think, and to her astonishment, she found that what Harry had told her was the same thing her Grandma had said. What was her world coming to?
---Draco's POV---
Draco spent the rest of the afternoon in his common room. He really couldn't be bothered with the other students. Rumors had been floating around everywhere since Lavendar's little tale got out. The school was completely mad. Draco had heard six different versions since the whole thing happened. The crazy rumors were driving Draco crazy. As he walked past any group, someone would whisper 'See, that's Draco Malfoy!' Some girls would even giggle while saying 'I must say, Hermione Granger is a lucky girl.'
As Draco reached for a pen Hermione crashed through the portrait hole, making Draco jump in the air.
Hermione burst out laughing. 'Is your head all right? It must have hurt when you hit the roof!'
'Oh, be quiet Granger. Most people know how to climb through the portrait hole without making a huge crash.'
Hermione rose and eyebrow, and started giggling again. Draco decided to ignore her, as she obviously wasn't going to stop. Finally Hermione calmed down, and pulled out a book.
'Do you reckon they're going to stop the rumors any time soon? I'm sick of all the whispering,' Draco sighed.
'Oh, it will be over pretty soon. Lavendar is awfully popular though.' Hermione replied.
Draco nodded.
'Everyone knows she's had a crush on you for ages. She always plays dirty.'
Draco raised an eyebrow. He really wished everyone would stop pairing him with Lavendar.
'I'm going to bed, have a nice sleep. I hope you don't get a HEADACHE from HITTING THE ROOF in your little fight there, Draco.'
Draco shook his head at her.
'Goodnight!'
Draco just nodded as Hermione broke into a fit of giggles as she climbed the staircase on her way to bed.
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A/N: I hope you enjoyed Chapter 7. I'm having lots of fun writing it. Thank you so much for all of your reviews. They really help me with my writing.
Before you mention it in a review, I realize Hermione probably wouldn't restart Divination. I just really wanted to put that part in.
Sorry if there are any mistakes in this chapter. It was a bit of a rush, so I didn't proof read it. If I proofread it, you wouldn't get it for another day.
R&R. It makes me happy, and you get chapters faster! So REVIEW!