Author's Note:
Hey guys, in response to the comments about Draco being nice to Hermione, I'm just writing the story how I like it. I didn't really want to get into all the cursing and arguments between the two, and I think that the story will have less wasted space in it. If you guys really want, I can put in their usual fighting and mocking. Let me know.
Chapter 2: Daydreaming
"Woah 'Mione!" exclaimed Harry, "what the heck was that all about?"
"Yea, what's up with you and Malfoy?" Ron asked, raising his eyebrow.
"Guys. Nothing is going on. Draco was really nice to me today." Answered Hermione, "people DO change you know."
Among the ensuing snorts of disbelief, she could make out, "yea, and Hufflepuffs are actually the evil masterminds of this school!" The rest of the corridor was chuckling now, at this absurd thought.
"Ugh! If you guys are going to be such babies, I'm going to the library to study!" Hermione shouted. She could hear the laughter trailing her as she left the corridor.
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"Am I going MAD? Why was I so nice to Granger today! I'll be the laughing stock of the school tomorrow," thought Malfoy as he paced his dormitory. "I don't know what it is about her, but she's amazing. Who knew such a personality could lie beneath her bookworm façade." Malfoy said dreamily. "But, she's a mudblood, and I'm a pureblood… It will never work…It will never be ALLOWED to work." Malfoy sighed, picked up his books, and headed to his next class.
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Meanwhile, Hermione was in the same predicament as Malfoy. "Why was he so nice to me? Could he really have changed? He really is quite dreamy, and who knew that he was so sweet. Maybe I'll find out tomorrow…it was probably just his idea of a sick joke…"
"Ms. Granger! Are you studying?" came a sharp voice from behind her.
"Huh? What…oh, yes." Hermione snapped out of her daze, "sorry Madame Prince."
But Hermione found it impossible to study with thoughts of Malfoy filling her mind. Ten minutes later, she realized that she was reading her book upside down. With an exasperated sigh, she left the Library and headed to the Great Hall for lunch.
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The incident outside the Potions classroom was not mentioned during lunch. Hermione had calmed down, and was chatting happily with Ginny. Harry and Ron, were as usual, talking about quidditch. The upcoming match between Griffindor and Ravenclaw was heavily anticipated. It was predicted to be the best match of the year, as both teams were tied for the Quidditch Cup. The buzz could be heard throughout the Hall. The final game was set for the day after tomorrow, and the excitement was extremely contagious. Hermione had never felt so excited. Even her worries about exams faded away into the background.
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After a very enjoyable lunch, the students filed out of the Great Hall and headed for their classes. The Griffindors had Herbology with the Hufflepuffs down in Greenhouse six.
"I hope we're not replanting Mandrakes again." Neville shuddered. "They were HORRIBLE!"
A group of passing girls giggled. The whole school had heard about Neville's incident with his earmuffs. Poor Neville blushed scarlet, and hurried on.
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A loud snore echoed throughout the classroom. Crabbe was fast asleep, and he had every right to, as the Slytherins were in History of Magic class. It was by far the most boring, and horrible class in Hogwarts. The teacher, Professor Binns, was a ghost who drawled on an on in his monotone voice. Most students found it very difficult indeed to pay attention during his class. The exception, of course, was Hermione Granger.
Draco had his head on the desk, barely paying attention to the teacher's lecture. "Something about Dwarf uprisings" he sighed. Draco was daydreaming about Hermione again. How her wavy locks cascaded gently down her neck (she had gotten rid of her bushy hair a year ago, thanks to Ginny); her deep chocolate brown eyes; and that laugh, the laugh of an angel. Just thinking about Hermione drove Draco crazy. He didn't know what had come over him, but he'd never felt this way about another person before. Was he in love? It could be…
Again, he sighed, and drifted off to sleep.
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"What a lesson eh Hermione!" Ron exclaimed. "Those Mimbulus mimbletonia were so cool! Haha, and that one, that squirted all of Susan Bones…priceless!" he said excitedly, "Hey Harry, doesn't that remind you of the train ride in our fifth year? Neville brought one of those plants into the compartment, and you got COVERED in goop!" Ron broke into a fit of laughter.
"Honestly RON, it wasn't THAT funny. Susan looked like she was going to burst into tears." Hermione retorted. "Why do you have to be so mean all the time?"
"Come on 'Mione, he was only joking," said Harry, putting an arm around her shoulder. "Besides, it WAS pretty funny."
"NO Harry, it WASN'T!" Hermione shouted, and pulled his arm off her. "Can't you two just be more compassionate."
"Sorry 'Mione," came two voices.
The three walked in silence towards the castle.
Ok, that's the end of this chapter. I'll put in responses to your comments I guess. Thanks for reviewing you guys, and especially to "satisfiedReader!". Your comment really made me feel good about my work. Thanks )
And, I'm just wondering if you guys would like a Quidditch part to this story (as I have the Quidditch Cup finals mentioned in the story). Just let me know.
Tristanlover59
I try to update as soon as I can.
bobkat2007
I'm trying to make my chapters longer. Just be patient.
serena-chan
If you think the story's moving too fast, then I'll try to slow it down a bit. And as for the first-name basis for Draco and Hermione, read the author's note at the top.
Wan
The same goes for "serena-chan". If you guys want me to include the bickering, then tell me. Otherwise, I'm leaving it out.
neety
Thank you very much ) I appreciate the compliments.
sexy she-devil
That's great that you like the story so far. I hope you enjoy it!
spicergirl
Thanks. I love HermioneDraco fics too! (well, duh, I AM writing one).
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Thank you so much. I'm trying to make the chapters longer. I hope I'll get them long enough for you guys,
Frangipani Chic
Thank you for accepting the relationship between Hermione and Draco. I didn't want to get too repetitive with their arguments, and I'm glad that you like the originality )
lukina starhopper
Thank you so much. I'll consider updating every other day, to make the chapters longer.
vritti
Thanks. Don't worry, the chapters'll keep coming.
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Haha, I totally know how you feel. But you'll love HermioneDraco fics, I promise.
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