Changes chapter 3
Upon entering the Great Hall, everyone took in the familiar site in once again, except for the 1st years, which were staring in awe.
" Where are you going Hermione? Aren't you going to sit with us?" asked Ginny. "Sorry, I have to go sit with Dumbledore, but I promise ill sit with you guys after this" said Hermione as she walked on towards the professors.
"Hermione, welcome back, I see you are excited?" asked Dumbledore.
"Oh yes, im more than determined to make this not only my last, but best year yet" said Hermione enthusiastically.
"Excellent, I hope I can help you along the year, and that you make some acquaintances," said Dumbledore, motioning to Draco who was strolling down.
"Hello Mr. Malfoy, I trust your trip was enjoyable?" asked Dumbledore.
"Yes, professor Dumbledore, it was," said Draco as he gave a curt nod.
"Well, then, lets get this going on then, shall we?" said Dumbledore as her rose from his seat.
"Ladies and Gentleman, welcome to Hogwarts School of witchcraft and wizardry," said Dumbledore. He then proceeded to his usual lecture. "Now, will all the 1st years please step up as their names are being called to be put into their house."
McGonagall took out a long script of names and began calling out names. It took nearly an hour and a half until the last person was called. By that time, everybody's stomachs were growling for food.
" And now, please enjoy the food" said Dumbledore as he clapped his hands 3 times. Immediately, plates were set in front of every seat, with chicken, salad, potatoes, and juice.
I wonder how long it will be until this ends thought Hermione boredly as she picked at her food.
Whats the reason for sitting with these boring old professors anyways? Thought Draco as he listlessly watched everyone else gabbing away.
Finally after what seemed like an eternity to the two, Dumbledore dismissed everyone to their houses.
As everyone filed out, Hermione walked towards her friends.
"Hey Granger, are you stupid or what? Its this way" said Draco smugly as he stood there, looking at Hermione.
Oh yeah, what am I thinking? Thought Hermione, but said, " I know that, ferret head, I just wanted to talk to my friends".
"Oh yeah sure thing Granger, if you want to talk, ill talk to you" said Draco with a smirk.
"Oh please Malfoy, what could I possibly tell you?" replied Hermione with resent.
"Come along now you two, you've still got night duty," said McGonagall as she ushered them down the hall.
They stopped at a huge painting of a man and woman, who were richly dressed, looking intently at a red rose, which had not yet budded (meaning it hasn't bloomed yet).
"Unity" said McGonagall, and the 2 looked up. Nodding, they looked back down at the rose, as the painting slides left revealing a humongous room.
No way thought Hermione in awe as she saw the dorm.
It had 2 stairways on each side of the room, with a crackling fire in the middle. Just on each side of the fireplace were 2 big couches, one red, the other green, with gold and blue pillows. Hanging from ceiling to floor on either side of the fireplace were 2 silk banners, one with Gryffindor, and the other Slytherin. A huge round rug lay in between the couches, one half red, and the other green. 2 small ancient tables lay at each side of the couches, a brightly lit oil lamp on each. On the walls by the stairways, were bookshelves stacked with thick and thin books. Above them, was a beautiful chandelier, lined with glimmering crystals, shining like the broad sun.
"When you want to switch the light off, just clap 3 times. Now, you may go up and take a look at your rooms. Hermione, yours is on the left, Draco, right. After you've finished unpacking, come back down for your night duties." With that, McGonagall walked out the room, saying, " You may come back at 5 a.m.".
Talking out loud Hermione said, " I'd rather not" as she walked up the stairs.
Me neither thought Draco, but continued upstairs.
What met their sites as they opened the doors was an equally wonderful site. Lying in the middle of the room was a queen-sized bed, with 4 pillows and silk comforters, Hermione's red and gold, Draco's green and blue. An elaborately decorated wardrobe stood in a corner of the rooms, and an oak desk across from the beds. 2 antique tables stood at each end of the beds, also with oil lamps. The wallpaper was red/green, with gold/blue outlines.
After they finished packing, Hermione and Draco went downstairs. Coincidentally, they came down at the same time. Giving grunts, they both walked out, Hermione making sure to clap 3 times to switch off the light.
"Alright, you go that way, and i'll go this way" said Hermione as she started off.
"Why do i have to listen to you? I want to go the other way" said Draco defiantly.
"Oh fine then, it wouldnt make a difference to me" said Hermione as she walked past Draco, who gave her a snide smirk.
Hmphh, whats the big deal about the way we go? thought Hermione as she was walking. Its not as if his life depended on it or anything. Ugghh, forget about that snob, Im going to have the best year whether he likes it or no- but stopped mid thought as a peircing feminine scream broke out just ahead.
What was that? both Draco and Hermione thought as they headed for the same direction...
To be continued. Please stay tuned. Thank you for any reviews.