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A/N hey, sorry it took so long for me to put this chapter up, I had some technical difficulties with the computer. Stupid things! Anyways, this is chapter 2…enjoy.

Chapter two: Unity at its worst

Hermione entered the great hall for the feast. She was a little confused about the train ride. It didn't feel real, especially when her enemy gave her chills. But she guessed that any guy would/could do that to a girl if they new how to do it, right? He was head boy and she had to put up with all his crap for a whole year. Ok, she did put up with it for six years prior but this was different because they had to work closely together on everything. Her stomach did a flip at this thought. Working together? With Malfoy? Oh, why did Dumbledore have to do this to me? Am I being punished? Did I fail some sort of test last year? These thoughts drove her crazy as she sat at the Gryffindor table with Harry and Ron.

Soon, all the students had arrived and the sorting ceremony was half way through. Hermione's thoughts had moved from Malfoy to classes.

'I can't wait for classes to start. I'm taking advanced potions, it was recommended because I do so well' she smiled at Harry and Ron.

'GRYFFINDOR!' screamed the sorting hat and everyone in Gryffindor clapped and cheered to the first year joining their table.

'Hermione' whined Ron turning to her 'why do you have to ruin a happy night and talk about classes? School doesn't officially start until tomorrow'

'Ron, you no how I like to be prepared. Speaking of that, tonight I have to go over my books again'

'Again? How many times have you read them?' ask Harry.

Hermione looked from Harry to The first year being sorted.

'A few' she clapped as that first year joined Hufflepuff. Harry and Ron simply gave each other a look and started to clap along.

As the last few first years were being sorted, Hermione's eyes began to wonder around the hall until they came to rest on a certain Slytherin that was sitting on the table opposite. She was glaring at him for a good few minutes when he turned and their eyes locked. Hermione quickly turned her head. Malfoy smirked at himself and turned to face Dumbledore who was now giving his usual start of term speech.

'Welcome students to yet again another wonderful year at Hogwarts. Once again I must warn you that the forbidden forest is out of bounds and Mr. Filch has told me to tell you that there is to be no use of magic in the halls and corridors and also the use of any Zonko's products in the school grounds will cost you immediate detention…' a few students sniggered at this '…now, not to keep you any longer from the feast, I would like to congratulate Mr. Draco Malfoy on becoming Head boy and Miss. Hermione Granger on becoming Head girl' students began to cheer at the mention of the Head boy and girl. 'I will need to see you both briefly now please. And as for the rest of you, enjoy' and with that he clapped his hands together and the plates, bowls and dishes were filled with delicious food.

Hermione began to make her way up to Dumbledore passing tables as she went. Malfoy had appeared at her side and they both simply glared at each other.

'Well, Draco, Hermione. Professor McGonagall has told me to tell you to meet her outside after the feast in the entrance hall. She will be showing you both to your dorm.

'Umm, sir, is it possible if we can just go back to our normal dorms?' Hermione asked sweetly.

'Hey! I may be a Slytherin, but I am not that bad to live with' he said turning to her.

Hermione raised her eyebrows in a you've-got-to-be-kidding-me look.

'Oh really? Did you know that we have to share a common room…and a bathroom?' she said crossing her arms over.

Malfoys eyes widened in alarm.

'What? There is no way I am sharing anything with a Gryffindor. Let alone you' he said in shock then turned towards Dumbledore.

'Now, now Draco, settle down' said Dumbledore smiling at them both ' The reason I picked both of you as Heads, well, apart from both of your academic achievements. This year is all about unity. As you both know, your houses do not get along well at all, so it is you two I have chosen to represent the unity between them'

'Wha-, you think that I'm going to get along with her?' Malfoy pointed at Hermione who was losing patience.

'Draco. This is the way I have chosen it and it's the way it shall be. Now please go and have something to eat and meet professor McGonagall in the entrance hall after'.

With that Hermione and Malfoy both turned and headed towards their table. They were both furious with Dumbledore.

They finished their meals and headed outside to wait for professor McGonagall in the entrance hall. A few minutes had gone past in the awkward silence they were having. Malfoy was casually leaning against the wall and was eyeing Hermione, looking at her up at down. She had changed a bit and was as feisty as ever. Malfoy smirked at this.

Malfoy, for the past year had matured a lot, like most of the students had. He was now known as the Slytherin prince, the Slytherin sex god. His reputation as a bad boy had moved up and had become an object of obsession for most of the girls at Hogwarts. He was irresistible. He liked this. He could have any girl he wants at a drop of a hat and he would just use them and dump them the next day. Most of the girls he used would come back crying, wanting him to take them back. But he only used them again.

Hermione was starting to feel uncomfortable. She could feel his eyes on her and made her stomach turn over. She whipped around a stared at him 'Can I interest you in something Malfoy? Oh, oh. Bad question. Malfoy was a little surprised by this. He simply smirked and started towards her.

'Well' he said only a few inches from her now with his hands in his pockets 'There is something' a devilish grin swept across his face. He loved to tease. It was something he loved to do to girls. It made them weak. Although this was Granger, a mudblood. He couldn't help it. This year could be fun. Even if she is a filthy mudblood, there is no harm in messing with her he thought. Hermione was staring at him, in a sort of trance. She quickly snapped out of it and looked up at him.

'You no. other girls may find you incredibly sexy Malfoy. But I don't. I hate you, with a passion. So don't even come near me' she snapped and turned away from him. Malfoy just glared at her. He smirked at the fact she said girls found him sexy. But soon realised what else she had said. How dare she talk to him like that. He was a Malfoy. He was respected and admired, but she twisted it. Her feisty remarks fired him up.

He was just about to say something when McGonagall came around the corner in a hurry.

'Sorry to keep you waiting. This way, follow me'.

They went through different halls and corridors. Floors and floors until they came to their dorm. It was situated at the back of Hogwarts where only few students roamed because it was used as an area for heavy snogging sessions.

'Right. Now, your password is "Unity" Hermione your bedroom is on the left and Draco, yours is on the right' she turned on her heal and faded out of sight.

Hermione gave the password and stepped through the portrait hole when a strong hand grabbed her elbow and spun her around. Hermione came crashing into Malfoys chest which she could feel under his shirt. This made her shiver. She could feel him; she was so close to him, her legs began to feel like jelly.

'Lets get one thing straight' he said his grip getting tighter on her arm 'You will show me some respect or you will pay' he sneered. His grip again became tighter as Hermione tried to free herself from his grasp. Their bodies were practically rubbing together. He leaned down into her ear and whispered 'Got it?' he leaned back and Hermione just stood there, rooted to the spot. She was trembling on the inside. She was in a sort of trance but in seconds snapped out of it. She looked up at him. He had a grin on his face. This only made her hate him more. She violently pushed him and he hit the wall behind him.

'Don't, you ever touch me' she breathed and ran to her room and slammed the door. Malfoy was in shock. She had pushed him hard. He loved it when girls were feisty; it was a real turn on. But this was Granger so the thought of it made him shiver in displeasure. But like he had said earlier. There was no harm in messing with her. So he decided he would continue to play with her. He smirked and pushed himself off the wall and walked into his own room.

Why does he have to be such a jerk? Hermione thought to herself. She was lying on her back on the bed staring at the ceiling, what is it that girls swoon for? Yea, I have to admit he has something; he sort of draws you in. No, no! You did not just think that! But he is really sexy. WHAT? Malfoy? No way. 'Shut up brain' she said out loud. It was getting too much for her already. Enemies for a long time and yet in close contact it felt like it was turning. She couldn't let that happen, no, she couldn't.

A/N well, there you have it. Another chapter up. Can you feel the growing tension? I can! R&R please!

I am really getting into this writing thing. I love it. My brain is coming up with all these great ideas. I really hope you like it so far.

So, what happens next? You will soon find out. I'll update as soon as possible. Laters.