"So, how has your summer been?" Fred asked.

"Oh I haven't done much so far. I wish I could see everyone though," Hermione murmured quietly.

Fred thought about this for a moment and finally came up with a good idea.

"How about you come and stay at the burrow?" Fred suggested enthusiastically, "Mum would be so happy to see you. It would be great to have you around the house-"

Hermione's stomach did a flip at that moment

"-since George has gone to Egypt with that money he won."

"For the best practical joke!" they both laughed.

They both sat near the bar for a few more moments sipping their drinks, when Fred suddenly piped up. "So are you gonna come or what?"

"Sure. I'd love to." Hermione cried trying not to sound too eager.

"Great Fred! You got past the first step." Fred thought to himself.

"Well, I'd better go home, it's getting late." Hermione said looking at her watch.

"Sure. Do you want me to walk you home?" Fred asked, hopeful.

"Yeah, that would be nice," Hermione replied, thankful that her house was close to the beach.

Hermione ran over to grab her towel and magazine. Then rushed back over to where Fred was saying goodbye to his mates. The sun had now gone down and it was getting darker and colder. Hermione started to shiver.

"Hermione, you look cold," Fred said with a concerned expression on his face, "Here, take my jacket."

"Thanks Fred" Hermione said, smiling broadly.

They walked slowly back to Hermione's house. They walked in silence just enjoying each others company until they finally reached the door. Hermione was about to open the door when she was stopped by Fred's hand.

"Hermione?" Fred asked nervously.

"Yes Fred?" Hermione asked, hoping that he was going to kiss her. She even leaned forward expectantly.

"Umm, you still have my jacket," Fred pointed out.

Hermione drew back sharply and mumbled "Oh sorry." As she shrugged off the jacket and handed it to him.

"That's alright," Fred said smiling nervously, "So, when do you think you could come down to the Burrow?"

"As soon as possible," Hermione laughed excitedly, "Tomorrow, if that's alright with your mum."

"Sure!" Fred cried, "I can pick you up at nine if you like. Harry and Ron will be there too."

She was so excited to be seeing everyone and going to the burrow, (not to mention spending time with Fred) she ran forward and wrapped her arms around him. The moment they touched, electricity went through their bodies.

"Thanks Fred, for everything," Hermione murmured into his ear, "You've made my day."

"That's alright," Fred managed to say; as Hermione's slim body was wrapped around him.

They regretfully parted. Hermione opened the door, took one last look at the stunning red-head and disappeared inside, as Fred stood planted to the spot staring after her.

Hermione leaned back against the other side of the door and sighed before going up to her room.

After waiting a few moments Fred slowly turned around and walked down the street.

"I think I'm falling for Hermione," Fred thought contentedly.

Meanwhile, Hermione had gotten into bed. She lay there for a few moments just thinking about her day.

"I think I'm falling for Fred," Hermione thought, not believing her own thoughts.

Notes: Did you like? I hope you did. I tried to capture Fred's more sensitive side in this. PLEASE R&R!