Harry waved to Mr Weasley as he , Hermione and Ron stepped into Diagon Alley.
" Oh dont we need new books " said Hermione as she looked over towards Flourish and Blotts.
" Just potions for me " said Harry as he thought of Snapes potion book.
" Well I need three new books " replied Hermione as she walked briskly towards the shop.
" Three " exclaimed Ron. " For what exactly?"
" Well I've decided to take on Muggle Studies for my NEWTS since I could easily do well concidering my parents are muggles and I really like Arithmacy and I've discovered that Charms is a good option."
" Wait " said Ron. " This sounds awfully similar to our third year. Are you using the time turners again?"
" No " replied Hermione. " All the time turners were destroyed that night in the Department of Mysteries remember. I am simply taking three classes in the evenings , two times a week."
" Hermione you are insane."
" Thank you Ronald. I know that coming from you , that is the equivilent to I think you're great."
Ron looked at Harry who shrugged and they entered the shop.
Hermione walked up to the front desk.
" Is Mr Chamson in? " she asked politly.
A young man of around twenty with deep brown eyes and handsome features looked at her , obviously liked what he saw and smiled.
" I'm afraid not " he replied. " I'm Shayne his nephew. Is there anything I can do to help you? ah..."
" Hermione Granger " she said. " Ah...well...I'm looking for three new books for school you see ...and I...just dont know where to look."
Ron stepped forward. " We'll help you Hermione."
" Thats alright " said Shayne. " I'm in charge here. What are you looking for ...can I call you Hermione?"
She nodded. " I need A Guide to Muggle Behaviour and Muggle habits by Arabella Grimshaw...Ah let me see...Oh yes I also need Arithmacy uncovered by Herby Scuttlebud...and Common Charms in everyday life by Dominic Pepkosky."
" No bother " said Shayne and he walked over to a bookshelf with his ladder.
" So you are taking your NEWT exams this year?"
" Yes " replied Hermione. " So are my two friends here , Harry and Ron."
Shayne merely glanced at them and returned to Hermione.
" Now here we are. The three of them. This Charms book has being flying of the shelves this month. Apparently its suposed to be an easy choice."
" Thats what I think " said Hermione. " Studies are so importent dont you think?"
Ron giggled to Harry. " Now she's done it " he whispered. " Mentioning the study word is a huge turn off. He'll be bored in a minute."
" Very importent " replied Shayne as he looked at Rons shocked face. " In fact I keep telling my uncle that I dont have time to work here in the evenings anymore."
" You dont work here " said Hermione.
" No " replied Shayne. " I'm training to be an Auror at the ministry. My cousin is training me. She's an Auror too."
" An Auror " cried Hermione. " You must have done wonderfully in your NEWTS."
" Not bad " replied Shayne. " I got eight Outstandings and one exceeds expectations."
Hermione smiled. " Woh thats fantastic."
Shayne laughed. " I bet you are pretty smart."
Hermione blushed. " I try to study. What makes you think that?"
Shayne laughed and pulled out a notebook from under his desk. On the first page was scribbled.
Shayne dont forget to hold the book for a Miss Hermione Granger. It arrives today.
" There is about twenty messages similar to that one in this notebook " said Shayne.
" I like to read " said Hermione.
Harry and Ron decided to wait outside for Hermione. A while later she came out beaming.
" Did you get your books?" asked Ron.
" Yes " replied Hermione and she smiled to herself.
" WHAT? " cried Harry and Ron together.
Hermione smiled at them and dropped her bag. " I got more than books boys. I got a date."
