That evening Hermione , Ron and Harry went to The Leaky Cauldron to meet Shayne.
" Oh I cant wait " squeeled Hermione. " Finally I can talk with someone who is intelectually on my level." She looked at Harry and Ron and blushed. " Apart from you two of course " she added.
" It's okay Hermione " said Ron sounding slightly annoyed. " We know compared to you , we are dumb."
" No " cried Hermione. " I didn't mean that...I meant..."
Harry laughed and so did Ron. " It's alright " laughed Harry. " We understand. Its people who will get top marks in their NEWTS."
Hermione sighed. " Do I come across that way Harry?"
" Of course not " lied Harry and he walked into The Leaky Cauldron behind her.
" Shayne " cried Hermione and she sat down at the table. He stood up to greet her , wearing a set of deep green robes with silver lining.
" He looks like a slytherin " muttered Ron. Harry nodded and they both sat down.
" You know Harry and Ron of course " said Hermione.
Shayne pondered on the thought and shook his head.
" They were with me in the store that day."
" Ah no wonder " said Shayne. " How could I have noticted them , when I couldn't take my eyes of you."
Ron clenched his fists. " Thats so unfair " he hissed at Harry. " How can I come up with those lines. I havent finished school yet."
Hermione giggled. " You flatter me Shayne."
He smiled and took her hand. Ron's eyes twitched and his brow furrowed.
" Can I get you a drink Hermione?"
" Ah...yes please...a butter beer would be fine thanks."
" And you Gentlemen " said Shayne. Can I interest you in anything?"
Ron snorted with laughter. " Gentlemen. No thanks. We can sort ourselves out."
" Suit yourself " said Shayne. " I'll be right back Hermione."
Hermione smiled faintly and then turned to Ron her face lit with anger. " That was really rude Ron. You should have accepted it as a polite gesture. He was trying to be friendly."
" No " said Ron. " He was trying to win you over."
Harry rolled his eyes and stood up. " I'll get the drinks. Thirsty Ron."
" Yeah you bet. A fire whiskey for me Harry." He saw the glare from Hermione. " Oh alright then. A butter beer will be fine."
Harry nodded and walked up to the bar beside Shayne.
" So I pulled out my wand , casted a simple incantation and tada the guy was trapped. Two weeks later , I receive a medal for bravery from Scrigemour himself."
Tom the Barman laughed. " Vey good Shayne my lad. Your Father would have been very proud."
Shayne turned pale and smiled faintly. " Yeah " he said. " Right."
" They didn't find the body did they my lad?"
" No Tom they didn't " replied Shayne. " My Uncle..."
" Yes I heard you were working part time in the book store with him. Still working hard I see."
Shayne laughed and picked up the two glasses. " I like to keep busy."
Harry walked over and ordered two glasses of butter beer.
" Ah Potter " said Tom. " Long time no see. Last time I saw you was with Hagrid. Now that I mention that , I havent seen him here at all this summer. Bit odd for a man who likes his drink."
Harry shook his head. " I havent seen him either Sir." He pulled three sickles from his pocket.
" I'll get that Harry " said Shayne.
" No it's fine " said Harry. " Here Tom. I have it exactly."
" No please let me " asked Shayne. " Its the least I can do."
" What do you mean? " asked Harry. " We havent done anything for you."
" Well " said Shayne. " It cant be easy on your friend to let me see Hermione like this. I get the feeling he's a bit jealous."
Harry didn't know what to say. " Yeah well ...she is his girlfriend...you can expect..."
Shayne smiled. " She's an amazing girl this Hermione is. Your friend is very lucky Harry. Very lucky indeed."
Harry nodded and noticed Shaynes eyes gazing at Hermione. He hated to admitt it , but Shayne really respected Hermione in every way a man should. Ron would have to grow up a little bit , or else Hermione would be driven away very soon.
Hey Guys. Im planning to continue the story after the Ginny/Jon part so thanks a million for the reviews and hopefully, I will get more ideas.
