(A/N) Not going to lie I totally forgot I had this story going. I haven't read anything for like three months. But oh well. Thanks to everyone who reviewed and favorited and followed. You guys are who I do this for, you know, besides my self. Also I'm really happy today because of my perfect biology standardized test score and becoming captain of my school's fencing team so this is going to be a fun chapter. Enjoy and, as always, R&R. Thanks! xx SWW
As the autumn days cooled and snow started to fall, Hermione and Draco and Harry were having a great time away from home and trying to learn as much as they could before Christmas Break, when (a few days earlier) the inaugural Dueling Tournament would take place. Hermione, being Hermione, was surrounded by books and notes about every single spell, defensive and offensive, she could learn. Draco had written to his mother, a well-known duelling champion in her day, to find which spells he should study. Harry just practiced one spell, Expelliarmus, which he had become quite good at casting.
On Halloween, all the students woke up, excited and ready for the tournament. Classes had been cancelled due to the event so everyone rushed to the Great Hall where Professor Dumbledore explained the rules.
"Students, there will be no Dark curses or spells and no spells that will harm, maim, or cause lasting damage to your opponent. Each student will pair up with another student from their year. This process will be repeated until all years have two students each. They will duel each other, until the final match happens. The winner will get 200 points for their House. And now without further ado, let the dueling commence!" With Dumbledore's clap, each student was lifted onto a strip facing a person. A flurry of whooshing flowed through the Great Hall as everyone pulled out their wand. Shouts broke the silence as the students each vied to achieve the award and prize for his/her House.
A few hours later, and after a quick lunch, the champions from each year had been decided. Hermione and Draco were representing the first years, Katie Bell (Gryffindor) and Cormac McLaggen (Hufflepuff) represented the second. The third years had Patricia Stimpson (Ravenclaw) and Lee Jordan (Gryffindor). Fourth years were represented by Felicia Bennett (Slytherin) and James Halin (Slytherin). Fifth years got Percy Weasley (Gryffindor) and Kara Brown (Hufflepuff). Sixth years produced Jack West (Ravenclaw) and Sarah Vane (Hufflepuff). Lastly, representing the seventh years, were Lillian Surrah (Ravenclaw) and Oscar Putet (Ravenclaw). Overall, there were 4 Slytherins, 4 Ravenclaws, 3 Hufflepuffs, and 3 Gryffindors. The first to square off were Hermione Granger and Katie Bell.
"Good luck, Hermione," Katie said with a smile and salute.
"Good luck to you too, Katie," Hermione replied with the same.
"3, 2, 1, Begin!" Dumbledore raised his arms, starting the battle.
"Avis vade," Hermione shouted, point her wand towards Katie. A swarm of birds flew out her wand and pecked Katie until she dropped her wand, surrendering the battle. Hermione called off the birds before helping Katie up from the ground where she coward.
"Nice Hermione. Didn't see that coming." Katie shook her hand after congratulating her. Later, Draco ended up winning his battle. Felicia Bennet (4S) won against Patricia Stimpson (3R) and Lee Jordan (3G) won against James Halin (4S). Percy Weasley won (5G) and Sarah Vane (6H) did too. There were 4 Slytherins, 2 Gryffindors, 3 Ravenclaws, and a Hufflepuff left. Now Hermione faced Felicia and Draco faced Lee. Percy faced Oscar, while Sarah faced Lillian. The battles began.
So excited for you guys to see what is gonna happen next. Gonna be some cute fluff!