Chapter 6: Ferrets, Friends, and a Furnunculus curse...?
So it came to be that our head's were cooperating peacefully, on friendly terms. The first Hogsmeade trip was coming up, and Hermione and Draco were asked to go together, to keep everyone in check.
Yes, bantering was ensured, but it could've gone much worse. The previous week, Hermione had owled Harry and Ron, explaining what her life was like now, and that she would like to see them. Harry's response was quite pleasant, and made Hermione smile;
'Dearest Hermione,
I'm not so happy about the living arrangements with the ferret, but I suppose I'll be able to be the bigger man and suggest a truce. Hoping all else is going well, I'll see you Saturday. Yes, I'll bring Ron with, if he's not busy with some auror training. The Three Broomsticks? Saturday?
Love,
Harry'
Ron's response on the other hand, was... A little bit aggressive, and instantly made Hermione scowl;
''Mione, you have to live with MALFOY?! I'll talk to McGonagall about this! What if the foul, evil git attempts to murder you? Or worse, crucio, like his deranged aunt? I won't stand for it, don't worry. Just stay away from him. See you at 12, today.
Regards,
Ron.'
She knew he meant well, but who was he to tell her what to do? He didn't know Malfoy like she had gotten to know him! Sure, they weren't that close, but he came to find her that night the Slytherins attacked her! Hell, he even apologized for something his aunt did! Sighing, she packed the letter away, and grabbed her jersey. It was the start of October, but it was already freezing.
An hour later, found her and Malfoy in Honeydukes, him at the most expensive Chocolates, and her buying a few peppermint floss candies. They had to hurry, because they'd arranged to meet Harry and Ron in the Three Broomsticks at 12.
After buying their things, they set off at a quick jog. Draco wasn't happy, but he knew he had to start somewhere, to fix his reputation, and he might make some friends along the way. Potter was okay. Weasley? Uhm, no. Granger had shown him a kinder, nicer side of her, and although he was still a bit prejudiced, he told himself to just get over it, and accept her, muggleborn or not. It wasn't easy, though.
'Hello Harry', Hermione greeted with a hug. 'Where's Ron?'
'On his way. You look thinner, have you been sleeping Mione? Malfoy.' Harry held out a hand.
Cautiously, Draco shook it.
'Potter, a truce? I'm not normally the one to go making amends, but I feel we're both old enough to realize it was a childish school grudge, and maybe we can actually get along now?'
'I'd like that. As long as you're not a prat.'
'I'll try my best, as long as you don't go playing hero again.'
Laughing, Hermione said 'Hey!'...
Then Ron walked in. Lavender was walking alongside Ron, wearing a ridiculously short skirt.
'What's the ferret doing here? Mione, did he hurt you, what's wrong?!'
'Ronald, relax, he's my frie-'
'Don't you dare say friend!"
'Well, sorry, that's what he is. Harry's made amends, why can't you? Don't be such a child!', Hermione was almost in tears now.
'Weasel, shut up. You should rather explain why you're here with that slut!'
'Don't call my girlfriend that!'
'Ron, just listen. Malfoy, don't call him that, and don't criticize her!' Harry tried to restore peace to the now silent bar, except for the three yelling males.
Ron had his wand out now.
'Well maybe if Hermione didn't go fraternizing with the Death Eat-'
Draco whipped out his wand, and shouted a spell before Ron could think of a defensive spell.
'Furnunculus!'
Hey guys. I'm still an update behind, but I'll make it up to you guys, soon. I have a piano exam next Saturday (And my cousin's 21st birthday party), but I'm trying my best to get up to date again! It's short but it's also a filler chapter, but review and tell me if it's at least okay? I don't wanna disappoint you guys! Especially not with the wonderful reviews you guys leave! (They honestly make me jump up and down and squeal and all that jazz... lol!) LOTS OF LOVE! – Carri. xxx