Disclaimer: I don't own Harry Potter just the plot is mine
A/N: This is an Hermione/Ginny little story so if you don't like then don't read it. Just a little something for the Christmas season told from Hermione's point of view.
The game finished with a triumphant Gryffindor win at 160-70. Luna bolted from her seat to greet Harry and congratulate him on his successful win.
"Come on Hermione we should go and say congratulations to the team before they disappear into the showers" Luna called as she made her way from the stands.
Hermione just grunted a reply and made her way from the stands too.
I suppose I should say well done before I go and hide somewhere for the rest of my life…better to do it before they head to the showers, it will give me time to disappear when their busy changing.
Suddenly the image of Ginny in the showers naked came to mind and Hermione was shocked at how much she wanted to join Ginny.
Get that bloody thought right out of your mind Granger.
In embarrassment of her thoughts and not really concentrating, Hermione found herself on the pitch without being conscious of walking there. As she made her way to the centre of the pitch where a large crowd had gathered around the players to congratulate them, the object of her thoughts came dashing towards her and almost bowled her over as Ginny threw her arms around Hermione and lifted her into the air whilst spinning her around and laughing. Hermione couldn't do anything but cling to Ginny and try not to run away from the feelings that had just exploded within her.
Ginny carefully placed Hermione back onto the ground but still kept her close, arms wrapped loosely around Hermione's waist unaware the effect that she was having on the older witch and if she was to release Hermione, she would fall to the floor in a puddle.
"We won! I can't believe it…I was worried for a bit there but we managed to pull it out of the bag!" Ginny squealed in delight.
"Yeah that's great Gin, I never doubted you for a minute" Hermione responded a little breathlessly.
Does she have to be so close? And my legs feel like jelly…if I don't get away soon I fear that I might do something that I will regret. But she looks so bloody sexy up close, I can't turn away or move.
"Are you coming to celebrate in the common room? The guys want to have a little party and it would be nice to relax for a bit and have a laugh" Ginny asked looking expectantly at Hermione.
I really should get away, think Hermione
"I don't think so Gin, I've got a lot of work to do" Hermione tried to explain
"Please Mione, it wouldn't be as fun without you" Ginny argued, giving her best puppy dog eyes and a little pout to try and convince Hermione.
Now how am I supposed to say no to that? Oh Gin please don't look at me like that.
Hermione tried to think of something else to say but instead found herself sinking into those sparkling blue eyes of her friend and before she new what she was doing she was mumbling "Oh ok, one night wouldn't hurt"
"Great!" Ginny exclaimed and let go of Hermione from around her waist and took her hand instead leading her back to the others who were making their way into the locker room.
Ginny released Hermione's hand as they reached the entrance to the girls locker room.
"I'll meet you up there ok, I just got to change out of these and freshen up a little bit" Ginny pulled at her Quidditch uniform and made a face of disgust
"I smell so bad I can hardly stand myself" Ginny laughed to herself as she made her way into the locker room.
"I think you smell great" Hermione whispered to herself as she was left standing outside on her own.
Nice going Granger…what the hell was that! She gives you a smile and before you know it you're agreeing to anything she wants? How pathetic…I'll just have to make an excuse and leave early, hopefully Ginny wouldn't notice by the time the party gets into full swing.
Hermione made her way towards the Gryffindor common room, on the way she met up with Luna who was waiting for her just inside the castle doors and as Luna greeted her, smiling dreamily, they walked in comfortable silence towards the portrait hole.
Upon entering the common room with Luna, Hermione noticed that the party was already in full swing before the team had even arrived.
Hermione made her way over to the only unoccupied chair in the room and sat down with a heavy sigh. Luna followed her to the chair and sat on the floor near the chair in front of the fire.
"I hope the guys don't take too long to get back, I can't wait to see Harry again. I'm going to miss him when we leave for the Christmas holiday" Luna said suddenly
Hermione looked down at the other girl, brushing a stray hair from her eyes
"I think he will miss you too Luna. Have you got him anything for Christmas?" Hermione asked politely.
Luna suddenly beamed and bounced slightly in her position on the floor looking frighteningly like she was about to explored.
"Yes! I spent a long time looking in Hogsmead for something special and finally I found this little store which had all these little…
Hermione promptly stopped listening to Luna as the portrait hole opened up and her attention was caught by the people making their way into the room. Katie was the first to enter, followed closely by Ron who had his arms around her waist which looked like it was making it difficult to walk. Harry was next and Luna suddenly bolted from her position on the floor and straight towards Harry.
Bloody hell that girl can move fast when she wants to, and Ron looks like a sticking charm has been used on him and Katie.
Hermione continued to watch the entrance for Ginny but was finding it difficult to see anything because students had gathered around the team to congratulate them.
I wish people would bloody MOVE! Merlin you have already said well done so get out of the way before I hex you into oblivion. Where is she? I haven't missed her have I? No I'm sure I would have spotted her by now…
Hermione's thoughts were stopped abruptly when she spotted the smiling red head entering the common room. Hermione swallowed the lump in her throat and was suddenly becoming very warm. The room suddenly became too stuffy as Hermione watched Ginny hug and greet other students whilst simultaneously trying to get further into the room. As Ginny hugged Luna her eyes met with Hermione's and at that moment, the whole room became silent and seemed to slow right down for Hermione.
Calm down Hermione…remember to breath…relax, it's just Ginny…you know…your friend. Ginny. Who is looking right at you. Who is smiling right at you…I said breath Hermione!
Hermione took a deep breath as she watched Ginny say something to Luna and then make her way over to her in the chair.
Breath…breath…breath…relax…stay calm…and breath Hermione, your ok. Just smile and say hey and well done.
"Hey Gin, erm eh well done" Hermione spoke, her voice a little higher than she intended.
Well done chump, maybe next time you could just disappear into a puddle in front of her eh?
"What? I don't get a hug from my best friend?" Ginny smirked, noticing the slight nervous appearance of her friend but deciding to shrug it off.
She wants me to hug her? You have got to be kidding! I can't…oh well it looks like I have no choice in the matter considering she is dragging me up from my chair.
Ginny pulled Hermione from her chair and hugged her close, Hermione had no choice but to wrap her arms around Ginny's waist and hug back.
Kill me…kill me now…why have I never realised how good she smells before? Or how right she feels in my arms? No bad Hermione, stop thinking that. Stop thinking altogether! She's going to think that you're a freak if you carry on like this…but she makes me feel things I have never felt before…I just want to kiss her…just a little kiss couldn't hurt…No stop it!
Hermione pulled away quickly and bit her bottom lip, face turning red and hands fumbling. Ginny didn't seem to notice as she looked around towards Ron and turned back to Hermione.
"I was surprised that Ron actually concentrated on the game. Those two seem to be glued to the hip since they got together. It's nice though, that he is happy. Even though it gives my gag reflex a work out every time they feel the need to snog in front of me". Ginny made a face and chuckled at her own little joke.
"I'm glad he's happy too. Harry looks happy with Luna, you know the more I get to know Luna the more I find her endearing. But I still don't believe in some of the things that she does" Hermione muttered with a nervous laugh.
She sat back in her chair finding the proximity of Ginny a little bit too much to take right now. Ginny however followed and perched herself on the arm of the chair, her leg brushed up against Hermione's. Hermione tried to ignore it the best she could, as well as the dizziness and Hippogriffs in her stomach and not to mention the inability to catch her breath properly.
"Hey, is there room for another couple of people, or is this a private party?" Ron asked with Katie by his side and Harry and Luna speaking softly to each other behind them.
"Sure, as long as you don't start getting all smoochie with Katie. No offence Katie but the image of my brother kissing anyone or getting touchy feely just makes me feel queasy" Ginny replied with a roll of her eyes.
Hermione chuckled lightly from her place on the chair and watched as Ron's face turned red and his mouth was agape with embarrassment.
"Don't worry Ginny, I'll make sure he keeps his hands and mouth to himself" Katie said whilst jabbing Ron lightly in the ribs.
Luna and Harry sat on the floor by the fire, Harry's arms wrapped securely around Luna's waist whilst Luna lent back into him with a contented smile on her lips.
Hermione couldn't help but feel envious of the pair and she found herself wishing that she could be like that with Ginny. For the first time since her realisation of her feelings, Hermione wasn't fighting against it.
Maybe I do have a thing for Ginny, but that still doesn't mean that anything is going to happen between us. There's no way to escape the fact that she is straight and it doesn't matter if I'm gay or straight or whatever, she will never like me or want me in the same way that I want her.
The others were all conversing happily together and as Hermione looked towards the small group she noticed that Luna was looking directly at her. It made her feel a little uncomfortable and she shifted in her chair. This made her accidentally brush up against Ginny again and instantly, Hermione blushed. When she looked back at Luna she saw the girl smiling as though she new something that no-one else knew.
She can't know? Can she? Surely not…I haven't really known that long and I haven't been that obvious have I? No, Hermione your just imagining things, Luna doesn't know anything.
Hermione was jolted from her wonderings by Ginny getting up from the chair. Hermione watched as Ginny met Colin in the middle of the common room and she watched as Ginny gave him a hug and a kiss on the cheek. Without warning Hermione felt anger and jealousy bubbling up within her and her face was set in a scowl.
I new it! I bloody new there was something going on between them two! Why would she choose him? What is so special about Colin? I can't watch anymore…I have to get out…I can't breath.
Hermione stood suddenly from the chair and muttered quickly to the others sat around her.
"I'm tired…going to go…er need sleep…bed…night" Hermione stuttered and left the common room heading straight for the sixth year dorm rooms leaving the others watching after her curiously.
Hermione walked quickly passed Ginny and Colin who were talking and didn't notice Ginny's eyes watching her as she ran from the common room.
The next couple of chapters will be a bit emotion (hopefully). When I started this story I was only planning about 3 chapters and have them get together and write them getting very close, but as the story has developed I found that it has gone in a different direction. I decided to just go with the flow and see what happens, hope you like it : )