1What An Idiot

November 7

I can't believe what those two did. Ugh I'm still annoyed thinking about it. But I think I am more annoyed at myself actually. I don't know I'm so upset about their stupid prank-maybe it's because Harry and Ron are still fighting, maybe it's because I have too much work, maybe it's because I like Fred, maybe it's my fear that Harry is going to die battling the dragon, maybe it's my increasing feelings towards Fred...who knows. Plus I have no idea how to apologize for flipping out on him. I haven't even talked to him since Halloween. Part of me was kind of hoping he would show up at the library after class but he didn't. Surprisingly though Viktor Krum spends a remarkable amount of time in the library, I'm going to have to remember to tell Ron that.

Anyway, I talked to Ginny about it but she's preoccupied and she wasn't much help at all. And Harry and Ron are obviously no help whatsoever. Now I really am all alone-Harry and Ron are still fighting, Ginny is busy doing something and now Fred and I aren't talking. This royally bites. Well, I've got to go it's time for the first task and I want to wish Harry luck.

Ok, so you will not believe what happened today. Not only did Harry do amazingly well (he got second place) but him and Ron are no longer are fighting and neither are me and Fred. Alright I'll start from the beginning:

I made my way down to the field where the task was going to take place. All the Champions were in a tent so I snuck down and was creeping behind it when I ran smack dab into a red head.

"Umph." I said falling onto the ground. A hand reached down and I took it before looking up, "Fred?"

"Hi Hermione." Fred said smiling feebly at me, "How are you?"

"I'm-I'm good." I said standing up, "How are you?"

"Yeah, I'm pretty good." he said still holding my hand.

"Um, what are you doing down here?"

Fred started to blush a bit, "Oh, well I saw you coming down here and I saw Viktor's fan club coming after you so I thought I would you know come down and make sure nothing happened."

I smiled, he was coming to protect me, "Oh thank you! I just wanted to wish Harry good luck before the task."

Fred smiled, "Well, the slow pokes are still on their way so I think you can get in there quickly before they get here."

I grinned, let go of his hand and ducked into the tent. I poked my head and luckily Harry was standing right there.

"Hermione?" Harry said surprised.

I jumped into the tent and hugged him. In mid-hug a flash went off and Harry and I turned to see Rita Skeeter and her photographer standing there.

"Oh, I think we might have a front page story here." Rita smiled sleazily at us.

"You haff no right being here. This tent is for the Champions and their friends." Viktor Krum said walking over to us.

Rita turned to him and smiled, "No worry, I'll be outside." she said touching his arm.

I was about to walk out when I looked at Viktor and he smiled at me. I smiled appreciatively back at him and ducked out. Before I could even say anything Fred grabbed my hand and started running. It took a few moments for my legs to catch up so he basically dragged me behind him half way to the stands.

"Fred, what's going on?" I was completely out of breath.

"Those girls saw you coming out of the tent and started running towards us." Fred explained finally slowing down.

I grabbed my chest as we finally slowed to a walk, "Oh. Thanks."

Fred smiled, "So, does this mean we're friends again?"

I smiled, "Yeah, I think so."

"Good I'm glad."

"Me too."

Suddenly the cannon went off which signaled the start of the competition. Fred and I looked at each other and began running again. Luckily Ginny and George saved us seats. Ron was sitting behind them with Dean and Seamus. Everyone gave us weird looks when we got there and I initially could not figure out why and then I realized that Fred and I were still holding hands. I quickly let go and I could feel my face turning red. I looked at Fred who just acted like nothing happened.

The first task was amazing. I've never seen dragons that up close before (well, except for Norbert) I was in awe. When Harry had his turn I had fingernail marks on my face. I was so nervous and I just kept screaming and cheering for him. I looked over at Ginny and I thought she was going to pass out. All of the color from her face had drained and she didn't even look like she was breathing. I turned to look at Ron and he was definitely worried. I could even see him mouthing, "C'mon Harry, you can do it. C'mon." It was then that I realized that they would soon be friends again. Fred and George along with the rest of the Gryffindors. I don't know why I was so worried about him I mean this is Harry we're talking about-the only wizard able to survive Voldemort four times. Well once again Harry proved himself and managed to secure his golden egg and get second place (he deserved first if you ask me).

After the task Ron and I raced down to see Harry where the two of them made up. I was so happy that I hugged them both and actually started to cry a bit. I missed the two of them so much, it was a great feeling knowing that the trio was back together. After our quick hugs and hello Ron and I left and made our way to the common room to wait for him. By the time we had gotten there the party had already started thanks to Fred and George.

"Hey." Fred said walking over to me holding out a glass.

I looked at him hesitantly, "You didn't put anything in this right?"

Fred laughed, "Scout's honor-your Butterbeer is safe."

I took the drink and smiled, "That was some task wasn't it?"

We walked over to one of the couch's, "Yeah I'm actually worried about what's coming next."

I frowned a bit, "I'm really scared."

Fred looked at me reassuringly, "If anyone can handle himself in this it's definitely Harry. And he has you and Ron to help him prepare, I'm sure he'll come out of this on top."

"I hope you're right." Just then Harry walked in carrying his golden egg. Everyone started to cheer and a bunch of people ran toward him and lifted him up on their shoulders.

"Should I open it?" Harry shouted above all the clapping.

"Yeah!" We all cheered in unison.

Harry opened the egg and the most horrible noise came out of it. The two boys holding him up dropped him and everyone covered their ears almost in tears.

"What the bloody hell was that?" Ron screamed.

Slowly we all put our hands down when we realized the horrible thing had been shut. Fred and I looked at each other in horror.

"Whatever it is I'm happy I'm not battling it." Fred said.

"Yeah." I said distantly looking over at Harry who locked eyes with me. We were both afraid of what the next task would be.

The rest of the night was rather enjoyable though. Fred and I talked a bit more while everyone else was dancing and eating and chatting. He soon joined the dance floor though with Angelina which left me questioning his actions even more. I mean he was definitely flirting with me but then he didn't even ask me to dance he went to Angelina and everyone knew that they were constantly on-again-off-again. Maybe he liked her again, yeah he probably did. She was gorgeous and she played Quidditch. She wasn't bookish with bushy hair and big teeth. I sipped my Butterbeer in silence dwelling on my thoughts. Harry soon made his way over and plopped down next to me.

"Hey." He said.

"Hi." I said smiling at him, "How are you?"

"I've definitely been better." He said smiling back, "I don't know what this clue is at all."

"How long do you have til the next task?"

"Oh, it's not til after the holidays." Harry said trying to sound casual, "I'll probably use Christmas break to do some research."

"That sounds like a good idea, right now I would just focus on your homework."

"Ugh, don't remind me. I have so much to do tomorrow." he said letting his head fall on my shoulder.

"You look exhausted, you should go get some sleep."

Ron came over then and took a seat on the other side of me, "This party's great."

Harry and I nodded glumly, "Oh come on cheer up. Harry you should be ecstatic you didn't die."

"Ronald!" I said slapping him.

Harry laughed, "No, he's right. I definitely didn't think I would make it past the dragon I should be partying." Harry got up and made his way to where everyone was dancing. Before I looked away I noticed that he was dancing very close to Ginny and I couldn't help but smile.

"Um, d'you wanna dance?" Ron asked looking down at the ground.

"Sure." I said putting my drink down on the table.

Ron and I went and danced with the rest of them for a little while. After about twenty minutes though I was exhausted and decided to come up here and go to sleep. So there you have it, no one's fighting anymore and Harry is in second place in the Tri-Wizard tournament. So far so good.