Disclaimer: This plot is mine, but I don't own anything else pertaining to Harry Potter, save for the books and movies I have in my bedroom.

Author's Note: So, a lot of people were upset that Hermione and Blaise will probably get together, but don't worry. This story is Hermione/Draco, so they will end up together, and the may even get together soon. Who knows? Also, I read all of my story today, like, on the website, and I have to say it's pretty good. Plus, I'm kind of crazy. I really have no idea how I come up with these kinds of things. I love to read, so maybe I just get it from there. Maybe I remember everything I read for future use. Not totally sure, of course.

Chapter Thirteen

The next day, Hermione and Ginny met in the library during breakfast. Hermione wasn't in the mood to eat anywhere near Harry, as there would be a lot of tension, and Ginny needed to talk to the other girl about Blaise. Ginny wasn't too excited about this, because, after getting some sleep, she wasn't sure if it was such a good idea. However, she had promised Blaise, and she figured Hermione could make up her mind on her own. If it really wasn't a good decision, Hermione would know what to do.

Ginny slid in next to Hermione, and set her bag on the table. She pulled out two oranges and two pieces of toast, and handed one of each to Hermione. The two discreetly ate the food as they began talking.

"I have to tell you something," Ginny said slowly. Hermione looked up in question.

"Blaise and I had a good talk last night." When Hermione snorted, Ginny continued with a smirk. "It's true. We talked about what we overheard last night, in your room."

"What exactly did you talk about?"

Ginny took a deep breath. "Blaise really likes you, and he wants to ask you out. He knows that he might only be a rebound guy, since you and Harry just broke up, but he's willing to live with that. Obviously, this shows that he really wants to be your boyfriend. Even though he can be a bit of a...bastard, I think you should give him a chance."

Hermione was silent for a moment. "So, you're saying that...you approve?"

"I know, I know," Ginny said, shaking her head sheepishly. "But I just think you should give him a chance."

Hermione smiled. "Why is it that you are trying to pair me up with Slytherins? First Draco, now Blaise. What is up?"

"I'm being serious," Ginny said, playfully smacking Hermione on her thigh. "Of course, if you still think that Draco has the hots for you, then by all means, forget Blaise and jump him."

"I don't actually know if Draco likes me."

"You guys kissed! Like, multiple times! Unless he's incredible dense, he has to like you!"

"So what are you telling me? I should go with Draco? Or with Blaise?"

"I think you should make that decision; however, Blaise has proven that he really likes you by acting on his feelings."

"Technically, Draco did that also," Hermione pointed out.

"But he hasn't come out and say that he likes you. Blaise has. Think about this: Draco has difficulties expressing his feelings. Blaise doesn't. Does that change your opinion about them?"

Hermione sighed and was silent for a minute. "Alright. I'll go out with Blaise. And if Draco wants to go out with me, then he has to prove it."

Ginny smiled, and clasped her hands together. "Great! I was afraid Blaise would, like, kill me if you didn't say yes."

"I just need to talk to Blaise before we officially announce that we're going out. And I need you to find out if people think Harry and I are still going out. It would be a little awkward if Blaise and I started making out, and people didn't know that we had broken up."

"I think you guys should wait a little bit before you tell other people. I think you should let Harry calm down before you let him know about Blaise. How insulting would it be if you started going out with a Slytherin days after you two broke up."

Hermione nodded. "Okay, we'll wait. Maybe you could even possibly tell Harry about me and Blaise, you know, after we've given him some time? Maybe he'll feel better if he hears about it from you, as oppose to the rumor mill."

At that moment, the bell signaling the end of breakfast and the start of the first class of the day rang. The two girls stood, and, after giving each other a quick hug, went their separate ways.

Hermione only had a few classes with Harry, which had upset her slightly when the two were dating, but, know that they had broken up and she was considering going out with Blaise, it actually relieved her. She still had all her classes with Draco, but she would work on that.

Potions was especially hard. Harry and Ron both had that class with Hermione and Draco. Hermione had to make sure that she was distant with Draco, as she didn't want to rub her relationship with him in Harry and Ron's faces. Of course, Draco had no idea why she was being so...cold, so he just assumed she was upset with him. He just couldn't figure out why.

"Hermione," Draco whispered, after they had completed their assignment for the day. They were now sitting in silence. "Are you mad at me?"

"Of course not," Hermione said, not looking up from her desk. "Why would I be?"

Draco sighed, but didn't bring up the subject again. Obviously, he was going to have to question her in the privacy of their room.

The day passed by quickly. After Hermione's last class of the day, she walked along the corridors to the Head dormitory alone. Ginny had promised to bring her some food during dinner, so Hermione had wanted to change before heading to the library to meet her friend.

Suddenly, an arm reached out of one of the closets that Hermione was passing, and pulled her inside. Hermione's scream was stifled by a pair of lips crashing down on her own. Her first thought was that Harry wanted to rekindle their romance, but the lips didn't feel familiar. They did feel really good though. This person was obviously a pro at making out. Hermione felt herself responding, by moving her lips with his and wrapping her arms around his neck. His hair was cut short, which did actually narrow down who it could be.

He moved his lips away from Hermione's mouth and began kissing along her cheek, to her ear. His breath was hot as he said, "Didn't expect me, right?"

Hermione's eyes flew open, and she pushed back. "Blaise, what the hell are you doing?!"

"What's wrong?" Blaise asked, reaching to Hermione and grabbing her waist. "I'm allowed to make out with my girlfriend, right?"

Hermione groaned. "Ginny talked to you, didn't she?"

"Yup." Blaise pulled Hermione flush against him and began nuzzling her neck. "And I figured this is the perfect way to start out our relationship. A little tryst in the broom closet."

Hermione attempted to untangle herself from Blaise, but the things he was doing to her neck made her melt. Harry was soft and sensual, while Blaise was hot and sultry. She wasn't use to Blaise's style of kissing, but totally understood why he was consider the sex god of Slytherin.

Hermione pulled Blaise's head back to her mouth, and ran her fingers through his hair. He forced her mouth open, and stuck his tongue in. She was a little taken aback at first, but responded by intertwining her tongue with his. He had her pushed against the wall, her back being prodded by a broom handle. One hand was on her waist, inching towards her bottom, while the other hand was holding her head up. He moved his mouth away from her mouth, and began nibbling on her earlobe. Hermione had her head thrown back, her mouth open slightly.

"Bet Potter never did this to you," Blaise whispered into her ear, his voice low and husky. He brought his hand all the way onto her bottom, and cupped it, massaging softly.

"Wait," Hermione pulled away, breathless. Blaise attempted to kiss her again, but she pushed him away.

"Shit, Hermione, did anyone ever tell you what a tease you are?"

Hermione couldn't keep the smile off her face, no matter how small. "Even though I am really enjoying this, and am hoping for a repeat performance, I think we should take it a little slower. And I want to talk about all of this before just jumping in. I like to plan for things, and this definitely wasn't planning."

"It took planning on my part," Blaise said defensively, with the hint of a smile. "How hard do you think it was to figure out which broom closet you would pass after classes? I'm actually surprised I found the right one."

Hermione smiled and grabbed his hand. "C'mon, let's go to the Head's dormitory. It's got privacy, plus much more room."

Hermione opened the door of the broom closet and revealed Draco on the other side.