Chapter Eighteen: Yule Tide Cheer
Rating: R
Warning: May eventually contain slash
Category: Humor/Romance
Summary: Hermione undergoes a change in thinking and is determined to enjoy
her last year to the fullest. Wacky hi jinks and craziness ensue leading to
a list of amusing new rules for her, friendships with slytherins, and
romance. This is my first attempt at any kind of fiction so please be kind.
Constructive criticism is wanted, flames will be ignored. Hermione is a
little OOC because of her change in thinking.
Disclaimer: JK Rowling owns the Harry Potter Universe and all it's
characters, I'm just playing with them for a bit. There may be slash as I
said so you have been warned. I got the basic Idea for this story from the
list 213 things skippy is no longer allowed to do in the army. I stole some
of those things on the list as I could just hear them being said in the HP
universe. Oh yeah and I don't own DR Seuss stuff either. I'm just borrowing
it for fun.
Being a bit scatter brained I may get class schedules wrong. I didn't
actually write one out so if I misplace a class day do forgive me. I'm
working with the impression that classe times change from time to time.
Sorry it took me so long to update but I got a bit busy, I'll try and
update at least once a week or more in the future.
Big Thanks to my Beta Gelsey. Whom without things would be less error free!
Romm – It just might at that. LOL Well said head of house is always looking in a leg breaking mood so who was to know it was over her. ;-) She who must be obeyed. Love it. Hehe
RyanKathrynCelia – Thanks
lgobgirlie15 – good guess. ;-)
pretendingtobesane – Thanks. I'll see if I can work it in. I've been having some writers block so maybe a chapter with more of them will help.
iccle mousie the potions ingredient – soon very soon.
lil pixie – I would definitly love to read something you wrote. I'll even glomp ya if ya do. (G) I liked it. The idea came from a reviewer. You guys are awesome in the muse department. Hehe Ahh but Sev is sposed to be clueless for now. Makes it more fun. Hehe I got a bit of writers block so I hope this Chappie lives up to expectations. It's not exactly what I was looking for but it was either put it up or abandon it so here it is. ;-)
poetrychik – Thank you. Well I promise not to torture him to much longer. Lemons on the way soon.
bblue269- Thanks and sorry it took so long for more. I'm worken as fast as my brain will let me. LOL
Barb – Thanks. Nope not abandoning it. Must finish. I need to know how it turns out. LOL I got the general idea of the story you see but some things are even surprising me.
Amara Tsu – Glad you like it. Oh no I'm the cause of missed school? Not good. Go to school then read. LOL
Coldqueen – Well I can be mean too. Lol Actually I got the idea from a reviewer and the stuffed snake was part of it.
Cshacklebolt – Thanks. Don't get caught reading at work. Lol Read on and see her date.
Fever(the_love_is_dead yahoo.com) - Thanks. Sorry I put in all I could remember. Well I did say it would be ocerish. Although I have known some Hermione's in real life and because of their grown upness both of them went through a period sorta like this. Where they just went nuts and acted like a kid. Of course stress can get to you and make you do things out of character like this. Mione's really never been a kid, I just look at this as her childhood year. Spastic Bookworm – OMG are you me? I'm a spastic bookworm too. Love the name. Thanks I hope you like the rest. Ezmerelda – Thanks I'm glad you like. Thanks for reviewing. Without you guys I'd probably give up. I'm not real confident in my writing skill. LOL
RichardIsMyHottie – Thanks Bunnybee – Thanks. Heaven sounds right. Hehe Sea – OMG Thank you. I loved Hermione's revenge myself. Corazon is an amazing writer. You made my day by comparing my story.
Sylvervixen – Thanks. I always try to read these in private. Though one night I laughed so hard the sig other said he couldn't sleep with all the noise. LOL
Heartnut – Thank you. I will.
Liz – Thank you. Don't worry poor sev will get over it. Hehe
azulkan2 – Thank you. I liked that too. Can't decide if the south park or the dr suess part was my fav chapter.
Childofnite – Thank you.
Mariteri – Thanks. Yes I noticed that. I'm going to revise when I am done and repost. I finally got a beta on the 6th chappie I hope it helped.
Katrina Tonak- Hehe Hermione just steamrolled right over them didn't she. LOL Thanks Ahh yes the south park chappie. I thought it was a good idea I'm glad ya liked it. It's about time Mione showed off her muggle heritage rather than downplaying it. Besides it makes for some funnys in the wizarding world. LOL I'm sorry to hear about that. I'd quit the team too after something like that being ignored. I'm glad I could make your day a little better. Don't relieve me. I love insanity. I hope you enjoy the rest as much. Hopefully I've got this block broke. I had such trouble with this chappie but I've got idea's and a handle on the next one.
lol76 – Here ya go. Hehe Thanks
mousie – Read on. Here's what she's going to do.
bonnie( - Thank you. I greatly appreciate it.
Dream and Write – Thank you. And I will definitly be coming to your forum as soon as I catch up here. I just got back from vacation and you know how that can be.
Kiddycat – Thank you. I'll do my best now my beta catches those mistakes. Hehe Ya know I was top of the class in english in school. It's starting to come back to me finally with the help of my beta. It's amazing what ten years out of school makes you forget.
Kelia K. – Sorry I just wanted to let everyone know I hadn't abandoned the story. Yes I had a great time on Vacation though it was rushed. I got to see my family and friends so it was great.
POORPI – Sorry life interfered. But here it is a couple days late but here. I hope it was worth the wait.
samantha snape- Sorry. Here ya go. I'll try and get another chap or two done this week and posted as penance. ;-)
*~*~*~*~* Chapter 18 Detentions so far 20. List of things Hermione can no longer do at Hogwarts 23
The day of the Yule Ball dawned clear and sunny with a nice film of white snow covering everything. Mione was looking forward to this evening almost as much as she was looking forward to her NEWTs, which was saying a lot. Breakfast in the Great Hall that morning was full of laughter and excited chatter.
"So Mione," Ron asked, "who are you taking to the ball? We are your friends, it's only fair that we should know."
"You'll see Ron, when we arrive and not a moment sooner."
"Krum's not here so we know it can't be him," Harry stated.
"What does it matter? You both have the dates you want," Hermione exclaimed, exasperated.
"We just don't like not knowing. We're nosy," Ron said, through a mouthful of eggs.
"Well that's just too bad, now isn't it?"
"What's too bad?" Draco asked, as several Slytherins slid into seats at the Gryffindor table.
"Mione won't tell us who she's going to the ball with." Harry told Dray, after a quick kiss.
"Well she's not going with a Slytherin, I can tell you that. She turned those who asked down flat," Dray told the group.
"Well, we'll find out tonight won't we, so no big deal. None of you will die of curiosity," Pansy laughed.
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When it came time to start getting ready for the ball, Hermione grabbed her things and headed to the Room of Requirement. She took a nice long bath and pampered herself before starting to dress. She looked forward to seeing Severus's reaction when he saw her. Mione put on a few last minute touches before her date arrived. The ball had already started but they had planned being late. There was a knock on the door and Hermione opened it and smiled at her date, who offered his arm.
The Great Hall slowly fell silent as Hermione walked in on the arm of Hogwarts resident poltergeist. It was not only the fact that Mione had come to the ball with a ghost as her date that had some staring. Hermione was dressed head to toe in Slytherin colors. From the Slytherin green slippers on her feet, her green and silver dress robes, emerald and silver necklace and earrings, to the silver snake braclets on her wrists. Even her makeup was Slytherin colors. With her hair piled high on her head and little ringlets framing her face she looked enchanting. Not beautiful in the normal sense of the word, but enchanting just the same. She sought out Severus and was encouraged by the look on his face. It seemed the dreaded Potions Master of Hogwarts quite approved of her.
As Hermione dragged Peeves over to greet Harry, Dray and the rest of the group the hall erupted in chatter. Peeves excused himself to go over to the punch bowl, supposedly to get Hermione a drink.
"No wonder you wouldn't tell us who your date was," Ron laughed.
Harry and Dray and the other Slytherins just gave her a look as if wondering what she was up to. Mione just smiled at them as the hall quieted again as Severus made his way to the group of Slytherins and Gryffindors. He bowed before Mione as he reached her and held out his hand.
"I believe the first dance was promised to me," he said, silkily, as those around them gasped in surprise.
"I do believe your quite right sir. Shall we?"
The hall was silent as Hermione and Severus took a place on the dance floor. Those in the hall were so occupied with staring at the couple on the dance floor they forgot about Peeves for a moment. This was definitely going to be a night that would be talked about for a long long time.
"You look absolutely divine this evening, Mione," Severus whispered in her ear as they swept across the dance floor.
"You look rather dashing yourself Severus," Mione replied. "I'm sure the colors I'm wearing influenced your compliment though."
"Well green and silver do seem to be your colors my dear," Severus told her mischievously.
"Actually Severus, I do believe they're your colors," Hermione said, with a grin.
"Quite right, but they look so much better on you than me. Your going to have a lot of boys asking for a dance this evening."
"Be that as it may, this is the only one that matters," Mione said looking up at him through her lashes.
"A pity it's almost over already, you dance quite well. Perhaps we can share another later," Severus asked, almost shyly.
"I'd like that Severus," Mione said as the music ended and Severus returned her to her friends and bowed away.
Just then Peeves returned.
"I took the liberty of grabbing everyone a glass of punch," Peeves said with a wink to Mione.
The others looked at the glasses of punch as they took them off the tray and at Peeves suspiciously.
"Trust me, my friends," Mione said. "You'll definitely enjoy the punch."
Mione dragged Peeves off to the dance floor and they caused another spectacle as Peeves clasped her hand and raised her up off the floor. Everyone looked on in awe as Peeves and Hermione danced three feet off the floor. When the song ended they made their way around the room speaking with various people and greeting the Headmaster and teachers, who gave Peeves cold looks.
"Peeves," Dumbledore said, "I believe we disinvited you to any further school functions."
"True, Headmaster, quite true. But who could say no when such a lovely lady invites you to a ball?"
"Oh, there's Millicent waving to us. We really must go chat," Mione said, dragging Peeves away.
"Ok Peeves, give me one more dance with Severus and then it's party time," Hermione whispered as she made her way towards Severus.
"Professor, would you care for one last dance?"
"Why, Miss Granger, I'd be delighted," Severus said, with a smile and led her out onto the floor.
Meanwhile Peeves slowly glided his way out the door to collect a few party favors. The students had finally realized that the punch had somehow been spiked, even though most of the students efforts to do the same had failed, and were having a lovely time.
A little while later the students were startled as the first of the Weasley Wizarding Wheezes patented Filibuster Fireworks shot through the Great Hall lighting up the ceiling in Green and Silver, followed closely by all the other house colors. Of course they were charmed to only fly around the ceiling so that no one got hurt. From there chaos broke out as the students oohhed and ahhed over the many different creatures the fireworks erupted into as the teachers tried to get everyone to leave. Peeves was flying around letting off confetti bombs, glitter grenades and generally enjoying himself immensely. Someone had transformed the Great Hall to look like a park to go with the fireworks. Between the alcohol and the entertainment the students were having the time of their lives. Mione just smiled and waited for the inevitable, which came exactly six minutes later as Headmaster Dumbledore made his way to her.
"Miss Granger," he bellowed. "Peeves is NOT an acceptable date to the Yule Ball. In fact, you may not invite Peeves as your date or companion or anything to any school function ever again. Is that perfectly clear?"
"Yes sir," Mione said, trying not to laugh. "Now all of you are to return to your dormitory's immediately. After the fireworks show that is," Dumbledore said with a kind smile as he took a seat on the floor which was charmed to look like a grass hill and proceeded to ooh and ahhh with the students, while McGonagall and the other teachers tried to rein in the chaos.
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Romm – It just might at that. LOL Well said head of house is always looking in a leg breaking mood so who was to know it was over her. ;-) She who must be obeyed. Love it. Hehe
RyanKathrynCelia – Thanks
lgobgirlie15 – good guess. ;-)
pretendingtobesane – Thanks. I'll see if I can work it in. I've been having some writers block so maybe a chapter with more of them will help.
iccle mousie the potions ingredient – soon very soon.
lil pixie – I would definitly love to read something you wrote. I'll even glomp ya if ya do. (G) I liked it. The idea came from a reviewer. You guys are awesome in the muse department. Hehe Ahh but Sev is sposed to be clueless for now. Makes it more fun. Hehe I got a bit of writers block so I hope this Chappie lives up to expectations. It's not exactly what I was looking for but it was either put it up or abandon it so here it is. ;-)
poetrychik – Thank you. Well I promise not to torture him to much longer. Lemons on the way soon.
bblue269- Thanks and sorry it took so long for more. I'm worken as fast as my brain will let me. LOL
Barb – Thanks. Nope not abandoning it. Must finish. I need to know how it turns out. LOL I got the general idea of the story you see but some things are even surprising me.
Amara Tsu – Glad you like it. Oh no I'm the cause of missed school? Not good. Go to school then read. LOL
Coldqueen – Well I can be mean too. Lol Actually I got the idea from a reviewer and the stuffed snake was part of it.
Cshacklebolt – Thanks. Don't get caught reading at work. Lol Read on and see her date.
Fever(the_love_is_dead yahoo.com) - Thanks. Sorry I put in all I could remember. Well I did say it would be ocerish. Although I have known some Hermione's in real life and because of their grown upness both of them went through a period sorta like this. Where they just went nuts and acted like a kid. Of course stress can get to you and make you do things out of character like this. Mione's really never been a kid, I just look at this as her childhood year. Spastic Bookworm – OMG are you me? I'm a spastic bookworm too. Love the name. Thanks I hope you like the rest. Ezmerelda – Thanks I'm glad you like. Thanks for reviewing. Without you guys I'd probably give up. I'm not real confident in my writing skill. LOL
RichardIsMyHottie – Thanks Bunnybee – Thanks. Heaven sounds right. Hehe Sea – OMG Thank you. I loved Hermione's revenge myself. Corazon is an amazing writer. You made my day by comparing my story.
Sylvervixen – Thanks. I always try to read these in private. Though one night I laughed so hard the sig other said he couldn't sleep with all the noise. LOL
Heartnut – Thank you. I will.
Liz – Thank you. Don't worry poor sev will get over it. Hehe
azulkan2 – Thank you. I liked that too. Can't decide if the south park or the dr suess part was my fav chapter.
Childofnite – Thank you.
Mariteri – Thanks. Yes I noticed that. I'm going to revise when I am done and repost. I finally got a beta on the 6th chappie I hope it helped.
Katrina Tonak- Hehe Hermione just steamrolled right over them didn't she. LOL Thanks Ahh yes the south park chappie. I thought it was a good idea I'm glad ya liked it. It's about time Mione showed off her muggle heritage rather than downplaying it. Besides it makes for some funnys in the wizarding world. LOL I'm sorry to hear about that. I'd quit the team too after something like that being ignored. I'm glad I could make your day a little better. Don't relieve me. I love insanity. I hope you enjoy the rest as much. Hopefully I've got this block broke. I had such trouble with this chappie but I've got idea's and a handle on the next one.
lol76 – Here ya go. Hehe Thanks
mousie – Read on. Here's what she's going to do.
bonnie( - Thank you. I greatly appreciate it.
Dream and Write – Thank you. And I will definitly be coming to your forum as soon as I catch up here. I just got back from vacation and you know how that can be.
Kiddycat – Thank you. I'll do my best now my beta catches those mistakes. Hehe Ya know I was top of the class in english in school. It's starting to come back to me finally with the help of my beta. It's amazing what ten years out of school makes you forget.
Kelia K. – Sorry I just wanted to let everyone know I hadn't abandoned the story. Yes I had a great time on Vacation though it was rushed. I got to see my family and friends so it was great.
POORPI – Sorry life interfered. But here it is a couple days late but here. I hope it was worth the wait.
samantha snape- Sorry. Here ya go. I'll try and get another chap or two done this week and posted as penance. ;-)
*~*~*~*~* Chapter 18 Detentions so far 20. List of things Hermione can no longer do at Hogwarts 23
The day of the Yule Ball dawned clear and sunny with a nice film of white snow covering everything. Mione was looking forward to this evening almost as much as she was looking forward to her NEWTs, which was saying a lot. Breakfast in the Great Hall that morning was full of laughter and excited chatter.
"So Mione," Ron asked, "who are you taking to the ball? We are your friends, it's only fair that we should know."
"You'll see Ron, when we arrive and not a moment sooner."
"Krum's not here so we know it can't be him," Harry stated.
"What does it matter? You both have the dates you want," Hermione exclaimed, exasperated.
"We just don't like not knowing. We're nosy," Ron said, through a mouthful of eggs.
"Well that's just too bad, now isn't it?"
"What's too bad?" Draco asked, as several Slytherins slid into seats at the Gryffindor table.
"Mione won't tell us who she's going to the ball with." Harry told Dray, after a quick kiss.
"Well she's not going with a Slytherin, I can tell you that. She turned those who asked down flat," Dray told the group.
"Well, we'll find out tonight won't we, so no big deal. None of you will die of curiosity," Pansy laughed.
~*~*~*~*~
When it came time to start getting ready for the ball, Hermione grabbed her things and headed to the Room of Requirement. She took a nice long bath and pampered herself before starting to dress. She looked forward to seeing Severus's reaction when he saw her. Mione put on a few last minute touches before her date arrived. The ball had already started but they had planned being late. There was a knock on the door and Hermione opened it and smiled at her date, who offered his arm.
The Great Hall slowly fell silent as Hermione walked in on the arm of Hogwarts resident poltergeist. It was not only the fact that Mione had come to the ball with a ghost as her date that had some staring. Hermione was dressed head to toe in Slytherin colors. From the Slytherin green slippers on her feet, her green and silver dress robes, emerald and silver necklace and earrings, to the silver snake braclets on her wrists. Even her makeup was Slytherin colors. With her hair piled high on her head and little ringlets framing her face she looked enchanting. Not beautiful in the normal sense of the word, but enchanting just the same. She sought out Severus and was encouraged by the look on his face. It seemed the dreaded Potions Master of Hogwarts quite approved of her.
As Hermione dragged Peeves over to greet Harry, Dray and the rest of the group the hall erupted in chatter. Peeves excused himself to go over to the punch bowl, supposedly to get Hermione a drink.
"No wonder you wouldn't tell us who your date was," Ron laughed.
Harry and Dray and the other Slytherins just gave her a look as if wondering what she was up to. Mione just smiled at them as the hall quieted again as Severus made his way to the group of Slytherins and Gryffindors. He bowed before Mione as he reached her and held out his hand.
"I believe the first dance was promised to me," he said, silkily, as those around them gasped in surprise.
"I do believe your quite right sir. Shall we?"
The hall was silent as Hermione and Severus took a place on the dance floor. Those in the hall were so occupied with staring at the couple on the dance floor they forgot about Peeves for a moment. This was definitely going to be a night that would be talked about for a long long time.
"You look absolutely divine this evening, Mione," Severus whispered in her ear as they swept across the dance floor.
"You look rather dashing yourself Severus," Mione replied. "I'm sure the colors I'm wearing influenced your compliment though."
"Well green and silver do seem to be your colors my dear," Severus told her mischievously.
"Actually Severus, I do believe they're your colors," Hermione said, with a grin.
"Quite right, but they look so much better on you than me. Your going to have a lot of boys asking for a dance this evening."
"Be that as it may, this is the only one that matters," Mione said looking up at him through her lashes.
"A pity it's almost over already, you dance quite well. Perhaps we can share another later," Severus asked, almost shyly.
"I'd like that Severus," Mione said as the music ended and Severus returned her to her friends and bowed away.
Just then Peeves returned.
"I took the liberty of grabbing everyone a glass of punch," Peeves said with a wink to Mione.
The others looked at the glasses of punch as they took them off the tray and at Peeves suspiciously.
"Trust me, my friends," Mione said. "You'll definitely enjoy the punch."
Mione dragged Peeves off to the dance floor and they caused another spectacle as Peeves clasped her hand and raised her up off the floor. Everyone looked on in awe as Peeves and Hermione danced three feet off the floor. When the song ended they made their way around the room speaking with various people and greeting the Headmaster and teachers, who gave Peeves cold looks.
"Peeves," Dumbledore said, "I believe we disinvited you to any further school functions."
"True, Headmaster, quite true. But who could say no when such a lovely lady invites you to a ball?"
"Oh, there's Millicent waving to us. We really must go chat," Mione said, dragging Peeves away.
"Ok Peeves, give me one more dance with Severus and then it's party time," Hermione whispered as she made her way towards Severus.
"Professor, would you care for one last dance?"
"Why, Miss Granger, I'd be delighted," Severus said, with a smile and led her out onto the floor.
Meanwhile Peeves slowly glided his way out the door to collect a few party favors. The students had finally realized that the punch had somehow been spiked, even though most of the students efforts to do the same had failed, and were having a lovely time.
A little while later the students were startled as the first of the Weasley Wizarding Wheezes patented Filibuster Fireworks shot through the Great Hall lighting up the ceiling in Green and Silver, followed closely by all the other house colors. Of course they were charmed to only fly around the ceiling so that no one got hurt. From there chaos broke out as the students oohhed and ahhed over the many different creatures the fireworks erupted into as the teachers tried to get everyone to leave. Peeves was flying around letting off confetti bombs, glitter grenades and generally enjoying himself immensely. Someone had transformed the Great Hall to look like a park to go with the fireworks. Between the alcohol and the entertainment the students were having the time of their lives. Mione just smiled and waited for the inevitable, which came exactly six minutes later as Headmaster Dumbledore made his way to her.
"Miss Granger," he bellowed. "Peeves is NOT an acceptable date to the Yule Ball. In fact, you may not invite Peeves as your date or companion or anything to any school function ever again. Is that perfectly clear?"
"Yes sir," Mione said, trying not to laugh. "Now all of you are to return to your dormitory's immediately. After the fireworks show that is," Dumbledore said with a kind smile as he took a seat on the floor which was charmed to look like a grass hill and proceeded to ooh and ahhh with the students, while McGonagall and the other teachers tried to rein in the chaos.
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