When they finally reached an empty compartment Harry, Ron, Hermione and the twins sat down while Draco stood cautiously near the door still wary of how he would be treated. It was Fred that broke the awkward silence. "You can sit down you know, we aren't going to bit your head off you know."
Well, you never know Draco thought as he sat down next to Ron and opposite Hermione trying to look anywhere but directly at her.
"Look mal-Draco I know we never got on in the past and we all acted a little immaturely but, well Dumbledore told us everything that had happened and we understand that it wasn't you. I'm not trying to say I think you're a fluffy bunny but I don't reckon you're as bad as we thought. So I want to make a truce. Also you'll be spending a lot of time with Hermione." with that Draco and Hermione looked at each other then at Harry in confusion
"Well you aren't supposed to know yet but… congratulations, you're the new head boy and girl!"
"Oh my god! Really?! I have to owl mum and dad, can I borrow Hedwig? How do you know? Did Dumbledore tell you? Why didn't he tell us? Oh wow I'm so happy!" Hermione rushed.
Draco just sat there startled.
"Whoa breathe Hermione." Ron laughed.
"Of course you can borrow Hedwig. Yes Dumbledore told me. He didn't say because he wanted it to be a surprise, he thought that after what you two had been through these years and the good people you have become that you were the best two for the job." Harry answered but he was looking at Draco, he wanted him to know that Dumbledore wanted this and to subtly reassure him that he'd do well. Then he lowered his voice to make sure no one passing would hear." Also the new defense against the dark arts teacher will be professor Kroger or professor Dumbledore in disguise. We can't let on that it's him though. He wanted to be near the students to make sure they were safe but he's obviously meant to be dead."
They spent the remainder of the journey discussing what's happen that year as they hadn't had a peaceful year yet and what with Dumbledore out in the open it sure wouldn't be quiet. Half way there they were joined by Ginny, Neville and Luna. Members of the D.A came in and out and all were surprised to find them talking and laughing with Draco. Harry just told them that Draco was alright and a lot had changed and they should give him a chance. To Draco's surprise they agreed and he found that they weren't as bad as he first believed. Well who'd have thought it, I Draco Malfoy am sat on the train with Harry Potter, four Weasleys, Hermione Granger, Luna Lovegood and Neville Longbottom having fun! Never thought I'd see the day. Then again it's a lot better than sat in silence with them lot or having Pansy whisper 'seductive' things in my ear. If only Blaise were here I'd feel less awkward, thank god he didn't go to Voldermort maybe he'll hang around with us too. Draco thought to himself.
When they reached the great hall they split off and Draco went to join the slytherin table which was looking very empty, the majority of them having joined lord Voldermort. Draco went and sat next to Blaise, the slytherins that has remained looked at Draco with both fear and respect. There was no doubt about it he was still the slytherin prince.
Professor McGonagall stood up and addressed everyone "there will be many changes taking place this year inside school. Security will be extra vigilant and pupils must do there upmost to protect themselves and each other. House unity is more important than ever before. Let us put aside our differences and work together in this battle, let us uphold the honor of this great and historic school. Not one person here does not deserve to be the only thing that matters is the person you are inside and the path you choose to take. Forget about blood or race or peoples past. Look at the good. Now I would like to introduce the new defense against the dark arts teacher professor Kroger. He will be here for this year only. I would also like to congratulate the new head boy and girl Mr. Draco Malfoy and Miss Hermione Granger. Now enjoy the feast."
With that the plates before them were suddenly piled with food and the hall erupted into chatter. Everyone was discussing the new teacher and how Draco had become head boy.
When they had finished Harry, Ron, Hermione, Ginny, Neville and the twins got up to leave at the same time as Draco. He walked a little slower to the doors than them not sure if they'd want him and Blaise to walk with them but when the group reached the doors they turned to wait for them both. They left the hall talking like old friends. I'm so happy that they all finally grew up and dropped the petty rivalry; it'll make such a difference. Draco and Blaise seem like decent people as well and I do have to say Draco's looking a lot better this year. Wait, no shh I didn't think that. Hermione thought as they made there way through the castle. They reached the gargoyle that led up to McGonagall's office as the head boy and girl had yet to be shown the location of there new dorm. The two felt awkward as they knocked of the door, neither could really believe that they were in the same room together and getting on. Hermione said the password "skittles" and the gargoyle sprang to life. They stood on the rotating staircase and found themselves outside the large wooden door. Draco knocked and they heard professor McGonagall give them permission to enter. "Ah yes now before I take you to your new dormitories I would like to discuss a few things with you both. I believe you were informed of the actual events of last year, I would like to know whether or not you have put your old differences aside. Mr. Malfoy isn't evil as we all believed and Miss Granger has a lovely personality if you get to know her. So will you at least make a truce?" the new head asked somewhat desperately.
Draco smiled at the professor and then at Hermione "we're way ahead of you professor, we even shared a compartment on the train. We all agree that we acted most uncivilized in the past and have decided to get to know each other better."
"Do harry, Ron and the other Weasleys agree with this?"
This time Hermione replied. "Yes professor, they were with us in the compartment and I believe have dropped there prejudice and realized that they do actually have a lot in common."
"Well that certainly does come as a surprise, a good one though. Come now I need to show you to your dormitories."
With that the three of them descended down the staircase, they walked in the direction of the room of requirement but stopped at the corridor next to it. At first Hermione and Draco were confused as there was no portrait but they both distinctly remembered a portrait being there last year. The professor answered there unanswered question. "We decided this year that we would change the portrait, from now on it shall be a picture of the two of you. You will come to my office tomorrow morning at 9:30 and an artist will be there but until then you shall have to tap the stone 3 times and then answer a question that only you will know. Now I have some business to attend to, I shall see you both in the morning." And with that the professor turned on her heel and left them both stood there quite shocked.
"You want to go first?" Hermione asked in a slightly nervous voice.
"I'm not all that sure I want you to know everything about me just yet." Draco replied.
"Oh yes because you're life is so wonderful and interesting that I have to know everything about it."
"That's what happens when you're the hottest guy ever." Draco said with his old sense of confidence.
"No. I wouldn't agree with that, but you did make a cute ferret." Hermione smirked.
"Fine I'll answer first, BUT I'm not going to enter we'll allow it to close and then you open it that way we're both even."
"Fine just hurry I need sleep."
Draco tapped the wall 3 times feeling rather stupid as he did so when a voice came from no where and asked "What is the name of your favorite teddy?"
Draco turned bright red and Hermione nearly cried from laughter.
"Mr. Truffles…" Draco muttered.
At this point Hermione was nearly on the floor she was laughing that hard.
"Shut up. I named him when I was three!" Draco shouted highly embarrassed.
"It's…okay…Draco…I won't tell…anyone about…Mr. Truffle…" Hermione said between her laughter.
Draco glared in response. "Come on your turn now." He smirked.
Hermione's laughter quieted she was nervous of what she'd be asked but didn't show it. She stepped forward with hr head held high and tapped the wall 3 times once again the voice spoke. "What is your most treasured possession?"
Hermione froze she really didn't want Draco to know this. "My mothers ring." She whispered hoping that would be enough.
However the voice replied. "That is not enough, you need to say why."
Hermione swallowed, Draco watched her with curiosity waiting for her reply. "She left it me before she died three weeks ago; it proves I'm a pureblood."
Draco's mouth dropped open he couldn't believe it oh my god, Hermione's a pureblood?? Oh my god! Why didn't she tell anyone? Does pot-harry and Ron know? I didn't know her mum had died! Oh my god! Draco was thinking until he noticed that Hermione was crying. He walked forward and hugged her awkwardly. Not knowing if she would be okay with him touching her. He looked at the wall and found there was now a large hole that lead to there dormitory and he gently helped her inside and sat her on the sofa next to the fire.
Sorry I've took so long…coursework :( please review I want to know what you think…and any constructive criticism would be greatly appreciated. Thank you x