A drop in the ocean
A change in the weather
I was praying that you and me might end up together,
It's like wishing for rain as I stand in the desert,
And I'm holding you closer than most
'Cause you are my heaven.
-A Drop in the Ocean, Ron Pope
A Rebel With A Tainted Heart: Chapter 2
They all waited, making sure everyone was off the train and hadn't left anything, before making their way to the carriages. Ginny was sad that by now, nearly every student in Hogwarts could see the Thestrals that pulled the carriages, including her. She would never forget Fred or seeing him as he crumpled to the floor. A small tear rolled down her face.
"Gin, sh it's okay, don't worry, Fred is happy wherever he is and he's looking down on you so proud!" Hermione engulfed the younger girl in a hug, which she accepted. The two boys beside them suddenly had knowing looks on their faces while Ginny looked embarrassed.
"Hey Red, come here," Blaise smiled lightly, wrapping an arm around Ginny. Surprisingly, she let him and Blaise's mind was going a hundred miles an hour. He fancied the girl a lot and hated seeing her upset.
"Granger we'll go on and find a carriage, come on," Draco said, gesturing to the carriages. Hermione followed him, practically running to keep up with his long strides. He opened the door of a compartment for her and she thanked him, surprised. He was quite the gentleman.
"I guess Potter and the Weasel didn't wait up for you two then," Draco raised a perfect blond eyebrow as Hermione shrugged nonchalantly.
"Well none of us are together anymore, they probably don't feel the need to," She replied.
"What did the Weasel King do now?" He asked, amusement twinkling in his eyes.
"Cheated on me numerous times with Lavender before the War and also recently with Parvati," Hermione sighed.
She had just told her ex-enemy something that she hadn't told anyone but Harry. Not even Ginny knew.
-Did I just think of Draco Malfoy as my EX-ENEMY? Oh okay, suddenly he's my friend? What am I thinking?!
"Were they those half-wit Gryffinwhores? One had the ridiculous colour name? Who the hell has two colours as a name?" He sneered at the thought of them. His expression turned to shock, which he quickly masked, when Hermione burst into laughter.
"Yep, that's them. I don't really care to be honest, Ronald Weasley is an arse," She giggled and Draco froze. That was the sexiest sound he had ever heard but he cleared this throat quickly, shaking the thought out of his head.
"Well finally, I've been trying to get people to realise that for years," He scoffed and she smiled. Suddenly, Ginny and Blaise appeared in the compartment, Ginny sitting beside her best friend and Blaise beside his. Hermione raised an eyebrow but Ginny shook her head, inside she was smiling. Blaise Zabini was a good guy, just like Draco Malfoy. This year would be a better one.
Everyone reached the castle safely, narrowly avoiding the mishap of a first year who nearly fell over board. The Heads were told to wait with the First Years, as Professor McGonagall needed to talk to them.
-I am so hungry, hurry up!
Ginny tried to stop her stomach rumbling, but it was no use so she just stood with her arms crossed, glaring at all the first years who were shifting nervously in front of them all.
"Ginny, stop glaring at them!" Hermione nudged her fiery friend in the ribs but it was to no avail.
"I'm hungry and this is holding me up!" She snapped before turning away.
"Woah, Red's snappy when she hasn't had food, yeouch!" Blaise whispered, him and Draco chuckling slightly.
"I heard that you di-" She couldn't finish her sentence as Hermione promptly slapped a hand over her mouth.
"What was she going to say?" One of the braver first years asked curiously.
"She was going to call him a 'delightful young man' I think," Draco replied, trying not to laugh at the wide eyes of his best friend.
"I'll bet she was," Blaise muttered darkly.
"You're Draco Malfoy and Blaise Zabini aren't you?" The little girl asked them.
"Yes we are, who's asking?" Blaise laughed, eyes twinkling.
"I am obviously. He seems a bit slow that one. Well, I think that you two are very brave especially for defecting in the War and I find you inspirational," She grinned.
"Um thank you?" Malfoy replied. The girl smiled pleasantly before turning round to her friends and chatting to them once more.
"Aw, she was cute," Hermione giggled while Draco stood, shell shocked.
"She called me slow," Blaise sounded highly offended and his best friend snorted.
"You are mate," He rolled his eyes.
"Oh yeah!" Blaise chuckled and Draco put his face in his hands. His best friend really was an idiot, but that was what he liked about him. A sharp clicking of heels alerted them that Professor McGonagall was approaching.
"Good evening First Years and - ah, your Heads and Deputy Heads are here. Right you four, we want you all sitting together at the top of the Gryffindor table. No complaining now go! I will see you after dinner, as well. And Ginevra, do take that scowl of your face. It isn't becoming of a girl your age," The Professor tutted before addressing the First Years.
With a hesitant push of the large wooden doors, the four stepped inside the Hall, almost identical as to how it had been before the damage of the War.
"Ooh look it's Draco Malfoy and Blaise Zabini!"
"Oh they're so hot!"
"They defected did you know?"
"Well obviously they're angels!"
"More like Gods!"
Whispers echoed around the Hall and the two boys smirked as they heard what was being said. It was like nothing had ever changed - although the Gryffindorks still looked angry as hell.
The Gryffindor's faces darkened as they watched the four sit down in the empty space at the top of the table. Ginny and Hermione sat on one side, while Blaise and Draco sat opposite them. Ginny rolled her eyes as they sank onto the bench.
"Honestly, if anything, being Death Eaters has made you two more attractive to all these girls."
"Including you Red? You sound jealous," Blaise winked at her but quickly made his face indifferent after a stern glare from the witch.
-Damn, she's scary as!
Finally, silence took over as the First Years strolled into the Hall, looking as scared as ever. It seemed like yesterday that they all were in their exact places.
As the Hat and stool was placed in front of the Staff Table, Hermione couldn't help but smile. It was like she had never left - she was back home.
Hermione had never been so glad to see the Hogwarts food in all her life, no matter how much she disapproved about house elves making it. Although Professor Dumbledore had assured her numerous times that all the house elves were paid and had been offered holidays. Both girls were definitely amazed watching the two boys with dinner. Blaise and Draco were so different to Harry and Ron. Where the two Gryffindors were greedy and shovelled food down like animals, the two Slytherins ate with poise and elegance, using their cutlery and eating normal sized amounts. Ginny and Hermione stared open-mouthed at them.
"What?" Blaise asked, putting his fork down.
"Just you two, you eat so nicely!" Ginny shook her head.
"Isn't this how you're supposed to eat?" Draco was confused.
"Well I guess, but we're used to Harry and Ron and they basically eat like animals," Hermione replied and Draco snorted derisively.
"Figures it would be the Twat Twins you'd compare us to," He rolled his eyes and Hermione smacked his arm across the table. He just smirked at her.
-Will someone please stop him smirking at me it's so bloody hot, like him yum! Oh my god this is Draco freaking Malfoy Hermione! You know, Death Eater and all?! You can't think he's hot it's like against the rules or something and Harry and Ron won't like it. You mean Ron won't like it. Oh who gives a fuck about Ron!
The others were oblivious to Hermione's internal mind struggle and she quickly tried to focus as Professor Dumbledore took his usual place behind the podium, as the owl spread his wings. Everyone was glad to see the old wizard back where he belonged.
"Welcome back to all you older students and welcome to our youngest I hope you all shall find your years here as excellent as they can be. Firstly I shall introduce your teachers:
Professor Sprout – Herbology
Professor Slughorn - Defence Against The Dark Arts Professor Snape - Potions-"
At this, the whole hall broke into whispers. They all knew of the plan between Dumbledore and Snape and many were actually glad to have the sallow-faced bat like man back. Professor Dumbledore coughed before smiling and carrying on.
Professor Babbling - Ancient Runes
Professor Binns - History of Magic
Professor Magelda - Muggle Studies
Professor Trelawney – Divination
Professor Flitwick – Charms
Professor McGonagall – Transfiguration
Professor Vector – Arithmancy
And of course Madam Pomfrey our school nurse, any problems you should see her in the hospital wing. I believe I should mention that our seventh years from last year are joining us as eighth years for this year only. Also, as usual the Forbidden Forest is out of bounds and the Room of Requirement, due to its destruction by Fiendfyre.
Lastly, I shall introduce your Heads and Deputy Heads for this year. Your Deputy Head Girl is - Ginny Weasley! And your Head Girl is Hermione Granger!"
They stood up and surprisingly every house clapped even Slytherin.
"Your Deputy Head Boy is Blaise Zabini and your Head Boy is Draco Malfoy!"
Harry half-smiled as they both stood up but Ron was livid. The teachers were amazed at the noise for the two Slytherins. Students were clapping and cheering and the Slytherins were banging their hands on their table in excitement.
"Alright now could you four please wait behind and the rest of you, off to bed pip pip!"
Harry came up to them and hugged the two girls before shaking the two Slytherins hands.
"Well done guys, you all deserve it, I'm glad you got it. I trust you'll look after the girls so I'm happy, sorry about Ron. I'll find you later Hermione, Ginny," Harry gave them one last hug before following Ron who stomped out, incredibly angry and not looking back.
Shortly after, Professor McGonagall glided over to them all.
"As you've probably guessed, you four will be sharing dormitories this year. Due to the rebuilding, the Gryffindor, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff dormitories are closer together so Mr Zabini and Miss Weasey, you will have a dormitory on the floor above," McGonagall explained.
"I. HAVE. TO. SHARE. WITH. THAT!" Ginny practically screamed.
"I'M. STUCK. WITH. HER!" Blaise yelled.
"Afraid so Miss Weasley, Mr Zabini," Professor McGonagall replied.
"And I'm stuck with him!" Hermione said angrily jerking her head at Draco who crossed his arms.
"I'm with her, right ok and Blaise you should be grateful, you're getting out of the freezing dungeons and I'm getting out of A - doesn't matter," He shifted his eyes downward and Professor McGonagall pulled him aside from the others.
"Dumbledore told me Mr Malfoy, he's sorry he wasn't there to get you and I wish I was too but I didn't know as my poor husband was still in the ground. But I am sorry and please do look after Miss Granger and open up to her at least, you two could surprise each other," She half-smiled mysteriously before walking back over to the others.
"Come now, I'll show you your dormitories," She beckoned them after her and they followed silently.
Author's Note:- Hey guys, just wanted to say thanks for reading - this is my first Harry Potter fanfic, I just love Dramione and Blanny ok?! Anyway feel free to let me know what you think, I'll take it all in. Sorry this chapter's kinda boring but the next will be better, promise! Yeah so thanks and keep reading and reviewing - I love you lot!:D