Caught playing chess.
"Ron…" Ginny sighed.
"What?" Ron said, not even looking up from his chess game.
"When are you going to wrap your dense head around the fact that Hermione is not Lavender?"
"All I said yesterday was that-"
"I know what you said Ron." Ginny said quietly.
"What did Ron say?" Pansy asked.
"Ron told Hermione that she needed protecting from Malfoy."
Pansy laughed. "Ronnie, you have just ruined your chances with Hermione- BEFORE she figures out you're cheating."
"She'll never figure it out, Pans." Ron scoffed at this idea.
"Ron, if you don't tell her soon, I will." Ginny put her hand to her temples. "This is getting out of hand."
Ron looked down, somewhat ashamed of himself. "Thanks for keeping it a secret. I love Hermione but- Who knows what the Ferret could be doing to her?"
"Ron, I know you're worried about Hermione, but she can take care of herself. I know she can."
Hermione's POV
I woke up from the nap I had taken even more confused.
"Malfoy?" I called out, somewhat unsure of what I was doing.
I heard footsteps coming down the hallway, as Malfoy probably went reluctantly to my room.
"Granger?"
Back to Ron
"Pansy, I don't know what to do anymore. I love Hermione but-"
Pansy smiled. "It's alright Ron. Everything will be alright."
Back to Hermione
"Thanks Malfoy." I almost sobbed. "Thank you for watching The Vow with me."
"You're welcome Granger."
As he turned to leave, I thought I saw a fleeting smile on his face.
A/N: Hey watchers! Thanks for waiting. Things are moving along now, aren't they? Hehehehehe….
Anyway, the next chappie will have some surprises. I'm trying to make it so that Ron really isn't the bad guy here, but things will become more angsty in the next chapter. I not saying what will happen, just be prepared!