Chapter 5: Getting Her Back

AN: I have risen from the Dead! And I have come for your souls! Lol just kidding! But no seriously I haven't written anything in months! I'm really sorry about that I have no excuse but the simple facts that I go extremely lazy and had a lot going on in my life: summer job, senior year and all that stuff. Oh and the simple fact that I got lazy! But I'm Gonna try to update as much as my schedule allows hope you guys enjoy!

"Ungh" Harry grunted as began to wake up. Before he could see where he was, he smelled it. Ugh, the hospital wing. I hate the hospital wing. Why do always seem to end up here? Wait…how did I end up here? Wasn't I…? Harry opened his eyes and sat up. He immediately gasped and lay back down. The pain he felt getting the better of him. Damn, 'Mione's spells hurt like a bitch. This time, he sat up slowly and looked around.

"How did I get here?" He asked himself.

"I can answer that." A voice said. He turned his head and saw that it was madam Pomfrey. "Mrs. Granger brought you in here." Wait…'Mione brought me here, but she…

"Ma'am, did she say anything when she brought me here?"

"Ahh, yes, she did. She said something about not feeling sorry for doing this to you and that you deserved it. I asked her if she were going to stay with you but she said that you were a git that didn't deserve to have her stay with you and to tell you all of this when you woke up so that you know what you lost. Whatever that means."

"Uhh…thanks. Can I go now?" Harry asked. He really wanted to find his best, well she wasn't his friend anymore, but he still wanted to find her and make this right.

"I'm sorry mister Potter but not just yet. Now that you are awake, I need to run another scan than you can go enjoy the rest of your day." Madam Pomfrey began to wave her wand around in thoroughly practiced strokes for several moments. Once she was done, a piece of parchment appeared out of thin air. "Hmm, so it seems that you are just fine now. The spell you were hit with doubled with the landing caused about 2 cracked ribs and some head injury. But you are all healed now, just a little sore. It should go away in a couple of days. You are free to go." She said. She promptly walked away and began attending to her other charges. Harry gingerly stood up and began to slowly walk out of the Room. Noticing the time, Harry made his way to the Great Hall for dinner.

When he walked through the doors, he saw his target sitting with their friends and laughing as if all was right with the world. But he could tell something was wrong. Something's off about her. I can't put my finger on it but- He pulled himself out of his thoughts and began walking to the empty seat next to her.

"'Moine, can we-'

"What are you doing here? Didn't my spell give you enough of a message, I. DON'T. WANT. ANYTHING. TO. Do. WITH. YOU. So leave me alone." She promptly pushed him away from her and turned her attention the red head in front of her. "So Ginny, what were you saying?"

"Her…Hermione I-"

"Did I NOT make myself clear the first time?" Harry put his head down and muttered "Fine" Before he stood up off the floor, pain shooting through his body, and began walking away. She never noticed the single tear that rolled down his cheek. She pushed open the doors to the Great Hall, and made his way up to Gryffindor Tower.

"Uh Hermione, don't you think that was a bit harsh?"

"No Neville. I don't he hurt me so badly that he deserves every bit of it." The conversation ended and they ate in silence.

Later that night, Harry walked into the Common room, just getting back from getting his clue of the first task from Hagrid. Dragons? I can't believe we have to face Dragons (I have no idea if I mentioned this in the other chapters. I checked but saw no trace but I could be wrong.) Who the hell makes students, no matter what year they're in, face dragons? This is suicidal but…I have no choice to do it. He sighed and looked around the common room. He noticed a bushy head over the top of her favorite chair facing the fireplace. Ok Potter, you can do this. She may hate your guts and doesn't want a thing to do with you but, you…can't do this. He sighed again and walked around the chair to stand in front of her.

"Hermione…can we-"

"No we cannot." She said briskly.

"What happened? Why are you being like this?"

"Why am I- you should know why I'm being like this and if you don't than you don't need to hear it from me. Figure it out on your own Potter." She said, anger filling her voice. She grabbed her book and stood up. She pushed past him and walked up the stairs to her dorm violently. He didn't have the chance to notice her tears threatening to fall.

A few days later, it was time for the first task. All the other contestants finished their rounds and it was time for him to face the Horntail. Just my luck. I have to face the worst dragon of them all. Life sucks so much! He sighed

"Please welcome the fourth champion, HARRY POTTER!" Sounded throughout the stadium. Harry took two deep breaths and stepped out of the tent. Nor ready to face his challenge.

The first thing that harry did when he entered the arena was look for Hermione. There may have been tons of students but he was confident that he could spot her in any crowd no matter what side. Ah, there she goes should I w- this thought slipped from his mind forcibly as he was smacked into the nearest rock formation by an angry dragons paw (do dragons have paws?). Ah, that hurt like a bitch. Harry stood slowly and shook the stars out of his eyes. Got to stay focused. With that thought in mind, he picked up his fallen wand and walked towards the dragon.

This is gonna be hard but I can do it. Let's think. The egg is protected from magic. I can't call for it, levitate it or move it magically so what am I gonna do. He sighed I have no idea. This time, he dodged another blow from the dragon by jumping behind some rocks. I wish I could fly. That's when it clicked. Wait…Fly. I can't fly myself but my broom can. And it gets me around the rules ha! I'm a genius. Now what was that spell. Hmm I remember Her…her telling me it. It was…Accio! That was it accio. Now let's see if it will work. Harry tried it on the rock next to him. It took a couple of tries but he got it. Now for my broom. "Accio Firebolt" He shouted, pointing his wand towards the direction of the Tower. Nothing happened and he started to panic. Dammit, and I thought that would work. The dragon saw him moving around and tried to attack him. Harry jumped out of the way and ran behind a different boulder.

Harry got brave and tried to run between the Horntail's legs, trying to get the golden egg. This failed as the dragon began breathing fire at Harry. This caused him to panic and run back to his position. Suddenly, something flashed in Harry's eyesight. He looked up and saw that it was his Firebolt. When the right time came, he jumped on it and began flying circles around the dragon. The crowd started going wild seeing harry do what he did best. The Dragon, in its rage, managed to break free of his chains and fly after Harry. As Harry's hands grasped the golden egg, he was hit by searing flames from the angry creature. Harry land on the ground. Before he could think anything or make a move, he was knocked aside by the dragon's spiky tail. Not only did it knock him around a good bit, it also pierced him on his side and face, causing blood to spray everywhere. Harry hit the ground and didn't say a word, nor move a muscle. He was out cold. Before the dragon could do more damage to the defenseless champion, it was stopped by several of the teachers and dragon handlers on sight.

Madam Pomfrey placed Harry in a stasis charm and levitated Him into the hospital area. Hoping she could save the young man. In the audience, everyone was silent, minds replaying what they had just saw. Hermione, not being able to take it, ran from the arena, tears flowing down her face.

Harry lay in the Hospital wing. He was finally opened his eyes and looked around.

"Ugh. The Hospital wing again. Man, that dragon got me good." Harry struggled but managed to sit himself up after a few attempts. I wonder if anyone came to see me? I wonder how long I've been out? Harry looked around the room before attempting to resulted in pain rocking Harry's body. He shouted out a little bit and sat back on the bed. The Healer came running after she heard his shouts of pain.

"Potter. You're finally awake. That's good. You've been sleep for a long time. But that doesn't give you the ability to try and stand. You're not fully healed yet." She said.

"How long was I out" He said, pain still shooting through his body.

"A week and a half." She replied while giving him a pain potion. The pain subsided after a few moments.

"A week and more! Are you kidding me? The dragon did that much damage?'

"Oh yeah, It did a lot of damage. In fact, it caused major burns to your body, several broken ribs, a concussion, a broken arm and a punctured lung and several scar over your body. I'm sorry but the one on your face, I was unable to get rid of." Harry wasn't even paying attention. Did she come visit me? I hope so.

A few days later, Harry was released and aloud to go back to his dorm for some rest. It was night time, a few minutes before curfew so no one was in the halls. When he got to the common room, he said the password and entered. There, he saw Hermione sitting in her favorite chair. This time, I'm gonna make her talk to me. He walked in front of her and removed the book she had in her hands.

"We need to talk." He said.

"I don't want to talk to you Harry. Just leave me alone." She said. Although this time, it wasn't said with the hateful tone she was using with him for some reason.

"Well too bad. We are going to talk whether you like it or not. Now what the hell is going on? Why do you hate me all of a sudden? I haven't done a thing for you to hate me. I've done nothing but be your best friend. I've done Nothing to deserve this treatment so what gives?"

"Haven't done anything? Harry, you are the reason I'm acting like this. It's all been a joke. A game that you've decided to play. You act all caring and sentimental, like you want to help me and be there for me but it was all a game. I'm tired of being played with and I'm tired of the games. They've been played all my life and I thought you were different but I guess I was wrong. Besides you're the one that doesn't want to be friend anymore." With that said, she began to walk away.

"Wait a minute. What the hell are you talking about? I never said that I didn't want to be your friend. That is far from the truth. You're my best friend. Well, you were. I love you I would never Not want to be friends with you and for you to believe whatever lie someone told you, that just wrong."

"Harry. Are you telling the truth? Because so help me Merlin if you lying-'

'I'm not lying. I wouldn't lie about this. I love you. I would never lie about being your friend. I'm miserable without you talking to me. I miss you. I want you back. I have no idea what I did or who told you that I didn't want your friendship but I do. It means the world to me. You're the only one that has ever stuck by me through thick and thin. I would never jeopardize that. Never." He said with tears in his eyes. He made sure to project all of the truth he was feeling into his words. Hermione began crying. She walked up to him and pulled him into a hug.

"I'm so sorry Harry. I'm so sorry I did that to you. You're the best thing to ever happen to me. I love you to but I was blinded by the lies. Can you ever forgive me?"

"I already did."He whispered in her ear as he hugged her "I'm glad I have you back."

'I'm glad I have you back as well." Both of their cheeks matched in redness. They stood like that for a few more moments.

"'Mione, Who tried to destroy us?' Harry asked. Hermione pulled back and looked into his eyes, wondering if she should tell him yet. She went with her head rather than her heart. Like always.

"Harry…It was Ron"

End of Chapter 5

Man. It's late and I'm tired but I did it. I hope you guys like it. Can't wait till I write the next chapter. Yayy they are finally back! Awesome lol till next time!