Classes seem to drag on but at last, free period came. I memorised half of my timetable that Professor McGonagall had given out so I knew after free period, that left Potions with Professor Slughorn and Herbology with Professor Sprout. I smiled with delight knowing that Draco was in both of those classes. Ugh Malfoy, again. And this time I actually called him Draco, in my own head! It was probably because I bumped into him today, that's why I can't get him out of my head.
During free period I headed off to the library and curled up into one of the cushioned chairs towards the back. This was my favourite place to spend time and read. I picked out a new book called "Ten Chapters of Standard Potion Making" and began to read, perched up by the glass window. Now and then I'd look out the sustained window and see the Gryffindor Quidditch Team already training for their next match.
Free period was nearly over but I was so enthralled by my new book, I didn't realise. I also didn't realise that someone was sitting on the chair opposite me and when I glanced up, I choked.
"Better hurry off to class Granger or you'll be late." Malfoy teased.
"Says you. You know you'll be late too." I laughed.
Malfoy grinned. I noticed that he took his robes off and underneath he wore a plain white top which brought out the muscle tone on his body. Malfoy caught me staring and looked amused.
We sat there for a while longer, then he stood up, shot out his hand and said, "Come on Granger, we don't want to be late on the first day."
I stared at him, dumbfounded, not knowing whether or not I was supposed to take his hand. Malfoy recognised the shock written all over my face, and murmured something about the cat getting my tongue. I took his hand and he pulled me up. Both of us didn't let go immediately, he let go when he became aware of what he was still doing. Malfoy and I absconded out of the library and walked to Potions class. I followed him by the heel and caught a whiff of his nifty cologne. We rocked up to class just in the nick of time and shuffled to our seats, exchanging no eye contact or smiles.
Ginny saw the whole thing in awe and gave me a 'you-owe-me-an-explanation' look. I nodded and turned to face Professor Slughorn for the start of class. Half way through the lesson, Slughorn's voice began to drain out and my mind started to wander. What happened at the library was completely perplexing but it wasn't a bad thing. It almost felt wonderful and I prayed that it would happen again.
"Miss Granger," I heard Professor say. I jumped abruptly out of my seat and orbited around to face Professor Slughorn.
"Y-yes, Professor?" I stammered.
Professor glanced at me with both eyes and said…
"Your partner for this assignment will be Draco Malfoy."
* Yay for Dramione! Thanks to everyone who's reading, which I doubt would be many. Again, all characters belong to J.K Rowling. Next chapter will be up soon, as always :)