AN: Welcome to Chapter Two of Hermione and Krum's story. I don't own them…oh well…enjoy!

Chapter Two – Girl Talk

I came bursting into the common room and looked around for Ginny, who was sitting by the fireplace, reading.

"Ginny, I'm so glad you're awake."

"What's up Hermione?"

"I have huge news!"

"What?"

"Come on, let's go talk in my room."

I chose my room since no one would be in there and I would be able to tell Ginny secretly.

"Alright Hermione, spill."

"Viktor Krum just asked me to the Yule Ball."

"Are you serious?"

I nodded quickly while grinning broadly.

"This is huge!"

"I know right?" At this point we were both acting like giddy mindless girls. I didn't know what had come over me but I was on a huge high from Viktor asking me out.

"I'm so excited for you!"

"Ginny, what am I going to wear?"

"I don't know Hermione. Didn't you bring dress robes?"

"Yes…oh I hope he likes them."

"I'm sure he will. You have to let me do your makeup."

"And you'll tame my hair?"

"Certainly Hermione. You will make his mouth drop open when Lavender and I are done with you."

"Lavender?"

"You know how she loves makeovers."

"Oh all right then. But I'm not telling her who my date is."

"Why the secret?"

"No one would believe me, and I'm sure I'd be made fun of by everyone."

"Fine…your secret is safe with me."

"Thanks Ginny, now about you…"

"What about me?"

"We need to find you a date…you're my best girlfriend…I want you there."

"Well, actually…"

"You have a date? Who?"

"Neville…"

"Oh that's wonderful Ginny!"

"Yes, I'm really excited. I already wrote to mum about getting some dress robes."

"Oh, that will be wonderful! I can't wait to see them Ginny."

"I'm excited to see them too…I hope mum picks out some good ones."

"Ginny, Viktor was so sweet when he asked me…"

"What do you mean?"

"I mean he was very kind. He took my hand and kissed it before he left."

"Oh, you need to be careful."

"What do you mean Ginny?"

"Well, I have many brothers and although most of them are of course noble, I have seen enough

to know that the male race of teenagers only wants one thing when it comes to females."

"I'm not sure of that."

"Hermione, please be careful; I don't want to see you get hurt."

"Ginny, when have I ever not been cautious?"

"I know you are Hermione…remember, I may only be 13, but my brothers have given me wisdom beyond my years."

"All right Ginny…I'll keep it in mind…thanks."

"No problem, Hermione…I can't wait!"

"Me either, Ginny…me either…"

AN: Next we have ball prep! Come back tomorrow!