A/N: It's me again! Hope you guys like the story so far. Well, here's Chapter 3 then!

(I do not own Harry Potter, The awesome J. K Rowling does)

I sat up awake startled from a horrible nightmare. Malfoy and I were fighting and when I least expected it, he kissed my cheek

But then, I realized it did happen. All of it did

Ron and Lavender, that fight, Malfoy's kiss

I touched my cheek where Malfoy's lips had been. It felt rather eerie though. Why would Malfoy do that?

Hermione, do not overthink this I reminded myself He did it to tease you that's all

I realized that breakfast already ended and I overslept! I quickly took off my pajamas and exchanged it for my uniform. I brushed my hair a few times, brushed my teeth then went out of the common room in a rush. I ran in the vacant corridor where only the loud taps of my shoes can be heard.

When I reached the Dungeons, I was already panting and covered in sweat. I prepped myself before I snuck in the room where Prof. Slughorn had his attention on the chalkboard. I silently closed the door then tiptoed to my usual seat where Malfoy had his head down, probably sleeping.

"Where have you been?" Harry hissed from the table beside mine

"I overslept" I whispered in embarrassment "Did I miss anything?"

Harry shook his head then he turned back his attention to Prof. Slughorn.

Several tables away from me were Ron and Lavender. They were snuggling and giggling, it was annoying. I turned my attention to Prof. Slughorn who was now telling us how potions differ with each other.

Next to me, Malfoy groaned. He shifted his head to my direction so I can clearly see him. His eyes were closed and his lips parted. If he wasn't Malfoy, I'll probably say that he looks so heavenly. I've never seen Malfoy so peaceful

"Stop staring" Malfoy whispered

I didn't realize I was. Right there, I blushed "I wasn't staring"

"Why do you always deny things?" Malfoy whimpered "I don't really care if you were staring, so just admit it"

I was staring. But if I admit that I did stare, he'll think that I have feelings for him. Which is not true…I think.

"There was something on your face" I said as an excuse

"Ah" Malfoy grinned "Of course there was"

I turned back my attention to Prof. Slughorn trying to forget everything that happened. I felt Malfoy's gaze at me with that awful grin

"I want to know more about you, Hermione Granger" Malfoy said from beside me

I turned to look at him "What?"

He rolled his eyes "I want to take you out"

I scowled at his joke "I'm sorry?"

"Just for tonight" Malfoy gave out a cute groan

"No" I frowned "I don't think so"

"Why not? Are you afraid of me?" Malfoy said with a playful tone

"I am not afraid of you!" I quickly spoke "I just don't like you that's all"

Malfoy raised a brow "I don't care if you don't like me, Granger. We're going out as 'potions partners'. All you have to do is nod and say 'yes'"

"And if I agree to go out with you, what's in it for me?" If I did go I might as well have something in return. A Granger being seen out with a Malfoy seems impossible. But then, why is Malfoy asking me to go out with him?

Malfoy tapped his chin with his finger "I'll convince Slughorn that I'm doing well so that you can go back being partners with Potter."

I bit my lip "And if I don't"

Malfoy gave out a low chuckle "Then, you'll be stuck with me for the rest of this year"

I sat on my bed staring at the cemented wall in front of me. It was a fine Saturday morning and I'm supposed to be out with Malfoy today. I gripped my duvet not knowing what to do. I want to be rid of Malfoy even if it's only in my studies. I want nothing to do with him. So, I might as well go

I replaced my sleepwear with my pink blouse which had this ribbon on it I love, a pastel skirt I casually threw on and a pair of doll shoes. I looked at myself in the mirror. I don't look bad but my hair seemed awfully messy and I can't go out like that. I took a headband from the drawer and used it to push back my hair.

Now, that's better

I bit my lip as I realized what I've been doing. Am I actually trying to look good for Malfoy? It seemed silly so I shook my head trying to clear off the thought

No, I'm a girl and girls should look proper. I have no intention of looking good for Malfoy

I jogged downstairs. I felt their gazes at me but I just shrugged

"Don't you look rather stunning" Ginny beamed from the couch "Where are you going?"

I turned to look at her. Where am I going?

"I don't know" was all I said before I went out of the common room

Malfoy and I agreed to meet each other outside of the Gryffindor common room. Surprisingly as I went out of the common room, Malfoy was already there. He leaned on the wall looking over the parched window overlooking The Stone Circle. He had his hair ruffled and he looked rather casual with his grey shirt and his pair of pants. It was not something a Malfoy would wear.

He glared at me as I gave out a sigh. He scanned me from head to toe, it made me flinch. Then, he smiled

"Are you ready?" Malfoy raised a brow, his arm extended

I gave out a low sigh before I took his hand "Ready"

I gasped and fluttered my eyes open. We stood in the middle of a familiar village. There were cottage and shops. There were people walking around, their muffled laughter was the only thing I can hear. We were in Hogsmeade

Malfoy stood beside me with a grin on his face. I felt my hand throb and then I remembered I was holding Malfoy's hand. I realized that I was gripping it too hard

I quickly took my hand away

"Would we-"I was supposed to ask if we would get in trouble but he stopped me

"No, we won't be in trouble. My father asked for permission and surprisingly, they agreed." Malfoy pursed his lips "Don't worry too much"

Malfoy started to walk and all I can do was follow him. We went inside a shop. The shop greeted us with a cling of a bell. There were pastel streamers on the walls and vases and portraits everywhere. The shop seemed awfully familiar

Then, I noticed the plaque beside the door:

Madam Puddifoot's Tea Shop

Malfoy led us to a table near a window. He sat across from me and I didn't know what to do

This shop was famous for couples. This tea shop was a place for dates. I looked around the shop and all I can see were couples. They were holding hands and laughing and even kissing. I shrugged nervously

"Something wrong, Granger?" Malfoy asked "You seem rather…uncomfortable"

I bit my lip "What are we doing here, Malfoy?"

"We're here to have tea" Malfoy grinned

"Malfoy, this is a place for-"I stopped halfway

He raised a brow "A place for what?"

"Well, couples" I said slowly "I don't think we should be here"

Malfoy chuckled "Relax, Granger. People can go out as potions partners. Plus, we're really not a couple now, aren't we?"

"No, I guess not" I frowned "This does not make you uncomfortable? Like at all?"

Malfoy turned at his surroundings, looking around. He shook his head "So far, nothing is bother me"

Just then, a petite girl with golden curls approached us. She glared at us with wide eyes, she seemed awfully surprised. She opened her mouth to say something but nothing came out. So, she cleared her throat and asked us what we wanted.

"What do you want, Granger?" Malfoy asked

"I'll just have what you're having" I quickly replied

Malfoy rolled his eyes "Give us the 'Sweethearts' Combo' please."

I felt my mouth gape open

The girl nodded then skidded towards the kitchen

"Malfoy" I called in a whisper

"Hmm?"

"This isn't a date, right?" I asked avoiding eye contact

I heard him laugh "Why does this matter so much to you?"

"I don't like people getting the wrong idea!" I held back a shout

Malfoy crossed his arms "What if they do think we're together? Does it matter?"

"Yes, it matters!" I sighed "I would never want to be seen with you"

Malfoy grinned "Do you hate me that much?"

I just stared at him. Why has he not brought up his kiss from yesterday? Maybe it didn't mean anything. I just overthink everything, that's all

"Why did you kiss me?" Why did I say that?

Malfoy's glare felt like ice on my skin. He didn't look mad then he spoke "I was making fun of you, Granger"

Of course he was

I nodded then I sent out a low sigh. My eyes stayed on him; he had his head away from me. But, his lips were parted and I feel a pinch in my stomach

Suddenly, he smiled "You like me, don't you?"

I stared at him, surprised. "I do not like you!"

"You dressed-up, you were too conscious of where we are, you stare at me for almost every 5 seconds and you make a big deal about that kiss" Malfoy explained "You like me"

I felt my cheeks burn. No, not right now. I shouldn't blush right now. I quickly turned my head away from him to hide the burn in my cheeks.

He laughed "Are you blushing?"

I shook my head "I am not!"

Then, I felt a brush of a hand on my cheek "I didn't know you could be so adorable, Granger"

A/N: Hello again! I enjoyed writing this chapter. This serves as part one! Part 2 will be posted in just a few hours. Thanks for reading and don't forget to drop off those reviews! xo

PS: Sorry I haven't posted in a while. I was busy with school.