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Lost in the Music	By : Daydreamer Category: Harry Potter > Het - Male/Female > Draco/Hermione Views: 23800 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 1
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Chapter 15: New beginnings

The students began to file out of the hall, whispering amongst themselves, at the headmaster’s revelation. The prefects led the first year students out, each of them following the older students to their respective houses.

Amongst the crowd, Hermione stood hugging Ginny, each girl apologising to the other for the display just before.

Harry, stood next to the embracing girls, he was shell shock and utterly bewildered as his brain attempted to process the information, with a great deal of difficulty. “I assure you all that no student in this school, sides with the dark. The students with whom bare the mark are spies for the order of the phoenix” Dumbledore had said. He didn’t want to believe it, but why would Dumbledore lie? He would have nothing to gain from it, so therefore it must be the truth.

“Harry…” a voice said softly, he looked to see Hermione standing beside him flanked by Malfoy and Zabini.

“Are you okay?” she asked concerned.

“I’m okay, just shocked that’s all, Mione.” He said with a soft smile.

“So you’re not mad with me then?” She asked pensively.

“Of course I’m not mad with you, Mione. I’m happy for you; you finally have a chance to be happy, even if it is with two unlikely people. As long as you’re happy, I am.” He said, Hermione threw her arms around Harry’s neck pulling him in to hug her.

“Thank you.” She whispered in his ear.

Draco and Blaise stood watching the encounter between the friends feeling uncomfortable, the silence stretching on between them all.

Screaming from the other side of the hall started them all.

“Lavender, come on.” Ron huffed chasing the blonde girl.

“You stay away from me, Ronald. You can just stay the hell away from me.” Lavender screeched her eyes locking on Hermione.

“I hope you’re happy with yourself, Ron. You not only embarrassed me but you embarrassed yourself. For what? To get back at Hermione for moving on, for attempting to be happy? Professor Snape is right! You are pathetic! If you really loved Hermione you wouldn’t have got with me, and brought me in to the sorry mess.”

Lavender walked over to the group who had silently observed the tête-à-tête between the two.

Draco and Blaise instantly moved closer to Hermione in case the angry girl were to in anyway attack her.

“I’m sorry.” Lavender said, remorsefully to Hermione.

“Why?” Hermione managed to get out.

“I apologise for him, for me, for all of this! I didn’t mean to hurt you, Hermione. I didn’t think you loved him, I would never have got involved, If I had known. You’ve always been nice to me, and now I go and stab you in the back, there’s no wonder you called me a whore.” Lavender sobbed. “It’s true too” she said covering her face with her hands. “I am a whore.” Hermione shifted uncomfortably, she looked at the crying girl before her, then to her friends and then to the two boys she was dating.

“Lavender” she said softly, placing her hand on the other girls shoulder. Lavender looked up to Hermione. “I’m sorry too, I didn’t mean to call you a whore.” She said genuinely. “I was just mad, I had no right to bring you into this, you’re a nice girl, but sometimes you just don’t give yourself enough respect, do you understand?” she asked her, Lavender nodded.

“Can you forgive me?” Lavender asked.

Hermione thought for a moment “Only if you forgive me.” She said.

Lavender nodded, accepting Hermione’s proposal.

“Thank you” she said, smiling softly. She turned and ran off out of the great hall to follow her peers on their way to Gryffindor tower.

“Well that was unusual.” Ginny said.

“Can’t say I was expecting that to happen, ever, she was nice to you.” Harry said trying to fight the laughter in his voice, but failing.

The obscurity of the situation dawned on Hermione causing her to burst into fits of giggles. Her laughter was infectious, which caused Ginny to join in; tears were rolling down both the girls faces from laughing. Blaise started to laugh giving in to the humour of the situation; he was slowly followed by Draco.

This was an entirely new situation for Draco, he had only ever laughed like this with Blaise and yet here he was laughing with three Gryffindors, that thought in itself made Draco laugh even harder.

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Ron looked on at his friends, as they laughed with the enemy, Ron didn’t believe a word of what Dumbledore had said, it was a load of crap as far as he was concerned. Malfoy was a death eater his whole family was. His father was one of the most notorious of them, his alliance with the dark lord would be blood bound, Malfoy even had the mark. That was all the proof Ron needed.

He stood studying the blonde boy’s form as he laughed, Ron had his arms crossed, his lips pouted as he sulked. This wasn’t over. Malfoy would pay for taking both of his women away from him.

“This is all your bloody fault.” Ron said aggressively approaching Draco.

Draco instantly sobered up from the laughter; he’d forgotten that the red headed boy was still there. “Excuse me?” Draco asked incredulously.

“You heard me Ferret, you just ruined everything! You’ve turned Hermione into a hussy, and I’m not sure how but I know your controlling her somehow. And secondly I’m now without Lavender. All thanks to you… You, you death eater!” He shouted.

The rest of the group had ceased their laughter, each of them now stood staring wide eyed at the red head.

“Weasley, now correct me if I’m wrong, but I believe the reason as to why you and Brown are no longer together is because she just witnessed you professing your love to another girl. Now I always thought you were supposed to tell your girlfriend you love them, not another girl, I hardly think she wants to play second fiddle to Hermione, especially since Hermione would win hands down.” Draco said sneering at the boy.

“I don’t care what anyone thinks Malfoy. You’re still a death eater. Nothing will change that. I’ll make sure that she never ends up with some scum like you.”

Draco laughed bitterly “You’re forgetting an important detail Weasel; it’s entirely her decision, not yours.”

Blaise cleared his throat stepping into the conversation for the first time. “Draco’s right Weasley it is Hermione’s choice. However what Dumbledore didn’t mention was that in reality she doesn’t actually have to choose to be with us, she could reject both of us and choose someone else. I hope she chooses one of us she deserves someone who can appreciate what an amazing woman she is.” He said sincerely.

“Really?” Ron and Draco said

“You mean I don’t have to be with either of you, if I don’t want to?” Hermione asked meekly.

Blaise nodded. “Hermione, it is entirely your choice. Just because we are soul mates it doesn’t mean that we’re bound together, that is your choice to make when and if you choose one of us. You will always have a choice.”

“Hermione, I would never force myself on you, if you choose to be with me then that in itself will make me a very happy man, that’s all I want, just like you I just want to be happy.” Draco confessed.

“I agree.” Blaise said nodding his head. “Us being soul mates just means that there is a special bond between us that can develop into unconditional love, respect for each other, and have the ability to bring out the best in each other, we are essentially highly compatible. You could be happier than you could ever imagine, Hermione.” He said.

“And that choice is my own to make?” Hermione asked.

“That it is Miss Granger.” Dumbledore said stepping forward.

“My dear girl, nothing is set in stone, things will change, with the exception of the sentiments these boys feel for you. Until you reach a decision the boys will feel nothing for another. After that time, as Mr Zabini said you will be bound to each other, this is why the decision must be entirely your own, I cannot stress the importance of this, this is your future. However Miss Granger being bound only applies to your respective matches, it does not apply in that option of Mr Weasley.” He concluded.

Hermione nodded accepting the headmasters input.

“I already said that I would give both Blaise and Draco a chance.” Both boys smiled.

“And what about me, Mione?” Ron asked contemplatively.

Hermione’s demeanour turned hard and cold as she turned to face him, “I meant what I said Ronald, I won’t pine over you any longer. I’m moving on, you should too. Frankly I’m not sure I can be your friend right now.” She said sadly.

“Hermione! Don’t do this; if you walk away from me now then that slimy git has won.” He said pointing at Draco.

“You don’t get it, do you Ron? This isn’t a competition and I am not some prize to be won. You either accept that I’m choosing to be with either Draco or Blaise or our friendship ends right here. So what is it going to be?” she asked seriously.

“You’re giving me an ultimatum?” he asked.

Hermione nodded sorrowfully.

“I will NEVER accept either of them, they don’t deserve you!” He shouted.

Ginny had, had enough “And you do!” she screamed “You pulled your wand out and aimed it in Hermione’s direction, not to mention you nearly hit her! Malfoy protected her from YOU!”

“I WAS AIMING AT HIM, WHY CAN’T YOU UNDERSTAND THAT GINNY, YOUR MY BLOODY SISTER!” he shouted.

“Mr Weasley, what your sister is trying to tell you, is that you turned on your friend, when really you should be supporting her through this difficult time. However I believe this is going nowhere at this very moment. Perhaps it is time for you to retire to your dormitory.” He said.

“I think you should leave Ron.” Harry said finally.

“Mate, you can’t actually be siding with them over me?” Ron said inquisitively.

“Just leave Ron!” Harry snapped.

“Fine!” he shouted turning on his heel and leaving through the large oak doors.

The group stood in silence unsure on how to proceed; it was Dumbledore who eventually broke the silence.

“I think it is wise that you all retire to your corresponding rooms, it has been a tough morning. Miss Granger I have taken the liberty of allocating some books on your current situation, they can be found in your room. You all have a lot to think about, meditate the information you have been given. Now I believe I am overdue a morning snooze, good day to you all.” He said as he slowly slipped through the door of the staff entrance.

“We should listen to Professor Dumbledore.” Harry said “Come on Ginny, we should go.” Ginny nodded “See you at dinner, Mione?” she asked giving Hermione a hug.

“Sure, Gin. See you then.” And then they left.

***

Hermione was left standing with Blaise and Draco “We should go too” Hermione managed, both the boys nodded.

“I’ll walk you both back to the head dorms” Blaise returned.

They each began the walk to head dorms, the castle was increasingly eerie and the only sound that could be heard was the tapping of Hermione’s Mary Janes.

Hermione couldn’t reach the portrait that guarded the head dormitory quick enough; she had so much to think about, so many thoughts buzzing around her head. She felt so confused; Draco had defended her, on more than one occasion. He’d said things to her she had never imagined Draco would be able to say, he’d confessed so much in such a short time she wasn’t sure what was happening.

The trio finally stopped in front of the portrait. “Thanks, Blaise.” Draco said. “Anytime, mate. Just look after her yeah?” he replied Draco nodded. “Bye, Hermione.” He said softly and then he was gone.

Hermione and Draco made their way in to the common room the fire lit itself casting a soft glow across each of their faces.

“Are you okay, Hermione?” Draco asked pensively.

“I’ll get there.” She replied. “You know what, Draco. I think I might just go for a nap, it feels like it’s been a really long day, do you mind?” Draco shook his head.

“Of course not Hermione, I think I need one myself, Lead the way” he said indicating for Hermione to ascend the stairs. They each walked to their doors not knowing what to say.

“I’ll see you soon.” Draco said running his hand through his hair before turning to open up his door.

“Draco.” Hermione said softly. Draco turned once again to face Hermione.

Hermione reached up to cup Draco’s chin, stroking her thumb over his cheek, before bending forward and pressing her lips to his cheek. Draco froze at the suddenness of her action, before melting into her touch. “Thank you” she whispered, before turning and walking into her room, leaving a dazed Draco Malfoy standing in the hall way.

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