The Angel and the Devil

Hermione practically sprinted downstairs to see her friends. She turned another corridor to her living room. There, right in front of the chimney, she saw her two best friends, Harry Potter and Ron Weasley. Ginny Weasley was standing next to Harry, holding his hand. And out of no where, a very cheerful George and Fred Weasley popped in front of her and gave her a hug.

"Glad to see you, Hermione!" they said in unison.

"Wow! Look how you've grown!" Fred exclaimed.

"Grown more beautiful is my opinion..." George added.

Hermione smiled and planted a kiss on each of their cheeks. She examined the two twins. They've grown to at least 6' 3". And what's more, they finally looked mature, but she could still see the mischievous, young tricksters inside. She saw that Mrs. and Mr. Weasley had already seated themselves on a couch, talking happily with her parents.

She walked over to her three friends. They were smiling as blissfully as she was. She gave a friendly hug to Ginny and Harry. Ginny looked great. Her red hair had reached her waist, and her face had an angelic look. Harry's jet-black hair looked darker than it usually was. His beautiful, emerald green eyes were twinkling. Finally, she looked at Ron. Ron was two inches taller than his twin brothers and Harry. Hermione stood up on her tiptoes and planted a quick kiss on his lips. Ron immediately turned red, almost to the exact color of his hair.

"I can't believe you're finally here!" Hermione squealed like a little girl.

"I know! I've been..." Ginny cut Harry off.

"Hermione! I'm so happy, I can't..."

"If you can't talk, then let me talk!" Ron exclaimed.

"Hey! We get to greet Hermione too!" the twins shouted in unison.

Hermione laughed.

"Alright, guys! I've been doing great! My summer was wonderful. I got to visit some amusement parks like Disney Land and Universal Studios. My family went on a cruise ship." Everyone looked at her questioningly. "A cruise ship is like, you stay on a ship like in room and you visit places. And, that's about it."

When she finished, her three friends nodded their heads very slowly. Mrs. Weasley greeted Hermione, followed by Mr. Weasley.

"Oh, Hermione; you've grown so tall! I've missed you! You won't believe how much Ronny has talked about you! Hermione, this, and Hermione that! He's love -''

"Ok, mum. You can stop now..." Ron had tuned even a darker shade of red.

"Ronny?" Hermione raised an eyebrow and gave him the "you've got to be kidding me" look.

"Hermione! It's so nice to see you again! I hope you've packed up all your things," Mr. Weasley said with a fatherly smile. Then he looked at the mess around the chimney, took out his wand, and muttered, "Reparo."

"Alright dear, I see you've got your suitcase. You have a good time at school. And make sure to mail to us!" Her mother stated anxiously.

"Bye, dear!" Mr. Granger patted his daughter's hand.

Hermione took her belongings and crouched into the chimney.

"I'm ready. Bye mum, bye dad."

Mrs. Granger smiled worriedly and looked at Hermione. Her mother didn't trust the Floo network. Mr. Weasley took out a small package of Floo powder, sprinkled them in the chimney, and flames came up around Hermione.

The girl took a deep breath and yelled, "The Burrow!"

Hermione felt like her body was being squeezed into a think crack. It was painful, then everything was over and she felt whole again. Harry, Ron, George, Fred, and Ginny followed in turns after her. Mrs. Weasley left after Ginny. And before the last Weasley left, he turned to the Grangers and said, "I promise you we'll take great care of Hermione, especially when our son is lovesick for her." He winked and grinned.

"We know. It's the same with Hermione. She's so young, and to be in love." Mrs. Granger was relieved that her daughter would be in good hands. The Grangers and Weasleys have long trusted each other.

"Farewell!"

Mr. Weasley crouched into the chimney, threw in the Floo powder, and bellowed out, "The Burrow!" Then, he was gone. There were only a few traces of ash left behind in the chimney.