The Way She Feels
Chapter 2 of 8
Southern_Witch_69Hermione thinks about Viktor and makes plans for her holiday in France--plans that include him.
ReviewedDisclaimer: As stated previously, I'm borrowing some of J.K.R.'s characters in hopes of writing a small entertaining story. No Galleons are being made. Pity.
I'd like to thank CocoaChristy for giving this a quick read through. Cheers, dear.
Hermione kissed her father and mother goodnight before going up to her bedroom to lie down and read the letter that she'd gotten from Viktor. It had been a pleasant surprise to receive something from him so soon.
It was truly a pity that he was so much older and from another country. She would like to have him around while she finished out her days in school. It had certainly made her year more pleasant with him around. After Cedric was murdered and the news of You-Know-Who's return spread, she'd felt more secure with him there, even though he'd fallen prey to Crouch Jr.
The boys, Ron and Harry, never liked hanging around in the library much and doing homework. Well, Harry did when Ron was angry with him, but the moment they'd made up, Harry was back to keeping company with Ron. She'd gotten used to having him about and missed him... until Viktor approached her.
She remembered scowling every time he came by, as there would often be a trail of giggling girls following him. It was quite hard to read with them wandering about and making noise. She smiled smugly as she thought of the librarian and how many times she'd made them leave.
It was on one of those occasions that she'd finally had a conversation with Viktor. When Madam Pince had tossed the loud girls out, he'd slipped into her niche and took the seat at the table across from her. She'd never forget it.
"Hello," she said quietly, all annoyance leaving her face, replaced with a little curiosity. What would a Quidditch star as famous as he want with her? She had been noticing the covert little glances he'd been giving her, but it still didn't explain why he was at her table.
His surly gaze softened, and he inclined his head in greeting. "I haff a book to read."
She looked at the book in his hands and saw that it was upside down, the title evading her. "Well, that's fine," she said, cheeks flushing slightly. He seemed nervous! He wasn't truly reading his book. That could only mean... that he wanted her company. Suddenly, she felt faint and heated, the negative things she'd thought and said about him and his followers faded away immediately. It was a very heady feeling to know that out of all the girls around, he'd sought her out. She looked back down at her own reading, scratching against her parchment with her quill when she saw something of interest.
When she was finished, she began putting her things away, finally glancing over at him, noticing that he'd finally righted his book and appeared to truly be reading, as his eyes were moving along the lines of the page.
"Goodnight," she said.
"I vill be here again," he said, pushing back his chair to stand formally as she rose.
She wondered if that meant for her to join him. She simply smiled and fled to the safety of her common room, feeling as if she owned the world.
Hermione smiled fondly at the memory. She knew now how nervous he'd been just by simply sitting there across from her. She sighed sadly. Why couldn't Ron be more like Viktor? Viktor was so very calm, even under pressure, taking things in stride, while Ron blew up in anger without asking questions first and saying hurtful things and jumping to conclusions. Before Viktor had left, Ron had come to his senses and finally allowed his admiration for Viktor to show. That had gained him a few points in her eyes, but it would still be a long time before he could truly measure up to the man that Viktor was.
Reading his letter made her smile and sigh sadly. She would miss him much more than she'd realized. Ron and Harry rarely wrote back to her during their summers, but she knew that if nothing else, she'd gained a long-distance pen pal in Viktor. She was flattered that he thought so highly of her and felt as though he loved her. "Love?" she said aloud. "He's never actually said it out loud."
He didn't have to. She could feel it and see it in his eyes. He loved her in a way that no other had before. She admitted that she would have liked for Ron to feel that way towards her, but he was too caught up in other things to notice her the way Viktor had. She thought back to her second meeting with Viktor in the library.
She went to the table that she'd been at a few days before and realized that he was sitting there. She'd wondered if he would be, and she would have come back sooner, but there were other things that she'd had to do. Well, part of her had been a little afraid to come back in case he wasn't there. Then, all of those thoughts she'd had that had given her self-esteem a major boost would have been destroyed.
Not caring that a couple of younger girls were sitting a couple of tables away and watching, likely hoping her advance would be rebuffed, she marched past them and their sniggering and took her normal seat across from him. He quickly rose to greet her, but she simply smiled and murmured a quick hello to him.
"I haff vondered if you vould not come back again," he said after a few moments of silence.
"Oh, I've been busy with... ah... a few things," she said lamely, looking up at him and finding him smiling.
It truly transformed his face. Where he'd seemed surly and unapproachable at a distance, she could see that her first impressions of him had been incorrect. He seemed quite friendly and warm.
"What are you reading?" she ventured.
They began talking about his studies, and she explained about hers. She realized that their interests weren't all that much different. When it was near curfew time, she regretfully told him that she would have to be going.
"I vill be here again," he said, rising to stand politely as she got up and gathered her things.
"I'll be back tomorrow," she said, hoping nothing would come up to change that. As before, she fled before he could say anything else, unable to stop the smug smile she flashed at the jealous girls when she passed.
Over the course of a couple of weeks, they'd met, studied or read in silence, and talked a great deal on some of their meetings. Some evenings there was no reason for words. The companionable silence was enough. She was especially happy that he'd never asked her anything about Harry and how he was coming along in the tournament. That would have put an end to their long friendly chats, as she could never betray Harry that way.
"I vould like to ask a question," he said suddenly one night before she could leave.
"Yes?"
"The ball that is coming, I vould like for you to accompany me there. Vould this be acceptable?" he asked, hope mixed in with his formal demeanor.
She hadn't even thought of the ball. Her heart started pounding as she nodded, and a small, "Yes, I would like that very much," slipped from her lips.
"I vill be honored," he said, taking her hand and kissing it to seal their agreement. "I vill not be here again for a few days. I haff to help on the ship vith a few things." He seemed regretful. "But I vill be vaiting for you on Friday to make plans."
"All right," she said, blushing profusely and pulling her hand from his. "I'll be here. Oh, Viktor?"
"Yes, Hermy-own?"
"Thank you." With that, she quickly raced off to the closest girls' toilet so that she could lock herself in a stall and dance a jig of happiness. She couldn't believe it! Viktor Krum had asked her to the Yule Ball. This made up for all the rubbish and rumors she'd been enduring at the hands of the Slytherins, that Skeeter cow, and nasty Professor Snape! Well, she supposed that if it hadn't been for him and what Draco did, her teeth might not have been fixed. For a moment, she paused. Viktor had been approaching her before Malfoy had hexed her, so that meant that he hadn't minded that her teeth were a little larger in the front.
Feeling much better about herself and extremely more confident, she made her way to the common room. There was only one person that she would confide in, and that would be Ginny. Ron and Harry would likely make fun of her if they knew she'd been asked...and by Viktor Krum at that.
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Viktor,
I hope you don't mind that I'm responding so quickly, but I just wanted to say that I appreciate your kind words. I've talked to my parents, and they definitely want to go down to France for the holiday. I've not told anyone else. I wanted to make certain that they were still interested before saying anything.
We will have a great time together. I've been thinking about your letter, and I wish that there wouldn't be this large distance between us. I feel that if you would live closer, things could be different for us.
That doesn't mean that we can't continue our plans for France or continue writing to each other. I, for one, will be happy to hear from you every chance I get. Thank you for everything you've done for me, Viktor. This year has been one of the best of my life so far. I meant what I said about caring for you more deeply than any other.
No matter what happened in the maze when Crouch put that hex on you, I still respect you, and I know that you would never do something like that on your own. You're a good man, my sweet Viktor. I would and do trust you with all of my heart. Please don't think that will ever change.
Always,
Hermione
Southern's Notes: Although Hermione isn't a vain person, I think that she would feel special for having his attention while so many others would want it. I don't necessarily think she would flaunt it or use it to make her something into something she isn't. But I remember Harry saying that she carried herself more confidently while with Viktor at the Yule Ball. Hmm... Of course he was uncertain if it was because all of her books were missing. Teehee! Anyway, hope you enjoyed.
I'm going to have them meeting up in France in the next chapter. I shall have to do a bit of research first, as I've never been there. I'll still try to update tomorrow evening though. Cheers.
Christy's Notes: To me, I don't think it seemed Hermione flaunted anything. She should feel special...Viktor certainly thinks she is! I love the way he doesn't notice any other girls when Hermione is around him. I can't wait to see what happens in France!
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68 Reviews | 6.93/10 Average
Lovely Viktor/Hermione, which is always welcome! Thank you.
this is a great story. like your friend I truly enjoy this ship as well, but it is difficult to find multi-chapter well written stories. Thank you for this!
I enjoy Viktor/Hermione stories and this was very sweet. I'm glad that they are together and that Ron and Harry accept him.
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Thank you!
I'm sorry it's been so long since I replied but I just got the chance to read and review. I loved the chapter and I felt so overly happy seeing them come together like that in the end. You may not be a VK/HrG shipper but I must say you definatly know how to write it.Brit
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Not a problem at all. I'm so happy that you enjoyed this. :)
That was a beautiful story. I loved your in depth exploration of the emotions involved and I'm a sucker for happy endings. Wonderful writing.
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Thanks, Ally. :)
I loved this story! The only thing wrong with it was that it was too short! I am typically Hermione/Snape, so I know many of your stories. Thanks for doing a great Viktor story too. After Snape, he is my fav for Hermione (my apologies to the Hermione/Ron shippers!).
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
You're very welcome. Thanks for reading. I'd o ther projects goin g, so I cut it a little short. Sorry about that. :)
I enjoyed your story and have started to follow some other Viktor/Hermione stories. I am still a Snape/Hermione shipper at heart, but my next choice would be Viktor. I liked the way you showed his personality, loyalty, maturity, patience, and love. I thought you also did a good job showing Hermione's ambivelance. Although I have not written many reviews, I am a great fan of your tales. I am not an author so I am not sure I am giving you the feedback you are looking for.And my personal rant: Why Rowling would pair Ron with Hermione boggles my mind. Looking back on couples from high school, the smart girls who married football players ended up divorced. Viktor is athletic and smart.
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
I'm still an hg/ss, too. As far as Ron / Hermione... blah. No, say it ain't so! LOL
Yay, Sun! Too lovely, and although I'm not usually aboard the Great Ship HG/VK, I certainly enjoyed this little excursion! I see her with Viktor after the war, based on this fic, simply because it's nice to think of happily after after too! **hugs**
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Thanks, sweetie!
This was a great chapter and the perfect ending to this story. I like the open-ending. Her first time was very realistic to me! 
Brava!
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Thanks, mate!
Poor Viktor. I have to admit, I'd rather see Hermione with Viktor than Ron. He just seems more her type. Since this is a HG/VK story, I will hang onto the hope that her feelings will strengthen with time.
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Same here.... damn Ron! lol
Response from notsosaintly (Reviewer)
IMHO, Ron just gets in the bloody way,
"She smiled at the tall erection," huh? That made me smile. LOL I like this chapter. Pity that their vacation was so short!
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
bwahahahahha
I sort of wish they were closer together as well. But distance can make the heart grow fonder.
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Nod. That's so true.
I like this side of Viktor, very sweet and gentlemanly. I have a greater respect for him now. ;)
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Thank you. It's how I see him. :)
I was sure I had already written my review for this chapter, but I didn't. Bad Lore... Hermione smiled as Viktor washed dishes the Muggle way, getting most of his shirt and trousers wet in the process. Simple, but still so cute. He accepts to do this simple things for her just because he knows about her parents being Muggles and all that. You know I loved that part with the kiss in the swing, I was squeeing like a mad fan-girl when you first showed it to me. It was sweet, romantic and he was a perfect gentleman, first when he asked if he could kiss her and later when he refused to touch her until things were settled between them. He was very clever with the way he managed things. Ron was finally treating her better. *Snort* He fancied her and wanted her to be his girl… sort of. He hadn’t made any declarations, but it was obvious that he assumed her to be his. That was very presumptuous from Ron if you ask me. Sometimes I feel he takes things for granted and that he doesn't have to make an effort fot her since she's his, and if she easily forgets about Lavender it will be worst. I wish that if Rowling decides to keep them together, at least Hermione gives Ron a lesson, and makes things difficult for him.“Thanks, Mum,” Hermione said, feeling as if things were clearer to her suddenly. I liked so much the conversation between Hermione and her mom because usually her parents are simply ignored. Well, Hermione seems to do that a bit in the books also... However, she's just a teen, and she needs to talk to her mother as much as any other girl her age. Being with Ron seemed to be what everyone expected: Harry and the Weasleys anyway. Too much had happened between them, what with the things he’d done and said to her. I kept on murmuring 'on bloody time' when I read that part. I really, really hope canon Hermione thinks the same, at least to treat Ron the way I told you before. “Thinking of you being in danger… I do not like it,” he admitted. “Vhat if I fail you?” Awww, that melted my heart, his need to protect her and not fail her. He's a keeper, definitely, and if Hermione dumps him at some point I'd certainly give him love. In that instant, Hermione realized that she’d made the best decision of her life when she’d decided to choose Viktor. It felt even better that she’d done so before seeing Ron revert back to his immature behavior. I cheered like the fan-girl I am when I read that part. You know my reasons well enough. Wasn’t it about time they explored a little more? Shouldn’t she show him what she was feeling? Shouldn’t she allow him to do the same? But of course it is. As I have already told you I know you will do it sweet and perfect for her, so it will be fine. She's about to turn eighteen, so I guess she's ready, and to be honest, she hasn't stopped to have feelings for him. I love this fic so much, I'll just copy it and paste it in book seven in order to make it canon for me. Thanks for writing it, Sun.
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
LOL. It's great that you liked it so much. Thank you, doll. I'm so happy that you did.
"Shouldn’t she show him what she was feeling? Shouldn’t she allow him to do the same?"
Hell yes she should! With all due respect to your busy RL, remember your following, Sun, your fans!!!!!
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
LOL Thank you
OOOoooo hooo hooooo !!! Right , RONALD, it's rather late for that! That's so .. male, isn't it. It's like dogs peeing on fire hydrants! Interested to see what Viktor vill do in retaliation! The gloves are off - let the battle begin!
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Grin. Naughty, naughty
Arrgggghhhh.... c'mon Sun, don't DO this to us ! Ve are not amused! 
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Ve luff Viktor, don't ve?
Poor Viktor indeed, being so far apart and not able to do anything to change things. Love your story, Sun, and vill do my best not to steal Viktor away ... yet!
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
You're a doll, you know.
*Vill consider taking him away from Hermy-own-ninny!!!* That most romantic evening and broomride !!!
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Thank you! :)
I haff to agree with Cocoachristy in that Hermy-own-ninny certainly had every right to feel special, and more so because Viktor was the one pursuing her! With Ron being so ... vat iz vord ... oblivious to her interest in him, it's only right that she should feel alive at Viktor's attentions! ;o)
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
:) Thank you!
Vell, eye think that Viktor has been quite the gentleman! Smart boy to take it slow!
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Vu are right! :)
I'm so glad that she's chosen Viktor, he's so romantic. I wonder what their mission is? Looking forward to the next chapter.
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
I wouldn't have it any other way (in this story anyway lol).
Sounds like the next chapter is going to be pretty interesting. Or at least the part when they get back to Hermione's home. I don't blame her I'd be grining like a fool too and I wouldn't be suprised if Harry lets Vitya in on the whole "treasure hunt" thing. Can't wait for more!Brit
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
Teehee! Thanks for reading.
You know, I don't feel sorry for Ron, not even for five seconds. He messed up his chances with Hermione, and now he's paying his mistake. I think that when feelings are broken in that way you can just go and put the pieces together to feel the same again. Ron. She turned around to see him gazing at them through narrowed eyes. I couldn't refrain myself from thinking about the look he gives Harry in GoF when his name is out of the goblet. He looked rather nasty IMO. I bet that's the same look he gave Viktor and Hermione. She’d thought it was to make her jealous at first, which had worked, but then, she thought that maybe he simply liked what Lavender did for him. I agree completely, he kept his relationship with Lavender for a very long time. And sneaking in empty classrooms, I bet they even had a good grope. More than ever, Hermione wished that she’d carried on a bit more with Viktor. More than ever? Does that mean she had wished it before? Interesting... He was too far away to be serious competition, but if he visited her, she would see that Weasley was not for her. On bloody time, Viktor. I really hope to see this happening in canon. When Hermione gazed at Viktor, she saw the amusement in his eyes. Always a gentleman my sweet Viktor, he would have never reacted the way Ron did, even when the Weasel kissed Hermione in front of him. Well, it's just that Viktor is not a teen anymore, he's already a man, and a very confident one I might add. Gorgeous chapter, hon. I'm sorry it took me too long for writing the review, but you know I read it only minutes after it was posted. As I've already told you, from this point everything is fair game, no canon to bother with. I'm waiting so much for the next ones.
Response from Southern_Witch_69 (Author of Distance Between Us)
~sends hugs and kisses~ :)