21Author's note:
Some people may not like this pairing. They may actually despise it. But I have to tell you, the readers, that I, myself didn't like this pairing. It was one of my mates who wished that on her birthday, she'd have a fanfic dedicated to her. She wanted a really strange pairing and it was she who suggested this ship. I want to make her happy and hope readers won't hate me or my other stories, for writing this. By the way, this is only my second attempt to write a fanfic, please review. I really put all my efforts into writing this.
Though this fanfic has been very late, (her birthday was on November 2) at least I didn't break my promise, right? She's my friend. I'd never let her down.
P.S.
This is for you…Keziah Aquino! (AKA: slipknot08)
ALL THAT MATTERS
Chapter One
Visiting Gran
Thoughts circled Hermione Granger's mind. She was traveling with her parents in their family van. It was a boring trip and there was nothing to do. They were going to visit her favorite grandmother, Gran Ellie, in the Muggle world, of course.
She looked outside and noticed the blurred green trees they were passing so quickly. They reminded her of Harry. Crookshanks lay soundly asleep on her lap as she stroked his ginger colored fur, which reminded her of Ron. She really did miss her two best friends a lot. She lay herself on the car seat, looking up the bright blue sky, full of thick clouds.
"It's the most beautiful thing…I wish I could come up there…" She said, and her cat purred in agreement. She couldn't remember what happened next, she obviously fell asleep.
"Hermione, dear…wake up, we're here."
Mrs. Granger's voice woke up Hermione, she immediately hopped off the car. She was too excited. Her grandmother lived in a quiet province. The wind there was cool and blew her bushy hair. That place somehow gave her a feeling of peacefulness. She saw her grandma sitting on her rocking chair and ran as fast as she could to meet her.
"Gran, I missed you!" Hermione said. She gave her Gran a big hug.
"How are you, dear? How's school?"
Her Gran knew about Hogwarts. Hermione had told her everything about it, including her friends, their adventures, and even the guys she dated. Her grandma and she were close. Very close…
"I'm good, and so is school. I've gotten all O's in my N.E.W.T.! "
"That's my girl! I'm happy for you. I know you'll do well in your last year, seventh, right?
"Yes. I can't wait!"
"How are your friends? Harry and Ron?"
"Same as usual. Quidditch, quidditch, quidditch."
"Is that so?"
"Not exactly. But actually Gran, I've realized how much both of them really care for me. I mean, we've been through a lot together and they make sure I never get harmed and hurt. Sure, we do get into fights sometimes, especially Ron, but those misunder-standings just make our bond of friendship even stronger. I've never imagined my life without them."
"You're lucky you've found each other."
"Yeah, I am lucky, aren't I?"
"Dear-"
"What is it Gran?"
"How's your love life?"
"Er…Gran I-"
Hermione didn't want to talk about boys at the moment. She got all depressed about the whole idea. It was because she was the only girl in their seventh year who until now, didn't have a boyfriend, it seemed. How sad.
"It's okay, Hermione. I understand. You don't need to tell me. I know how you feel."
"Y-you do?"
"Of course, I'm your grandmother." And more lines formed on her wrinkled face as she smiled.
"Probably this year, you'll find someone who'll truly love you. You'll just have to wait."
"Who do you think it is, Gran?
"I thought you didn't want to talk about boys."
"Well, never mind, I do now. I'm just asking, who do you think it is? Maybe Viktor? He's okay, but well, like Ron says, he's a bit old. Besides, I don't think-"
"I don't think it's him, dear."
"Then who? Cormac? I've already told you Gran I don't fancy that git!"
"No, it's not him either. You'll have to find out for yourself."
"Oh, but, hey wait a minute! How did you know, Gran? Are you some sort of Seer or something? You're not like that fraud Trelawney, are you?
"I just know, dear. Trust me, I just know."
They talked for hours and hours and even had a cup of tea together. Their fun only ended when Mr. Granger called out:
"Hermione, we have to leave. You still have to pack for school tomorrow."
"Time to go already? It seems so fast!" She stood up. "Hope to see you soon! Maybe after the school year!"
"I'll be counting on that. But dear, I just have one more thing to tell you."
"What do you want to tell me, Gran?"
Gran Ellie motioned Hermione to come closer. She bent down and said:
"Whomever your heart chooses, always fight for the love you share. And if anything gets in the way, it will only test the feelings you have for each other, no matter how different both of you are."
"Gran, what do you mean? I don't understand."
"You will understand. You're a strong young lady, yes you are. Now go on, don't keep your parents waiting."
And after embracing each other again, Hermione waved goodbye to her Gran, and walked away.
"Oh, and Hermione, dear!"
Hermione turned around and looked at her Gran from far away.
"I'll miss you too. A lot."
Hermione ran all the way back to her Gran for one last hug, before getting in the car.
A/N: Is it okay? Please tell me. I'll write the new chapter soon, I hope…