A/N: Well guys, here is a short little flufflet for you all to enjoy. Thanks to Amberlena for the quick Beta! *hugs *
Disclaimer: I own nothing….they belong to some lady in England.
Static Electricity
Hermione thought she was all alone in the Gryffindor common room; everyone else was in bed. She sat on the large, scarlet armchair, clad in pajamas and socks. Thick, fuzzy, white socks. She closed her book to take a break from her reading. After looking around the room, she smiled then glanced at her feet. Her legs hung like rag dolls' over the edge of the chair. Slowly, she began to swing her legs. She took pleasure in watching her toes wiggle when her feet were high in the air. Hermione couldn't help but giggle as the white material moved with her toes. She had moments where she was easily amused; this was one of them.
Harry sat on the last few steps of the stair case and watched his best friend. He grinned as he watched her smile, giggle, and have fun. Minutes passed and he decided to approach her. Harry slowly got off the stairs and walked towards Hermione without making a sound. Until a floorboard creaked from his weight.
She heard the sound and stopped swinging her feet. Quickly, she opened her book, only to hear Harry's laugh. Her eyes poked out over the top of Hogwarts: A History.
"You don't have to stop what you are doing because of me."
"I have no idea of what you are talking about."
"Swinging your feet like a child."
"I was not. I've been reading."
"Right. You've been constantly reading your book that just happens to be upside down?"
Her eyes widened as she noticed he was correct in that her book was, in fact, upside down. Harry let out a laugh again as Hermione slammed her book shut and put it on the floor.
"Prat."
"C'mon now, Mione. Nothing wrong with swinging your feet. I was quite cute."
Hermione just glared.
"Or maybe it is the fact that your feet cannot touch the floor that is what's cute."
"You are just a prat, Potter."
"You tell me that a lot, Granger."
Hermione stood and scooted across the carpet toward Harry.
"Listen here," she said as went to shove him on his arm. Only, more than a shove was felt. There was a shock as her hand came into contact with his skin. Both Harry and Hermione jumped at the feeling.
"Geez, Hermione. You didn't have to go and shock me."
"I didn't mean to Harry. It was static electricity."
"Static electricity?"
"I suppose it built up from my feet sliding across the carpet."
"Does that really work?" his eyebrow cocked up.
"Suppose so. Try for yourself if you wish."
Harry stepped back from Hermione and copied her earlier movements. His socked feet scooted across the scarlet and gold carpet. Reaching his target, he brought his hand up to her face, touching her cheek. A slight jolt of energy passed through his fingertips and onto her skin. Smiling at her reaction, Harry backed up to try again. He repeated his actions until he got close enough to touch her. Hermione countered his attack by sliding out of his reach.
The two continued their dance until Harry grabbed her in his arms, shocking her again. She let out a playful laugh, not knowing that Harry had begun to stare at her. He was taking her in. She was somewhat disheveled, but pretty at the same time. Her pajamas were classy, long sleeved button up with matching pants. She wore no makeup and her bushy, brown hair was tied back in a messy ponytail. And, of course, her white socks. To him, she was beautiful. But then again, there was never a time in his mind where she wasn't.
He raised his hand to her cheek, but the gentle contact sent another shock.
Hermione jumped, "Stop it Harry. I think we are even now." She looked at him, locking eyes.
He didn't say a word, only moved closer to her. Inching his face closer to hers, he slightly bending down to be even in height.
She was confused. What was he doing? Why was he looking at her like that? Why was he closing the distance between them? But then, all thoughts escaped her as a new sensation filled her body.
Harry's lips had found hers and electricity unlike any other escaped his mouth and made it's way towards her. She felt warmth ensnare her body, taking it over. Closing her eyes, she kissed him back, hoping to return the amazing feelings he was giving her. The kiss intensified and the two found themselves lost in each other.
Hermione brought her hand up to the back of Harry's head. Her hand brushed up against his neck and another shot of static electricity surged through their bodies.