The Truth.

Chapter 12-Task two: The lake

I stood there on the docks, the weather was cold, but I barely felt the chill. Every one of the champions stood either side of each other, lined up on the docks. I looked around and couldn't spot Ron anywhere and presumed that he had been taken for Harry. I spotted Draco but no Pansy. The cannon went and I didn't even think about it as I dove as soon as I heard the cannon.

I noticed that Fleur and Cedric use the bubble head charm and Viktor use transfigured himself partly into a shark. Mmm clever. I nodded to Cedric as he swam past. I left Harry struggling with whatever it was he was doing but I had heard the conversation between him and Neville. Neville has given him Gillyweed, so he remained innocent. My senses were blocked underwater but thanks to the rigorous training, I could hold my breath for just over two hours. The water would normally be freezing but thanks to my higher body temperature, I felt warm. I headed in the direction I saw the others go. I knew that there was Grindylows and Merpeople in the lake. I spotted Fleur amongst the seaweeds. I tried to warm her of the Grindylows but I she didn't see me and was attacked. I rolled my eyes but headed in the direction she was coming as I felt a pull towards there. The Grindylows didn't attack me. They could feel my power that I could give off freely in the water. I parted the seaweed and came across the people who had been taken. Cho Chang, Gabrielle, Ron and well, I found Pansy. It made sense since I had spent a lot of time with Pansy and she was like a sister to me. My gaze narrowed at the Merpeople who were swimming around. I swam up to Pansy and the Merpeople came closer. I maintained my gaze on her and she bowed her head and said "You maaay take two Keeper." I nodded back to her and grabbed Gabrielle as well. I quickly swam my way to the surface and spotted Harry coming out of the seaweed, but he didn't spot me. I spotted Cedric and he nodded towards me and grabbed Cho.

My head broke the surface of the water and the crowd cheered. I easily carried Pansy and Gabrielle towards the shore where some students were waiting with towels. I spotted Draco, Luna, Neville and Fleur. I pushed the now awake Pansy and Gabrielle towards the shore. I heard the crowd cheer again and looked back as I exited the water to find Cedric followed by Krum had now arrived back. My clothes clung to my body which consisted of a grey tank top and shorts. My glamour was off and had been for a while now since my name had been revealed. When I first removed it, obviously many were shocked. They soon got over their shock and I had heard the whispers clearly. Many now called me 'hot' but I didn't care what they thought. All that mattered to me was Bella's opinion. I could feel many eyes on me but paid them no mind. Luna passed me a towel just as Fleur hugged me. "Oh, merci Hemióne!" She kissed both my cheeks and hugged me. I smiled and replied "Aucun problème Fleur." She stared then smiled in gratitude. I had a feeling Fleur will be a good friend. Harry along with Ron burst through the water and the crowd went crazy. I rolled my eyes at all the attention Harry gathered just because he is the supposed 'chosen one' but I tried not to get involved in his problems anymore. Draco nodded to me as did Pansy. They kept the up the appearance of 'purity' and 'blood supremacy' to not be suspicious. I came first place, Cedric second, Viktor third, Harry fourth and Fleur last since she never finished.

It turns out Fleur is part of the of the protectors as well but is part of the French protectors obviously. She was honoured to meet me as she was a part Veela, so I was to also represent her species as well. We were currently sat in my private dorm; since I was a champion, I had my own room. I had requested that I had my own room so I could prepare for the tournament and since Professor McGonagall was my head of house, she granted me permission. Fleur was inhumanly beautiful but not as beautiful as my mate and I couldn't help but send adoration through our bond. Bella sent warmth back. I had a soft smile on my face and Fleur noticed and I saw understanding in her eyes. "I see you have met your mate already, Oui?" I glanced at her and nodded. Smiling, I responded. "Yes. She is beautiful but I cannot see her in person due to...complications as you know." She nodded and smiled in understanding. Fleur spoke softly with her thick French accent. "I understand." I looked at her in question and she explained. "My mate family is unfortunately extremely, what's the word, racist and have banned him from being able to see me. I haven't seen him in months. He still writes to me." I then questioned. "Who is your mate Fleur?" She smiled sadly and said "Bill Weasley." I growled and said "Them bloody Weasley's don't understand. It's clearly something wrong with that whole family. They even shunned Fred because he was gay and then shunned George because he would never stop supporting his twin." Fleur looked at me with tears brimming her eyes and said "Oh how I miss him Hermione. It hurts. It hurts so bad." I pulled her into me and hugged her right. I held her as she cried sand said, "I know Fleur, I know." I felt my anger rising. How could they do this! I think it's time to stop playing around now. Later, I spoke to Fleur and the other protectors on what I would do after the tournament. They agreed and I was filled with glee. Soon they'll know not mess with me anymore.

Updated 16/01/20