Hermione's Dark Savior

'What does Potter have that I don't' he wondered as he observed the messy-haired, annoying brat whisper something to her and she laughed in an unladylike manner. He was fuming. He should be the one touching her shoulder, tucking a curl behind her ear, and making her laugh. He wanted to cast a curse at Potter, but she would only despise him, and he wouldn't want that.