At the Yule Ball, the beautiful setting and the music could create a very intimate environment for Harry and Hermione. They may start to realize that they have feelings for each other that go beyond friendship. For example, they might find themselves getting jealous when the other dances with someone else. This jealousy could lead to them confessing their true feelings, which would completely change their relationship from just friends to something more romantic.
Their relationship could develop through shared experiences at the Yule Ball. For example, they might have a really deep conversation while dancing that makes them see each other in a new light.
Well, in fanfic, Hermione rejecting Harry at the Yule Ball could also be a way to show Hermione's independence. She's a strong - willed character. She might not want to go to the ball with Harry just because he's her friend. She could be waiting for someone who truly understands her on a deeper level, or she may simply not be in the mood for a romantic relationship with him at all.
One consequence could be a strain on their friendship. Harry might feel embarrassed or hurt, which could lead to some distance between them. For example, he might avoid Hermione for a while.
Hermione's dress could be a beautiful deep blue, made of silk that shimmers in the light of the Yule Ball. It might have some delicate lace trimming around the neckline and sleeves, giving it an elegant touch.
They could develop their relationship through a shared dance. The physical closeness while dancing might make them feel more connected.
I think it would be really romantic if during the Yule Ball, when the music slows down, Harry takes Hermione's hand and leads her to a more secluded corner of the hall. There, under the twinkling lights and away from the crowd, he tells her how much she means to him. Not just as a friend, but as someone he has deeper feelings for. Hermione blushes and they share a tender moment that makes the Yule Ball truly special for them.
At the Yule Ball, they could start by sharing a joke about the overly formal atmosphere. This simple moment of connection can be the start of a deeper relationship. As they dance, they might notice little things about each other, like the way Harry's eyes sparkle in the candlelight or how Luna's hair seems to have a life of its own. This mutual admiration can gradually turn into romantic feelings.
At the Yule Ball, Draco and Hermione's relationship could develop in a rather unexpected way. Suppose Draco saves Hermione from an embarrassing situation, like a group of students trying to make fun of her for being a 'bookworm'. Hermione is initially surprised but then grateful. Draco, in turn, is struck by how gracefully she handles the situation after his intervention. As the ball progresses, they keep finding excuses to be near each other, sharing small talk about the music, the decorations, and slowly realizing that there is an attraction between them that they had previously ignored or suppressed.
Well, it could develop through shared experiences at the ball. They might taste some strange wizarding delicacies together and laugh about how odd they are. This shared sense of humor and adventure could be the foundation of their relationship. As the night goes on, they find themselves seeking each other out more and more, not wanting the evening to end.
Their relationship might develop with more trust. Since Harry chose Hermione for the ball, she might feel more special to him. They could start sharing more secrets and having deeper conversations about their lives, families, and their fears about Voldemort.