One reason could be that Hermione is under a lot of stress in the fanfic, and she takes it out on Sirius. Also, she might have some misinformation about Sirius that makes her think less of him. For example, if there are rumors going around about Sirius' past actions, Hermione might believe them without really getting to know him better. Another possibility is that Hermione is trying to assert her authority in a situation where she feels it's being challenged, and Sirius just happens to be in her way.
It could be that Hermione has a different set of values in the fanfiction. If Sirius' actions or beliefs don't align with hers, she may be condescending towards him. For instance, if Sirius is more laid - back about following rules and Hermione is a stickler for them, she could view him as irresponsible and act condescendingly. Also, personal insecurities on Hermione's part might play a role. If she feels threatened by Sirius in some way, like his popularity or charisma, she might use condescension as a defense mechanism.
In fanfiction, Sirius and Remus could fight over Hermione because of their different relationships with Harry. Since Hermione is Harry's close friend, Sirius might think that he should have more influence over Hermione to help Harry better, as he is Harry's godfather. On the other hand, Remus, being Harry's former teacher and friend, also feels a sense of responsibility towards Hermione because of her connection to Harry. This clash of responsibilities and their own personal feelings for Hermione can spark a fight.
One reason could be his status as the Boy Who Lived. In the original story, Harry has this special aura about him, and in fanfiction, Hermione might be drawn to that in an obsessive way. Also, his bravery and leadership qualities could be factors that make Hermione overly interested in him.
One possible reason could be a powerful spell gone wrong. Maybe she was caught in the crossfire of a dark magic spell that Snape was either trying to counter or was involved in accidentally. Another reason might be extreme emotional shock. For instance, if she discovered some dark secret about Snape that was so overwhelming it sent her into a catatonic state.
Well, one reason could be that she discovers some long - lost family inheritance. Maybe her family had a hidden vault full of gold and magical artifacts that she stumbles upon. It's a common trope in fanfiction to give characters unexpected inheritances.
One reason could be to create drama. Fanfiction writers often like to add a lot of angst and turmoil to the story. By having Ron cheat on Hermione, it can create a huge rift not only between them but also among their friends. Another reason might be to explore different character traits. Maybe showing a darker side of Ron that wasn't explored much in the original books.
Well, depending on the context of the fanfiction, Sirius could also be very understanding. If he knew that Harry and Hermione were just having a private conversation about important matters like their fight against Voldemort or schoolwork, he might just give them a knowing smile and say something like 'Carry on, then. Just making sure everything's all right.' He's a rather perceptive character, after all. And he trusts Harry a great deal, so he would likely give them the benefit of the doubt before assuming anything untoward.
Well, it probably strains their relationship. Sirius might feel offended and start to distance himself from Hermione. He could be less likely to trust her or cooperate with her in whatever they were doing in the fanfic.
Well, perhaps in the fanfiction, Sirius would take Hermione on adventures around the wizarding world. Since he was part of the Marauders, he'd know all kinds of hidden places. They could visit ancient magical sites, and along the way, Sirius would share stories about her parents if he knew them. This would not only give Hermione a broader knowledge of the wizarding world but also a sense of connection to her past. Also, he might train her to be a better dueler, preparing her for any threats that come her way in the future.
It could be that she's homesick. Even though she loves being at Hogwarts, sometimes she might miss her muggle family a great deal. Also, she might be crying because she's being bullied. There could be some students who are jealous of her intelligence and are giving her a hard time. In the fanfiction, Sirius finding her crying might lead to him becoming a sort of mentor or protector for her, helping her deal with whatever is making her sad.
One possible reason is Snape's prejudice. He might have some sort of bias against Gryffindors in general, and Hermione, being a very Gryffindor - like student, gets the brunt of it. He may expect her to make mistakes typical of Gryffindors like being overly bold without thinking. Another factor could be that Hermione is so intelligent and inquisitive that Snape feels threatened. He likes to be in control of the knowledge in his classroom, and Hermione's constant questions and thirst for knowledge might make him act tough towards her.