One of the most heartbreaking scenes could be when Hermione tells Ron in a really cold and matter - of - fact way that she doesn't have those feelings for him. It's like she's shutting down all his hopes with just a few words. Another could be when she starts avoiding him completely after the rejection, and Ron sees her happily chatting with other friends as if he never mattered. This would really sting for Ron fans who were rooting for their relationship.
It can completely change the direction of the story. For example, Ron might become more withdrawn and focus on self - improvement. His friendship with Harry could also be affected as he might be too preoccupied with his broken heart. Or he could start to resent Hermione, leading to a lot of tension between them.
In this kind of fanfiction, it could be that the author wants to explore a different dynamic. Hermione and Ron have a long - built relationship in the original series. Maybe the author feels that Ron and Hermione have a more 'grounded' connection compared to Harry and Hermione. It could also be about showing Ron's growth and how he becomes more worthy in Hermione's eyes over Harry.
The appeal might be the novelty. Fans are used to the idea of Harry being the hero in all aspects, including potentially in Hermione's eyes. So, this twist where Hermione goes for Ron instead is different. It's like seeing a different side of the story.
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.
She might be heartbroken. Hermione is a strong - willed character, but being cheated on would surely shatter her. She could initially be in disbelief, given her trust in Ron. Then, she might become angry and start to distance herself from Ron, focusing more on her own studies or other relationships, like her friendship with Sirius.
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.
One possible reason could be that Hermione has a different romantic vision. In the original series, she might see Harry more as a friend. In the fanfic, her character could be written as being focused on her own personal growth and goals, which don't align with a romantic relationship with Harry.
In many fanfics, their relationship develops through shared hardships during the search for Horcruxes. They rely on each other more and more, which deepens their emotional connection.
Well, it could lead to Harry feeling a bit heartbroken at first. But then he might focus more on his fight against the dark forces. He realizes that their friendship is more important than a romantic relationship that wasn't meant to be.