Chapter One, Explanations
Hermione was very happy. The war was over this past summer, she was in her seventh year, her parents allowed her to have a few friends over for the rest of the summer, and well, there were very few casualties on their side. Those casualties, Moody and Charlie being two. There were only two followers of Voldemort left to find, and Snape was not only the key to Voldemort's downfall, but received Order of Merlin, First Class! This had to be a better year, there was no way he could be as grumpy as he used to be. Of course, it would odd seeing him again, after the little, um, incident. Kissing her was not a real incident, to her anyway. It was right after Voldemort was killed by Harry. Snape had distracted him with a spell, and Harry used "Avada Kadavera" for the first, and hopefully last, time. Snape had only stood there for a second.
He spun around and caught Hermione in his arms. He stared deep into her eyes, and she stared back, seeing an emotion so un-recognizable in his eyes, mixed with what seemed to be tears. "I'm Free!" It was barley above a whisper but she heard it. Then he did it. He kissed her. And with such passion. He let go, stared at her with a little guilt, and maybe a linger of…hope? Hermione had been in love with him ever since. He, on the other hand, had ignored her at all the Order parties. He wouldn't even look at her.
"No chance in avoiding me now!"
"Hermione? Are you ok?"
"I'm sure she is fine Harry, just plotting on getting my Godfather into her pants is all."
"You know Draco, if they got married, and since, were together, wouldn't she be our Godmother?"
Hermione rolled her eyes. Ever since the war ended, Harry and Draco didn't have to hide their year old relationship. Draco was cleared after Dumbledoor and Snape revealed he was an undercover spy for the Order, that only they new about. (Harry included.)
They told Hermione about their relationship the first day at her house. Harry didn't want to stay at the Weasleys home, for fear of an over kind Ginny. And Draco's father was still on the run, so it wasn't safe for him at home.
"I thought as much. I remember the last you two "fought" during sixth year. As you where leaving, Draco, I caught Harry staring at your arse. And Draco nearly freaked out during the last Quidditch game of the season, against Ravenclaw, when you fell off your broom. Yes, I noticed, and a few other people did too. Don't worry though, they think it was because Harry didn't die, or at least break something."
Now here they were, on their way to the last year at Hogwarts. Hermione was sitting across from Draco and Harry. Harry had been laying the long way, with his legs over the edge of the seat, head in Draco's lap. Draco stared at him lovingly, brushing his fingers through his hair.
"Draco, what are Snapes's favorite sweets?"
"You know Hermione, I'm not totally sure, though, I think It's some type of muggle candy."
"Seriously? How did he get a hold of those?"
"Contrary to popular belief, he does fancy some muggle things. Not the electronics mind you, but the foods. He does have a major sweet tooth."
"Oi! Anybody seen Ginny around?"
"Sorry Ron, Last time I seen her she and Blaise were moving up front."
"Thanks 'ine. Hey you two get a room!" Ron Laughed as he left the three alone to find his sister. After a little while he was fine with the whole Harry, Draco thing, and thought Hermione's love chase after Sanpe Hilarious. They were now a group four. Hermione smiled after the announcements to get ready and get their robes on.
"Ready or not Snape, here I come."
"Here we come. We are going to help. Besides, I know Snape better then any one else, being his God son and all."
"All right, all right. Ready or not Snape, here we come!"
He couldn't stare at her. Not once. It was a mistake. He shouldn't have kissed her. Granted, it showed him what he could, and would have. He knew the first time she walked through those doors that her plain beauty would soon bewitch him. Later, in her first potions class, she proved she would be able to match him, in every way possible, be a match, worthy apponent. After that kiss, he knew he was in trouble. He would have to wait until she graduated, then he would have her.
"I know what your' thinking. There is only one way to find out."
"Albus, what the hell are you talking about?"
"I will look over the whole, teacher -student thingy. In fact, now that the war is over, I'm sure no one in the ministry is going to care. I'll make sure no one cares."
Severus smiled, and looked toward the Gryffindor table, and slightly rose his glass to a looking Hermione.
'Let the games begin.' He thought to himself, drinking the last of his pumpkin juice. He didn't notice the mad twinkle in Albus's eyes.
"Minerva, this is going to be the interesting year we all need." Albus stood up and raised his arms in the air, and the room immediately silenced.
"Ladies and gentleman, I would like to congratulate Hermione Granger and Draconis Malfoy as our head boy and girl. Please, STAY OUT OF THE FORBIDDEN FOREST! I can't protect you, and neither can the other staff. Don't smirk Mr. Potter. Ok, Mr. Filch has added that all things sold by the shop owned by the Weasly twins are banned. Seventh years now are able to go to Hogsmade every weekend, and are allowed off campus on weekends. And that's about it, so, once the food is cleared, please go to your dormitories, and classes will start first thing in the morning. Good night. And head boy and girl; please report to my office for a quick meeting. Please enjoy the complimentary lemon drops I left on your pillows."
"Why do you think the headmaster wants to see us Mione?"
"Who knows, probably wants us to sell lemon drops on our off time."
Draco snickered as they paused at the statue that leads to Dumbledoors's office.
"Um, Draco? Do you happen to know the pass word?"
Draco looked utterly repulsed.
"I refuse to say it!"
"Oh come on! It can't be that bad! And you're gay! I thought you were in to the whole romantic thing!"
"Oh I am, but don't tell anyone. I still have to keep up the bad boy rep, no PDA with us. But it is still revolting."
"Come on just tell me! It won't do good to be late for our first meeting!"
"Fine, fine. It's……."
Hermione broke out into a grin, followed by a small, barley heard giggle, then it grew.
"Oh my god!! I can just picture you saying this! Hahahahha!"
"Shut up! Harry is more of the femmy! Just Hurry up! And you have to sing it!"
"What?"
"Doumblydoor wanted to have some fun."
"Oh! Oh! Wait! I have the best Idea!!! Let's wait!"
"What, why?"
Hermione simply pointed ahead of them, and Draco smirked.
"I do believe I am rubbing off on you Love!"
Professor Snape was told he was needed in the headmaster's office, and headed up there directly. All the while, planning on how to court, and seduce Miss. Granger all in a matter of months. She wasn't going to leave if he had anything to do with it. He stopped when he noticed the head boy and girl standing there looking completely lost. He notices Draco coming towards him with a look of relief on his face.
"Hey Uncle Sev!"
"Don't ever call me that again, or I will give everyone a reason to call you ferret boy."
"Fine, fine! Look, we have a meeting with old disco ball up there, but neither of us was given the password."
"So if you please professor, Draco and I are already late, and are in a hurry."
"Fine, Fine, and move out of the way I'll….." He paused at the front of the statue. No. He couldn't do it, not in front of her. Oh gods no! But if he didn't, he'll show maybe a hint of ……
"Is their something wrong sir?"
"No Miss. Granger, I'm just trying to remember the words." It was a good thing he didn't turn around, or the look of mirth would have given everything away. This was too good to pass up.
"Well Uncle Sevie? We mustn't keep ol' twinkle eyes waiting!"
With a sigh, Snape crossed his arms, and with out any enthusiasm sang;
"Don't you wish your girlfriend was hot like me, don't you wish your girlfriend was a freak like me, don't cha?"
The statue looked at him and refused to move. "Now, now," it said, "Where is the enthusiasm?"
"Oh come on!"
"At least have some arm movement! Every one else was practically dancing! And who wouldn't these muggle songs are pretty catchy."
Hermione and Draco looked like they were going to pee their pants. Draco had to hold his hand over his mouth, while Hermione was biting her lip.
"Fine! But after this, it will never happen again!" Snape snapped savagely. (I always wanted to write that!) Snape wiggled his arms a bit and started to sing the chorus again.
Hermione couldn't help herself. With a few flicks of her wand, Snape was twirling around. That did it; Draco was on the ground laughing uncontrollably. This was going in his pensive. No way was he not going to share this with Harry. Mmm…Harry, and his soft black hair, strong arms and…..ok! He was no longer laughing, but very uncomfortable.
"Something wrong Draco?"
"Uh, um no, not really Uncle Severus, just ah, gotta take care of something later is all….."
Hermione smiled. No one knew of the partnership between him and Harry yet, except for Hermione and Ron. And wondered what this man would say to such a relationship.
"Ah! Hermione! Draco! Severus! Glad you could make it! My Draco, you gained a little weight! Now you don't look like a stick! How is Harry?"
"Ah, fine?"
"Don't worry, I know everything about everyone when they enter my castle." He said this in a low voice so no one but the two of them could hear.
"We will have a chat you and I'm when I am finished here. Now, I called this meeting for one reason and one reason only. As you know the head girl and boy must do rounds. Every night one of you will be accompanying Professor Snape with his rounds. You can alternate. The other night you will be patrolling the other part of the castle on your own. That is all. Now Draco."
Snape left immediately, he needed to down a Firewhisky, and quickly. Hermione on the other hand, lingered a bit.
"Excuse, Headmaster, but might I give you a suggestion for a new password? I'm sure it will be an even bigger hit!"
A/N Ok, that was chapter one, and I hoped you enjoyed it. Please Review! I need encouragement! If there are any spelling mistakes with the spells or names, forgive me. I have not read the books since the first day the 6th one came out. The Password song style will change often, and ideas would be very helpful and help get the plot bunny hopping around all the quicker!