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A\N I dont like the shape of Hermione's Patronus. So for the sake of this story it will be an owl. Thank You.

2nd November 2001

Hermione Granger was stumped.

Yes, that's the only way to describe what she felt. It was not every day one sees 'The Brightest Witch of Her Age' speechless. And the reason was in front of her, in all his six feet glory.

25th October 2001 (A week ago)

A silver Lynx made its way to the desk of Hermione Granger and as soon as she looked up "Granger, could you come in my office please?" called out the deep voice of Minister Shacklebolt. Hermione smiled as the patronus disappeared.

Conjuring up her own patronus, she replied "Of course Minister, I will be there in a minute". As the silver Owl took off, Hermione closed her file and made her way towards the minister's cabin

As she walked past the Department of Mysteries on her way, she couldn't help but feel nostalgic about everything that changed.

It has been three years since the Second Wizarding War. Three years ago 'the Boy Who Lived' vanquished the self-proclaimed Dark Lord. Three years since Wizarding World was at peace. Almost. The elite purebloods took a hard look at themselves (most of them at least) and realized that the pain loss and destruction, not to mention the shame was not worth it. They can keep aside the blood purity if it keeps a half blood maniac at bay.

Things have been pleasant to say the least. The Golden trio was honored with the highest rewards the people could give. After a few months of grateful letters and unwanted paparazzi, they went ahead and continued their lives normally. Well as normal as the war heroes could afford. Not much. Even after three years their smallest details could make it to the front page.

Harry Potter, The Boy Who Survived, continued his parent's legacy and joined the Auror Department. At the age of 21, he went on to become the 2nd youngest departmental head in centuries. He lost the 1st position by just a month and was more than happy to be second.

Talking about the first one, that's hardly a guess. Hermione Granger, The Brightest Witch of her age, went to search for her parents and found them dead. They had been targeted by rouge death eaters. After a month of mourning, she immersed herself and worked hard in the Department of Magical Creatures to get a law passed for elves welfare. In a year, the elves had the right to freedom and could demand payment and leave. After that she started working in the International Department of Magical Co-operation and within a year on her 21st Birthday was awarded with the head post, making her the youngest department head in centuries and a muggleborn head ever.

The Third Member of the trio Ronald Weasley was done with Dark Wizards for a lifetime. So after the completion of the war, he played Quidditch for his favorite team Chudley Canons. Though their team improved with Ron's inclusion, his opinion of the team steadily deteriorated. After 1 year and the completion of his contract, Ron with a heavy heart resigned and after 6 months joined Puddlemere United after Oliver Wood resigned due to leg injury. After a disastrous relationship of one month with Hermione Granger, they both decided they were better off as best friends. 3 months after his break up, Ron started dating Luna Lovegood and after she completed her healer training 1 year later, they got married. The marriage was on the front page of Daily Prophet and Quibbler and so was the birth of their child Harry Fred Weasley. The child named after his Godfather and Ron's brother whom he Almost lost in the battle, was the apple of his Parents and God Parents eyes, Blessed with his mother's platinum blond hair and father's blue eyes, he was the cutest kid in the world, according to Hermione who was his God mother.

Unfortunately Cupid was not so kind for the other two thirds of the trio. After her break up, Hermione dated Victor Krum who had become good friends with Ron during their Quidditch Tours, for 6 months but due to long tours and work hours, they grew distant and broke it off. They still write to each other but that is all.

After the war Harry decided he did not need a fan girl for a life partner and broke up with Ginny Weasley. No one was surprised by this. Not even Ron, who looked more relieved than angry. 'I love Ginny mate, but she is not the one for you" was all he said. Ginny eventually grew out of it and started dating Neville Longbottom, who was the Head of Gryffindor House and a professor for Herbology at Hogwarts. They are engaged to be married.

Harry had a string of girlfriends, never for more than a month. He gave Wizarding London's resident Bad Boy Draco Malfoy a stiff competition for the title playboy. That's not the only title they compete for. According to Witch Weekly, they both share the title spot of the Most Eligible Bachelor of Wizarding Britan.

Speaking of the Platinum Death Eater, The Malfoys switched sides after Draco's sixth year. Draco's inability to kill Albus Dumbledore in cold blood did not sit dowm well with the half-blood Dark Lord. After watching her son tortured, Lady Malfoy begged her husband to switch sides. A bigot he maybe but he loved his family. The Malfoys contacted the Order of Phoenix and agreed to become spies if they could protect their son. After the war Senior Malfoy was placed under 5 years of house arrest for his past crimes and a hefty fine. Draco and his mother were cleared of all charges and left free. Malfoy started working for the Department of Law Enforcement and was now London's most sought out attorney.

He and Harry developed a slight partnership and were phenomenal in that. Potter caught them and Malfoy made sure they stay that way.

"Hermione are you going to stand at the door or are you planning on coming in"

She broke from her thoughts and smiled at the man who was as good as her father to her.

"Sorry Shacks, was just taking a trip down the Memory Lane" she replied cheekily

Kingsley sighed and said "how many times do I have to tell you to not address me by the horrific name"

Hermione shrugged "I like it"

Kingsley knew that it was pointless telling her to stop so he just sighed.

"So tell me Shacks, what can I do for you?"

Kingsley took out a folder from his left folder and handed it to her.

"As you know, we have great relationships with the nations of our continent. We are even connected to the American Wizarding World and Asia to some extent. We do a lot of trade from Japan and China courtesy The Potter and Malfoy industries having their branch there. Even Weasley's Wizarding Wheezes has a branch in China...

Hermione snorted "Merlin knows how those two managed to become world famous"

Kingsley glared "As I was saying before being rudely interrupted, Africa and Australia are untouched. The ministry has decided that it is time to broaden our horizons. The Kingdom of Egypt and The Australian Parliament of Magic has been interested in forming a better relationship with our nation and we agree to it. So we will need to send someone to th… Hermione are you okay?

Hermione looked as if Christmas had come early. Egypt being one of the oldest nations on Earth according to Muggles was even older Magic wise. It was a treasure trove for knowledge and Hermione's Dream destination.

"Do you need a volunteer? Because I am free and I will be happy to oblige" Hermione said happily

Kingsley appeared surprised "Really? I thought after your parents death you would not want to go to Australia. But if you do that can be…

"WHAT? Who said anything about Australia? I thought you are talking about Egypt" Hermione looked confused.

The Minister started laughing "See that's what happens when you don't listen to the whole thing. Well as I was saying we need to send someone to Australia as an Ambassador of our country. You would be my first choice but knowing about your parents and the fact that I need you here for another Job. So anyone you want to recommend? And it cannot be Potter. I need him here too."

"Robert Davis"

"Why?"

"He is my colleague and excellent at what he does. He will represent us in a perfect manner and he needs a holiday" she added cheekily

"Okay. I will put this name in front of the Wizengamont. I think he will do"

"Great. But what about Egypt?" I am still available to go"

"Hermione, I know you want to go. But we are not sending anyone there. They are sending their Ambassador here."

"Oh okay. So what do you need me for?"

"You are to welcome her and introduce her to the Ministry. In simple words while she is here you will be the face of The Ministry of Magic and The Magical Community of Britain"

Hermione gulped, suddenly very nervous.

"Minister, are you sure that is a good idea. I mean what about the Wizengamont and what about the…"

"Hermione this was a majority decision. Not only are you great at what you do but also you symbolize everything we are proud of. Wisdom, Bravery, Loyalty and Equality and apart from all this the ambassador recommended your name so please be confident. I have faith in you"

Hermione was touched. The man was like a father to her and if he thinks she can do it, she will do it.

"I accept. What do you need me to do"

"That is like the Hermione Granger I know and adore"

"Stop it Shacks. Tell me my job"

"There are three main objectives here. First you are to clear a workspace for her, preferably next to your cabin. She will be working on the details and technicalities of this collaboration with you. Make sure the cabin is elegant. Second you are in charge of the Ministry Christmas ball this year. It is you Department's turn right?

Hermione nodded. The ball rotated every year with different departments in charge of it. This year it was the Department of International Magical Cooperation. Last year it was the Auror Department. Harry was in charge, and unsurprisingly the theme was Quidditch. Oh the flying elves. Hermione chuckled.

"You can include her in planning. She will arrive via port key in a week and will be here for approximately six months and it is your job that she sees the best of our nation. And lastly you are to select two aurors for her protection detail. One female…

Hermione was taking notes. She looked up on the last statement and asked "Why would she need protection detail? What about her accommodations?"

Kingsley replied "The ambassador has requested us that we let them arrange the accommodations…

"But why would they do that?"

"She apparently already has a place to stay"

Hermione felt offended. What do they think that we are not capable of providing with good living arrangements?

"And why the protection detail?"

Kingsley pointed to the folder he handed her at the start of the meeting and said "All details are in that folder. But I would like to tell you this bit…the ambassador is none other than Arya Khan, Daughter of the ruling King Omar Khan. Next in line to rule"

And with that statement, her job just got a lot more complicated.

Hermione gulped.

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