Hermione Granger, 29 years old, hard working, bachelorette. For no matter how hard she tried, no matter where she looked, she could not find love. Over the years Hermione had been on countless dates, though it was never right for her, her dates rarely made her smile or laugh like she had in her youth, she regularly had trouble maintaining a half intelligent conversation, and there certainly had been no spark.
This is what led her to make this decision, Hermione signed up for a hit new wizarding show, Naked dating. She knew that it was highly unlikely she would find a match, but she was getting desperate. She longed to have someone to share her day with, to hold her at night and to eventually start a family with. So now she stood, tall and proud, feeling like a nervous wreck next to the shows host; Jessica Edwards, a blonde haired beauty, with whom Hermione felt she could never compete with, waiting to meet the other contestant searching for love.
Hermione gave a sigh, it felt as if she had been waiting hours, though she was sure it had only really been a few minutes, she had tried to strike up a conversation with Jessica but the woman had brushed her off and said to wait for the other contestant before she would answer any questions, thus Hermione was made to wait indignantly.
Before too long a head of jet black hair could be seen walking up the sandy path towards her. Hermione craned her neck to get a better look at the man, and a small smile spread across her face when she saw her long time friend Harry Potter. Surprised as she was to see him, she knew that Harry had trouble finding someone special, most witches after all, were just after his fame and money from being the hero of the wizarding world. Already she could see his reasoning for coming onto the show, no girl here would be seeking him out, they too were here for a chance at finding Mr Right. As he walked closer Hermione saw a similar smile appear on his face.
'Hello Hermione' Harry said, pulling her into a comfortable, friendly hug. Hermione began to respond bit was interrupted by Jessica clearing her throat with a loud 'HMMPH' causing Hermione to roll her eyes, she did not particularly like this woman and she sincerely hoped the woman would not be hanging around long, and that Hermione would not be forced to be in her company for great deals of time as the show progressed. Her thoughts were once again interrupted as Jessica began to speak.
'Good afternoon, and welcome to a brand spanking new season of Naked Dating' Hermione could have sworn Jessica winked as she said the word 'spanking' but she chose not to say anything as she knew the cameras were rolling as was worried they would have to start over if she did. Jessica was now sporting a smile which greatly reminded Hermione of Gilderoy Lockhart. 'My name is Jessica Edwards, and I am very excited to be the host of this brand new show' Jessica continued to beam and talk in an overly excited and chipper tone. Hermione fought hard to contain her eye rolling, she simply could not stand women who acted in this manner. Harry, however, stood like a perfect gentleman, listening to the woman in front of him.
'I have with me here today the top wizarding world bachelorette, war heroin and bookstore owner, Hermione Granger' Jessica continued, indicating Hermione with a casual hand gesture, as Hermione turned her head slightly to a nearby camera and tried to give a smile like Jessica, just like she had been instructed on the journey to the private island. A small giggle escaped from the hosts lips, before she turned to Harry, batting her eyelashes. 'And here we have the esteemed Harry Potter, the chosen one, the worlds saviour and possibly the best looking man I've had the pleasure of seeing' Jessica giggled again and gave Harry a sultry smile. This time Hermione was unable to stop her eyes from rolling.
'I wish you both the best of luck on your quest for happiness, we will be in touch soon, but for now it is time for the two of you to get better acquainted, if you'll follow the path to your right you will find your accommodation and instructions for your very first naked date1' Jessica instructed with a squeal, leaving the pair to catch up.
The island was beautiful, the air was fresh and warm, conversation flowed easily for the two friends and the sounds of their laughter filled the space around them.
'I had no idea you would be here' Hermione said as they neared the small villa, Harry chuckled lightly, 'I could say the same about you, never thought this would be your cup of tea' Harry's response caused a small blush to tint Hermione's cheeks. upon reaching the villa Harry stopped dead in his tracks.
'Uhmm, Hermione' he began, his nerves showing through his voiced, 'I just realised' he continued, 'we are going to have to go on a date... Naked.' This time Hermione was the one to chuckle, 'oh Harry, that's the whole point, to go on..' Hermione paused, realisation finally fully hitting her 'oh merlin' Hermione said. Moments passed between the two friends standing awkwardly together when Harry got the courage to tell Hermione they were probably going to be late for the pre-arranged date. Like robots the two went to their separate rooms to remove their clothing before re-entering the cosy undercover area where they found tea and scones had been set up for the two.
Hermione could not help but steal a glance at Harry, he certainly had grown up over the years, she had just never seen him with so little clothing before, or lack there of. He was made of muscle and toned in all the right places. Harry meanwhile was trying his hardest not to stare at Hermione, but with her breasts rising and falling with each breath she took, or the way they jiggled ever so slightly with each and every step, Harry was feeling a little hot under the collar, or where it would be had he actually been wearing a shirt.
Eventually the pair began to feel more comfortable and they were soon out of brunch, when Harry suggested they take a walk and explore the island. Hermione eagerly stood up to join him, and with linked arms the pair strolled down the path.
'I wonder who our other dates will be with' Hermione began as they reached a little garden filled with colourful flowers. 'I imagine there would have been a fair few people apply' Hermione continued, 'I wonder if we will know anyone else' she said, bending over to smell a bright red flower close to the ground. Harry gulped and willed his body not to respond as he took in the view of her shapely bottom stuck out in the air, he could not believe the thoughts running through his head, Hermione hourglass figure was enticing him, all he wanted to do was reach out, cup her breasts or her bottom, to caress her, see if she felt as good as she looked. Harry shook his head in a vain attempt to rid himself of these thoughts, this was Hermione he was thinking about, she was the closest thing he had to a sister.
'Harry?' he heard Hermione ask, he had been too caught up in his thoughts to notice Hermione had been talking to him, and was now facing him, with a hand on her hip. Harry blinked, his erection painfully obvious now, and he did not miss Hermione's eyes widen as she finally took notice of it. 'perhaps we should head back to the villa... And get dressed again' Hermione stammered, looking anywhere but at him, he knew if he could bring himself to look at her face it would once again be flushed red. So in silence they made their way back to the villa and to their clothes, pausing momentarily to promise to meet each other back by the bar in a few minutes.
Hermione was mortified by Harry's reaction earlier, while it did feel nice to know he though of her as being attractive, Hermione knew she did not have romantic feelings for Harry, to her he was like a big brother, he was meant to be the one that chased off the boys who had impure thoughts about her. While it took Hermione a few minutes to compose herself and for the red hue to leave her cheeks she finally made her way out of the room and to the bar, where she found Harry waiting, shots of firewhiskey in his hands, and an apologetic smile was carefully placed on his face. The pair spent the night drinking till the wee hours of the morning, both quite heavily intoxicated when Harry spoke up.
'I've got to be honest with you Hermione, please don't interrupt me with this' he added as he saw his friends opening her mouth to reply 'I am very sorry for what happened out in the garden, and I am very glad to know I have at least one familiar face with whom I can talk to here, but you are too much of a good friend, you have been with me through thick and thin' stopping momentarily to ponder his next words, willing himself to continue he said 'but I think we both know we aren't compatible as anything more than friends'. harry wasn't sure what he had been expecting in terms of a reaction, but he certainly hadn't been expecting Hermione to throw her arms around him, kiss him briefly on the cheek and thank him. 'I feel the same way Harry, I just had no idea how to bring it up' Hermione said with a loud laugh, before long the pair said their goodnights and headed to their rooms to prepare themselves for the next morning, when they would meet their second dates.