The party was in full swing by the time the couple arrived. Shades of black and silver shone around the large ballroom and Charlie excised himself from Hermione to get them some drinks. As she made her way towards the Weasley family Hermione thought over how far they had come. After all Malfoy Manor hadn't always been this welcoming. It had been strange how the changes had all come about but after the war there wasn't much choice. Draco intercepted Hermione's path drawing her into a hug. The pair had grown close since the war and Hermione now considered him among her closest friends.
Charlie's arm slid around Hermione's waist leading her to the group in the corner. Ginny rushed over to Hermione pulling her away from Charlie to gossip.
'So how are things with my brother?'
Hermione laughed. The red headed girl was constantly digging for information about her relationship and Hermione gave in. Hermione told Ginny about how she thought Charlie could be the one and how they'd discussed her moving out to Romania to live with him. In turn Ginny told her about how they'd decided to try for a baby and how she hoped Harry planned to propose soon. Hermione laughed knowing that Harry did indeed plan on proposing straight after the event in fact. Charlie had helped the wizard set up before they came to the party.
As it neared midnight Hermione found herself in the dance floor swaying in time with Charlie. Her head leant against his chest he moved them side to side. Hermione began to feel sleepy with the slow music and warm room.
10...
The countdown to New Year began and Hermione was thankful as Charlie led her away from the dance floor. Pushing Hermione against the wall Charlie's lips met hers just as fireworks exploded and the whole room exploded into a glittery colourful mess.
Happy New Year
The speaker blared the greeting and Hermione moaned into Charlie's lips. What a wonderful new year.
