Full Summary:

The International Confederation of Wizard's Quidditch Committee is hosting the World Cup in a few months. The problem is, the players are refusing to participate, citing that the previous cup was poorly planned and underwhelming, making it a waste of vacation time. Among those who do not want to participate is Puddlemere United's star chaser, Draco Malfoy.

Instead of canceling the event, the committee decided that this year it would be better to hire professionals. They approached Hermione Granger, the owner of Heavenly, the top events management company of the wizarding world and muggle world.

Hermione's number one priority is to convince Draco to join the world cup. Draco's number one priority is to spend his vacation time wisely, like charming any girl he wants because he can. Hence, he refuses to meet with any of the World Cup organizers. Hermione hated not succeeding. She decided that she will personally dragged the Chaser out of his vacation, even if it meant becoming the chaser, herself.


Draco Malfoy, just landed at his pent house in London. He was tired from practice with Puddlemere United. Thankfully, he wasn't hounded by the department of games and sports to join the world cup. He wasn't at all surprise that, Blaise Zabini and Theodore Nott, burst into his fireplace unannounced.

"Greetings Malfoy." Blaise said in a mock tone.

Draco only grunted and headed for the laundry room, to store his dirty clothes. He wasn't in the mood to talk yet. He just came from a brutal practice, got hit by a bludger a couple of times. Thankfully, he didn't end up in St. Mungo's, this time.

"Zabini, why are we barging in again? You know, Malfoy will just snub us. He's a dead man walking after practice." Theodore said, while seating on one of the couches.

"I am taking a break from wedding planning." Blaise said, lying down on the couch.

"And you chose to terrorize his place?" Theodore questioned.

Draco chose that time to step in. "Women free zone. How is Daphne, Theodore?"

Theodore groaned upon the mention of his wife. "Daphne is great. Her sister not so much. She's currently nursing a broken heart in my house."

The men nodded in agreement. Draco grabbed a bottle of firewhiskey for his friends, while he got juice for himself. The quidditch season might be ending soon, but that doesn't mean he had to let go.

"Malfoy, are you sure about skipping the cup?" Blaise said while Draco took a seat.

"I'm not interested, like last time. I could use the time to help Mother with the business."

"Who would have though your ego would allow you to miss this?" Theodore said, while trying to figure out how to turn on the television set.

"Simple, it's not as big as before. Stop being a bloody idiot, just press the red button on the remote." Draco said, somewhat heatedly.

"Funny thing, these televisions and Internet. The muggles have expanded their world, while we seem to be stuck in ours." Blaise thought out loud.

"That's why, my mother needs help in the company. We want to expand the use of television channels and the internet. I am planning to make watching quidditch games available on those by next season." Draco said.

"It's not enough you expanded to owning Muggle luxury hotels." Theodore said, while trying to figure out the show on television.

"Well, coexisting is a good trend. A lot of companies are investing in trying to make muggle aspects available and more wizard friendly." Draco's response was met with a slight nod from his friends.

It was evident that a lot has changed for the group after the war. During they're time at Hogwarts after the war, all students entered a muggle studies crash course. Basically, studying Math, Science and Language of muggles. This made it easier for students, like Draco Malfoy to enter a muggle university.

Currently Hogwarts, along with other wizarding schools, have started integrating Muggle studies as a requirement in all curriculum. Hence, why the wizarding world is racing to acquire muggle technology. Malfoy Incorporated started from investing in hotels and resorts but soon expanded into muggle technology. They pioneered the use of cellular phones in the wizarding world for faster messaging.

"Gentlemen, before I forget, my soon-to-be wife is organizing a dinner for our entourage/friends, on Friday." Blaise had announced, after getting a message from his fiancé.

"Should we expect everyone to be there?" Theodore asked, while Draco looked uninterested.

"Yes, and Pansy, I heard has finally accepted the Weasel. Luna mentioned that Granger is in town too." Blaise replied.

"Is Granger planning your wedding?" Theodore asked curiously, having heard of Heavenly.

"Believe it or not, Luna has taken it upon herself to plan our wedding. She only asked Granger for an assistant for venue and organization. She has her own theme, while I just sit there and say yes or no."

Theodore snorted at that. "Daphne wouldn't let me decide on anything. Thankfully, I didn't even need to be present."

Draco chuckled. "Is that why you were stuck with a violet suit? And an awkward first dance to a song that Daphne said was your theme song, even if you have no idea what it was."

Theodore shrugged in response. "Well, I firmly believe that as long as she's happy. I couldn't care less for the wedding. You should get a girl sometime, Malfoy, and not those you only sleep with."

Draco laughed. "You know my mother will set me up with the next available girl, once I announced I am ready to marry. For now, I am enjoying not being whipped."

Blaise raised his glass to that. "To your freedom, Malfoy. May you find your match soon, so you may know the feeling of being whipped."

Theodore agreed. "To your future wife, may she make you squirm."

Draco could only glare at his friends, but drank along with them. Blaise cleared his throat. "By the way, since we're all drinking now, Luna is inviting us to an acquaintance dinner. You are all required to endure with me." Theodore chocked in laughter. Draco just scowled.

"Zabini, no amount of alcohol can push me to go there." Draco said, making Theodore laugh even more. Blaise could only snort in response.

"No matter what you say, Malfoy. You know, we are already sucked into the group. I mean, Pansy is trying to date a Weasley. I'm marrying Lovegood." Blaise said. Theodore could only raised his glass, starting a toast.

"To integrating into the Gryffindor crowd." Blaise raised his glass in agreement while Draco just drank his cup.

"I need better friends." Draco said under his breath. He didn't know anyone decent enough, so he settled with just continuing the drinking, slightly dreading another red and gold, a bit loony dinner.

That's how he found himself, standing at the Zabini Manor garden, amidst all the Gryffindors. Draco isn't exactly against the idea of making friends with them, but with all the crap he did to them, he could understand if they don't forgive him. He was at the forefront of the bullying, after all.

Blaise greeted everyone. He gets along with them since he works with two Weasleys. Theodore stood beside him, while his wife mingled with Pansy and Ginny Potter.

"You think the amount of booz I enough to drown the experience." Theodore said beside him. Draco snorted.

"Knowing Blaise, it should be." Harry Potter said from behind them. He raised his glass to them, joining their drinking party.

"Potter" Draco muttered. They were civil, maybe even friendly but both of them won't admit it. Draco turned to the door of the garden. A leggy brunette just walked in. She had on a simple midnight blue summer dress with white flower patterns. She had on simple brown gladiator heels. Her hair cascaded as she moves. Upon closer inspection, her caramel eyes seem to be scanning the crowd.

Draco recognized what he felt the moment she walked in. She caught his interest. It didn't help that he knew exactly who walk in. Hermione Granger. It became an unspoken truce that they are letting the past go. The last time she saw the brunette was during a party at a bar in Muggle London, back when he was studying at Cambridge. She looked different then, like a student. He had approached her, and apologized. He explained his situation and to his relief, she accepted it. Now she looked downright confident. Smoking, even.

She waved at the girls, with confidence oozing off her. Draco had to look away. Theodore gave a soft whisper.

"Man, the years did Granger well" He muttered. Harry scowled at him.

"I know, we try to get along, but yeah, not a topic I want to be in. Besides, you're married." Draco snorted. He agreed with Theodore but, he's rather let Blaise have this moment. He won't appreciate a brawl.

"But Malfoy isn't." Draco glared at his friend.

"Nott, stop being an idiot." Draco responded but Harry was already finding the idea amusing.

"The day Hermione gives Malfoy a shot would be the day I see Ron reading a book." Theodore laugh as well.

"You mean, never, right?" Theodore's quick response.

"I'm charming when I want to be, Nott." Draco argued, while Harry just laughed. He wasn't at all mad at the insinuation that Draco and Hermione could possibly get together. He's fine with Ron and Pansy, Luna and Blaise. There was no issue. Just mere fun.

"Let's see you try, Draco." Theodore challenged him. Harry found it amusing so he decided to join in.

"Just to warn you, Hermione packs a punch both magically and physically. You should know, Malfoy." He said, referring to the incident back in their Hogwarts years. Draco chose to ignore them and made his way to her.

Hermione was currently entertaining James, Harry's eldest son, Teddy Lupin and the Nott's son, Daniel. Draco watched her laugh, finding his attraction to her a little too real. He didn't care about blood. It's been so long since the wizarding world has grown to accept muggles. His family's company is investing in muggle items. It would be too hypocritical if her blood stops him from pursuing. He held back a chuckle.

"I'm not easily put down, Potter." Draco made his way to Hermione. This left Harry wondering if he did the right thing by pushing Malfoy to Hermione. He didn't do it intentionally, but Draco's interest peaked when Hermione walked in. She's a grown woman and could handle herself. He just needs to watch out for Ron. He might be trying for Pansy but, he wouldn't be surprised if his reaction would be less than acceptable.

Draco stood beside the blooming Hermione Granger. It didn't take him a while to think about what to say. He couldn't wait to push buttons. He settled with teasing her.

"Ready to have some fun with the adults, Granger?"

Hermione directed her attention to the handsome blonde. There was no shortage of news about the Chaser. He was always on the cover either for a win or for his conquest. He couldn't blame them. As an event organizer and advertisement specialist, you could spot charm when you see it. And Draco Malfoy is charming when he wants to be. The press could milk him up. His horrid past was forgotten because he knew how to use his skills at winning people over.

"On the contrary, Malfoy. I think, you got bored with the adults and decided to join us." She said while directing her attention to James's group.

"Uncle Draco, did you bring your broom with you?" Daniel Nott asked his godfather. This earned the attention of the other kids.

"No, squirt. Your Uncle Blaise wouldn't be pleased with me, if I did." Draco rubbed the kid's head. That didn't sway the attention of the other boys, completely ignoring their awesome Auntie Hermione.

"I saw your face in the Quidditch shop." Teddy Lupin said, while still gazing at him. James joined the conversation by adding, "Do you sell brooms?"

It was obvious that the kids were still too young to know Quidditch but they knew about brooms. Hermione could only shake her head in amusement. It was obvious that the fact that Draco owns a broom s enough to capture their attention.

"Uncle Draco plays Quidditch for a living, kids. You should ask him about that." Hermione stood up, ready to make her escape. Draco smirked at her, clearly noticing her escape plan.

"Very obvious, Granger. I hope you know that I will corner you again, sometime today." Hermione didn't blush but she noticed the hint of promise in his voice. It sounded like he wanted to be in her presence. Although they have haphazardly let go of the past with their friends mixing, she had no one on one experience with the blonde. This was probably their first interaction involving words since he apologized at a muggle pub to her back in college. Their other interactions were in passing and not enough to be notice, with both their works requiring travel.

She simply smiled at him, in what she hopes was inviting. "You are welcome to try, Malfoy."

It was a game now. A dance between two former enemies realizing a hidden attraction between them. It wasn't sudden or hidden. It didn't grow from their Hogwarts years. It was a kind of attraction one get from seeing someone for the first time. It didn't build to this point. It honestly just happened.

"I look forward to the challenge, Granger." The both turned their attention elsewhere. Draco entertained the kids, while Hermione joined the adults.

A small smile graced her lips. Admittedly, Draco Malfoy coming for her was a surprise yet some what exhilarating. It gave her a different kind of confidence. She's not expecting a big love confession spurning from years back. She's pretty certain that the attraction now, simply came to them. She didn't plan on analyzing it. It would be fun to watch it evolve.