Taken
Description: A Ron/Hermione story. Set after epilogue. Hermione and Ron's life as parents and married couple.
Authors note: As much as I would love to, I don't own Harry Potter, that belongs to J.K Rowling, who generously lets us use her creation to fuel our imaginations.
Chapter 2.
Ron paced around the kitchen holding his hand tight. He had spilled a bit of hot water on it and was fighting back screams. Hermione came into the kitchen and looked at him. "What happened?" she enquired walking over to him. "Spilled a little hot water on my hand" he winced. "I think we have bandages somewhere around here" Hermione smiled softly as she rooted around cupboards before finding a first aid kit. "I could've just healed it myself" Ron mumbled. "What was that Ronald?" Hermione asked as she took a bandage out of the kit. "Nothing dear" Ron replied. Hermione took his right hand and gently began to wrap the bandage around it. Ron looked at her. She had a soft, caring expression on her face mixed with concern. He smiled as he watched her. She met his gaze and smiled. "All done. Do you want me to finish the cooking?" She asked. "No, I said I'd cook and cook I shall" Ron declared opening the fridge. "Prepare to have your taste-buds explode" He grinned. "I'll take that in a good way honey" Hermione smiled. "You better get Hugo ready to go" Ron pointed to the clock that was showing half five. "Yeah, that would be best, I won't be long" She smiled and left the kitchen. Ron heard her call Hugo and they left. Ron rushed into the dining room and took out his wand. After a simple spell, the dining room table was set, with a lit candle in the centre, rose petals scattered over the table, low mood music in the background and the curtains drawn. He went back into the kitchen and put a chicken in the oven. He used his wand to speed the cooking process up. He hated cooking but he wanted to surprise his wife. He conjured up a chocolate cake and put it in the fridge. He took the chicken out of the oven and set up their plates. He ran upstairs and changed into a shirt and jeans. He heard the car pull up and ran downstairs. He stood in front of the front door and heard the car door close. He heard footsteps and a key click in the door. He smiled at Hermione as she walked in. "Oh, hi sweetie" Hermione smiled at him. "Why so dressed up?" She asked before taking off her coat and hanging it up. "You'll see. Follow me" He grinned and headed for the dining room. Hermione raised and eyebrow and followed him. Her mouth fell open at the sight. "Did you do all this while I was gone?" She asked. "Yeah, surprise" Ron grinned. "Oh Ron you didn't have to do this" She smiled. "It was nothing. Now, If the lady would like to sit" Ron declared before pulling out a chair for his wife. "Thank you" She smiled. She sat down and Ron went into the kitchen to get the food. He picked up the plates and brought them in. He placed a plate in front of Hermione and one at the opposite end of the table and sat down. "Enjoy" Ron grinned. "It looks amazing. I never knew you could cook" She grinned taking a bite. "Well…mum always wanted to teach me just in case" Ron smiled. "This is amazing" Hermione smiled. "Not just a pretty face" Ron smirked and laughed. Hermione laughed and they finished their dinner. "Ron that was lovely" Hermione smiled. "Good to know. Now, How do you fancy curling up on the sofa and watching a movie?" Ron suggested. "That sounds great" Hermione grinned. Ron cleared up the plates and they went into the living room. Ron sat down and Hermione sat beside him, tucking her legs up and settling her head on his chest. Ron smiled and wrapped an arm around her. They switched on the T.V and settled on a film. After about an hour Hermione yawned. "Oh, I forgot to tell you, Rose sent a letter earlier" she smiled. "Oh good. How is she?" Ron asked. "She's great, coming home June 3rd, I have her letter actually" She replied sitting up. She leaned forward and pulled open the drawer in the coffee table to retrieve the letter. She passed the letter to Ron and settled against him again. "Wow she never mentioned about the Quidditch, I really hope she tries out, she'd be great" Ron beamed. "Malfoy's son? Oh bloody hell please tell me she's not getting mixed up with the likes of him or I swear I'll" "Ron, calm down, she's our daughter, she's growing up, she'll be fine. Don't get too overprotective. Besides, Draco wasn't a bad guy…for some part anyway" She stated. "Is the same Malfoy you punched in the face in third year?" Ron laughed. "Maybe…" Hermione laughed. "Oh they were good times…" Ron smiled. "They really were" Hermione reminisced. "Oh, did you tell her about the party?" Ron asked. "Yeah, I'm sure she'll be delighted. It's great of Harry and Ginny to throw a party, they're both so busy" Hermione replied. "Yeah, they're great to do it" Ron smiled. "I'm tired, fancy going to bed?" Hermione asked. "Sure, tired myself." Ron replied getting up and taking Hermione's hand. "I can't thank you enough for dinner, it was a lot of effort and I really appreciate it" She smiled. "Hey, don't worry about it, you deserve to be spoiled now and again" Ron grinned. "I love you" Hermione smiled. "I love you too" Ron grinned and kissed her gently. She kissed him back and smiled. They went upstairs and walked down the hall. Ron stopped outside Hugo's bedroom, noticing the door was open. "Can you believe how grown up they are? It feels like just yesterday that we were going into first year" Ron sighed. "Hey, we got through everything and had some amazing experiences and met some great people. Our children will do the same. You should be proud, I know I am" Hermione smiled. "You're right, I am proud. We have two great kids, I have a great wife, good job, great friends, everything I ever wanted." Ron smiled. "Me too" Hermione smiled as they walked down the hall and entered their room. Hermione looked at the bed as Ron shut the door. There were rose petals scattered all over the bed with a large heart shaped cushion at the headboard. There were flickering scented candles on the bedside lockers. "Ron…you never cease to amaze me" She smiled. "I'm glad" He grinned and pulled her onto the bed.
Chapter 2 Up! Thanks for reviews on Chapter 1, comments were duly noted! Hope this is better! Peace x