Hey all! It's going to be a busy weekend for me so I wanted to get a chapter in. I loved writing this chapter because it's when our favorite couple really begin to have fun and begin to see each other differently. I've also always dreamed about going to Bora Bora so you could say this is my own personal imagination of a perfect vacation. I've never been there, so if you have please don't get all technical hahaha.

Again, please be kind with the reviews and remember it is just a story. :)

Harry and Hermione arrive at St Regis Bora resort in the French Polynesia.

"This is way too much"- Hermione says as she accepts Harry's hand and steps off the boat that drove them to the island.

"Nonsense"- says Harry as he accepts their luggage

"How did you get a reservation on such late notice"- Hermione asks in disbelief.

"I'm the chosen one Granger"- Harry says smugly. Hermione places her hands on her hips and eyes him pursing her lips. Harry throws his head back with laughter.

"Ha ok, ok. I called and begged for a room no matter what the cost was because it was a special occasion"- Harry says the last part quietly.

"What occasion?"- She asks taking her luggage from his hand. Harry pretends to look busy with his suitcase to avoid answering her.

"Harry?"- Hermione asks more sternly.

"I may have said it was our honeymoon"- Harry says avoiding eye contact.

"What?! Why?"- Hermione asks in shock.

"The last room they had was a honeymoon suite, so I kinda just went with it."- Hermione is rooted to where she stands at a loss of words.

"Come on Hermione, for once don't over analyze everything and just go with it. Also we get free access to a lot of the activities they provide if we're newlyweds."- Harry says as he begins to walk toward the lobby doors. Hermione finally smiles and follows Harry inside pulling her large suitcase behind her.

"Bonjour and welcome to St Regis Resort, my name is Renée how can I help you?"- Says the tall slender woman behind the counter in a thick French accent.

"Good morning, we're checking in. Last name is 'Potter'"

"Oui, here it is. Well congratulations on your wedding Mr. and Mrs. Potter"- she says sweetly. Harry smiles wide and Hermione begins to choke on the complimentary lemon water that was given to her when she walked in.

"You ok babe?"- Asks Harry grinning widely as he claps her on the back.

"Y-yup, I'm good. Just haven't gotten used to hearing that yet"- she says wiping her mouth. The woman behind the counter smiles before continuing.

"You will chéri, especially with a handsome husband like this."- She says nodding towards Harry. Harry looks toward Hermione with that toothy grin that has known to make woman melt, and it makes Hermione's insides squeeze.

"Y-yea, I'm a lucky girl"- she says quietly still looking at Harry. Harry begins to blush and looks away towards the receptionist. Hermione shakes herself out of her daze and smiles at Renée.

"So we have the overwater superior villa with the lagoon view for 10 nights."- Says Renée as she types into the computer and begins to gather 2 key cards

"That's correct"- answers Harry with a big smile.

"Ok, you're all set. If you follow Léon he will take you to your room. Have a great time and enjoy your stay!"

"Thank you very much"- Harry says grabbing Hermione's hand and pulling her towards the exit.

"Have a good day Renée"- Hermione says with a wave.

"Au revoir Mrs. Potter"- Hermione's stomach does another flip at hearing herself being called that again. She glances down at her hand which is still in Harry's. She glances up at him and is surprised to see him watching her closely.

"Are you ok?"- He asks gently.

"Yea..I'm great"- she answers happily.

"Good, come on."- Harry says giving her hand a little tug. She follows him with a smile on her face. They follow the bell hop along the long deck until they arrive at a large corner bungalow

"Welcome to one of our more beautiful honeymoon suites"- says the bellhop as he opens the door and walks in.

Harry leads Hermione in to the room and lets out a long whistle. In front of them is a large room with large wooden sliding doors that have been opened in order to view the ocean. A comfortable looking king size bed with netting over it is in the middle of the room covered in red rose pedals. There's a mini bar with complimentary drinks and snacks. The bathroom has two sinks in front of a long mirror, a Jacuzzi tub for 2 and a large stand up stone shower with a bench. Hermione rushes outside to the patio where all that is front of her is clear blue water and mountains of vibrant greens. There's two lounge chairs next to a large hot tub. In the corner is a small patio set for 2 and a staircase that leads to a lower level where you're able to jump off into the ocean.

Hermione's face is literally hurting from smiling so much. She places her hands on the railing, closes her eyes and takes a deep breath in, enjoying the smell of the ocean. Harry is watching her from inside while the bellhop excuses himself for a moment. Harry thinks he said he'd be right back but he really wasn't listening. All he can do right now is stare at Hermione. She's wearing a long flowery red skirt that has a slit up the thigh allowing it to sway with the breeze, and a plain white tank top. She's so carefree right now and confident, she's practically glowing and Harry snaps a mental image of her at this moment. She's the most beautiful thing he's ever seen.

"So what do you think, do you like it"- Harry asks as he leans on the door frame.

"Like it?"- Hermione says as she turns around with the biggest smile, a smile he hasn't seen in a long time.

"This is bloody brilliant Harry"- Hermione says as she runs and jumps into his arms. Harry catches her and spins her around. He places her back on her feet but continues to hold her around the waste. Hermione's arms are still around his neck and she smile brightly at him.

Thank you so much for bringing me here Harry"- she says. Harry places a stray curl behind her ear and places his hand on her cheek.

"Thank you for letting me take you."- He says softly. Hermione's smile fades as a shiver runs down her spine from Harry's touch. Goosebumps form down her arms which doesn't go unnoticed from Harry. Hermione watches as Harry eyes move towards her lips and she swears he's about to kiss her. To her surprise, she wants him to.

The moment is interrupted when the sound of a throat clearing brings them back to reality. Harry immediately lets go of Hermione and steps away. Hermione is suddenly interested in her skirt as she smoothes it down.

"Complementary Champaign for the Newlyweds"- Says Léon as he wheels over a cart.

"I've also provided you with this week's itinerary. Inside you'll find the daily activities and entertainment for the week. The beach is just before the board walk which you will find two chairs reserved for you every day and the same goes for the pool which is on the other side of the main lobby. If you have any questions or would like to make a dinner reservation you can contact the front desk."- Léon finishes, handing two flutes of Champaign to Harry and Hermione. They accept them with a smile

"That sounds great, thanks a lot Léon"- Say harry shaking his hand

"You're very welcome monsieur, au revoi Mr and Mrs Potter"- Leon leaves them alone. And suddenly the room feels thick with tension. Harry feels it and is the first to speak.

"What shall we toast too?"- Ask Harry as he steps out onto the patio "To a fun honeymoon"- He adds smirking.

"Very cute Harry"- Answers Hermione sarcastically. She smiles as she looks out onto the ocean and takes a deep breath.

"How about to 'new beginnings. Starting fresh. Starting over'"- She says looking back to Harry. Harry nods thoughfully.

"To starting over..Cheers"- He says clinking his glass with Hermiones before taking a sip. They finish they flutes and walk back into the main room.

"So what shall we do?"- He asks sitting on the bed.

"Beach?"- She asks with a shrug. Harry chuckles.

"Whatever you want"- He answers. Hermione squeals as she runs to her suitcase and grabs a couple of items inside of it.

"Give me 10 minutes to freshen up."- She says as she runs into the bathroom. Harry changes into a pair of swim trunks and a tank top and wanders back out onto the deck and looks out onto the water. He hears the door opens behind him.

"There's only one bed, so I'll sleep on the couch."- Harry says still not turning around.

"Nonsense, it's big enough for us to share, or we can take turns sleeping on the couch"- Hermione says behind him.

"Hermione I am not letting you sleep on-"- Harry's words die out as he turns around. Hermione is standing in front of him in little to nothing. She's wearing a white string bikini, and Harry can't help but glance at the small triangles that seem to barely cover her breast when she bends down to get her sandals out of her suitcase. Her bottom is covered by a sheer blue wrap that is knotted at her waist. When she leans forward slip her sandals on her feet he can see the triangle what is covering her behind is just as small as the ones covering her breast. Harry turns around and squeezes his eyes shut as he adjusts himself inside his trunks.

"Ready to go"- Hermione asks brightly

"Y-yea"- Harry says snapping out of his sudden lusty daze.

"Oh wait!"- says Hermione digging deep in her beach bag and pulling out her wand. She flicks it at herself and then at Harry. Harry feels his skin begin to warm up and tingle for a few seconds before the sensation disappears.

"What was that?"- Harry ask confused.

"A spell to protect you from UV light. We can't have that pale skin of yours burning"- Hermione says with a laugh.

"Hey you're just as pale as I am, besides I wouldn't have mind getting a little color"

"You'll still tan, you just won't burn. You're welcome"- Hermione says stuffing her wand back in her bag.

"Thank you"- Harry says as he nudges past her and grabs her hand. "Now come on, I want to go swimming!"- He says pulling her out the door.

The sun is hot and high in the sky as Harry and Hermione make their way down to the beach where light beach music is playing. Sure enough there are two lounge chairs under a large straw umbrella with a sign dangling from the bars that says 'The Potters'.

"This is wicked"- Harry says as he kicks off his flip fops and lifts his tank top over his head. Hermione's eyes go wide and she can feel a blush creep up her neck as she tries to pulls her eyes off of Harrys toned chest and abs.

It's not the first time Hermione has seen Harry without his shirt, but goodness has he changed. The slightly scrawny boy from Hogwarts is gone, and replaced by a 6'2 wall of muscle. His face is no longer boyish, but covered in day old dark stubble. His bright emerald eyes are no longer hidden behind his glasses. His thick jet black hair is mussed up giving it a sexy rugged look. His chest muscles tighten and move as he does as he stretches his arms and neck. Hermione's eyes continue to trail down to his rock solid abs and the small patch of hair that starts at his navel and leads down past the V shaped muscles and into his dangerously low swim trunks. Hermione's cheeks are on fire as she quickly looks away before Harry catches her staring.

"You ok Hermione? Your face is all red"- Harry asks concered.

"Y-Yea, it's just hot out here"- Hermione manages as she removes her wrap.

"Let's grab a drink and then head out into the water. We can hang out on one of those raft things"- Harry says pointing to several yellow rafts that are bobbing in the ocean, some of which are already occupied by smiling and laughing couples.

They grab two colorful drinks at the bar before heading back towards the water.

"This is strong."- Says Hermione as she takes another sip and begins to wade out into the water.

"Come on Granger suck it up"- Harry says as he begins to slightly jog out into the water and turns back around to look at her. Hermione can't get over how happy he looks, and she loves every minute of it. He deserves to be happy, and she can't remember the last time she saw him truly smile, not the fake smile he has mastered since Hogwarts but the real smile that she only gets to see once in a while.

They swim out to the raft. The water is just below Hermione's shoulder and Harry is getting a kick out of watching Hermione trying to climb up onto the raft with one hand.

"Shut up Harry! Here hold my drink"- She says shoving her drink at him. He continues to laugh as she tries again and again to climb up onto the raft.

"Ha ok hold on let me help you"- He says as he puts their drinks into the cup holders that are around the edge of the raft. Harry moves back around to Hermione. With Hermione facing away from him, he effortlessly lifts her up by the waist. Hermione grabs at the raft but her hands slip and she falls back into Harry. His hands slip as well and he grabs a handful of Hermione's ass. It's plump and firm and Harry can feel himself get rock hard under the water.

"Shit! Sorry"- Harry says as Hermione squeals.

"HA it's ok"- Hermione says as she positions herself on her stomach.

"Well that was fun"- She says as she takes a sip of her drink. "Are you coming up?"- She asks propping herself up on her elbows.

"Uh, I will in a few. I'm enjoying the water."- He says as he adjusts himself for the second time today.

'Christ, get a grip Harry. This is Hermione for fucks sake!'- Harry thinks to himself as he takes a big sip of his drink.

They bob in the water for a while, talking and reminiscing.

"Harry can I ask you a personal question"- Hermione asks feeling fuzzy and confident from the alcohol in her drink.

"Well I did have a handful of your ass in my hands before so I guess I do owe you."- Harry says with a smirk.

"I'm serious!"- She says as she lightly splashes him.

"Ha okay, okay. Ask"- He says as he dodges the splash.

Hermione is thoughtful for a minute and smiles.

"How and why are you still single?"- She asks "You've been amazing to me and I'm just your friend"- She finishes with a giggle. Harry rubs his neck and laughs nervously before answering.

"I don't know. I just haven't been interested in anyone enough to be with them. I did the whole bachelor thing after Ginny and I broke up, but that got old before it even really started."- He answers rubbing the condensation off his glass.

"Why did you and Ginny break up? I always thought you guys were perfect for each other."- Hermione says pushing him further. Harry sighs deeply before easily lifting himself out of the water and onto the raft next to Hermione and dangles his legs in the water. She turns on her side to face him propping her head on her hand.

"We were perfect… For a while."- He starts "Then one day it wasn't perfect anymore. We were fighting a lot about nothing important. The relationship began to feel more like work than anything and she felt the same way, so we ended it"- He says finishing off the rest of his drink.

"So you haven't met anyone that you remotely thought about being with after you guys broke up?- She asks now sitting up next to him.

"Nope. I even went on a few dates here and there with a few muggle girls but, even that was a waste of time. If they weren't with me because I'm 'the boy who lived' they were with me for my money."- Harry says running his hand through his already messy hair.

"I'm sorry to hear that"- Hermione says with a frown. Harry turns to her and gives her a small smile.

"I'm not. I'm done playing games. I'm waiting got the right one, the woman I'm going to spend the rest of my life with."- He finishes smiling at her. Hermione feels her cheeks heat up and suddenly feels uncomfortable. Harry laughs and grabs the drink out of her hand and finishes it off.

"Come on, lets go back onto the beach and grab another drink and some lunch"- Harry says placing the cup back in the cup holder. He stands up and dives into the ocean. Hermione could get used to watching his back muscle work.

"You comin'?"- He asks as he resurfaces. Hermione gives him a sly smile before standing up and stretches her arms high about her head, showing off her toned flat stomach that she works so hard to maintain. She sees Harrys smug look slide off his face and his eyes darken. She laughs before diving into the water and swims past him onto the shore.

"Are you coming potter"- Hermione mocks as she saunters up onto the shore. Hermione could have sworn she heard Harry growl as he runs up behind her and grabs her around the waist and walks them back into the ocean. Hermione is laughing and screaming in delight as Harry plunges them back into the water.

'Why am I flirting with Harry? And why am I having so much fun doing it?'- Hermione thinks to herself as Harry grabs her by the hand and pulls them both back onto the beach. They decide to grab lunch at one of the small huts located on the beach.

"What's the plan for tonight?"- Hermione asks throwing her napkin on her finished plate and taking a sip of her margarita.

"There's an all white dinner party and then fire dancers on the beach"- Harry says taking a swig of his beer.

"That sounds like fun"- Hermione says as she yawns.

"Sounds like someone needs a nap"-Harry says teasingly

"I do. Let's go back to the room"- She says getting up and stretching.

"After you Mrs. Potter"- Harry says with a chuckle. Hermione whips her head towards him.

"Just keeping up appearances"- He answers playfully swatting her on her behind, urging her forward. Hermione laughs and begins to walk.

Till next time :)