Sorry I took forever with this chapter! I have been really busy. To make up for it I made this my longest chapter. I hope that makes up for the time I took writing it. Enjoy!
Chapter 4: Greyback and the Kitchen
As they both drank their potions they looked at one another. Hermione stared at Fleur as her hair once again changed to the stunning redish brown hair. Hermione didn't know which one she liked better, Fleur's sliver blonde hair or her red-brown hair that still shined in the light.
Hermione's envisage was then interrupted by Fleur's grinning. "What," asked Hermione as she raised her eyebrow at Fleur.
"Go look in the mirror," Fleur started walking to the mirror next to the coat hanger. Hermione followed her to the entry hallway. Fleur gave Hermione an encouraging look insisting for her to look in the mirror as Fleur put on her black trench coat that reached her knees.
She hesitated for a moment but Fleur kept smiling and pointing her head towards the mirror. She giggled while rolling her eyes. "Fine, you win I'll look," Hermione slowly walked towards the mirror. She didn't know what to expect. What if she looked atrocious? Or worse what if she looked exceptional? She wouldn't be able to competent with herself. Was that even possible? Maybe she is just over analyzing it.
Hermione then looked into the mirror. She had very dark brown hair and dark blue eyes. It made her look paler then she really was but for some reason she thought it made her look smarter. Hermione stared at herself for a while it was strange because it was her but at the same time it wasn't. "You look stunning as always. Although I still prefer the original 'Ermione," smiled Fleur.
Hermione blushed once again but a part of her felt guilty because she couldn't say the same for Fleur. She had no clue which one she preferred, blonde Fleur or red-brown haired Fleur.
"I do not mind this one though," Fleur grinned at Hermione. Her cheeks got redder.
"So how far are we from Grimmauld Place," asked Hermione trying to stop her blushing.
"Not far just follow my lead," Fleur got her umbrella, it was still raining, and offered her arm to Hermione. She took it getting as close to Fleur as much as she could.
Fleur led Hermione through the crowd until they came upon a dark alley. "Why are we here," Hermione looked around the dark alley. "The Death Eaters are keeping a watch on 12 Grimmauld Place. We cannot risk going through the entrance," replied Fleur.
"Ok but why didn't we just apparate from the house," there was a hint of irritation in Hermione's voice. "'Ermione we are in hiding. We are trying to fit in the muggle world. If we never come out of the house that is not normal, I know it can be a bit frustrating but it is essential that we fit in," whispered Fleur trying not to sound harsh.
Hermione thought about this for a moment. She was right, they had to act as normal as they possibly could and that meant they had to make it seem like they weren't always locked inside the house. Even muggles would find that strange and if they could pick up on it then so could Death Eaters. Hermione nodded her head.
"Ok the coast is clear. I am going to apparate us there." Hermione held on to Fleur's arm.
BANG! Hermione was back at 12 Grimmauld Place. She let go of Fleur's arm and started walking down the gloomily hallway. She was exited she would finally be reunited with the Weasley's, Lupin, Tonks, and of course Hagrid.
A part of her also didn't want the others to see her clinging on to Fleur. Hermione entered the kitchen. "Hermione, dear! You've finally arrived! Nice to see you again," exclaimed Mrs. Weasley as to put out her arms to hug Hermione.
"I've missed you too Mrs. Weasley," Hermione hugged back with strength. "Great to have you back Hermione," came Mr. Weasley to hug her too.
"Hermione! How are you? It feels like I haven't seen you in ages," Tonks rushed toward Hermione to give her a great hug. "I've been ok thanks to Fleur who's taken me in. Where is Ginny and Ron," she asked looking around.
"They'll be popping in soon, along with the others. Want some tea dear?" Mrs. Weasley smiled warmly at her. "Yes please," Hermione smiled back.
Fleur had entered the room. Everybody else greeted her too but not as enthusiastic as they did Hermione. Fleur took a seat in the table not sitting next to Hermione. She wondered if she did that on purpose.
Tonks didn't seem to mind because she quickly sat next to Hermione and started chatting away with her. Although it looked like it had been a rough year on her, she looked exhausted.
Occasionally, Hermione would glance over at Fleur from the corner of her eye. She was patiently sitting in her seat waiting for her tea.
"Fleur," exclaimed a booming voice from the door. Bill came rushing to Fleur. As soon as she got up from her seat Bill took her into his arms giving her a great big hug.
"I've missed you! Work isn't the same without you," Bill was hugging Fleur as if he hasn't seen her in ages. "I miss you too Bill! But it has not been that long," laughed Fleur.
"I don't care. I've missed you and that is all that matters," Bill finally set Fleur down. "I feel the same way Billy. Come sit next to me. After your done greeting everybody else," grinned Fleur.
Hermione felt her jealously coming back. Not because she thought they were a couple but because Bill knew Fleur better then her. She and Fleur still had a lot to learn about each other. Sure they had their intimate moments, but there was still a sort of awkwardness between the two.
They haven't gotten to actually sitting down and getting to know each other or even having a real conversation. Bill clearly knew Fleur better then Hermione and this really troubled her.
After Bill greeted everyone else including Hermione, he went to go sit next to Fleur. Hermione couldn't hear a word they were saying because they were speaking in hushed voices and Tonks was talking loudly to her.
"I need to tell you something," Tonks voice got lower and gestured for Hermione to get closer to her. Hermione leaned in. "I'm pregnant," whispered Tonks.
"What? Really? Congratulations," Hermione fought to keep to voice low. "We haven't told everyone yet. Except Molly, Arthur, and now you but that's it. We are slowly telling everybody. You can tell Fleur if you'd like." "I will after the meeting," smiled Hermione.
Just then, Hermione heard more people apparating inside. Fred, George, Mad-eye, Shacklebolt, Lupin, Hagrid, Mundungus, and Ron came in. Tonks immediately stood up to hug Lupin.
"Hermione! I haven't seen yeh in a while," boomed Hagrid. Hermione jumped from her seat to go hug Hagrid. "Hagrid! I finally get to see you!" "About time if yeh asked me," chucked Hagrid as he lifted Hermione into his arms for a hug. Hagrid then set her down to greet the rest of the people.
As everyone greeted each other, Ron worked his way towards Hermione. As soon as they were within reach they went straight for each others arms. "Ron! I've missed you," she warped her arms around Ron's neck. "I've missed you too 'Mione," Ron put his arms around her waist. Fleur winced at this sight for a split second.
"Why haven't you written? Even Harry has written me," asked Ron as Hermione pulled away from him. "I've been busy Ron. I am staying with Fleur and I have been getting myself situated. Besides, you haven't written to me either," remarked Hermione. Ron lowered his voice, "When I heard you were staying with Fleur I couldn't stop laughing. You and Fleur together that's bloody priceless. Have you two fought each other yet?"
Hermione's scowl appeared, "People change Ronald and for your information no we have not fought yet. Actually we are far from it. We are getting along just well." "Bilmey Hermione, I was just joking. Don't get your panty hoes tied in a knot." Hermione rolled her eyes and stormed off to greet everybody else.
"I see you and Ron have reunited again," said Fred and George together as she greeted the pair. "Nice to see you Fred and George," smiled Hermione.
"So how is it like staying with Fleur Delacour like," asked Fred. "And what well it take for you to put in a good word for us," winked George. Hermione started laughing, "Sorry boys you're going to have to do that yourselves." She wasn't going to do that for anybody.
"Where is Ginny?" asked Hermione. "She had to stay behind," replied George. "It's safer for her to stay at the Burrow. She stayed there with Tonks father, added Fred. "But she said she sends her greetings," said George. "Now if you'll excuse us there is a quarter-veela we'd like to greet," grinned Fred while he pointed his head towards Fleur. All Hermione could manage was a smile to hide her uneasiness.
Then Mad-eye stomped his staff/wand. "Alright alright enough with the greetings, lets get to the important things. Let's all take a seat," he limped towards the end of the table chair and sat on it. Every one else followed.
Hermione sat down then soon after Ron followed her sitting to her right and to her left sat Tonks. She glanced over to at Fleur and to her right there was Bill and to her left sat Shacklebolt. Fleur acted like she was intentionally ignoring Hermione, it was almost like they were back at Hogwarts and Fleur had returned to her old habits.
But wasn't it her who started it by going ahead of Fleur and greeting everybody before she even got there. Hermione then got angry with herself. But she had no choice she herself didn't exactly understand what was going on so why make people suspicious if she doesn't know exactly what their suspicions should be about. Plus, a part of her was scared of what is going on.
"Alright, so let's get to the first order of business. Shacklebolt what is the news on the Ministry protecting the Burrow," asked Mad-eye his magical eye going all over the place. "The Minister had agreed to let to the Burrow be protected under the Ministry's protective magic after much deliberation," replied Shacklebolt.
"Well that's settled, but this does not mean we can put our guard down. We must remain alert," added Lupin. Which Hermione noticed looked worse then ever. "His right, this does not mean we can start visiting the Burrow like mad dogs. We still need to keep a safe distance from each other. That includes you two," Mad-eye stared at Fred and George.
"We haven't done anything wrong," said the twins together. "Not yet you haven't," piped Mad-eye. "Hermione, this would mean you would have to remain with Fleur still for the meantime. Not until Harry arrives," Mr. Weasley said with a sympathetic tone also trying switch the conversation.
"Is that alright with you Fleur," asked Tonks looking at her. "She could stay with Tonks parents if it interferes with your line of work," added Lupin.
"'Ermione can stay for as long as she likes," Fleur stated plainly. "Unless she would like otherwise," she added looking at Hermione for a brief moment. "I don't mind staying with Fleur," Hermione said quickly before the conversation got any further. "Alright then, so Hermione will remain at Fleur's. Now we can inform Charlie and Violet that their plans for having their wedding at the Burrow can be confirmed," concluded Bill.
"Which brings us to our second subject, what are going to do about Harry," asked Mrs. Weasley. "Yes, Potter still has the trace on him and from what I understand the Death Eaters will know if the Ministry knows his apparating," said Mad-eye.
"His right, the Death Eaters are close to taking over the Ministry. It is only a matter of time," Shacklebolt said displeasingly.
"Will just because Harry can't use magic himself doesn't mean he can't use other forms of magic," hinted Hermione. "Yeah like a broom or something," said Ron expanding on Hermione's idea. "That's a brilliant idea," exclaimed Hagrid.
"Yes but Potter can't just hop on his broom and come to us, now can he," Mad-eye patience seemed to be growing short. "Well of course his going to need protection," exclaimed Mrs. Weasley.
"Yes Molly don't worry, but we can't just get Harry without some kind of distraction. If they do find us we'll need them to have a hard time getting to Harry," said Mr. Weasley.
"What about the invisibility cloak," asked Fred. "While flying? That clock will rip right off of him," said Tonks.
"She's right and there is also a question of who will go," Lupin said while trying to think. "I think we will all have to go and that includes you Mundungus," Fleur gave him a cold look. "Yeah Mundungus stop being such a bloody coward," commented Ron. "Ron, don't start," scowled Mrs. Weasley.
"Fleur's right, Harry will need all the protection he can get," agreed Shacklebolt changing the subject. "Polyjuice," exclaimed Hermione as she thought of the answer. "We can use polyjuice to disguise ourselves as Harry so the Death Eaters won't know which Harry is the real one." "That's brilliant Hermione but I know Harry will never let us put ourselves at risk like that," Ron pointed out the one problem. "His right," said Hermione as if she didn't think of that.
"We need to tell him of the plan. He'll know we'll need his hair. He can refuse it," thought Lupin out loud. "Then we won't ask for the bloody hair," barked Mad-eye becoming more irradiated.
"We can just knock him out and take it from him," joked George. "And have a knocked out Harry Potter to defend? Are you mad," asked Mrs. Weasley.
"I think he was joking," chuckled Tonks. "Mad-eye is right. We just won't ask. I'll get his hair myself. It's simple really just get it when his not expecting it," resolved Hermione. "It settled Granger," said Mad-eye.
"But we can't all turn into Harry….can we," asked Fred. "His got a point," agreed Shacklebolt. "We'll go in pairs then. One will become Harry and the other will act as the protector," resolved Mr. Weasley.
"I'll be a protector," piped Mundungus. "You are the first to be chosen to pose as 'Arry, Mundungus" Fleur's voice sounded irritated. Hermione wondered why Fleur couldn't stand Mundungus. She must have not met him long ago.
"She's right, Mundungus. You will pose as Harry so we can keep an eye on you," Shacklebolt stared down at him. "He'll come with me. Who better to keep an eye on him then me," said Mad-eye.
"We'll go together," said the twins in unison. "I think not," blurted Mrs. Weasley. "There are 15 of us. We're an odd number," pointed out Bill. The room stayed silent for a moment.
Hermione took the opportunity to glance over at Fleur. Just as she looked over to her, Fleur had also decided to glance at Hermione. She tired to get Fleur to linger her stare but as soon as they met eyes Fleur looked away. Hermione let out a sigh of frustration. She should be trying to come up with a solution for the odd numbers but her mind was trying to resolve another complication.
"I've got it. I just won't go," Mrs. Weasley finally broke the silence. "How is that going to help,Mum," asked Ron. "Someone needs to stay behind anyways. You will all meet at the Burrow. I should stay behind. I can't leave Ginny alone and besides what if one of you gets hurt? We need somebody to stay behind prepared for any obstacle," Mrs. Weasley laid her hands on the table and looked around.
"She has a point," said Tonks. "Alright so then Molly stays behind. That makes us even now," stated Shacklebolt. "Let's put people into pairs, shall we?" said Lupin. "I want ter take Harry. I took him there many years ago. I should be able ter take him away," Hagrid was trying to fight back tears.
"Fleur and I shall go together," Bill quickly said leaving no chance of disagreeing. "Hermione and Shacklebolt should go together," Fleur said suddenly. The whole room turned to look at her including Hermione. They were all shocked by Fleur's sudden outburst.
"Uhhh I'm ok with that," Hermione managed to say. "Me too," Shacklebolt still had a look of confusion on his face.
"Ok well then, I think its best if the youngest of us pose as Harry and the oldest as protectors. It's more believable," Lupin broke the silence in the room.
"Alright then this is how we will be paired," said Mr. Weasley. "Lupin and George, Tonks and Ron, Bill and Fleur, Hagrid and Harry, Shacklebolt and Hermione, Mad-eye and Mundungus, and finally me and Fred," concluded Mr. Weasley.
"We will all ride on brooms. Except for Hagrid of course you can use Sirius old motorcycle," reasoned Tonks.
"Uh yes there is a slight problem with that," Fleur looked around the table with a slight look of fear in her eyes. "I have no clue how to ride a broom….I am terrified of flying," confide Fleur.
Hermione couldn't help to think that this was adorable. She had almost forgotten she was also scared of flying. She decided to join Fleur in her integrity and perhaps save her some embarrassment.
"I am also scared of flying and still have no idea how to fly a broom," bared Hermione. Bill smiled, "Easy fix. We'll ride Thestral's instead. Me and Shacklebolt will ride them," concluded Bill.
"Now all we need is a date," Shacklebolt relaxed a bit more on his chair. "It should be a month and half from now. Since Charlie's wedding in two," said Mrs. Weasley.
"Is that ok with everybody," asked Mad-eye. Everyone shook their heads. "Ok then it's settled. We will meet here then got to Potter's place to bring him back to the Burrow. This meeting is over," finished Mad-eye. "Fleur I need to talk to you in private," said Bill as people started to get up from their seats. Fleur nodded and they headed towards an empty room. Hermione watched them walk away from everybody else.
Mad-eye, Shacklebolt, and Mundungus left after the meeting but the others stayed behind for a little while longer. All Hermione could do was think about what Bill and Fleur were talking about. She couldn't stand it any longer. She excused herself to the restroom.
As she went up stairs she was sure to step carefully. She didn't want to be heard by Bill and Fleur. As she approached the door where they were talking her heart began to beat fast. She could hear them arguing. She leaned her against the door to be able to hear clearly.
"I am just telling that you can't get careless Fleur," Bill sounded irritated. "And I am telling you that I will not get careless," Fleur was almost shouting there was frustration in her tone of voice. "Fleur sometimes we are blinded by our anger. I am just warning you. Even last year when you joined the Order Dumbledore warned you Fleur," pleaded Bill. "I am tired of being scolded like a little kid. I am an adult. I know what I am doing Bill," this time Fleur did shout. "Please at least tell Hermione. Maybe it will help if you tell her," Bill was now begging. "Help in what way Bill? What are you trying to imply? No, I will not tell her, just so that she can join the band wagon along with you and my family?"
Hermione's mind was racing. What exactly were they talking about? Why does Bill want Fleur to tell her? "Fleur you need to deal with this in a healthier way. Ever since-" "
"Hermione? Where are you," Ron was coming up the stairs.
Hermione quickly went further upstairs and tired to make it seem as if she was just coming down.
"There you are. Where were you," asked Ron. "I was in the bathroom," replied Hermione. "Well everyone is about ready to leave. Where are Bill and Fleur?" "I'm not sure," lied Hermione.
Just then the two came out of the room. "Oh sorry didn't know you guys were up here," said Bill with a look of surprise. "We were actually just looking for you guys," said Hermione. "Yeah they want to leave already," said Ron.
Hermione looked over at Fleur. She looked like she had just been in an argument. Fleur looked at Hermione. Their eyes lingered for a moment. Fleur bit her lip. Hermione knew she was thinking hard about something but she didn't know what. Maybe she would have known by now if Ron hadn't come looking for her.
All four of them went downstairs together. Hermione said her good-bye's but left Ron for last. "Please write to me," said Ron as they hugged. "I need to know you're alright," finished Ron. "I will don't worry but you write too ok," Hermione broke their hug and went over to Fleur, who already had her umbrella in hand.
"Ready," asked Fleur. Hermione nodded. But just as they were to apparate, Bill came over to them. "Please take care…the both of you," Bill eyed Hermione as if he was trying to tell her something.
"Don't worry," she looked straight at Bill. Bill nodded as if acknowledging a secret pact they had just made. In which, Hermione had no clue about but maybe that is what Bill wants her to do. He wants her to find out what Fleur is hiding from her. With that Fleur took Hermione's hand and apparated.
BANG! They were back in the dark alley they were in before. It was still raining so Fleur undid the umbrella.
"Could you please hold this," asked Fleur as she held out her umbrella. "Yes of course Fleur," Hermione took the umbrella from her and held them over the two of them.
Fleur then reached into her pockets and pulled out two vials. Hermione watched Fleur carefully it was clear in Fleur's face that something was bothering her.
"You haven't looked at me all day. What's wrong," asked Hermione with concern. Fleur was still avoiding looking at Hermione. "Fleur please look at me. Can't you see that I am worried about you," Hermione was now pleading.
Fleur looked up at her. "If I recall I was not the one who hurried away into the kitchen. I was not the one intentionally avoiding someone or something. How unfair is that? I am the mean one because I have not looked at you but you can avoid me," Fleur's nuisance was coming out again.
"Don't turn this on me Fleur," Hermione scowling at Fleur now. "At least I can bare to look at you. But you…you avoid eye contact with me and then…then you volunteer me to be partners with Shacklebolt! By the way what was all that about? I am an adult I can make my decisions," Hermione felt herself starting to get angry and she wasn't exactly sure why.
"Why are you getting angry at me? I am the one that should be furious with you after that stunt you pulled! What are scared of 'ermione? Have I done something wrong? Please tell me and I will stop it," Fleur eyes were getting watery.
Hermione knew what she was talking about. She was talking about them. She wanted to know if she was wasting her time. Hermione looked into Fleur's eyes she could hear the city in the distance and sound of the rain dropping around them but the thing that rang the loudest in her ear was her heart.
Hermione looked into Fleur's eyes and this time Fleur was looking back with pled in her eyes. "I'm scared," whispered Hermione. Fleur nodded understanding what she meant. Hermione didn't need to explain herself, not to Fleur at least. "And as for Shacklebolt…his the best wizard. I wanted him to be the one to protect you because of that. Also to be quiet honest…I did not want you to go with Ron," Fleur hanged her head.
Hermione smiled and blushed at the same time. "Fleur…that was actually very sweet. Please look at me don't be ashamed." Fleur looked up and saw a blushing Hermione and she smiled. "We should continue this conversation at the house," Fleur smiled warmly at Hermione. Hermione smiled back and nodded.
"Well well look what I found. It must be my lucky day." Both Hermione and Fleur turned quickly to see Fenrir Greyback. The two quickly pulled out their wands.
"Stand behind me," Fleur ordered Hermione. "No we stand together," protested Hermione. "Do it now! His known for biting his victims, didn't you see what he did to Bill? You are more valuable then me. So stand behind me now," Fleur didn't give Hermione the chance to protest this time. She shoved her behind her. Hermione couldn't do anything else except aim at Greyback from behind Fleur.
"I've heard about you. The quarter-veela, I could smell you a mile away. You really are beautiful (Greyback licked his lips) and you smell amazing," Greyback's mouth started to water.
Hermione shoved Fleur aside this time. They were now standing side by side. "Like I said we stand together," Hermione had her eyes fix on Greyback.
"I know who you are too. You're part of the golden trio. You're that mudblood and the brains according to some. How can a mudblood be the brains? But you certainly look tasty yourself," Greyback gave them a malicious grin.
He then charged Hermione and Fleur without warning. "Run," shouted Fleur. The pair broke into a sprint. As they ran Fleur took out her vial and drank it. They turned into another dark street in the alley.
"Why are you drinking that? It isn't time for that," shouted Hermione. "It helps me control my thrall. That's how he found us," Fleur shouted back almost breathless. They could still hear Greyback chasing them. They turned into another corner and without warning Fleur pulled Hermione between two walls to hide.
Fleur placed her finger on her lips, gesturing to Hermione to be quiet. Hermione looked out into the street Greyback was having a hard time smelling them and he couldn't see them. He pulled out his wand. Hermione quickly reacted, "Expelliarmus!"
Greyback's wand went flying. That was Fleur's cue. "Expulso," shouted Fleur. Greyback went flying. Fleur ran after him. Hermione ran after Fleur. Greyback was surprisingly back on his feet and had began to run. Fleur was not far behind him.
"Stupefy," shouted Fleur but she had missed. Fleur had a wild look in her eyes. It almost seemed like she was now haunting Greyback. "Get back here you coward," hollered Fleur.
Then suddenly Fleur broke into a faster sprint. Which made it even difficult for Hermione to stay close to her, Greyback was now heading towards a dead end. But Fleur showed no signs of slowing down. What Hermione saw next shocked her.
As Greyback came into a dead end, Fleur took the opportunity to push Greyback up against the wall. She used her left arm to hold him down by the neck and used her right hand to hold her wand against his forehead. Fleur had derailed look in her eyes. She was breathing heavily.
"Fleur! What are you doing," Hermione finally caught up to Fleur. Fleur didn't respond. Greyback laughed, "She can't do it." "Shut up," growled Fleur. Hermione couldn't believe what she was seeing. She had never seen Fleur loss control of her emotions.
"Fleur, this isn't you. Don't do it," Hermione came closer to Fleur and placed her hand her shoulder. Hermione felt Fleur relax at her touch. This gave Greyback time to scratch at Fleur. Fleur let go him. He had cut her on the stomach with his claws. Hermione waved her wand. Her explosion was so powerful she sent the three of them flying along with debris and chunks of the wall which landed on both Hermione and Fleur. But before Greyback could react Fleur quickly got up, waved her wand and shouted, "Stupefy!" Fleur quickly ran over to Hermione and helped her to her feet.
"Fleur you're bleeding," Hermione saw Fleur's shirt had stained blood from where Greyback had clawed at her. "I am sorry," Fleur didn't seem to care about her cut she had noticed that Hermione had cut her lip. She placed her finger on the cut. Hermione winced.
"I'll fix it as soon as we get home," Fleur was still staring at her cut lip or maybe just her lips. It didn't matter it still made Hermione blush. Fleur removed her hand and walked over to Greyback. "I should kill you," snarled Fleur at petrified Greyback.
"Please don't, that's not what we represent. Fleur you're not a killer like he is," Hermione went to go stand next to Fleur to look down on Greyback. "He cursed Lupin and almost did the same to Bill. What gives him the right to live," Fleur turned to Hermione.
"I don't know but we are not like him. We protect people from him. We are the protectors, you're no killer Fleur," Hermione looked at Fleur she was still staring down at him. "Your right, but I am going to erase his memories," Fleur turned to look at Hermione.
Hermione's eyes sadden but nodded. Fleur took out her wand, "Obliviate." Seconds later, Greyback had no recollection of what had just happened. Fleur then went to go pick up Greyback's wand and snapped it in half. "It should give him a harder time terrorizing people," said Fleur throwing the pieces far from Greyback.
"Fleur you're still bleeding. We need to get you home," Hermione was genuinely worried. Fleur went over to Hermione and held her hand for Hermione to take. She took it and as soon as she did Fleur interlaced their fingers. Hermione's blushing came back again. Fleur noticed but decided not to comment. She thought it was the most adorable thing ever.
BANG! They had apparated back to their house. Fleur apparated them straight to the kitchen, Hermione quickly went to for a kitchen towel and poured some water onto it.
"Let me see your cut," Hermione went over to Fleur. "Only if I can attend to yours after your done checking mine," Fleur eyes wouldn't stay off of Hermione. Hermione nodded.
She looked down and saw that Fleur's shirt was covered in blood. It was a deep cut. They were both also soaking wet from their encounter with Greyback. Hermione knew she would have to take off Fleur's shirt.
She swallowed hard but she placed her fingers on Fleur's buttons and slowly started to unbutton her shirt. Fleur was looking at her with admiration the whole time. Slowly more of Fleur's wet body was being revealed to her. Fleur's white push-bra with the cute pink bow was first. As she unbutton further down Fleur's flat stomach was being exposed to Hermione. Her breath became more jagged, but then Fleur's wound came into sight, it was deep.
Hermione unbuttoned the last button. Hermione looked up into Fleur's eyes; they were warm and inviting. She then placed the warm towel onto her deep wound. Fleur winced but Hermione kept hand in the towel to apply pressure. Fleur then placed her hand on top of hers.
Hermione didn't know how much longer she could fight her feelings. Fleur was intoxicating to her. Hermione then slowly took off Fleur's shirt as her dark eyes remained on Fleur's bright blue ones. "Ferula," whispered Hermione and bandages appeared to keep in place her warm towel. "Sit," said Fleur in a low voice as pointed to the kitchen counter.
Hermione obeyed. Fleur went over to the sink and got a small towel with warm water. Hermione's eyes lingered on her bra enjoying the image. Fleur then returned her undivided attention to Hermione.
She placed her thumb on her cut bottom lip and stroked it as she looked into Hermione's dark brown eyes. Her breath once again became jagged at Fleur being so close to her. Her fear was slowly slipping away, besides they were at war there was no room for doubt.
Fleur gently placed the towel on Hermione's lip. Hermione made sure to keep her legs closed since Fleur hips were at level with her legs since she was sitting on the counter. Fleur then put her hand on Hermione's cheek, stroking it lovingly.
She closed her eyes to enjoy the sensation. Hermione then placed her hand on Fleur's bandages, "Come closer," she leaned to whisper into Fleur's ear. She opened her legs and Fleur slid right in. Hermione wrapped her arms around Fleur's neck. Fleur leaned her forehead against Hermione's. They both closed their eyes taking in the new feelings they were experiencing.
Fleur then dotingly started to nuzzle Hermione's nose with her own. They could both feel each other's breath, they were rough and jagged. Hermione didn't know how much she could take. She took her arms away from Fleur's neck to allow her to do more.
Then Fleur started to move her lips and nose to Hermione's neck, she could feel her breath on her neck which made her hair stand. She could lightly feel Fleur's lips on her neck which made her face warm. Fleur was lightly rubbing her lips on her neck. Which set Hermione on fire, she leaned more into Fleur breathing lightly in her ear. She could feel Fleur growing warmer beneath her.
"Fleur," breathed Hermione into her ear. Fleur responded by kissing her lightly on the neck. "Kiss me," Hermione said more breathless. Fleur wrapped her arms around Hermione's waist and brought her closer to her. Fleur then lifted her head from Hermione's neck. She once again looked adoringly into her eyes.
Then she placed one of her hands on Hermione's cheek. Hermione waited she could feel her hot blood pumping rapidly threw her. Then without notice Fleur leaned in and kissed Hermione. There was no hesitation. Hermione quickly let Fleur in and Fleur didn't hold back. They were hungry for each other. Their tongues explored every inch they could. They sucked hungrily at each other lips. Hermione now had both her hands on Fleur's face desperately trying to get even closer to this beautiful woman kissing her.
Their kiss deepened and became more passionate as they discovered more of each other as their tongues roughly but softly found their pleasure points. Hermione let out a small moan inside Fleur's mouth. This only made Fleur deepen their kiss making them hungrier, their passion was on fire and neither of them wanted to stop. They were finally caving in to their desires.
Hermione licked and sucked at Fleur, which made Fleur moan in Hermione's mouth, sending her off. Fleur rubbed her tongue against Hermione's with a fiery craze. All they could hear was their lips and mouth exchanging a kiss and their hearts beating rapidly in their heads. Finally they broke away for air. Before they pulled away Fleur lightly bit Hermione's bottom lip.
They were both breathless and neither could break eye contact. Their lips were red and swollen. Fleur smiled and kissed Hermione lightly on the neck. Hermione giggled at this cute gesture.
"'Ermione you are breathtaking," Fleur was still breathing fast. "You just took mine away," Hermione wrapped her arms around Fleur's neck once again. Fleur grinned, "I have never been charmed before but you 'Ermione have me spell bound. What is it about you that I cannot resist?" Hermione shrugged, "I am asking myself the same question."
Hermione leaned her head on Fleur's bare shoulder. "This is so new to me Fleur. I can't lie, I'm scared," Hermione was relishing the feel of Fleur's exposed skin on her cheek. "This is new to me too, but I am not scared," Fleur tighten her embrace. Hermione kissed Fleur's bare shoulder and lingered her kiss to show her appreciation.
Hermione then realized that her eyes were getting heavy. It had been a long day and it was starting to get late. She decided she and Fleur could continue their conversation in the morning. Hermione pulled herself away from Fleur but during the progress her leg grazed Fleur's cut.
"Ouch," Fleur put her hands over the bandages and gently rubbed her injury. "I'm sorry Fleur," Hermione quickly got off the counter and put her hands over Fleur's to help her apply pressure. "It is alright, beau. It was an accident. But perhaps you are ready to go to bed. I know I am and I am also starting to get cold without a shirt…although you seem like me without one," Fleur grinned.
Hermione was staring again. She blushed and looked away, "I…ah…sorry." "It is the biggest complement I have ever gotten," Fleur put her finger on Hermione's chin as her cheeks got redder. "Let's go to bed, Fleur," Hermione said quietly because of her shyness but she too was ready to go to bed.
Fleur smiled and nodded. She grabbed Hermione's hand, interlaced their fingers, and headed upstairs. She led Hermione straight into her room. Fleur turned around and to change and Hermione did the same but also to respect Fleur's privacy as she too changed. They both turned around at the same time. Fleur undid the bed and got in and Hermione followed.
"Let me hold you tonight. My wound would be safer if I held you," whispered Fleur into Hermione's ear. The hair in the back her neck stood but she managed to whisper back, "Of course you can." Fleur brought herself closer to Hermione. She wrapped her right arm around her torso, intertwined her arm into Hermione's, and then she held her hand to interlace their fingers. Fleur's left arm was under the pillow they were both sharing since they were spooning.
Hermione smiled to herself. She was sleeping next to a beautiful woman she really cared about and the most glorious thing about it was this beautiful woman felt the same way about her.