Luminescent Nocturne Chapter 10

Glitter rays of morning sunlight filtered through the tall floor to ceiling windows of Draco's hotel suite as he sat deep in thought against the multitude of plush pillows next to his mate.

The memories of last night played like a broken record in the young vampire's mind and his heart was set aflame by the fact that Hermione had yet to wake.

Blaise had sent a patronus a few moments before saying that it would take time for her to turn and to not worry because it might even take up to three days before she showed signs of turning.

Draco was having none of it though.

A heavy sadness weighed on his heart as he glanced down at his mate whose skin was white as a ghost and her lips were blue as ice.

He had tried to sleep last night but ending up talking to her all night instead.

He knew that she most likely couldn't hear him but it made the sadness dissipate a little more when he told himself that she could.

Little particles of sunlight glistened in her beautiful caramel locks as he ran his fingers through it gently.

It had only been six hours since she died and already he was missing the bossy and know it all tone of her voice.

He hadn't left her side at all except to shower and wash away the evidence of the heinous crime that he felt he committed.

Draco was sure that Blaise was having a hard time keeping the she weasel away from them but until Hermione woke up safe and healthy he just wanted to be left alone.

The longer he sat there the more anxious he became.

So deciding to get the situation under control like a good Malfoy man he decided that half an hour down in the breakfast lounge wouldn't make a difference seeing as how his mate had shown no signs of waking up anytime soon.

He brushed his mate's hair off of her face and placed a gentle kiss on her forehead as he got up and got dressed before wandering down to the hotel's breakfast lounge where brunch was in full swing.

Once he sought out an empty table he plopped down and ordered himself a strong coffee.

Contrary to popular belief, magical vampires could indeed digest normal food and drinks but they never were very filling.

The only thing that could truly satisfy a vampire's hunger was the blood of his mate.

A young waitress made her way over with his coffee and placed it down in front of him before she paused and momentarily raised an eyebrow at the exhausted blonde.

"Rough night, huh?"

Draco's stormy grey eyes raised only for a second to look into her green eyes and gave a slight nod in confirmation.

"You have no idea…"

He muttered as she gave him a sympathetic smile and wandered away.

Suddenly a shadow appeared over the young vampire's table as a tall figure took the seat next to him.

Draco was startled and quite a bit shocked when he saw that it was none other than Ron Weasley who had joined him for brunch.

Ron too was nursing a mug of strong coffee and nodded in greeting before taking a slow sip as his green eyes assessed the rattled vampire in front of him.

"Ron? What are you doing here?"

Draco asked wearily as he tapped his fingers against his coffee mug.

The tall red haired wizard merely shrugged and met his former enemy's eyes.

"Ginny called me in a panic last night.

She told me everything.

And before you start flipping shit I want you to know I'm not mad.

About all of this…

I'm actually a bit relieved that it was you that took Mione off the market instead of some undesirable person."

He stated as he gave the blonde a small smile.

Draco's eyes widened before he scoffed and took a long sip of his coffee before giving a hesitant smile of his own.

"And you don't consider me an undesirable person, Mr. Weasley?

Last night I did take your ex-girlfriend's virginity and also ended her mortal life.

I'd say that's pretty undesirable if you ask me."

Ron's smile faltered but he quickly regained his composure as he nodded and leaned forward.

"No I don't think you're a bad person, Draco.

I think you've done some bad things in the past.

But taking Hermione as your mate is not a bad thing.

In fact I think it was one of the best possible outcomes for her.

She's had a rough life since the war and neither Harry nor I have been around to help her pick up the pieces.

You come from a wealthy family that has loads of resources that will most definitely benefit her in the years to come.

As for her being my ex-girlfriend, I'd have to say that isn't really true.

As she may or may not have told you, I much prefer lovers of the male variety.

She's more like the sister that I never knew I needed."

Draco's eyes widened momentarily before he carefully schooled his features back into his usual regal expression.

"I'm glad to know you approve of our union.

So tell me what brings you here?

Hermione is up in our room.

She's still not shown any signs of the Awakening."

Ron gave a small shrug and took another sip before letting his eyes wander around the room.

"I figured I'd come and see if there was anything I could do to help.

Hermione has always been a rock for all of us and now when she's like this I figured you'd need someone as your rock.

Before you scoff and say no please remember what Hermione would have said.

It would make her more at ease knowing that her mate is well taken care of while she's out of it."

He said gently as he met Draco's stormy eyes.

Draco considered Ron's words for a moment before sighing heavily and nodding.

"Well when you put it like that then how could I refuse such an offer?

Would you care to join me for breakfast before we go and check on Mione?

I for one am starving after all of this excitement."

Ron's smile widened as he nodded and waved over their waitress before falling into comfortable conversation with his best friend's mate.

In all honesty, Draco was relieved that Ron had shown up when he did.

It was tough enough going through it alone, but having someone to make sure he stayed sane definitely made more sense.

As he talked to Ron, he was secretly very glad to be in good company while they waited for his mate to rise once again.