AN: I'm introducing a new character in this chapter. ;) She'll be a recurring character. Hope that this twist will spice it all up!

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Chapter 10

It has been two days since Hermione moved out. He needed to get her back, no point in sulking when he could do something about it. When he had sobered up the day after Hermione left, he was on the move on operation "get-Hermione-back." He had been in his study making floo calls and owling people. He was so engrossed with formulating his plan that he only left his study to go to the loo or bath.

As soon as Draco woke up in his study, he had a nice long bath and flooed directly to his office only to find his secretary fiddling through his drawers. "What are you looking for?"

Jennifer was startled with her boss's entrance. She didn't think he'd be coming in today. But being the smart girl that she was, she quickly recovered from her shocked expression and made a quick come back. "I was looking for the financial records for last year. Our investors want to see actual proof if we really are reliable." She smiled and held out a folder from inside one of Draco's drawers, showing off her well-manicured nails. "Found it."

She was quite the catch. Jennifer was tall, slim, and beautiful. She was the envy of every female specie. She had blond hair that shined even when there was no light. And her taste for robes is impeccable. She would wear tight fitting robes that held her curves in all the right places. Any other time, Draco would have banged her, but he had a rule he abided by even before he married Hermione. It was to never sleep with any of his workers. Ever. No matter how sexy or alluring they may be. Sure, he'd thought of shagging Jennifer once or twice, but that was only before he had come to care for Hermione. Now that it was only Hermione that occupied his mind, he didn't even give Jennifer a second look.

"Very well." Draco knew something was up with her but brushed it off as one of the days when she would just go ballistic with organization. Since Draco is the type of person who would just leave his things as it is, she was the one tiding things up for him. She would fix his files and arrange his books in alphabetical order. She was a neat freak. She needed everything to be organized and labeled—or that's what Draco thought she was. "I need you to buy me a dozen of red roses and bring it to me tomorrow."

Jennifer headed for the door. "Is that all?"

"Yes." Draco said while browsing through some files placed on his hardwood desk. He didn't see the seductive smile sent his way by his secretary as she left.

Hermione sighed. She looked at her new flat in muggle London. Everything was in place already. Her books were on the shelves; plates were in the cupboard, food in the fridge, and clothes in the closet. The only things that remained in her trunk were the moving pictures of her and Draco because she didn't know where to put them. The pain was still present every time she would look at the photographs. She didn't even know why she packed their pictures in the first place. Maybe she wanted to keep it out of spite.

She sat on the couch wanting to read a good book to get her mind off of things when she heard a tap from the window. Sure enough, Hedwig was standing by her windowpane, looking around impatiently. She let her in and without warning she pecked Hermione's hand.

"Ouch!" Hermione exclaimed. "Hedwig! What is the problem with you?"

Hedwig looked at Hermione with big brown eyes, then turned to look at the kitchen.

"Oh!" Hermione said in realization. "They haven't been feeding you eh?" Hermione reached for the nearest owl treats on the coffee table and fed Hedwig. "There you go. You deserve a little something." Hermione smiled.

"What could Harry want now?" Hermione sighed. She was exhausted from unpacking the muggle way. She had found the flat for lease on line. She didn't want to get a new flat in wizarding London. The news would get out like wild fire and the last thing she wants is everyone gossiping about her and Draco. Not to mention Harry and Ginny poking their noses to Hermione and Draco's relationship. They would make her feel guilty for not telling them. After telling them the truth behind her and Draco, Harry would give Draco the pounding of his life, Ginny would feel guilty for not being a good friend and would cook comfort food for Hermione, and Ro would just give her the "I-told-you-so" look.

No matter how tempting Ginny's cooking is, she would pass up the opportunity of being bombarded with pity looks and scrutiny from her friends. Now wasn't the right time to tell them. But she would, eventually.

She unfolded the parchment and began to read Potter's note.

Hermione,

Ginny and I are planning to go out tomorrow night to have dinner. She's been exhausted taking care of the children and I think she needs the break. Would you be willing to babysit James and Lily for us?

Thanks a lot. Hugs and Kisses!

Harry

PS: Hedwig hasn't gotten much sleep too. Lily has been waking all of us up none stop and Hedwig is no exception. Plus, Ginny forgot to buy owl treats. I advise you to give her some. She's a bit grumpy. Okay. Enough of my writing. Ginny is screaming for me to help Lily with the diaper change. Got to go! Lots of love Mione!

'Too late for that. Hedwig already gave me a bruise.' Hermione thought. She got a piece of parchment and wrote a reply agreeing to babysit James and Lily.

Hermione apparated to the Potters' flat the night after.

"Hermione." Harry emerged from the guest room looking a little different.

Hermione approached Harry and embraced him. "How are you? How are the kids and Ginny? How's life with kids?" She bombarded Harry with questions. "It's been a long time since we last spoke Harry!"

Harry showed confusion for a moment, but regained his stance instantly. "Oh yes. Ginny's great and the kids are doing great!"

Hermione took a seat on the couch and Harry mimicked her. "You're looking very handsome tonight. Where are you taking Ginny?"

Harry smirked. It was very unlikely of him to smirk, but Hermione shrugged it off. "Oh, Ginny is getting ready. Mione, I need to show you something."

Before Hermione could answer, James came running towards Hermione. "Auntie Mimi!"

Hermione carried James and let him sit on her lap. "Who's my cute little nephew, who's my cute little nephew?" She pinched James's chubby cheeks and he giggled.

James played with Hermione's hair and Hermione was just full of delight. With all that she's been through the past week, she needed a break. And this was the perfect opportunity—quality time with James and Lily.

"James," Harry said in an authoritative voice, "why don't you go and check if your sister is sleeping."

James narrowed his eyes at Harry, jumped off Hermione's lap and proceeded to do what Harry told him to do.

When James was out of earshot, Hermione looked at Harry incredulously. "Wasn't that a little harsh?"

"He was interrupting us." Harry said, obviously not pleased. "I'm going to get us some drinks. What would you like?"

"Just water." Hermione said. Hermione swore she heard him say "that brat" as Harry disappeared into the kitchen. He came back with a smile plastered on his face and handed her a glass of water.

"So, as I was saying, I need to show you something." He continued.

"Okay." Hermione smiled. She was weirded-out by his mood swings.

"You need to side-along apparate with me." Harry replied going inside the guest room.

Hermione followed him to the guest room and stopped at the door. "Why? Where is it anyway?"

Harry just ignored her and placed a hand full of robes in the duffle bag.

"Harry?" Hermione repeated. He still didn't look at her. "Harry!" She shouted, very frustrated at him.

Harry looked at her confused. "Would you calm down woman!"

"I would not calm down until you tell me where we are going, Harry James Potter or so help me I'm going to make you tell me! And what about the kids? Aren't I supposed to babysit them?" Hermione shouted at him.

"Hermione. I just wrote that letter to surprise you. Ginny and Ha— uh, Fleur are going to take care of them. Don't you trust me?" Harry asked. He reached for the duffle bag and took hold of Hermione's arm.

Hermione jerked away from him. "No Harry! Stop it! I will use my wand if I have to. You know I hate surprises. And why did you have to say you and Ginny would go out? You lied to me. I need to know where we are—"

Harry kissed Hermione on the lips.

Hermione was shocked. She stood still and couldn't believe what just happened. Harry took the opportunity to apparate them. Before they completely disappeared, Hermione could see Harry's raven hair turn white-blond. The last thought that crossed her mind was 'Oh no.'

AN: Watch out for Jennifer! Anyway, I'm so excited for the next chapters. Hope you are too! I know this chapter is a bit shorter. The next one will be a bit longer than this. :)

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