The eagle among the lions
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Chapter 11
Hermione felt her lungs decrease in size as she started to hyperventilate. She was realising that the permission needed would have to come from the heads of houses involved and not the headmaster this would not work in Hermione's favour anyway as her head of house was not Professor Flitwick which meant that the permission would come from the remaining house which was Slytherin and the person in charge of that house…was Professor Snape.
They heard footsteps and Hermione held her breath hoping for some good news, Riddle was smirking as he knew that the footsteps belonged to the Minster of Magic, however the lavender coloured robes were the best sight Hermione had ever seen.
Hermione watched as Riddle and his followers started to panic and disappear but of course Riddle decided to stand up and tell Dumbledore about his plans for himself and Hermione.
Hermione had other ideas her wand as at her fingertips because she knew that Riddle wouldn't go without a fight and she hoped that the fight wouldn't involve Harry or any innocent students.
Dumbledore looked at the situation in front of him "Hello Tom it seems you were correct Miss. Granger, he hasn't harmed you as he?"
Hermione shook her head "No Professor."
Tom smirked "Hello Albus, why would I hurt my beloved Hermione? I am actually not the monster you have painted me as."
Hermione shook her head "you did that all yourself Riddle."
Albus nodded in agreement "she is right Tom you painted yourself as a monster when you started spreading hatred around. I suggest you leave and do not return while you still can before dementors are summoned."
Tom turned his attention to Hermione "I will see you soon my dear they will not be able to keep us apart for long and the contract will be fulfilled."
Tom bowed to Hermione and apparated out of the chamber just like the rest of his cowardly followers.
Hermione stared up at the ceiling; everything that happened after Riddle had disappeared was a big blur, she knew something had been said and somethings had been agreed but for the life of her Hermione could not recall any of it. All she kept thinking about was that Riddle needed permission from Severus Snape to marry her; one of his most loyal members was in control of her future. She prayed to Merlin that Harry won the war or she would bring him back from the dead just so that she could kill him herself.
Ginny lied down on the bed next to her "what can you remember?"
Hermione sighed "Professor Snape is the one whose permission Riddle needs for us to be legally married."
Ginny's mouth fell open "wow I erm wow"
Ginny stared at the dorm ceiling with her best friend trying to find some comforting words but came up empty. Their snarky and Gryffindor/Potter hating potions teacher was in complete control of Hermione's life and neither witch could find the silver lining.
Hermione sat up "I'm gonna read the contract again maybe I missed something."
Hermione and Ginny set off to the library where they were met with Rowena, the witches sat down and read over the contract between the Ravenclaw house and Slytherin house, Ginny glanced over at Hermione but from her friends defeated facial expression showed her that nothing had been missed the first time the contract had been read.
Hermione sighed "nope nothing still says that the contract will be fulfilled by the heirs of Salazar Slytherin and Rowena Ravenclaw being united in marriage via their magic only after getting permission from the wizard heads of the houses. Meaning that our magic will also be tied together and that for this to all happen Riddle needs permission from Professor Snape due to my head of house being a witch and me being in the wrong house."
Ginny hugged her "we'll figure this all out Hermione; I'll think of something myself."
The girls walked back to their scarlet tower when they heard footsteps behind them the girls turned around only to come face to face with Draco, Blaise and Gregory.
Hermione sighed "what do you want?"
Draco smirked "just making sure that the dark lords intended doesn't get herself hurt or into any trouble."
Hermione shook her head "it is not true Malfoy, so you and your minions can keep walking."
They then heard someone clearing their throat "perhaps it would be best for all of you to walk towards on your own respectable dorms expect you you are needed in the headmaster's office."
Once inside the office Hermione was greeted by Professors Dumbledore, McGonagall, Flitwick and Snape. Lord Slytherin, Lady Ravenclaw and Lucius Malfoy were also present in the office.
Professor Snape was there to 'represent' Riddle but Hermione knew that Lucius was also there to represent Riddle and not just as head of the governors.
Hermione knew something bad was about to happen "so what else has been decided for me this time?"...
What is Riddle up to this time around?
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