Disclaimer: I own nothing
Hermione appeared in one of the many hallways in the Malfoy Manor. The walls were cold dim stone, no where near as embracing as the sandstone at Hermione's. The walls were lined with countless portraits of past Malfoy's. She grimaced remembering their reaction to seeing Hermione in their home. 'Mudblood' they had called her. Then she remembered Draco telling them that if they ever showed anything less then respect for her he'd see to it they were burned.
Needless to say they shut up.
"Draco?" Hermione called her voice echoed as she took a step forward.
She felt two strong arms turn her around and before she knew it soft lips met hers. She felt the familiar small explosions going off in her stomach filling her with pleasant feelings. Hermione smiled into the kiss knowing who it was. His arms fell around her hips pulling her closer to him. She allowed her arms to loosely wrap about his strong broad shoulders. He spun then around until her back was the wall in between two portraits.
Finally he pulled back from their soft kisses and she saw his handsome face in the rosy candle light. Little hues of his white blond hair surrounded his head like a halo.
"What are you doing?" she asked breathlessly.
He pulled a few stray curls from her face before leaning down and kissing her neck softly.
"I haven't seen you in two whole days, I get worried you know," he said grinning against her soft skin.
Hermione sighed happily leaning her head back so he could have more access to her neck.
"'Specially when you're gone with that Weasel all day," Draco added with a hint of disgust.
Hermione rolled her eyes, "Draco, his name is Ron, alright. Ron Weasley"
He turned away from her neck and gave her another soft kiss on the lips, "Prat's a prat no matter what you call him. Tell me, what was his reaction to us?"
Hermione's face became uncomfortable and tight, "I haven't told them yet."
Draco rolled his head lightly, "Why is that?" he asked looking straight into her eyes.
"I..." Hermione sighed.
"I just... I don't want them to be mad at us," Hermione explained after starting again.
Draco studied her for a moment.
"You know you can't hide from it forever."
Hermione rubbed her nose to his before leaning back and tilting her head.
"I know... but I can try"
Hermione was nervous. Well, more like she'd rather be anywhere but here right now. Really.
She'd rather be running around the Sahara wearing a whale mascot uniform.
She'd rather be skinny dipping in the arctic ocean.
She'd rather be using a public port-a-potty.
Hermione paced across the shadowed grass under the tent. She was in a waiting tent like the ones they used during the Triwizard Tournament but then suddenly a ripple fell over the white tent curtains and Harry's head popped in.
"Ready?"
Hermione smiled ruefully, "Uh... no"
Harry grinned, "Ok, then come on"
Hermione sighed and followed Harry out.
The sun was shinning fiercely. There were no clouds in sight just endless blue. Ron was waiting outside with Harry not looking nervous in the least.
"Ok, so everyone remembers everything right?" asked Ron.
"Yup," answered Harry cheerfully.
"Alright, then let's go," Ron responded.
With that they set off across the green grass. The ceremony was to be in the old court yard. (AN: The one in the third movie I always liked that place.)
A fine white sheet covered what Hermione remembered to be the old worn down fountain. With the mascots of the four Hogwarts founders but if you looked closely you could tell what each animals was. Chairs were set up under the bright sun before a large stage. It was a lovely day that reminded Hermione of hers.
(Flash back)
"This is it!" Hermione declared grinning widely.
The Trio all stood under a large tree covered in French moss. Hermione was in her Hogwarts cap and gown both spotless and placed perfectly on her person. Harry was leaning against the tree trunk dozing as Hermione wouldn't let him sit in fear of him getting grass stains on his dress robes. Ron had his cap sideways on his head and was trying his hardest to tie his tie.
"Why do you have to be so cheerful?" he asked throwing an annoyed glance towards his girlfriend.
Harry smiled peeking to see Hermione sighed and snatched Ron's tie from his hands.
"It's graduation! We're done with school! All that work over with! We might not ever see Hogwarts again!" She finished that thought with a hint of sadness in her voice.
Ron paused and took a look at his now perfectly tied tie. Then towards his girlfriend, he bent down to kiss her softly. They just had different thoughts on the matter.
There was a rustling that at once caught all their attention. Ron stood slightly in front of Hermione his hand in his pocket grasping his wand. Harry copied this motion.
"My baby!" yelled a woman's voice suddenly as she came into view. The woman had hazel eyes and thick wavy brown hair. She immediately rushed forward and hugged Hermione tightly.
Harry and Ron relaxed noticeably. Shortly after the woman's arrival a tall man followed. He had curly sandy brown hair and deep brown eyes; in his hands was one small camera.
At last the women let go of Hermione to reveal a very confused looked young woman.
"Mum! Dad! What are you doing here?" Hermione face was starting to grow more and more leery.
They opened their mouths to explain but Hermione cut them off.
"I told you guys it wasn't safe for you to be here!" she looked about, violently shaking her tame curls, "Where is the Headmistress? She'll get you out of here."
"If you think some old bald guy in a dress is going to keep me from my little girl's graduation, your marks must have been lying!"
A few years ago Harry would have laughed but in light of recent evens he didn't even smile at this exaggerated view of Voldemort. The man turned towards Ron and shook his hand.
"But dad! This isn't a game you to could get seriously-"
"Rubbish! Now I want a few pictures with you and your friends," Hermione's mother cut in.
Ron took Hermione's hand and led her near the tree. Hermione stood between Harry and Ron. Ron leaned down and whispered in her ear, "They'll be fine 'Mione. You-know-who wouldn't dare attack now. He's on the run and you know it."
Hermione took a deep breath and tried to smile. Right before the camera flashed Ron moved his arm around Hermione protectively.
(End flash back)
Hermione walked over attentively to the curtain and peeked out. The place was packed. All the students were all neatly lined up in the first five rows. Behind them sat parents and other family members. The Weasley's were there only to see there youngest son be awarded countless honors from Hogwarts. There cloud of red heads could be seen. There were only four heads in the cloud though. Hermione remembered the old times when there was a full nine to the family but they were all that was left.
She slipped backstage once more. Ron and Harry were talking as they straightened out their robes.
"Now, I'm am pleased to present the graduating class of 2006's guest speakers, Please give a warm welcome to, Mr. Ronald Weasley," there was a wave of screams from the Weasley's, "Mr. Harry Potter," more screams were heard as Harry walked out on stage ("HARRY I WANT TO HAVE YOUR BABIES!") and joined Ron by the magical mic, "and Miss. Hermione Granger."
Hermione threw back her head and walked forward turning to the cheering crowd and smiling as she moved between Harry and Ron. She was directly in front of the mic. The crowd settled now and was listening attentively.
"Hello and Welcome..."
Things started to get a bit fuzzy after that.
No, Hermione Granger had not fainted in front of a audience. In fact she liked the feeling she got when she spoke to a crowd. It made her feel strong and determined. It made her feel like a different person.
The thing about that was Hermione had slipped into another person. No worrying. No wondering. Nothing. Just the task ahead of her.
It was done before she knew it she realized this as she, Harry, and Ron all stepped back and took their seats behind the podium. One by one the students came up. They were lined up houses mixing with one another in a spectrum of colors. A Slytherin jumped for joy along with a Hufflepuff.
"Eleanora Gerneliussen."
"Duncan Glaser."
"Emma Granger."
Hermione swelled with pride as Emma's separated from her friends and walked across the stage her head held high. She clapped loudly and turned to Harry and Ron to see them clapping but not as passionately as Hermione. Suddenly Hermione didn't feel so worried about losing Emma or about telling Harry and Ron about Draco. Right now she would just swell in happiness.
A curly headed woman ran around a hilly lawn towards a group of newly graduated Wizards and you could tell. One thing Hermione hadn't really remembered was how eager they, meaning Ron and Harry, were to use magic once they graduated.
Hermione grinned briskly as she knotted her hair up out of her face. Some little wisp fell to her neck which was beginning to collect sweat. Some random curls found there out of the bun and stick out awkwardly, unable to escape down her neck. Her thoughts were wiped away when she saw more sparks flying up from the group.
"Hey, guys the bands about to come on so head over there, please," the group turned to her and nodded before setting off.
Hermione turned and then ran over to the refreshment tables under the white tents. Everything was set, that band would come on soon, the food didn't taste like crap thanks to Mrs. Weasley, and so far she hadn't yet to come into contact with Draco and Ron at the same time.
Maybe that was because she had been running around nonstop.
As she walked up to the table and check to make sure there was enough of everything Ron caught her.
"Hey 'Mione!" He called happily, "Great party."
"Yep, thanks," Hermione said passively.
Hermione was moving the plates slightly when she felt two powerful arms snake across her waist and met snugly by her belly button, another familiar body pressed at her from behind. Hermione's face immediately went red at this.
"Hey," Draco whispered seductively against her neck.
Hermione wasn't paying attention to him though she turned her head, ready or not, in Ron's direction.
He seemed to be having a delayed reaction; he even had the smile from five minutes on the corners of his mouth. Hermione waited her heart beating abnormally. Ron's eyebrows contracted and with a great 'womp!' he launched his self around Hermione and on Draco.
This caused Draco's arms to rip away from Hermione's waist. Hermione turned and caught Ginny and Harry running away from the stage and towards them both with worried and slightly confused looks on their faces. Once Hermione turned to see Ron and Draco beating the crap out of each other she heard a softer male voice from the stage.
I'm a terrible person
I'm a terrible person
I'm a terrible person
So how do you like that gangster? lol just kidding. I'm thinking about changing my penname to soilikecheese2011 like my E-mail but I'm wondering if that will confuse you guys or if you will be able to find this story. Well besides that I'm trying really hard to finish this up seeing as I have my last essay due soon but I just can't seem to do it. Never fear though I will in the end.
Gwinna: Really? That's odd. Well I'm trying to find a Beta but they seem to be very rare.
queenofthelameos: Love the name! lol first I thought it said queen of the llamas but then I saw what it really was. Anyways back on point. They have brains their just a bit delusional.
MooNliGHtGoddEss22: thanks. I try to make all the chapie titles funny.
Ginny278: And now you know! dododo
Ok the sad part is that these were the only reviews for this chapie. Seriously people what the hell?
Elaina