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"HM pov*
"Wow Hermione! Who would have thought you would have ended up with such a hunk! I always thought you'd end up with the sweet and sensitive type," Lena said with a laugh as we stood in the back of the church waiting for the rehearsal to start.
"What's that supposed to mean?!" I asked in fake anger.
"Well, you were never one to fall for the guys based just on their looks. I seem to remember you telling me about a terrible boy named Draco that attended your boarding school. Remember Sean O'Falen?" She asked with a brilliantly white smile.
I groaned, "That was elementary school. Don't even say the name to me!"
She laughed, and I stuck my tongue out at her before I started down the aisle in my brown dress. She eventually followed me, and the rest of the rehearsal went smoothly.
I had known her and Travis would get married since we were young. They were perfect for each other, and their obvious love story had always made me anxious to write my own.
Travis and I were next door neighbors growing up. Our parents had been great friends. When we started kindergarten, I became best friends with Lena, Travis was jealous I had a new friend. Eventually all three of us became very close through elementary school. I had also noticed the chemistry they had even before I left for Hogwarts.
Then each summer they seemed to get closer and closer, so by the time it was their senior year of high school I was not surprised at all that they were dating.
We had become more distant, but we always talked on birthdays, sent presents, and got together when we could.
As the wedding party processed out of the church after the rehearsal, and met at the back of the church, Draco made his way over to me. He had dressed to impress wearing a very nice blue shirt, silver tie, and dress pants. No wonder Lena thought he looked nice.
"so what's next?" He asked with a smile. I could tell he was trying to pretend to be open about being around muggles.
"Well we're all going out to eat, but then I have the bachelorette party. Travis said you could join the boys if you'd like," I said with an encouraging nod as we made our way to the rehearsal dinner.
He looked at me with some nervousness, "I'd be alone with the muggles, doing muggle things?"
I laughed, "Yes Draco, you would. Don't be such a little 'scaredie cat!"
He walked on in silent pondering for a couple of minutes, but then turned to me with a smirk, "Would I meet this Sean O'Fallen?"
I looked at him in shock. How had he heard us talking in the back of the church? "No!"
"Oh alright, I guess I'll give it a try. But I have very good hearing you know," he smirked and then sat down at one of the tables to eat.
…
"OhMyGod this really makes me miss you!" Lena giggled as the limo took us back to the hotel.
"I know! We need to get together more. Even though it won't be as fun, since you'll be a married women tomorrow!" I said with a giggle.
At the beginning of the night, I had not wanted to drink too much. Lena on the other hand, knew I'd try and hang back. She brought me one for every single drink she had. To say we were drunk was an understatement.
The limo pulled up in front of the hotel, and I got out a bit unsteadily, "Bye girls!" I called and headed towards my room. About half way up I took off my black heels, and paused to pull up my strapless black dress. It was a bit big in the chest because it was actually Lena's. She had forced me borrow it. We had all decided to wear black and 'mourn' her last night of freedom. I hadn't packed a sexy enough dress, so Lena had made me wear it.
I hurried towards my door as soon as the elevator doors slid opened. I had always been a bit creeped out in hotels due to all the scary movies set there. I reached for my purse and dug through it for my key.
I eventually got the key in the slot, and stumbled in and closed the door. I looked around at the empty room, and remembered with a little bit of disappointment that Draco went out with the boys.
I slumped down, sitting on the bed when suddenly the bathroom door opened. I looked up in complete shock as Draco came walking out of the bathroom in just a towel.
"Oh, I didn't know you were home!" I said without thinking and then began to laugh at my loose use of the word 'home.'
"Yea, the guys got back a while ago. I decided to shower tonight so I wouldn't be in your way tomorrow," he said as he went through his suite case and pulled out boxers.
"Did you guys have good muggle fun?!" I asked as I laid back on the bed.
He glanced over at me before answering with a smirk, "I will admit it was an eye opening experience. I think I washed all the muggle germs off in the shower. It looks like someone had too much to drink."
"I most certainly did not!" I said in a sudden outrage and stood up.
He smirked over at me, "I bet you couldn't walk over here in a straight line."
I crossed my arms in defiance, and stood up a bit unsteadily. I took a step towards him in a semi straight line and made it to him without tripping, "I win!" I said with a triumphant smile.
He looked down at me with a handsome smile. I hadn't realized how close I came to him. As he reached out and brushed the stray hair from my forehead I realized we were closer than I originally thought.
He leaned down slowly, as if he had planned for this to happen and kissed my cheek softly. Then moved to my neck and whispered, "No, I win. Malfoys always win."
My hands found their way to his blonde hair and intertwined there as he moved to meet my lips. Even though I used to hate Draco I couldn't imagine never kissing him again. It was simple with us, almost effortless. I barely noticed as he picked me up and carried me over to place me lightly on the edge of the bed without breaking our heated kiss.
…
*knock, knock, knock!*
I groaned and buried my face into my pillow.
*KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK!*
"Ughhh," I sighed and turned over to face the clock.
As soon as I saw the blaring red numbers I knew who was at the door, "One second Lena!" I shouted completely awake now as I scrambled to get my shoes and makeup.
"SHHHHH" Draco shushed automatically even though he was still half asleep. I looked over at him for the first time and saw he was just wearing his boxers. what happened last night?
I hurried towards the door. I Left with Lena to get ready for the wedding, while also trying to leave my thoughts of Draco behind as well.
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"I knew I shouldn't have drank last night!" I called to no one in particular as I walked out of the hotel suite bathroom with my newly dried hair from my recent shower, just wearing a slip.
Lena smiled from where she was getting her long dark hair styled in an extravagant due, "Oh Hermione you crack me up. why don't you come over here and entertain me while I'm stuck."
I walked over and sat down, so she began to do my make-up.
"How can I entertain you on your special day?" I asked in fake excitement.
"Tell me how you and Draco got together. I'm sure it's bound to be an interesting story."
I laughed, buying myself some time. What was 'the story' going to be?! I obviously couldn't tell her the truth. We were forced together by the Ministry, "Well as you know, Draco and I never got along, but looking back I see the fine line between our hate, and ..passion." I paused to assess the validity of my statement and felt a bit surprised behind the truth I found.
"I bet" she said prompting me to continue.
"So one day we were forced to be together at a dinner, and we surprisingly hit it off. A while later he called me up, and before I knew it I couldn't imagine my life without him. I know it's a shortened version, but we're in a bit of a time crunch," I finished pointing towards the make-up bag she had abandoned to listen.
She nodded and continued with the make-up, "I just feel like I'm missing a lot behind the story. You guys have a complicated relationship. I can tell."
I smiled, "You have no idea."
We all continued to get ready and as usual I did not feel like I belonged. The muggles were always friendly, but I had only ever been fully accepted by Lena and Travis. It reminded me of my young elementary school days before Hogwarts.
I looked around and realized we were all ready to head to the church. Hopefully Draco found his way alright
"Come on Hermione! We need to get in the limo," One of the brides maids called as we headed out the door.
As I sat in the limo I realized this was the second wedding I'd attended recently. I only had one more to go till mine. I was next!
"Hermione, are you okay? You look nervous enough to be the one getting married," Lena said with an almost nervous smile.
"It's just weird to think that this will be me" I said and looked out the window. I didn't feel like talking about it. Lena understood, just as she had when we were little. I didn't always want to vocalize what I was thinking.
All too soon the limo came to a stop. Would I be ready to marry Draco?! I couldn't be sure, but that kiss last night was beyond any kiss I had ever had with anyone
The wedding flew by, but that might have been because I was in a state of shock. Before I could even blink it seemed that Lena and Tyler were processing out of the church and the wedding party began to follow.
Draco met me again at the end of the church, "Do we have to stay at the reception long?"
"Well, we'll stay for a while," I began, but he got a sad face.
"But the qudditich game starts in two hours! We need to see their warm up," he asked pleadingly.
I smiled, because he was acting like a kid, "I promise we won't stay long."
"Good, cause I don't want any more muggle germs then I have to have," he mumbled under his breath.
I looked at him disapprovingly, and he gave me a sheepish smile, "Old habits die hard."
We continued to the reception, ate the dinner, and watched the first dances. After I had danced with Draco,and both the bride and groom, I explained that Draco and I had to go, and I was sorry. They understood. I knew they wouldn't have a major problem with it, because I had never fit in well with the others.
"Bye Hermione! We're coming back just in time for your wedding. I'll miss you!" Lena said tearing up a bit.
"Bye Lena, have fun you two. I'll miss you too!" I said as I hugged them. Draco shook Tyler's hand and then Lena hugged him.
As soon as we were out of the ballroom Draco grabbed my arm, and apparated us to the qudditich game.
"Draco, what if someone saw us?!" I exclaimed.
"Relax, you worry too much," he said as we continued towards the stadium in the crowded area.
"We didn't even check out of the hotel, and I don't have my bag!" I crossed my arms in a pout. I hate not planning stuff out.
"Oh I apparated the stuff home this morning, and talked to the lady, which I assume you mean the checking out," he said with a smug smile. He thought he had one up on me.
"Are we going to watch the game in our nice clothes, and do you have the tickets?" I asked, testing him.
"Of course I have them, and we're going to buy qudditich apparel. You have basically none anyways so it doesn't matter that I forgot this slight detail."
I sighed. I just didn't like not having my wand, and since it was in my bag I was defenseless.
"What else did I forget?" He asked a bit impatiently.
"I just don't have my wand …." I said quietly.
He looked confused, "Well I have mine, so you'll be fine."
I just nodded as he put his arm around my shoulders reassuringly and led me towards a clothing cart.
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"That was the best game of the entire season!" Draco yelled. He tore his eyes away from the field, and looked at me with his eyes full of excitement, "Can you believe the upset?!"
I gave him a half smile, "Qudditich isn't my thing. You know that. I'll take your word for it,"
"I can't believe you don't see what a big deal this is!" He practically yelled and then turned to talk to the man next to him about the Irish loss.
I stood looking out at the field feeling a bit bored. I liked coming after the game had started. it made the game go by faster.
"'ErMiOnee? How haf you bin?" Came an all too familiar voice from behind me.
"Viktor!" I said with a smile, and gave him a hug, "I've been better. What about you?"
"I haf been busy, and very 'appy I do not live in England vith this law," He said slowly.
Seeing him reminded me of fourth year, "Yes, it's been a lot to deal with, but" I trailed off not knowing the right words to say.
"It's nothing we can't handle," Draco said from behind me.
"I bet, but I never imagined you two put together," he said in decent English.
"Not many people do," I said smiling up at Draco.
"Let us go get some vood," Viktor said with a smile.
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