This chapter is shorter, but hey, we need some sappy love in our lives every now and then, right? :) Thank you for reading! Please please review!
When the world stopped spinning, Hermione was in an unfamiliar place. She clung closer to Blaise in confusion which caused him to laugh. He led her into an open area, and Hermione was shocked by the amount of people flocking here. They all seemed to be walking in the same direction and Blaise and Hermione joined the crowd. Everyone was talking in a different language. Hermione listened closely, trying to determine where they were, as she suspected Blaise wouldn't tell her. They're speaking…German? She spun on Blaise.
"We're in Germany?!"
Her laughed and nodded, pointed toward the gate they were approaching.
"Yes, cara, Germany. Look where we are."
Her eyes scanned the view in front of her. There was a line forming at the gate. Beyond the gate she could see the tops of buildings, and to her surprise, roller coasters! She focused in on the gate. It said Europa Park. She squealed and gave Blaise a big hug.
"You're taking me to Europa Park? That's one of the coolest amusement parks in Europe! I can't believe it! I've always wanted to go here!"
Blaise smiled and wrapped his arm around her waist.
"Well, I can't take all the credit. Ron told me, actually. I was asking for some advice on a more exciting date than our last. I wanted this one to be memorable. And Ron said you love amusement parks. I came to this one as a child, so I instantly thought of this one. Then Ron mentioned the name, and I knew it was perfect."
Hermione threw his arms around his midsection and hugged him tightly. The line was moving, but Hermione didn't let go until they got to the front of the line and Blaise needed to pay. Hermione felt like a small child with how excited she was to be there. He entwined her hand with Blaise's and let him lead her through the park, telling her about the different lands they visited. With each attraction they went on, Hermione's heart soared. She'd never been so happy, at least not that she could remember. They took frequent breaks from the roller coasters to explore the area. Hermione fawned over the piece of the Berlin Wall that was on display. Blaise practically had to drag her away. Hermione was thoroughly enjoying her time when they stumbled upon the land based on Italy. A huge smile spread across Blaise's face, and suddenly he was chattering away about everything Italian to Hermione. She enjoyed his passion for his heritage. They ate dinner in one of the Italian themed restaurants, and Hermione laughed when Blaise insisted he could cook the meal better than the "phony gits in the kitchen." They lingered in the restaurant, drinking coffee and sharing gelato. Hermione watched Blaise as he took a sip, surveying the area. His dark eyes were dancing when they focused on her golden ones.
"Come to Italy with me sometime."
Hermione sputtered in her coffee, caught off-guard by the question.
"Really?"
Blaise nodded fervently and led her away from the table toward the huge fountain just outside the restaurant. Other couples had gathered around the fountain, and some were dancing to the faint music playing in the speakers. Blaise extended his hand to Hermione, and she took it willingly. He was a skilled dancer. He held her close, twirled her when appropriate, and even threw in a few dips for dramatic effect. Hermione was having the time of her life, and for a little while, she even forgot about everything else. She forgot about the war, her addiction, even Draco and Theo! She rested her head on Blaise's chest and sighed deeply. Unfortunately, it was at that moment that a German voice announced the park was closing. As Blaise led her back to their apparating point, Hermione looked back at the park with longing. She wanted to freeze time and stay there, in fake Italy, dancing by the fountain with Blaise.
Back at Hogwarts, Blaise walked Hermione to her common room door. She hesitated, not ready to go inside, and Blaise seized the opportunity to kiss her. This time, the kiss was sensual and soft. His tongue slid into her mouth, but this time it was like their tongues were dancing, slow and romantic as their dance by the fountain. She ran her fingers through his soft dark hair, and he gripped at her backside. When he pulled away, Hermione broke into a soft smile.
"Goodnight, Blaise."
She shut the door behind her, and almost jumped out of her skin when she heard movement behind her. Harry, Ginny, and Ron all sat in the common room, silly grins and expectant looks on their faces. Hermione blushed and touched her lips, not able to shake the silly grin from her face. Harry's eyebrows bounced a couple times.
"So, that good, eh?"
Hermione let out a soft giggle and walked straight to her room. She wanted to fall asleep with this wonderful aftershock of that euphoric kiss.