Chapter 21 – Jealousy

Ron had to smile and soon they found themselves in a passionate kiss that meant more than just love. It was desire.

The fresh sea air kept blowing in their faces and Hermione got goosebumps all over her body. Ron noticed it and caressed her arm. He ended the kiss and looked at her.

"C'mon, let's go inside... maybe there's another surprise waiting for you?!"

"Another one? Are you serious?"

"Who knows…" he smirked and got up. Hermione grinned and let Ron help her up. He then took her hand and went into the house with her. When they came in, Hermione thought she was dreaming. The sight of the house took her breath away.

It seemed friendly and bright. The walls were also decorated with shells on the inside, but it didn't seem overloaded. The living room, the heart of the house, was big and had a straight view to the wide sea. Ron led her further into the living room, which had a fireplace that was already flickering, bathing Hermione's silhouette in a warm glistening light and making Ron's eyes gleam with joy. Hermione had tears in her eyes at this wonderful sight and she wondered for the 1000th time what she deserved it all for.

"Oh, Ron…" she whispered but Ron held his finger tenderly to her lips and pulled her back into an affectionate kiss. Hermione closed her eyes and enjoyed his wonderful soft lips on hers. He was just perfect...

Her one hand now caressed his stubbly cheek while her other hand rested on his toned chest. Ron's hands caressed her waist and one hand slowly stroked down her back to her firm bum, which he squeezed briefly, making Hermione shudder. In the next moment, Hermione slowly unbuttoned his blazer and then his shirt. Both of it fell to the ground, revealing his naked, muscular body.

Ron placed small, sweet kisses on her mouth, along her cheek to her collarbone, skilfully unzipping her dress and gently smooth it down her shoulders while still kissing her. The dress also fell to the ground and both breathed faster. More and more pieces of clothing found their way to the floor until finally they lay naked on the couch in front of the fireplace and Ron was bent over her. He watched her and felt pure happiness and love, that he had got such a beautiful woman, who now even wants to spend his life here with him.

"Ron?" She looked at him and caressed his cheek, while he was taking his wand to cast the contraceptive charm

"Yes?"

"I.. I already wanted to tell you that. Ron… I take a contraceptive potion once a week now. Ginny said it would be better than the charm." Ron was a bit shocked that Hermione had apparently talked to his sister about something like that. Hermione noticed it and placed a small kiss on his hand. "Don't worry, Honey…" she looked into his eyes and smiled. Ron loved it when she gave him those nicknames. For him it was the meaning of closeness and love.

They smiled at each other and he tenderly stroked a strand of hair behind her ear and bent down to kiss her again. Hermione's body was tingling and she became very warm again. She needed him and when his hand went between her legs and found her wet center, Hermione moaned. She bent her slender body lustfully. Ron looked down at her once more and saw that she had closed her eyes, lustfully licking over her lips. He swallowed at the sight of her and tried not to lose control immediately. Hermione had willingly spread her legs and Ron let himself sink between them.

He kissed her again and while she bit his lip with relish, he slowly entered her. Ron nibbled tenderly on her earlobe and stroked her hardened clit with his finger, noting at the same time how moist it was. Hermione moaned in his ear while Ron thrusts in and out of her. First very carefully and then becoming faster and faster. Hermione lasciviously clawed into the sheets and moved her hips against his thrusts, making Ron even more excited and groaning. He now grabbed her bum and supported himself with one arm next to her so that he was able to push harder and deeper into her.

Hermione clawed his shoulders and with another thrust, they groaned loudly. Ron spilled his seed into her as he felt Hermione's center tighten around him. Their breathing speeded up and when they had reached their climax together, Ron lay down next to Hermione and kissed her on the forehead. Both looked at each other smiling.

"Thank you for the wonderful surprise! I love you more than anything!"

"I loved doing that for you! I love you too." Ron grinned broadly. Hermione smiled, gave him another kiss before disappearing into the bathroom, taking a shower…

A few days passed as Ron and Hermione had already moved to Shell Cottage and both were happier than ever before. One afternoon, after Hermione had finished her shift at St. Mungo's and Ron was still working in the Ministry of Magic, Hermione went to Diagon Alley to pick up two books for her upcoming exams. Actually she didn't need the books at all, but Hermione thought it would be wise to buy them anyway.

So she rummaged through 'Flourish and Blotts' and after her successful shopping she met Parvati for an ice cream in 'Fortescue's ice cream parlour'. The women talked about their current education and of course the bigger topic 'Ron'.

"Wow... So you live in a cottage by the beach now?" Parvati asked astonished.

"Yes!"

"And when will you two marry and get pregnant?"

"Parvati!"

"What? Just telling the truth!"

The two of them paid for their ice cream and went into the 'Leaky cauldron' for a butter beer.

"Ron and I are taking our time, Parvati."

"Suuureee... That's why you move into a house together after less than half a year of a relationship." Parvati said cynically.

"Uh, just stop it!" Hermione huffed.

"Come on, Hermione. You're not just gonna hold hands, are you?"

Hermione blushed slightly and Parvati grinned broadly.

"I knew it! But I don't blame you for not being able to keep your fingers by yourself… He's really hot, Hermione!"

Hermione's eyes grew wide and she looked at her friend shocked and embarrassed at the same time.

"Shhh... Parvati…! Would you like to shout it into a megaphone? So that everybody knows about my relationship right away?" Hermione hissed through gritted teeth.

Parvati giggled and both drank a butter beer and continued to talk eagerly until suddenly a big man stood next to them and greeted Hermione with a Bulgarian accent.

" Hermowninny?"

Parvati looked up at the tall man, while Hermione's heart skipped a beat. When she turned to the man, she could hardly believe it.

"Viktor?"

"It seems so! How are you?" he smiled.

"Oh, erm... wonderful."

Meanwhile at Ron's office

Harry just entered Ron's office where he was sorting everything and was ready to go. He whistled an involuntary melody and smiled a little.

"Hey mate… you're in a good mood, aren't you? !"

"Oh hey Harry. Uh, yeah, maybe that's because I'm the luckiest man in the world." Ron grinned broadly and with a wave of his wand he made the last files disappear into the drawer.

"What brings you here?"

"Can I talk to you for a second? It's rather important." Harry said.

Ron frowned and looked skeptically at Harry. He sat back down on his office chair and meant for Harry to sit down too.

"What's up?"

Harry sat across from his best friend and looked at his hands.

"Um... I… Well…" Harry took a deep breath.

"Spit it out already!" Ron demanded.

"I wanted to ask you if you mind if I... If I asked Ginny to marry me." Harry murmured.

Ron looked at him and Harry could not tell at first whether Ron was angry with him. But when a broad grin appeared on Ron's face, Harry was extremely relieved.

"Wow! Why should I have something against it? Are you mental? It's awesome that you want to propose!"

"What... Really?"

"'Course! Ginny's so happy with you, and you're my best friend, Harry. I couldn't imagine a better man at her side! Merlin, mate! That's wonderful!"

"Yes. . . Yes, it is! Thanks, Ron!" Harry sighed relieved. Both stood up, hugged each other and patted each other on their backs.

"C'mon, this calls for a celebration. I'll buy you a fire whiskey at the Leaky Cauldron." Ron said and so both of them happily made their way to Diagon Alley.

Arriving there, Ron was just about to greet Tom the owner of the Leaky Cauldron, when his breath almost stopped. He saw Hermione laughing and hugging a man, who also patted Hermione's back.

'Merlin's dirty underpants... who's this git hugging MY GIRLFRIEND? Is this..?

It's Viktor KRUM!' Ron thought for a moment and his blood was boiling. He couldn't believe it. Now Krum also gave her a kiss on the cheek. Before Ron thought any further, he walked up to them.

Harry watched the scenery and knew it meant no good. Faster than Harry was able to react, Ron stood in front of the world famous Quidditch player Viktor Krum and pushed him away from Hermione, so that he fell to the ground. Hermione was as shocked as Harry and Parvati and held her hand in front of her mouth.

"Ron!" Hermione shrieked.

"Get your fucking hands off of my Girlfriend!Understood?" Ron hissed angrily.

Viktor looked at him shocked and still considered whether he should say something. But he noticed how angry Ron was. Krum got up from the floor and walked out as quick as possible. Ron then looked at Hermione, who was still standing there in shock.

"What's gotten into you? Why do you let him touch you that way? Do you fancy him?" Ron yelled at Hermione.

"WHAT?" Hermione shrieked.

"Ron! Let it go!" Harry tried to calm Ron with one hand on his shoulder but Ron jerked it away and still looked angrily at Hermione who now had tears in her eyes.

"I didn't do anything! He's just an old friend of mine!" Hermione yelled with tears in her eyes.

"And that's why you let him touch you like that? You fancy him, Hermione, don't you? Come on, admit it. . . you fancy him! The world-famous Viktor Krum! I'm just Ronald Weasley, your stupid and ugly boyfriend." Ron shouted.

"Ron!" Harry tried to stop his best friend but it seemed useless. Hermione felt tears come out of her eyes, running down her cheeks. She shook her head.

"You can't be serious, Ron!"

"I am! Go on.. Follow him… Go on then! What do you want with someone like me?" Ron said slightly depressed now.

"How can you say something like that?! Ronald Weasley, you're an idiot!" she hissed, took her bag and wanted to leave.

Parvati followed her and Ron suddenly realized what he had said and done. When he had seen Viktor Krum touching and kissing Hermione and she didn't seem to have a problem with it, Ron couldn't think straight.

He grabbed her by her wrist, but she pushed his hand away. She sobbed loudly now.

"Hermione…. I didn't mean to…I'm sorry" Ron tried to apologize.

"Leave… me... alone! You ruined everything... Everything!" she cried and ran out.

Parvati followed her and before Ron could follow them, the two women had disapparated. Ron stood outside of the Leaky Cauldron and couldn't believe what he had just done. Probably he'd lost the love of his life...