Three Months Later

Hermione sits at the dining table in the spacious kitchen reading the Daily Prophet. Fresh out of the shower, her hair had been neatly curled and she wears a fuzzy bath robe and slippers. Draco cooks her breakfast as she tends to the cup of tea in hand.

"Can't believe it's already been a month since I've moved in," Hermione comments with a warm smile. "The Manor certainly needed a woman's touch."

Draco places a fresh plate of scrambled eggs and bacon before her. He takes a seat beside her while summoning the salt and pepper shaker from the end of the table. "Whatever you say, love."

Hermione pulls the cup of tea to her lips with both hands. "Next is that dreary, god awful dungeon downstairs," she mutters between sips.

"Whatever you say, love," he repeats with a smirk while stabbing a forkful of eggs.

They finish their breakfast and head to the bedroom to get dressed for the day. It was the last day at Hogwarts before the holiday and McGonagall would be addressing the House Cup.

Hermione removes the robes from her shoulders exposing the lacey slip that she was wearing underneath. Draco pauses while tying his tie in the mirror and gazes at her reflection. He spins on his heels and rushes toward her while wrapping his arms around her waist. She giggles as he tenderly kisses the length of her neck, pressing his lower body against hers.

She crumbles against his touch while fighting to maintain composure. Her finger slides down the length of his torso to his belt buckle. "We're already late, Draco."

His hand wanders from her waist to cupping her ass. "You can't do this to me," he lowly growls. "I'll go crazy all day, imagining you just like this."

Snapping out of it, Hermione swipes his hand away and takes a step back. "How many times must I tell you; I will never miss school events for a shag. It can wait." She gives him a slick smile while walking toward the closet, intentionally swaying her hips in a seductive manner. "Besides, maybe I enjoy driving you crazy."

"I'd believe it." Draco chases after her and scoops her up in his arms, holding her up by her thighs. She wraps her legs around his waist while bringing him in for a kiss.

"Fine," she folds. "But we must be quick."


"Good afternoon," the headmistress addresses the students in the Main Hall. "I'm proud to announce the end of the school year."

Teddy, Victoire, Jack and Grayson sit side by side at one of the elongated tables. All of the houses had slowly muddled together over time. The consolidation of the students was important during the Battle against the Purists no matter the house, and they felt a newfound sense of unification.

"Each of you has exhibited the strength of selflessness this year," the headmistress begins. "To reward the heroic actions of every house this year, I wish for us all to celebrate in unison."

The room breaks into applause that dwindles as the headmistress raises a hand.

"However, there must be only one, true winner of the House Cup. I'd like to address a few last-minute points to a select few." McGonagall clears her throat before announcing, "For the best transfiguration I have personally seen to date; Mr. Teddy Lupin. 50 points to Hufflepuff."

Jack elbows Teddy from the side who sits with pinkened cheeks. Being a Metamorphmagus was something he was born with yet was still trying to master. The headmistress' recognition gave him the inspiration to keep toying with his unique abilities.

"And for the admirable ability for one to create fire at the flick of her fingers; Ms. Victoire Weasley. 50 points to Ravenclaw."

"Did you hear that?" Victoire beams at Teddy. "How did she know?"

Grayson rolls his eyes. "Because she's the bloody headmistress, duh."

"And for the pristine agility and skill to fly their broomstick like a professional quidditch player; Mr. Jack Wood. 50 points to Gryffindor."

Jack puffs out his chest while looking across the crowd importantly.

"Congrats, Jack," Teddy comments with a pat on the back.

"Just like always," Grayson groans, shamefully rubbing the back of his head. "The lot of you get recognized, and I get-"

"And for the bravery of knowing between right and wrong, and one of the greatest loyalties that Hogwarts has ever seen; Mr. Grayson Goyle. 100 points to Slytherin."

Grayson turns beet red as Victoire grips his shoulders and excitedly shakes him.

"One hundred?" Jack repeats slack jawed. "Surely that'll put them in the lead," he adds resentfully.

"Don't worry, lad," Grayson mocks while throwing an arm around him. "You Gryff's still stand a chance."

"If my calculations are correct, that would conclude that Slytherin has won the House Cup." A broad smile crosses McGonagall's lips as she leads the room into applause.

Those wearing green and silver robes erupt in cheer; some standing from their seats and bouncing on their feet. "SLYTHERIN! SLYTHERIN!"

Draco sits at the front of the room beside Hermione and Harry. A genuine toothy smile crosses his lips as he joins in on the applause.

Harry reaches across Hermione to shake his hand. "Gryffindor was a close second," he advises. "Don't let it get to your head."

Draco tilts his head at him with a firm grip.

McGonagall claps once above her head revealing an array of lamb chops, mashed potatoes, pies and pudding across the tables. The students eagerly dig in while conversing among themselves and congratulating the Slytherin house.

Teddy holds Victoire's hand concealed from beneath the table. She gives him a coy smile while reaching for a piece of pie.

Draco, Hermione and Harry appear from behind them. Draco holds Hermione by the waist with one arm and his other hand in his pocket.

"Hi Draco," Victoire greets. "Congratulations on the win."

"Thank you, Victoire."

Teddy stands to his feet and widens his arms in front of Draco. The Slytherin's normal icy demeanor melts as he brings in his cousin in for an embrace.

"Aww," Grayson and Jack say in unison.

Teddy then turns to Harry who ruffles his hair; transitioning between the colors of the rainbow.

"I brought a Disney movie for tonight," Victoire informs holding up a finger. She retrieves the Muggle DVD from her bookbag and proudly displays it for the bunch. "It was laying around my granddad's house."

'Muggle movie night' had become a weekly commonality for Draco, Hermione, Teddy and Victoire. Every Friday evening they would get together at the Manor to bond over a newly selected, incredibly foreign to Teddy and Draco, movie. Hermione had brought her television from her cottage after moving in with the Slytherin.

Draco pinches his eyebrows together with his fingers. "Another bloody Disney movie? Please tell me this once doesn't end in some bloke kissing a dead girl; dodgy bastard."

Hermione giggles while retrieving the DVD from Victoire's hand. "Don't be such a grump," she warns. "I think I saw a tear or two escape your eyes when Snow White ate that apple and fell into a coma."

Draco dramatically rolls his eyes. He fervently shakes his head, assuring the men at the table that his girlfriend was surely blowing things out of portion.

"Besides, it's girls' week to choose the selection for Muggle movie night," Hermione reminds him. "Can't give up on tradition."

"A movie night, huh?" Jack asks full of curiosity. "And why haven't the Slytherin lad and myself been invited?"

Grayson tightly folds his arms. "I don't want to watch no Muggle movie about princesses."

"Sure you don't." Jack pinches his cheek causing Grayson to swipe at him.

"You're formally invited," Draco offers. "In fact.." He throws an arm around Harry who skeptically stares at him from the corner of his eyes. "Why not let Potter in on the fun? Wouldn't want for him to miss out."

"Yeah!" Teddy encourages. "It'll be fun."

Harry glares at Draco with a smirk. "Fine. For Teddy."

"It's settled, then." Hermione looks between all of them with a beaming smile. "Best finish up your feast in a hurry. Looks as though we're in for one thoroughly entertaining evening."


That's it! Special shout out to everyone who's followed along the way and to those who were kind enough to leave comments. It truly puts a smile on my face! If anyone is interested, I just put out the first chapter of a brand-new story on our beloved Draco and the golden trio. Check it out if you want. Til next time!