CHAPTER THIRTY FOUR

"Her-my-own-knee." Was called from across the room and a Bulgarian was barrelling down on her and Draco. "It is good to see you again yes?"

"Yes Viktor it is good to see you as well. Wont you come with us?"

Draco moved the walking wall out the way and offered his arm, they lead the small party to the third floor and into their dorm rooms." They were also joined by Bill and Charlie. Draco had a feeling Hermione was going to need some serious cuddle time after this. Upon arrival there was a full wet bar and breakfast served. Hermione transfigured her clothes to a pair of hipster jeans, thick socks, and jumper. Draco and Harry did the same. Draco put his pin on his chest and when to retrieve hers so she didn't have to keep wearing the sash. But it really didn't worry her.

The three of them sat and the don't stand of formality was said to the princes and Viktor who took seats to join the conversation. It was light and mostly of the ball to come that night. When the meal was finished the plates and glassware vanished. They found them selves standing as the table chairs reduced in size and study books were placed back on it. They moved to the lounge area and there was a knock.

"That must be Pansy, she never could keep out of the latest happening." the door swung open and in bounded Pansy.

She started singing at the top of her lungs and was halted mid beat. "I think I better go sit in the corner." this broke the ice and chuckles erupted. "Okay have to ask are you three really related and are you really princes?"

Hermione hid her head in Draco's chest, and Viktor was just stunned. He didn't know what to expect. Bill and Charlie went for another round of firewhiskey and handed one to Draco, Viktor and Harry. Along with a glass of wine to Hermione. Digging around in the bottom of the cabinet they found muggle whiskey and poured two glasses and handed it to the princes.

Hermione groaned. "This is going to be a long day. Yes they are princes. This is Prince William, the Duke of Windsor, and his brother Prince Harrison, the Duke of York. And for your final question we are cousins with their 'grand mummy' who is my aunt."

"So Hermione how bad did I screw up?"

"You didn't sweetie and I will try and keep it that way." Hermione answered. "Now I assume you have something that you wish to discuss that isn't for a hall full of people to hear, am I correct." brandishing her wand, the brothers ducked and covered their heads. She threw up silencing charms and a lock that would only allow Lucius or Severus through.

Clicks were heard around the room and they looked at her. "Magic," she shrugged.

"Yeah, grand mummy has in her infinite wisdom decided that the barrier between the realms should no longer exist. This a political hotcake with those who are in the know. The population is up in arms and demanding answers we swore we couldn't give. She has made it clear even if it is her final act as monarch its time to come clean. To many people saw to many things tink and she means business. And she has said that in being head of the Commonwealth all the realms will be exposed not just here." William started.

"Shes not looking to make it like you lot were in hiding all the time, and that you should all be heroes for keeping them safe, she doesn't see the reason for the ruse any longer. Tink she is getting old and the ravens are circling we are out of time to come up with alternatives. I am really sorry. We have never really had much to do with this realm when we haven't had a close family member involved. But she said shes doing it for you and that you should be the person that brings it all to a conclusion." Harrison concluded.

Bill looked on in concern. "What does that mean 'Mione?"

It was Harry that answered. "It means shes dying. Its part of an ancient code system. Raven's circling is sickness. Ravens gone is death. Big Ben clock tower tolling thirteen times will lift the enchantment. Guards facing away from the palace means a new monarch is going to be placed on the throne."

"Harry's right." Hermione stated finally. "Time is not our friend right now."

"I really don't want to be the bearer of news considering I know what your gonna do that funny accent guy with that stick thing but we got a stylist and barber coming like now, we got a ball to go to and exams in six months that decide our futures. Now hotties you stay that side of the room. Mya your with me. And Draco tie your own bow tie"

"Ms Parkinson is right I need to return to the ship." Formally bowing to the princes and Hermione he left.

Bill and Charlie made mention that they were going to see that their siblings were going to behave themselves. This would be a prime opportunity to screw up and not in comical way.

Draco led William and Harrison to a room where their uniforms were already pressed, everything shiny was even more so and the shower was charmed to stay hot. He kissed Hermione softly and let Pansy lead her away. Harry and Draco's robes were handing in Harry's dorm. So they went there. Knowing they had to be quick.