A/N: Thank you to everyone who has responded to my Draco/Hermione story. Everyone's comments have been very positive and very helpful in giving me ideas on how to write this story. Keep telling me what you want to see as the story develops further. I know it's not that great of a plotline since it's been used a million times, but it's my first story. But again, thank you! Ya'll make me smile. Btw, I still don't own a thing in this story!!

Ch. 10 Caught

The snow on the castle grounds glistened and sparkled as the sun shown down on it. Holiday break had just begun with a magnificent breakfast for the remaining students. Draco, Crabbe, Goyle, Hermione, Neville, Harry, Ron, Pansy, Lavender, Padma and her sister were amongst the handful that were graciously filling their pallets with the assortment of hot cakes, biscuits, fruits, and waffles. Professor Dumbledore watched his students with a twinkle in his eye, and a smile on his face.
Hermione and Draco continued their relationship in secrecy. They were beginning to find it increasingly difficult to keep their hands off of one another, as each chance they got they would hide in a hallway or closet and kiss each other with fury and passion. Hermione continued to tease Draco as much as she could; wearing tight, sexy clothing on the weekends and in Hogsmeade, giving him seductive looks and licking her lips at him in class. Repeatedly Professor Snape would have to discontinue his lecture and reprimand Hermione for not paying attention to his lessons.
On no particular afternoon, while Draco was studying for his Potions exam, Hermione sauntered in, wearing tight, low rise jeans, a peek-a-boo blouse and a bun that made her look older than she really was. She placed her arms around his neck and began to nibble at his ear. He pretended to ignore her, but grew increasingly turned on and before she knew it he had swirled around in his chair and replaced his ear between her lips with his. She spread her legs and placed herself on his lap, straddling him. They were hungry for one another, and their kisses proved such. Still kissing him, she began to unbutton his collared shirt, making it harder for him to stay in control. He wrapped his arms around Hermione's waist and pulled her closer to him, and then began running his hands under her shirt. She broke their kiss as he pulled her shirt above her head, revealing a simple white and lacy bra. Hermione succeeded in taking off Draco's shirt, which had hid his extremely defined abs, six pack included.
Draco kissed Hermione's neck, then with his fingers, delicately pulled down the straps of her bra. He dragged his tongue down to her upper chest, kissing every spot he possibly could. Hermione helped him out by reaching behind her and unbuckling the clasp that held her bra together and letting it drop. Draco began kissing her breasts, flicking his tongue on each of her nipples, driving her wild. She ran her fingers through his hair and up and down his naked back.
He suddenly picked her up, still straddling him, and carried her to his four-poster, cherry wood bed, where he gently placed her down and laid himself on top of her. He took advantage of his dominance by kissing his way down her stomach to her bellybutton, where he toyed with the button, teasing her. He kissed the area in and around where the waistband of her jeans was, and with his teeth, unbuttoned the snap that held her pants together. Hermione was able to coax Draco back to her lips, where she gave him a deep kiss and whispered "not yet". She gave him a teasing smile, grabbed her clothes and left the room, giving her ass a little shake with attitude as she made her exit. Draco sat there, shirtless and with a raging hard on.
The kids were all finishing their breakfast, when Ron made the suggestion to go to Hogsmeade; he still had some Christmas shopping he needed to finish. Everyone agreed in unison, and retreated to their rooms to change into warming clothing.
Hermione had reached her dormitory when Draco suddenly appeared in front of her, holding an orange lily- rare at this time of the season. He had discreetly followed her out of the Great Hall to give her the flower.
"Draco it's absolutely beautiful," and with that she wrapped her arms around him and planted a big kiss on his cheek. Draco blushed a crimson red, and returned her hug. She walked into the room and put the flower in a vase. "Ron suggested that we all go to Hogsmeade this afternoon." Draco looked a bit hurt by this; he had wanted to spend the afternoon together. He hid his disappointment and smiled at her.
"Good. Then you can go to the sweets store and buy me the biggest bag of chocolate you could possibly afford." He gave her a little wink.
"Not on your life, Malfoy," she teased.
"Oh, so now it's back to Malfoy, I see how it is. All of our kisses, our studying together, our "studying" together means nothing to you now, does it?" He put on a pretend hurt look and starting walking away. She grabbed his hand and pulled him into a soft kiss. They smiled and said goodbye to one another, but not before one more kiss. Hermione changed into a lavender sweater, jeans, her black jacket, and her woolen hat and mittens and ran down to meet Harry and company.
The day was absolutely gorgeous. There wasn't a cloud in the sky, but a good 4 inches of snow covered the ground from the previous night's fall. Ron and Hermione threw snow balls at one another as Lavender and Neville made snow angels. The group all laughed and told jokes as they made their way into Hogsmeade.
"I don't know about you guys, but I could REALLY go for a hot cocoa right about now. Who's up for The Three Broomsticks?" asked Ron. His cheeks and nose were nearly as red as his hair from the cold, crisp air hitting his face.
"I wouldn't mind warming up a bit," Hermione chirped. When no one else objected, the group walked quicker to the little tavern and entered in it, greeted with warmth and the aroma of hot chocolate and cider.
A picture on the wall caught Hermione's attention as they sat down to their table. It was a picture of a bright orange flower, like the one Draco had given her before leaving for Hogsmeade. She smiled and breathed a romantic sigh, suddenly wishing he was next to her to hold her hand and give her butterfly kisses on her cheek.
"Hermione, why are you staring all starry eyed at the picture?" questioned Lavender.
"Huh? Oh! I was admiring the beautiful colors. It's so rare to find such brilliant colors in the dead of winter. It merely caught my eye. That's all."
They all seemed satisfied with her answer, and continued on with their chatter. The conversation switched from quidditch, N.E.W.T.s, Professor Snape's greasy hair, after graduation plans, and then back to quidditch. It was certainly a good way to start off the Christmas holidays.
They finished their hot drinks and proceeded outdoors to do their shopping. Hermione, with her change bag in hand, headed for the sweets store. "Good. Then you can go to the sweets store and buy me the biggest bag of chocolate you could possibly afford." Draco's voice played in Hermione's head. She smiled as she walked in, and immediately proceeded to the chocolate covered wands. The rich aromas of the different chocolates were intoxicating and invigorating. The store was warm and comfy, with an air of charm and personality, mixed in with friendliness and a smiling cashier. Hermione purchase two chocolate frogs, a chocolate wand, and a bar of Muggle brand of chocolate named Godiva. She went to pay for her purchase and left the store, cold air smacking her face. She was walking down the street when a pair of strong hands suddenly grabbed her and pulled her into a small corner. "Are those for me?" asked a low voice. Immediately she knew it was Draco's. "Of course not, they're for me! You know how it is for a girl when she's cursed." She smiled up at him and watched him blush uncomfortably. She reached up and kissed his lips, which were warm and inviting. They pressed their bodies together and Hermione wrapped her arms around Draco's neck, still grasping the chocolate. They were soon lost in one another's kisses. They lost all sense of time, direction, themselves, when a shuffle of footsteps suddenly caught their attention. And then- "OH MY GOD!" cried a boy. Both turned their heads to see Neville Longbottom, his jaw dropped to the floor. "YOU TWO WERE SNOGGING!" he yelled, loud enough that Draco was sure the people on Germany could hear. Panic overcame both of them as they quickly pulled back and tried to collect themselves. They had been caught; Neville Longbottom had discovered their secret relationship.