Chapter 11: The Manor
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A/n: I am sorry for the wait. I have been busy with SAT prep courses, work, and a bunch of other nonsense ^^''' Again I am sorry. ~*bows*~
Hermione was very sore, and tired by the time they reached the manor. It seemed that the trip took decades. She stared blankly in front of her. If she had more energy, Hermione probably would have cried out in wonder about how big the manor actually was. The manor was very elegant, and tremendously large. It was more of a castle really, like one of those restored Renaissance Castles. It wasn't as dark and scary looking as Hermione thought it would be. **It seems like one of those glorious mansions one sees on television** Hermione thought idly.
The gardens in front were very attractive with flowers of every color, and the grounds were kept in perfect condition. Hermione thought Desdemona's lot was huge, but it was nothing compared to this. If she weren't so scared, Hermione would be overjoyed to stay here. Avery laughed and ran up to the huge metal gate that was there to keep intruders out. "LUC! Open up this gate now!" Avery giggled, "I want to go play in the gardens. The gardens are SO pretty!"
Lucius scowled, but slowly walked up the gate, and Hermione could tell that he was casting many spells to open it. **It is probably impossible to make it in this place without the help of a Malfoy.** she thought to herself.
Hermione gulped, and felt extremely nervous. What exactly was going to await her here? Lucius was probably full of bullshit, and was taking her to be tortured or something along those lines. He was a Death Eater, and there was nothing stopping him from killing her. Hermione glared into the distance, "I fucking hate this."
Lucius turned around and raised an eyebrow, "I never thought you would be the type to swear like that. From what Draco would tell me about you, mudblood, you were considered perfect."
"Well," Hermione stated nastily, "Draco was wrong! He was wrong about everything. Let me guess? He got that nasty, foul temper from you! No wonder I can't stand him. Yes, that is right! As far as I am concerned, we are no longer together! He is the reason I went through all of this shit, and I really don't care anymore!"
The gate swung open and Hermione walked briskly by Lucius into the gardens. Avery stared at her, and clapped, "Lovely speech, Madame! You tell him!"
Lucius scowled, and followed Hermione, "There is no need to act like that. I said multiple times that I would not kill you. And whatever is going on with you and my son, well, I don't care either. I have more important things to worry about."
Hermione folded her arms, "Well, I am here! And I am still waiting for an answer! What are you going to do with me?"
Lucius didn't say anything, but walked up to the magnificent oak door, and did a bunch of other enchantments. Hermione stood there in silence. Avery was lying in the sun singing, "Our Quest has ended. We are victorious. Yes, we are."
Hermione rolled her eyes, and muttered, "Does he ever shut up?"
"Not really," Lucius replied, "Okay, follow me."
Hermione followed Lucius into an extremely grand parlor. Everything in this one room alone had to cost a fortune. Hermione could tell Lucius only kept the finest of everything in his mansion. But Hermione's eyes left the luxurious furniture, and looked at what was hanging on the wall. It was a huge portrait of Lucius, Narcissa, Draco, and Jewel. The frame was embroidered in gold, and probably worth more money then Hermione had in her muggle bank account. Hermione continued to stare blankly at the portrait. This portrait seemed almost like an alternate universe somehow. Lucius saw where Hermione was looking and he scowled, "I will be back shortly."
Lucius was about to leave into the nest room, but he looked over his shoulder to stare at Jewel. In the portrait she was all giggly, and was waving at Hermione. Her gray eyes twinkled and for a moment Hermione thought that Jewel wasn't really dead. Lucius flushed and glared, "What do you think is so very funny, Jewel? You are certainly not laughing in real life now are you?"
Hermione looked over at him and her eyes flashed, "Why is Jewel's case different then most? Why?"
But Lucius ignored her, and left the parlor. Hermione sighed and continued to stand around. She felt far too uncomfortable sitting in any of these elegant chairs. So instead she stared at the portrait until Lucius returned, with a young girl a few years older then her by his side. He smirked, "Sindy, this is Miss Granger."
Sindy smiled shyly, and Hermione immediately saw that she was wearing an outfit typical of a maid. Sindy stared at Hermione with her dark eyes and smiled, "Hello, Miss. I will have your room ready in no time."
"I get a room?" Hermione said shocked.
"Of course you do." Lucius snapped impatiently, "I all ready told you that you weren't going to be tortured or any of that stuff. May I also- "
"UNCLE LUCIUS!!"
Lucius rolled his eyes, "Hold on for a second."
He spun around and standing behind him was a little girl, no more then four or five. She had white-blonde hair in pigtails, and big green eyes. Hermione was strongly reminded of Jewel. What was this little girl doing with Lucius anyway? Lucius was a killer, and would probably not hesitate to send the girl to Voldemort as a sacrifice. Lucius snapped, "I am a bit busy, Elena. What do you want?"
"The house elves say there is no more chocolate!" Elena said pouting, "I am very hungry, and I want some food."
Lucius replied, "Well, Elena, you are going to have to wait."
"BUT I AM HUNGRY!!" Elena cried while waving a little rag doll to and fro, "Uncle Lucius, have you been hiding all the food? That is what Avery-Love said!"
"'Avery-Love?'" Hermione said skeptically, and Lucius snarled, "I told you NOT to ever use that name for him."
Hermione was still awestruck that this little girl would be with Lucius. Lucius must have noticed, because he muttered, "Elena is my brother, Nilam's, daughter. Her mother was killed due to a tragic accident a few weeks ago and therefore she must stay with me. This is extremely unfortunate of course, and a burden but I won't let it get in the way of things."
Hermione didn't reply, but she looked back at Elena who was hugging Sindy, "Do you have any chocolate? I am hungry!"
Sindy smiled, and picked Elena up. Elena stared at Hermione, full of curiosity, "Who is THAT?"
"She will be keeping a very good eye on you, Elena." Lucius said, "I expect you to be on your best behavior!"
"But what about Mommy and Daddy? You said they would be coming back soon! When is soon?"
Lucius looked over at the portrait, and Hermione could tell he was staring directly at Jewel, "Maybe they will come back sooner then you think. I-"
Elena yawned, and laid her head on Sindy's shoulder, "Uncle Lucius? Are you feeling okay? You look sick. Don't be sad. I love you."
Lucius didn't look away from Jewel for a second "I'm fine.....now if you will excuse me. I have to have a serious talk with my partner."
Lucius was about to leave, but he stopped and turned around one last time, "Miss Granger, I have no idea how long you will be here. It is safe to say that the Manor is your home. You are allowed to go anywhere that you want, except for the North Tower. Avoid that place, unless you want to be in deep trouble."
With that said Lucius was out the door. Hermione gaped. She still couldn't believe that she was stuck here. What was the big favor that she was doing for him? Sindy smiled, "Well then, I will show you to your room Miss Granger."
"Thanks." Hermione muttered, "Not to be rude, but why are you here? I thought that the Malfoys only had house elves."
Sindy smiled, "Mister Malfoy has done my father many favors, so of course I promised to serve him for a period of time. I also heard that he lost a house elf awhile back. He doesn't want all of his servants to have the ability to be freed just like that."
"I see." Hermione said, "Where is my room?"
"Follow me."
~*
Draco had to hold back all of his anger. He knew if he just lost his temper he would probably kill Desdemona with his bare hands. Desdemona was arguing frantically with Severus, "The stupid girl will be fine! I frankly don't care that Lucius took her away!"
"Great." Severus said sarcastically, "Just wonderful. Two young girls are missing, and are probably being tortured, and all you can say is that she will be fine? You are full of bullshit, Desdemona."
Draco clenched his fists, and muttered angrily, "How could you? How could you let him take her?"
Desdemona glared, "Shut up, idiot boy! No one is asking you! GO BACK TO YOUR ROOM!"
Draco was about to shout back, but Narcissa shook her head, "No, Draco. Just be quiet."
Arabella, who was standing in a nearby corner, was not happy at all, "So, Desdemona, let me get this straight. You just let Lucius take Hermione! You didn't put up a fight or anything? You basically fled, like a coward."
"Oh fuck you, Arabella!" Desdemona snapped, "If you only knew!"
Arabella grew furious, and pointed her wand at Desdemona, "You selfish cow! If you don't help us get Hermione back, I swear Severus and I are going to turn you in to Azkaban! We have that letter as evidence."
Desdemona's eyes flashed, "You MUDBLOOD! You wouldn't DARE!"
"DON'T CALL HER THAT YOU STUPID-" Draco started to shout, but Narcissa grabbed him by the arm, and forced him to follow her into the next room. Draco was protesting, as Narcissa shut the door behind her, "MOTHER! What are you doing? She is being an idiot!"
Narcissa glared at Draco, "I know, but it gives you no reason whatsoever to act like an insane toddler. Go to bed. We will work this out later."
Draco wanted to argue, but he knew that it was no use. He left his mother and walked down the hallway, and let thoughts take over his mind. Why was Hermione kidnapped? Draco desperately hoped that she was okay. "Why did I get in a fight with her?"
"Because you are an arrogant prat!"
Draco looked up and saw Pansy. She seemed very ticked off, and her blonde hair was all disheveled. Draco glared, "What did you call me?"
Pansy sighed and looked at the floor, "Draco, why did you let this happen?"
Draco glared, "You damn slut! I let none of this happen! Go find Weasley to shag, and leave me alone!"
Pansy's eyes filled with tears, and she shouted, "I HOPE you die! I hate you, Malfoy!
Pansy marched around the corner and out of site. Draco scowled, "Great. Just wonderful! Everyone is pissed at me. Well, I will find Hermione with or without their help. I really don't care if I am sick."
**That is exactly what I want to hear.........worthless brat...**
Draco spun around frantically, "WHAT?!?! That voice?"
Draco immediately fled down the hall, and didn't stop running until he reached his room. Draco slammed the door shut and felt his heart beat. Who was that? Draco shut his eyes tightly, and clearly his mind. He didn't recognize the voice at all.
"Well," Draco muttered to himself while staring out the window, "whoever that voice is obviously means me harm. I wonder who it could possibly be."
That night, the only thing Draco could think about was his girlfriend, and the fight they got into before she was kidnapped. "Draco Malfoy, you are such an idiot."
He had just let the one he loved most get kidnapped by his murderer father. Draco knew that tomorrow he had to do something. He would not let anything happen to Hermione. He would rather die first.
~*
Hermione didn't sleep too well either. She was shocked about how nice her room was. It was twice as beautiful as the one Desdemona gave her. The canopy bed looked fit for a princess. Sindy had told Hermione that this was one of the many guest chambers. After two hours of trying to get Elena to go to bed, Hermione was finally ready to sleep. Elena was a sweetheart, and Hermione found her very amusing, but she couldn't help but think what Elena would do when she realize her father was murdered by her "Uncle Lucius"
Hermione was so tired, and she expected to fall asleep immediately, but she couldn't. Her mind kept wandering to all of the problems that she currently had. Hermione let her eyes drift to the window, and she had a clear view of the North Tower. It was sinister looking, and seemed to have a much darker appearance then the rest of the manor. Hermione continued to look at it. She wondered why it was so forbidden. Was there dark objects in there? Could Ginny possibly be there? Hermione kept thinking and thinking until she drifted into an uneasy sleep.
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A/n: I am sorry for the wait. I have been busy with SAT prep courses, work, and a bunch of other nonsense ^^''' Again I am sorry. ~*bows*~
Hermione was very sore, and tired by the time they reached the manor. It seemed that the trip took decades. She stared blankly in front of her. If she had more energy, Hermione probably would have cried out in wonder about how big the manor actually was. The manor was very elegant, and tremendously large. It was more of a castle really, like one of those restored Renaissance Castles. It wasn't as dark and scary looking as Hermione thought it would be. **It seems like one of those glorious mansions one sees on television** Hermione thought idly.
The gardens in front were very attractive with flowers of every color, and the grounds were kept in perfect condition. Hermione thought Desdemona's lot was huge, but it was nothing compared to this. If she weren't so scared, Hermione would be overjoyed to stay here. Avery laughed and ran up to the huge metal gate that was there to keep intruders out. "LUC! Open up this gate now!" Avery giggled, "I want to go play in the gardens. The gardens are SO pretty!"
Lucius scowled, but slowly walked up the gate, and Hermione could tell that he was casting many spells to open it. **It is probably impossible to make it in this place without the help of a Malfoy.** she thought to herself.
Hermione gulped, and felt extremely nervous. What exactly was going to await her here? Lucius was probably full of bullshit, and was taking her to be tortured or something along those lines. He was a Death Eater, and there was nothing stopping him from killing her. Hermione glared into the distance, "I fucking hate this."
Lucius turned around and raised an eyebrow, "I never thought you would be the type to swear like that. From what Draco would tell me about you, mudblood, you were considered perfect."
"Well," Hermione stated nastily, "Draco was wrong! He was wrong about everything. Let me guess? He got that nasty, foul temper from you! No wonder I can't stand him. Yes, that is right! As far as I am concerned, we are no longer together! He is the reason I went through all of this shit, and I really don't care anymore!"
The gate swung open and Hermione walked briskly by Lucius into the gardens. Avery stared at her, and clapped, "Lovely speech, Madame! You tell him!"
Lucius scowled, and followed Hermione, "There is no need to act like that. I said multiple times that I would not kill you. And whatever is going on with you and my son, well, I don't care either. I have more important things to worry about."
Hermione folded her arms, "Well, I am here! And I am still waiting for an answer! What are you going to do with me?"
Lucius didn't say anything, but walked up to the magnificent oak door, and did a bunch of other enchantments. Hermione stood there in silence. Avery was lying in the sun singing, "Our Quest has ended. We are victorious. Yes, we are."
Hermione rolled her eyes, and muttered, "Does he ever shut up?"
"Not really," Lucius replied, "Okay, follow me."
Hermione followed Lucius into an extremely grand parlor. Everything in this one room alone had to cost a fortune. Hermione could tell Lucius only kept the finest of everything in his mansion. But Hermione's eyes left the luxurious furniture, and looked at what was hanging on the wall. It was a huge portrait of Lucius, Narcissa, Draco, and Jewel. The frame was embroidered in gold, and probably worth more money then Hermione had in her muggle bank account. Hermione continued to stare blankly at the portrait. This portrait seemed almost like an alternate universe somehow. Lucius saw where Hermione was looking and he scowled, "I will be back shortly."
Lucius was about to leave into the nest room, but he looked over his shoulder to stare at Jewel. In the portrait she was all giggly, and was waving at Hermione. Her gray eyes twinkled and for a moment Hermione thought that Jewel wasn't really dead. Lucius flushed and glared, "What do you think is so very funny, Jewel? You are certainly not laughing in real life now are you?"
Hermione looked over at him and her eyes flashed, "Why is Jewel's case different then most? Why?"
But Lucius ignored her, and left the parlor. Hermione sighed and continued to stand around. She felt far too uncomfortable sitting in any of these elegant chairs. So instead she stared at the portrait until Lucius returned, with a young girl a few years older then her by his side. He smirked, "Sindy, this is Miss Granger."
Sindy smiled shyly, and Hermione immediately saw that she was wearing an outfit typical of a maid. Sindy stared at Hermione with her dark eyes and smiled, "Hello, Miss. I will have your room ready in no time."
"I get a room?" Hermione said shocked.
"Of course you do." Lucius snapped impatiently, "I all ready told you that you weren't going to be tortured or any of that stuff. May I also- "
"UNCLE LUCIUS!!"
Lucius rolled his eyes, "Hold on for a second."
He spun around and standing behind him was a little girl, no more then four or five. She had white-blonde hair in pigtails, and big green eyes. Hermione was strongly reminded of Jewel. What was this little girl doing with Lucius anyway? Lucius was a killer, and would probably not hesitate to send the girl to Voldemort as a sacrifice. Lucius snapped, "I am a bit busy, Elena. What do you want?"
"The house elves say there is no more chocolate!" Elena said pouting, "I am very hungry, and I want some food."
Lucius replied, "Well, Elena, you are going to have to wait."
"BUT I AM HUNGRY!!" Elena cried while waving a little rag doll to and fro, "Uncle Lucius, have you been hiding all the food? That is what Avery-Love said!"
"'Avery-Love?'" Hermione said skeptically, and Lucius snarled, "I told you NOT to ever use that name for him."
Hermione was still awestruck that this little girl would be with Lucius. Lucius must have noticed, because he muttered, "Elena is my brother, Nilam's, daughter. Her mother was killed due to a tragic accident a few weeks ago and therefore she must stay with me. This is extremely unfortunate of course, and a burden but I won't let it get in the way of things."
Hermione didn't reply, but she looked back at Elena who was hugging Sindy, "Do you have any chocolate? I am hungry!"
Sindy smiled, and picked Elena up. Elena stared at Hermione, full of curiosity, "Who is THAT?"
"She will be keeping a very good eye on you, Elena." Lucius said, "I expect you to be on your best behavior!"
"But what about Mommy and Daddy? You said they would be coming back soon! When is soon?"
Lucius looked over at the portrait, and Hermione could tell he was staring directly at Jewel, "Maybe they will come back sooner then you think. I-"
Elena yawned, and laid her head on Sindy's shoulder, "Uncle Lucius? Are you feeling okay? You look sick. Don't be sad. I love you."
Lucius didn't look away from Jewel for a second "I'm fine.....now if you will excuse me. I have to have a serious talk with my partner."
Lucius was about to leave, but he stopped and turned around one last time, "Miss Granger, I have no idea how long you will be here. It is safe to say that the Manor is your home. You are allowed to go anywhere that you want, except for the North Tower. Avoid that place, unless you want to be in deep trouble."
With that said Lucius was out the door. Hermione gaped. She still couldn't believe that she was stuck here. What was the big favor that she was doing for him? Sindy smiled, "Well then, I will show you to your room Miss Granger."
"Thanks." Hermione muttered, "Not to be rude, but why are you here? I thought that the Malfoys only had house elves."
Sindy smiled, "Mister Malfoy has done my father many favors, so of course I promised to serve him for a period of time. I also heard that he lost a house elf awhile back. He doesn't want all of his servants to have the ability to be freed just like that."
"I see." Hermione said, "Where is my room?"
"Follow me."
~*
Draco had to hold back all of his anger. He knew if he just lost his temper he would probably kill Desdemona with his bare hands. Desdemona was arguing frantically with Severus, "The stupid girl will be fine! I frankly don't care that Lucius took her away!"
"Great." Severus said sarcastically, "Just wonderful. Two young girls are missing, and are probably being tortured, and all you can say is that she will be fine? You are full of bullshit, Desdemona."
Draco clenched his fists, and muttered angrily, "How could you? How could you let him take her?"
Desdemona glared, "Shut up, idiot boy! No one is asking you! GO BACK TO YOUR ROOM!"
Draco was about to shout back, but Narcissa shook her head, "No, Draco. Just be quiet."
Arabella, who was standing in a nearby corner, was not happy at all, "So, Desdemona, let me get this straight. You just let Lucius take Hermione! You didn't put up a fight or anything? You basically fled, like a coward."
"Oh fuck you, Arabella!" Desdemona snapped, "If you only knew!"
Arabella grew furious, and pointed her wand at Desdemona, "You selfish cow! If you don't help us get Hermione back, I swear Severus and I are going to turn you in to Azkaban! We have that letter as evidence."
Desdemona's eyes flashed, "You MUDBLOOD! You wouldn't DARE!"
"DON'T CALL HER THAT YOU STUPID-" Draco started to shout, but Narcissa grabbed him by the arm, and forced him to follow her into the next room. Draco was protesting, as Narcissa shut the door behind her, "MOTHER! What are you doing? She is being an idiot!"
Narcissa glared at Draco, "I know, but it gives you no reason whatsoever to act like an insane toddler. Go to bed. We will work this out later."
Draco wanted to argue, but he knew that it was no use. He left his mother and walked down the hallway, and let thoughts take over his mind. Why was Hermione kidnapped? Draco desperately hoped that she was okay. "Why did I get in a fight with her?"
"Because you are an arrogant prat!"
Draco looked up and saw Pansy. She seemed very ticked off, and her blonde hair was all disheveled. Draco glared, "What did you call me?"
Pansy sighed and looked at the floor, "Draco, why did you let this happen?"
Draco glared, "You damn slut! I let none of this happen! Go find Weasley to shag, and leave me alone!"
Pansy's eyes filled with tears, and she shouted, "I HOPE you die! I hate you, Malfoy!
Pansy marched around the corner and out of site. Draco scowled, "Great. Just wonderful! Everyone is pissed at me. Well, I will find Hermione with or without their help. I really don't care if I am sick."
**That is exactly what I want to hear.........worthless brat...**
Draco spun around frantically, "WHAT?!?! That voice?"
Draco immediately fled down the hall, and didn't stop running until he reached his room. Draco slammed the door shut and felt his heart beat. Who was that? Draco shut his eyes tightly, and clearly his mind. He didn't recognize the voice at all.
"Well," Draco muttered to himself while staring out the window, "whoever that voice is obviously means me harm. I wonder who it could possibly be."
That night, the only thing Draco could think about was his girlfriend, and the fight they got into before she was kidnapped. "Draco Malfoy, you are such an idiot."
He had just let the one he loved most get kidnapped by his murderer father. Draco knew that tomorrow he had to do something. He would not let anything happen to Hermione. He would rather die first.
~*
Hermione didn't sleep too well either. She was shocked about how nice her room was. It was twice as beautiful as the one Desdemona gave her. The canopy bed looked fit for a princess. Sindy had told Hermione that this was one of the many guest chambers. After two hours of trying to get Elena to go to bed, Hermione was finally ready to sleep. Elena was a sweetheart, and Hermione found her very amusing, but she couldn't help but think what Elena would do when she realize her father was murdered by her "Uncle Lucius"
Hermione was so tired, and she expected to fall asleep immediately, but she couldn't. Her mind kept wandering to all of the problems that she currently had. Hermione let her eyes drift to the window, and she had a clear view of the North Tower. It was sinister looking, and seemed to have a much darker appearance then the rest of the manor. Hermione continued to look at it. She wondered why it was so forbidden. Was there dark objects in there? Could Ginny possibly be there? Hermione kept thinking and thinking until she drifted into an uneasy sleep.
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