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Summary: Hermione is given the advice to write a memoir. She reflects on her past telling us the story of what her life was like after the downfall of Voldemort. No longer a little girl, the woman of 24 tells us her story. How she hid from the world but at the same time found herself falling in love. Even if she denied it from the start. ~ A glimpse into the life of 24 year old Hermione Granger as she tackles the obstacles of friends, family, work, luck, mistakes, challenges, lessons and love. Prepare yourself, you have no idea what you have just gotten yourself into.
Note: Thank you in advance for taking the time out to read this. It's a work in progress, which basically means I have no idea how often I can post. But hopefully with your support I'll find the strength to get at least one chapter up per week. I hope you enjoy this story and please when you're done review. The beginning of the story is told in first person and then it changes when we get to the actual story. Sorry if its confusing but I think you will catch on.
Chapter 10 ~ I Finally Saw The Light
I thought a lot about Rons dream that day, and the next day and the day after that. It had become a part of my waking soul, all I could think about was if George and I should try and be together…and it had completely occupied my entire life. It was funny too because George hadn't spoken to me since that night, almost a week had passed and no owl tapped at my window. But I couldn't get him off my mind…it had gotten so bad I botched up a file at the Ministry…yes I Hermione Granger made a mistake. Emily noticed my lack of concentration and suggested I take the next week off to sort out my head. And that's what I did…I sat around the apartment and thought about George. Should we try and work through it…should we just forget it? It was confusing and frustrating all at the same time. The real reason I wanted to keep it a secret was because I was sacred of commitment…I didn't want my heart to be broken if I could avoid it… but finally I came to my senses. I shouldn't try to make everyone happy…I should be happy for me…and only me, and I would never know what it felt like to be committed if I didn't even give it a chance. That day a bright light flashed in my eyes…and for the first time I finally admitted to myself that I loved George…I wanted to be with him, I wanted the entire world to know…and he had the right to know it.
" Morning Ginny. " Hermione smiled as she stepped out of her room. " I cant stay for breakfast this morning, I have something very important to do. " slinging her bag over her shoulder she headed for the door.
" Hermione, I haven't seen you this happy in almost a week! " Ginny put down the frying pan and followed her to the door. " Tell me what this sudden mood change is all about…" she smirked and leaned against the doorframe.
" Well actually if things go well today, I'll be able to tell you as soon as I get home. " Hermione grinned and stepped out of the apartment.
" Oh Hermione! You're going to keep me in suspense all day? " Ginny whined, and stomped her foot on the ground.
" You bet! " she smirked and turned to walk away. She heard the door close behind her with a final loud huff from Ginny and then a huge clatter from behind the door.
" Rusty!!! My breakfast!! " Ginny screamed loud enough for Hermione to hear her down the block.
Hermione smiled excitedly as she walked down the street towards Diagon Alley. Her stomach flipped with a bit of nervousness, but she knew that once it was off of her chest every thing would be fine. Or at least she hoped. Pulling her cloak tighter around her shoulders she sighed. The seasons were passing so quickly, and before she knew it the holidays would be upon her. The holidays were her favorite time of the year. Everyone was cheery and pleasant and it made her heart warm with the holiday spirit.
Diagon Alley was rather quiet when she finally entered town. A few random customers wandered the streets stopping to talk or looking at the elaborate window displays. Hermione walked passed each one of them and turned the corner. The sign for the shop still wasn't up, after all the twins hadn't even picked a name yet. There was a light on in the front window and Hermione took a deep breath. There was no turning back now…and with all of her confidence in place she pushed the front door open.
" Sorry were closed. " said a voice from the back room. It was George's voice; she knew it right away. Her voice caught in her throat and she remained silent. " Excuse me, but were closed. " George said again emerging from the back room. " Oh…" his voice trailed off as he looked at Hermione.
" Who is it George? " Fred called from the back.
" No one…don't worry about it. " George replied, not taking his eyes off of her. " What are you doing here? " he asked, narrowing his eyes.
" You haven't owled…I was wondering how you were? " she took a step closer and shook her head. " Actually that's a lie, I know your fine…I asked Ron the other day…what I really came here for was to… "
" Don't bother Hermione…I told you, I cant do this anymore, I cant hide things…." He dropped the box he was carrying on the floor, and walked towards her.
" No George let me finish…" she took a deep breath and looked him in the eyes. " I was a complete git for not seeing it before, I guess my problem was…I guess it was more then ruining a friendship…I was scared, scared to death of committing my life to someone. I know it sounds silly but the thought terrified me. And then I thought about our argument, and became engulfed in my own pity…"
" What are you trying to prove her Hermione…" George sighed and brushed the hair out of his eyes.
" Im trying to tell you…"
" Spit it out already! " he spat, growing impatient
" Im trying to tell you Im falling in love with you, you twit!" She hollered back in retaliation
" Oh….well why didn't you say something? " he smirked
" Oh George, " shaking her head a small smile curled onto her face, " I don't care who knows about us anymore, I realized that if my friends aren't happy with what I want then they aren't my friends…and I want you George. I want you more and more with each passing second." She smiled
" Ive been waiting for you to come to your senses. " he grinned and pulled her tight against him. Pressing his mouth down onto hers, they became lost inside each other's kiss.
" Hey George where did you put- " Fred stopped short after exiting the backroom. " Um…did I miss a memo or something? When did…how long have…forget it… " Fred rolled his eyes and went back inside the backroom. " You know you're on the clock George….don't expect to be paid this week. " Fred called from the back.
George pulled back away from Hermione and grinned. " It's worth it…" he smiled and began kissing her over and over again.
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Hermione skipped home merrily after she left the shop. Her and George had made plans to inform everyone at the next family party. It was scary, but it was worth it. She wanted to show George how much she really did care. Upon approaching the apartment Hermione thought of the different ways to tell Ginny.
' Shes a sensible girl, I mean shes dating Draco…she will understand. ' Hermione thought opening the front door.
" Hey Gin, Im home. " she called, closing the door behind her.
" So….Tell me, what happened? Whats the big news you've been keeping from me? " Ginny ran into the sitting room excitedly.
" Well everything went perfectly! " she sighed in a dreamy way.
" Yes, and…"
" And we have a date tomorrow night…" Hermione cooed with delight.
" Oh, so it was about a guy! What else…"
" Well, you have to promise not to be upset when I tell you who it is…" Hermione fidgeted with her hands.
" Oh for Merlins sake just tell me! I need to know… I yearn to know…" she cried over dramatically.
" All right his name is George….Weasley….Im dating your brother Gin…" Ginny stood there a moment and finally a smile came to her face. " Oh good Im glad it doesn't bother you…." Hermione sighed.
Ginny looked at Hermione, gave a laugh and passed out on the floor.
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