Disclaimer: I in no way shape or form own any characters, real people or places you may recognize in this story. However if I did I would be a very rich woman.

A/N I just wanted to say that I hope you are all not disappointed that there was no sex scene. In my opinion, I don't think I could have written one that hadn't been used before. Obviously everyone one of here has an imagination or we wouldn't be able to get in to these fan fictions so much. So I say to you my dear readers, use that imagination that everyone has been blessed with. I'm sure that whatever I came up with just couldn't compare. This is going to be a pretty long author's note. I am quite disappointed. I am almost done with this story. I only have to type this one and two others. However, I only have 9 reviews? 4 total reviewers. Are people just reading this and not commenting or is no one actually reading it. Please review if you are reading. I hope to see more soon.

Now enough of my shameful begging, on to the story.

Chapter 14

Visions

"Why me," he asked.

"Because I wanted to give you the most precious gift that I had to offer. It was the only way that I could show you how much I loved you. Now I need to collect on that favor you owe me."

"Anything Hermione, all you have to do is ask."

"Have absolutely no regrets. That is all I ask. Now my lessons are complete. The rest is up to you."

Draco knew what Hermione wanted him to say. He just couldn't say it yet. He had never had this feeling before and he needed to know. He had to be sure.

Suddenly Hermione jumped up. "Draco we forgot about the Orenda."

"Your right, I guess we should get to it then."

Both got dressed and headed out to the common room.

Once they had everything up Hermione began to explain the process to Draco.

"The instructions say to mix these herbs together, put them in the bowl of the Orenda and light it. You would then inhale like you would a muggle cigarette I guess."

"Well its now or never," he said.

He followed her directions and inhaled several times. All of a sudden he was slammed by visions. He saw himself standing side by side with Harry, rasping the dagger that Hermione had given him. The scene quickly changed, showing almost nothing of the final battle.

He saw Hermione. She was sitting on the ground holding a little girl. No one needed to tell him that this was his daughter. She had his silver blonde hair and eyes the exact shade as his.

They were staring at something. Draco realized that it was a gravestone. He couldn't read the name on it; but he knew. The tears that Hermione was crying in the scene were for him. There was so much sorrow surrounding the area. He didn't believe it could be anyone else.

He jerked his eyes open and searched for Hermione.

"Draco," she said. "What did you see?"

"It doesn't matter, Hermione. Just know that I am willing to do what I must.

I love you Hermione Granger."

The next day the entire group gathered in the headmaster's office. Dumbledore asked everyone for their answers. Everyone swore their allegiance to the Light side, including Pansy and Blaise. When it came time for Draco to answer, Hermione felt her breath catch. She didn't know what his answer would be. She hoped to hear that he would join them; but after his vision she wasn't sure.

Draco turned an unwavering gaze towards her.

"I pledge my allegiance to the side of the light. I accept my role and will fulfill it to the best of my ability. I will fight beside the 'savior' and rid this world of the Dark Lord."

"Very well," said Dumbledore. "Everyone in this room has sworn their loyalty to the light. Here is what must be done."

Once everyone was in agreement of the plan they stood to leave.

"I ask that the six of you stay behind."

Draco, Hermione, Harry, Pansy, Ginny and Blaise all sat before the headmaster.

"Each of you have pledged your love to the other in some way last night. When you did this you formed an unbreakable circle. Because of this the light should be victorious."

They listened intently while Dumbledore spoke. When he was done Hermione burst into sobs.

"Ahh, Ms. Granger. I see that you understand more fully than the others. I ask that you explain this to them."

Hermione led them all to her and Draco's common room.

Everyone sat in silence not sure what to say.

Harry broke the silence. "What is going on Hermione?"

She wiped her eyes and spoke.

"I want to show you all something." She removed the dagger Draco had given her and laid it on the table. Ginny looked at it then laid an exact replica next to it. Next Harry did the same. Draco slid his out and laid it next to the Gryffindors. Blaise and Pansy followed.

"What is the meaning of this?" Ginny asked.

Hermione began to explain. "The spell we must say to defeat Voldemort is a very powerful one. These daggers will harness this spell completing our circle. I don't want to know what would happen if we all did this spell now but I want to give you a demonstration." She handed Draco his dagger, grabbed hers and walked across the room. She instructed Draco to raise the blade into the air while saying the spell in unison with her.

Con la lamierina di questo dagger e l'amore nel mio cuore, mi dò sopra alla luce.

They repeated it over and over until suddenly a bright green light erupted from Dracos dagger, and a scarlet one from Hermiones. She nodded at Draco and he lowered his dagger. She did the same. They both fell to the ground exhausted.

Harry and Blaise ran over and helped the two to the couch. When Hermione had recovered, she began to speak. "This spell is so powerful that it requires a lot of magic. If too much is used, one or all of us could die. I know that I am willing to give my life for everyone in this room; but I will understand if any of you are not."

They all assured her that they too were willing to make that sacrifice.

"Okay now let's get our plan together. Dumbledore said that the Death Eaters are mobilizing and will be here before the New Year. We don't have much time."

Harry spoke next. "Julianne and Allen will be in charge of disposing of Bellatrix," Harry spat her name, "and Malfoy." He looked over, "Sorry Draco."

"Don't be Potter. My father is a bastard who tried to ruin mine and my mother's lives. He also disgraced the family name by following scum."

Harry nodded. "Ron, Snape, Lupin and Dumbledore will be in charge of distracting and fighting the other death eaters. Narcissa and McGonagall are in charge of any students who are still here. Molly is taking care of the hospital wing as well as Madam Pomfrey. Everyone else will help where they are needed. While all this is going on we must find Voldemort. Hopefully he won't see us until the spell is in full force. Dumbledore will cast a protection spell over us; but it will not hold forever. You can be sure Tom will be casting his strongest spells upon us. Our timing will have to be perfect. We only have one chance to get this right. Does everyone understand?"

Everyone nodded. They spoke for a few more minutes and then the four left.

Once everyone was gone Hermione started to cry again.

Draco gathered her into his arms telling her it would be ok.

"Did you see the outcome Draco?"

"No, I didn't. I wish I could tell you that we won; but I just don't know."

He picked her up and led her into the bedroom. They slept until morning.

The next day everyone acted as if nothing was going on. Pansy Draco and Blaise sat at the Slytherin table trying not to look at the Gryffindors that they loved. Draco put his hand in to his pocket grasping the handle of his dagger. Just holding it was comforting. He thought to himself about how much he loved Hermione. He lifted his head and looked towards the Gryffindor table when he heard a gasp. His eyes locked with hers and she tapped her head. He wondered to himself if she heard him and he saw her nod her head.

Amazed at this he sent her a message.

'Wrap your hand around your dagger and think something.'

'I love you too Draco.' He heard her voice loud and clear in his head.

'Draco can you hear what I am saying?'

'Every word darling, this is fantastic.'

Pansy looked at Draco and mouthed, 'what is going on?'.

Draco leaned over and whispered in her ear. She nodded. The next time he looked at the Gryffindor table Harry was blushing. He looked back to Pansy and she was smirking. Harry starting talking to Ginny and next thing he knew Blaise burst out laughing.

Hermione thought that this was going to be interesting.

'Sure is Granger, sure is."

All day long the six of them experimented with their new found magic. They soon realized that they could speak to each other as long as they concentrated on that person.

Over the next few days everyone went about their business, getting ready for the final battle.

Two days before New Year Dumbledore arranged for Harry and Pansy, Ginny and Blaise to spend some 'quality time together'. They wouldn't be able to chance it after that.

That evening Draco received and owl.

Dearest Son,

Your time has come. Your mother may have betrayed me; but I know that you will not. You will stand by my side tomorrow. Ours plans are to arrive at 10:30 that evening. We will be in control of Hogwarts by the New Year. You will know when we arrive. Prepare to battle by my side.

Lucuis Malfoy

"Draco, what's wrong?" Hermione asked.

"The battle will begin at 10:30 tomorrow night. Lucuis has demanded that I join him when they arrive."

"We have to tell Dumbledore," she said.

"No Hermione, I am not giving up even one moment with you tonight. It may be our last. I will contact Potter, he can deal with it."

Draco grabbed his dagger and concentrated on Harry.

'Potter, final battle will take place tomorrow evening at 10:30. Tell Dumbledore. We will see you in the morning.'

In his mind he heard, 'say no more.'

Draco pulled Hermione to him.

"Hermione Granger you have taught me how to love. Thank you. Now let me show you all I have learned."

"Draco wake up. We need to go. Its time to get ready."

"Please Hermione, just one more time?" He winked at her.

"Absolutely not, Draco Malfoy. Now get dressed we will have all day tomorrow."

She went to her room to finish getting ready.

Draco stared after her sorrow filling his heart. "How I wish you right, Hermione," he whispered.

All day long plans were made. The students were oblivious to any of the going ons. At 9:00 that evening, Dumbledore declared an emergency curfew. Once all the students were in their common rooms, wards and spells were put into place. No communication of any kind could leave or come in. They were taking no chances this evening.

The time was fast approaching. Everyone was on their guard. When the clock chimed 10:30 they all looked to the grounds. Death eaters appeared everywhere.

A/N Translation for the spell.

It was written in Italian.

'With the blade of this dagger and the love in my heart, I give myself over to the light.' I hope you enjoyed.