Hermione turned and looked at her clock.
"Draco, we better get dressed and go upstairs. It's 3:00 and my parents don't even know that we are home yet," Hermione stated.
"But I wanna stay here next to you forever," he smiled. She gave him a playful jab in the side.
"C'mon," she said, getting up. She hauled on her undergarments and then hauled on her p.j's as Draco sighed and done the same. Then Draco put his arm around her waist as they walked upstairs. They found her mother and father in the family room. Meeshca was in her mother's arms, falling asleep.
"Hi. How was everything?" Hermione asked. Draco went over and picked Meeshca up. He kissed her and sat in an armchair.
"Everything was fine. She was a perfect angel. Your mother and I enjoyed our time with her," he said. He looked at Hermione and said, suspiciously, "Did you two just get home?"
"Actually, we've been home for awhile. We were just downstairs taking a nap and we didn't want to disturb you right away," she lied.
"Two letters came for you today honey. They're on the kitchen table," her mother said. Hermione nodded.
"I'll get them on the way back downstairs. Do you want us to leave Meeshca here with you for a while longer?" she asked.
"If you want to. It's up to you sweetie," her mother replied.
"Well, I guess we'll take her with us. I have some things that I want to talk to Draco about, so we're downstairs if you want anything."
"Sure darling. One thing before you go. Your father and I are planning on having dinner on the terrace. Would you like to join us?"
"Of course. See you in a bit."
Draco was still holding Michelle. The three of them went downstairs. Draco puts Meeshca in a car seat rocker (I dunno what they are called, so I will just call it a car seat from now on) and then joined Hermione on the bed.
"So, what did you want to talk to me about?"
"About our wedding," she started, "I was thinking that maybe we could have it here instead of at Hogwarts. I'm not into big weddings as much as I thought, and my cousin had a backyard wedding and it was beautiful!"
"Well, whatever you want goes. It's your special day. I just want it to be perfect," he said, giving her a sweet smile.
"I have a video of my cousin's wedding if you'd like to see it." He nodded and they both walked to the rec. room. Hermione found the video and popped it in. They watched the video with a few occasional "ohh's" and "ahh's"
"Wow, that was beautiful. I really like this backyard wedding idea," Draco said. By this time, it was 4 o'clock and they were having supper with her parents in an hour. She told Draco that they normally dress up a bit when they eat on the terrace, but he didn't have to, so he chose not to.
They both took showers and got dressed. Draco wore a pair of black Exco jeans and a black T-shirt. Hermione wore a pair of black casual bellbottomed pants and a white shirt with black trim. She walked over to her dresser and applied a touch of make-up. She also tied her hair back in a casual bun.
"How do I look," she asked Draco.
"You look stunning," he said.
Hermione smiled. She turned to leave when she noticed the letters on the bed that she brought down earlier. She decided to read them now and reply to them later. She opened the letter, which bore the Hogwarts crest on the envelope. She recognized the handwriting as being from Dumbledore. The letter read:

Mrs. Granger,
I have just returned from a staff meeting. Your name and position came up. The staff and I have discussed it and have come to the conclusion that, if you wish, you may stay home instead of returning to Hogwarts. Now, before you jump to the conclusion that you will not graduate, let me explain how this would work. If you decide to take this offer, we will have one of your professors come to your house twice a week in the evenings to teach you what you would be learning if you were attending classes. Kind of like a personal tutor. The same goes for Mister Malfoy. Your professor will make sure that you are staying on top of your schoolwork and you will have to do any assignments that are assigned in class. They will be given a copy of your exams which you will also do at home and you will then receive your grades by owl like everyone else. I know that this is a big decision and you need to think about it, but please send your reply as soon as you make a decision You have a lot of work to catch up on. Best of luck to make the right decision

Headmaster,
Albus Dumbledore
She finished reading the letter out loud, so Draco could hear it too.
"That's great Hermione. We can finish school here. We definitely need to take Dumbledore up on his offer," Draco said matter-of-factly.
"Yes, but I need to discuss this with my parents, and speaking of which, time we went to supper. I'll bring the letter with me and show them."
"Ok, let's go." They walked out to the terrace and joined her parents. Her parents had ordered French food from a corner restaurant two blocks away. Hermione and Draco sat opposite of Hermione's parents. As soon as they arrived, Hermione's mum motioned for them to eat.
"Mum, I have two thinks that I need to talk to you and dad about."
"We can discuss it later dear. Let's just enjoy this lovely meal," her mother said. They ate pretty much in silence, and when they finished, Hermione cleared everything with her wand since there was no dishes to be done. She was also anxious to talk to her parents. They all got up and walked to the family room.
"Mum, I received a letter from Professor Dumbledore. He said that I could finish school from home and so could Draco." She handed the letter to her mother and father. "Please read this and tell me what you think."
She watched her parents read the letter.
"Of course you can dear. That is, if you want to."
"Ok, so that's one think done and over with. Secondly, Draco and I have been talking and we've decided not to have the wedding at Hogwarts. Would it be ok for us to have a backyard wedding like Stephanie had?" she asked. Her father looked joyful.
"Anything you want baby. If Harry and Ron want to come to visit you anytime they can since you will continue your schooling at home." he said.
"Thanks dad. I need to go and write to Dumbledore," she said happily. She walked back to her bedroom, followed by Draco, and got a quill, a piece of parchment and ink. She wrote a quick note to Dumbledore telling him that they will both be staying home to be schooled. She then sent it with Draco's owl.
She noticed the letter from Harry and Ron and got it and read it.

Dearest Hermione,
How are you? We're good. We really miss you. When are you coming back? We need help with our Potions essay. Just kidding. Dumbledore said that we could visit you, but we didn't think you'd want us to come and miss school. We decided to ask you to see if it would be alright. Please write back and we'll be there in a flash.
With love
Harry and Ron
XOXOXO

Hermione asked Draco if he minded Harry and Ron coming. When he should his head no, she went and quickly wrote a letter to Harry and Ron, telling them to come. The letter read something like this:

Harry and Ron,
Of course I want you to come and visit me. I doubt if I'll be seeing you at school again. You're probably wondering what I mean by that. I'll explain it when you get here. It's something that I need to talk to you in person about. If you are apparating, apparate to my bedroom, cause if my parents see someone apparate in front of them, they would freak! Can't wait to see you here!
Love from
Hermione
XOXOXO
She sent the letter with her own owl.
"So, where are Harry and Ron gonna sleep? Surely you don't plan on letting them sleep in your bedroom," Draco said.
"No, they will either sleep in the guest rooms or I could put a bed in the rec. room because the couch folds out into a bed.
"Ok," was all he said.
"So, what do you wanna do now? Did you want to go over to Oliver's?"
"No, I have an idea. Why don't we get in the Jacuzzi and I'll give you a massage," he said seductively.
"Ok," she said. They immediately ran to her bathroom, They discarded their clothes on the floor as Draco filled up the Jacuzzi- style bathtub and got in. He turned on the nozzles that caused the water to bubble. Hermione got in after Draco and sank down in front of him. The water was extremely warm and relaxing. Draco he began massaging her shoulders then her back.
"Draco, you know where it feels good," she said.
"Ummhmm..." was his response.
"My turn," she said. She switched spots with Draco and began massaging down his back.
"This is really romantic, but you know what would make it more romantic?" he asked.
"What?"
"Dim lights and scented candles. Candles make it more relaxing," he said, romantically.
"Ok. I'll go get some. Hang on." She got out of the tub and wrapped up in a bathrobe. She opened the door and searched for some candles. "I know I have some somewhere." She continued searching for them. When she finally found them, she turned to go back to the bathroom when she heard a small "pop" and Harry and Ron apparated right in front of her. Ron was holding Jakes.