Leather and Libraries
Chapter 6 – More To It
Summary: After an incident in the library, Draco and Hermione start to find they have more in common than just books
Disclaimer: I don't own Harry Potter and al that fabulous stuff, only the plot and one character! Oh woe it me! :(
AN: Finally, chapter 6! Enjoy!
Hermione Granger walked down the corridor on that Sunday morning, smiling to faces she knew but never stopping for a mind-numbingly conversation. You may have thought that she'd be going to the usual place that had become one of her havens. But instead, she walked past the oak doors that led to the library and carried on down corridors, up spiralling staircases and found herself in a haven known to certain people-
The Hidden Deck. It was quiet simply, a place where N.E.W.T.S students would go to have somewhere to prepare for homework or tests in peace. Not many knew of it, and even if they did it would only be used for midnight lovers who want some peace.
Hermione walked through the archway and soaked in the lazy morning sunshine. She sighed blissfully and dropped her satchel on a beanbag and leaned over the balcony railing, looking over the beautiful landscape.
Snapping back to reality, she picked up a cup of wonderful coffee that regularly topped itself up and stayed hot. Holding the cup in her hands, she got some Charms books out of her bags along with some parchment and a quill and inkpot.
Hermione began writing down quotes or useful notes that would help with her project. She had been calling it that since it was assigned, but now with added emphasis. He had crossed the biggest line at that moment, making her actually believe it was more than a kiss!
'Of course it wasn't anything more,' Hermione thought. 'He's Malfoy for heaven's sake, he loves winding you up in any way possible.' She let out a groan of annoyance, slamming the book shut.
"Stupid Malfoy playing childish mind games!" Hermione shouted, leaning back in her chair. "If he tries anything more I'll be sure to send a hex his way," But as she played with her necklace, she knew it would not be so easy. Whenever she had been kissed, it was as though her heart melted and she was giving herself entirely to a single soul.
"Must be something to do with my lack of practice," Hermione laughed, knowing too well that boyfriends did not go smoothly with her schedule.
She sat there, her mind filling with memories of her past 'experiences' for at least half an hour, until an eagle soared swiftly in and landing on top of a high armchair. Knowing that only a handful of people would have such a lavish bird, she whittled it down to one –
"Malfoy," Hermione muttered, rolling her eyes. She walked over to the bird and took a letter off its leg. Sensing her rudeness, the bird pecked her hand hard, causing Hermione to curse the stupid bird.
"Only someone as obnoxious as him," Hermione said, opening the letter that was addressed to 'Girl':
To Her Granger
First of all, I do not make a habit of sending apology letters to girls, they usually do that. However, since you are being annoying and I need to get this project done, I suggest you reply with where you are.
Draco Lucius Malfoy.
Hermione scoffed at this letter and was almost tempted to burn and forget about it but instead, a mischievous grin crossed her face and she replied:
On the highest mountain,
In a hidden valley,
There you will find me.
Hermione Jane Granger.
Quite pleased with her artistic concept – creative writing was never her strong point – she gave the letter back to an impatient bird and watched it fly away.
Hermione heard footsteps and immediately sat in her chair with the nearest book, not looking up at Draco Malfoy who had entered and not seeming particularly amused.
"Your late," She stated, still reading.
"It was you who gave me a pathetic riddle," Draco snapped, sitting across from her.
A smile formed on her lips. "More fun. How did you know about this anyway?"
"Have you forgotten Pansy Parkinson is in your class?"
"Eugh! Spare me the details."
A silence followed, both of them just staring at each other, trying to pick at the other's thoughts.
"So are we going to get started?" Draco said, breaking the ice.
"I believe there's a sorry still to be given?" Hermione said, standing up and putting her hands on her hips.
Draco looked thoughtful for a moment before answering, "No."
"Goodbye then."
Hermione picked up her bag and walked away, but was stopped by a hand clutching hers, forcing her to spin around.
"Fine, I'm sorry for being horny and an idiot Granger," Draco said quietly and sincerely. 'But I'm not sorry for the kiss,' He added to his collection of thoughts.
She tilted her head and nodded. "Apology accepted. In addition, it's Hermione." She held her hand out, starting a truce.
"Draco." He shook her hand and stood there, looking at her.
"So come on, let's get this project done – Draco." They laughed.
"It's going to take some time."
AN: Sorry it's so short there's not much I could do in this chapter with everything that's going on. Okay, none of you probably realised why this chapter was delayed big time so I'll explain – my great-grandmother passed away and I took it really bad and I had to be the bigger sister to my brother. In addition, school has given me a crap report so my computer time has been cut down.
I'm already half way through chapter 7, so that's all good! Keep an eye out in my bio for updates on my stories!
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