I told you I'd update soon! Hope you like this chapter. Well I don't own anything, so on with the story.

Sophia was dressed and fed by Draco, since Hermione didn't feel like waking up that cold and foggy morning.

"Daddy, what's wrong with mumma?" asked Sophia, as Draco tried to make breakfast.

"It's nothing princess. I guess it's a mummy thing." said Draco, putting a bowl of porridge on the table.

Sophia ate her food with honey and washed it down with a big cup of milk. Draco then hurried her to school, because she was a bit late.

" Nana and Pop are coming to pick you up today. Me and mum will pick you up later, be good." Said Draco through the window.

Sophia got up to the door and waved. Draco waved back and drove off. When he got home Hermione was in the shower and he decided to join her.

"Did Sophia get to school alright?" asked Hermione, washing her hair.

"Yeah. I told her what the plan was. So what are you getting checked on today?" asked Draco, washing in 'old spice' body wash.

"Just that Andrew is doing alright and I have to pick how I want to have him. That's about it." Said Hermione, rinsing all the soap off.

Hermione got out and got dressed while Draco stayed in the shower a bit longer. After both were ready the headed off in Hermione's white convertible with the hood up, of course.

(Doctors office)

"Hi Liza." Said Hermione sitting down and picking up a magazine.

Draco looked around the room questionably. He never liked going into any form of a doctor's office.

"Ok Mr. and Mrs. Malfoy Dr. Olsen will see you now." Said Liza opening up the door.

Hermione had to pull Draco into the room with her because he wouldn't go in. Dr. Olsen was sitting in her chair waiting for them to come in.

"Please have a seat. Hermione, if you would be so kind as to lie down for me please." She said, getting the monitor ready.

Hermione did as she was told and lifted her shirt halfway.

"So how have you been feeling?" she asked, her pen writing down Hermione's words.

"I'm alright. Just a bit more tired and I've lost a lot of taste for a few things. Like yogurt, I hate it now." Said Hermione, giggling because of the coolness of the gel.

Soon a picture appeared on screen, Draco came to have a better look and to hold Hermione's hand.

"This is your son. See his head and that is his spinal cord." Said Dr. Olsen pointing to the said parts.

"He's getting so big." Draco stated quietly.

Hermione smiled inwardly and looked at the picture. Hermione then got cleaned off and some pictures were printed.

"So do you know where you want to have him yet?" asked Dr. Olsen, taking control of the pen.

"Well I wanted to try a birthing center. I really thought it over a lot. And I'm pretty sure that's what I want." Said Hermione, now sitting next to Draco.

"That's a great choice. My oldest son was born in the one down the street, great place." Said Dr. Olsen, writing everything down.

They talked a bit more then the check up was over. A new one was scheduled for the week after Christmas.

(December, 2 days before Sophia's 6th birthday. Sorry about the jump, I don't want the story too long)

Hermione had grown a lot over the last few weeks. Her baby was due in 4 months and she could hardly wait.

(At Work, Sophia was at work with her because they had no school)

"Your daughter is simply precious." Said a customer when Hermione went to take their food orders.

"Thank you. She wasn't bothering you was she?" asked Hermione, worriedly.

"Never. Don't stress so much, you might go into premature labor. What is it going to be?" asked the lady.

"A boy. He's due in April." Said Hermione, when Sophia came up behind her.

"Hello mumma! Will gave me a quarter and I got gum from the machine." Said Sophia, skipping about.

"Tell him thank you and please stay away from the stoves." Hermione called after her.

Hermione finally took their orders and went to look for Sophia. But Betty stopped her.

"Chill out sweetie. A 23-year-old shouldn't have heart attacks. She's a little girl, let her have fun. Maybe she'll take a nap." Said Betty, at these words Andrew kicked.

"I think Andrew agrees with you. Has she told you what she wants for lunch yet?" asked Hermione, a hand supporting her back.

"I don't think she has. I thought I saw her talking to two guys outside with ginger and black hair." Said Betty going to another table.

Hermione quickly went outside and saw that Sophia was talking to Harry and Ron, who just got back from practice.

"Hey Hermione. You look like you haven't taken a good rest in a while." Said Ron.

"Well geez thanks. What are you guys doing here?" asked Hermione, leading them in.

" Well it's lunch, I'm hungry and one of my best friends works here." Said Harry, sitting at a table with Sophia and Ron.

Hermione laughed and took their orders. Soon Ron and Harry left and Sophia was napping on one of the tables, softened by blankets and pillows. Draco came by to help Hermione home.

(When Draco got home)

" Hi sweetie." Said Hermione, sitting on the couch watching TV with Sophia.

"Hi daddy! I had fun at mumma's work today!" exclaimed Sophia, jumping into her dad's arms.

Draco too sat down on Hermione's other side. They kissed hello and then sent Sophia upstairs. Draco kissed Hermione's jaw line and along her neck and then came back to her lips. But before going further Hermione questioned him.

"What did you do?" asked Hermione, cutting off the TV.

"Well Mr. Thirsten invited us over for dinner tonight and…I said…yes." Draco said waiting for the explosion.

Hermione ran this over in her mind and then jumped up.

"When do we have to be there. I have to give Sophia a bath and everything." Hermione stated frantically.

"Don't worry about it. Do what you need to do and I'll try and make pudding." Said Draco, going into the kitchen.

Hermione spent the next hour dressing herself and Sophia. By the end they were both dressed and Hermione was trying to pull Sophia's curly hair into a nice ponytail. The pudding Draco was trying to make was turning out all right except he added a bit too much whipped cream.

(The car)

"Ok no need to be nervous, he probably wants to congratulate you on a job well done." Said Hermione, playing with the zipper of her purse.

"Yeah, you're probably right. Everything will be just great." Draco stated, not sounding too sure of himself.

Soon they were at Mr. Thirsten's house. It resembled the Dursley home with a perfect square lawn and house. Draco went and knocked on the door while Hermione held the pudding and Sophia looked adorable. A nice well-rounded lady answered the door. They suspected her to be Mrs. Thirsten.

"Well hello. I'm Trista, dinners about ready. Please come in and make yourselves welcome." Said Trista, taking the pudding off Hermione's hands.

They walked into the warm living room with beautiful furniture and a nice fire blazing. Mr. Thirsten was waiting for them.

"Welcome Draco. Glad that you could bring your whole family." Mr. Thirsten said whole-heartedly.

Draco couldn't think of anything to say. His mouth had gone dry. Hermione decided to step in for him.

"Thank you for inviting us. Your home is simply beautiful." Hermione stated, looking around the room once more.

Trista came walking in and sat next to her husband.

"Draco, your wife and daughter are simply lovely." Said Trista, smoothening (I don't think that's a word, well it is now) her skirt.

"Thank you. This is Hermione and Sophia." Draco said point to the said people.

"Well, you're probably wondering why I've asked you over. It's a matter of your position at the office." Mr. Thirsten stated in a business tone.

"Is daddy getting into trouble?" Sophia asked her mother in a whisper.

"I don't know sweetheart. Let's hope not." Hermione answered back.

"We only have very few skilled employees working for the Daily Prophet. Some of them get noticed all the time and others we just have to let go."

"Mr. Malfoy, you're one of those people that have to get laid off. I'm very sorry to loose you." Said Mr. Thirsten.

"Why am I getting laid off sir? If that's ok to ask?" Draco questioned.

"So that you can move to Daily Prophet headquarters in Diagon Alley of course. You've been promoted." Said Mr. Thirsten happily.

Draco's attitude grew happier. He wasn't getting fired he was getting promoted! Hermione was also happy, she kissed him lightly and Sophia joined in the happiness.

"Thank you Mr. Thirsten. Thank you so much." Draco said, giving one of his rare smiles.

"I didn't do a single thing. They've read your papers and looked over your resume. They called me this morning and you start work next week, so you have the whole week off." Mr. Thirsten said with great enthusiasm.

Dinner was a lot more enjoyable now that the good news had been stated. There was a chicken, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, and rolls. Draco's pudding was also a success. Then the family's gathered in the living room again for small talk. Sophia rested in Draco's arms while the adults spoke. That dinner had gone just as expected. Hermione was right; there was nothing to worry about.

A/N: HEY, HEY, HEY! I TOLD YOU IT WOULDN'T BE THAT LONG. I HAVE FCAT WRITES TOMORROW (Tuesday, February 8, 2005). I HAVE TO WIRTE AN ESSAY AND ANSWER SOME LANGUAGE ARTS QUESTIONS. WISH ME LUCK.

-JENNIFER