Quintessence
A/N: How'd ya like the last chapter! Your gonna find out how everything blows over in this one. Some fluff, so if you don't like it, well too bad. Not too much though. I can't wait until the 18th of November! Does anybody know why that day is so special? You all should know! I'll tell you in the end of chapter note! On with the story!
Disclaimer: I do not own any characters, movies, songs, or phrases mentioned in this story. But you'll love the plot I made!
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Ch 9 One of These Days
Hermione cupped her cheek in her hand and screamed in pain. Ron stood in shock, and Harry backed away, pleased with himself.
"Hermione!" Draco screamed as he ran over to her, kneeling in front of her.
Draco looked up and you could see the anger coming out of Draco. He got up, stood in front of Harry, and spoke only these words to him ever again
"If you ever, mark my words, every, touch my girlfriend again, I swear your life will be a living hell. She turned you down because she is with me, and always will be. Even Weasel doesn't sink this low. And I expected more from wonder boy. If you tell anybody about this, then you will also be tortured along with me and Hermione when my father finds out. If you love her this much, then you might as well not tell anyone, because you will get Hermione and yourself hurt. So mark my words, Don't.Touch.My.Girl."
He ran back to Hermione and pulled her into a hug. "Sshhh, it's going to be OK, Potter's just jealous. SSshhh" He cooed into her ear, rubbing her back.
"I don't e-even have w-words to explain this!" She squeaked sobbing harder.
"Don't worry 'bout it. Just let this blow over and we'll talk about it." He whispered into her ear.
Ron stepped up to Hermione from behind and whispered, "I am so sorry Hermione. I had no idea. You know I wouldn't do something like this. If I had known I would have stopped him. Please, accept my apology. I didn't know." Ron whispered quickly as he followed Harry.
Draco stood up, bringing Hermione with him.
"How about we pay for this, and go take a walk up to the castle?" Draco asked, giving a small smile.
"Sure," Hermione sniffled.
Draco left the money on the table and walked over to Hermione. He snaked his arm around her waist and walked her out of the restaurant.
"So, do you want to talk about what happened?" Draco asked cautiously.
"Sure. I never thought Harry would do that to me." Hermione said raising her voice.
"Ssh love, no yelling, just a civilized conversation." He replied.
"Well, I just never thought of Harry as being a madman who can't control his temper." She sighed
"Hermione, did you just notice that you admitted to Harry's crazy personality and his inflated ego?"
Hermione snorted, "Your ego is just as inflated. But I never would have taken Harry as someone who would do that." She said letting out a sniffle.
"Please don't start crying, I get a really bad feeling in the pit of my stomach, and I just feel bad that I can't do anything." He whispered.
"You can't do anything, but I'm glad that your trying. And that feeling is called guilt." She replied matter-of-factly.
"Well, excuse me for feeling bad for my girlfriend. I thought I was supposed to do that. But if you don't want me to worry, then I'll shut up."
"So you can't take a joke, eh? Well, I'll have you know, I love when your concerned over me, I feel protected."
"That brightens things up. Speaking of bright, let's drop the whole incident back at the restaurant. IF you want of course, it's your choice. You did after all get slapped." The minute those last words came out, he regretted them when he saw Hermione cry.
He pulled her into a hug. "Please don't cry, I wasn't joking when I said it make's me feel bad. I promise you, Potter will pay dearly for this," He said, anger practically dripping from his mouth.
"Just please, I'm gonna have to get used to my former best friend slapping me. I only have you, Ron, and Ginny." She sniffled.
"I like your choice of order, love." He chuckled.
"Well, you are always first." She giggled.
"I actually prefer little redhead first. Weasel is still a threat in my book. But after he came over and apologized like that, he's moving up the scale." He replied sincerely.
"You actually consider Ron a friend?" She asked, eyes bright with excitement.
"No, more like an acquaintance. But he's getting there." He answered, smirking.
"Oh,"
"Tell him that more gestures like that, and he's ok with me." He added hastily, noting the hurt in her eyes.
"Don't worry about it, you've been at each other's throats for years. I don't expect you to become best buds. Only time will heal." She whispered.
"Well, look at what time healed for us," He whispered into her ear.
"I guess your right," She giggled, nearly melting in his arms.
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Hermione awoke the next day very comfortable and warm in a pair of strong arms. She tried to move without waking the sleeping person, but she just quit and relaxed in his arms.
"Are you awake?" Draco asked.
"Yes." She smiled. Then her eyes bulged.
"Did we-?" She asked, hyperventilating.
"I think you would have noticed, you weren't drunk. Plus, I would never take advantage of you." He replied a little hurt.
"Sorry, I just wanted to reassure myself. I'm just not used to waking up in someone's arms without a reason."
"Well, my reason was because I get to see your beautiful face. How 'bout yours?" He asked smirking.
"Well, your lovely face is also good, and that chest." She replied, taking fake notes.
Draco kissed the top of her head lovingly. "How 'bout we spend the day together. Maybe go shopping in Hogsmeade. We do have to start planning that bloody Halloween ball." He suggested, annoyed at the thought of planning.
"Well, before we shop, we should choose the party theme, so we can get decorations, and then we can get the band and food." She added, smiling.
"I think we should have...a costume ball?" He suggested.
"Nah. I've been to way to many. How about a masquerade?" She asked, eyes bright.
"That sounds great. If you disguise yourself well enough, maybe we can go together?" He added hesitantly.
"I love that idea!" She cried, getting up and jumping up and down. " Nobody will know, and we can do whatever we want, which includes dancing the way we want." She smirked seductively.
"Well, I'm good with that idea. So, what do you say to shopping. Or do you want to do it alone so I'll be surprised?" He inquired, hoping she would surprise him.
"Well, you can come with me, but I'll go to a separate store and surprise you!" She exclaimed, running to him and giving him a warm hug.
Draco leaned down and gave a her long, innocent kiss on the lips. She smiled into the kiss.
"Ohh Draco," She replied dreamily.
"Say it again," He smirked
"Draco" She scolded, backing away.
"I was joking. I'm sorry." He replied sincerely. "You know I do things like that, I'm still learning to control it."
"Ok, Draco. Please learn a bit faster. You've always been a bit slow." She replied sarcastically.
"You're the one that said I shag Pansy for fun! Disgusting bitch." He muttered.
"I did not Draco Malfoy. I was joking anyways." She answered, hurt.
"I was joking before. Now we're even. Ha!" He screamed childishly.
Hermione gave him a kiss on the lips. Draco deepened it, but Hermione pulled away. Draco groaned. "Punishment for before, love. Now if you would be so kind, I need to shower so we can go to Hogsmeade." She giggled.
"You can't just start something and not finish it!" Draco whined.
"Oh, contraire, Draco, I can and I just did. Now be ready in an hour, I wanna get an early start."
"And I thought men were dominant." He muttered.
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Hermione and Draco were walking hand in hand on the streets of Hogsmeade, glancing at the things in the shop windows.
"Look at the dress. It is soooo lovely!" Hermione screamed girlishly.
"Calm down woman, and it is nice. But it would look better on you." He smirked raising an eyebrow.
"Yes, but I can't have it, you already saw it." She pouted.
"Well, then, let's split up, and meet at The Three Broomsticks. Pick something that doesn't fit your personality. Don't want word getting out that we're together." Draco suggested.
"Same with you, baby." She smirked. Then realization dawned on her. "What if Harry tells Draco!" She cried.
"He won't, I specifically told him not to. He looked like he just saw Voldemort after I was done." He replied, proud of himself.
"That doesn't matter. He's faced Voldemort before, and he doesn't fear anything. What if he tells!" She screamed, gathering the attention of the people around them.
"I'll pay him a visit and make sure he doesn't." He saidthrough gritted teeth.
"Ok. GO get your dress robes. I'll meet you in an hour or two." She said softly.
"Ok, love. Don't stress over this. Enjoy the shopping. And remember a mask!" He added as she walked away.
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Hermione stepped into the store and immediately, three ladies came up to her and bombarded her with questions.
"What do you need?"
"Anything special?"
"Hogwarts Ball, I presume?"
"Please, ladies. I just need to look around. I'm not in a rush." Hermione blushed, knowing she was being rude.
The three ladies walked away, hurt that they couldn't help anyone.
Hermione walked to the back of the store, every once in a while grazing her hands over a glittery dress or an extravagant gown. She walked to the very last aisle and fished through all the hangers, when a certain gown caught her eye.
She screamed in delight, "Draco will loooove this!"
She dashed into the dressing room to try it on.
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Draco walked into a very fancy store and peered around. The minute his family crest was noted, about five ladies sprinted to him, drooling over him.
"Mr. Malfoy, long time no see? How is dear Narcissa? And Lucius?"
"Please, right this way. We have a new shipment of dress robes. Anything for you."
Draco smirked at the royal treatment. "I'd like to look around on my own." He laughed, walking to the back of the store.
Out of the corner of his eye he saw them following him. "Will you stop bloody stalking me and get on with your life. I don't need your help!" He screamed, for the whole store to hear.
The clerksmen and attendants all left him alone after that, afraid he wouldn't buy anything.
Draco looked around and saw a handsome white robe calling his name.
"And that's the one" He gawked, picturing what Hermione would say.
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Hermione took a seat in the Three Broomsticks, waiting for Draco to come back from shopping. 'I can't believe he's taking longer than me.' She thought.
Her thoughts were cut short when she saw Harry approach her.
"Hermione, I came..." Harry was cut short when Hermione punched him square in the jaw.
She winced in pain as her knuckles started to turn black and blue. Harry was on the floor, scowling in pain.
"You deserved that. You don't just waltz up to your former best friend and slap her. The nerve of you!" She screamed, getting the attention of everyone. "If this place weren't public, I would hex you into the next century. I never want to see you again, Harry Potter. Stay out of my sight, and don't speak to Ron either, he was devastated. He's only following you because he doesn't want to cause trouble. Spare him the shame of being seen with you!" She cried, grabbing her bags, and leaving the bar.
'She will pay dearly, Hermione and Draco.' Harry thought, forming an evil smile.
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Hermione walked out of the bar, fuming with anger. She didn't even notice Draco as she walked even faster towards the castle.
"Hermione!" Draco screamed, running to her.
"Her-mi-on-e" Draco panted, catching up to her.
"Oh, I'm so sorry Draco." She apologized, helping him up, and giving him a kiss on the cheek.
"It's ok, what was the rush. The steam was pouring out of your ears." He chuckled.
"I ran into a certain someone. Harry, as a matter of fact. I gave him a hard punch in the jaw. He deserved it, the abusive little git." She muttered.
"Woah, woah woah!" Draco rambled, " You punched Wonder Boy? IN a public place, without a care in the world?" Draco asked.
"Yes, and it felt brilliant." She smirked.
"Well, I never thought this day would come. Is Weasel out of the picture too?" He asked, hoping it was yes.
"No!" Hermione cried, " You saw how Ron stood up for me, when Harry, ahem, hurt me. I would never just leave him after this. Especially since I only have one friend left, and a lovely boyfriend."
"Well, I guess civilized behavior can be arranged. Only for you though." He muttered.
"Really?" Hermione squealed with excitement in her eyes.
"Yes" He replied, receiving a huge hug around the neck.
"Thank you, thank you, thank you!" She screamed in between kisses.
"Thank you too!" He smirked, giving her a hard kiss on the lips.
"I can't wait 'till you see my dress. I will take your breath away."
"Don't flatter yourself love, I will take your breath away." He chuckled.
"Well, do you want to head back, you know, go to the common room and just talk?" She asked hesitantly.
"Um, what about?" He replied, hoping it wasn't anything serious.
"Well, we should get to know each other a little bit. I know every single one of your bad habits. How 'bout the good ones?" She giggled, jabbing him in the side with her elbow.
"Well, then same goes for me. But I have to stop at a store before we go. Can I meet you in the common room?" He suggested.
"What are you getting?" Hermione asked, hoping it was for her.
"Oh, nothing. You'll see." He smirked, walking away.
"I certainly hope so" She mumbled, walking back to the castle.
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Draco walked into the common room to find Hermione watching a movie on the muggle contraption. He smiled, knowing that she loved this thing, and he got just the surprise.
"I've got something you'll like." He teased, announcing his entrance.
"Oh, and what would that be?" She smirked, sauntering over to him, giving him a long kiss.
"Well, if you'd let me talk, maybe you'll find out" He said breaking the kiss.
"Show me! What is it!" Hermione cried, excited.
"I apparated into muggle London." He received a gasp from Hermione. "I stopped in a local store and saw the weird box things that you always put in that contraption" He explained, pointing at the television.
"You went into muggle London?" Hermione exclaimed.
"Yes I did, now be quiet for another minute so I can finish!" He snapped, laughing.
"Ok, OK" Hermione surrendered.
"I bought a couple that caught my eye, and I thought maybe you would like to watch them tonight, just the two of us." He suggested.
"Oh, that sounds wonderful Draco!" Hermione cried dreamily, throwing her arms around his neck.
"Why thank you" He smirked, leaning down and giving her a kiss on the lips.
"Shall we?" He asked, pointing at the couch.
"We shall" She giggled, popping the DVD in.
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Harry walked into the Gryffindor Common Room fuming with anger. He was still mad at what Hermione had done. He couldn't believe she had said all those things to him.
"Hey Mate" Ron greeted.
"Can you believe what she did to me Ron?" Harry asked annoyed.
"What? And who?" Ron reviewed, confused.
"Hermione! She stormed up to me in The Three Broomsticks, and punched me in the face. I was just trying to apologize for what I did, and she didn't let me finish." Harry screamed.
"I don't think you can apologize for what you did, it hurt her really bad. Emotionally." Ron mumbled.
"I don't give a damn. She's the one dating the enemy. She shouldn't even be near him!" Harry cried.
"Harry, you know you shouldn't have done that. Hermione is the only woman you have in your life." Ron said harshly
"So I'm not good enough to get a woman, eh Ron?" Harry asked.
"I'm just saying that you let your temper get in the way of your good judgment. Didn't you see how happy she was there? And Malfoy was happy too. You should have let them be. Harry, I hate to say it, but you sunk as low as Malfoy." Ron yelled, getting up and leaving through the portrait hole.
"I can't believe he's siding with him too!" Harry screamed at the top of his lungs, lunging a book into the fire. He watched it burn with a scowl on his face, thinking of possible hexes Malfoy must've put on Hermione.
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Draco and Hermione were curled up on the couch, watching 'The Amityville Horror'. Hermione had her head buried in Draco's chest because she was getting scared. He smirked, liking the way she was clinging for life on him.
"Are you scared Hermione?" Draco asked, knowing the answer.
"No" Hermione answered nervously. A huge crash was heard. Hermione screamed at the top of her lungs.
"Sssh, Hermione!" Draco exclaimed. "It's just the movie. People passing by are gonna think something is wrong!"
"I'm not scared!" Hermione cried, getting up and shutting of the television.
"Yes you are. Go up those stairs without turning the light on, and yell if you need help" He dared her laughing.
"Ok, I'll prove it to you!" She replied triumphantly.
She walked up the stairs very slowly, and when she got to the top, she whispered loudly, "Draco, can you turn on the light and come get me please?"
"Sure" Draco cooed.
"Oh stop it, normally I wouldn't be scared, I don't know what came over me." Hermione said, defending herself.
"Just admit that your scared," Draco teased turning the light on. Hermione sighed. "It will make you feel better." He said mockingly.
He walked over to her and scooped her into his arms. She sighed and wrapped her arms around his neck.
"Draco, do you think Harry really meant what he said, you know, that I shouldn't be with you?" Hermione asked hesitantly.
"Well, how do you feel when your with me? It shouldn't matter what Potter thinks." Draco spat annoyed.
"I feel...protected with you. I feel safe and warm, and I get butterflies every time I see you. I am happy just sitting with you and doing nothing. And I love talking with you, we come up with the weirdest conversation topics." She giggled.
Draco hugged her closer, smiling. "Is that how you really feel?" Draco asked.
"Yes, I love you Draco Malfoy."
"I love you to. From now on, no opinions from Potter." He smirked.
"I don't really care what he thinks. I just hope someone teaches him a lesson for what he did. And it better not be you." Hermione scolded.
"Fine, I was hoping you didn't say that." He mumbled.
"Can you tuck me in?" She pleaded, eyes bright like a little kid.
"Sure." He replied, kissing her cheek.
"I wish everything could be this surreal. I wish everyone could make me as happy as you do." She whispered dreamily.
"One of these days, I'm going to make you the happiest witch alive" He whispered, kissing her forehead as she drifted off to sleep.
"One of these days love, one of these days"
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A/N: How'd ya like? It has a lot of fluff, o well. It's my best shot, and my best chapter yet! Next time the Halloween ball, and lots of jealousy! Please read on, your gonna love the next chapter, so romantic. Anyways, enough about that. This chapter took me a couple days to write, so please appreciate it. I know you all do, please spread the word about this story! And the answer to the question, in case anybody is wondering, Goblet of Fire is coming out the 18th! You all better go see it!
Much love- - Gypsy