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Their apartment was not round or square shaped as they had initially assumed it would be. It was in fact in the shape of a hexagon and rather large. They entered into a cosy common room. There was a two seater couch with two armchairs at either side of it all in front a large fireplace which had a golden lion on it. The couch and armchairs were not red though. As a change they were teal in colour and Hermione loved the soothing colour. In fact she thought they reminded her a bit of Fred's eyes which made her blush terribly. There was a nice cosy furry rug in front of the fire which was gold in colour. Hermione noticed with a huge frown that there was nowhere to study in here and sighed deeply.
A door behind Fred led them into a guest bathroom which contained a small shower, sink and toilet. It was simple but well stocked. He was so nervous as he glanced at Hermione and saw her roll her eyes and sigh in annoyance about something but to him it didn't appear as though he was the cause of it. She walked forward towards one door and pushed it open. Inside it contained a kitchen dining room which had a note on the counter for them to read.
Dear occupants,
Here you have your kitchen and dining room. This is where you will dine on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. On these days you will not be expected to attend your meals in the great hall but may do so if you prefer. It is advised however that you take these days to eat here in your apartment and get know one another better this way. You will find the pantry is fully stocked for snacking and indeed proper meal cooking. If you have a house elf he or she will be delighted to prepare you, your meals here. You must get your own snacks and to any muggleborn students reading this notice, if a house elf does not have your magic to bond with they die. They are symbiotic creatures and love to work for us in return for our magical bond. The nicer you are to a house elf the nicer they can converse with you and others. I just thought I would leave this piece of information in here so Purebloods and Muggleborns may be on the same page of understanding where house elves are concerned. Remember empathy goes a long way and is something both parties are expected to show one another. Do not jump to conclusions or think only you know everything as that will be disastrous for all involved. If you need any further assistance please see me in my office.
Signed, Headmaster Dumbledore.
Hermione looked around at the space actually happy with how pleasant it looked. The walls in here were painted a nice sage green and it brightened up the whole place. There was one door in here which they entered ending up in their bedroom, both of them coughing and looking around awkwardly. It was a very large bedroom essentially the size of their old dorm rooms with one double four poster in the middle of it. To one side was a dressing table for Hermione to use and there was a chaise longue in Gryffindor colours at the foot of the bed. There were two simple bedside lockers beside the bed. There was one big window which looked out over the quidditch pitch and excited Fred a lot for reasons he was ashamed of right now.
He loved being able to see the quidditch pitch from his room at all times. It meant he could spy on the other teams from time to time. Part of him also thought that being intimate with Hermione by the windows would be hot as hell but he was ashamed because he knew she wouldn't go for it. She'd be so annoyed with him for thinking that like that or so he assumed at any rate. At that moment Hermione was having exactly the same thought except she was thinking of charms which could be used so you could see out but no one could see in. He looked at her stunned at her blush as it was an intense one. He wondered what she was thinking but didn't ask her.
None of them had even spoken yet because they felt so awkward about the whole thing. He was a few years older than her and didn't really know her all that much. He knew only what she showed to everyone else but didn't know her deeply at all something he didn't like. He wanted to know her deeply. He wanted to know what she truly thought of things and pick her brain. He wanted to know the parts of her which no one else ever saw. His ear tips were scarlet red now and he just hoped she didn't notice as he'd be even more embarrassed then.
Going through the door on the right hand side of the fireplace they entered a large walk in closet which already had all of their stuff laid out on either side thanks to Lolly. Hermione was relieved she didn't have to unpack her bags as well as her feelings. The door from here led into a huge master bathroom. There was a massive tub for two, a walk in shower, a toilet and a his and hers sink section. It was actually very cute. Once they exited the bedroom and kitchen they found the last room dedicated solely for homework and study. It had a desks and comfy couch for reading. Hermione was outraged at a notice on the wall which said homework could not be done anywhere else in the apartment. The common room was solely for relaxation something she didn't do much of at all.
She just often got so engrossed in her books that time ran away from her. It wasn't her fault. She didn't want to be like that though and was hoping Fred would be able to help her relax without it needing to always involve sex as she knew how relaxing that was already. Last year she'd been invited to a neighbourhood party and after one too many drinks had slept with a boy from her neighbourhood. It had been so good that they'd done it a few more times and she did love sex but that's all it ever was for either of them and they both knew it too. She didn't love this guy and the feelings were mutual. They both needed release and it was a case of being there at the right time and nothing more.
After exploring the space thoroughly they both sat down in front of the fire staring into it. Finding his courage from somewhere deep inside him Fred spoke.
"Hermione this marriage law is far from ideal but I would be lying if I said I was not happy and relieved that I was matched with you. At least I can grow to love you and what's more you're gorgeous. I know that sounds shallow but you are gorgeous inside and out. I can't help but comment on what I see" he said as she glanced at him tears in her eyes. He was confused by them. He'd always hated crying women but he wasn't as vile at handling them as Ron was. Ron couldn't properly handle a crying woman if you paid him to. In fact Ron would probably end up crying himself just from the stress of it alone.
"This is such a mess. I'm so relieved it's you. I mean it could have been an evil man couldn't it? I was so scared oh Fred!" she said leaning forward and clutching him in a deep hug as she sobbed. He rubbed her back soothingly having seen his mum do the same thing to Ginny whenever she cried. It worked as Hermione seemed to relax carefully before detangling herself from his arms.
"I'm so sorry I soaked your shirt. I'll clean it I swear. I really need to not be such a mess. We'll be ok won't we Fred? We'll make this work won't we?" she asked nervously her hands trembling a bit. He reached over and took her hand.
"I'm a man and have urges like everyone else but I promise you here and now we do everything at your pace. We'll work out for sure so long as we both try and don't turn petty. As you know I love to have a laugh and George and I intend to open our joke shop after school but I do have a deep and serious side to me as well that I hope to be able to show you. When I love or care for someone they are the only one I ever think about and nothing else ever matters. I really appreciate you!" he said passionately as she felt herself swoon a little bit. The way his voice had turned all deep and brooding at the end of his speech was sexy as hell even though it probably shouldn't have been.
"Thank you Fred. I feel honesty really is the best policy so I'll just come out and tell you that I'm no longer a virgin!" she blurted out before she could think or stop herself. Suddenly Fred looked very distant indeed.
"Which one of them was it? Harry or Ron?" he asked stunned as she gagged almost throwing up before she managed to stop herself actually throwing up.
"Who the hell have you been talking to Fred? What have people been saying about me behind my back?" she demanded furiously. He himself was now mad as he didn't feel she had the right to be angry.
"Well everyone in Gryffindor was saying it before and well Ron didn't say anything at all and because of, that many people started saying you guys had slept together. When people asked him he just blushed and refused to answer either way. He looked very guilty indeed!" he snapped angry at her.
"I'll kick Ron from here to Diagon Alley, I swear I will. It wasn't him I was with, but a boy in my neighbourhood at home. I view Harry and Ronald as the two brothers I never had and could never sleep with them. I am disgusted he couldn't have just said nothing ever happened between us. What are you so mad for anyway it's not my fault your brother is an idiot at times. So long as you're not an idiot like him we'll be fine. Besides, um, you look way better than he does!" she said as Fred sighed deeply and punched a cushion beside him.
"I was so bloody mad at him for that. He was so damn smug too. He wouldn't tell anyone anything and liked having this secret even if it turns out that the secret is that he did nothing. Harry laughed it off calling people crazy for thinking he could ever do that to his sister in all but blood. So you really think I look better than Ron eh?" he said as she sighed in frustration.
"Ugh men! Yes you do alright but Frederick don't go getting a big head on me. The last thing I need is you being all cocky and serious. I think the best option here is to use the truth oath so we can get everything honestly out in the open now. It really is the best way forward. We can ask each other questions, and you can ask me first. I won't be offended no matter what you ask me I promise!" she said waving her wand and casting the truth oath over them both. This would be intense for sure.