Chapter 4: But It's Better If You Do

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Author: Commando

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Hermione's throat ached. Her body ached. Her head ached. She wasn't in a good mood and she sure wasn't feeling good. She got up, coughing and sputtering, as she headed towards the bathroom to chug back water. Damn sickness, she thought.

She looked at her watch: 5:45am. It was early but Hermione knew she wouldn't be able to get back to sleep. She coughed harshly and turned on the tap for the shower. She stripped off her silky lingerie and stepped in. The hot water felt good against her chilled skin and she sighed as the water fell through her hair, relaxing her. She opened the bottle of her shampoo, slowly filling the room with the fragrance of flowers.

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Sitting in the back of Potions allowed Hermione to watch people and not be watched. Right now, she was watching Blaise carefully as he spoke to Malfoy. They were supposed to be working on their "independent project" - something Hermione had carefully thought out. She was attempting to make vastly needed improvements to the "Refreshed" potion (like the name, it would refresh the drinker's body and brain). Hermione thought she could find this potion useful.

Was that a "no way"?

Blaise didn't just say pregnant, did he?

Something about... hot weather and bacon?

Instead she desperately wanted to be able to read lips. She didn't give up quickly as Malfoy's face turned solemn. Had Blaise told him what was going on? Malfoy's gaze caught Hermione's and Hermione refused to look away. Malfoy slyly smiled and turned back to Blaise.

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"You told him!" Hermione stormed into the common room. "You fucking told him!" She quickly covered her mouth as she realized what she had just said. She smirked, though, and felt quite proud of herself for being able to come across that angry.

She saw Blaise sitting on the couch - but he wasn't alone, of course. Malfoy was with him again.

Arr, Hermione thought. Why is he always here at the worst times possible?

"Told who what?" Blaise pretended to be confused.

"Never mind," Hermione said through gritted teeth. "Why hello Malfoy. Am I ever so glad to see you," She said, spitefully as she sat down across from the two boys.

"Granger," He nodded back to her. He smirked that sly smirk again. "Didn't know you had a temper, Mudblood."

"Shut up, Malfoy."

"I think we're entitled to know who you were talking about in that fit of rage." He stared straight at her with a smug look on his face.

It's not like you don't already know! Hermione rolled her eyes.

"We're? No, Malfoy. Not we. You have nothing to do with this. It's really none of your business."

"It is when you two are now in a serious relationship! Blaise is my best buddy," Malfoy looked back and forth between Hermione and Blaise.

Hermione went to snap back but fumbled. She looked at Blaise - who winked at her - and she clued in. "See! He did tell you!" Hermione stood up.

"Ha! I knew it! You were talking about me!" Malfoy grinned, proud.

"You got me, Malfoy!" Hermione said, sarcastically.

"Don't worry, babe. Your secret is safe with me," He got up and, as he was headed out the door, grabbed Hermione's ass and gave it a good squeeze. Hermione jumped and her eyes widened. She waited until Malfoy left the room before giggling.

"I thought you had told him I was pregnant!" Hermione smacked Blaise's arm. "You gave me a good scare today!"

"I don't think you realize I am smarter than I look. I know Malfoy, you see, and I would know that anything you tell the guy gets around school in approximately one hour and a half." Hermione smiled and kissed Blaise on the cheek. "That's all?" Blaise smirked. Hermione kissed him again - this time on the lips. It was only a matter of seconds before Blaise had Hermione lying on her back as they fiercely made out.

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Hermione woke up to Blaise coughing beside her. She rolled over and looked at Blaise who was already looking back. "I told you I was sick," Hermione whispered.

"I know but I didn't think I would be getting sick. Oh well." Blaise put on arm over Hermione's naked body. "So, I know we didn't make it official yet nor anything but do you want to go with me?"

Hermione smirked. Cute. "Yes, Blaise, I'm pretty sure I want to go with you."

"Good," Blaise said, kissing her softly on the tip of her nose. Blaise placed a hand on Hermione's stomach. Hermione, involuntarily, stiffened. "I can't believe there's something growing in there."

"Me neither," Hermione furrowed her brow. Even if she was pregnant - the topic was still not a comfortable one. Only Blaise, her and the school staff knew. She still wanted to tell Harry, Ron and Ginny.

There was a long pause before Blaise spoke. "You're keeping--"

"Yes," Hermione said, without second thought.

"Good," Blaise moved his hand up to Hermione's cheek and gently moved her face towards his. "Good," He said again, kissing her softly.