There's Love In Information
C6: Meetings
Standard Disclaimer: I don't own any of the recognizable characters
Two days later Hermione and Bellatrix were preparing for their own trip to the Ministry, which after two weeks of being cooped up in the mansion was a very welcome distraction from the endless reading they had been doing, and if they weren't reading everything they could find about their Prophecy, they were either getting to know each other or making love endless hours of the day.
Currently Bellatrix was helping Hermione into one of her dresses, since they would have to portray an image not only for Madame Bones, but also when they would visit Fabian and Dora later today. "We should really go shopping at some point love. Not that I mind seeing you in Muggle clothes, but there is a certain image we'll be expected to portray."
Hermione smiled at her witch. "I know Bella, but we haven't really taken the time to do much else besides reading or fucking each other senseless. I am all for being a bit more social."
Bellatrix smiled at her. "Cheeky witch. I thought you knew by now I'm not the most sociable sister out of the three of us, but I certainly wouldn't mind going out shopping with you if that means I can show you off a little." She said with a wink.
Hermione smiled and kissed the raven haired witch. "And you're calling me cheeky? But I don't mind being armcandy for the most beautiful witch in Britain."
"You're more than just armcandy love. I have always hated that distinction, having been called that plenty myself. You are and will always be equal to me, Hermione. I hope you know that." Bellatrix said seriously.
"I know Bella, I was just teasing a bit, and if I am to borrow anyone's clothes, I would rather have them be yours. I've always admired your sense of style, simple but also portraying the image of a very powerful and confident woman." Hermione said with a sweet smile.
Bellatrix smiled and kissed her. "It's just a corset and skirts, and maybe underwear if I feel like it."
Hermione smiled at that. "And what about today love, are you feeling like wearing underwear today?" She asked sultrily.
Bellatrix smirked at her as she guided her lover's hand underneath her skirts. "You tell me love. What does if feel like.
Hermione's hand was met with the silky feel of her lover's bared lower lips and soft curls of her pubic hair. "Naughty witch." She murmured before capturing her lover's lips into a soft kiss.
Bellatrix moaned and pulled the brunette close. "Love, we unfortunately don't have to get carried away, as much as I would love to. Madame Bones is very punctual."
"I know, I have shared quite a number of classes with her niece, not to mention the fact that Susan was a part of the Army." Hermione said with a smile.
Bellatrix smiled at that. "Ready to go then? I'm sure she is already anticipating our arrival. I'm pretty sure that she is wondering why we have asked for this meeting."
"What will we even tell her? I'm sure she at least knows why we want to see her from Fabian and Dora." Hermione asked softly.
"We will tell her the truth love. As the head of the D.M.L.E and the Auror Corps, we need her on our side if we are to properly plan against the Death Eaters and be sure we end them for good this time around." Bellatrix said with a soft smile.
Hermione smiled and kissed her softly before adjusting her dress. "Well? How do I look?" She asked with a teasing wink.
Bellatrix smiled at her. "Amazing comes to mind, drop dead gorgeous too, but that's mostly because I like looking at you in my clothes, or out of them. I'm not picky."
"Alright sweet talker, let's go before we are very actually late for our meeting." Hermione said as she batted at Bellatrix's wandering hands.
Bellatrix pouted at that. "Fine, be the reasonable one, but when we are back home, you are mine, young Lion."
Hermione only smiled at her as they made their way downstairs and towards the Floo. "One moment love, I have something for you that might explain things better than we could to Madame Bones." Bellatrix said as she presented Hermione with a beautiful signet ring.
"Proposing already love?" Hermione asked teasingly.
"Not yet Hermione. When I propose to you, you will know. This will merely represent your status as a member of the house of Black, or in this case as my soulmate. The ring I'm going to use to propose to you will be a lot more subtle. I know that this one is a bit ostentatious." Bellatrix said with a smile.
Hermione smiled and kissed the raven haired witch on the cheek. "Thank you Bella. I was only teasing. I know we have a lot of ground to cover before either of us are ready for marriage, but having said that, I do want to marry you someday."
Bellatrix smiled at her young lover. "I would love nothing more than to be able to someday call you my wife, Hermione. Even if we don't account for the fact that we were bonded through Prophecy I think we are a match made in heaven."
Hermione smiled at that. "I couldn't agree more, love. Shall we go?" She asked after putting on the ring.
Bellatrix nodded and kissed her lover softly before stepping through the Floo, Hermione not being far behind
…
When they stepped out of the fireplace at the Ministry Hermione couldn't help the slight shiver that ran over her back because of the last time she was here.
Bellatrix noticed and wrapped an arm around her young lover. "It's okay love, no one will hurt you again. Not while I am here for you."
"I know love, but the past doesn't let itself be shut up so easily. I'll be okay." She said softly.
Bellatrix smiled at her as they walked to the elevators. "Take all the time you need love. Chances are that her questions will mostly be directed at me first."
Hermione smiled at her and gave her hand a squeeze as they stepped into the elevator. "We'll see. Having you beside me helps my nerves settle already."
Bellatrix smiled and kissed her now that they were alone. "According to my sister I've always been quite good at calming people, despite the fact that I've always been prone to temper tantrums. No matter how bad they got, they were never pointed towards people I love."
"I know, Cissa has told me about your epic tantrums. I know you will never hurt me, no matter how angry you are, so I'm not worried about that. What I am worried about is that I won't be able to help you calm down." Hermione said softly.
Bellatrix smiled at the brunette. "You will always be able to bring me back love. You will know how when we get to that point."
Hermione nodded and smiled at her lover as the elevator jerked to a stop. "Department of Magical Law Enforcement." The monotone voice said as the door slid open.
The two lovers shared a look and smiled at each other before walking out and linking their fingers together. "Ms. Black, Ms. Granger, welcome. Please follow me." Madame Bones said with a stern smile as she came up to meet them.
The two witches nodded and followed her to her office, where they took a seat after several privacy charms were placed. "Thank you for agreeing to this meeting Madame Bones, it means a lot to us." Bellatrix said with a smile.
Amelia smiled at them as she took a seat. "With your son as the new head of the D.M.I.I. I think we'll be seeing plenty of each other. I will admit it is a bit odd, but I am sure you will enlighten me today. Fabian and Dora were pretty adamant about not saying anything."
"It's all a bit personal so we thought it was easier if we explained everything ourselves. Just after the conclusion of the Battle of Hogwarts and Kingsley was elected Minister, he informed me that there was a Prophecy waiting for me, and I just couldn't help my curiosity, so I went to pick it up, and it revealed some shocking things, chief among which was the passage of the remainder of the Death Eaters are planning another war in revenge of the death of the Dark Lord. Another thing was that Bellatrix and I are soulmates and are meant to end that conflict." Hermione said softly.
Madame Bones smiled at them, although she was shocked to hear that the Death Eaters were still at large. "While I am surprised to hear that the Death Eaters are still at large, I am more intrigued why there was a Prophecy concerning you and Ms. Black."
Bellatrix smiled at that. "Luna's grandmother Katerina Lovegood foretold it before I was born, that I was to be bonded to a powerful Muggleborn witch, but of course my parents kept this hidden for a long time, and by the time they were no longer a factor, I was basically brainwashed by the Dark Lord, and of course in Azkaban afterwards, so I never heard about that Prophecy until after the War, when I finally had time to take a look in the Black Family Book, Hermione was basically already living with us after she came back from Australia, so we took that opportunity to learn about her Prophecy together, and I think we can safely say that neither of us expected it to go as fast as it did."
Amelia nodded at her. "I can understand that Ms. Black. It would be a lot for anyone in your situation, and like I did for your son, I will help you and Ms. Granger in any way that I can. I am sure that you two will work with Fabian and the D.M.I.I. in order to bring down the Death Eaters and I have promised them all the help I can give them too, so if there is anything you need, don't hesitate to ask."
They both smiled at that. "Thank you Madame Bones. We won't need much but time to plan and a promise from you that you will not tell Ronald or Harry about this. I want to do that myself when the time comes." Hermione said kindly.
"I'm not usually one to share personal information with my Aurors, and I make it a point to be even more careful with trainees who more often than not are far too ambitious or power hungry for their own good, the last one being the case for Mr. Weasley I'm afraid, but we'll keep a close eye on him. We wouldn't want a repeat of past events after all." Madame Bones said kindly.
The two witches nodded at her. "We appreciate that, he may require something more stern of a talking to than others. He is pretty thick-headed at times."
"Yes, my niece informed me as much. Don't worry. It'll be dealt with. He won't break down what I am finally able to build here." Madame Bones said with a smile.
Hermione and Bellatrix both smiled at that. "We heard from Fabian that you wanted to make some necessary changes, and we commend you for it. If we can help you with anything, please let us know."
Amelia smiled and nodded at them. "I will, but I doubt it will be necessary. Most of the Auror Department is behind the changes, and those that are not are usually close enough to retirement not to be a problem. Something with old dogs and new tricks."
Hermione laughed lightly at that. "Don't I know it. It cost us all too many lives in the War."
"Indeed it has, but the new direction Kingsley is promoting is helping everyone heal at least a little and at the same time make sure no one makes the same mistakes again." Amelia said with a kind smile.
Bellatrix and Hermione nodded at that. "Let's hope that it will all work out. I don't think our society could handle another War." Bellatrix said with a soft smile.
Amelia nodded at her. "Let's hope not, but I'm afraid that I have another appointment soon."
"We understand. We wanted to check in with Fabian and Dora anyway to see if we could be of any help at this stage." Hermione said with a smile.
Madame Bones nodded and smiled at them as they took their leave, taking the elevator downstairs before they let Dora know they would be waiting in the Atrium.
…
When Hermione and Bellatrix stepped out of the Floo back in Black Manor several hours later, the two witches were a bit of a loss at what to do now that they were home again. "So love, what was your plan for the rest of the day?" Hermione asked with a soft smile.
Bellatrix smiled at her. "I was hoping you would let me try something that might help you learn something new. You know I am an Animagus, and I have a feeling that you possess the ability too, and that it will be easier for you to master because of our bond." The raven haired witch said with a soft smile.
"Do you really think I could do it? I thought that always required years and years of training." Hermione said softly.
Bellatrix smiled at that. "For those without the innate ability, yes. My cousin and his friends taught themselves and because of that it took years, but there are people who are innately gifted with the ability, and I honestly believe that you have the ability."
Hermione smiled at her. "Will you show me yours? I want to see what you become."
Bellatrix smiled and kissed the brunette softly. "Of course love. From what I've heard from Fabian you will love this." She said as she led her lover to the couch before giving her a kiss.
She then focused her magic on her transformation, one she hadn't used for quite a number of years, but was glad still came easy to her.
Hermione watched fascinated as her lover transformed into a beautiful black leopard who walked up to her and pressed its head against her leg. "You're so beautiful Bella."
Bellatrix purred before turning back into her human form. "Thank you love. It's been a while since I transformed, but it never fails to leave me feeling empowered afterwards. Would you want me to help you explore the depths of your magic and see if you can do this too."
Hermione smiled and nodded at her. "I would love to, you know I can't resist learning something new."
Bellatrix smiled and kissed her softly. "Let's go to our library then, we'll need the peace and quiet. You are going to need all of your focus for this, little lion."
Hermione smiled at that. "I know, and I will have the best teacher in the world to help me focus, even though she sometimes is also a champion at distracting me."
"Of course I am, Cissy always said I was a master at distracting people, so I went with what I do best, be a force of chaos." Bellatrix said with a wink.
Hermione smiled at her as they made their way to their private library in their bedroom, one of the many places she had come to love about the Manor.
As soon as they had taken a seat in their library Bellatrix pulled the brunette into her lap. "Just relax love. It might feel a bit funny in the beginning, but it'll feel natural soon enough."
Hermione nodded and relaxed against her lover, feeling her magic push against her own, and she couldn't help the soft moan that escaped her lips as their magic melded together into one.
Bellatrix smiled and tried to keep Hermione in the present with soft kisses to her neck as she searched for the animal that she knew was inside of her lover, she only needed to find it. "You're doing so good Hermione. How do you feel?"
"I feel hot Bella. Like I can't seem to figure out where either of us begin or end. It's like we've become one person." Hermione said with a soft moan.
Bellatrix smiled at that. "I feel exactly the same baby, it will only feel more like this the longer we are together. We are meant to be equal in this, and that is why I wanted to help you find your inner beast. I will bring us even closer together."
Hermione smiled at her as she felt another presence inside of her, and she gasped as she felt it growing in strength. "What is that Bella?"
"That my love, is your inner beast. I have found it. You need to accept it in order for me help you develop it." Bellatrix said softly.
Hermione nodded and focused her magic on embracing the presence, slowly feeling it settle in her chest, almost as if it curled up around her heart and made its home there, and the process didn't phase her as much as thought she did. "That… was different to say the least." She said as she turned around in Bella's lap.
The raven haired witch smiled at her young lover. "I know, it'll only feel like that now. Once you have learned to transform it will feel natural."
"Have you felt what it is?" Hermione asked softly.
"I have, but you'll have to find it for yourself. We can start right now if you want to." Bellatrix said with a soft smile.
She shook her head at her love. "No, I want you Bella, I'm burning for you my love."
Bellatrix smiled at that. "I had a feeling that might happen, and of course I am more than happy to oblige you, my lion. Shall we move this to the bed."
Hermione nodded and wrapped her legs around her lover's waist as Bellatrix carried her to the bed, banishing their clothes with a flick of her hand.
Hermione moaned as the air hit her body and she felt her desire for the raven haired witch flare to new heights.
Bellatrix wasted little time in kissing her way down her lover's body the moment she had relocated them to the bed. "You're so wet already Hermione. I can almost smell your juices."
"It's all for and because of you Bella." Hermione said softly.
Bellatrix smiled and took a pert nipple between her teeth, tugging it softly before lavishing it with her tongue while flicking over the other nipple with her fingers.
Hermione moaned loudly as she arched her into Bella's mouth, tangling a hand in inky curls as she tried to keep her lover exactly where she was. "Bella, don't tease me. I'm gushing for you my love."
"I know love, patience. I'm going to make you moan louder than ever before. I've wanted to show you exactly how much I love you for such a long time that I just need to take a bit of time today." Bellatrix said softly.
Hermione only moaned at her as Bellatrix trailed a path of kisses down her sternum and belly, kissing straight to the brunette's soaking center as she nuzzled her nose in the soft patch of curls above her clit.
"You smell so sweet, my love. I could stay between your thighs forever." Bellatrix said softly as she trailed her fingers through the brunette's folds.
"Bella please don't do this to me. I'm losing my mind here." Hermione said with a soft pout.
Bellatrix smiled and placed a soft kiss just above the soft patch of curls. "We can't have that now can we? What are you in the mood for, my love?"
"Take me Bella. I need to silence my mind. I need to let go." The brunette said with a loud moan.
Bellatrix nodded and latched onto the brunette's clit while she at the same time plunged two fingers into the soaking vice that was her lover's pussy. "As you wish, my love, or should I call you pet this lovely afternoon?"
Hermione smiled at that. "That brings back memories, doesn't it? Makes me think how close you pressed yourself against me when you were interrogating me."
Bellatrix grinned as she kissed her way back up her lover's body before straddling her. "I so enjoyed having you that close to me, especially when we were finally alone and we could discuss other things." She said as she slowly started grinding against the brunette.
Hermione sat up and kissed her softly. "I certainly didn't mind having to scream for you, nor will I ever mind voicing exactly what feelings you evoke in me. I think that my crush on you developed into love during those days."
Bellatrix smiled at that. "I think I've always felt some sort of love for you. First as a daughter, then as a friend and eventually into a romantic love."
"You're so romantic Bella. I don't know why Narcissa said you didn't have a romantic bone in your body." Hermione said softly.
Bellatrix smiled and kissed her softly. "That's because I can only be romantic with you, my love."
Hermione smiled at her as she clutched at the raven haired witch, both witches now almost frantically moving against each other as they sought completion, and almost as one they moaned out their orgasms a few minutes later, the two witches cuddling close together as they rode out their highs.
…
After dinner Hermione excused herself to the library, wanting to get a head start on her Animagus studies, purposely without Bellatrix because she was afraid that they would get sidetracked again.
This left Bellatrix in the den with her son and daughter, the three of them needing a bit of time to reconnect now that Luna had finally come home.
As she had expected were Fabian and Luna cuddled up to each other, since they had done that for most of their lives. "This is nice isn't it? It's been too long since we've taken the time to relax as a family." Luna said with her usual dreamy smile.
Bellatrix smiled at her. "It has been too long, and it is something I've dreamed of for so long, to have our family whole again."
"It's more than whole Mom, now we've got Hermione too, and judging by the hickey on your neck you and Hermione had a productive afternoon." Fabian said with a grin.
Luna slapped his arm lightly. "Don't tease Mom brother. It's not like you and Dora are any better. I thought you'd be happy that she has finally found her soulmate."
Bellatrix smiled at the young blonde. "Thank you sweetie, but he is right. Hermione and I had a passionate afternoon, but it started out innocently enough. I've had the suspicion that Hermione could become an Animagus for a while now and we found that being soulmates it will be easier for her to do, which is why she is in the library right now. We might get distracted again if we do that in the bedroom."
Fabian smiled at that. "I was only teasing Mom, and I'll be honest and say that I've never seen you happier. I'm glad that you and Hermione have found each other, and I have thought the same about her for a while now. I take it you've found something?"
Bellatrix nodded at him. "We did, our bond as soulmates let me feel her inner animal, and it was almost begging to be let out. I think we'll have another Animagus in the house very soon."
"Perhaps Dora can help her, although I have a feeling Hermione will ask her some things. She is diligent in her research after all." He said with a soft smile.
Bellatrix laughed lightly at that. "That she is, but I knew that when I first met her and I think Hermione will gladly accept Dora's help, and in turn I think Dora will jump at the chance to help her."
Fabian nodded at that. "She can use it too after the day we've had. We had some leads that turned out to be nothing, and that left us all a bit frustrated."
"That's understandable, but I'm sure you will soon find something to get the investigation started properly. The lower ranks were never that intelligent." Bellatrix said with a soft smile.
Luna smiled at that. "Don't we know it. We're on the trail of a couple of them already. It's only a matter of time before we will bring someone in."
"Is the D.M.I.I. authorized to make arrests? I didn't know that." Bellatrix asked softly.
They both nodded and smiled at her. "Only when there is proof of involvement with a current case, and we can do our interrogations at the Department too."
Bellatrix smiled at that. "Good, most Death Eaters fear the Unspeakable Floor because of the myth that surrounds them. It will work in your favor if you bring them there."
"The best part of it all is that we don't even have to call in the Aurors until we are ready for them. I'm sure that is going to sting with some people." Luna said with a smile.
Bellatrix smiled at her. "I'm sure it will, but since you all outrank them, there is little they can do about it."
Fabian and Luna smiled at their mother. "True, but I am curious about something Mom. What is Hermione's Animagus form?"
"I'm not going to tell you yet. I didn't tell her either, and it wouldn't be fair to Hermione if I told you already. You'll see it soon enough, and before you ask, the reason I didn't tell her is because she needs to find that out for herself if she wants to accept her animal form." Bellatrix said with a soft smile.
Luna smiled at her. "We understand Mom. We are merely curious. You know how we get when presented with new information."
Bellatrix smiled and nodded. "I know my sweets. You two are very much like your mothers in that sense, and I think you won't have to wait long before Hermione is ready to show us."
They both smiled at that. "Knowing her, it probably won't take more than a couple of days." Luna said with a soft smile as she crawled into Fabian's lap.
He smiled and wrapped his arm around her. "Tired Lu?"
She nodded at that. "I'm dead of my feet after all that running around today."
"Then I'll be a good brother and make sure my little sister gets to bed. Good night Mom." He said with a soft smile.
"Good night my sweets. I'll see you two for breakfast in the morning." Bellatrix said with a smile.
They both smiled and gave her a hug before Fabian scooped her up into his arms and carrying her upstairs, leaving the raven haired witch in the den, albeit it not for long when Narcissa and Andromeda walked in. "Bella, what are you doing here all alone. Plotting again?" Andromeda asked teasingly.
"I'm always plotting Andi, if only for one of the many ways I'm going to ravage my soulmate, but no, I'm alone because my son and daughter have decided to call it a night, and since my soulmate is still in the library I don't feel like going to bed yet."
Both Narcissa and Andromeda smiled at her. "Since we're feeling exactly the same, we'll join you if that's okay. It's been a while since we sat down and talked, as long as we keep your ravaging of Hermione out of the conversation." Narcissa said with a smile.
Bellatrix grinned at that. "I'll try, but I make no promises Cissy. She has become my favorite topic to talk about as of late."
The two women smiled at their sister. "Fine, but keep it chaste. Nights are lonely, you know." Andromeda said with a soft smile.
Bellatrix smiled sympathetically at them. "I know, and I'm sorry. I'm sure both of you will find the love you are meant to have soon."
They smiled at that. "We're more than willing to wait Bella. Love doesn't need to be rushed now that we have the time." Andromeda said with a soft smile.
Bellatrix smiled at that. "True, but like you two have always wanted me to be happy, I have wanted the same for both of you too."
"We are Bella, we're together as a family again and that's all we have ever wanted." Narcissa said with a soft smile.
Bellatrix smiled at that as Hermione walked into the living room, a bright smile on her face. "Hey love. Did you find anything interesting?"
"You know that I love to learn new things, and this has been my most interesting subject so far. I got through the book two times already and I think I'm ready to try the transformation tomorrow." Hermione said excitedly as she took a seat in the raven haired witch's lap.
The three sisters smiled at that. "What exactly were you researching Hermione?" Narcissa asked with a soft smile.
"Bella felt the power of an Animagus inside of me and after we checked I needed to do some research. It was such a fascinating read that I'm ready to do it, or tomorrow at least. Tonight might be a bit overzealous even for me." Hermione said with a smile.
Both Andromeda and Narcissa raised an eyebrow at that. "Really now. It's been ages since a Muggleborn witch has had that ability, but I suppose it makes sense that it is you. You're the brightest witch of your age for more than one reason after all, or at least so my son informs me." Narcissa said teasingly.
Hermione smiled at that. "Draco would say that. He has enjoyed teasing me throughout our days at school, and I on my turn have enjoyed teasing him back."
Narcissa smiled at that. "I know, he has told me all about it, in vivid detail. I think that it was the first time I heard him talk so animated about someone else than Harry Potter."
Hermione smiled at that. "Their rivalry has always been a great source of amusement for us, and Draco told me that he continued it merely for that reason."
"Really, I should have a talk to my son tomorrow about continuing conflict. I taught him better than that, despite his father's influence." Narcissa said haughtily.
Andromeda smiled at that. "Please Cissa, don't act like you were an angel in school. It's quite ironic if you think about it, given how many time you've had 'detention' with Potter's mother."
"Air quotes? Really Andi?" The blonde asked with a slight glare to her sister.
Both Bellatrix and Andromeda smiled at that, and Hermione couldn't help the giggle that escaped from her lips. "It's only appropriate Cissy. You've spent much of your after school hours with Lily, probably more than I ever spent with Pandora."
Narcissa only huffed at that. "Fine, you might be right, although I fail to see the irony here."
Bellatrix smiled at her sister. "The ironic part is that your son and her son had the same rivalry you two had at times. You both wanted to be the best in your year."
Narcissa smiled at that. "Fine, I'll admit that, but if you would excuse me, I'm off to bed. Tomorrow is another fun day of paperwork after all."
"I think we're going to call it a night too. The revelations of today have really tired me out." Hermione said with a soft smile.
"Good night you two, but please remember silencing spells if you two feel amorous. Some people do have to work tomorrow." Andromeda said with a smile.
Bellatrix smiled at them. "We're both too tired for that, so don't worry Andi. Good night." She said before Apparating them to their room, both witches asleep the moment their heads hit their pillows.