Hermione rolled her eyes. She sat without talking. Cormac talked about his lifestyle without stopping, she leaned on a chair. The food is great and delicious. Harry was right about dating but not with Cormac McLaggen.

He's the most ridiculous man she ever met. How proud he is of dating war heroes like Hermione Granger.

She and Cormac went to a muggle restaurant in London. She left baby Henry to Mr. and Mrs Granger then she flew to London.

What she hate about Cormac McLaggen is McLaggen was rude, insensitive, and over-assertive when making romantic advances.

All he did was talk about himself and lacked manners and consideration of others. It was due to this that she remarked that Grawp, Hagrid giant Half-brother was more mannered than Cormac.

McLaggen also had a bad temper. That rude braggart.

Her finger starts to poke her food inside the plate, hearing him babbling, still proud of himself. "I can't believe and such an honor you accept my invitation". he smiled. "Well, we're dating".

"Actually it wasn't dating. We are going as a friend, Cormac. I was delighted when you found out about my relationship with Professor Snape. Where is the actual reason I want you to hate me and stay away from me". She smiled. "I have Snape baby". with pride she said to Cormac.

He nods. "Forgive my behavior, Hermione. You know that I like you so much. You must know.. me, Harry and Ron disliked each other. I can't believe Harry makes you go out with me even as a friend. But I want you more than friend".

"I don't know, Cormac. I wasn't looking for someone to make me happy". faking her smile. "I just want my son to feel that he's not alone without a father beside him".

"We all know Snape will do anything to protect you and the baby. Voldemort kills him because he feels Snape is the owner of the Elder Wand and Voldemort couldn't kill Harry if the Elder Wand chose Snape".

McLaggen looked around the place. Afraid that he talks too loud. "But he's dead, Hermione. Snape is dead and you should move on with your life".

"Truth Snape is dead. But he never died inside me". she pointed to her chest. "He never did". She sighs. "I should go. It's late".

He stared at her. "I will send you home". as she pushed the chair. He reached her out. "Let me.."

"It's okay. I'm not that old. You need to escort me out. No, I'm fine. I need fresh air".

"I know there is something you hid from me, Hermione. I know you don't want me to know where you live. It's okay I won't force you into this relationship but at least.. let us spend our night together as a friend".

"What about when we walked?" she suggested it to him. He nodded. "Besides, I miss this place since I moved".

"Or something fun". his eyes on hers. "How about we go to an amusement park and release our tenses?" Cormac looked over his watch. "Night still early".

She laughed. "I'm wearing a dress, Cormac. Don't you see".

"You're the brilliant one. Beside.." he leaned to her ears. "We can use our magic outside Hogwarts. We're not in school anymore". he winked. "I'm sure you know".

Both Hermione and Cormac laugh. They walk out from the restaurant. From his eyes. Hermione Granger is the most beautiful girl he has ever met.

Snape was so lucky to have her but not for long he had her in his arms. Poor child. He died without seeing his baby grow. He died without seeing her turn into a beautiful woman he desired.

"Should we run from here?" suggest Cormac. They stood in front of the building. "Wasn't afraid. You'll catch up".

She smiled. Take off her heel. She and Cormac start to race each other. People are looking as they run and laugh on the street.

"Come on, Granger! I know you can catch me".

Hermione likes the challenge. She lifted her gown and ran as fast as she could. She took over him then laughed. From her view she saw the bright colorful light down the street and the music could be heard from where she and Cormac were running.

"Come on, Cormac!"

Moments later. Cormac purchased the ticket. Both him and Hermione stood in the middle of the crowd. He looked down at her.

"Which one do you want to ride first?" her finger pointed at the roller-coaster. "You do like the challenge, Granger". he smirked.

Later. Hermione sits on the bench waiting for Cormac to buy ice cream from the truck. After the amusement park, they went to the beach. Weather tonight is cold. Cormac sees her hugging herself fighting for the cold breeze slapped onto her skin.

Took off his blazer and wrapped around her body with thank you, he handed her ice cream. Take a seat beside her.

"Thanks for everything, Cormac. You made my day today".

"Not mentioned it". he licked the ice cream with a smile. "I can believe you are one of the Slug Club members". she chuckles. "I am trying to get to know you closer until it happens to be you and Snape".

Hermione sighs out loud. She eats her ice cream. "I want to apologize".

"About what?"

"I overheard you insult Ron and Ginny during Quidditch try-outs. I was the one who hit you with a Confundus Charm unbeknownst you not know that". With that Cormac turned to her, she gulped. "Seemed you're arrogant and unpleasant. I am sorry".

Cormac chuckles. "I know something happened that time". he smiled. "My broom suddenly moved without my command".

"Aren't you mad?"

He shakes his head, finish his ice cream.

"Nah. Already forgot that moment. Potter hadn't given me a chance since I saved four while Ron saved five. Potter and I argued that we disliked each other until everything changed. With you three gone, Dumbledore died, Snape became Headmaster. Death Eaters control the entire school, Voldemort controls everything he possesses".

"We have to hide out. Neville there and bring you three in. As I saw you.. I don't know what to say. I was stunned. I just rose and clapped. Impressed that you three are still alive. Without you three.. I don't know what happened to Hogwarts".

Both stare. Hermione remembers this.

Malfoy Manor. Snape found Bellatrix on top of Hermione. Bellatrix used her knife to carve the word mudblood into Hermione arm.

He was there because the rumor says they found the trio in the woods to be brought to Malfoy Manor. He hears Hermione scream from downstairs as he is talking with the other Death Eaters.

Snape rushed toward upstairs where she and Bellatrix had been. He looked at the women in panic. He pushed Bellatrix away on top of Hermione. Hermione is pregnant with his child and how dare this mental bitch hurt her right in front of his eyes.

"Snape!" Bellatrix stumbled on the floor. His eyes met Hermione. "YOU PUSH ME!" she screamed.

"What did you do to her, Bella?" grit Snape. "I demand you Bella! What did you do to her?!"

Bellatrix dust her skirt, smirking. "I was playing with my doll. I carved the word in her arm until you pushed me away from my doll". she leaned closer to him. "I smell fear through your blood". she sniffed. "What's in you and this mudblood, Snape".

"Is not your concern Bella. The Dark Lord's wish for the boy and you here torture this.." he didn't want to said this word.

Mudblood.

He really doesn't. "Girl.." his eyes lowered down to Hermione. Muttered with sorry that she could read his lips. "This girl is innocent, I do not wish you hurt her".

"Girl to girl. Back off, Snape!" She is about to hurt Hermione again. He couldn't stand there doing nothing.

"Expelliarmus!"

Snape cried and waved his wand to Bellatrix. There was a dazzling flash of scarlet light and Bellatrix was blasted off her feet. She flew backward, her skirt lifted up a bit before smashed into the wall, and slid down it to sprawl on the floor.

Her scream made Malfoy Manor shake to the ground. "Idiot! You could kill me!"

"I demand you stay away from this girl, Bella. Or I ask the Dark Lord's banish you. Let the Dark Lord decide what he wants to do with her".

Bellatrix snorts. "I mean it!" he gives a warning to Bellatrix. Then glance to his dear Hermione, turning his feet. He walked downstairs. Hermione feels helpless without Snape.

She prays that no one knows she is pregnant. She prays this bitch won't hurt her and the baby.

Hermione wiped her tears. Cormac noticed. "Are you alright, Granger?" he asked. "Did my words offend you?".

"No. I just remember those days. You were right about Snape. He'll protect me no matter what. I was caught in the woods. Harry and Ron too, they brought us to Malfoy Manor. Draco and his family. His aunt torture me and give me this.."

She show him her left arm, where word of mudblood were carve on her skin. "It won't go". smile. "I can see his face that day, he won't forgive himself".

"And that Ferret dared going back to school after what his family had done. If I were him I wouldn't go back. Unlucky he did".

He turned to Hermione. "Does your son look like Snape?" she burst to laughter. "I'm serious. Don't laugh, Granger. Come on.. tell me".

"He won't. My son looks exactly like me.. just his eyes.. he had his father's eyes".

Cormac patted his chest relief. "Dear god. I can't imagine if your son looks like him. Remember when you left me at the Slug Christmas party that night. Harry was there. I ate dragon ball and Snape showed up.. I throw up the right spot on his shoes".

"He gives me months detention because of that". he snorted. "Dragon ball". he smacked his own forehead "I can't believe that".

"I'm sorry that I left you that night. And I didn't know you threw up on his shoes". chuckles. "No wonder as I look at his face.. always moody".

Cormac snorted again, said. "He is always moody".