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As the fifth month of pregnancy carried on, Hermoine was starting to show more and more. There was no denying the was pregnant at this point, she just embraced it. Maybe she could be a billboard for contraception potions? Draco had set up the meeting with his brother for Hermoine to tour the apartment, they were leaving shortly after classes today. This were finally starting to look up for Hermoine.

Sitting at the Gryffindor table in the great hall, smiling and laughing with her friends. All the while her little one was keeping up with the conversation with light kicks, which made Hermoine giggle every time. A small black owl was flying towards her, with a small piece of paper in his beak. He was a gorgeous little bird with just a little puff of white feathers on his stomach. Giving the bird a small piece of her toast, she opened up the letter.

H,

Allow me to make you dinner tonight, I'll meet you in the Potions hall at 7:30.

Please join me.

S.

With everything that had happened, Harry and Ron still did not know who the father was. They knew she was in contact with him, but they would probably jinx Severus if they knew. Did she want to go to dinner with him? Things had changed since the evening on the Astronomy tower, he watched her closely. They had spoken a few words since then, but he was determined to woo her... so they could be a family. As breakfast came to a close, she made eye contact with Draco. They had planned to meet in the entrance hall right after charms today.

This was the point in her pregnancy where she could not attend potions, the fumes were harmful for her and the baby. She had been given essays to work on, which of course kept her busy and her grades up. During potions class she usually went to the library to enjoy the quiet, in warmer weather she would have loved to sit outside. It was early December so the castle was covered in a thick blanket of snow, she had been thinking of ideas for Christmas presents for everyone.

Minerva- A new cat tree, she found one in a catalog that you could attach to the wall.

Harry- A gift card to a muggle eye doctor to get his eyes checked and new glasses.

Ron- A marble wizard chess set, which was weaved with protection charms.

Ginny- A book on tricks, so she can finally get back at the twins

Draco- She had not decided yet, needed to get to know him better

Severus- Would it be too corny to say her heart?

For the double potions class period, she finished her essay on the multiple uses of Grindylow scales. Having a few more minutes before she needed to drop off her essay, she opened up a charms book to get ahead in class. In the next few weeks they would be learning so much, she could still cast but obviously not be spelled on herself.

Losing herself in the book she was lost to the world until she heard the bell signalling class was over.

"Shit!" She cursed, throwing everything in her book bag and quickly walking (as fast as she could) to the Potions classroom. She passed Harry and Ron on one of the lower staircases, they understood that she was running late and would let Professor Flitwick know she was on her way. It was a good thing Hermoine was such a good student before the pregnancy, all of the Professors were very understanding and never took points for her being late to class.

The potions door was closed when she finally made it to the classroom, with a few knocks on the door Severus swung it open.

"Sorry I'm late, got lost in a book." He nodded opening up the door, casting a quick charm to clean the air of any dangerous fumes to her.

"I have today's essay, it was quite interesting to write. I did not know too much about Grindylow's." She handed him the essay and he started to read. There was already a chair waiting for her, she sunk down happily. Just walking fast to the dungeons like that, she was exhausted. He finished the essay and looked up at her, she looked so tired.

"How have you been?" He asked lightly, not wanting to upset her.

"Well, I would be surprised if your son is not a boxer when he comes out. He kicks almost all day, would you like to feel?" He nodded, slowly standing from his desk. She removed her robe, leaving her in a white shirt that was becoming too small with her ever growing bump. She reached for his hand once he came closer, "Let's see where he is, this is usually his favorite spot." She led him over to the left side of her stomach, pressing down lightly with his hand. "He feels you, he knows his father is here." Severus could feel consistent nudges against his hand.

"Hermoine, I know we are still working on us. But I want you to know how happy I am for the chance in being a father." She nodded, her eyes starting to water.

"Whats wrong? Is it something that I said?" He looked worried at her.

"My least favorite thing about being pregnant, I am so emotional. I want you to be involved with him Severus, yes we need to work on our relationship. But I would never keep you from your son. Our little Prince."

"Will you join me for dinner tonight?" He asked hopeful, things were going so well.

"I wouldn't miss it. I should head to Charms, I'm already late as is." He nodded, pulling out some parchment. "Do you need a pass?"

"I already have one." She smiled, rubbing her belly bump. Shrugging her robe back on, she looked back to him.

"Are you happy Severus?"

"More than I could every imagine." Hermoine smiled, walking from the classroom. Charms was already halfway over, she would make it to the fifth floor just in time for Flitwick to assign homework. After that, she would be meeting Draco to find an apartment. Perhaps Severus could move in with her? If she decided to stay with Severus, she would have no need for a muggle apartment. Seeing the apartment wouldn't hurt, maybe dinner tonight would go really well? Hermoine was also very curious about Draco's brother Canis.

Finally making it to the charms corridor, Professor Flitwick was waiting outside the classroom with a small smile for her. Even though all of the teachers understood her situation, this was still Hermoine's worst nightmare. Missing or being late for class.

"I am so sorry Professor Flitwick, I lost track of time and needed to go over my potions essay with Professor Snape."

"Dear girl, it is completely alright. If you'd like I can owl you the homework and we can meet a few times a week to go over assignments. Climbing the tower stairs are going to get harder and harder for you."

"As much as I will miss your lectures, I believe that may be best. I'm just over halfway, at least I will be able to finish my classes before he is born."

"Even though this is a tough time for you right now, I still see greatness in you. Have you thought much about your future after graduation?"

"At the moment finding an apartment is the top of my priority list, I'm viewing one today. But I'm having dinner with Sev.. the father tonight, so that plan may change as well." Professor Flitwick nodded and handed her a sheet of parchment with her assignment.

"Good luck, we will meet at 6:30 on Tuesday to go over your assignment."

Even with all of the rumors circulating Hogwarts, Hermoine did not want to broadcast that she was having a professors child. Minerva was very excited to be a grandmother, as Hermoine's magical guardian. Would Minerva have told the staff? Of course it was common knowledge now that she was pregnant.

"Hey, earth to Granger!" She heard Draco yell down the hall, "We were supposed to meet in the entrance hall twenty minutes ago."

"Sorry Drake, today is just not going according to plan. Let's go." He escorted her to the entrance hall where Minerva was waiting.

"You can floo from my office to the Leaky, from there you can walk to the building. You must be back for dinner, so keep your visit short." They both nodded walking the short way to the headmistresses office.

"Min, can I talk to you for a moment before we go? Draco is already upset with me, he can wait a few minutes longer." While talking to Minerva, she heard Draco huff from behind her and sit in one of the chairs.

"Make it quick Granger, we have an appointment." He glared at her and pulled out a book to flip through.

"I will not be at dinner tonight, I didn't want you to worry. I actually have a date tonight, he asked me earlier."

"That is wonderful! Hopefully you two can see past all of the fog and see how much you actually mean to each other." Of course Minerva knew both sides feelings, they were truly meant to be together. Just two very stubborn people.

"I will try not to make us too late for dinner, but I need to find something to wear for dinner tonight. Not many clothes fit me at the moment." Minerva nodded and gestured to the floo, the fire sparking to life.

Hermoine always hated floo travel, but it was better than any other option. She hated flying, and apparition always left her with a sick stomach.

In a few moments they stepped out of the fireplace at the Leaky Cauldron, walking out the door they entered muggle London.

"The apartment building is just down the way a little bit, Canis is waiting for us." As they walked down the London side streets they came across a maternity store. She made a mental note to stop there on the way back to Hogwarts. They came across a four story building and Draco dragged her inside. Right inside the main door there was another side door marked with Managers office.

"Mr. Malfoy, your 2:30 is here... an hour late." Draco said while knocking on the door, another glare thrown Hermoine's way. The door swung open, and at first glance she had no idea who this man was. But as she looked at him she could see the similarities between the two brothers.

Canis was a solid four inches taller than Draco, a healthy looking tan, and a very broad smile. Compared to Draco who is so pale he looks like he's lived in a cave most of his life.

"This beautiful woman must be Hermoine!" He pushed Draco aside and held his hand out to Hermoine to shake.

"Canis Malfoy, Draco's older and more handsome brother." They exchanged pleasantries and he led them to an apartment on the third floor. It was a beautiful updated modern concept idea, granite counter tops, three bedrooms. It was perfect.

"Draco, I could never afford anything like this on my own." He kept leading her around the apartment, making some space between them and Canis.

"I promised you Granger, my family will take care of you."

"I can't accept this, I need to work for my life. Life is full of struggles and I can never get there if everything is given to me. I'm also thinking, things may work with Severus. I want it to."

"We are keeping this unit open for you until you have another place to stay." Hermoine nodded, enjoying that Draco had become so protective of her and the baby.

"Can we stop by the maternity store we passed before we head back to Hogwarts. I have a date tonight." Draco groaned, and grumbled about being dragged shopping. Even though he complained, it was clear he was much happier in muggle London. With Canis being a secret, there would be no bad press about Draco Malfoy wandering muggle London.

Hermoine was glad she had grabbed her muggle bank card before leaving Hogwarts. There were a few items she wanted to purchase. There were all sorts of charms to make clothes bigger and smaller, but a properly cast Finite could leave her a mess.

Draco helped Hermoine find a dark burgundy dress, it showed off her new curves while still being modest with her baby bump.

"Hurry up Granger, we need to head back to Hogwarts. Plus you have a hot date tonight!" Hermoine laughed at Draco as they walked back to Diagon Alley.

How do you think the date will go? Should she take the apartment?

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