She gazed at the sign
'Eclipse'
"'Mione, is it all right? Do you like it?" Hermione blinked than finally came to her senses.
"I'm sorry, yes it looks really nice, how'd you happen to find this place?" Harry smiled.
"I have my ways." They were quickly seated inside and Hermione was delighted to see a bouquet of roses and a small midnight blue velvet box.
"Just to make you angry, you have to wait until after you eat to open your present." Hermione pouted at Harry.
"Hmph, fine. I can wait." They both quickly ordered their meals and it only took a few moments for them to arrive. Once they arrived Hermione, as lady like as possible, plowed through her food. Harry couldn't help but laugh as Hermione nearly choked on her last bite of food. She set down her fork triumphantly.
"All done." She said smiling. Harry took a deep breath and grabbed the velvet box. He slowly walked over and kneeled in front of her.
"Hermione," Harry started.
"You've been my best friend since first year and we've been together though everything. You're more than my best friend now, you're my girlfriend. I love being with you. You make me so happy." he gently pulled the lid of the box.
"I love you Hermione, happy birthday."
A blood red heart shaped necklace glittered up at her.
"Oh my gosh Harry, is that real?" Harry nodded and slowly pulled the necklace out. The chain was studded with small diamonds that glittered in the light. Hermione was amazed by the sight as Harry slowly walked behind her and hooked the necklace around her neck. Her fingers grazed the red heart and she was surprised to find that it was warm. Harry seemed to read her mind as he sat back down.
"It's magic." He said.
"As long as I love you the necklace will always keep you warm." He finished. Hermione smiled and wrapped her hand around the necklace, basking in its warmth. Suddenly the floor next to them was lit with lights and a slow soothing song filled the room. Harry stood up again and held his hand out to her.
"May I have this dance?" Hermione shook her head.
"Harry, you know I can't dance." Harry grabbed her hand and dragged her to the dance floor.
"Ok, just wrap your arms around my neck and just rock back and forth to the music gently." Harry stated simply. Hermione wrapped her arms around his neck and began rocking.
"Ouch, that would be my foot 'Mione." Hermione drew away from him and began walking away.
"I told you I couldn't dance." Harry caught her arm.
"I don't care if you're a good dancer or not. I'll teach you." Hermione sighed and wrapped her arms around him again.
"Ok, step on my feet." Hermione laughed.
"That won't be hard to do. Harry rolled his eyes at her.
"No, step up on my feet. It'll help you learn the rhythm." Hermione nodded and gingerly stepped up on his feet. They slowly moved together for a few moments.
"Now you try." Harry ordered. Hermione stepped off of his feet and began moving on her own.
"Perfect." He whispered n her ear. Hermione smiled and pulled herself closer to him, resting her head on his shoulder. She felt the necklace's warmth against her and she began to silently pray.
Please don't let this end. Let this moment last forever.
The music slowly played, it seemed to go on forever. The next thing she knew Harry was gently shaking her. The music had stopped and they were the only ones left on the dance floor.
"You ok? You looked really lost in thought there." Harry said, smiling gently at her. Hermione blinked a few times than smiled back.
"I love you too Harry."
