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Chapter 8

Draco woke up early the next morning, very ecstatic. He had over heard from some Gryffindors that Ron and Hermione were arguing about him. He was proud that only did he win Hermione's heart but also ruined their (a/n: it's Ron and Hermione's friendship, in case you're wondering) friendship. On top of that, Harry wasn't telling anyone his deepest, darkest secret. He thought 'Maybe Potter isn't that bad after all. Hmm … possible friend material ' Then he came to his senses. 'I'm not in this to become buddy buddy with Potter. I'm in this to get Hermione.'

He headed towards the owlery with his new letter for Hermione, telling her how tonight was going to go. He chose a very elegant looking owl and attached the letter. After making sure that it was securely fastened to the owl's leg, he headed down for breakfast.

As he sat at the Slytherin table, he glanced at the Gryffindor table and saw Hermione sitting with her girlfriends giggling. He chuckled because he knew she telling them about the letters and roses he had been sending her for the past few months. Then he quickly stopped when the Slytherin table started eyeing him suspiciously.

"What, can't I laugh at how stupid Mudblood is acting? If it wasn't for the giggling, I would've assumed she was a guy." He said quickly. The entire Slytherin table erupted in sniggers. This angered him but he didn't sow it.

After everyone had finished breakfast, the owls came in with the post. Hermione grazed hopefully at each owl. She giggled excitedly when one flew towards her. She untied the letter and read it aloud to her friends.

To my dearest Hermione,

We shall meet again tonight. After you have finished dinner, meet me in the courtyard. I will be waiting. But there is one thing I must do for us to talk. Unfortunately, I have to blindfold you. I am not quite ready for you to see my face. I hope you do not mind and I hope you understand.

Forever yours,

Your mystery man

Hermione couldn't believe she was finally getting a chance to talk to her secret admirer again. The only thing she didn't like was the fact that he was going to blindfold her. She then realized that maybe someone she knew would see who he was and would be able to tell her. She smiled at the thought.

For Draco, the day seemed to drag on for years. He couldn't wait till he got to hold Hermione in his arms again. Then he thought, 'How am I suppose to do this without anyone noticing us? I'll just have to blindfold her like planned, then take her to a secluded area so no one will spot us together.'

After what seemed like 20 years, dinner finally came. It was just a matter of minutes before Draco was reunited with Hermione. He despised the fact that he had to blindfold her but it was the only way he could be with her. He would break it to her slowly through the letters. He would start giving her clues in his next letter as to who he was. Following their date, he would give her the first set of clues.

Hermione was so nervous during dinner that she didn't touch her food. When someone asked her why, she simply said "S.P.E.W". They didn't ask any more questions after that. She glanced at Harry's watch, "I think, I'll head to the library to do some extra studying before my Ancient Ruins exam tomorrow" she lied. She got up when no one asked her about it.

Seeing her leave, Draco waited a while before he too left. Once outside he pulled the blindfold out of his pocket. He spotted Hermione near a fountain when he arrived. He quietly walked up to her from behind. He gently slipped the blindfold over her eyes and tied it securely to her head.

"Hello Hermione." He whispered in her ear.

"Hello" she replied softly, turning to face him. "Why must I be blindfolded? When will I be able to see your face?"

Draco simply placed a hand over her mouth and said. "All in due time my sweet. It's not quite the right time". He then held out a hand and said "Come with me"

Slightly sadden, Hermione nervously took his hand and he led her around the corner. "Where are we going?"

"Somewhere no one can disturb us my love" was all he said.

With nothing to say, Hermione followed him, putting all her trust in him. He stopped abruptly and she walked into his back. "You alright?"

"Yes, I'm fine. I just can't see right now."

Draco laughed softly and tightened his grip on her hand before speaking again. "I think we're alone now."

He turned to face her, staring at the blindfold that covered her eyes. He leaned in to kiss her softly on the lips. Hermione took a step back. "What's wrong Hermione?"

"It's just I don't think I should be kissing you. It's weird cause you know me but I don't know you."

"Please don't fret. I would never hurt you nor will I let harm come to you (a/n: does that make sense?). It will be alright." Draco coaxed as he pulled Hermione towards him again and kissed her.

Hermione's heart pounded against her chest. She saw fireworks before her. It finally dawned her. Ron had been right all along. She was head over heels in love with a guy she didn't know. It felt so strange yet so safe to be in his arms. She felt that she could trust him. When he said that he would eventually tell her who he was, she believed him. She was pulled back into reality when he heard him speaking.

"Hermione take this letter, you should start heading back before Filch catches you out after curfew. I don't want you to get into detention because of me"

He kissed her once more before turning her round to remove the blindfold. Before that he said, "Good night my dear and please don't look back as you head towards the castle."

He gave her a gentle push towards the castle. He had done it! He had actually spent the evening with her. He was totally shocked but also perfectly content. After she entered the castle, he too hurried into the castle.

When he reached the Slytherin common room, he got ready for bed. He lay in bed for a very long time, just thinking about Hermione, wondering if she read his letter yet. Sleep soon overcame him and he fell into a deep, peaceful sleep.

Inside the Gryffindor common room, Hermione was sitting on her bed nervously opening her secret admirer's letter. As she opened it she remembered the wonderful time she had just had in the courtyard with him. She signed softly before she began reading the letter.

My sweet Hermione,

I know I haven't told you who I am but as promised here are the first set of clues:

We reside in separate houses but we are in the same year.

Forever yours,

Unknown

Puzzled, Hermione lay in bed wondering who in her year could be her mystery man. Before she could run through all the names, she fell asleep.

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