A/N: Thanks again for the reviews. I'm really sorry the long wait. I got stuck and well it doesn't matter. Here's the new chapter.

Chapter 3: Waking up

The next day Harry woke up early as usual. He got used to wake up in the early hours a very long time ago at the Dursleys'. Aunt Petunia never let him sleep much. Even though she hated him she always found something to do for him. It doesn't really matter what it was because she didn't have to do it and to be honest he always made a proper work. But this morning Harry was smiling because he knew that his life changed in ways he never thought possible. It was yesterday when he came to live with Hermione and her parents and while he thought that he will be a burden to them and also knew that since Hermione and he met, Hermione hardly spent time with her parents. He felt somewhat guilty about this. Harry was a bit relieved when he met Hermione's parents. They were so friendly towards him. He almost felt as he was a relative to them. Like he was a distant relative and hardly saw each other but still was a relative. They made him welcome and while they didn't know him that well they still trust him. Probably because of their daughter put her trust in him so much that she would put her life in his hands. Harry only hoped that he will not disappoint them in any way. He wanted to make a good impression because of his plans. He wanted Hermione to be his for life. The only problem was that, while he was afraid that Hermione does not feel the same way about him, after he tells her about his feeling she won't push him away. But this will not happen in the near future. It was still early to get up. It was only 6 in the morning and while he wanted to go out and run a mile or two, he decided against it. The reasons for this were simple. It was his first day here and he didn't want to start it where he left of at Hogwarts. He wanted to exercise and stay fit but he wanted to start a new life with different things in it. His "exercise program" can be changed. ' Maybe I can put Hermione in it as well. ' he thought while getting out of bed. Harry just couldn't stay any longer in the bed. It was still only 6.23 but he had to do something. And he also promised Hermione that they will start the day at 7am. Then he thought about how nice would it be to wake Hermione up. Not to prank her or something like that. Just nicely go to her bed and wake her with a tea or breakfast. Harry went to his wardrobe to get dressed. He packed out yesterday evening and now everything was in their place. After he was done with the dressing he went to tidy up his bed. While doing this he heard that someone was up as well. Harry was sure that it was Hermione since she was always on time. Harry looked at his watch and started wondering a bit. " Hmm. It's still only 6.37. Hermione up so early after her moaning yesterday? Interesting. " And with that he opened his door and went down to the kitchen. He was surprised when he saw that it wasn't Hermione but her mother Emma.

" Oh, good morning, Harry! What are doing up at this early hour? Would like a tea or coffee? " – asked Emma while getting a mug from one of the shelves. She was really surprised by Harry being up so early. She thought that her daughter and he won't be up till 9 at least.

" Good morning, Mrs. Granger. A tea would be lovely thanks. I'm always up in the early hours of the day. My Aunt never let me sleep too much and it just stayed with me in Hogwarts as well. And it is a good thing sometimes. On the other hand I have plans for the day. I hope Hermione's coming down soon as well. I told her yesterday that we are starting today at 7 so I hope she will be down soon. " – answered Harry while Emma made his tea and sat down in front of him at the table. At this Emma started to smile. Harry was a bit confused. Did he said something funny? Seeing the face Harry made Emma started speaking again.

" Well, first I would like to remind you what did we agreed on, yesterday before everyone went to bed? " – this time Emma was almost grinning. She was happy to see this fine young man. She respected him even without knowing about him much. Yes, Hermione did tell her about him in every letter she sent home but talking about someone and seeing the person in life is different. She was happy that her daughter found herself a proper gentleman.

" To call you Emma. I know. But it's just a reflex. " – Harry replied while taking a sip from his tea.

" Good. I see even in the morning your memory works perfectly. " –at that both of them started smiling. " So back to your plans. I'm not sure Hermione will be down anytime soon, without help of course. " – with that said she started giggling like a schoolgirl.

" But she said she'll be up in time. " – Harry looked at his watch while saying this and was surprised that it was already 11 minutes after 7. And at that instant he had a perfect idea but he needed a bit of help with it.

" Emma, can you help out a little? I just got an idea. " – a now very enthusiastic Harry asked the question with a smile.

" Yeah, sure Harry. What do you have in your mind? " – was the answer given back to Harry. Emma's curious look reminded Harry to Hermione. Now he knew she got this from her mother.

" I was thinking that I could bring breakfast to Hermione. If you don't mind of course. " – Harry just thought about what he said and was a bit worried that it might have been a bit too much. After all he was there for what, 2 days? But his worries were pointless.

" I will help you Harry but you have to answer my question first. And I want an honest and true answer. Do you love my daughter? " – asked Emma with a serious expression on her face. Also Harry saw something else in her eyes. ' Was that hope? Maybe happiness? ' Harry was wondering a second or two but then he answered the question.

" Y-yes. I'm in love with her for a very long time now. I just never had the opportunity to tell her. But now I have. And this whole thing that I could come here is just the perfect opportunity to do that. " – said Harry while thinking about what he just said. This summer is just the perfect opportunity for them to get together and even start to think about the future. Of course if Hermione loves him the way he loves her. But Harry didn't worry about that, because his plan was to make Hermione see that he loves her.

" Just as I thought. " – said Emma smiling at Harry and started to get some breakfast ready. " Also, I would like to say thank you for being honest. I read about you a lot in Hermione's letters and I want you to know that you mean a lot to her. " – and with that Emma put the food on a tray with some coffee and orange juice. " Thank you Emma. She means the life to me. I would do anything for her. I hope I can repay her the help she gave through the years. I wouldn't be here now without her. And thanks for your help. By the way do you have some milk? She likes to drink her coffee with a little milk in it. " – said Harry while picking up the tray. " Milk? Hmm... Since when does my Hermione drinks her coffee with milk? " – asked Emma. She tried to look hurt that she didn't know about it but she failed miserably, due to the fact the while Hermione's own parents didn't know this Harry did pick up this small detail. She started love Harry like the son she didn't have. But she was almost certain that she will have. Well as a son-in-law but a son nevertheless.

" About two maybe three month ago she started to drink it like this. She says that the milk is good for her, because of the vitamins, while the coffee help her wake up. I think she likes it this way because its not as strong as if there is no milk in it but she would never admit that I'm right. " - answered Harry smiling. Emma started to laugh. She knew Harry was right. She would never admit that someone was right without a logical reason. And for Hermione this reason was not logical.

After all this Harry went upstairs to Hermione's room. He silently door then tip-toed into the room. Hermione's room smelled like her shampoo. That strawberry smelling shampoo she always uses. He loved this smell. It was always made him think about her. The good times, when they laugh together. But Harry was on a mission now. He can't make detours in his on head now. He put the tray down on Hermione's nightstand and turned to her sleeping form. Crookshanks was sleeping at his owner's feet. Harry stepped over to the windows. The sun was already up and you could find a single cloud on the horizon. The day started good but now it seemed like it was going to be even better. After all a nice sunny day can lift anyone's spirit. Harry kept that thought in his mind at went back to Hermione's bed where Crookshanks seemed to be sleeping something interesting, due to the fact that he moved his paws like he wanted to catch something or someone. Harry could not stop the smile growing on his face.

So, after having a quick look around in Hermione's look he sat down on her bed and started to whisper her name. When nothing happened Harry called out her name a bit louder but still in a silent tone. At this moment she started to stir but as an answer she just turned on her other side. Now Harry started to understand why Emma said that Hermione won't wake up without help. So Harry made a last attempt to wake her up.

" Hermione, you have to wake up. You are going to be late from class. " – said Harry with a huge grin on his face. But the effect was priceless.

" Ugh, 5 more minutes please. WHAT? CLASS? WHY DIDN'T YOU WAKE ME UP EARLIER? " – she screamed and got up so fast that poor Crookshanks fell to the floor. " Hey! Its my room. HARRY JAMES POTTER! " – said an angry Hermione who has woken up from a very nice dream with a certain black haired male in it.

" Good morning Sleeping Beauty! I told you too be up at 7am sharp. Since you didn't came down in time, I asked your mother if I can bring your breakfast to bed. This was the only way to get you up. And believe me I tried very hard! " – Harry tried to stay and serious as possible but he couldn't manage without a smirk on his face.

At this point Hermione started to think. You can easily see it because she was biting her lower lip. She always does that when she starts thinking. ' Ok, Hermione. Lets think this through: Harry is here waking me up and scaring the living hell out of me while doing it, he did brought up some breakfast and also he is right in the matter of waking me since it was 7:38. Now lets see what options do I have: screaming his head off? No, that doesn't sound good. Thank him for scaring me to death? Nope, still not good. So lets meet up at halfway. ' And with that done she spoke up.

" Good morning, Harry. You will be sorry for trying this type of waking on me but thank you for bringing me breakfast to bed. You're the first to do that for me. Excluding my parents of course. And that one time when Crookshanks brought a dead mice to me after I bought him." – and while she said that she started blushing. Harry's plan was in motion and a good progress was made. They started smiling on that last comment of Hermione's and then Harry brought the tray with food to Hermione. She started eating and they talked a bit. Then Hermione brought up the question about Harry's plan for today. For this Harry simply made a short comment: " You will see. " And with a cheeky smile he stood up and started to walk towards the door. At the door he turned back and said, " Hurry up and meet me downstairs. Oh yeah, almost forgot. Wear something light. The weather is gorgeous and it is going to be really hot and humid later on. "

A/N: OK, as you can I changed a bit on the "style" of my writing. Also I'd like to say that my plan was to make this chapter to be the day that Harry planned but things just got into my mind and this way we can see more detail about them. I really-really hope that you like it. As a side note I hope you like the length of this chapter. I will try to make at least 2000 words from now on. Thanks for reading and Please R&R