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Chapter 11 – Dumbledore's Warning
It was getting later in the evening. The moon was beginning to shine through the common room window. The fire was crackling quietly in the background, as Hermione and Draco sat beside one another on the couch. The room was tense, and both Hermione and Draco could feel it.
Draco reached over, grabbed some paper, and handed it over to Hermione.
"How?" said Draco as he sat with his arm around Hermione.
Hermione looked over at Draco with confusion, "What do you mean how?...We had sex that's how".
"I know, but how could this happen?...We were always careful" said Draco.
Hermione began to cry more, "No we weren't. Not the first time at least".
Draco then remembered the night after the Halloween ball.
"How many months?" said Draco as he continued to comfort Hermione.
"1…and…a…half" said Hermione between sobs.
Draco dropped his head into his hands, as Hermione continued to cry. Both could not believe what had happened. No one even knew about there relationship, and now matters were worse. What were they to do?
"Look Hermione…" Draco began.
Their was a knock at the door. Hermione wiped her tears and went over to the door to see who it was.
"Its Ginny, Harry and Ron", said Hermione as she looked through the small hole.
"Let them come in" said Draco as cleaned up the tissues on the table and couch.
Hermione opened the door and let her friends in.
Ron walked in and gave Hermione a hug and kiss, "We were just leaving. We came by to bid one last farewell."
Hermione smiled, while holding back tears, "Have fun during your break. Don't forget to write to keep me updated on what you guys are up to".
"Yeah yeah, you know we won't" chuckled Harry.
Ginny gave Harry a small punch in the arm, "Don't worry Hermione I'll make sure they write".
"Alright we better get going. Later Malfoy", said Ron with a sneer.
"Have a fun trip" said Draco.
Hermione looked back at him and smiled. She gave everyone one last hug and wished them a fun and safe trip home.
Hermione closed the door behind her, went back, and sat beside Draco.
"Draco…I'm scared", said Hermione as she begin to tear up again.
"Let's go see Dumbledore. We have to tell him what is going on. He is the only one that will be able to help us out", said Draco.
Hermione nodded. Draco helped a crying Hermione to her feet. They left the common room and headed for Dumbledore's office. Once the got their, they stepped on to the stairs and approached the door.
Draco knocked on the door, while at the same time, keeping a hold on Hermione.
"Professor Dumbledore?...Are you in there?" asked Draco from outside the door.
The door slowly opened and there stood the Professor in what looked like, his pajamas getting ready for bed so early.
"Mr Malfoy, Mrs. Granger, what brings you two here at this time?', asked Dumbledore.
Hermione looked up at Professor Dumbledore with tears still flowing, "Do you have a moment?".
Dumbledore nodded and let the two in the room.
Hermione and Draco went in and sat on the couch in front of Dumbledore's desk while Dumbledore sat across from them.
"Mrs. Granger" Dumbledore began, "Please, tell me that, what I am thinking you are about to tell me, is false".
Hermione looked over at Draco and began to cry again.
"Now, now, Mrs. Granger, please do not cry. It is not healthy for either of you. Do not worry, we will figure this out" said Dumbledore as he tried to comfort a crying Hermione and a terrified Draco.
"Professor Dumbledore…I just want to know one thing", said Draco.
Dumbledore looked at him from the top of his glasses.
"Are Hermione and myself…in…in…in danger?" asked Draco with fear.
Hermione looked up at Draco and then towards Professor Dumbledore, "Draco what are you talking about?"
"My father is a death eater, which means he is associated with Voldemort. Hermione I want you…you both to be safe", said Draco as he put his arms around Hermione.
"I'm afraid", began Dumbledore as Hermione and Draco looked over at him.
"I'm afraid, you two are in danger. The Ministry of Magic has set out somewhat of a warning that Voldemort is planning a catastrophic event. The only information we know is…he is coming after muggle-borns. Now, Draco, since his father is a death eater, it is expected that you assume your role as a death eater. However, as you are not, Voldemort will not be happy with this. Your father is a long time follower of Voldemort, and he would never go against him, which in turn means, he could give you up for death in a heartbeat. Myself and some of the other teachers are concerned that, your father and Voldemort will be coming after you two, because of the fact, in their eyes, they see it as Draco's betrayal. We do not know when or where anything will happen, but some evil is approaching".
"Professor, I had a dream, in which someone is giving inside information to the dark side, but I could not make out who they were", said Hermione.
Dumbledore looked at Hermione through the top of his glasses, "Is this how this whole thing began?"
"Yes", said Draco.
"Listen to me carefully, both of you, try to remember as much as you can from these dreams. This could give us possible information as to what Voldemort and Lucius are planning, if anything," said Dumbledore.
Hermione was shaking sitting there, "Professor…what…what…what about the…the baby?"
"I'm afraid that is up to you two to decide. Think about it and let me know soon. I think it is best that you get some sleep, both of you. I am sure you have both had a rough evening", said Dumbledore.
Draco helped Hermione up and headed for the door.
"Thank you Professor", said Draco.
Dumbledore smiled at them both. He bid them good night and shut the door.
They got to the bottom of the steps from Dumbledore's office. The halls were quite empty. There were very few students, as everyone had gone home by now.
Hermione clutched her stomach.
Draco quickly grabbed Hermione, "Babe you ok?"
"Yeah…but…I'm really, really hungry", said Hermione.
Draco smiled, "Well let's go and feed you two".
Hermione looked up at Draco as a tear flew down her cheek.
"Hermione no, no…I'm sorry. Please don't cry we will figure everything out ok", said Draco as he gave Hermione a hug.
"Well, well, well, what do we have here", came a voice from down the hall.
"Professor Snape", said Hermione.
"What is going on here?" he asked with a sneer.
"Um…we just went to see Professor Dumbledore", said Draco.
"Why is Mrs. Granger crying now?", asked Snape.
"Well…um…", began Draco.
"Not you Mr Malfoy, Mrs. Granger", said Snape.
"Um well…I um…just have been feeling a little home sick", said Hermione.
Snape looked unconvinced, "Be careful you two. I am watching you".
With that said, Snape walked off.
Hermione clutched her stomach again.
"Come on lets get you something to eat", said Draco as he led them to the Great hall.
The four long tables that were in the Great Hall during the school had now been replaced with on long table in the middle of the hall, since there were only some students left at the castle during the break.
Hermione and Draco went over to the far end where no one was. Draco sat down by Hermione and pilled up a plate full of food for himself and Hermione. They both began to eat there meals in the quiet hall, with just some teachers and a few students.
"Hermione, can I tell you something?" said Draco.
Hermione put her utensils down and looked over at Draco, "Sure".
"I love you", said Draco.
He really does, he won't leave me, he is giving me reassurance so I know that I can completely trust him. "I love you too", said Hermione.
The both of them sat there just talking about everything that has happened between them since the start of the year. Around 8:30pm, the fellow Professors sent everyone up to there dorms for bed.
Hermione and Draco got into there common room, where Draco went and sat on the sofa.
"Um Draco…" Hermione began.
Draco looked over at her, "Yeah?".
"Do you mind if I sleep in my room tonight? I really need to think about what I want to do about this whole situation", said Hermione.
Draco got up and walked over to Hermione. He gave her a gentle kiss, "Hermione, just know, that I am behind you 110. I would love to keep this baby, and I will take such good car of you both. But it is ultimately your choice".
Hermione gave Draco a kiss, and went up to her room. Draco went back to the sofa where he slowly fell asleep. He didn't want to sleep in his room, a room without Hermione.
Hermione was sitting by her window ledge, with her diary open on her lap. She picked up a quill, and slowly began to write.
Winter Break,
Well at least the break is here, I just wish it had begun a little more differently. Who knew, who knew that my 7th year at Hogwarts would turn out to be more of a scare than I thought it would have been. Who knew that I, Hermione Granger, would find Draco Malfoy the one for me. I am so scared as to what is ahead for me. Before it was always, study hard and become a healer. But now I have other things to put ahead of me. I might have a child to take care of. I feel 110 convinced that Draco will be by my side. But, what about Ron? How am I going to tell him all this? Harry and Ginny have been great…but what will they say once they have found out that I have crossed the limits? Will they still be by my side, and Draco's. I am scared more for Draco. Who knows what his father is capable of. I'm at the point where, if anything were to happen to him, I don't know what I would do. Bringing this baby into the world can be a dangerous decision. It will be in danger until, Lucius and Voldemort are brought down. I can tell that Draco's wants this child. I don't have any right to take this baby away from him, but then again what about me. Am I just being selfish?...what do I do?
Hermione started to feel tired. She closed up her diary and placed it on her table. She walked over to her dresser where her pajamas were. She put on her bottoms, but just as she was about to put on her top, she began to look in the mirror. I won't be seeing this for a while.
Hermione walked over to her bed and fell fast asleep nearly instantly, as she was so tired and weak.
"So, your not going to do what I say?"
"No, nothing you say or do will change my decision to stay by Draco"
"Well, I guess I didn't threaten or scare you enough"
"You will never be able to scare me!"
"EXPELLIARMUS…awwn does that hurt?"
She slow got up and regained her strength, "Don't think I'm going to give in. You can kill me for all I care!"
"Well, someone's putting up a strong front"
"Not putting up, I have a strong front"
"Well then, it must be out of fear, of losing someone perhaps?"
"I'm not like you, who has strong front out of fear"
"You'll be sorry for that, mark my words"
Hermione jolted up and sat on her bed. She was sweating and was more scared than she had ever been. Hermione jumped out of bed, put on her robe and ran out of her room.
"DRACO!", Hermione yelled from the top of the stairs.
Draco got up off the couch and ran to the stairs where Hermione was coming down. She jumped into his arms and was shaking.
"Hermione?!?! What happened???" said Draco with grave concern.
Hermione began to tear, "We're in danger…and so is our baby"
She's going to keep it?. "What are you talking about?", said Draco.
"I…I…I had a dream…someone is coming after us", she said breathlessly
"Hermione calm down", said Draco as he tried to hold on to her.
"Dumbledore…we have to go tell him", said Hermione.
"Hermione, we need to get you to the hospital wing first", said Draco.
"No…take me to…too", said Hermione as she fainted.
Draco quickly picked her up before she fell on the ground. He walked over to the sofa and placed her on it. He quickly tapped a note to Dumbledore. Within a few minutes, Dumbledore was in the room.
"Professor", said Draco.
"What happened", asked Dumbledore as he looked over and Hermione lying on the sofa.
"She had a dream. She came running downstairs frantically, scared and saying someone's after us", said Draco.
"mmm…"
Draco looked over and noticed that Hermione was beginning to regain her strength.
"Hermione…oh my god, I was so worried", said Draco as he took her into his arms.
"I'm fine", said Hermione. "Professor, they're coming".
"Who, my dear", said Dumbledore as he went over to the sofa.
"I don't know but myself, Draco and the baby, are in danger", said Hermione.
"Do not worry. I will look into this. However, for now, go upstairs and get ready. We need to take you to the hospital wing so we can begin keeping and eye on you both", said Dumbledore.
"Alright", said Hermione.
"I will meet you two there", said Dumbledore and left.
Draco picked up Hermione and took her upstairs. He filled the tub with warm water and some bubble soap. Hermione got in and sat there in the water, with Draco right outside the tub.
"You really had me worried", said Draco as he caressed her forehead.
"I'm sorry. I did not mean to scare you. I just was worried about you and the baby", said Hermione.
"So I'm guessing you decided to keep it?" said Draco.
"After seeing how much you cared for this baby and how much you wanted it, it made me see how much I wanted to keep it too", said Hermione.
Draco gave Hermione a kiss, "I love you".
"I love you too", said Hermione.
"You know we are in for a tough battle", said Draco.
"For you, I can give my life", said Hermione.
"Shh…don't say that. I don't know what I would do without you", said Draco.
Hermione smiled, "Alright get out, so I can change".
Draco chuckled, "I have seen you naked but I can't stay while you change?"
"Get going", said Hermione with a smile.
Draco left and waited in the common room. Hermione changed and went downstairs. They both headed out the door and to the hospital wing.
It was only 9:00am I the morning. Everyone was still asleep. Hermione and Draco walked into the hospital wing where Dumbledore was standing with Madam Pomfrey.
"Hello dear. How are you feeling?" asked Madam Pomfrey.
"I'm ok", said Hermione as she got onto the bed with Draco's help.
"Now, Mrs. Granger, Madam Pomfrey is going to do some test to make sure how you are doing. After the events of last night and this morning, it is vital to make sure everything is ok" said Dumbledore.
"You want me to stay?", Draco asked Hermione.
Hermione smiled, "Obviously I want you to stay here".
"I will see you two soon", said Dumbledore.
"Thank you Professor", said Hermione.
"Now before I begin some tests Hermione dear, you should know that, there might be some complications because you are still quite young and you and very small too", said Madam Pomfrey.
"I am aware of that", said Hermione.
"Even magic can't do anything about the miracle of having a child", said Madam Pomfrey.
Madam Pomfrey placed some patches on Hermione's flat stomach and tapped up a screen.
"This will give us a first look", said Madam Pomfrey.
Hermione looked over at Draco, "Ready?".
Draco bent down and kissed Hermione, "I hope so".
Hermione chuckled and both of them turned over there attention to the screen.
"We are ready Madam Pomfrey", said Hermione.
Madam Pomfrey smiled; she zapped on the screen, which will allow there first look.
"Now let's see", began Madam Pomfrey.
Hermione looked over at Draco with fear in her eyes. They were both scared. From this point on everything was going to change. Besides the fact there was a baby coming, the growing danger of Lucius was also approaching.
Draco and Hermione looked over at Madam Pomfrey, who had fear in her eyes.
"Madam Pomfrey?", asked Draco, "Is everything ok?"
"I'm sorry…there is going to be more complications than I had hoped there would be", said Madam Pomfrey.
Draco looked over at Hermione, who was now very worried.
"Madam Pomfrey…What's wrong?" asked Hermione with fear.
Hey Everyone!
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