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Last time…. Hermione could tell that both men were in for major surprises this summer. Haileigh was a good one for being able to turn a person's world upside down.

Let the fun begin

PRESENT

Grimmauld Place

It had been 2 days since meeting Haileigh in Diagon Alley. Sirius has been continuously bugging Hermione about her cousin and what she was like, what she liked, and when Hermione was going to be seeing Haileigh again.

Hermione had had enough of Sirius's constant questions and had locked herself in her room. She was now reading the letter she had received

Princess,

I'm sorry for having to leave so quickly just after seeing you. I was wondering if you'd like to meet me for lunch in the Leaky Cauldron tomorrow so we can catch up. Send a reply back with Sylvester.

Comet

Hermione quickly wrote a reply and sent Sylvester on his way. Thinking it was safe enough to leave her room by now Hermione headed down to the kitchen to make some tea.

As soon as she walked through the doorway Hermione regretted her decision to come downstairs.

There sitting at the table was not only Remus but Sirius as well. "Finally decide to come down from your tower?"

"I've been out of my room before Sirius. I just make sure you're not around to bug me about my cousin" Remus coughed to cover a laugh and Sirius just glared.

"So I'm curious about her, what's the problem?" He was irritated. Never had it been this difficult for him to get the attention of a woman before. "How many times do I have to tell you?"

"Tell me what?" Hermione gave a frustrated sigh before she continued speaking. "Haileigh is OUT. OF. YOUR. LEAGUE" Sirius was about to reply but Remus stopped him.

"Just drop the subject now Padfoot" "But Moony, Mione's cousin is amazing and I've never felt this strongly about a woman before." "I can tell" Hermione couldn't believe how obsessed Sirius seemed to be. It was really quite strange.

She sighed before telling them about her meeting with Haileigh tomorrow. "I know the both of you are attracted to my cousin" they both stared at her "I'm meeting her tomorrow for lunch at the Leaky Cauldron" both men's eyes lit up at the same time.

"I didn't know you liked her as well Moony" Remus sighed a little "My wolf reacted to her" Sirius and Hermione both stared in shock at Remus. "Has that ever happened before?"

Remus could only shake his head in response, he knew that he had most likely found his mate. But now that he found her he knew that he wouldn't be able to live without her, his wolf wouldn't let him.

Hermione knew the reasons as to why her cousin was out of their league, and she should probably tell them. She moved over to the table to sit with them. "Sirius, there are reasons why I say that she is 'out of your league'' Hermione had their attention now "And why is that?" She sighed before continuing. "Because Haileigh has major issues when it comes to trusting people. Especially men."

"She's had a rough life. I even remember some of the fights she had with her father when I was visiting. And believe me when I say it was NOT pretty"

Hermione now had Remus' full attention "What happened?"

"Well some things I'm not going to say because it's her story. But a couple years ago she was dating a guy named Nick"

Both men remained quiet so she continued. "They were really close and Haileigh really loved him, but Nick cheated on her. He completely ripped Haileigh's heart out, tore it to pieces and stomped on it."

"Haileigh was devastated and closed herself up to everyone. Even me. Nobody could really get her to open up, her trust in everyone was pretty much gone except for her mother, little sister, and me."

"Did she date anyone else after that?" Remus had spoken so quietly that Hermione almost missed it.

"She dated a girl named Lindsay two years after that. She was able to get her to open up and trust people a little bit more."

"Wait, your cousin is gay?"

"No Sirius, Haileigh is bisexual. Now shut up and let me speak" Remus quickly moved the conversation so Sirius didn't say something stupid again.

"So why is it that she doesn't trust men?" Hermione sighed. This was really difficult to explain.

"Because of her father" both Remus and Sirius stared in shock. "What happened?" "That is something I can't explain. It's so difficult and Haileigh would probably be upset with me"

Remus suddenly thought of something and was curious to know. "Hermione is Haileigh a muggleborn like you?" She smiled before explaining. "Actually Haileigh is a Halfblood. My mother is her father's sister who happen to be muggles"

"The Keipe family is an old pureblood family from Germany. They moved to America during World War II. Oh and Haileigh's mom and dad never got married so she has her mother's name."

She let the information sink in and quietly sipped her tea. It was quiet for awhile before either of them said anything. The silence was broken by a tapping sound on the window. Remus got up to let the owl in. It was a beautiful brown barn owl, Hermione recognized him as Sylvester.

He perched himself in front of her waiting patiently. It was a reply from Haileigh along with a letter from Aunt Michelle, and her cousin Kendra.

First was confirmation from Haileigh about lunch tomorrow and a small shopping trip in muggle London. The second contained an invitation and a letter from her aunt.

Hermione

I hope school has been going well for you and life is treating you well now that the war is over. The invitation enclosed is for a surprise party for Haileigh's 21st birthday. It's going to be quite big and I do believe her grandparents have sent invites to other people they know there over in England, like the Blacks. Please try to keep Haileigh from knowing. I know it can be difficult but I'm sure you'll manage. The invitation is also a portkey so no need to worry about where the party will be.

Hope to see you there,

Aunt Michelle

"Wow" Hermione could only stare. 'Who's idea was it to throw Haileigh a surprise party? Do they have a death wish?'

"What's wrong Hermione?" she turned to look at Remus before answering. "I got an invitation to a surprise party for Haileigh"

"That's not so bad"

"It is, because she really doesn't like surprises. She hates them more than I do."

"Oh"

"I guess you'll be getting one as well Sirius"

"Why would I get one?"

"Because apparently the Keipe's know your family well enough to send you an invite"

"I really don't remember anything like that. It probably happened after I left my parents when I was 16" Hermione went on to open her next letter from Kendra

Hiya Mia

I just wanted to let you know that when the next school year starts I'll be attending Hogwarts with you. Isn't that exciting! Did you get the invitation for Haileigh's surprise party yet? I really don't get what my family was thinking. When Haileigh finds out she's probably going to kill someone. I should know seeing as I've pissed her off many times before. Good times. So I look forward to seeing you at the party and FYI it's a formal party. So wear a dress cause you kind of have to.

See ya soon!

Kendra

Hermione couldn't help but laugh. She had forgotten how over the top Kendra could be, and not to mention she could be a lot like Haileigh sometimes too. The two of them could have been twins if not for the four and a half year age difference.

She showed the letter to Sirius and Remus and they both let out a chuckle. "How old is she?"

"Kendra is 16 and Haileigh's little sister. The two of them are so different from each other. Like night and day. Haileigh would be night and Kendra is day"

"But they're both a lot alike sometimes as well. It can be scary at times"

Noticing how late it had gotten Hermione said goodnight and went upstairs to bed. She was excited for tomorrow and looking forward to how the rest of this summer would play out.

FT: Well there you have it. A lot longer than my first 2 chapters, which is awesome! I hope you enjoyed it.

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