Chapter SEVEN- Bittersweet Revenge
Monday 2/7
MONDAY 2/7
Jonks,
My God you are such a whinger. Just because you got beat up by both Granger and Malfoy doesn't mean I have to empathise with you. In fact, I'm jumping for joy!
We got the Mudblood and traitor both in our little pockets and now we can stuff them in and get revenge, if only the sensible way at first, then we can pummel them; you can have Malfoy and I'll have Granger. This will be sweet and if we play it the right way, we can use their heads as balls.
Sue them, that's the safest way at first. No doubt Malfoy will want to get his revenge on Xavier so he'll defend Granger and who knows, we may be able to get the two traitors together so they don't have o die alone.
Don't stuff this up Jonks; I got you from Azkaban YOU owe ME. Or would you rather it your head through the hoop?
Shane.
To: Herm Granger
From: Mummy and Daddy
Re: Hello.
Hello sweetie,
We have finally got email, as you can see! Your cousin Terry hooked it up for us, last weekend.
How have you been sweetie? We thought the Nazi took you, we haven't heard from you in what seems like ages. You still have a phone don't you? You haven't totally gone wizard on us, have you?
Anyway, your Father and I are doing pretty well. The business is growing strongly and we've had more patients than before. On Friday we're going to a conference in Scotland, it should be fun besides the fact we are going to talk about teeth. Your Fathers looking forward to it, although, I haven't quite told him I was invited as well.
So Missy, how's your love life going? Ginny emailed me and informed me that you and Ron broke up... how unfortunate! He was much better than that Michael guy, I was scared that you're children would grow up with oversized heads.
Ok, that was unnecessary, but all in all the truth.
I hear that you have a new fling, if I am not mistaken, Darren or David, I think his name was. You must bring him over for us too meet, after the Conference.
Well sweetie I'd best be off. Your Fathers complaining that that water is overflowing from the oven. I just don't see why he can't get up and remove the lid. You try getting that promotion that you highly deserve ok?
We both love you,
Mummy and Dad.
To: Gin Weasley
From: Michael Breenay
Re: What?
Well since no one offers to tell me anything, I have to find out the hard way all of the time. Although this time I found it quite easy when I heard Aneen yelling over her desk to Ted, telling him about the little-get-together, which I yet again, wasn't invited too.
Oh of course I heard Sharmayne shout it. That woman never shuts up.
Either way, I don't find it your business Ms. Weasley and good on Hermione for moving on, and finding, Drarry or Harco or whoever he is and whatever his bloody name is.
Michael.
To: Gin Weasley
From: Herm Granger
Re: MY MOTHER
It's nice to know that you and my mother are close, but what's this about a romance life? David or Darren…could she be muddled up and actually meant to write DRACO? Hmmm?
Ginevra Weasley I told you nothing happened between us, ok? I haven't seen him lately anyways.
See you tomorrow,
Hermione
To: Herm Granger
From: Gin Weasley
Re: Fine
Yes, I told her about you and Ron breaking up, but she probably mixed up you for me, I'm the one dating David, not you.
Mothers are so silly sometimes!
Oh all right, yes I told her about Draco and everyone at work too. So there. But remember Granger: I have connections with Malfoy.
Connections Granger.
Think about it.
Ginny.
P.S. Connections
To: Gin Weasley
From: Herm Granger
Re: Connections
I'll give you connections Weasley.
I'll connect you to a wall and hex you until the slugs slide out of your ears and nose and until you laugh so hard that your trachea comes out of your mouth!
Don't think this is an open threat Ginevra Weasley. You know what I am capable of.
See you tomorrow
Hermione
To: Herm Granger
From: Gin Weasley
Re: ok.
Oh fine! Party Pooper.
To: Herm Granger
From: Human Resources
Re:Legal Action
Dear Hermione Granger,
I have been informed by a: Jeremy Jonks that some inappropriate behaviour occurred on Saturday night, on your behalf.
It is none of my concern of the incident that was subjected on that night, but as your advisory contact, Jeremy Jonks has consulted me to notify you that he has decided to take Legal Action before you.
He is in a stable condition, but has suffered a broken nose.
On a working reminder, this is unacceptable behaviour Hermione Granger, and if any of your violence is conducted at work, serious action will be accounted for.
Vanessa McGaughn
Director
Human Resources
London Post
To: Draco Malfoy
From:David Felnof
Re: Got a call
I just got a call from Ginny. Turns out the bastards suing Hermione for hitting him. What a wimp.
But I emailed you (before work, note) because, since you and her obviously have a dislike for this shady character, you might want to be her lawyer in the case. Because it's probably you, Ginny asked, or me but Hermione will probably go with Josh or a totally other firm.
It's up to you.
David.
To: Gin Weasley
Fr: Herm Granger
Re: Oh, geez…I wonder
YOU DID WHAT! Ginny, I am capable of finding my own lawyer! I don't need you and 'Dan Kaye' to give me a boost! I'm stressed out enough…and you commend Draco Malfoy of all people! You're lucky Sharmayne and I are occupied checking out the water cooler guy…
RedHeadedWench: Oh settle now...child. If anything I think you're rather enjoying this tryst with Draco.
AudiciousGossipMonger: What tryst! I bumped into him at the bloody hospital, and you're already thinking about a wedding…or is it just the food?
RedHeadedWench: A wedding already? Hermione, you should get to know the guy first….
AudiciousGossipMonger: GINNY!
RedHeadedWench: You now, the more defensive you are, the truer it is…
AudiciousGossipMonger: That does it; I'm going to do something so immature….
RedHeadedWench: Hermione, what….
RedHeadedWench: HERMIONE!
To: David Felnof
From: Draco Malfoy
Re: What….
What may I ask am I going to do with her address? I can't just email her and say "Hey Granger, hear you beat up a guy…never thought you had it in ya…was it with a book? Anyway, I hear you need a lawyer, well you got one here. Hello,"
Are you insane, have you forgotten we were enemies at school, I'm sure I mentioned it. You tell your little red that I'm busy the next few weeks.
Oh and in the future, DON'T try to get me clients.
Yours EVER-so kindly,
Draco.
To: Draco Malfoy draco.
From: David Felnof david.
Re: Why…
Why can't you say that? It sounds nice on paper…scared she might hit you? Haha!
Oh be a man Draco; just email her yourself. I can't believe a woman intimidates you, or are you smitten?
David
To: Hermione Granger
From:Draco Malfoy
Re: Pending Law Suit
Dear Ms Granger,
I am aware that you are in need of a lawyer for a pending law suit, unfortunately my time schedule is full, ensuing that I am unable to defend you in court.
However if you would like to stay with the firm you may like to confide in Joshua Grey or David Felnof. Their emails are at the bottom of the page.
All apologies,
Draco Malfoy
To: Herm Granger
Fr: Gin Weasley
Re:I assume…
…That by your abrupt laughter Jess and Nick have finally split up. But personally I think you should be more distressed about the 'Appropriate Work Behaviour' course that we have to attend. I mean it wouldn't have happened had you not come barging into my office like a bull on red and thrown my cheese and spinach fettuccini in the rubbish bin. You know how much I love my Italian!
Ginny
P.S. It was pretty stupid, not much of retribution
To: Gin Weasley
From: Herm Granger
Re: Tough
Attach: DracoMalfoy.098
It serves you right anyway. Ha, I almost thought you were going to eat it from the rubbish bin. But no, instead you aimed it at me! Too bad the door opened and Vanessa got the hit. You're such a bad aimer.
"This is irresponsible behaviour for two senior writers," blabla, she's just jealous that she doesn't have close friends to throw pasta at! What's wrong with me Ginny? I'm doing the most stupid things lately!
Anyway, Draco Malfoy emailed me today saying 'his schedule is too full' Puh-lease; he should just cut the crap and just say, 'I don't work with Mudbloods'
How do you think I should reply to him? Nice and formal? Or straight to the point, Granger style? Any ideas?
Hermione
To: Gin Weasley; Herm Granger
From: Human Resources
Re: Intolerable behaviour
Ladies, or should I say girls? No need to be formal so I won't.
Due to your irresponsible behaviour in Ms Weasley's office, both of you must attend a Work and attitude seminar on Monday 9th July, at the Wentworth building, Suite 12 at 10:00am sharp.
Also Ms Weasley, you will be receiving a Dry Cleaning Bill with the amount it will take to clean this cheese stain off my new Ralph Lauren suit.
I hope in future you will act with more maturity and dignity.
Sincerely,
Vanessa McGaughnHuman Resource Division
London Post
To: Herm Granger
From: Gin Weasley
Re: WHAT AN EGOGISTICAL…
Why the hell should I have to pay for her bloody 'Ralph Lauren' suit? She shouldn't wear expensive clothes in a newspaper office, she should bloody well know it's a war zone…personally I don't see why she has to brag; well all know she gets her clothes from the Salvo's.
Getting off the D.O.C. I think you should stir around with Malfoy for a while. David said you two would be a good match, you're both sarcastic, witty and hate David…it should be an interesting battle.
Anyway I have to go, I have a stack of work and review to attend. I'll see you tomorrow.
Love,
Ginny
To: Gin Weasley
From: Herm Granger
Re: Oh you…
Are a harsh one aren't you. Yeah I think I will play around with Malfoy for a while, he deserves it.
Anyway, I've got some inside-office goss, turns out our little D.O.C. had a bit of fun last night, no not sexually Gin. Ted and I 'over-heard' her saying she met this wonderful man last night, tall, handsome, rich (go figure) and smart- but we all know she just raised her voice so we could all hear.
Have fun i'll see you tomorrow,
Hermione
To: Draco Malfoy
From: Herm Granger
Re: Lawyer issues
Dear Draco Malfoy,
How unfortunate it is that you couldn't be of service, I hear you are quite a skilled and successful lawyer. But it seems to me that you have some colleagues that could be of service, it is really appreciated, but unnecessary.
I did some research and found you have a cousin Xavier Malfoy, who is also a Lawyer, and just as successful, would you recommend him?
Thank you for you consideration and facilitate, but ill manage from here.
Yours sincere,
Hermione Granger.
To: Herm Granger
From: Draco Malfoy
Re: Xavier Malfoy
Ms Granger,
Seeing as you didn't want any help ill give you some advice, I do not recommend Xavier Malfoy, he is unreliable and irresponsible as you are yourself. I mean who would think Hermione Granger would get drunk and go Kung Fu on a man?
But it's nice to know you considered me. I thought you'd want nothing to do with me, guess that was as much of a surprise as you hitting a man. Anyways, you'll need more help than Xavier Malfoy, on a note.
Yours kindly,
Draco Malfoy.
To: Draco Malfoy
From: Herm Granger
Re: Awe I'm shattered.
As you can see I've dismissed formality from this email, I don't see the need to be formal to you.
You're not intimidated by your cousin are you Mr. Malfoy? Is that why you stress so much on his lack of capability? Draco Malfoy intimidated? I guess things can change.
No loss for me Draco, I'm capable of finding a lawyer, who is more obsessed in his job than his looks. Just to let you know, I had no idea that The Reds decided to recommend me to you.
Yours truly,
Hermione Granger.
P.S. I know you wouldn't want to defend me, you know you're not good enough and will loose. The truth really hurts sometimes.
P.P.S. Sarcasm isn't really an attractive characteristic- I should know.
To: Draco Malfoy
From: Josh Grey
Re: Hmm,
Considering you're laughing, something's not right. Draco Malfoy, laughing? Hahah, hmmm.
I'm guessing it's to do with your 'delightful' cousin, or your 'adoringly' scary Aunt, or you found a fat man in a porn website. I somehow have a strange feeling it's the former.
Anyway, I'm just emailing to warn you that, you should stop sniggering; we are all getting suspicious and uncomfortable. Have you forgotten laughing give you wrinkles? Think of your face! Oh the humanity!
Josh.
To: Josh Grey
From:Draco Malfoy
Re: I've decided
…To risk a smirk for the sake of my amusement. It seems my fellow 'schoolie' has a sarcastic sense of humour and is challenging my to the battle of the wits. She thinks I'm too chicken to defend her in the courtroom. I knew she wanted me. Anyway, you know that guy who I had to take to hospital; yeah well she was the one who broke his nose. I didn't think she had it in her.
Times are a-changing.
Draco
To: Draco Malfoy
From: Josh Grey
Re: Um Draco…
Well I wouldn't mess around with her, she'd destroy that 'oh so perfect' face of yours.
But aside from that, don't you think it looks just a bit suspicious that an owl is at your window in broad daylight. Don't want anyone finding out your roots do you?
Dear cousin Draco,
It has been a while since we have exchanged words and have seen each other face-to-face. But it has been even longer since we have written to each other in one form or another. I personally don't see why you resort to Muggle technology, the 'old fashioned' owling works just fine.
I'm sure you've heard about Aunt Blacks gathering held in a few weeks, many from the ministry will be attending. But I'm sure you're not interested.
On a more friendly note, I would just like to rub in the fact that I have a new case, when was your last one Draco? Well this involves a wizard Jeremy Jonks and what I can only assume a muggle. Turns out my client was abused by a woman and suffered a broken nose and bad bruising. Pathetic really, if the man had any dignity he wouldn't even have bothered, but he assures me this wench and he have had encounters before. An easy case really, and it will be taken through a muggle courtroom. Should be another win against my name, don't you think? You haven't had one for a while, or is that because you haven't had a case hm?
I'm sure Aunt Black would rather give more inheritance to a man who is reliable and can win, don't you think?
Anyway, I will leave you their cousin, and shall see you in a few weeks.
Yours truly,
Xavier Malfoy.
To: Draco Malfoy
From: Josh Grey
Re: Interesting…
Interesting choice in words Draco, and from experience I think it has something to do with your cousin. I mean who owls these days?
Could you just keep your blasphemy and curses down a notch a little? I'm currently with a client who already thinks you're a madman.
Josh.
To: Josh Grey
From:Draco Malfoy
Re: Madman
Yeah that's my bloody cousin for you. Turns out he's going to be prosecuting Hermione. And he's dead set on winning, and I can't let that happen….his winning I mean.
Josh, I think I'm going to do something I'm going to sincerely regret…
To: Draco Malfoy draco.
From: Josh Grey
Re:What!
You're going to cancel your botox appointment! God forbid!
So your going to defend Hermione aren't you?
To: Josh Grey
From:Draco Malfoy
Re: …
Yes.
To: Draco Malfoy
From: David Felnof
Re: I couldn't…
Help in overhearing your cursing at your cousin I assume, and listening to Joshua telling me that you're considering to defend Ms Granger. Well good luck, knowing your close relationship I'm sure she will just 'jump' at the opportunity for you to defend her.
If you need any help to convince her, here's Ginny's email address:
ginevra.
To: David Felnof
From: Draco Malfoy
Re: no comment…
I'm not as pathetic as you look. I can handle Granger all by myself and I don't need Red to help me out. It's not for her sake, but rather the revenge on my cousin. So don't get any ideas.
Draco
To: Gin Weasley
From: Draco Malfoy
Re: Don't delete
We aren't the best of companions, actually we aren't that at all, but I need you to convince Granger that I'll be her lawyer. I know I said no before, but something's come up, and I figure she's going to need more help than she thought.
You see my cousin Xavier is defending the 'innocent' and well…oh why the heck I'm I telling you…
Can you just try convincing Granger? I'm going to email her now…
Um, thanks I guess…
Draco.
To: Draco Malfoy
From: Gin Weasley
Re:Interesting proposal
Hello Malfoy, how have you been in the past ten years or so? I loved your straight to the point introduction, very Malfoy-esque.
I don't know if ill be a bit to help you. I mean she was have a nice time stirring you up, but I don't think she would want you as her lawyer, knowing your fruitful past. But hey I'll try, and if it works, you owe me lunch.
Ginny
To: Herm Granger
From:Draco Malfoy
Re: Okay Granger
No time for pleasantries, I know you're desperate for a lawyer and look I know you don't want me but I will… help you. I don't have to explain my reasons for doing so; it's just that some things have come up.
I don't know if it is coincidental that you mention my cousin, or if in fact you knew that he is prosecuting you. Anyway I can't let my cousin win; it's a pureblood thing- no offence of course.
So Granger what do you say? I'll even do it for free I don't care, I'm not thrilled about it, but desperate times depend on desperate measures. What do you say?
Draco
To: Draco Malfoy
From: Herm Granger
Re: hmmm
No.
It was such an inspiring piece, but because it was all about you, I thought, well better not let me ruin it.
Better luck next time trying to payback your cousin and wooing a lady. I see you're not experienced.
Unofficially apologetic,
Hermione Granger
REMASTERED
SouredSweetie