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House Hunting
It had gotten too late to go house hunting that evening but Dumbledore had announced at dinner that everyone could go the next morning. Those remaining would have an entire day to shop so they could definitely be sure on their decision. That day came quickly and everyone was seen going to the Great Hall.
The atmosphere had changed from a few days ago, some people were very happy with their partners and some were not. After breakfast the 5th 6th and 7th years were able to go house hunting with their soon to be brides and grooms. The golden trio were talking about their experiences thus far with their partners.
"… She told me she wanted 5 kids and three dogs and kept asking me how we defeated Voldemort but all in all it wasn't that bad." Harry told them.
"Well that sounds awfully nice Potter but nobody cares" Said a familiar voice belonging to the one and only Draco Malfoy.
"What do you care Malfoy" spat Harry
"Yeah what you want?" Snapped Ron venomously wincing at how lame that sounded.
"I don't, obviously. I just came over here for Granger." He answered sarcastically looking at his manicured nails with a sombre expression.
"What do you want me for?"
"House hunting I should think." He stated simply.
"Ok" looking at Harry and Ron she said "I better go guys. I'll see you later"
"Alright see ya" the boys called as she walked with Blaise and Draco along the hall between table and out the door.
"I really feel for her Harry, having to be married to those two slimy bustards. I would have killed myself," said Ron strongly.
"The biggest shock for me is that both Malfoy and Zabini are bisexual. They're the last people I'd expect to be bisexual!" said Harry.
"Yeah, I know what you mean. I wonder how Hermione is taking it- that's got to be awkward and confusing," Said Ron who wouldn't want to see two guys kissing.
"What's confusing and awkward," said a voice, the boys turned around and saw Lavender walking towards them.
"The fact Malfoy and Zabini are bisexual, and Hermione has to live with that," explained Ron to his bride to be.
"Oh Ronald, she probably doesn't find it awkward, I'm sure you two wouldn't mind seeing two girls kissing," the boys nodded their heads, large grins on their faces
"Well I'm sure Hermione doesn't mind seeing two attractive boy kiss, sooner or later she will have to have sex with both boys at one time, so she'll have to get used to it," Lavender told them, but both boys shuddered at the image of Hermione having sex with Draco Malfoy and Blaise Zabini.
"Gosh, Poor Hermione!" sympathized Harry, "having to sleep with Malfoy and Zabini,"
"She's probably not even worried about it, in the slightest. Knowing Hermione, she most likely hasn't even thought about it. If you really want to think about something that's disturbing, imagine Snape and McGonagall getting down and dirty under the sheets" said Lavender shuddering as the image made its way into her mind.
"You know.. think I'm going to find Pansy, thanks for that Lav, really appreciated it," Harry said sarcastically rubbing his eyes hoping to rid himself of the image his Transfiguration and Potions Professor having sex. He then ran down the corridor in search for Pansy.
"That's cruel Lav, real cruel!" said Ron scowling at her, she just laughed, kissed his head and went in the same direction Hermione, Draco and Blaise went.
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"I was thinking that it would be a good idea to have a list of five things that we are looking for." said Hermione confidently. Unknown to her both boys were intentionally walking behind her to look at her firm backside. Coming back to the present Blaise answered her question.
"Well I think a large back garden is top priority then a-"
"Gym!" buttered Draco
"And a study or library." Giggled Hermione as they reminded her of the twins who always finished each other's sentences.
"How many bedrooms?" chuckled Blaise, seeing Hermione giggle and he couldn't think of anything cuter. He had to mentally slap himself when he realised how girly he sounded.
"4 should be a good number." Decided Draco.
"Its got to be in a good location". Commented Hermione.
"Well that's our top five isn't it." Spoke Blaise.
"You know , we've just all agreed on something, without raising our voices, or insulting one another, we're making progress!" smiled Hermione and the boys realised she was right, things were looking up for them.
They arrived at the fourth floor and were amazed at how different it looked; houses filled the corridor surrounded with lush green grass, shops to buy fresh, frozen, tinned foods. It was amazingly beautiful. The houses were all different- some were cottages others were a semi/detached house. Small or big they were all stunning and Hermione couldn't wait to find that one house that would theirs. A small witch about shoulder length height came up to the trio and asked.
"How can I help you Miss and Sirs"
"We'd like to buy a house please," said Hermione kindly smiling at the woman.
"Can I have your top five priorities please ?" She asked stiffly.
"Of course. They're a study or library, a large back garden, a gym, a good location and 4 nicely sized bedrooms." Answered Hermione.
"Good can you all get a tight grip on to each other?" She asked. The trio looked at each other and did as they were told.
"Off we go." With that they disappeared with a pop and appeared in another location. It felt like apparition but different more smooth and longer and this made your ears pop.
"Where are we?" questioned Blaise dizzily, looking around his surroundings
"At your first house choice," responded the witch. Looking up they noticed a simple but elegant cottage that had ivy trailing down the white brick build.
"This is a four bedroom cottage with a built in gym, large back garden with an outstanding view from the main bedroom, its close to the shops and only a 5 minute walk till you get to the stairs leading to your lessons. Would you like to go inside"?
They nodded and followed her inside. There was a pale blue carpeted staircase leading upstairs from the foyer and turning to the right there was an oak door. Hermione pushed it open revealed a cream and brown living room with chocolate coloured sofas rug and lamps. It was a good size and very peaceful. There were mahogany draws and cabinets with gold handles. There was a patio door leading to a large garden which they decided to check out after viewing the rest of the house.
Going through another oak door led them into a elegant dining room with a crystal chandelier up above their heads and a burgundy carpet on the floor.
After the dining room they entered the kitchen-it was decorated with a Spanish theme with the reds yellows and oranges all other and an island in the centre.
Heading upstairs they opened the door on their left which would be the smallest of the bedrooms but still a good size it could definitely fit a double bed inside.
The next room was the second smallest with a large window letting a lot of sunlight through. Looking out of the window you could see the garden with a vegetable patch and an out building.
The next room was large with pink paint applied on the walls and a double bed on the floor. Looking around they saw an ensuite bathroom leading through the door. Peeking inside, Hermione saw a toilet, a bath and a shower with a sink next to the toilet. Deciding to check out the master bedroom they climbed up some more stairs to two large oak doors and they heaved them open. Gasps were heard as they witnessed the stunning room it was white with a fluffy rug and a king size bed stood in the middle of the room with a dozen pillows laying at the top. This room was immaculate Hermione decided but didn't voice her mind as she noticed the boys were shocked at the room too. Walking to the last door upstairs they guessed it was the bathroom and they were right. An aqua coloured room met their gaze as they peered inside at a shell-shaped sink was against the wall on the right and the toilet behind the door the shower was along the left hand side while the bath was in the same place but on the right. Going down the stairs they went out of the patio doors on to the decking floor outside and split up
Blaise took off down the garden till he got to the end he was hoping to have a few children with Hermione and this would be good place to have a jungle gym and a swing or slide. Letting out a sigh he headed to find Draco he knew he was getting too far into this. He couldn't help it if he was a poet at heart and had always wanted to be in love and have kids and now it'll come true.
Hermione was at the other edge of the garden where there were orange, plum, apple and pear trees. On the ground there were strawberry plants and blackberries. There was also a greenhouse that resembled the one they were taught Herbology in but smaller were full with exotic and food plants; chillies, tomatoes and many more vegetables and plants growing inside. Sitting down on the bench she thought about all the different adventures she had been on with Harry and Ron since she started Hogwarts but this time she was with Blaise and Draco two completely different people all together with different backgrounds and beliefs. Standing up she saw Blaise heading into the out building were Draco was. As she walked, she knew her adventures with Ron and Harry had sadly ended and now her adventure with Blaise and Draco had started, and unlike her other, this one was not going to end, because once she married them and they produced a child- even if they split at the end of the three years- she would love that child until her death.
Draco was in the out building and was surprised when he saw a fully equipped gym from exercise bikes to weights. All that he had seen today was not what he had expected to see. Going to another room he knew straight away Hermione would love and spend many hours inside, as it was a library with over a thousand books packed inside ranging from fiction to non-fiction, adults to children's, horror to comedy, Muggle to Wizarding. She would be in here for hours for sure.
Hearing the door open he stepped out of the library to come face to face with Hermione and Blaise.
"You'll never guess what's in here," smirked Draco knowing from experience that Hermione would have to know.
"What?" questioned Hermione noisily standing on her tip-toes trying to peak over the tall Blonde's shoulder.
"Have a look" said Draco moving away from the door to let her pass.
Cautiously Hermione walked to the door and opened it standing in front of her was a huge library. Letting out a squeal of joy she ran into the library with a smiling Draco and Blaise at the door.
Suddenly out of nowhere the guide witch appeared.
"What do you think of the cottage?" She asked kindly
"Wonderful, gorgeous, amazing…." Were the words that came out of their mouths.
"How much?" asked Draco.
"368 gallons sir." Huddling together they decided that though it was the first and only home they'd seen, it was their house and no other would compete with it. They told the witch their decision and a Sold sign appeared in front of the house. Draco paid the money and signed the contract and Hermione was so happy she spun around and kissed Blaise on the lips without a second thought.
368 Gallons is a little cheap but don't forget it's not real and the houses aren't forever and they're still in school. Thank you to my wonderful Beta for this chapter :)