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Inside the Malfoy Manner handsome men chatted excitedly as they awaited news about the upcoming week. They were already enchanted with the lovely Hermione Grainger and they each wanted to have a date with her. The men abruptly stopped talking as Arthur Weasley entered the room.
"Hello gentlemen, this week Hermione has decided to have two one on one dates," Arthur announced to the men. "Here are the date cards. As you know, on the date if Hermione does not give you a rose then you will have to leave immediately. Good luck!"
He left the date cards on the table and Fred snatched them up before the rest of the men could blink.
"Ow! Listen here! The lovely, enchanting, devilish-"
"Hurry up and tell us who got the dates you wanker!" Ron exclaimed, never have the patience for Fred's antics.
"Fine. Hermione wants a date with Mr. Draco Malfoy and Mr. Blaise Zabini. She is in the mood for some naughty boys then eh?" Fred said with a devilish grin.
Back in her room Hermione was getting ready for her date. She decided to have her date with Blaise first. She had never really got to know him at Hogwarts, other than the fact that he was a Slytherin and friends with Draco. She knew he was smart at least, and of course very handsome. She hoped he would enjoy their date.
Hermione slipped on her red pumps and looked in the mirror. She was wearing a slim black dress that was fairly conservative except for the back that plunged almost down to her tailbone. Her hair was loosely pinned up but a couple of stray curls lined her face, perfect for an evening at the theater.
Hermione knew that this date could go badly, they were going to a muggle theater and she wasn't sure how a Slytherin prince would like it. Regardless she wanted someone who would be able to mix magical and muggle worlds.
Blaise was waiting for her at in the foyer and tastefully kept his eyes on her face instead of scanning her lean legs and breasts as she sailed down the stairs. He was wearing a Muggle suit, she noted and she was glad. Maybe be wouldn't be so adverse to muggle living if he wore their clothes.
"You look beautiful," Blaise noted and he took her hand and gave it a kiss. Sparks erupted in Hermione stomach. She liked where this was going.
"Shall we go?" She asked.
Nodding Blaise took Hermione's hand as they left for the limo.
"Keep it PG-13 kiddos!" Fred exclaimed as they left. Hermione couldn't help but smile.
As they settled in the limo they both found that the conversation flowed quite naturally.
"And that is why I think that elves should be paid at least minimum wage." Blaise concluded.
Hermione was in awe. Not only was he handsome but he shared her same affinity for equality. Surprising coming from a Slytherin. Before they had time to continue they arrived at their destination.
As they stepped out the marquee lit up both their names in lights. Hermione couldn't help but notice that their names looked good together.
Taking her arm in his, Blaise escorted the two of them into the theater.
"Have you heard of the Lion King before?" Hermione asked.
"No, but with your impeccable taste I'm sure I will love it."
"That was amazing!" Blaise gushed.
Hermione giggled, she couldn't help it. Blaise was like an excited child in a candy store and she found it adorable.
"I'm glad you liked it. It is one of my favorites. Are you ready for part two of our date?" She asked coyly.
"Of course."
The two progressed to a quaint Italian restaurant where they picked right back up where they left off in the limo. Hermione couldn't help but gaze into his eyes like a schoolgirl. She was so glad she had brought him on this date. She could really imagine herself falling for him. In fact, she already was.
"Hermione-" Blaise cut into her thoughts "I am so glad you brought me here with you tonight. I am growing fonder of you by the minute."
Hermione's heart quickened and she knew exactly what she wanted to do. She picked up the rose strategically located on the table and twirled it in her fingers.
"Blaise I have enjoyed getting to know you tonight and was wondering if you would like to continue to get to know me on this journey. Would you accept this rose?"
"I would be honored." As she handed him the rose their hands brushed and both felt the electricity. They were drawn to each other and for a moment they both forgot about the cameras, and the show, and just focused on each other. Blaise leaned in first but Hermione was quick to follow. As their lips brushed Hermione couldn't help but sigh, it was perfect. About a minute later they pulled apart.
"Well… Thank you for the rose," Blaise said with a nervous laugh.
"Thank you for the lovely evening," Hermione countered with a smile.
As the two rode back to the mansion their conversation was scattered with kisses and while Hermione didn't want the night to end she realized that there was a house full of men she still needed to give a chance. Though after this night, they would have a lot to compete with.
Hermione waited outside the Malfoy Mansion for her next date in tight fitting yoga pants, a sweater and hiking boots. She tapped her foot impatiently. She was waiting on Draco Malfoy and he was already thirty minutes late. She sighed and checked her watch again as the man in question threw open the doors in a cocky manner.
"You're late!" Hermione called, in a hopefully teasing way but there was an edge of irritation in her voice.
"It's the bloody elves fault. They are always losing my things." He waved it off like it was nothing.
Hermione couldn't help but be annoyed. She tried to put a smile on her face.
"Well are you ready?"
"How could I be? I have no idea where we are going."
"Well take my hand, it will be a surprise."
With a pop they both landed in a forest.
"Where are we?" Draco asked.
"The Forest of Dean. My parents and I used to go camping here all the time, I thought we could go hiking and then have some lunch."
"Hmm," was all Draco responded.
They meandered through the trees making light conversation but Hermione couldn't help but be rubbed the wrong way by the things he was saying. She was really trying to give him a chance but-
"Bloody hell Hermione. This place is full of pests!"
There were some flies, she had to admit. But the weather was nice and she was enjoying it. Maybe he just wasn't made out to enjoy the great outdoors.
"Look! There is our picnic! Let's stop and eat."
Their food was set up by the river and was very tranquil. When Draco sat down he immediately began complaining about sitting on the hard ground. Hermione performed a cushioning charm and he barely grunted out his thanks.
"So Draco, why did you want to be on the Bachelorette?" Hermione asked.
"Well, I thought it would be a good time. Going on nice dates, in the company of a beautiful woman," he said with a cheeky wink.
He was handsome, she had to give him that, but something about that answer didn't rub her the right way. She made eye contact and Draco took that as a sign to lean in. Their lips bounced off each others clumsily.
Draco leaned back.
"Look Draco-" Hermione started.
"Hermione let me stop you right there. This isn't working. I thought the bachelorette would be someone like Pansy Parkinson or Fluer Delacour. I mean you have filled out nicely-" Draco gestured lewdly, "But you aren't my type."
With that he kissed her hand, stood up, and apparated away.
Hermione leaned back and couldn't help but smile. She was relieved.
Arthur Weasley walked up to her.
"Well how do you feel about that Hermione?" Arthur questioned gently.
"Honestly? I'm relieved. He picked on me so much in school. I tried to get over it and give him a chance, but we both haven't changed much. At least not in the things that matter."
"Well, what would you like to do now?"
"I thought I would stay here and enjoy the forest. Would you like to join me on a walk?" Hermione asked hopefully.
Arthur put out his hand to help Hermione up. "I would love to join you."
As their hands brushed Hermione felt a tingle. Looking into his eyes she realized how handsome he was.
"Now maybe you can answer a few questions for me," He started.
"Of course," Hermione responded.
"What is the function of a rubber duck?"
Hermione laughed. This day was becoming much more enjoyable by the minute.
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