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One Unforgettable Year

Chapter 24: Three Words

Info you need to know: "Talking"

Hermione had run off to the library. Of course. She didn't know why she was mad at Draco only that she just was. She felt like an idiot for getting upset with him so didn't really want to go back and apologise even though she knew she should. She sighed as she sat down after she pulled out a random book. She didn't want to be in a fight with Draco but she guessed the fact that Draco seemed so upset about the word 'Mudblood' imprinted on her skin was making her well…upset.

She was starting to doubt whether Draco had truly gotten over the blood thing. Otherwise why was he so upset about Mudblood being on her arm? And why didn't he say anything when she asked about it? She groaned at the unanswered questions, she didn't know the answer for once and she didn't like that. She shook her head of thoughts of Draco and tried to read her book. But for once her mind wouldn't focus on the words about something magical. Her mind kept on drifting back to Draco, telling her she should go and apologize for her silly behaviour. But her body didn't seem to want to get up and do so.

She sighed and then heard footsteps coming towards her; she looked up and smiled weakly at her new acquaintance Tuesday. Tuesday smiled back at her and sank down on the floor next to her. They didn't speak for a while, Tuesday letting Hermione gather her thoughts and Hermione just not wanting to start the conversation she knew Tuesday wanted. But like earlier with Draco, Tuesday broke the silence.

"You alright, Hermione?" Tuesday asked softly. Hermione sighed and brought her knees up, wrapped her arms around her knees and rested her head on her knees.

"Not really." Hermione replied quietly a few moments later. Tuesday sighed.

"Look, I don't really know you that well but I know Draco. Reading people's faces and body language is something I'm good at, just keep that in mind. Anyway, back to Draco. He's a smart wizard but he's an idiot when it comes to girls and serious relationships. I should know." Tuesday told her. Hermione turned her head on her knees to look at Tuesday, curiously.

"You mean that your one of Draco's ex's?" Hermione asked, curious. Though she wasn't really surprised, she could tell they were close and Tuesday was pretty so she wasn't that surprised. Though she did have an annoying feeling in her gut and that made her feel annoyed. She blinked as she thought of what that feeling could be? Was she jealous?

"Yeah, we went out once, a while ago. I think Draco was in third or fourth year here. We only went out for about a month though. We realised that we're just meant to be friends, thankfully it didn't ruin our friendship we're as close as ever. Though it was awkward at first but we're both over it now. That's why I know Draco's an idiot when it comes to relationships. But you should really go talk it out with him, maybe he's realised that he needs to man up and say what he's really feeling." Tuesday explained, Hermione still felt a twinge of jealousy but she pushed it down and ignored it.

"What he's really feeling?" Hermione questioned, her eyebrows furrowed together. Tuesday smiled but shook her head.

"I'm not saying, that's Draco's job. Now go find out what I'm talking about." Tuesday said getting up, pulling Hermione up with her then pushing her gently towards the exit.

"You aren't coming?" Hermione asked after she realised Tuesday wasn't following her, once again Tuesday smiled and shook her head.

"No, sorry. I've got to get back now; I was only supposed to check in on Draco. His mum owled my mum so I asked to come see if he was okay, my parents are probably worrying about me. Tell Draco that I say goodbye and that I demand him to bring you when we meet up in the holidays, okay?" Hermione smiled and nodded, she then stepped back towards Tuesday and hugged her.

"Thanks for everything, Tuesday. It was great meeting you; I'll definitely come and meet up with you in the holidays with Draco." Tuesday nodded and hugged her back and waved goodbye when they exited the library and then headed their separate ways.

Hermione walked slowly back to the hospital, not entirely sure how things were going to go. She hoped that they would be okay. She really did love Draco but for some reason she just couldn't admit it to him. She could admit it to herself that was easy, she had even admitted it to Ron but actually telling Draco she loved him seemed…hard. She felt embarrassed to tell him, just in case the feeling wasn't mutual.

She took a deep breath; she was now outside the Hospital Wing. She knew Draco was just the other side of the door. She brought her hand up to the door, it was shaking. She took another deep breath and she felt calmer. She then pushed the door open and stepped in.

When Hermione had left Draco had sworn under his breathe countless times. He punched his bed too, in frustration. He didn't understand we he just couldn't freaking say the stupid words. It's like his mouth didn't want him to admit his feelings and just pretend he didn't have any. His brain and heart wasn't in agreement with that. He wanted to tell Hermione he loved her, wanted to hear her say the words back. Part of him worried she wouldn't but then part of him didn't. He didn't know how but he just knew Hermione loved him. Maybe. Hopefully.

He sighed and closed his eyes, hoping this stupid fight was just a dream. No such luck. A few moments later he heard the door open. His eyes flew open and his head snapped towards the door. He was surprised and glad to see that it was Hermione who was coming in. She didn't say anything or look at him. She turned to shut the door behind her and then she turned back around and walked towards Draco.

They couldn't really call their argument a fight because they weren't really mad at each other, just slightly annoyed. Draco wasn't even annoyed at Hermione just himself and Hermione was annoyed at the both of them. Her for not being able to admit her feelings to him and him for not being able to admit his feelings either. Truthfully they were both pretty much clueless when it came to love. Guess they really were a perfect match.

Hermione quietly (and still not looking Draco in the eye) sat down on the seat next to Draco's bed. The two didn't say anything for a while. Draco just looking at Hermione and Hermione's eyes darting everywhere around the room except for at Draco. Draco sighed and decided that he didn't like the silence anymore. So broke it.

"I'm sorry, 'Mione." Draco said quietly. It was only three words but Hermione could hear the sincerity in his voice. Plus, she was pretty sure he never said sorry before, except a few times and the apologies were always directed to Hermione. After all she was the only one who could make him feel bad about anything he said or did wrong.

"For what?" Hermione replied softly. Making sure he knew what he had done wrong. He did. Draco knew everything, at least that's what he liked to think. It was true. Mostly.

"For being a dick. For getting mad at the imprint, I honestly don't give a damn anymore that you're a Muggleborn. At one point, sure I did but not now. The only reason I was upset with the 'Mudblood' thing was because I knew it had hurt you. I hate seeing you hurt, hate even imagining you hurt. So I got mad, we Malfoy's are rubbish at expressing our emotions. As you've probably figured out." he explained truthfully. It earned him a soft smile from her and he smiled back, glad to see her beautiful smile once more.

"It's okay, Draco. I did over-react. It's just I still find it hard to believe that you, Draco Malfoy, are dating me, a Mudblood. I don't really know why I got mad, I just did. But I'm not mad anymore." Hermione said and smiled properly at him, he beamed at her and held his arms outstretched. She grinned and got up and hugged him. He wrapped his arms around her waist and whilst she hugged him he pulled her up on to the bed and on top of him. Though she made sure she didn't crush him in anyway.

She leaned down slightly to kiss him and expected Draco to close the gap. But for once he didn't. He just stared into her eyes and she stared back. Chocolate brown meeting greyish blue. They didn't speak or kiss or do anything just looked happily at each other, their breathes synchronised. Draco moved one of his arms from around her waist and to her face; he tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear and left his hand at her face.

"Hermione?" Draco murmured. Hermione didn't know why but she felt her heart beat faster. Maybe it was due to the fact that Draco's voice sounded husky and sexy and he was looking at her through his eyelashes.

"Yes, Draco?" Hermione replied softly. She wondered what he was going to say and why she felt so nervous.

"I love you." The world's three most powerful words hung in the air. No noises were heard except for Draco's and Hermione synchronised breathing. Hermione had been stunned, sure she had dreamed of Draco saying those words but she didn't think he actually would. Well maybe in the future sometime.

Draco laid there looking at Hermione, his heart beating fast and nervously. He watched the emotions flooded through her. First shock, joy, excitement, nervousness and then love. Draco smiled softly at her and stroked her hair.

"'Mione?" Draco whispered, feeling slightly foolish. Hermione snapped out of her thoughts and looked at Draco, she smiled at him and slowly leaned down.

"Took you bloody long enough." Hermione said before she closed the gap, Draco smirked but couldn't say anything back, his lips now otherwise occupied. Hermione smiled into the kiss as his words replayed in her mind. He loved her and she couldn't be happier. She had known Draco had strong feelings for her but just hearing him confirm her thoughts was the happiest feeling in the world.

Hermione broke the kiss off and rested her forehead against his, their breathes were ragged and she waited until her breathe was back to normal to say;

"Draco?" she said just as softly as he said her name moments ago. Draco was playing with a piece of her hair absentmindedly.

"Yes, Hermione?" he replied grinning, she kept a straight face for now, although she really just wanted to giggle.

"You're an idiot." Draco scowled at the three words he hadn't expected and pouted. Hermione smiled at him, finding his pout adorable.

"But…" Hermione said, trailing off. Draco looked at her, hopeful and Hermione had to contain her laughter, so she bit her tongue.

"But?" Draco supplied, just wishing she would stop teasing him and say the god damn words.

"I love you, too." Draco grinned and slowly and gently pushed her head down to his.

"Took you bloody long enough." Draco whispered before he kissed her once more.

A/N: N'aww they finally admitted to one another their feelings :) hehe, hope you guys liked this chapter and don't think them admitting their feelings was too soon! Please review telling me what you thought of it, thank you :3

Until next time - Tilda