A/N: This chapter was a lot harder than the first, its basically to give info and just so everyone knows this fic is not completely 7th book compatible, its sort of after the 7th book but I've chosen to not introduce Ron and Hermione's kids in here as if they never happened as well as Pansy being Draco's wife, this is my first fanfic so please don't judge too harshly, thanks for reading.

Draco's Choice By HPFangirl71

Chapter 2

After their brief lovemaking session, Pansy headed to the nursery to tend to Scorpius. Draco grabbed a towel from the hall closet and headed in to take a shower. As the warm water drizzled down his muscular frame, Draco's thoughts turned to his predicament with Hermione. He knew when he met her for lunch that she'd be extremely upset with him for sneaking out last nite without so much as a goodbye. Perhaps he'd swing by Diagon Alley for a little present for her, he smiled to himself. As much of a little bookworm as Hermione was, she could still be swayed by the usual romantic gestures. Draco finished up by washing his long blonde locks. As he got out of the shower, he wrapped the towel around his torso. After changing into a pair of black slacks and a white silk shirt; he headed downstairs to breakfast.

As he entered the dining hall, he bent down to kiss Scorpius on his chubby little cheek. He looked a lot like his mother except for the trademark Malfoy eyes. When he looked up at his father they mirrored the slate grey found within Draco's. Pansy set a plate of poached eggs and bacon in front of Draco just as he sat down. "So, what's the plan for today?" he asked Pansy. "I'm thinking of bringing Scorpius over to Blaise and Daphne's to play with Lissette and Gabe." she informed him. " Will you be coming home for lunch or eating at the office?" she asked him hopefully.

As he looked up into her deep blue eyes, he felt a twinge of guilt at the lie. He told her he was very busy at work and would barely have time to grab a bite there. Feeling uncomfortable as to where the mornings conversation was heading, Draco quickly finished eating and kissed his wife lovingly on the cheek. He announced that it was time for him to leave for work and went to the living room to use the floo so as not to arouse Pansy's suspicions.

He entered the fireplace and as the green flames engulfed him, he was magically transported to the Leaky Cauldron. He was greeted politely by Tom the bartender and several patrons. Draco waved to them as he exited out back to the entrance of Diagon Alley. He found exactly what he was looking for at Flourish and Blotts. It was a magically enhanced muggle book called Cinderella. He knew it was the perfect gift to give Hermione and get back into her good graces. He decided to use the floo in the bookstore to quickly get to work.

Once he was inside the Ministry, Draco quickly made his way to his private office. As head of the Department of Magical Sports and Games, Draco certainly was kept busy. He saw on his desk that several owl posts had been delivered along with a few interdepartmental notes. He looked them over, finding the one he had anticipated. The red and gold striped seal was a trademark of Grangers. He broke the seal to read the letter. It read:

My Dearest Draco,

Where were you when I awoke this morning? I don't mean to sound clingy or upset, but you did promise me that last nite you would stay. I know its hard on you keeping this from Pansy. Perhaps now is the time to face facts and be honest with her. I love you Draco.

Love, your lioness Hermione

He stared at the letter, how could one piece of parchment make him feel so many emotions? Guilt, shame, remorse, desire, horror, and happiness all rolled into one. He wished that it were only as simple as Hermione thought it was. Only it wasn't simple, no it was just so damn complicated. Complicated by his family, his image, his child, his feelings, and yet at least a hundred other things he couldn't explain. Draco tried very hard all morning to keep his mind off the note. Luckily work prevailed and helped him to forget. Before he knew it, it was time for lunch. He was supposed to meet Hermione secretly in her office. She of course was still doing her part for the less fortunate, down in the Goblin Liaison offices. She was also the head of a small house-elves division, she had created. She took her work very seriously and rarely left her office for lunch, today would be no different. Draco carefully made his way down to her office, making sure that no one saw him entering it. So far, no one in the office new they were secretly seeing one another, no one that is except for Ginny Weasley, Hermione's best friend.

As Draco entered the office he came face to face with the fiery redhead herself. "Sorry there, Weasley." Draco said with a sly smirk. Ginny looked at him with a slight contempt, "Its Ginny, Draco. Maybe since you're shagging my best friend, one of these days you'll actually be able to use my first name." "Well, stranger things have happened." he retorted. Ginny gave Hermione a quick hug and told her she'd see her at the burrow later for dinner. As she exited the office, Draco turned his attention to Hermione. He walked over to her and took her into his arms. "Before you say anything, I apologize for last nite and please don't be too terribly mad at me." he said to her as he pulled her closer to him, his lips just grazing the nape of her neck. Hermione started to protest but then feeling his warm breath on her skin, she changed her mind, "Oh Draco, I cant possibly stay mad at you, I love you baby." Draco replied with a quick "I love you too" as he captured her lips in his and let their tongues dance together.