Hermione's POV:
Almost an hour had passed since I left the hall to return my books to the library. It seemed as though every time I set foot into that area, I'd get sucked in by the enormous variety of neatly shelved books.
A few minutes later, I prepared to depart for the Three Broomsticks to meet Harry and Ginny. Once I was ready, I stepped outside of Hogwarts' grounds and apparated to Hogsmeade.
After a few moments, the churning of my stomach stopped and I paused to take in the familiar surroundings of Hogmeade. I carefully manoeuvred my way around to the entrance of the Three Broomsticks and stepped in. The warmth of the mini shack hit my face immediately as I searched the tables for a red head and a raven haired boy. My eyes made contact with a boy sitting by the window, shaking slightly from the cold weather outside. I hesitated for a second before making my way towards the boy with the white-blond hair.
DRACO'S POV:
I sat alone behind the small wooden table placed directly in front of the window in the Three Broomsticks. I still shivered slightly from the whistle of the sharp wind outside as I stepped into the shabby shack. Sitting patiently, I thought back to this morning's event at breakfast.
~Flashback~
"Oi Malfoy, over here!" A voice interrupted my deep thoughts. I glanced up and saw Weaslebee's sister waving frantically across at the Gryffindor table with Potter sitting beside her. I sighed and looked around the Slytherin table. Most seats have been cleared up and there were only a few people finishing off their breakfast, so I decided to join Ginny and Harry. Once I took my seat across the couple, Ginny made no effort to let me ask what was happening and got right down to business.
"Right, Malfoy. I have a request – actually no, a demand to make. Meet us at the Three Broomsticks in an hour. Don't be late."
With that, she stood up and left with Harry trailing behind. I growled to myself. Taking orders from other people was not my thing. But still, this was Hermione's friend and I supposed I should be nice to her.
~End Flashback~
"Draco?" a surprised voice called out. I glanced up from my seat and drew in my breath. Hermione stood before me, slightly shaking from the cold. Even in her Gryffindor scarf and jumper, she still managed to take my breath away.
"Er hello Hermione," I said. It sounded more like a question then a greeting.
Hermione smiled and nodded. "So, mind if I join you for a bit? Gin and Harry were supposed to meet me here and I guess it wouldn't hurt if I sat down with you for a bit."
I narrowed my eyes. "Wait, Ginny and Harry? They asked me to meet them here too."
Hermione took the seat next to me and sighed. "I'm going to kill you Gin…" she muttered under her breath.
I chuckled. "So, this is one of her master plans, is it?" Hermione nodded.
"Well, might as well make the most of today. Let me treat you to a drink." I clicked my fingers twice and a young blond waitress appeared.
"What can I get you?" she fluttered her eyelashes and gave a smile.
"Can I just get two butterbeers? Thanks." I ordered.
The waitress giggled slightly and walked away. Not long after, she came back with two cups of butterbeer, which she placed lightly in front of me and dumped carelessly in front of Hermione.
"Thanks," I said again.
She giggled once more and walked back to the counter. I turned back to Hermione who growled.
"Did I say something funny? She kept laughing at me."
Hermione rolled her eyes slightly. "She's obviously flirting with you, Draco. I thought a playboy like you would know that."
"Hey I am not a playboy!" I snapped. Hermione raised her eyebrow. Well, she wasn't wrong, considering my reputation and everything. "Okay, I was a playboy."
"Was?" Hermione gave a playful smile.
I smirked. "Yes, was. I've got you now." A deep blush crept up to Hermione's cheeks.
The blond waitress came back once again. "Is there anything else I can get you, handsome?" She twirled the tip of her hair and fluttered her eyelashes again.
Hermione growled once more. "Hey yeah, can I get another butter beer?" she asked.
The waitress narrowed her eyes at Hermione then faced me again, giving a broad smile. I looked at Hermione and winked.
"Actually," I said, "could my girlfriend and I get another butter beer?" The waitress looked enraged and merely nodded before picking up me and Hermione's cups, clanking them together in a rude manner.
I looked at Hermione, who was trying to stifle a giggle. "Well, that was fun." I said.
Once Hermione and I finished our second round of butter beers, we stepped outside into the cold once again and made our way back to the castle. Beside me, Hermione tried her best to not shiver but I could tell she was cold. I pulled her in and held her in my arms as we continued to walk back to Hogwarts.
"Better?" I asked. She nodded, making it obvious that she had a beetroot coloured face.
Hermione and I went our separate ways once we arrived at Hogwarts. As I stepped into the Slytherin common room, Blaise stood up and threw his hands up in the air.
"There you are mate! Where've you been?"
"Oh just out.. y'know, with a friend." I averted my gaze from Blaise's eyes.
"A friend?" said Blaise knowingly. "Come on Draco, it was Granger wasn't it?"
"Yeah, so what?"
"Woah there, no need to get defensive. Just thought you would've dropped her by now. You know, our dare was over weeks ago."
I grunted as a response.
"Hold on… don't tell me…. You like Granger don't you?" Blaise teased.
"Is there a problem with it? I may or may not have already formed a relationship with her, although it doesn't concern you."
"Don't worry, I'm not judging." Blaise smirked. "Wow, the Slytherin Prince with the brains of the Golden Trio. You don't see that kind of relationship every day."
"Watch it Zabini. One slip up and I'll hex you into oblivion." I snapped.
Blaise chuckled and finally stopped asking questions. I gave a brief nod before walking up the stairs to my dorms and becoming idle from the world.
*Hey guys! I'm thinking of ending this story soon, maybe in about 10ish more chapters? Let me know if I should make a sequel to this story. As always, thank you for reading! Oh, I've been so distracted these days that I haven't realised that I've gotten over 10,000 views so.. yay haha! Apologies for any grammar errors and such, will update soon I hope. :)
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