A/N: This chapter has a small bit of sexual relations. Please do not read if you are offended by such.

Chapter 20:


Upon entering Draco's room, Hermione was captivated.

It wasn't set in Slytherin colors, like she'd expected. It was in fact in all different hues of blue and browns.

The walls were a light blue, the carpet was a darker blue, and the ceiling was charmed much like the one in the Great Hall at Hogwarts, and showed a beautiful sunset. The furniture was a deep cherry wood. This included the four-poster bed, armoire, chest of drawers and desk. He also had a small sitting area, that was contrived of a soft leather chair, and loveseat. with deep wooden tables. It was masculine, but comforting.

"Wow, Draco. This is an amazing room." Hermione sounded wistful.

Draco chuckled. "Thanks. Mum decorated it. Did it when I turned sixteen. She said I needed something more manly then Quidditch posters and the like."

Hermione nodded her agreement.

"I quite like it. And I get sick of being ensconced in green all the time. It's a nice color and all. Just so much looking at the same color over the years, well - I'm sure you know what I'm getting at."

Hermione laughed softly. "Yes. I love being a Gryffindor. But that doesn't mean I want to look at my house colors twenty four- seven."

He walked over and opened the balcony doors, there was a nice breeze blowing through.

Draco walked back toward where Hermione was standing and placed a tender kiss upon her lips.

"I need you." She whispered.

They quickly began devesting each other of their clothing. The fell to the bed in a tangle of arms, legs and lips. Kissing passionately. Draco moved over the top of her, she'd already spread her legs for him.

He plunged into her quickly, causing them both to gasp and moan with pleasure.

They took their time, making slow easy love. Hermione loved it when he did this, it made her feel treasured.

After Hermione climaxed the first time, Draco picked up the pace. Yes, taking his time felt really good, but he wanted to just pound her into the mattress.

"Please Draco. Harder." Obviously so did she.

Draco obliged. Pounder her hard and quick. Soon, Hermione found her own release again, and Draco followed just a few seconds later.

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The lovers where still abed, talking about everything they could think of, when an owl came through the balcony doors.

It perched itself on Draco's desk. And held out it's leg.

Draco got up and crossed the room to the desk. Removed the envelope that was attached to the owl, and fed it a treat. The owl hooted its thank you, and flew out the way it came in.

Draco eyed the package suspiciously. Hermione noticing the look on Draco's face asked what was amiss.

"Well, I'm not sure, hopefully it's just a formality from the Ministry." He said looking it over he realized it was from his the family lawyer.

Instead of keeping himself wondering. He began opening the large envelope. On top there was a letter addressed to him.

Dear Mr. Draco Malfoy,

It is with great pain that I must inform you,

your family's estate, accounts at Gringotts,

and all valuable assets, including Malfoy INC.

will be frozen and seized as of 8am tomorrow.

Pending the investigation of you birth rights.

It has come to our attention that you are not the

natural birth heir of one Lucius Malfoy.

If found that afore mentioned Malfoy did indeed

sire you as his heir, all properties and assets will

be unfrozen and returned, with great apologies.

If however, the results should prove false, any and

all assets will be frozen and stay until we can locate,

Mr. Lucius Malfoy's next of kin.

We have scheduled an appointment for you at

St. Mungo's Wizarding Hospital, for the test to be run.

Please arrive promptly, tomorrow at 10 am.

The series of testing required should take approximately

three hours, and it will take a week for the results to be found.

Your mother is the only other allowed to accompany you.

My Sincere Apologies,

Ambrosia Halcart.

Lawyer to Malfoy Family

"Merlin's. Fucking. Beard!" Draco's voice went up a decibel with each word.

Hermione had been watching Draco's face as he read the letter he'd recieved. And it went from puzzled, to angry in a matter of seconds.

She was afraid to ask.

"I cannot believe this. It's not right. They can't do this." Draco was speaking aloud. More to himself, then anyone. And Hermione's curiousity was peeked.

"Draco, what is it?" Hermione asked shyly.

"They are taking everything! Pending confirmation of my birthrights!" Draco bellowed.

"Oh!" Was all Hermione could manage to say.

He turned to her, his face was now void of any emotion. It was the blank screen Hermione had thought he wouldn't use with her anymore. She was mistaken.

"I'm sorry, but you must return to Hogwarts Hermione. I have to let my mother know. She will have to pack a bag and stay somewhere else. They seize the house and all assets tomorrow at 8am." Hermione nodded.

"Please don't speak of anyone about this. I will owl McGonagall myself and let her know I won't be returning until sometime tomorrow. I need to go for their tests tomorrow, and then get my mother settled." Draco was being very vague and Hermione was already worried.

"Is there anything you do need me to do?" Hermione asked.

"No. At the moment there is nothing anyone can do. Just go back to school. I'll come find you tomorrow when I return."

She nodded at this. While he was reading the notice, she had 'scorgified' herself and began dressing.

"I'll be going then." Hermione turned to leave the room, and he grabbed her wrist.

Pulling her to him, he wrapped her in his arms. "I don't mean to seem cold, but my mother and I may lose everything. I need some time to think."

She nodded her understanding, and started to feel stupid. All she was doing was nodding, and that was in no way helpful. Not knowing what else to say, "Draco, it will be fine. Whatever the out come. You are a great wizard. Your strong, and intelligent. As for your mother, she is where I am sure you get your greatness and strength. You will both be fine."

It was his turn to nod and say nothing.

"Let me know immediately if there is anything I can do to help." Hermione hugged him tight to her. Reaching up, she placed a soft kiss on his lips.

She left Draco standing in the middle of his bedroom, still stark naked, and not knowing his future in any aspect.


Sorry this chapter is shorter than normal. I wanted to get it out there for you. So sorry for the long wait in between chapters, but I was having computer issues, and therefore I could not update.

Please review. I will try to update again soon. Hugs, Happy Reading!