Hermione got back to her room. She spoke to Ron briefly. She wrote letters to her children at Hogwarts hoping they were having a wonderful experience and maintaining their grades of course. She sat back on her bed as she heard a gentle knock on her door. She got up to open it.
"Hello Mrs. Weasley, here is your order for our finest champagne." said the butler.
"Wait no, I didn't order this?" she said puzzled as he pushed the cart into her room.
"Ah madam, it is a gift." He replied coolly.
"From whom may I ask?" she quizzed.
"It was asked that you read this note" he stated calmly handing her the small envelope. The man waited patiently for his gratuity and she obliged. He gave her a beaming smile and closed the door behind him.
She opened the note and read.
"To advancement and progress for a great cause. Cheers."
It must be from one of the board members. She grabbed the plate of fruit and cheese, poured herself a glass of champagne and sat back on her bed. Amusingly happy her speech today must've been exceptionally convincing she thought.
Hermione began pouring herself another glass.
"Oh what the hell" She said as she guzzled the bubbly straight from the bottle.
Feeling woozy and lightheaded she settled the bottle down onto the dolly and plopped herself onto her luxurious bed falling into a deep slumber.
Hermione awoke the next morning feeling dewy and moist in her underwear. She touched herself and felt a jolt of excitement rush through her body. She had dreamt of a sensual escapade. She didn't remember the face but she sure noticed his effect. She noticed the bedding had been soaked. Her body felt flush and warm to the touch. She didn't understand but she wasn't complaining either. In reality it was merely a dream, nothing had happened. It made her think about the time she had caught Ron with one his colleagues a few years back while she was pregnant with Hugo. For a while things were rough but they managed to overcome their trial and soon it all mellowed back into normalcy. Before the hurt and guilt kicked in, She quickly ignored her feelings and rushed into the shower.
"I don't know who you are but please never do this to me again" she whispered to herself trying not to admit how much she enjoyed the astral playtime with this mystery man.
She packed all of her belongings and decided to port key home earlier than planned.
A loud thud made Ron jump from the kitchen. He relaxed realizing it was Hermione.
"Back so soon babe" he said helping taking her luggage through the living room.
Hermione felt a wave of relief realizing she was home. That small intense fire between her legs hadn't ceased and seemed to have been growing by the hour. She felt intensely turned on since she awoke in her suite at the hotel. Ron went back into the kitchen to fetch a drink. He stood with his chemise unbuttoned. She could see his abdominal muscles peeking through. She lowered her gaze at him. The room began to heat up as the seconds passed and her body along with it. An immense wave of desire pooled in her panties and sent her right into the kitchen after him.
She nodded yes before grabbing hold of his gingerly locks and planting a lustful kiss upon him. Ron pleasantly surprised, knocked over the contents on the counter and lifted her onto it. It was bliss.
DAYS LATER.
"Of course Mr. Goplin it will be an outstanding investment for you join our cause." Hermione said assuring. "Not only will it enhance your noble image but it also provide you the public's appreciation for your compassion to achieve equal standards and unity for all magical creatures alike." She insisted.
"I understand Mrs. Granger." The man says. She fought the urge to correct him for using her maiden name. Hermione prided herself on being called Mrs. Weasley and wanted that well known.
"But unfortunately I'll have to consider the matter for I must campaign strategically in order to appease all of the elites in the wizarding society." He stated. "Surely you understand?" He added.
"Why yes of course Mr. Goplin. I sincerely do appreciate your consideration and would love to hear from you soon" she spoke with confidence as she stared straight into the fireplace.
"We shall keep in touch. Have a good evening" He replied and with that he was gone.
Hermione stiffened at what had occurred. She knew she needed the Goplin division at her side if they were to proceed with her department's S.P.E.W campaign. The only problem is many aristocratic wizard families weren't exactly fond of her for abolishing the enslavement of elves. In fact, many still believed in the pure blood hierarchy system.
"For the first time I have not a clue in what I should do" she sighed worryingly as she reclined her chair back pondering about what her next move should be.
Knocking.
"Come in"
The door opens. It's Ethel holding a small bag with a carry out box inside.
"This is for you." She says while walking up to the desk and setting the bag down.
"What is it? Did I order and forget?" Hermione asked.
"The delivery currier said it had already paid for." Replied Ethel.
Hermione opened the box and saw an array of books. They seemed fragile and quite old. The backings were ancient. She tenderly ran her finger on the facing and read The Enchantments of Hilgrey Swanhook Volume I-V. A small card fell from the attached ribbon.
"To a beginning of sorts" it read. Hermione stood there in shock and disbelief. These were first editions of Hilgrey Swanhook. She could never afford such a purchase.
"This must be a mistake. Return them to the sender immediately." She urged her assistant.
"There is no return address" Ethel replied looking puzzled. "Seems like you have an admirer." She teased jokingly.
Hermione didn't answer but gave her a pout and look of confusion. She set the books down and walked out of her office for her break.
"Hermione! Oh Mrs. Weasley!" A man shouted. She turned around to see none other than Kingsley Shackbolt himself.
"Hello Minister" She says.
"Oh please do not call me as such. We go back way to long for those trivial pleasantries" He answered in his cool toned accent.
She smiled a bit. Kinglsey is an amazing Minister. Since the war had ended there were so many reparations that needed to be made in order to rebuild what had been lost. She entrusted him completely and most definitely respected his authority.
"Oh yes of course sir" Hermione apologized. She may not call him minister anymore but still wanted to maintain the respect for his position in power.
"Yes I am eager to hear the news about the joining forces with the Goplin Division" He said inquiringly.
Hermione silently died inside. She couldn't bear to explain how she had failed in persuading them to work in unison with the Ministry, as this would be a tremendous leap of success in history.
"I had a brief conversation with Mr. Goplin himself. He is a busy man. He will be returning a response within the next few days. I'll surely keep you updated as soon as it arrives" she said unsure of how he would react.
"I'll be waiting to hear the good news." He replied. She could see a bit of disappointment in his face and that made her feel more awful than she already did.
Draco sat at his mahogany stained oak desk reviewing some blueprints for a muggle construction project he'd decided to partake in. His mind lingered elsewhere. He thought of seeing Granger a few days prior. He thought of his miniature pay back and smirked widely. It was the first time in a long time that he got to see her up close and in action. Draco felt vindicated. Sure it was wrong of him but never would he allow that little tot disrespect his presence and get away with it.
Draco stood up from his chair and took the newspaper on his desk. He began reading today's Daily prophet reclining onto the onyx leather sofa in his office. He relaxed as his muscular build fluidly fit into the cushions. He flipped and read in silence.
A Truce or another Ruse?
Executive chairman Charles Goplin's followers are questioning his credibility, as it seems there will be a conglomeration of the infamous Goplin division alongside the E.R.A. This said department has been the sole cause for up rise in the Elite society of the wizarding community responsible for abolishing Elf enslavement, Expanding Centaur and Giant territorial rights and lastly proactively diminishing the Pureblood hierarchical system placed years ago. This has been lead by none other than Hermione Granger-Weasley. She is the founder of the S.P.E.W association. Fighting for this cause for many years but seems this reign may soon come to screeching halt? A source from GD states "No such arrangement has been made. The division has never approved of such transaction and no further actions have been announced."
Draco stared at the article. They were trying to recruit GD. Granger really has gone mad. No way in hell would they associate with them. That means his money is played with and he could not have that happen.
"I've invested too much into that department to have these pricks fuck up my pockets." He said angrily to himself. Draco evaded imprisonment in Azkaban by bargaining a deal with the ministry to help rebuild the wizarding populace. Over time he grew fond of the work he had done and decided to continue aiding on his own accord. He pondered and came up with a plan. Immediately Draco contacted his assistant to put him through to the Minister.
"Hello Mr. Shackbolt. Draco Malfoy of Malfoy Corp." Draco said professionally.
"Yes of course all is well. I am calling to confide in you a solution to our concurring issue with the Goplin Division." Draco continued.
"Great. I'll be seeing you in the morning." He finished.