Chapter 2 – Two Plus One

The next week was busy for Harry and Ginny as their schoolwork piled on and they were busy with their extra duties. Gryffindor was due to play its first Quidditch match of the new school year in two short weeks and Harry was busy getting the team in shape. Despite their busy schedules, they still found time to spend together in the evening, usually studying in the prefect common room. Harry's problem continued unabated and they made love five nights that week, but Ginny still found him frustrated, usually trying to hide in the bathroom. One evening Ginny, Hermione and Dennis Creevey, the sixth year prefect, were studying in the common room when Harry returned from practice. He was sweaty and gorgeous as usual as he came over to give Ginny a long and delicious kiss. She then swatted his bum and pointed to the bathroom as he chuckled at her. When Ginny sat back down, she looked at Hermione and smirked. Her friend was watching the door that Harry had just walked through and had a distracted look as she chewed on her lip. This was not the first time Ginny had noticed the change in Hermione and Harry's relationship, but they both seemed to remain clueless. She had been thinking for the last week and now wondered if she should act on her suspicion. Hermione and Ron had been together for a few weeks during the summer, but after a brief and heated affair, they had both decided that they were meant to remain just friends. Then Ron had decided not to return to finish school, but to instead help George at Wheezes, and that had been the final door that slammed shut on anything more between them. Since then Hermione had seemed oblivious to a number of appreciative wizards in the school, although she apparently wasn't oblivious to her best friend.

Ginny kept all these thoughts to herself as she refocused on her homework and noticed that Hermione shook her head and then also returned to her studying. A few minutes later, Harry came out from the shower wearing sweats and a t-shirt with his hair still wet. He flopped down next to Ginny and started to read his assignment. At one point he summoned a butterbeer from the cabinet and then kept reading after taking a drink and putting it on the coffee table in front of the chairs. At one point he reached back to grab his drink at the same time Hermione reached for her quill. Their hands briefly touched and Ginny watched over the top of her book as the two of them paused and then yanked their hands back before diving back into their books. Ginny suppressed a chuckle. You would think they were thirteen the way they were acting. She watched them for a while longer and noticed that Harry kept sneaking glances at Hermione. Then he purposely turned himself at an odd angle in the chair and put his head down into the book. Ginny had finally had enough and decided it was time for a talk. She set her book aside and put her hand on Harry's arm.

"Harry, I need to talk to you about something. In private."

Harry raised his eyebrows, but put his book aside and dutifully followed her to their bedroom. Once they were there, he pulled her to him and started kissing her.

"Now Harry, don't distract me! You know I love kissing you, but we need to talk."

"Sure Gin, what's up?"

"It's about you and Hermione. Why are you two dancing around each other?"

"I don't dance Gin."

"Stop being dim. You know what I mean. I've seen the looks and I saw you watching her. Your feelings have changed, haven't they?"

"What? No! I love you Gin."

"I know that Harry my love, but how do you feel about Hermione?"

Harry sighed and ran his hand through his hair. It was partly dry and now stuck up, looking carefree and sexy.

"Alright, we agreed to be completely honest with each other Gin. I don't know what's happening. During the horcrux hunt, there were a couple times where I felt something different with Hermione. I always thought of her as a sister, but that stopped at least a year ago. I knew how Ron felt about her and how I felt about you, so I figured I was just confused, but during the summer the feelings came back and they're happening more often. She's my best friend besides you and I don't want to screw it up with stupid hormones."

Ginny reached to pull Harry to her as she settled her head on his chest.

"Thank you Harry for being honest. I'm not upset. Hermione is one of my best friends and I understand your feelings. Wait here a minute."

Ginny left Harry standing in the room, looking a bit puzzled. A minute later, she returned with Hermione in tow. Harry suppressed a groan. He could only guess what Ginny was up to and he figured things were about to get uncomfortable. Ginny turned and smiled at Hermione.

"Hermione, we've been talking and I need to ask you a couple things. We're friends right?"

"What? Of course. That's a stupid question."

"So we can be completely honest with each other?"

"Yes. Where are you going with this Ginny?"

"Alright, completely honest now. What are your feelings toward Harry today, not what they've been in the past?"

Hermione paled and stuttered for a minute.

"I don't know how that.."

"You said we could be honest, that's all I'm asking. I don't mind. This won't hurt our friendship."

Hermione looked like she was about to cry as she looked back and forth between Harry and Ginny. Finally she sighed.

"Fine. My feelings toward Harry lately have been confused. I'm working it out Ginny, you don't need to worry."

"I'm not worried Hermione. Except that I think it's wrong to hold these things in. So, when you say confused, what do you mean?"

"Um, damn. Alright, I've been finding myself attracted to Harry lately. As more than a friend. There, happy?"

"Yes. I already suspected and I can tell it's been giving you a hard time. I don't like to see my friends frustrated and upset. So, Harry, your turn. Can you tell Hermione what you told me a short while ago?"

"Really? Alright, I can see you're determined Gin. Mione, I've been feeling similar feelings of attraction. For a while. I know I've said you're like a sister to me, but it's more than that lately. But I love Ginny and I've been doing my best to ignore what I'm feeling."

Ginny looked between the two of them and saw that Hermione now had a couple tears rolling down her face. She reached up and wiped them off for her friend.

"Alright you two, I'm glad we've gotten this out in the open. I also know that you've both been worried about me, but you don't need to. I don't have a problem with this. I'd like to try an experiment. Can I ask a favor of each of you?"

"Sure Gin."

Hermione nodded.

"Harry, please kiss Hermione. Like you've been wanting to. And Hermione, please feel free to accept the kiss."

Harry was beyond surprised. Now he was excited. He couldn't believe Ginny had asked this, but it was something he had been fighting off thoughts of. He reached and cupped Hermione's face with his hand and drew closer to her as he gently placed his lips on hers. He pressed in and relished the feeling that he had been trying to deny. Hermione met him and responded as the kiss deepened. It was electric and wonderful, as good as kissing Ginny, but also different in an indescribable way. Then they both pulled back and stared at each other as each smiled slightly.

"Well, that was certainly hot you two. I think it's fair to say that something was there. Am I correct?"

Harry and Hermione both nodded.

"Alright, then here we are with the honesty. Harry I think we need to talk with Hermione about our conversation last week in Madam Pomfrey's office. I think we should all sit now."

Ginny summoned several chairs from the common room and they sat in a circle. Ginny encouraged Harry to do the talking and he gradually explained what had happened and their conversation with Madam Pomfrey and Headmistress McGonagall. He stumbled at several points and he was quite red by the end, but he eventually got through it all. Hermione just looked stunned. When Harry finished, Ginny decided she should explain where she stood.

"So Hermione, here's my thought. Harry and I love each other, but I'm not opposed to the idea of sharing him. I know it probably seems strange to you, coming from a muggle background, but it's not to me. I know you probably need to think on this, but I think you and Harry should try exploring a deeper relationship. I don't mean that you need to start shagging him right away. I'll continue to do my best to keep up with him. I think the two of you shouldn't ignore this. Give it a chance and see where it goes. It's too early to look long term, but enjoy the present. As long as all three of us agree to talk through anything that comes up."

Hermione just stared at Ginny, then turned to Harry.

"Harry, how do you feel?"

"I feel that I'd like to try it. It seems a bit strange, but if I have a chance to love the two dearest women in my life, then I'd like to try."

Hermione smiled and reached out her hand. Harry took it and then leaned over to kiss her again. They broke apart and smiled. Then Harry reached out his other hand to Ginny and leaned the other way to kiss her. At the end he just grinned.

"How did I get so lucky?"

Harry and Hermione's experiment went well over the next couple weeks. They had decided to keep their relationship secret while in the early stages. Harry still slept with Ginny, but made a point of spending spare time with Hermione when Ginny was busy elsewhere. In the evenings, the three of them would curl up with Harry in the middle on the big couch in the prefect common room. Some of the other prefects were a bit suspicious, but no one said anything. Harry was enjoying his time with both his ladies. Both he and Hermione found tremendous relief in being able to acknowledge their feelings. One night Ginny came back late from her prefect rounds and was surprised to find the common room empty. When she went to her and Harry's bedroom, she found him and Hermione snogging, leaning against a wall. They were both quite involved and Hermione's blouse was unbuttoned. The sight of them turned Ginny on, but then they realized she had entered and pulled apart quickly, looking embarrassed.

"Don't stop on my account. I was enjoying the show."

"Really Ginny?"

"Yes, please go ahead Hermione. I had him all last night. I don't mind a break. I've been wondering how long you could hold yourself back."

Harry smiled and pulled Ginny to him as he kissed her. She tongued him for a minute and then pushed him back toward his girlfriend.

"You go ahead. I'm headed for the shower."

Ginny disappeared into the bathroom and Harry reached for Hermione. With Ginny's blessing, they now both felt able to finally let go. Soon they had clothes flying as they moved toward the bed. Just before Harry pushed her back on it, Hermione took her wand and remembered the privacy and contraception spells. Then he was on her as his mouth found her neck and she moaned. Gradually he worked his way down to her breasts as he suckled and noticed that hers were heavier, yet a bit smaller than Ginny's. Her nipples were also darker, but just as sensitive when he flicked one with his tongue. Hermione was moaning as she ran her hands through his hair. Harry was moving his kisses down her further, when she stopped him.

"Harry, no more foreplay. Please make love to me. I've been needing you for a while."

Harry smiled and kissed her as he slowly lined up and steadily pushed his thick cock into her. She was tight, but dripping wet and squealed as he entered her. He found no resistance and smiled. Apparently Ron hadn't been just boasting. As his tongue explored her mouth, his cock began to plunder Hermione's tight pussy as she screamed and begged for him to speed up. She was thrusting to meet him on every stroke and he didn't think he could last much longer. Then Hermione threw her head back and called his name as she seized under him, squeezing and milking his climax from him. Harry couldn't believe how wonderful this was. Making love to each of his witches was different, but wonderful. Each had their own unique and amazing qualities. Just the thought of comparing the two stopped him from softening and he felt like he could go again. Hermione was settling as they kissed and she caught her breath.

"Gods Harry. That was amazing. Better than any time before. Not that Ron wasn't good, but nothing like that."

"Let's not talk about Ron right now."

Hermione smiled and kissed him again. She pulled back as he started to stroke her again.

"Wow, Ginny wasn't kidding. You never went soft and now you're going again."

"Are you alright? I want to make you scream again tonight."

Hermione grinned, grabbed his hips to hold onto and then rolled to the side. She ended up on top and positioned her legs for leverage as she started to ride him. Harry groaned as he watched her breasts fly and reached for them. He pulled himself up a bit, changing the angle and causing Hermione to yelp as she ground herself down on him harder. He took hold of her hips and began to join her rhythm as they sprinted to their finishes. Hermione beat him to it as she seized and collapsed in a quivering pile on top of him. Harry thrust up into her a few more times, extending her orgasm as she screamed some more. Then he emptied himself into her again as he panted and kissed the top of her head. Finally, he softened and felt he was done for a while. They curled up together and immediately dozed off. Ginny stood in the doorway to the bathroom, having just watched their final climax and smiling. She pulled on a light gown and crossed to the bed, crawling in on Harry's other side, leaving him between his two witches. She pulled the blanket over the three of them and then waved the light off.

Ginny woke the next morning and looked to see Harry smiling at her. She leaned in to kiss him and then whispered, careful to not wake Hermione.

"Well you two seemed to enjoy yourselves last night. I was just leaving the bathroom as you finished. I have to say, the two of you left me a bit hot and bothered."

"Really, are you still hot and bothered?"

Ginny smiled and looked down. Harry's morning wood was making itself known and her mouth went dry as all her liquid seemed to pool between her legs. She yanked her gown off and pulled Harry to her. He kissed her lazily and then slowly entered her as she tried to keep her moans to a minimum. They set a slow, relaxed pace as Harry pulled one of her legs up, giving Ginny the angle that he knew she loved. Each slow stroke hit her just right inside and her moans increased. She looked to her side at one point and saw that Hermione had woken up and was watching with a smile on her face. Then Harry picked up the pace a bit and she returned her focus to him as her climax built. A few minutes later, she peaked and squealed as he kept working her, desperate for his own release. As Harry finally came, so did Ginny a second time. Finally sated, Harry rolled back to the middle of the bed and then turned his head to kiss Hermione good morning.

"Sorry Mione. We should have warned you. Ginny was just too irresistible this morning."

"It's alright. It seems strange that I am saying that having just watched my boyfriend and his fiancé, my best friend, make love in the bed next to me, but it is alright. I actually enjoyed the show. I guess I'm a voyeur now."

"I don't think so Hermione. This is kind of all in the family. It's not like you would just go and watch strangers."

"I guess that's true."

"So, my beautiful witches, since we're already all naked together, do we want to see if the shower will hold three?"

Hermione looked at Ginny, wondering, but Ginny just smiled and took her hand as they rolled off the bed.

"Come Hermione, I'll show you how Harry likes his back scrubbed."

The threesome made their way to the shower and at first made an effort in starting to wash. Then Harry began to nuzzle Hermione from behind and she reached back to grab his erection as she started to finger herself. The position was a bit awkward, so Ginny decided she should help. She gently bent Hermione over, bracing her hands on the wall as Harry entered his girlfriend from behind. The position was new to Hermione and she found it so amazing that she came on Harry's second stroke. He kept pounding into her as Hermione screamed twice more and then had to pull away after her third orgasm.

"Harry, gods, too much. I need a minute."

Hermione looked over and saw Ginny with her fingers buried in her own crotch. She took her friend and pushed her toward Harry, who didn't need any more hints. He grabbed Ginny and lifted her so that she could wrap her legs around his waist as he entered her. He backed her against a wall and started pounding her, desperate for another release. Hermione was recovering and watching with delight. She couldn't believe how much it was turning her on. Without thinking, she reached out and lightly touched Ginny's breast. Ginny just moaned and Hermione took the nipple and squeezed it. Ginny screamed and took one arm off Harry's shoulder as she pulled Hermione to her and began to snog her friend. Two strokes later, Ginny came, screaming into Hermione as the sight of the two of them inflamed Harry and caused him to finally release into Ginny. Hermione was busy stroking herself and moaning again. Harry reached out and tweaked her nipple, causing Hermione to come one last time as the three lovers finished their last climaxes of the morning. Once they had all recovered, they took turns washing each other. As Ginny washed Hermione's breasts, she looked at her friend and smiled.

"I guess this part of the relationship wasn't planned. I'm happy though. Are you alright Hermione?"

"Amazingly, yes. I don't know that I would have tried this if Harry hadn't been here, but I'm glad we're all together."

Harry grinned and then kissed each of them thoroughly. When he was done, Hermione kissed Ginny just as thoroughly. With a bit of a giggle, they all left the shower together, completely satisfied. They all put on robes and made their way out of the bathroom, only to run into Dennis outside Harry and Ginny's door. His eyes bugged when he saw the three of them with their arms linked.

"Bloody hell. Um, sorry. I was just coming by to ask Ginny about the Charms assignment she was helping me with. Never mind. We can talk later."

Dennis disappeared down the hall and Hermione sighed.

"Well, I guess that brings up another point. Harry and I've been careful to keep our relationship quiet, but it hasn't been easy. Do you think we should go public?"

"Sure Mione. I love you. And I love Ginny. And anyone who has a problem with that can deal with it themselves. I don't care."

"I agree completely Harry love. I don't think we need to make an announcement. Just let it happen."

With the three of them in agreement, they got dressed and walked down to breakfast together. It was a Saturday, so not everyone was up and awake, but the hall was still abuzz when they entered. Then the sight of Harry Potter with a witch on each arm caused the buzz to quiet briefly before starting up again. During breakfast, the three of them made a point of feeding each other and Harry also kissed them both to make sure that there were no doubts about their feelings. Most of Gryffindor was smirking at the show, although some of the younger classes seemed stunned. When they left the hall, Headmistress McGonagall called them over.

"Well, Mr. Potter, Miss Weasley, Miss Granger. That was quite a show. I'm glad the three of you seem to have worked things out. Can you please try to keep the displays to a minimum now that your announcement is complete?"

Harry chuckled. "Sure thing headmistress."

McGonagall nodded and the three turned and left, unable to see their former professor was standing behind them, smiling.