I Love You - A Dramione Fanfiction

The Talk And What They Did

Draco and Hermione went to the Common Room and sat opposite to each other. At first, no one spoke, and the silence was eerie. Draco cleared his throat. "Um...So about that night..." Draco prompted. Hermione looked at him and then took a deep breath. "Um...Well, you see...I didn't mean to kiss you the other night. It just happened. It was a moment of weakness thing..." Draco bowed his head at that. "But, I also have accepted the fact that I have a few feelings for you, Draco. But the thing is, it's too early for a relationship and stuff..." Hermione trailed off. At this, Draco's head shot up, and he looked at her with an incredulous expression. "Yes, of course...I understand. Let's just forget the kiss, and continue from where we left off. We can take this slowly, Hermione. I respect that decision of yours," Draco said. Hermione nodded. "Thank you," she said softly.

"Hey! It's only 11. We can go out to Hogsmede for lunch" Draco said. Hermione looked at him for a second and then smiled. "Is this a date, Mister Malfoy?" she asked teasingly. "Only if you want it to be, Miss Granger" Draco replied, smirking. "Hmm... We can leave at 12:30," the brunette said, beaming. Draco winked at her, and then said, "Well, I'll be going to arrange some stuff," Draco said. "Bye!" Hermione said, before heading to her room to get ready.

Draco rushed to the Headmistress's office. "Albus Dumbledore" Draco said when he reached the gargoyle that led to McGonagall's office. Once the staircase was revealed, he jumped the steps and almost ran into the Headmistress, who was heading out herself. "Oh! Professor! I'm so sorry... I didn't see you there, " Draco apologized. "Evidently not," McGonagall said. "So, what's the reason for your visit, Mr.Malfoy? As Ms.Granger is not here, I assume that this is a private matter," she said, looking at Draco. "I- Yes, Headmistress. I was wondering if Hermione and I could go to Diagon Alley this afternoon. For Education purposes only, of course," He added as an afterthought. The Headmistress could not believe her ears or eyes. The two students who had hated each other just a week before, want to go out to Diagon Alley together? This was a miracle! However, she knew that Draco was lying when he said 'For educational purposes'. But on the other hand, these were two very responsible students of hers. Perhaps she could let them go. The Headmistress quickly made up her mind. She looked at Draco and said, "Well, I am very happy that you two have made up for your past differences. I will allow you two to go to Diagon Alley, but only on one condition - You must be back before 6." Draco couldn't believe it! McGonagall actually gave him permission to take Hermione Granger to Diagon Alley. "Yes Professor. We will be back by 6." He said, before excusing himself and going back to his room.

The next thing he did was write a letter to an old friend, who conveniently also owed him a debt. Once he got the reply that everything was arranged, Draco started getting ready.

Hermione's head was in the clouds. She couldn't believe that she was going on a date with Draco Malfoy! I mean, he is literally the dream of every woman. When she said that she had a minor crush on Draco, starting from third year, she was lying. She had had a MAJOR crush on him since third year. He had stopped slicking back his hair with that gel and was growing to be an annoyingly handsome guy. She could get lost in those stormy grey eyes forever. She continued day-dreaming, as she got ready. She chose a beautiful but simple red sleeveless dress, with a choker neck. 

Hermione's Dress:-

She applied nude make-up, as it would contrast the brightness of the dress. By 12:15, Hermione Granger was ready. She sat on the edge of her bed and started worrying about what she was about to do. She also felt vulnerable, as everyone feels, when they are just starting a relationship. She debated and worried herself senseless for the next 15min.

Draco wore a classic black suit, but instead of going all black and choosing a black T-Shirt, he went for white. He didn't gel his hair, but instead combed it and left it free. He wore black leather shoes and was ready by 12:15.

Draco's Suit:-

Draco spent the next 15min trying to reason with himself that what he was doing was okay. He kept worrying that because of his past, she would face a lot of prejudice if she chose him.

At last, it was 12:30, and Draco left his room. He took a deep breath and went up the stairs that led to Hermione's room and knocked on the door. Hermione opened the door and stood there shyly. As soon as she opened the door, Draco's mouth dropped open. She looked gorgeous in that red dress and her hair was falling in soft curls. Her legs looked creamy and white, and her make-up didn't contrast with the dress. It was subtle and looked absolutely gorgeous.

Hermione giggled when she saw the look on Draco's face when she opened the door. After waiting for about 10sec for Draco to take in her look, she shook her head and smiled. "Close your mouth, or else flies might go in," Hermione said teasingly. "I- Uh- What? Oh, yeah...Sorry about that. But may I just say, you look absolutely gorgeous tonight" Draco said, still in a daze. "You clean up quite well yourself, Mister Malfoy," Hermione said, blushing. Draco scowled. "Clean up well? Hey! I look drop-dead handsome in this!" Draco said. And Hermione's agreed with him in her mind. His suit was fine and his shirt contrast was great! But what really caught her attention was his hair. He let it flow without applying any gel. All she wanted to do was touch it. She resisted the temptation and retorted, "I think you give yourself too much credit, Draco" Draco sighed and shook his head. "Well, whatever" he huffed and then presented his arm. Hermione took it, saying, "Where are we going?" "You'll see" was the reply, before her insides turned into liquid.

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