Prodigal Witch

What did the wizards do to her house? And let's have a party!

Theo extended his hands and helped his witch off the broom she shared with Marcus. It was hard for her to dismount smoothly in a dress and very high heels. Theo knew he didn't choose practical clothes for her, especially the shoes and the knickers. He liked to picture her wearing what he picked. Now, Theo couldn't repress his grin. This gift from that horrible Veela male was extraordinary. They couldn't lose. It was like the time Theo charmed the snitch to be attracted to him in a game with his friends.

"Oh, I don't have an owl," Hermione said, seeming to just realize that fact. Theo chuckled. "I'll have to Floo-call Severus about the sky."

Hermione started walking toward the house, clearly lost in thought and not really paying attention. If she were, she would've noticed that the front door was painted a fresh ivory color and a new light fixture was placed in the outdoor entry. The light was clearly Turkish, or at least Turkish inspired. It was a pewter-looking metal cage with hundreds of tiny little pieces cut out. When it got dark, light would shine through the lace-like metal.

Theo spun her around and twirled her into his arms.

"Calm down, Mi," Theo smiled. "We'll spread the word about your gift from the Veela."

Hermione nodded and wrapped her arms around his waist.

"You're right," she murmured into his chest. "I can tell everyone about the piece of sky soon enough. It won't change what people have to do to prepare for the ritual. I'll slow down and enjoy working on my house."

Theo leaned down and captured her lips with his. He loved kissing her. Theo licked and nibbled, experiencing her. He wanted to have her and claim her after that male Veela so clearly coveted her. It was easy to get lost in her, which Theo didn't mind at all. It was not, however, the time or place for him to lose himself in Hermione. The other wizards wanted to show her their gift. Of course, Theo did as well, but not necessarily at the expense of tasting her.

Hermione reluctantly pulled away from him at the sound of throat clearing next to them. She was blushing that light, delightful pink she had sometimes when she felt like she was caught doing something naughty. Theo loved that pink and it was his goal to coax it into appearing as often as possible.

"We're all for kissing, Granger," Draco pointed out. "That will have to wait though, because we have a surprise."

Adrian and Marcus were both grinning. A smile crept onto Theo's face to match theirs. He really hoped she would like what they did.

"A surprise?" Hermione asked, hopping a bit in place.

"We wanted to do something for you," Adrian explained, still smiling.

"We wanted to get you a gift," Draco smiled.

"It's no sky," Marcus said wryly, "but it is something we thought you would like. We hope you like it."

Hermione looked at them expectantly. Theo took the opportunity to point to the doorway she had overlooked.

"Oh!" she gasped. "What a beautiful lamp. I have one just like it back in storage in Turkey."

"Not anymore you don't," Theo chuckled.

"We had your things sent over," Adrian smiled. "We figured you would want them in your new house. Come inside and see."

Adrian took Hermione's hand and led her in through the newly done door. The other three wizards followed quickly, as they too wanted to see what had been done. Theo was told that the house was cleaned, but he hadn't seen it yet. The front hallway was immaculate. The blue grey stone floors shone and the walls were now a contrasting cream color that brightened the room. The crystal chandelier sparkled brightly. A small seating area upholstered in grey lavender was nicely arranged near the Floo. Two console tables flanked the hall, each with large bouquets of fresh flowers.