I Fell Into Your Arms

Chapter 20: Asking Out the Bookworm

"So tell me, why didnt you want Emma in here?" Daphane crossed her arms.

"She has no idea who I used to be. You know I wasnt truely a cold hearted person growing up, although Hermione might say otherwise." Draco chuckled.

"Yea and?"

"Daph, she was abused by her Muggle father when he discovered her abilities. Just like Uncle Sev." Draco whispered

"Why the whispering?" Daphane asked

"Theres a painted portrit of my grandfather here, and my uncle if he wanted to, could come here and visit. Look, his childhood isnt well known. So, youre also bound to keep that on the DL too." Draco looked around anxiously.

Daphane rolled her eyes in reply. "Lets talk about Hermione. I can see her being a good fit for you."

"Hermione never told you about the letter of apology I sent did she?"

"You sent her a letter of apology?" Daphane shot him a surprised expression.

"Shut up, Im trying to get on her good side again." Draco scowled

"No judgement. I had best get home to Colin. Ill just say my prat of a boss insisted I stay late tonight." Daphane giggled.

"See you later Daphane."

The witch smiled before twisting away.

"Draco!"

The man in question ran towards his sisters room. "What Emma!"

"Who-who is that?" Emma pointed a trembling finger to a moving photograph of Lucius Malfoy.

Draco sighed, "Ilvermorny told you about the wars here yes?"

Emma nodded slowly. "I did an essay about Voldemort and his followers for my DADA class. Was he a follower?"

"Yes Emma, but dont worry. Hes in wizard prison for life. I didnt mean to leave that photo up."

"Were you a follower to?" Emma asked cowering slightly.

Draco sighed again, "I will never hurt you Emma, but yes. I became a follower to protect my family from beong killed. However, this one girl found out and stopped me from carrying out my dreadful plans. She persuaded me to be better and beg for forgiveness."

"What was her name?"

"Hermione Granger."

Emma smiled, "you have a crush on her, but I bet you treated her terribly thoughout school right?"

Dracos mouth dropped causing Emma to laugh.

"Come on, I know when someone has a crush. Now come on, I will help you woo her."

"Emma one problem, Id rather woo her as Dr. Swann and not as Draco."

Emma grinned wickedly. "Excellent. This will be fun."

*

Hermione was woken up early the next morning by a tapping on her window. Bleary eyed she came to her window to find a cute owl waiting outside for her. Confused, Hermione opened the widow wondering who would be sending her a letter so early.

Dearest Hermione,
I have seen you at work and wanted to tell you how beautiful you are. I know from the media, that you are getting over your divorce, but I couldnt wait to tell you how I feel about you. You may not know who I am, but I know a witch as smart as you will soon figure it out. Dont forget you are one amazing witch, dont let anyone else tell you otherwise.