20 parts Complete MatureThe headlines called it a scandal. She called it survival.
Hermione Granger had spent years building a life she could be proud of-until a very public betrayal shattered it all. Cheated on, humiliated, and thrown into the center of wizarding society's gossip mill, she's left with two choices: hide from the world or rise above it. And rising is exactly what she does.
With the support of an unexpected circle of Slytherin friends-and one infuriatingly charming Draco Malfoy-Hermione transforms. No longer the girl who let others dictate her worth, she becomes a force to be reckoned with in the Ministry, making headlines for all the right reasons. But the press isn't done with her yet, and when old enemies try to drag her back into the scandal, Draco proves he's willing to fight for her-even when she isn't sure she deserves it.
What started as a disaster might just be the best thing that ever happened to her. Because sometimes, the worst betrayals lead to the greatest love stories.
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This is a work of fan fiction inspired by the Harry Potter series, which is the property of J.K. Rowling. I do not own any of the original characters, settings, or concepts from the Harry Potter universe, nor do I claim any affiliation with J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros., or any related entities. This story is written purely for entertainment purposes, and no copyright infringement is intended. All original elements and interpretations are my own.
