Draco

When I got back home, my mother greeted me at the door. She prefers that anyone who is going to apparate back to the house, should apparate outside and walk through the front door. She says it's more polite to do it that way. As I entered the manor, mother was at the front door ready to greet me.

"Draco, darling. Where did you run off too?"

'Meet me in your tea room.' I used Occlumency to tell her that. She nodded and after we entered her tea room she shut the door.

"Muffliato." She cast the spell at the door.

"Spill darling." I smiled and sat down as she whisked her wand, tea started to be made by the china.

"I talked to her, mom. I talked to Hermione and Harry and Ginny and then Weasel came and ruined it all, and then got Mrs. Weasley involved in a lie. They all accepted my apology except for that damned Weasel. He tried to punch me but Hermione used Protego on me so I wouldn't get hurt. I am absolutely head over heels for this woman mother. She makes me feel something I've never been able to before."

"I'm so glad Draco. I was so worried your father would force you to marry into the Greengrass family or something."

"Yeah, well, he might still force that to happen, mother."

"You're right. Well, I'm happy for you Draco dear. I'll get dinner ready."

"Thanks. Oh, and mother,"

"Saturday night it is. Thank you, darling." She smiled and left the tea room. I chuckled. Like mother like son.

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(Time skip to Saturday night)

I've got everything I need for this school year. I thought I would get my supplies early and be ready to sit with Hermione, Harry, and Ginny on the train. I sent out an owl earlier asking her if it would be alright that I did that and now I'm just waiting on a reply. I heard the familiar flaps of wings and opened up the window for my owl. I stroked its nose and gave him a mouse as I read the letter.

Draco,

Yes, of course, you can sit with us. Instead of the back of the train like you said. I can't wait to see you again. I'll meet you here at my flat at about let's say five-thirty?

Love,

Hermione Granger

She said yes. That's fantastic. These past few days of not being able to see her have been hell. I've missed her terribly but she writes to me non-stop now and that is all that's keeping me going at this point. I miss her hugs and her perfume and the way her eyes twinkle when she smiles. Everything about Hermione is perfect.

I grabbed my ink and quill and a sheet of paper to write back to her.

Hermoine,

Awesome. Thank you. I will see you in a few minutes along with my mother. She's been dying to be introduced to you properly.

Sincerely,

Draco Malfoy

I haven't gotten used to sending the word 'love' back. I feel like I would mean it too much. I'm just going to wait before I send it at the end of my letters. I folded the letter and told my owl to take it to Hermione. I sighed and dressed in a not too fancy outfit. I was wearing my grey button up shirt and some black pants. Mother insisted I dressed at least nicely for the Weasley clan. I'm just worried Bill or Percy will try and beat me up. I'm assuming that they already know of my soon arrival, and they are probably not pleased. George, I don't know what he thinks. He saw me pay for something of Hermione's, and I was going to apologize to everyone tonight, and if Weasel doesn't want to accept my apology then he can piss off, but I want everyone else to accept it. I knew by this time Hermione had already gotten my letter, so I went to grab mother so we could apparate to Hermione and Ginny's flat.

"You ready to go mother?"

"Yes, Draco darling I am." I grabbed her arm and we apparated out of the manor with a crack. Father was most likely drinking Vodka, whiskey, or Firewhiskey in his study, so I wasn't worried about him following us.

I arrived outside Hermione's flat door and knocked. Mother smiled and I used Legillimency to tell her something really quick.

'She doesn't know I like her. I told her you were excited to meet her because I apologized and that everyone seemed like great people. Please do not spill my secret mother.'

'Of course not dear. Thank you for telling me.'

'No problem.' By the time we were done, Hermione had opened the door wearing a red dress. I took an intake of breath as I took in her appearance. It seemed that she had done the same thing. I could already tell my mother had a smirk on her face, but immediately went away as she introduced herself.

"Hermione, it's such a pleasure to finally meet you - properly." She smiled and Hermione nodded and smiled back.

"Same to you Mrs. Malfoy. I heard how wonderful you are from Draco." I shivered slightly. Every time she says my name I get so happy inside. Something I've never felt before. Something I hope never goes away.

"Please, come in. We'll be leaving in a short moment to go to the Burrow."

"The Burrow? That's what they call their house?" Mother was very intrigued.

"Yes. It isn't as big as your manor but it's enough room to have people over. But I'm sure you will love it." Hermione smiled and grabbed her bag. She then walked over to us after grabbing her wand and stuffing it into her bag. My mother and I shrugged, assuming she had enchanted her bag.

"Ready to go?"

"Yes, we are darling." Hermione smiled and blushed a bit. She cleared her throat and after we locked arms, she apparated us to the so-called Burrow. It was a lot stranger in shape than I expected, but it did look cozy. We walked up to the front door and Hermione opened it.

"You aren't going to knock dear?" Mother asked curiously.

"No, I know it seems impolite but Molly said that I am welcome any time and that I don't need to knock. She'll know when I'm here by-" She paused as we walked in and pointed at a clock. It had a low of different words on it and everyone's picture. Hermione's face went to the word 'Home'. I thought that was very cute and intelligent.

"Wow. That's amazing." I chuckled and crossed my arms. Currently, everyone was home except for Harry and Ginny.

"Looks like Harry and Ginny aren't here yet."

"Yes, they are." Hermione commented as she was taking my mother's coat. Suddenly, their faces moved to 'Home'. As Hermione walked past me I saw her little smirk. Damn, what I would do to be able to kiss her.

'Darling, I know you will be with her at some point. Just be patient. She has to get comfortable with you. Also, try a little harder darling. Severus didn't waste his time teaching you for anything.' I immediately blocked my mother out after she said that. She was right. I was growing weak and Snape taught me everything he could to keep me safe from the dark lord. Just a shame that Harry couldn't do the same.

"Draco? Are you alright? You look a bit upset?" Hermione came over and rubbed my arm. I let out a sigh and immediately felt my anger fade.

"Yeah, I was just thinking. Sorry, I look angry at times when I'm thinking." She nodded and grabbed my hand and led me out into the dining room. My heart started racing and I felt butterflies in my stomach. I could practically feel my mothers smirk from behind us. When we arrived, she let go of my hand and I immediately missed the warmth her hands brought.

"Hey guys, sorry if I'm a bit late." Hermione said and when everyone looked up a few of them went rigid.

"The Malfoy's? Mum, you were serious?" Percy questioned his mum and I stood their awkwardly.

"Yes, I was. They are our guests and I expect you all to behave." She pointed to Bill, Percy, Goerge, and especially Ron. He glared at me and his mother hit him over the head with one of the Daily Prophets. I sniggered but cleared my throat.

"Mrs. Weasley, thank you again for inviting us. I'm excited to try your cooking, as everyone says its to die for." I was annoying Ron and I was going to be having fun with this.

I saw Mr. Weasley enter the dining room and stared at my mother and me.

"Mrs. Malfoy. Draco Malfoy. A pleasure to see you again." I shook his hand firmly and he seemed impressed.

"Pleasure to see you too Mr. Weasley." I gave a small smile and he seemed surprised. He then went to shake my mother's hand.

"Pleasure to meet you, Mrs. Malfoy."

"Please, call me Narcissa. It's a pleasure to finally meet you as well, Mrs. Weasley."

"Please, call me Arthur and my wife Molly." My mother gave one of her rare, signature smiles and that made Mr. Weasley happier than could be.

"You both are welcome here anytime! Now, let's sit and eat up!" He sat at the head of the table. Bill, Percy, and Fleur sat next to one another on one side of the table. Hermione then sat down next to her and I sat down next to Hermione, with my mother on the other side of me, and Mrs. Weasley at the other head of the table. On the other side of Mr. Weasley, there was Ron, Ginny, Harry, and a little boy. I saw trays of chicken legs, corn, potatoes, and crumpets, and a pitcher filled with pumpkin juice come out and being placed on the table. When everyone started grabbing food, I placed some on my plate and started eating.

"Mrs. Weasley, this is absolutely delicious."

"Oh, thank you, Draco!" Mrs. Weasley smiled at me and continued eating.

"You have such a lovely home, Molly. It's so full of life and happiness." Mother commented.

"Thank you, Narcissa." Mrs. Weasley and mother started making small talk and started making dates to have tea at the manor. Whereas, I started making small talk with Hermione, Ginny, and Harry.

"Malfoy, you know what I realized?" Weasel looked up and I could tell everyone was already annoyed.

"What is it, Ron?" I decided to be the bigger person and use his first name.

"You haven't apologized to George or Percy." He smirked as I completely forgot to apologize to them.

"You're right, I haven't." I turned to George and started to speak before he cut me off.

"It's alright Draco. You make Hermione happy. Happier than anyone has ever been able to make her. Especially Ron over here. Keep making her happy and keep buying stuff for her like you did a few days ago, and we won't have any problems." George smiled and continued eating. I then turned to Percy and he did the same thing.

"Yeah, I agree. I see you've changed and you've been making Hermione smile when no one else has been able to. For that, I'm grateful. Thank you, and I also forgive you for how you acted towards me when I was still at Hogwarts. I do wanna know why you acted the way you did, but it can wait till after dinner." I nodded and smiled.

"Thank you, Percy. That means a lot to me. Of course, I can tell you why after dinner." We all then heard a cup slam onto the table and saw a literally fuming Weasel. His face was all red and he stormed out of the house and left with a crack. I sniggered quietly and continued eating. I looked at Hermione and she started to giggle as well. We both started laughing and soon everyone else joined us.

"I'm sorry, but his face was blimey brilliant!" I said in between my laughs as Hermione's head fell backward and then onto my shoulder. My laughter calmed down and I just stared at her laughing figure. She looked so carefree and happy; unlike what she looked like in the war. She looked up at me and when our eyes met, I got the familiar sense of butterflies. She looks so beautiful and so perfect. Her brown eyes twinkled, and her smile was radiant. I smiled wide and she did the same. We heard everyone quiet down and plates start to move, and by the time I had looked at the table, the plates were gone.

"Thank you, Mrs. Weasley. That was a wonderful dinner."

"Oh, Draco dear, please call me Molly." She smiled and rubbed my shoulder. I smiled at her and we got up and followed Ginny upstairs. Harry opened the door for her and she walked in first with Hermione and me following her. Harry then came in and shut the door.

"Well, what do you guys want to do? We leave tomorrow for Hogwarts." Ginny commented as she sat on her bed with Harry holding her from behind. I hope that can be Hermione and me soon.

"Well, we could always eat Bertie Botts Every Flavour Bean?" Harry suggested and we shrugged and grabbed some beans. I grabbed a bin that I saw in the corner and placed it in between the four of us.

"Alright, who wants to go first?"