Recently divorced Hermione Granger needed a fresh start. Away from all the tabloids, paparazzi, and some space to come to terms with the possibility she may never have children.
In efforts to cope with lost possibilities and broken promises, she fin...
Hermione smiled at the man, snuggling into him as he pulled her closer, "What once was a toxic partnership had been cleansed in the following generation to form a beautiful friendship...that's sounds quite lovely."
"Alright enough about Zabini," Draco rolled his eyes before a hand cupped her face and the other trailed down to grab her thigh and hitch it over his hip, "Now...where were we before we were so rudely interrupted?"
Hermione giggled as his lips captured hers once more.
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The sounds of seagulls flying overhead brought a smile on Hermione's face as she shielded it from the bright sun.
"This place really is breathtaking." She stepped out onto the terrace, taking a seat on one of the lounge chairs, and taking in the view of the South African coast.
Draco took his place on the lounge chair beside hers, handing her a glass of lemonade, "The top suite we're in and the roof is for the Malfoy's private use only, but the suites and rooms below us are part of the hotel."
"I'm surprised you decided to live humbly in a suburban muggle neighborhood out of all your mansions and buildings around the world." She smirked while sipping her drink, thinking of how huge the house was on the inside compared to it's quaint appearance on the outside.
"We needed a change in pace...in scenery...in perspective..." Draco shrugged, a far off look on his face.
"A space you can find comfort and take refuge in...a space entirely of your own..." She nodded, having understood him. "Blaise did well in finding that for you and Scorpius."
He gave her a small smile as they continued to watch the waves lap onto the shores, people enjoying the beach, almost looking like ants from how high up the two were from the terrace.
He took her hand in his and kissed the back of her hand, "Dance with me."
Since their first date, they made it a habit of theirs to dance together whenever they found a quiet moment to themselves. Though Hermione found it quite cheesy, she secretly loved every moment of it.
She looked around, "There's not enough space to dance on the terrace."
"Alright then!" Draco swiftly pulled her onto his lap, picked her up bridal style, and all but ran to the stairs in the suite.
Hermione squealed as he kicked open the door to the rooftop, "You're going to break the door!"
"We're magical sweetheart, don't worry about it." He laughed as he set her gently back down to her feet.
She took a look at the surroundings:
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"There's a pool up here when the ocean is just a 5minute walk away from this place?" Hermione gawked.
"Do you not like it? I could always re-renovate the space to your liking." Draco asked in concern.
"No no," Hermione quickly explained, "it's not that, it's just...I'm not used to such lavish things."
"Oh, I'm sorry..." Draco rubbed the back of his neck, unsure of what else to say.
Hermione shook her head and placed her arms around his neck, smiling up at him, "You wanted to dance?"
He smirked, quickly kissed the tip of her nose, and snapped his fingers. A sweet melody began playing as they held each other close; swaying to the rhythm of the music...
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(A.N./ The song being used can be accessed on the 2nd slide of the chapter cover, "Bubbly" by Colbie Caillat)
I've been awake for a while now You've got me feeling like a child now 'Cause every time I see your bubbly face I get the tingles in a silly place It starts in my toes, and I crinkle my nose Wherever it goes, I always know That you make me smile, please stay for a while now Just take your time, wherever you go The rain is falling on my windowpane But we are hiding in a safer place Under covers, staying dry and warm You give me feelings that I adore They start in my toes, make me crinkle my nose Wherever it goes, I always know That you make me smile, please stay for a while now Just take your time, wherever you go But what am I gonna say When you make me feel this way? I just-, mmm And it starts in my toes, makes me crinkle my nose Wherever it goes, I always know That you make me smile, please stay for a while now Just take your time, wherever you go I've been asleep for a while now You tuck me in just like a child now 'Cause every time you hold me in your arms I'm comfortable enough to feel your warmth It starts in my soul, and I lose all control When you kiss my nose, the feeling shows 'Cause you make me smile, baby, just take your time now Holding me tight Wherever, wherever, wherever you go Wherever, wherever, wherever you go Wherever you go, I always know 'Cause you make me smile, even just for a while...
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A warm breeze blew past them, and Hermione sighed in contentment, "I could get used to this..."
"Stay with me, and you definitely will." He smirked at her.
She began smiling up at him, "Good, because I'm not going anywhere."
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Author's Note:
A fun chapter tonight, hehe. See you in the next one! (^_^)
