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Atonement	By : articcat621 Category: Harry Potter > Het - Male/Female > Lucius/Hermione Views: 16710 -:- Recommendations : 1 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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A/N: I apologize for not updating in so long. I am so so sorry for that and I hope I haven't lost anyone because of that. RL has been chaotic so I've been struggled to find time for myself, but I promise to make a better effect. I know you've been waiting long, so I won't ramble no more. I hope you all enjoy.
Disclaimer: JKR owns the Harry Potter world, not me. I am making no money from the posting of this story.

Chapter 11
Hermione awoke the next morning feeling incredibly well rested. In fact, she couldn't remember the last time she slept so peacefully. Turning over, she watched Lucius sleep. Seeing him so relaxed put a smile on her face. His face was relaxed, his blonde hair splayed all over the pillow.
Reaching out, she gently twirled her finger around a long, blond strand. He grumbled in his sleep, mumbling something incoherently.
She stifled a giggle. Glancing at his collarbone, she noticed his scars. Hermione frowned, thinking about the War. For the longest time, she had gone on thinking that the opposing side didn't suffer as much as they had. Talking with Lucius last night really opened her eyes. The other side hurt just as much even if no one knew about it. She pitied him, even though he would be furious if he knew what she was thinking.
Looking back at his face, she saw his grey eyes peering into her brown ones.
"Hi," she mumbled sheepishly.
"Hello," his deep voice replied. His arms appeared from under the sheets and wrapped themselves around her waist. "Did you sleep all right?"
She nodded, pressing her cheek against his chest. "Best sleep I've had in a while."
"Good," he said, kissing the top of her head. "I slept good as well."
The feeling of his arms around her made her feel safe. She didn't know who had broken into her apartment and that scared her. What if Lucius hadn't been with her? Would she have been able to hold her own against her attacker?
"Don't fret, Hermione, you'll be safe," he murmured, reading her mind. "We'll Floo Potter once we get ready for the day and ask him if he has found out anything."
Hermione nodded shakily. "I just thought the War was over. All of this is just too much."
"You'll be fine," Lucius assured. "I won't let anything happen to you and neither will Potter or Draco. You're safe."
Peering into his grey eyes, Hermione smiled, letting out a small laugh.
"What?" he asked her.
"Well, thank you for still being here. Any other guy would have turned tail at the sight of danger."
Lucius snorted. "I'm not quite sure where you got that ridiculous notion, but I can assure you that I would do no such thing. I've been on the battlefront before; one small skirmish won't scare me off."
Looking up, she brushed her lips against his. "Thank you, Lucius."
He smirked. "That was delectable; I think I may steal another." He initiated the kiss this time, humming appreciatively against her lips.
After a few moments, Hermione pulled away. "I think we should get ready for the day."
"Are you sure we shouldn't stay in bed longer?" He rolled over so he was now hovering above her.
Blushing, Hermione nodded. "Yes, I think it would be best if we got ready. I want to see if Harry's found anything out."
Lucius nodded. "Very well, you may shower first and get ready."
"Okay, thank you," Hermione said, getting up from the bed. She grabbed some clothes for the day before disappearing into the bathroom.

Lucius stood, immediately making his room to his study. He needed to reconnect with some old acquaintances.

When Hermione stepped out of the bathroom she saw that Lucius was nowhere to be found. Pursing her lips, she pulled out her wand. Right as she was about to summon her Patronus, a house elf appeared.
"Misses! The Masters told me to lead you to the dining room," the small elf said, it's ears flopping happily.
"Oh, all right," Hermione said. "May I ask what your name is?"
"Tippy, ma'am." Tippy gave a small bow. "This way."
Hermione followed Tippy down the hall. She was glad Tippy was there because she knew she wouldn't have been able to navigate the manor all on her own.
"Tippy?" Hermione asked, hoping the small elf would be able to answer some of her questions. "Do the Malfoys treat you all right?"
"Oh yes," Tippy said happily. "I am paid one Knut a week and I can have time if I want."
That shocked Hermione. "Really? The Malfoys give you time off?"
Tippy nodded. "The Masters are very nice. They weren't always so, but now, yes."
"But don't you want to be free?" Hermione questioned.
"No!" Tippy squeaked. "I like it very much." Her small ears lowered. "Am I a bad house elf, misses?"
"No! Of course not," Hermione assured her. She bent down to look into Tippy's eyes. "I just wanted to make sure you weren't being mistreated."
"Stop terrorizing the house elves, Hermione," Draco drawled from the doorway.
Hermione looked up and made a face at him. "I was just asking her some questions."
"Tippy, you're dismissed."
Tippy disappeared with a pop.
"Come on, Hermione." He led her into the dining room where breakfast was laid out. "Father will join us momentarily."
Hermione took a seat near Draco and began to put food onto her place. Her stomach growled eagerly. "Do you always have this much laid out for meals?"
Draco nodded. "Whatever we don't eat is donated to one of the shelters in Diagon Alley."
"The soup kitchen?"
Draco nodded.
Hermione smiled. "It seems I don't know everything about you after all."
"Why would you?" he questioned, his eyes watching her carefully.
"Because we're best friends?"
Draco laughed. "Well, just because we're best friends doesn't mean you get to know all my business."
"Of course it does!" she protested.
Draco grinned at her. "No, I like to keep some secrecy in my life."
Hermione rolled her eyes. "Now you're just teasing me."
"Of course I am." He smiled smugly. "I never pass up an opportunity to tease you, my dear."
Hermione stuck her tongue out at him before turning back to her breakfast. As she ate, she wondered where Lucius was. What was so important that it couldn't wait?
Lucius appeared a few moments later, briskly walking over and taking a seat across from Hermione. He gave her a warm smile that didn't quite reach his eyes.
Hermione watched as he began to butter some toast. She loved to watch him work. Every little thing he did was so meticulous. The movement of his slender fingers was mesmerizing and Hermione found herself wondering what else his fingers were good at. She blushed, mentally chided herself for thinking such dirty thoughts at the breakfast table.
"Any luck?" Draco asked, breaking the silence between the three.
"I shall know later today," Lucius answered curtly, not looking up from his food.
Draco opened his mouth to speak but Hermione cut him off.
"Know what?" she asked, looking back and forth between them.
"Nothing that you need to concern yourself with," Lucius said gently. "I'm sorry I wasn't back by the time you finished dressing. I didn't mean to take so long."
"What were you doing?" she pressed. She didn't care for the suspicious way he was acting.
"As I said, nothing you need to concern yourself with."
Hermione arched her brow. "You know I don't like to be kept out of the loop." He knew that from their workings together so why was he acting that way?
"Just drop it, Hermione," Draco said. "He'll tell you when he's ready."
She pursed her lips, remaining quiet. She silently vowed to figure out what was going on.
"I shall Floo Potter once we finish breakfast so he can come over. Until we figure out what's being going on, you shall remain here at the Manor."
Hermione felt her cheeks grow warm. "Excuse me? But what about work? What about my life? I don't want to be cooped up here."
How dare he insinuate I'm some useless damsel who can't care for herself! I am more than capable for taking care of myself… Anger bubbled in her thoughts.
"Hermione, work isn't a priority right now. Your safety is," Draco said gently, watching the signs of anger appear on her face. He wanted to stop her before she lost it completely. "Besides, both of your bosses insist you take time off."
"No, I have too much to do. The building plans for the Switzerland location has to be approved, the numbers from last week's incident must be double checked, and I have to contact Joffrey about the interest on the loan he-"
"-Hermione, stop," Lucius said, cutting off her rant. "There is no need for you to worry about all of these things."
"I don't want to fall behind," Hermione explained. "I know both of you are used to doing what you want when you want, but other people do have deadlines they need to work with."
"You're not going to work," Lucius insisted. "I don't care if I need to say it a million times, you're not going."
"Don't you dare boss me around!" Hermione argued. "I'm not so easily swayed, Lucius."
"Can't you see it's dangerous? Even Potter agrees with me." He mentally groaned in frustration. He knew Hermione was a feisty witch, but this was just ridiculous. It seemed Draco didn't exaggerate about her stubbornness.
"Oh, so you and Harry just thought you'd gang up on me? This is ridiculous." Hermione crossed her arms, sending Lucius a glare.
Draco, deciding that he'd had enough, stood. "Hermione, later today I will take you to the office. You will gather whatever papers you need and then we will take it all back here. You will work from the manor."
Lucius and Hermione both fell silent. It appeared they had both forgotten that there was a solution besides arguing.
Casting a glance at Lucius, whose expression was now unreadable, Hermione nodded. "Yes, please, Draco. I would appreciate it."
"Good, now if you excuse me, I'll go Floo Potter." Draco turned and left the room. He knew the two needed a moment alone.
Hermione stared at her plate, embarrassed about what had just happened.
"I apologize," Lucius said stiffly. "It seems I care too much about your safety."
"There's no need to apologize," Hermione responded. She reached across the table and took his hand. "I know you are right. I was just being stubborn."
"Yes, you were." Lucius stood from the table and moved so he was now on her side of the table. He crouched down in front of her. Taking her hand, he pressed it against his cheek. "I've lost so much throughout my life, Hermione. I don't want to lose you too."
Hermione nodded, tears welling up in her eyes. "You won't, Lucius, I promise. I won't go anywhere."
He wrapped his arms around her, hugging her tightly. She wrapped her arms around his neck, hugging him back. His familiar scent filled her nostrils, calming her nerves.
"Do you think we'll always argue?" she asked.
"Of course," Lucius said with a smile on his face. "And it will be about the same topic over and over again. That's just who we are."
"We're both stubborn." Hermione smiled.
"Yes, but I wouldn't change it. It's part of what makes you a wonderful witch." He looked at her, passion in his eyes.
She blushed under his intense gaze. "Lucius, kiss me?" she asked quietly.
"No need to ask."
He pressed his lips to hers, allowing himself to give in to the sensations. It had been so long since he had kissed anyone who had meant something to him. He and Narcissa never kissed. If they did, it was cold and formal, much like their marriage was. Kissing Hermione, however, something some else entirely. It seemed that no matter how tightly he held her, it was never enough. The smallest look from her sent his blood into a boil. To be honest he was surprised she hadn't noticed his constant erection.
She moaned into the kiss, causing Lucius to groan. His hands slid down her back, moving to her waist. He gripped her tightly, deepening the kiss. Slowly, his hands played with the bottom of her sweater, before slowly sliding under. He gently caressed the bare skin of her sides, sending chills up Hermione's spine.
Hermione gasped, wishing that his hands would move higher. The feel of him was wonderful, she wondered…
A small cough interrupted them.
Abruptly the two broke apart and Lucius stepped back.
In the doorway was Draco, a large grin on his face. "Sorry to disturb the snogging, but I've brought Harry."
Harry stood behind Draco, a sickly expression on his face. Knowing his friend was dating the older Malfoy was one thing, seeing them snog was another thing completely.
Hermione felt herself blush. She cleared her throat, hoping to move past the awkwardness. "Harry, why don't you join us for breakfast?" she gestured to the table.
Harry smiled. "Thanks. I was in such a rush this morning I didn't have time to eat anything."
The four of them took a seat at the table.
As Harry ate, he explained how the Aurors had run samples on the blood in her apartment and the magical traces that were left behind. The person who had attacked her, however, was not in the system.
"Not in the system? How is that possible?" Lucius inquired, feeling worried.
Harry shrugged, looking nervous himself. "They're unregistered. We've started to contact other countries and asked them to run the information through the system."
"So you think they're from a different country?" Hermione inquired.
Harry bit her lip. "If things were easy, yes. But-"
"-Things have never been easy for us, have they Harry?" she asked sadly, already knowing where the conversation was going.
He nodded. "I think we're dealing with someone from Britain. But that makes this situation much more dangerous."
Hermione thought for a moment. "They're dangerous because they've either manage to keep themselves unregistered or they have erased themselves from the archives?"
"Unfortunately, I think the latter is true."
Draco frowned. "But that's… No."
"I don't like it, but it has to be the only option. At least, that's what I think. Kingsley wants to wait and see if we can hear back from any other Ministries."
"Wait, why is it so far-fetched someone could erase themselves? People disappear all the time in the Muggle world," Hermione commented, feeling a bit confused.
Lucius paused before answering. "Because, Hermione, the only person can edit the archives like that are high Ministry officials."
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