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You Be the Anchor That Keeps My Feet on the Ground	By : articcat621 Category: Harry Potter > Het - Male/Female Views: 3422 -:- Recommendations : 1 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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A/N: I apologize for not updating for soon long. RL has been pretty hectic. But here we are, and I hope you enjoy!

Chapter 12
The next morning, Hermione awoke feeling rather well rested. Reaching her arms up, she stretched. A body behind her grumbled.
Turning over, she smiled at Percy. He was awake, smiling at her. "Hello," she whispered sleepily.
"Hey, beautiful," he said, reached up to brush a curl out of her face. He laughed when his finger got caught in her hair. Hermione winced as he gave his finger a tug. "Sorry," he whispered apologetically.
Hermione giggled. "I just don't think my hair wants to let you go."
Leaning forward, Percy bravely gave Hermione a tentative kiss.
The feeling sent shivers down her spine. Ignoring their morning breath, Hermione wrapped her arms around Percy's neck, tugging him closer.
Percy gave out a small yelp of surprise at Hermione's aggressiveness. The two of them had only exchanged a few small, chaste kisses every so often. But this… this was unlike anything they had done before, apart for that special night.
"Percy," Hermione whispered, before attacking his lips once more. She didn't know if it was because the moment was right or if it was due to the onslaught of hormones her body was receiving, but she wanted Percy.
She slipped her tongue into his mouth, moving it around and losing herself in the sensations. She trembled in anticipation at the feelings coursing through her.
Reluctantly, Percy pulled away. "That was really nice," he whispered.
"Yes, it was." Hermione looked into Percy's eyes, finally feeling happy. She had slept so well last night in his arms, better than she ever did at her house. Biting her lip, she looked up at him. "Can I live here… with you?"
Percy's jaw dropped.
Immediately, Hermione tried to backtrack. "No, no, it's all right. I can just stay at home," she blabbed, her cheeks growing red from embarrassment.
"No," Percy half shouted, grasping her hands. "I want you to live with me; I just never thought that you'd want too."
"Oh, well, I do," she said softly, still feeling embarrassed. "It just makes sense because we're going to be a family soon, and well, I like you and I just-"
Percy cut her off with a kiss. "Stop rambling love."
She smiled. "Okay, thank you Percy."
"No, thank you, Hermione, for giving me a chance."
Wrapping her arms around him, she pulled him in for another kiss.

Hours later, after a much needed snogging session, the two of them were dressed and ready to go to Hermione's house. She was going to tell her parents she was moving into Percy's and hoped they wouldn't be too upset.
But she was already pregnant, so there wasn't much they could protest about them living together in sin.
Grinning at Percy, the two of them stepped into the fireplace and Flooed to the Granger's residence.
"Mum? Dad?" Hermione called out, brushing the soot from her clothes.
"Hermione, dear, how did things go yesterday?" her mother asked, sensing that it didn't go all that well.
"Naturally, it was a disaster," Percy explained, his hand lingering on Hermione's lower back.
Jane's face fell. "Was it really that bad?"
Hermione collapsed into a chair, Percy following closely. "Mum, it was a bloody train wreck. Mrs. Weasley just flipped out, telling me that I wasn't allowed in the house anymore and then practically accused me of taking advantage of Percy! Like I would need a love potion to get a man," she harrumphed.
"I'm sorry love," Jane said, bending down to give Hermione a kiss.
She shrugged. "Oh well, they'll either come around, or they won't. Trust me; I won't be losing any sleep over it."
"That's my girl, tough as nails," Jane said, a smile on her face.
"But the night wasn't a total loss…" Hermione began, turning to grin at Percy. He reached over and grasped her hand.
"Oh?" Jane arched her eyebrow. She had a feeling she knew where this was going, but was determined to wait and see.
"Well, Percy and I got to spend some quality time together, and I think our relationship has really progressed."
Jane felt the tears well up in her eyes. She had hoped that Hermione and Percy would fall in love at some point, and it seemed to be happening sooner than she had expected. "Oh, Hermione," she said, throwing her arms around her daughter, hugging her tightly. "I'm so happy for you both." Turning, Jane quickly hugged Percy as well, who was shocked, but eventually returned the hug.
"But well, I was wondering if it would be all right for me to move into Percy's flat? I mean, I know we haven't really been together that long, but it just seemed logical." She was suddenly nervous of what her mother would think.
"Hermione, you're a grown adult. You've fought in a War for goodness sake! If you want to live your boyfriend, who happens to be the father of your baby, go right ahead dear. You know your father and I will support you no matter what."
"Thanks Mum," Hermione replied, smiling. "Now how about some food? I'm starving!"
Jane chuckled. "Sure, I'll put some tea on and we can have some almond cakes?"
"That sounds perfect; I'm just going to go use to loo quickly."
Percy chuckled as he watched her go. "She's been going to the bathroom nonstop."
"Don't worry; she's starting the eating phase now it looks like. She'll be stuffing her face constantly, just due to the stress of everything. Number one rule; don't mention her weight… ever."
Percy nodded, his eyes wide. He was suddenly worried about screwing up his relationship with Hermione. Things had been going so good, apart from his family, and he didn't want to botch it up.
"But don't worry, Hermione isn't one to take things too seriously," Jane said cheerily. "It's just the hormones will lower her self-esteem and make her less sure of herself, just be sure to be your loving and caring self, Percy."
"Thank you, Jane," Percy said, smiling. "It's very nice of you to be so supportive of Hermione and me. Without your support, I don't know where she would be."
Jane frowned for a moment, but quickly brushed the sad feeling away. "I'm just glad she has you. Percy, you're being so supportive and helpful, and I know Hermione appreciates it." She placed a few mugs down on the table. "Between me and you, I'm glad the whole thing with Ron is over."
"Really?" Percy asked, pouring himself some tea. Grabbing the sugar, he mixed two cubes in.
"Well, he wasn't really suited to Hermione at all. He was just so…" Jane trailed off. "I just can't put my finger on it. Hermione needs someone like her, smart, studious, lovable, like you. Ron was just so oblivious to Hermione's needs. He was always going on about Quidditch and his future, but never really asking Hermione about hers. My daughter needs someone who will encourage her growth as a person, not stunt it."
Percy felt his heart swell. Jane really was the perfect mother and although he hated himself for thinking it, he wished he had a mother like her. His Mum was great with everyone else, but she never really coddled him like the others. She couldn't let go of his mistake, and that hurt him.
Looking at Jane, seeing all the love she held for Hermione despite everything that's been happening was absolutely beautiful. He wished he had someone who loved him like that.
"Thank you," he eventually croaked out, his voice thick with emotion. "I'm honored that you think Hermione and I are right for each other. I can only hope that I'll help her grow as a person."
"Oh Percy, you already have! That's the beauty of it," Jane said grinning. "Hermione always talked about how she wanted to be just like you when she was younger. You were the perfect student and she aimed to be a replica of yourself."
Percy felt his cheeks grow hot.
"Are you done talking about me?" Hermione asked, entering the room. "Sorry I took so long, honestly, I don't know where all this pee comes from. I just peed about an hour ago."
"Part of the pregnancy package, my love," Jane said, sliding a mug of tea towards her daughter.
"Yum, peppermint," Hermione said, sniffing the tea. "Pass the sugar love," she told Percy.
"Of course," he said, sliding the sugar towards her.
Hermione added one lump of sugar, slowly stirring it. "So what exactly were you talking about?" she asked, glancing at the two of them.
"Oh, this and that. But tell me, how's my little grand-baby today?"
"Good," Hermione said, rubbing her tiny bump. "I can't wait to find out what we're having, if that's all right with you," she said, turning towards Percy.
"I bet it'll be a boy," he said proudly.
Hermione shook his head. "No, it's definitely a girl."
Jane chuckled. "Either way, it's going to be a beautiful baby."
"I suppose," Hermione said teasingly, grinning at Percy.
"I take offense to that," he said, wrapping his arm around her waist.
"Yes well, there," she said, sticking her tongue out at him.
Jane secretly smiled. She was so happy that Hermione finally found someone well suited to her.
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