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Truth will set you free!	By : dreamtrooper Category: Harry Potter > Het - Male/Female > Draco/Hermione Views: 9582 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter nor the characters from it and I do not make any money from the writing of this story. This plot however is a figment of my imagination.

Chapter List
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- 18
Kingsley woke up to see the sunlight shining through the curtain. He thought he heard someone in the room and slowly opened his eyes to see a shadow leave the room, luckily he still had strong reflexes and so he jumped from the bed to see only a glimpse of the intruder and was flummoxed to see his own face disappear before him. Kingsley shook his head and became alert immediately. He was running elections and he knew that the contenders might try something nasty. He was scared but he forced himself to see what the intruder was doing in his huge room. Again he was puzzled when he saw a sealed parchment on his dresser, it had his family’s seal on it. He was mystified because that seal was in his desk in a hidden compartment in his office and that desk had wards around it which only he could break.
After casting spells to see if it was cursed, Kingsley picked up the parchment and read it. As he read it he became quite agitated. He did not know if the person who had written the letter was a liar or a genuine person. He decided that he would take action only if he could confirm the news that had been written on the parchment. And so he got ready and went to his office, Peter was already there, hard working as usual and he was surprised to see his son Michael help him in his campaign. He had been visiting him regularly for the past week and Kingsley was happy that Michael finally found something he could enjoy doing. Kingsley attended meetings and gatherings the whole day. He waited for the right time and it came after the team had left for the day. He walked stealthily into the conference room which was closed and peeked in. Sure enough he saw Michael rubbing Peter’s shoulders and giving him a massage as Peter joked he would pay Michael back but only in kisses. Michael joked back saying his massages were very costly. They both laughed and then gave a small peck on each other’s lips.
This was what Kingsley had been waiting for. He now knew that the parchment was written by him. The handwriting was his and so was the family seal. He had come from the future to warn him about Michael. It carried the horrible news of Michael’s death and that was enough for Kingsley to consider if this mystery parchment was worth checking out. He realized that he had indeed been blind. His son had fallen in love with Peter and was going to keep that a secret because he feared his father’s rejection. The parchment also advised him about Rose’s pregnancy. He could not understand what his stand should be but then his future-self had told him the grim future of his son and so Kingsley decided to intervene.
Next week was the Christmas party that Malfoy would throw and Rose and Michael would come together to conceive their child. Kingsley had to harden his soul to come to the decision to make sure that that did not happen. He knew that the child would get both its parents killed if it came into being and so he made his mind up to save two lives at the cost of one.
Next week came and he attended that party with Michael and he saw to it that Rose was not disturbed by Michael even though he tried a lot to get Rose’s attention, Kingsley forbid him to trouble her anymore. Michael escaped from his sight and Kingsley looked dejectedly at the young lovers leaving the party hand in hand. He knew that he had no other option but to talk to Michael and Rose together. And so after two weeks Kingsley took a leave from his office for the first time and spent time with Michael playing Quidditch and then they had lunch at Diagon Alley and they met Rose there who was with Lily and James Potter. She excused herself and went to greet Michael who introduced her to his father for the first time.
“Hello Rose, it is so nice to meet you at last.” Kingsley spoke softly knowing that without the right actions he might not see this young vibrant woman alive again. And so he continued to talk to her much to Michael’s surprise about potions and alchemy as she had been undecided regarding her choice of mastery between the two. Kingsley then pulled Michael into the conversation and then spoke seriously but in a soft tone, “Listen kids, I know that you two were getting serious and then something happened and now you are not together. I get it… but life is too short to keep grudges. Think of it as a part of your life where you experimented with what you felt right but may be it was not meant to be. Rose, I know you still have feelings for my son and I admire your commitment but don’t you think that a relationship needs it from both sides for it to work? Michael isn’t ready now and I can assure you from my own personal experience that such relationships end in disaster only. You may end up hating each other or even killing each other. I know you both are now adults and can make your own decisions and that is why I have the confidence that both of you will feel free to approach me should you find yourself in a place where you cannot make a decision. I promise to help you the best I can. Rose, I can see you becoming a great scholar like your mother, winning accolades and making a name for yourself in our world. Michael I know you can make a good leader, focus on doing good for the society. You both may now have different paths but know that it is up to you to walk it and not stray. It takes great effort to make something of oneself. It takes dedication and hard work but at the end the reward is so sweet that you will feel everything was worth it. So heed my words and please keep your relationship honest. If you have any trouble know that you can come to me and I will give you the best advice I can. I have already neglected you a lot Michael but from now on, you are my priority. Rose, I am always available for you in case you want guidance on any subject. I may not be as knowledgeable as your mother but I know a fair bit about life. So please feel free to get in touch with me. Okay kids… I don’t want to lecture you anymore. I am feeling very sleepy and its time for my afternoon power nap. Michael, take Rose to her home. It was nice meeting you Rose. Hope we will meet again.” Saying this he rose and gave a peck on Rose’s cheek and apparated immediately. Rose and Michael looked at the spot stunned and not knowing how to react to this very open and direct communication from Kingsley.
Hermione was surprised when she saw Kingsley at her doorstep. She was already having trouble with her husband Ron and was hoping that he had not created any more trouble for her. She invited him inside and then Kingsley asked her to pay attention to what he was going to say because he has information that she may never believe unless she knew about time travel. Hermione herself had used the time turner and knew what it could do. Kingsley then told her about the parchment left in his room along with his family seal. Hermione read the parchment with a rapidly beating heart. She could not believe the words that were written on it. Her daughter Rose would be murdered by Michael but there was the silver lining of being able to stop this from happening by taking the right action.
“You want me to talk to her about Michael?” she asked after contemplating the parchment.
Kingsley nodded saying, “I don’t know if I am right or not Hermione but I know that if we had been approachable parents, maybe our kids would have acted differently. I am hoping our actions will let them know that there are so many options for them to choose from than the path that they will elect in the future. We need to speak to our kids, let them know they are more precious to us than the whole world no matter what they are going through. I have realized my mistake and am in the process of mending it. I suggest you do the same.” Saying this he left an open mouthed Hermione in his wake. She was stunned to hear the fact that she may have forced her daughter to take such an extreme step because of her high standards.
That night Rose was pleasantly surprised to see Hermione waiting for her on the couch in their drawing room, “Mom! Why are you still awake? I told you I might be late.”
Hermione smiled and spoke, “I bought your favourite ice cream from the market. I was hoping to share it with you before we sleep. Does that sound like a good plan?”
Rose grinned and nodded, “Of course mom, it’s a brilliant plan as usual. My mom can never make a wrong decision. I know that!”
Hermione laughed and replied, “Not always Rose. I make mistakes too. I made the mistake of spending so much time working for the ministry in a job that gave me no satisfaction. I made the mistake for taking my teenage crush seriously and marrying your father even before we could understand what love is, I made the mistake of not spending enough time with my kids when everything I do is for you. I am not perfect Rose, I may try to be perfect all the time but I am not perfect. Please do not think that you have to follow my footsteps. You are unique as you are and I love you the most for it. I would love it if you would come first in your class but if you don’t, it will not diminish my love for you. As your mother I may have very high expectations about you but you are in no way obligated to fulfil my wishes against your will. Live your life the way you want to and I will respect that. Rose, life is too short to follow somebody else’s footsteps. Instead make you own way, there is so much more thrill in it.” Hermione looked at her daughter with love and hope and regret. Rose looked completely perplexed at seeing her mother being so open with her about her feelings. She had always been a closed person and so it felt like Hermione was spilling her secrets. However Rose was glad she could confide in her mom because lately she had not been feeling well and she was scared that she might have made a colossal mistake on the night of Christmas.
Hermione looked at the panicked look that Rose had on her face and ventured cautiously, “Rose, sweetheart, if there is anything that you want to tell me you can do so. I will not judge you. Like I said everybody makes mistakes and you are allowed as well. Is everything alright with you? I know you saw Michael at the party a fortnight ago. I hope you both have made peace. Rose, what is it darling? Why are you crying?”
Saying this Hermione hugged her daughter as she sobbed into her chest. Hermione thanked God silently as she pulled Rose closer to give her more comfort. Rose sobbed for a few minutes before she took control of her feelings and replied, “Oh, mum, I messed up, I made the wrong decision and now… I think… I think I made a big mistake by meeting Michael that night. We… we said goodbye and were intimate for one last time and… mum, I think I might be pregnant!” saying that she started to cry again. Hermione sat stunned, she was trying to reconcile with the fact that Kingsley had spoken the truth. She needed to tread carefully and make sure Rose did not take any wrong decisions here. This moment was crucial.
She pulled Rose up and looked into her eyes and smiled, “Rose, if you have a doubt, best thing is to clear it. Are you ready to check if you really are pregnant or not?”
Rose looked at her in surprise as Hermione spoke so calmly without shouting at her for spoiling her future or letting her know how disappointed she was in Rose for taking such a foolish step. She merely nodded and looked at Hermione as she summoned her wand and cast the proper spell to know if she was pregnant. The results were instant, the light was golden which meant she was pregnant. Rose widened her eyes in shock and terror while Hermione simply looked at her and smiled, “Congratulations Rose, you are going to be a mother. How do you feel about this?”
Rose shook her head and sat away, “Who are you and what have you done to my mother? Hermione Granger would never act like this. She would have been supportive but only after being critical. You are not my mother.”
She narrowed her eyes as Hermione snorted and replied, “I don’t blame you for thinking so. I have been critical of your decisions even though I was supportive of them. I know how difficult it can be to make this decision Rose. You are my first born. I had you when I was very young and I too had to go through the same phase before I could decide that I wanted to have you. Ron always wanted children but I wanted a career as well. You too are going to go through the same dilemma. So just think of me as being your rock and your wall to bounce off any ideas or doubts you may have. This is a very serious matter that needs time and consideration before you make up your mind. Remember this is a life time commitment. I will make you a cup of coffee while you calm down. Okay?”
Rose nodded meekly. Everything that she said was true. She had an important decision to make. Rose sighed with relief after she saw Hermione leave towards the kitchen. Never had she thought that her mom would react so coolly to this news. She felt as of a heavy weight had been lifted over her shoulders. She felt more relaxed and calm. Her nerves had been too frayed for the past one week after she realized that she was late. She had made up her mind to hide this news from Hermione and speak to Michael first. Maybe he would finally see light and marry her for the sake of their child.
“Here have some coffee. So have you thought about your next step?” Hermione asked as Rose took the cup from her hand. They were sitting facing each other on the couch with hot cups of coffee.
Rose nodded, “Yes mum, I need to speak to Michael and let him know about the child. Then we probably have to get married. I will have to make him see the true picture.”
Hermione heard her and agreed slowly nodding her head and then finally asked, “But what if he doesn’t want this child? You are ready now because undoubtedly you love this child yes?” Rose nodded quickly. Hermione continued, “But what if Michael plans to go on a world tour and explore the world? What if he doesn’t want to be tied down because he had different plans? Are you ready to raise this child alone?”
Rose looked at her wide eyed and shook her head, “God, no mum, I don’t think I can. I have no job yet, I plan to study a lot more and make a name for myself. I want to do so much but at the same time I don’t want to lose this baby. I want him or her so much. I thought about it a lot in the last few days and all I could decide was that I will not kill it. I will raise it no matter what. If Michael does not want it… then…” she could not go on. It hurt her too much because she could not tell her mother about Michael and Peter. She still had hopes that Michael would come back to her.
Hermione spoke firmly but calmly, “Rose, focus on the most important part here. Whether Michael stays in this baby’s life or not is secondary. The decision to keep the baby is yours, are you willing to take its entire responsibility in case Michael refuses to help you or marry you? Think carefully Rose. I don’t want you to answer to me, but I want you to answer yourself because only then can you take the next step forward. Michael is the father and I agree he needs to be there but as the baby’s mother, his existence in this world is decided by you. Are you ready to have a child and be a single mother?”
Rose looked confused because for the first time she could see the full picture clearly. She would have to change a lot, she would have to give up a lot and dedicate the next 18 years of her life to her kid. And that too may be all alone. She shuddered as she thought of all that she would have to give up for her child. On one hand she was ready to do all that but on the other hand she wanted some support, some help from Michael to raise her kid. Rose stared at her cup for a long time before she glanced at Hermione and shook her head, “No mum, I cannot decide yet. I want this child but I don’t know if I can do this alone. I would need support.”
Hermione smiled and nodded, “You are so right Rose. You will need support on all things and for that you can count on me and your brother, your father and our extended family members but if you want Michael to help then please speak to him about your expectations from him. If he doesn’t want to participate then reconsider your decision about the child. I am saying this so that you can prepare yourself for the future for whatever it may hold. Life can be very hard Rose, you will have to become strong to live it. So my suggestion would be for you to go to Michael, talk to him, come to some sort of understanding after being honest with each other and then take the final decision.”
Rose nodded, “Yes mum, I will go and meet him tomorrow.”
Michael sat stunned on his bed after Rose told him the news. He wasn’t ready to be a father! He had no interest in having a baby who would call him daddy and go off to school after eleven years. He knew he would have to spend a lot for his kid and on his kid. He had no job, not that he needed one. The Shacklebolts were rich in their own right and he had his trust fund to depend on. But a baby needed attention for a long time, something he was not ready to give away. He was just starting to like Peter a lot and he saw a lot of potential in their relationship. He had never felt so secure with another human being. He was falling in love with him and he wanted to spend every minute with him getting to know him. This news was not good news for Michael.
“Say something Michael. I have been sitting here for the past five minutes waiting for your reaction. I can understand that this is not what you wanted to hear from the way you just froze. If you were really happy you would have hugged me by now.” Rose spoke sadly. This reaction from Michael was proof that he did not want their baby. This broke her heart. She felt as if he had left her all alone to deal with the baby. She had expected him to rejoice instead he paled and sat like he had been petrified.
Michael simply blinked at her. He did not know what he was supposed to say that would make her feel good. He could not give his word that he would support her because that would mean telling his father about the baby and that meant marriage to Rose because his father would never allow him to have a child out of wedlock. He was totally confused and needed Peter and his sane advice urgently. He did not know how his lover would take this news as it would mean that he still had relations with Rose even though they were together. Michael felt trapped and began to sweat. He felt the panic rising inside him. He felt breathless but then snapped when Rose slapped his cheek asking him to breathe and concentrate on her. He was able to control this feeling of breathlessness and looked at her. Rose looked very sad. She had tears in her eyes and she told him to owl her if he wanted to talk. Michael grabbed her hand and spoke slowly, “Rose… I… I am so sorry. I… I am not ready… I can’t. I will owl you after I have thought about it. Please give me some time.” His pleading eyes told Rose everything that she needed to know. She simply nodded and left his apartment.
Rose apparated to her home and fell down on the couch sobbing. Hermione who was cooking in the kitchen came into the drawing room and was surprised to find her daughter crying. She quickly used magic to close her cooking and ran to Rose worried for her. Rose hugged her and cried. She tried to speak a few words in between her sobs, “You…were… right mum. He doesn’t, he doesn’t, he doesn’t want our baby to be born. He has no interest in it. He panicked when I told him that I was pregnant. He doesn’t love the baby at all mum. I am so scared now… I can’t do this alone. I can’t. I don’t know anything about this. I need help mum. I don’t want to kill my child. I… I was just thinking about how I would feel if I aborted it and I felt as if I had done some horrible thing that I did not agree upon. I want my baby mum. I want it. What do I do mum?”
Hermione hugged Rose hard with tears swelling up in her eyes as she heard the fears and helplessness of her daughter for her unborn child. She vowed that she would see Rose through it. She steeled herself inwardly and spoke in a gentle voice, “Rose, my love, my darling, don’t forget that mamma is here for you. I will help you through it baby. I will make sure everything goes smoothly. You do not need Michael to raise this child. Yes, the baby needs to know who the father is but it needs its mother the most. And I know you will be a fantastic mother. We already have your room. We will magically enlarge it and include a nursery in it. That way the baby will be in the same room as yours. You already have your college fund to financé any costs the baby may have for the first two years. As for the other expenses, I have a neat retirement package kept aside and I would love to spoil my first grandchild with it. You can do your mastery once the baby is a year old. Molly, Fleur and Angelina will always be happy to babysit the baby. The baby’s uncles would teach him or her everything about sports and games. Imagine how much happiness the baby would bring in our lives. Don’t worry darling, we are all here for you. Michael is just a small part of the baby’s future. You will be the baby’s whole life.”
Hearing her mother’s assuring words, Rose calmed down slowly. She imagined what her mum had said and felt as if someone had put out a raging fire inside her brain. It felt cool and she felt as if she had some sort of a plan for her baby. Her mother’s words reminded her that she was looking at this happenstance the wrong way. She should be happy like she felt about it and plan for it like she wanted it to be. Yes, she wanted Michael to take responsibility but she would not depend upon it. Not when she had her strong mother behind her. She looked at Hermione who looked very calm and controlled. She seemed at ease and very much unafraid of the future. Rose smiled as she realized that she needed to change her perspective about being a single mother. And so she kissed Hermione on the cheek and thanked her for being there for her. Hermione pulled her off the couch and asked her to get ready to eat lunch. Rose nodded and went up to her room to change her clothes.
Peter sat drinking his coffee as Michael told him about Rose and his baby. Peter felt hurt at the way Michael had cheated on him. Even though they had not been physical it still felt like betrayal to him. Michael asked for forgiveness but Peter shut himself in his room and asked him to leave. After Michael left, Peter thought about what the baby would mean to him and Michael. Kingsley would probably ask him to marry so that the child would be entitled to their ancestral estate and Gringotts accounts. As a Shacklebolt the baby would be well looked after and have plenty of money to pursue a life of luxury. Rose will probably never let Michael be friends with Peter any more. She was very possessive that way. Peter could already see the death of their relationship because of the baby but on the other hand if Rose were to give up the baby to Michael then they would have the one thing that a couple like theirs can never have, a baby to carry on their name. He considered talking to Rose about it but he had to convince Michael that this baby was a blessing for them. Michael seemed hell bent on washing off his hands off all responsibility to his own child.
Kingsley waited patiently as he saw his son down almost three glasses of firewhisky at their bar inside their drawing hall. He knew what was coming and he had to be supportive so that Michael would not take that extreme step in his future. Michael saw his father enter their drawing hall and stood up worried about his circumstance. Kingsley smiled at Michael and asked him to fix a drink for him as well. Michael was stunned but did as told. Kingsley then began to talk about his day and slowly Michael began to relax and gave in his two cents about politics. Kingsley then asked Michael about his day and he looked at his father wondering if he should tell him the truth or not. It wasn’t as if Kingsley did not know about his break up with Rose. But Mike did not want to marry her and he was sure his father would tell him to do the same. He was about to say nothing when Kingsley spoke, “Mike, I know that there is something that is bothering you and I want to help. All these years I had left you in the hands of house elves, nannies and governesses but now I want to be there for you. So please son, do not hide anything from me. Tell me what troubles you.”
Mike felt tears rise in his eyes as he heard his father speak. It had been a long time since he spoke freely with his father as a son. He badly wanted that connection back and so taking an impulsive decision he spoke, “Father, dad, Rose came to meet me today. She told me that she was pregnant. I think… no I know the baby is mine. She wants me to think about being there for the baby. I… I don’t know what to do. I am not ready to be a father. I cannot… I don’t want to be tied down so soon. I want to explore and see so many things in this world. This baby will change all that and not to mention the fact that I don’t love her anymore. I like someone else and want to be with that person. I fear that Rose will force me to marry her for the sake of our baby. I am just so confused right now. I told her I would tell her my decision by tonight.”
Kingsley breathed a sigh of relief when Michael finally trusted him with the truth. He nodded solemnly and answered, “I can understand your confusion and why you don’t want this kid. You probably never dreamt of being a father at this age. I became a father to you in my late thirties. I never expected to meet your mum and fall in love with her and marry her and have you this late in my life. But I did and I never regretted that decision even when your mum passed away when you were 2 years old. Yes, I did make the mistake of losing myself in my career and neglecting you. I wish I had realized that sooner. Anyway the point I am trying to make is that you may see this baby as a hindrance now but some day this same child will make you feel that his or her existence is the only reason you still want to live on this earth. It will bring its own love with it and you will be unable to stop yourself from making a bond with your own flesh and blood. You may feel differently once the baby comes into this world. Then no force will be able to stop you from becoming its protector for life. You will find that place in your heart especially carved out for your baby that will make you so happy that every other happiness will seem too little. I know I am waxing poetic about this but believe my words Michael. I made this mistake, I don’t want you to do the same. And as for the legitimacy of the child. You can always adopt it and make him your heir.”
Michael sat in shock as he absorbed the words his dad had spoken, he never knew his dad had so much love for him hidden so well. He wanted to hug his father but refrained himself. He wondered if it could be true. Could he love his son or daughter that way because right now he felt no connection, no love except for panic in his heart? And of course the total surprise was that his father was okay with him not marrying Rose but simply adopting their baby instead. And so he nodded his agreement and spoke slowly, “You are right father. I do not have to marry Rose in order to be in my child’s life. I was scared that you might force me to do so. I feel so happy right now and I think it is time that I wrote to Rose about how I feel about our baby.”
He stood and as he was about to leave Kingsley spoke, “I think it would be better if you spoke to Peter about this as well. I am not blind Michael. I see how close you both have become and it is up to you to make that decision. I have no objections as long as you do not spoil your life making stupid decisions. Speak to him and then write the letter to Rose. The poor child must have thought that you were going to abandon your child and leave her all alone to raise it.”
Michael wrung his hands nervously. He had never broached the subject of Peter and yet his father knew everything. He had underestimated his father a lot but he was also happy that the truth had come out and it had finally set him free to do what he wanted to truly do in his life. He excused himself and went to floo call Peter. They spoke at length and Peter was happy that Michael was not going to marry Rose but willing to be a father to their child. He was doubly happy that Kingsley knew about their affair because it was becoming very hard for him to face Kingsley every day with this secret inside him. They both agreed that writing a letter was a good idea and so Michael with peter’s help drafted a letter to Rose.
It was eleven in the night when the owl arrived at Hermione’s flat. She took the letter and gave it to Rose who was busy studying a Mastery book in potions. She opened the letter and read it aloud for her mother to hear. It said:
Dear Rose,
I know you must have been disappointed by my reaction to the news of you being pregnant. I am very sorry for that. Honestly I had never expected to be a dad so soon. I have dreams too Rose, just like you do. I want to see if I want to study more, play professional Quidditch or become a politician like dad. I haven’t decided on anything yet and then for me to become a father in these circumstances made me feel very helpless. I have no job yet but I can pay my share for the baby with my trust fund. Father assures me that he does not mind it at all. And yes, I am okay with the baby being born. I simply panicked before. Now after talking to my father I am very much reassured that I can take care of the baby like any other new father does.
I will not lie Rose. I was very much scared when you told me that I will be a father in a few months. I still find it hard to believe but that is a fact and I have to take the responsibility. If it’s okay with you, I would like Peter to be a part of our team to look after the baby. He is very much interested. I don’t know how I can support you in this. For this I will probably need your complete guidance. Like always you will have to hold my hand and walk me through it. Funny how life works, did you ever think that at eighteen you would become a mother and I a father?
We will have to talk more about how we will be raising our child. Miss Granger, your mum will be our best resource I think. I don’t know if I will be a good father Rose, I can give you no guarantees at that but what I can promise is that I will try my best to be there for you and for our child. I told Peter about our baby and he is very happy.
Coming to the subject of being married because of our baby. I think it will be a very bad idea if we did so. None of us will be happy that way. I still love you Rose, very much so but I think my future life lies with someone else. I am sorry I broke your heart. Believe me I never knew I could feel like this for someone else. Had this not happened we would probably have been married by now. I am so sorry Rose. I may have ruined your life but I will be there for you always. And for our baby. We will need to talk more about its future. So I was wondering if you could may be meet me at our special café shop tomorrow at nine?
I hope to see you soon. Let me know when would be the right time.
Your best friend,
Michael.
Rose read the letter with tears falling down her cheeks. Michael was ready to accept their child and be there for him/her. She felt very happy that her best friend was not abandoning her at this very critical juncture. She smiled at her mum who was sitting down on the couch and smiling at her. Rose hugged Hermione and laughed with happiness. She was going to have her baby and Michael was going to be there for her. This was exactly what she wanted. She wanted the baby’s father to be present in their lives and she wanted her firstborn to come into this world in a happy family.
That night a second owl went from Hermione’s house. Hermione wrote to Shacklebolt about what had happened and they both agreed that maybe, just maybe they had averted the tragedy that was going to occur had they not been actively involved in their children’s lives. They congratulated each other on becoming future grandparents.
A third owl come to Hermione’s room and that was from Draco Malfoy. Hermione eagerly opened it and the letter said that since Hermione had been working with them for some time now, he was wondering if she felt ready to accompany him to Paris to collect fund for their charity as these clients were all ready to do business with Malfoy industries but Draco also wanted them to donate to their charity as they were a huge profit making business with roots in England. Hermione’s presentations were legendary and he wanted to make full use of it. Hermione smiled as she was finally going to get her chance to be with Malfoy away from the prying eyes of their staff and their society. A weekend away from their hometown was exactly what was needed to reacquaint themselves and get to know each other again. Hermione had been feeling more than friendly towards Malfoy for some time now. In fact he had been flirting with her too. As per the letter Malfoy would fall victim to Rose’s foolish plan and Hermione wanted to stop that from happening and so what could be better than introducing Draco as her boyfriend by the time they got back from Paris. Hermione giggled as she got her bags ready for her trip to Paris in two days.
After nine months, three weeks,
The wail of a new born baby ripped the silence of Hermione’s flat at one in the night. Draco groaned as he pulled Hermione to him and spooned her on her bed. “God, the baby is crying again Granger,”
Hermione snuggled deeper into him and shrugged, “That’s okay. His parents are there right in his room with him.”
Draco frowned with his eyes still closed, “Michael stayed back again?”
Hermione nodded, “Yes, he says he will go after eating dinner but always stays back putting Alexander to sleep and then sleeps beside him on a conjured bed. Rose gave up trying to send him home. Peter told her that Mike is obsessed with his son and does not want to stay away too long. Rose has given up and has decided to just supervise Mike as he learns the ropes to raise a baby. I am glad he is such a hands on dad.”
Draco snorted and nuzzled into her neck and both fell back to sleep. After their trip from Paris, they had decided to take it slow only to announce that they were in a committed relationship after three months. Their family took the news well except for Ron who never imagined Hermione would fall for Malfoy and of course he was angry with Mike for getting Rose pregnant. It took the entire family to get him to accept both circumstances. He grudgingly agreed but after seeing Alexander he became somewhat calmer and happier for all of them. Kingsley was a proud grandfather and had announced the adoption of his grandson earlier that week. He kept sending presents for his grandson till Hermione requested him to stop because she had no more room left in her house.
Rose came to know and respect Peter after she came to know how he had persuaded Mike to accept the baby and its responsibility. They became friends as well. The plan was once Hermione moved in with Draco Malfoy after her marriage, Rose would also move in with her. Even Ron was okay with this decision because he wanted his princess to be with her mother rather than raising the baby alone. After eight months Draco Malfoy married Hermione Granger and helped her move into Malfoy Manor. Scorpius was delighted to have little baby Alexander. Though he felt some attraction towards Michael he quelled his feelings knowing that Michael would soon marry Peter. Right now he was being pursued by Arrianna Longbottom and he was very much loving it.
Ron became a frequent visitor to the Manor to see his grandson. Draco was miffed for a while but he understood why nobody including himself could help love baby Alexander as he too could not keep himself from playing with the happy baby.
Rose went on to study Mastery in Potions after Alexander was two years old. She had to make the tough decision to go and study in Egypt and leave her baby with her two daddies. Hermione Granger-Malfoy gave birth to a beautiful baby girl named Roseanne and Draco Malfoy could not help but swell with pride every time he saw his beautiful daughter with grey eyes, blond curls and rosy lips. He was completely enamoured by her and spent much time with his daughter leaving the reins of his enterprise with his son Scorpius. Hugo and Scorpius became close friends and brothers. They were terrorised by Rosanne however because being her father’s favourite, she scared them into doing her bidding. Only Hermione could control the naughty toddler. Ron too grew possessive about Roseanne and Hermione often had to stop the men in her family from fighting over Roseanne be it Draco and Ron or Peter and Mike or Hugo and Scorpius.
Hermione often thanked Kingsley for helping her save her daughter’s and her grandson’s life. She was very much happy with a loving husband Draco, four beautiful kids, Hugo, Rose, Scorpius and Roseanne and of course, a handsome grandson Alexander! She felt truly blessed.
The truth had finally set her free!

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Wow! I can't believe I have finally finished this story. Thank you every one who have read this story and have followed it. A special thanks to those who have left their reviews. I am glad I could write something that made you feel something for the characters. I will be back with a different story, hopefully something even more different. Hoped you all liked the ending. It was never my intention to let Rose die. I love and want happy endings! who doesn't? So Bye for now guys and much love to everyone.
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