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Heart of A Snake	By : articcat621 Category: Harry Potter > Het - Male/Female > Hermione/Voldemort Views: 13692 -:- Recommendations : 1 -:- Currently Reading : 8
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Chapter 33
Two months. Hermione had spent the last two months in her room. It had flown by so quickly that she wasn't even sure if it really had been that long.
She hadn't seen Tom since their fight. He had come by almost every day, knocking on the door, asking for her to see him. But she didn't want too. She was still trying to sort out her feelings, and seeing him would only made things worse. And much to her surprise, he respected her wishes to be left alone.
Narcissa stopped by her room every single day. Often to make sure she ate at least one hearty meal a day. But she often checked to see if she was staying healthy, and if the baby was healthy too. She also gave Hermione plenty of company. They would often stay by the window, just sitting in the peace and quiet.
Draco didn't visit though. Hermione suspected that he was upset that he was punished because of her. The guilt ate away at Hermione, making her feel horrible. She wished she had a chance to apologize to him, but never found one.
Hermione moved her hand down, and caressed her swollen belly. It wasn't that noticeable, but she could tell she was pregnant. And she was sure if anyone else really looked, they would be able to tell as well. She was now about three and a half months.
Luckily for her, the nausea had passed. She had gotten her appetite back and was now eating for two. Her baby was growing safely, and she was happy.
Well, somewhat happy. She missed Tom, and his company. She wanted to sleep in his arms at night, and feel him whisper sweet nothings in her ear.
She missed how things used to be. She wanted to go back to that, back to the love and happiness she had felt with him then. But too much had changed between them. A baby! Things wouldn't be the same, even if she tried. And she was afraid that in their time apart, Tom would have grown cold hearted once more.
She didn't know what to do, or to think. She was too afraid. Afraid that her heart could get broken. But maybe she needed to take that chance...
She had been depressed away from Tom. Sure, she was happy, but it wasn't true happiness. Maybe Tom missed her just as much as she missed him. There would only be one way to find out.
"Narcissa?" Hermione said, breaking the silence between the two.
"Yes dear," She replied, still focused on what she was knitting. Narcissa enjoyed doing things like by hand. It gave her great pleasure.
"How's Tom?" She asked shyly. The two women had an unspoken agreement to not talk about it, but Hermione was getting curious. What had he been up to these last two months? However, it was mostly because she missed the man immensely.
Narcissa frowned. "He's all right. Been very busy. Him, Lucius, and Severus are always locked in his study. I'm not really sure what they're planning, but I can only assume it's important." She eyed Hermione suspiciously. "Why do you ask?"
"Oh, I was just wondering..." she quietly stated.
Narcissa eyed her. "You know Hermione, it's okay to want to see him." She suggested gently.
Hermione brought her knees up and cradled them to her chest. "I'm not so sure it is..." She whispered.
"And why not? Hermione, you obviously love him. And I'm sure he cares greatly for you. Being separated isn't good for either of you."
"But Narcissa, I don't want to get hurt again."
Narcissa's eyes opened in understanding. "You're afraid to let him back in."
Hermione shrugged. "Yeah, I suppose that's what it is. I'm scared. I don't want to lose him, and I fear that if he were to push me away, it would break me completely. I can't afford that, not now with the baby."
"Hermione," she said lovingly, taking the young girl's hands into hers, "it's okay to be afraid. But you can't let that stop you. You need to talk to him, and tell him your fears, or else nothing will ever change." Hermione went to speak, but Narcissa silenced her. "Let me finish, Hermione, I see how miserable you are every day, and nothing will change unless you and Tom talk. It's better for you to be with him while you can, in any way, than to not be with him at all. I can see how much this is hurting you, but you can't hold back, not because of some little fear."
Hermione nodded, wiping a few tears from her eyes. "I love him, but I don't know what to say, or what to do. Part of me is still so angry at him for pushing me aside so easily. I just don't want that to happen again."
"Where's that Gryffindor courage?" Narcissa asked smiling.
Hermione smiled back. "I suppose you're right. I am a Gryffindor, and I should do this." Hermione stood, wrapping her arms around Narcissa. "Thank you so much," she said.
Narcissa smiled at Hermione lovingly. She had come to think of the girl as a daughter, and loved her very much. "He's in his study with the men now, if you wish to see him."
Hermione nodded. "Yeah, I better do it now before all my courage leaves me." She quickly grabbed a sweater to wear over her tank top. Her Muggle jeans had become too tight, and she didn't want Narcissa to buy her new clothing, so she often wore Muggle sweatpants. She gently pulled her hair back into a ponytail, before frowning. Her face was getting pudgy from all the weight she had been gaining.
Narcissa smiled when she saw Hermione's frown. "Hermione, you look beautiful."
Hermione scoffed, "I'm getting fat. Look at me, this is fat, not beauty!" She pinched her chubby cheeks in order to emphasize her point.
Narcissa simply patted her on the back. "You look radiant, and motherly. Men are attractive to some extra weight on women. Why, when I was pregnant with Draco, Lucius couldn't keep his hands off me." She chuckled.
Hermione's eyes widened. "Narcissa, I did not need to know that." She chuckled as well though.
"Run along dear, before you change your mind," Narcissa encouraged, following her into the hallway.
Hermione nodded, and then set off for the direction of Tom's study. Her heart was pounding, beating faster with every step she took. She was afraid, but she could do this. She needed to do this. But mostly, she wanted to do this. She missed him, and it was high time she admitted it.
She came up to the door, pausing outside. Taking a deep breath and mustering all her Gryffindor courage, she raised her hand and knocked on the door.

"I think that we should set the date for next week," Severus stated. "I know its short notice, but I've already cleared things with the head of 's, so we should be fine."
Lucius went to spoke next, but was cut off by a timid knock on the door.
Tom's eyes narrowed. Everyone knew not to disturb him when he was in his study. He was prepared to punish the person bothering them, but his jaw dropped when he saw it was Hermione timidly standing in the doorway.
She was more beautiful than he remembered. Her beautiful curls were pulled back, revealing her soft face. Her cheeks were flushed with a small blush, adding the perfect amount to color to her. His eyes traveled down her body, and became fixated on her stomach. He could see a small bump there. He couldn't move, couldn't breathe.
That was his child there. That was his beautiful baby, right there inside of the most beautiful witch he had ever seen.
Severus coughed, breaking Tom out of his trance. "We'll leave you two alone," he said, grinning. Grabbing Lucius, the two of them quickly exiting the room.
Hermione was still standing in the doorway, unsure of what to do. Tom was just staring at her. "Ummm," she whispered, hoping he would say something.
"Hermione," he breathed.
The sound of him saying her name sent chills down her spine. She had missed him more than she realized. "Tom," she said, closing her eyes.
He crossed the room quickly, pausing just before her. "Hermione," he said again, causing her eyes to snap open. They were full of emotions: lust, sorrow, love. He felt his heart crack, knowing that he had caused her so much pain. "I'm so sorry," he whispered.
She knew her arms around him, and began to cry. Tom gently picked her up and carried her over to the couch. He gently rocked her in his lap until the tears began to subdue. "Hermione, could you ever forgive me?" He begged. He had missed her so much.
"Yes," she croaked out. "Kiss me," she commanded, her voice desperate.
Tom's lips immediately crashed into hers. His tongue pried her mouth open, exploring every inch of her. She wrapped her arms around him, one on his neck pulling him even closer to her. Hermione groaned in pleasure. She had missed this, him, so very much.
Minutes later, the two broke apart, each panting for air. "I'm so sorry," Tom repeated once more.
Hermione waved her hand. "I'm sorry too. But please Tom, don't ever do that to me again. I would die. My heart can't handle it, so please, don't hurt me."
"Hermione, I won't. I promise. I'm trying to change, please believe me. I want to be the man you want me to be. I really do." Tom stated, his heart beating rapidly.
"Really?" Hermione asked surprised. She wasn't expecting that at all.
"Yes, I've been working with Lucius and Severus trying to find a way to get us back into good grace within the community. I've slowly started to withdraw some of my puppets from the Ministry." He quickly stated, hoping she would believe him.
"Tom, I don't know what to say, that's so unexpected," she breathed.
"I know Hermione, but I'm doing it for you. I can't have complete control and you. I know it's one or the other, and I choose you. You're the most important thing to me, and I want you with me always. I know this is dangerous, but I'm prepared to face the consequences because you're worth it. I can't afford to lose you again." He said, a tear streaming down his face.
Hermione gently wiped it away. She kissed him gently, before pulling back. "Oh Tom. I don't want to you to give all that up for me though. I want you to be happy."
"I will be happy. Hermione, I've been so wrong about Muggleborns and blood status. You have proven everything wrong. Please know that I'm doing it for me, and for you. I want to be able to give you the life you want and deserve." He stated. He was sure he was doing the right thing.
"This will take a very long time," she said. "The public doesn't hold you in very high standing. I know you do business with other countries and some Muggle companies, but not everyone knows that. That will have to change."
"I know that, but we're taking things slowly, because I know many of my followers would not agree with these choices. I'm slowly trying to wheedle them out. Bellatrix for one would be furious to know I've changed viewpoints, but both the Lestrange brothers care for me, not the power. I haven't gotten much further than that." He admitted.
Hermione nodded. "Tom, I love you," she breathed, happiness filling her chest.
"So you'll help me?" He asked.
"Of course I will," she smiled.
"You know this will be dangerous. I need to bring you into the public eye, as well as our relationship. You'll be targeted, but I'll protect you." He said.
"Tom, I'll do anything to end this war, and to get you all to myself." Hermione admitted shyly.
"Will you marry me?" He asked.
"What?" She exclaimed, her eyes wide with surprise.
"Hermione Granger, marry me. Please, I love you, and I love our child. Please," he begged.
Hermione grinned, "Of course."
Tom smiled, pulling Hermione into his arms. She chuckled, snuggling deeper into his embrace.
"You know, this is very unlike you," she stated.
Tom grimaced. "I know, but I've had a lot of thinking to do in the past two months."
Hermione didn't answer. She felt comforted by the fact that Tom was trying to change. She slowly drifted off to sleep, still sitting in his lap.
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