(Here's Chapter 11. It's very short, and I know I'm going to get alot of mad reviews for it, but I didn't want to bore you with all of the details of Draco's date. If you're interested in reading about the Museum of Modern Art you can visit their website at http://www.moca-la.org/museum/imagerotator.php?exid=342&id=753 This link will actually take you to the room that they supposedly ate in for their date. I want to thank JennaKathleen and twistedbutsane55 for helping me brainstorm for destination ideas. I also forgot to add that Harry and Hermione's kiss in Chapter 10 is dedicated to Harrysgrl for insisting they needed a bit of action. Now that all of that is out of the way, On with the show!)
Hermione felt a little sad the day after Harry's date. She knew she had four more dates with four very nice men, but she knew none of them would be like Harry. She had decided to go with Draco next, and his destination was the hardest to come up with. She had heard good things about the Museum of Modern Art, and she thought that would fit the situation. They had also found a good exhibit that would work well for them to have dinner in, and the artist had graciously allowed them use of it.
*****(Dinner at the Museum of Modern Art in L.A.)*****
Hermione munched thoughtfully on her salad as she studied Draco. He certainly was nice to look at with his light hair and eyes. He had decided to wear a black shirt and jeans that made his hair look even lighter, but definitely in a good way. She normally hated to compare two different people, but after having such a good date with Harry just yesterday, it was hard not to compare them. Both were fairly confident, but Draco was overly confident. She hated to call him cocky, but that would probably be the best way to describe him. He was definitely cocky. She was having a good time with him, but he wasn't Harry. Their conversations didn't flow as easily, and they didn't have as many interests in common. it just wasn't the same.
By the time they were finished with their dinner, Hermione found herself glad to get back. She really enjoyed her time with Draco, but they just didn't have the connection she had with Harry. They walked back through the museum and climbed back into the limo to start the drive back.
"So, Hermione, did you enjoy the museum?" Draco asked, trying to keep the conversation going.
"Yes, I did. It was very nice of them to allow us to eat in an exhibit," she agreed, looking out the window at the passing scenery. She wasn't really paying attention so she didn't notice him scoot closer to her. Before she knew it she felt his arm go around her. She stiffened slightly, but she didn't want to give him the brushoff on national television so she tried to ignore it.
She was relieved that the ride was coming to a close, and was grateful when the limo pulled up to the Bachelor Pad. She gave him a small smile once the car stopped.
"Well, I guess this is it," she told him, trying to hint that he should get out. She was afraid he would try to kiss her. Hoping it would rectify the situation, she backed up slowly. She noticed a small frown, and assumed he got her hint. He gave her a small smile and kissed her on the cheek.
"I had a great time with you tonight. I'll see you at the Rose Ceremony."
"Alright. See you," she answered back. By the time she did, though, he was nearly out of the car so she actually told his back more than him, but it was close enough.
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The day of Rose Ceremony Number Four had already come. It seemed like just yesterday that she started the whole process, and now she already had to send someone else home. She actually had to send two people home. Her date with David had gone well, just as she had expected. He was great to talk to, even if they didn't have the same connection she had with Harry.
She found herself very disappointed with George and Sean. They seemed like great guys, but there were definitely not for her. She was relieved that her choice would be so easy, but she wasn't any less sorry to see them leave. She hated having to tell someone she wanted them to leave, but it was inevitable.
The day of the Ceremony, she was much calmer and more relaxed than the other times. She decided to wear a knee-length red dress with spaghetti straps. It didn't have any frills or anything. It was plain, but it fit her mood. After dressing and doing her hair (up this time), she made her way downstairs into the room that they always gathered in to have drinks and chat before the ceremony. It was odd seeing the men she had been dating all talking. It would have been any other girl's worst nightmare, but it was an every day occurrence for her. She found herself noticing just how much her life has changed with the whole experience.
She didn't really have anything she felt she needed to clear up with any of them, so she spend the time just chatting with the group before Chris the Host led her into the Deliberation Room. She took a look at the pictures of the five remaining men and knew she had to be making the right decision. It felt too right to not be right. Once the correct amount of time had passed, she made her way out and stood before the table that held the roses. It seemed empty this time since there were only three there. She took a deep breath before saying the first name.
"Harry." She saw his face light up as she called out his name. He stepped forward immediately.
"Harry, do you accept this rose?"
"Of course I do," he answered with a grin. She would never grow tired of that grin. She pinned the rose to his lapel and he took his place.
"David." David smiled as he stepped forward. She liked him, and was glad to have him stay.
"David, do you accept this rose?"
"Yes," he answered quietly. She pinned the rose to his lapel and he stepped back.
Chris the Host came forward and announced this would be the last rose for the evening.
With one last breath, Hermione gave the last name.
"Draco." He flashed his trademark smirk as he stepped forward.
"Draco, do you accept this rose?" Even though he was exactly the opposite of what she normally looked for in a guy, she found herself drawn to him. Not in the same way as she was drawn to Harry, but drawn nevertheless.
"Certainly," he answered cockily. She pinned the rose to his lapel and he stepped back.
"Gentlemen, those of you who did not receive a rose, I'm sorry. Take a moment to say your goodbyes," Chris announced. George and Sean said their goodbyes to Harry, Draco, and David and kissed Hermione on the cheek before leaving. They didn't seem to be too upset. They must have known it was their time and accepted it.
As they drank their traditional champagne at the end of the ceremony, Hermione was pleased with her choices and excited for the fantasy dates they were to have. It would definitely be a time she wouldn't forget.
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