Chapter 5
Neither knew what to expect the next day. Hermione woke up with a massive blush. She couldn't see her face, but just recalling all the activities the night before made her warm all over. She was pretty sure she was blushing all over. It didn't help that she could still the heat from his body lying next to hers and his. She could feel the weight of his arms around her middle just brushing the lower part of her breasts. Merlin! She would have never thought that what happened last night would ever happen with Harry. She felt like a new woman. She had no regrets. She hoped Harry didn't either.
Harry's mind slowly replayed everything that happened last night. He was debating on whether he should apologize for taking advantage of her in such a state or whether she wants to go another round. He wanted to feel guilty, but he felt what they did was right. It was the most natural and beautiful thing he'd ever experience in his life. He was just a little afraid that Hermione didn't feel the same way. He knew she must be sore being her first time and all. It didn't help that they'd repeated the act at least three times during the night, he'd lost count. He should feel exhausted, but there was such renewed energy from their love making, it baffled him to no ends.
He knew she was awake, but didn't want to bother her. But, Merlin, he wanted her again. He knew she could feel him. There was no way he could hide his feelings or his body's reaction for that matter. He smiled at the fact that she shifted a little when she felt him.
She tried to remain still and feign sleep, but as soon as she felt him she knew what was to come. A shiver ran through her. She shifted so that he wouldn't feel the instant reaction her body made to prepare for him as if he was able to. Merlin, she didn't think she would be able to look at Harry the same way again. Was it even legal to feel so content even when a big chunk of her memory was missing? Did she even have a right to be with Harry? She doesn't remember whether she'd made any other commitment to another man after she broke up with Ron. In her heart she knew that Harry would be the only one for her. Half of her had always known, her mind just needed to catch up with her heart. But what if she had a beau? Merlin, she hoped not. She'd never cheated on anyone in her life, not that she had a lot of relationships - Viktor, Ron. What a short list?
She knew that it was a short list because of the man lying next to her. After last night the least she could do was be honest with herself. She didn't know if she should confess her feelings with Harry, but she knew she couldn't keep thinking that Harry was just her best friend. They'd crossed the line last night. Thank Merlin! But now the problem was she didn't know how to act around him. Should she be affectionate like a girlfriend or lover, or should she go back to treating him like a friend. It didn't help that she was over thinking the situation as usual. How she wished she could just turn her mind off for a bit, just like last night when her mind was filled with sensations that she'd never experience before and Harry of course. Her wish came true when Harry started kissing her neck.
Harry couldn't help his want. He kissed her neck, then her shoulder. She started to relax and even let out a moan. It encouraged Harry to do more. Before he could place another kiss, she turned around to look at him. He smiled and kissed her lips.
They were once again lost in the moment. Their minds filled with each other. They had one goal at that time and seemed frantic and attaining the goal. When the goal was reached and both were spent once more. He lifted himself up on his elbows.
"Am I crushing you?" Hermione shook her head in response. She didn't think she had enough energy to talk just yet. "Did I hurt you?"
"Well, maybe a little, the first time." He thought it was cute when she blushed. He rolled on his back and took her with him.
"This is much better," she told him without blushing. Harry chuckled. She laid her head on his chest. She could hear his fast heartbeat. It was beating as fast as hers. Merlin he was incredible. Of course she had no one else to compare it with, but in her heart she knew that no one else would be able to make her feel the way she felt at that moment, totally cherished and loved.
"Hermione." She panicked. Please don't let him say anything near regret.
"Hmmm."
"Are you okay?"
"Yes. I feel great."
"I didn't mean physically. I mean are you okay……. About us?'
"What do you mean, Harry?"
"I mean our relationship. You know we'll never go back to just being best friends."
"You'll always be my best friend Harry despite our new relationship." He smiled. He felt the same. He felt the new level of their relationship enhanced his being some how. He felt content and complete in a sense.
"So, do you think anyone will object with us being together?"
"Do you mean Ron?"
"Yes. Should we tell him?"
"I think we should tell him first before he finds out from someone else don't you think?"
"You're right, but what about the current problem, Hermione. You don't remember the past year. Is there anyway we can be sure that you weren't seeing anyone?" She stiffened. She couldn't believe Harry thought the same as she. Although she shouldn't be surprised, there always had been some kind of inexplicable connection between the two of them. It drove Ron mad, but they both thought it was funny.
"Well, I guess the best thing to do is try to go about my normal routine and see if something comes up, or maybe we could invite Ginny over and see if she mentions anything. She should know if I was dating anyone. We both work at the ministry and I would have told her something. "
"Sounds good to me, but maybe we should invite the whole Weasley clan. They are a great source of information. They may shed a few answers or maybe jog a bit of your memory."
"Harry?" She went up on her elbows so that she could see his eyes.
"Yes, love." She smiled. She actually liked the sound of it coming from him.
"Do you think Ginny will be angry about us?"
"No, I doubt it. She and Neville are happily married last I heard and is expecting another set of twins in the summer. At the rate their going, they're giving Mr. and Mrs. Weasley a run for their money." He kissed her forehead. He couldn't help himself.
"Well, just the same Harry. Maybe we should keep our relationship to ourselves and maybe Ron until we find out what happened to me." He was pensive for a moment.
"You're right. No one has to know about us. And I think it will be to our advantage if they think we're merely living under the same roof while the mystery is being investigated. "
Hermione's stomach started to grumble. They both laughed out loud. "Guess I'm hungrier than I thought."
"I'll cook us breakfast. Why don't you get dressed."
"I think I'll take a shower first." Images filled Harry's mind.
"Mind if we delay breakfast a bit. I feel like a shower myself." She giggled as he carried her into the shower.
It took them at least an hour to finish showering. Harry left none of Hermione's person unexplored as did Hermione. Each of them took their time despite the hunger for food. Their hunger for each other seemed greater.
A/N: Thanks for the reviews. Hope you like this chapter even if it's a bit short.
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