Life is a Strange Thing Indeed
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Whoever Said You Can't Return Home?
Life is a Strange Thing Indeed
Disclaimer: I don’t own any Harry Potter characters. Sure wish I did though. This story is for fun only.
Summary: It’s been 6 years since Hermione Granger has seen her friends from Hogwarts or even set foot in England. Suddenly she finds herself being called back home by the one person who she tried so hard in vain to run away from and forget. Will her past feelings interfere with her sense of duty? Read and find out.
Chapter 1- Whoever Said You Can’t Return Home?
Hermione woke up early as usual, but this morning was different. For starters her night wasn’t plagued with nightmares from the final battle. And second she was going out with Sam that night. Just thinking about it brought a smile to her face. She began to hum a tune as she went about her morning routine.
Back in England Albus Dumbledore, Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry was meeting with Harry Potter, Severus Snape, Remus Lupin and Arthur Weasley. Since the war there had been many changes. Severus was now Deputy Headmaster and Remus had returned as the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor and Harry was now the Transfiguration professor.
“Now, as we all know, before Voldemort was defeated he had chosen one of his Death Eater’s children to become his heir. At the time we didn’t know who this heir was, but I have finally found out the identity of him. I have also learned that he is rebuilding Voldemort’s forces.” Albus said grimly.
“Who is it Albus?” Arthur asked.
“Draco Malfoy.” Albus answered.
“This is bad. Draco is very powerful. When he was a student he always kept his true abilities hidden. I have no doubt that Voldemort helped the boy become even stronger.” Severus sighed as he sat on the couch.
“You are correct Severus. That’s why I called this meeting. It’s time we called upon Hermione Granger to return and help us once more.” Albus said.
“But Albus, no one has seen Hermione since she ran off 6 years ago.” Harry said sadly.
“Harry’s right. She just disappeared from the Wizarding world and from what Harry and Arthur have told me England as well.” Remus added.
The only one who showed no emotion on the topic of Hermione was Severus. Although on the inside he was worried about her and even more worried about how she would react to being summoned home.
“I have found Hermione. She is living in America at the moment. That is where she has been for the past 6 years. She runs an Apocrathy and also writes an advise column in the local Wizarding newspaper. It seems the apartment complex in which she lives is run by an old friend of mine. I have also been following her success. I have decided that one of you will go and tell her of the situation and bring her back.” Albus explained.
“Who are you sending? I mean we are all well known throughout the world.” Arthur asked.
“True, that’s why I’m sending Severus. He will be able to blend in better in San Francisco.” Albus answered.
“Why me? Why not send Lupin or Potter?” Severus asked angrily.
‘The old man has really lost it! He knows of mine and Hermione....no correction Miss Granger’s past. I’m the reason she left in the first place and now he wants me to bring her back.’ Severus thought.
“Because Severus. You would be better prepared in case Draco is also searching for Hermione. I have no doubts that he is trying to find her. If he does he will either try to get her on his side or will kill her. You are the best candidate for this particular mission my boy.” Albus answered.
Severus sighed. He could tell by the tone the Headmaster was using, he was stuck. Albus dismissed everyone but Severus.
“How am I suppose to find her anyway? And by the way, have you thought about what she might do to me once she does see me again? You know our past together and what I did to her.” Severus said, a hint of anger in his voice.
“That’s why I have written this letter for you to give her. It will better explain things to Hermione. As for her reaction toward you, it has been 6 years. I’m sure Hermione will be responsible enough to hold her anger in check.” Albus said, his eyes twinkling like diamonds.
“Fine. When am I to leave on this little...mission?” Severus asked.
“You leave tonight. You will be traveling by airplane. Once in San Francisco you will got to both her apartment and her work addresses. Talk to her. Make her see how we really need her now.” Albus answered as he handed Severus a letter, his passport, airline tickets and a piece of parchment with three addresses on it.
Severus nodded and left the office. He made his way to his chambers to pack. The whole time his emotions were in an uproar.
‘I can’t face her. Even though it has been 6 years I still don’t think I am ready. Why did I even tell her the things I did that day. If only I hadn’t been scared of love she would still be here and probably as my wife or at least my fiancee.’ he thought bitterly.
An hour later found Severus standing around the busy London airport waiting for his flight. All too soon he was boarding the plane that would bring him face to face with his past and the woman he turned away.
Back in San Francisco Hermione was just getting ready to get in to her car when her cell phone rang. She quickly answered it.
“Hello.” she said.
“Hello yourself.” Sam said.
“Hey Sam. I’m really looking foreword to tonight.” Hermione said with a smile as she got into her car.
“So am I. I was thinking dinner at that restaurant Quake on 7th Ave. Then a movie at The Marque.” he said.
“Sounds great. What movie?” she asked.
“Tonight they are showing A Love Story. Is that okay?” he answered.
“I love that movie. That sounds great. Well, I have to go. Erin is waiting for my column and I have a few errands to do at the shop. I’ll see you tonight at 7 Sam.” Hermione said.
“All right. Tonight at 7 it is then. Bye Hermione.” Sam said then hung up.
Hermione smiled brightly as she entered the building of the newspaper. She stayed and chatted with Erin for a while then headed to the Apocrathy. Two hours later she entered her apartment and looked at the clock on the wall. 5:00 p.m.
“Damn! I’ve got to get ready!” she cried and rushed to her room to get ready.
Severus stepped out of the airport and hailed a taxi. He gave the driver Hermione’s apartment address and off he was. His stomach was doing somersaults as he sat in the backseat.
‘For Merlin sakes get a hold of yourself! You’re not a damn teenager anymore!’ he chastised himself.
The taxi pulled up in front of the complex. He got his bag, paid the driver and headed for Hermione’s apartment. He quickly found the apartment, took a deep breath and knocked on the door. A few seconds later he was face to face with Hermione Granger.
“Hello Miss Granger.” Severus said.
T.B.C
Disclaimer: I don’t own any Harry Potter characters. Sure wish I did though. This story is for fun only.
Summary: It’s been 6 years since Hermione Granger has seen her friends from Hogwarts or even set foot in England. Suddenly she finds herself being called back home by the one person who she tried so hard in vain to run away from and forget. Will her past feelings interfere with her sense of duty? Read and find out.
Chapter 1- Whoever Said You Can’t Return Home?
Hermione woke up early as usual, but this morning was different. For starters her night wasn’t plagued with nightmares from the final battle. And second she was going out with Sam that night. Just thinking about it brought a smile to her face. She began to hum a tune as she went about her morning routine.
Back in England Albus Dumbledore, Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry was meeting with Harry Potter, Severus Snape, Remus Lupin and Arthur Weasley. Since the war there had been many changes. Severus was now Deputy Headmaster and Remus had returned as the Defense Against the Dark Arts professor and Harry was now the Transfiguration professor.
“Now, as we all know, before Voldemort was defeated he had chosen one of his Death Eater’s children to become his heir. At the time we didn’t know who this heir was, but I have finally found out the identity of him. I have also learned that he is rebuilding Voldemort’s forces.” Albus said grimly.
“Who is it Albus?” Arthur asked.
“Draco Malfoy.” Albus answered.
“This is bad. Draco is very powerful. When he was a student he always kept his true abilities hidden. I have no doubt that Voldemort helped the boy become even stronger.” Severus sighed as he sat on the couch.
“You are correct Severus. That’s why I called this meeting. It’s time we called upon Hermione Granger to return and help us once more.” Albus said.
“But Albus, no one has seen Hermione since she ran off 6 years ago.” Harry said sadly.
“Harry’s right. She just disappeared from the Wizarding world and from what Harry and Arthur have told me England as well.” Remus added.
The only one who showed no emotion on the topic of Hermione was Severus. Although on the inside he was worried about her and even more worried about how she would react to being summoned home.
“I have found Hermione. She is living in America at the moment. That is where she has been for the past 6 years. She runs an Apocrathy and also writes an advise column in the local Wizarding newspaper. It seems the apartment complex in which she lives is run by an old friend of mine. I have also been following her success. I have decided that one of you will go and tell her of the situation and bring her back.” Albus explained.
“Who are you sending? I mean we are all well known throughout the world.” Arthur asked.
“True, that’s why I’m sending Severus. He will be able to blend in better in San Francisco.” Albus answered.
“Why me? Why not send Lupin or Potter?” Severus asked angrily.
‘The old man has really lost it! He knows of mine and Hermione....no correction Miss Granger’s past. I’m the reason she left in the first place and now he wants me to bring her back.’ Severus thought.
“Because Severus. You would be better prepared in case Draco is also searching for Hermione. I have no doubts that he is trying to find her. If he does he will either try to get her on his side or will kill her. You are the best candidate for this particular mission my boy.” Albus answered.
Severus sighed. He could tell by the tone the Headmaster was using, he was stuck. Albus dismissed everyone but Severus.
“How am I suppose to find her anyway? And by the way, have you thought about what she might do to me once she does see me again? You know our past together and what I did to her.” Severus said, a hint of anger in his voice.
“That’s why I have written this letter for you to give her. It will better explain things to Hermione. As for her reaction toward you, it has been 6 years. I’m sure Hermione will be responsible enough to hold her anger in check.” Albus said, his eyes twinkling like diamonds.
“Fine. When am I to leave on this little...mission?” Severus asked.
“You leave tonight. You will be traveling by airplane. Once in San Francisco you will got to both her apartment and her work addresses. Talk to her. Make her see how we really need her now.” Albus answered as he handed Severus a letter, his passport, airline tickets and a piece of parchment with three addresses on it.
Severus nodded and left the office. He made his way to his chambers to pack. The whole time his emotions were in an uproar.
‘I can’t face her. Even though it has been 6 years I still don’t think I am ready. Why did I even tell her the things I did that day. If only I hadn’t been scared of love she would still be here and probably as my wife or at least my fiancee.’ he thought bitterly.
An hour later found Severus standing around the busy London airport waiting for his flight. All too soon he was boarding the plane that would bring him face to face with his past and the woman he turned away.
Back in San Francisco Hermione was just getting ready to get in to her car when her cell phone rang. She quickly answered it.
“Hello.” she said.
“Hello yourself.” Sam said.
“Hey Sam. I’m really looking foreword to tonight.” Hermione said with a smile as she got into her car.
“So am I. I was thinking dinner at that restaurant Quake on 7th Ave. Then a movie at The Marque.” he said.
“Sounds great. What movie?” she asked.
“Tonight they are showing A Love Story. Is that okay?” he answered.
“I love that movie. That sounds great. Well, I have to go. Erin is waiting for my column and I have a few errands to do at the shop. I’ll see you tonight at 7 Sam.” Hermione said.
“All right. Tonight at 7 it is then. Bye Hermione.” Sam said then hung up.
Hermione smiled brightly as she entered the building of the newspaper. She stayed and chatted with Erin for a while then headed to the Apocrathy. Two hours later she entered her apartment and looked at the clock on the wall. 5:00 p.m.
“Damn! I’ve got to get ready!” she cried and rushed to her room to get ready.
Severus stepped out of the airport and hailed a taxi. He gave the driver Hermione’s apartment address and off he was. His stomach was doing somersaults as he sat in the backseat.
‘For Merlin sakes get a hold of yourself! You’re not a damn teenager anymore!’ he chastised himself.
The taxi pulled up in front of the complex. He got his bag, paid the driver and headed for Hermione’s apartment. He quickly found the apartment, took a deep breath and knocked on the door. A few seconds later he was face to face with Hermione Granger.
“Hello Miss Granger.” Severus said.
T.B.C