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Stories by: Misdemeanor1331
15 stories
Time and Tide
While ferrying a message for the Order of the Phoenix, Hermione Granger is caught by jaded Death Eater, Draco Malfoy. Unlikely and unwilling allies, the pair begin a cross-country journey where their survival depends on learning when to stand strong against the elements' fury, and when it's acceptable to erode.Thanks to my beta, Charlie9646, for the suggestions and encouragement. Thanks to Inadaze22 and dreamsofdramione for workshopping the summary with me. Finally, thanks so much to DIG for running the Creature Fest 2020 - Quarantine Creature Comeback and dealing with my abysmal time management.My prompt was submitted by Tori_gingerfox: Draco finds out Hermione's secret and steals something of hers. Hermione insists she is NOT A SIREN. A so-called pureblood should know better than confusing the two.This creation is based on characters and situations from the Harry Potter universe. No money is being made, no copyright or trademark infringement, or offense is intended.I'm incredibly fortunate to be in a fandom comprised of not only fantastic writers and readers, but fantastic creators as well. Thanks to the amazingly talented NikitaJobson (Tumblr: https://nikitajobson.tumblr.com/) for the cover art. Thanks to my beta, Charlie9646 (Tumblr: https://charlie9646.tumblr.com/), for the second. Check out both their Tumblrs and leave them some love!
The Potions Mouse
One spring day, Potions Professor Draco Malfoy saved a precocious mouse from certain death. Little did he know that this small act of kindness would solve a ten-year mystery and change his life forever.
The Relative Utility of Apricot Trees
Pansy Parkinson is less interested in her new apricot trees than the man who's going to plant them. Neville Longbottom is far from her usual type, which is part of the allure. And part of the problem. Pansy has met expectations her entire life. Is dating a horticulturalist worth breaking that streak?This was written in May 2021 for PacificRimbaud's birthday. It is inspired by her story "Best in Season" and features the background couple Pansy Parkinson/Neville Longbottom. PR, thank you for creating such vivid sandcastles for us to build onto. I hope you have a happy birthday. Thank you for existing!!Thank you to my amazing beta, dreamsofdramione, whose suggestions never cease to amaze. Thanks to K as well for the beautiful cover. You're the best!! Any remaining errors are my own.
Mutualism
A social outcast since his acquittal, Draco Malfoy offers the use of his mother's flower garden for a charity event. He fully expects the offer to be ignored until Hermione Granger arrives at Malfoy Manor, bringing with her a pair of pruning shears and a surprise lesson in plant biology.Thank you to sparrow_ink, quickhidetherum, and keeks1664 for their alpha input. Thank you to my beta, dormiensa, for her sharp eye!This is the first installation of a series I'm calling Love & Botany. I hope to write the next one (Pansy/Neville) soon. If you'd like to suggest a post-war pairing, please do! No guarantees, of course, but I could use the inspo. :)
Castoffs
Struggling in his classes and unwillingly cut from his parents' purse strings, Zacharias Smith seeks solace in a dingy pub. He intends to assuage his sorrows with cheap ale and poor company, but Hannah Abbott refuses to let him languish. Student, barmaid, and social pariah, Hannah knows what it's to have her life upended. But if she can survive, then he can, too.Written for the 2020 Tag(line) You're It! Competition. I chose the Apocalypse, which meant that I was randomly assigned two characters (Zacharias Smith and Hannah Abbott), a trope (Mutual Pining), and a movie tagline ("So shocking she could only be spoken about in whispers!" from The Strange Woman). This is the result! Beta credit to the indefatigable DreamsofDramione for her structural support and encouragement!Awards:- Overall Favorite- Best Characterization- Runner Up: Best Angst
Flyboys
Harry gets arrested, Theo bails him out, and a bigot's life is ruined.This was written in May 2021 for RoseHarperMaxwell's birthday. It's a loose continuation of my LDWS Round 3 NottPott drabble "The Match" (https://archiveofourown.org/works/29091198/chapters/71803137). RHM, thank you for being a bright and beautiful light in this fandom. I'm grateful to know you, and I hope you have a very happy birthday. <3Thanks so much to my beta, dreamsofdramione, for her laughter, deft suggestions, and the absolutely perfect graphic.AND THE GRAPHIC! LOOK AT IT! SHE DID THEO'S SIGNATURE! I AM DED.
Complicit
Hermione Granger is called to Malfoy Manor in the middle of night, and it could only be for one reason: someone is dead.This piece was written for the 2017 DramioneLove Mini Fest on LiveJournal. My prompt was submitted by 10oclockfairy: Draco accidentally kills Lucius when he's beating on Narcissa. Auror Hermione helps him hide the crime.Thanks to my insanely tolerant beta, eilonwy, for agreeing to take on such a dark piece.
Influence
Draco and Hermione bump into each other at Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes. Draco thinks it's a chance encounter. Hermione knows it's anything but.Written for the January 2021 Love at Second Sight mini-fest. The place I spun was "Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes." Thank you to QuinTalon for hosting. What a lovely idea for the year! Thanks to my beta, dreamsofdramione, for the prose enhancements.
Home-Cooked
Ron has grown up on home-cooked meals. Pansy attempts to make one of her own. It goes poorly.Written in February 2021 for the wonderful Floorcoaster. Thank you for all you do for the fandom, Floo! I hope you have a very happy birthday. <3No beta; we die like men! All mistakes are my own.
Beyond Memory
Lucius lost his memories during the war. Hermione is tasked with recovering them. Draco isn't sure he wants her to.This piece was written for the 2017 DramioneLove Mini Fest on LiveJournal. My prompt was submitted by RZZMG: An accident during the war left Lucius without his memories & Narcissa dead. Hermione, the hired healer, comes to Malfoy Manor daily to see to Lucius' medical needs. They become friends, much to Draco's irritation.Thanks to my beta, eilonwy, for her time and encouragement.
A Melancholy Refrain
Seeing her one last time was worth any amount of pain.A big thanks to the wonderful dormiensa for her beta work, as well as guiding my search for a title. This was written for the DramioneLove Mini Fest 2016, and my prompt was #126: Welcome to the Hotel California.I visited Todos Santos, alleged home of the Hotel California, just a few months ago on my honeymoon. It's a growing town known for its art and music scene, and its charm and character haven't been worn away by absurd amounts of tourist traffic. As I walked around the buildings, the famous Eagles song running through my head, I felt transported to another time. I hope you keep the song in mind as you read this - I think it gives the story a little something extra.
Traditions
Draco follows some well-intentioned advice regarding Muggle Christmas traditions. This was written for the D/Hr Advent Fest 2014. Thank you so much to my wonderful and ever-so-quick beta, eilonwy! Also, thanks to everyone who nominated me to participate in this fest. It's an honor! My prompt this year was "Traditions." Please enjoy!Kudos to "Monty Python and the Holy Grail"'s Knights Who Say "Ni!" for the bit about the shrubbery.
The Nutcrackers
Hermione is determined to finish her holiday shopping early, but Draco is a tough nut to crack.This was written for the D/Hr Advent Fest 2013. A big, "Thank you!" and a warm cup of cocoa with marshmallows to my beta, dormiensa, for the corrections and comments! My prompt for this fest was nutcracker.
Shared Space
It was their first Yule together, and they were going to spend it apart.This was written for the D/Hr Advent Fest 2012. Thank you to those who nominated me to be a part of this fest (wow!) and Strawberrykait, who ever so graciously agreed to give this a once-over. :)My prompt was scarves.
Mismatched
Brought together by the Ministry of Magic's Marriage Law, Draco and Hermione work together to undermine the edict and subvert their arranged marriage while most decidedly not falling in love in the process.Work dedicated to mister_otter. I cannot describe to you my anxiety in signing up for this fest. What if I had no idea what to do with the prompts? What if none of them spoke to me? Then, Ningloreth sent the assignments. Dearest Duet partner, you may be my fanfic soulmate. Could there have been more perfect prompts? Could your kinks and squicks have aligned more perfectly with what I like to write? No, they could not have. You're an angel, and I can't wait to find out who you are so that I can fangirl all over you (assuming, of course, that I haven't already done so.) I hope you like this. <3Thanks to my wonderful alpha, dormiensa, for keeping my magical theory in check and helping me amp up the UST. Thank you to my beta, eilonwy, for her help with the final grammatical polish and confidence boost. All remaining errors are my own.Prompts:1. A fun romp in the spirit of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," with autumn themes instead.2. Draco and Hermione share an unusual and unexpected interest that brings them together.3. 'Partners in crime' of any type-paired for school, work, scavenger hunt, or actual partners solving a mystery (or maybe creating one) :)