Hermione waited outside the shed outside nervously. She was to signal Draco and Ashley when Scott came, but she suspected they'd know, since he had to walk by them to get to her. Just then, the door opened, and Scott walked up and out of the underground castle. Hermione looked at him a little nervously.

"Don't worry Hermione...tonight, I'm all gentleman. Shall we go?" He held out his arm. Hermione was flattered despite herself. She took it tentatively and off they went.

*****

"I swear, if he lays one finger on her..." Draco didn't finish the threat. Ashley rolled her eyes.

"What? What would you do then?"

"I'd smash his face up so bad, he'll need a replacement one." Draco grinned devilishly. Ashley nudged him in the side.

"There he is! Let's go!" Ashley grabbed Draco's arm, and walked out behind Scott. Scott didn't even notice them. He obviously didn't recognize Draco, which was a good thing. Silently, they followed a safe distance behind.

*****

Hermione and Scott arrived at Darton's in a matter of minutes. It was huge! There were beautiful patterns on the walls, and they were a dark red set on a gold backround. The seats were padded with red velvet, on golden chairs. Hermione was blown away.

"Amazed?" Scott noticed her dazed expression and grinned.

"Yes! It's amazing! How can you afford a dinner like this?" Hermione asked breathlessly. Scott waved his hand carelessly.

"It's only money Hermione. Come, let's be seated. Oh boy! Lead us to your best table please?" He smiled, pleased at Hermione's expression as his wishes were carried out instantly.

*****

"How are we going to get in?" Ashley worried as they stared at the front of the building. Draco slicked his hair back, and checked the front of Ashley's shirt.

"Smooth out your shirt Ashley, there are wrinkles. And smile, and don't say anything. Just smile. I'll get us in."

Plastering on a confident smile, Draco sauntered in, Ashley gently holding his arm. He walked up to one of the men.

"Excuse me sir, could my lovely girlfriend and I please be seated soon? It's our anniversary." He said the last bit right out of earshot of Ashley. The man smiled.

"First?"

"Yes sir." Draco winked. "It's very important."

"Right away sir." The man waved over a waiter, who proceeded to take them to a table not far from Hermione's. Which is exactly where Draco wanted to be.

*****

Hermione opened up the menu and gasped at the prices. "Scott, these are outrageous! How can-"

"Hermione....it's only money. Shall I order for you?"

"Well-"

"May I take your order?" A waiter came up to them. Scott took Hermione's menu away from her.

"Yes. We'll both have the steak. Both medium rare, with NO burned parts on it. If there are, you'll be hearing from the manager and me. Oh, and a salad to start off my lovely companion."

Hermione gave him an indignant look. "Scott, I could have ordered for myself!"

"Sorry Hermione. We can't keep these good people waiting. Now...where were we?" Scott moved closer to Hermione. Herione moved farther away. "Come now Hermione...let's not play games."

*****

Draco's face got redder and redder. Ashley was getting worried.

"Draco...please, take it up with him after dinner....Draco, don't do anything too rash..."

"Rash my *ss! I'm going to kill him if he doesn't stop!" Draco made to get up, and Ashley flung him back down in his chair.

"AFTER!" And she held him down.

Ahh.....what shall Draco do? Only the next chapter will tell, cause I sure ain't!

Katie