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Deprogram

Chapter 9

For the next several months going into the summer Luna and Ginny met about once a week as their schedules allowed. Complying with the rules they usually met in London at a small flat in a building owned by Draco.

The idea seemed to be working and when Ginny was with Luna Harry usually hung around with Hermione and Hope. Ginny was a lot more focused and patient as she and Hermione continued to work through the issues of their intimacy. They usually planned to go through the exercises within a few days of Ginny seeing Luna, which was usually the best time and yielded promising results.

At the end of one of the exercises in mid July Ginny and Hermione were getting ready to go to sleep when Hermione turned to look at Ginny.

"I know this goes against the rules but can I ask you a question about…you and Luna?" Hermione asked quietly

"I believe the rule states if both partners agree." Ginny replied

"Do you agree?"

"How about if you ask and then I can decide if I want to answer it?"

"Sounds fair." Hermione scooted closer to Ginny. "Um…is it…good? I mean I know it serves a purpose but is it…at least fun?"

"You want me to be totally honest? Ginny asked scooting closer to Hermione

"Please."

"Most of the time we talk." Ginny replied with a smile as she slowly slid her hand on to Hermione's hip

"Talk?" Hermione asked confused

"Yup, just talk. Or watch a movie"

"But…that's not what you're supposed to be doing and you come home very…calm and focused…." Hermione seemed to be getting angry

"Luv relax…I did say most of the time…things have happened. Very straightforward, nothing crazy, no passion….all very mechanical. Is that what you were wondering? Ginny asked running her hand slowly over Hermione's butt and hip

"Yes I guess so."

"Or did you want some nasty little details" Ginny asked as she pulled Hermione on top of her so she was straddling her waist. Hermione squealed in surprise looking down at Ginny she leaned in for a kiss. "Mmm that made my whole day." Ginny said as she ran her hands down Hermione's thighs.

"Why don't we stop with all those exercises and just let things happen naturally, we have the basics down. If you want to do something just start doing it. Scheduling those appointments takes some of the fun out of it." Ginny explained. Hermione stretched out on top of Ginny with her head on Ginny's chest.

"Yes I think you're right, it does feel forced and orchestrated. Ok no more lessons and we'll go it on our own and see where that gets us." Hermione agreed as Ginny's arms wrapped around her back rubbing gently

"But you still need to see Luna for a bit longer. Ok?" Hermione asked

"Fine, but not too much longer ok?" Ginny asked

"Not too much I promise. Good night Gin." Replied Hermione

"Night luv."

Over the next few weeks quidditch started and Hermione returned to Hogwarts to make up some classes she missed the previous year due to all the time at the doctors and all her set backs. She also took over Professor McGonagall's first year students with the option to teach full time when she completed her NEWTS.

Hermione made it a point to give Ginny some undivided attention when their schedules would allow. She really put an effort into being aggressive, which is what Ginny suggested. The theory was sound from Hermione's point of view. Instead of being the submissive, as she was to Lucius, she would be the dominant. She would be in control of everything, sometimes she would restrain Ginny in some manner so she could explore without fear. Ginny didn't mind and at times it was a turn on and it really seemed to help empower Hermione.

One night, while making her rounds in the castle, Hermione decided to check the Room of Requirement for any students that might be breaking curfew. Once you know what to ask for the room could be opened by anyone. So at about ten-thirty Hermione made her way up to the seventh floor. She thought to herself what she wanted and sure enough the door presented itself. Once inside she managed to roust two Gryiffindors, three Ravenclaws, one Hufflepuff and two Slytherins. She let them off with a warning as they were studying and lost track of time. The last Ravenclaw jogged out the door as Hermione collected some of the personal items that were scattered around. The door closed and was absorbed into the stone wall. Hermione thought to herself that she was ready to leave, thinking that would reopen the door. It didn't.

"What's the rush….pet." came a cold voice from behind her. She didn't even notice that the room had changed into her cell in Malfoy Manor. A chill snaked up Hermione's spine as she clutched her wand and turned around slowly she kneeled before him.

"M…master." Hermione addressed him with her head bowed. A few long strides had Lucius towering over her.

"It's been along time, I've missed my favorite slave…let's see if you remember all your lessons shall we?" he whispered in her ear as Hermione began to shake. "I'm gonna make you pay for leaving me." He said as he walked back across the room to his chair and sat down. "Remove your robe and crawl to me Mudblood." He commanded Hermione.

"Yes master" She complied without making eye contact. When she reached the chair she knelt before him

"On all fours, my feet are tired." Again she complied by positioning herself at his feet. Thoughts were clouding her mind again, she thought he was dead. That Ginny had killed him. Did Ginny…lie? She came out of her thoughts as his cane made contact with her ass. She squealed. As he did this a few more times tears were pooling in her eyes.

"Straddle my lap Mudblood." Lucius ordered with a smug look. Hermione got up from the floor, raised her skirt and climbed into Lucius' lap. He placed one hand on her ass and one on her breast through her shirt. He pulled her into him "now Mudblood you're gonna suck me."

"No" it was quiet and Lucius was not sure where it came from

"What did you say you worthless whore?" Lucius said as he stood up and Hermione fell to the floor. Fixing her skirt she stood up wand out

"I said no, no more of this, no more of you. You're dead. You were dead the day you bought me." Hermione replied

"You think the dark lord is the only one who can cheat death? You stupid Mudblood bitch. Avad…" Lucius began but Hermione was too quick for him

"Stupefy!" she shouted as Lucius was knocked backwards ten feet

"That was brilliant." Hermione spun around to see a girl about fifteen year's old standing behind her. She had wavy dark blonde hair and honey colored eyes, wearing a school uniform with a Gryffindor hoodie. Before Hermione could question the girl Lucius had recovered and with a charm summoned the girl to his side where he bound her with the Incarcero charm.

"Well if you won't comply, I'm fairly certain our daughter will." Lucius said with a hiss and he rubbed the snake head of his cane across Hope's cheek.

"NEVER, BOMBARDA MAXIMUM" Hermione shouted as one red burst from her wand hit Lucius square in the chest blowing him to pieces, along with half the room.

Hope was next to her again. "Bloody brilliant" she was clapping and smiling, and then she threw her arms around Hermione. "I knew you could do it, well the room knew."

"Are you…real?" Hermione asked hugging her daughter

"Not outside this room, you needed motivation. The room created me so you could react and you did, and you were brilliant. I'm so proud of you." Hope went on

"Thank you. I guess…I have to go now but I don't want to leave you." Hermione explained

"It's ok, you can go. I'm not really here, I'm home waiting for you…Mom." With that Hope faded away and the door appeared where Hermione had come in.

Hermione tore out of the Room of Requirement and ran straight into Professor McGonagall. After a quick retelling of what had happened the professor allowed Hermione to leave the school grounds through the floo network. Within moments Hermione found herself in the living room of Ginny and Luna's flat. She heard noise coming from the bedroom and felt uneasy about barging in on them even if Ginny was her wife it was still quite rude. Hermione sat in the living room and thought about how best to do this.

Luna was standing at the foot of the bed looking at Ginny who was blindfolded; naked and restrained when Hermione's Patronus came scampering in. The otter flicked its head for Luna to follow.

"Gin, I'm going to get something….special…I'll be right back"

"Umm…ok" Ginny had no choice but to agree.

In the living room Hermione told Luna what happened at school and Luna understood. She handed Hermione the key to the handcuffs, kissed her and told her she was going to Harry's.

Back in the bedroom Hermione walked in and smiled.

"Luna, I know this doesn't often happen but I'm seriously turned on over here. Please." Ginny pleased

Hermione had already stripped down to nothing and made her way over to straddle Ginny's face. Ginny instinctively began licking and sucking but then stopped and smiled. She knew it was Hermione, but did Hermione know she knew. Ginny didn't have to wait long to find out.

"Can't fool you can I luv?" Hermione's voice rang out.

"Nope, shall I continue?

"Oh yes please." Hermione replied as she repositioned herself

After a few long hours, several orgasms a long soak in the hot tub and no episodes involving Hermione's Alter, Hermione and Ginny are relaxing in bed. Hermione told Ginny about the Room of Requirement and what happened with Lucius and Hope. Ginny couldn't be happier. She had her wife back, Hermione overcame the traumatic ordeal and they were now free to raise Hope ready for the next thing life will throw at them.

Angel eyes, you have angel eyes, such a smile that lights up my life
You're a dream come true, now I'm holding you
And I'll never, never let you go, I will never let you go!

First time I laid my eyes upon you, all my dreams were answered
First time I kissed your tender lips, my love to you I surrendered

I'll never let you go, you're always on my mind
You're the only one for me, you're all I need
And I'll never, never let you go

Angel eyes, my heart relies on the love you give to me
You never let me down, you're always by my side
And I'll never, never let you go, I will never let you go!

When my heart starts to crumble and the tears start to fall
You hold me close with tender lovin', and give me strength to carry on
And I'll never, never let you go*

* I'll Never Let You Go by Steelheart