That conversation isn't going to go well, now is it? 

I think it's interesting that Harry and Ginny were so lovey dovey about Lucius in the beginning and now are not.  Too bad they didn't bring up the contract stuff earlier, because Harry's concerns seemed a little out in left field before that.  You've gotten me quite confused, as I don't entirely trust Lucius, but Harry's concern seems out of the blue and is somewhat annoying given his prior trust.  It was really foolish of Hermione to not have a contract drawn up.  Not that I noticed until Harry and Ginny said something.

And another good chapter!

That was nice.  They are progressing along well.  Who wouldn't want Lucius on their arm. 

I do hope that this is real.  I enjoyed that chapter. 

Lovely chapter.  I like the way you write.  I happen to love this pairing, it's one of my favorites.

As you perhaps know, I love (and write) this pairing - so I'll keep watching for your updates! But it's very difficult (if not impossible) to keep Lucius in character, unless he's either been just play-acting the bad guy before (like Severus), or gone through a very substantial change. Hermione being still young does explain why she falls for him so quickly. If she were older, she would be more careful; but being mature, wise and careful can also mean missing out on a lot of fun... It's obvious what Lucius has to gain from the connection with Hermione; but is he just using her, or will he really grow fond of her?

Thank you for a very nice and carefree chapter. It was just what I needed during my coffee break!

It still disturbs me that Hermione might be attracted to Lucius Malfoy, or any Malfoy.  I mean, you might forgive your enimies, even get  rather friendly with them, work with them, but attracted to them?  Kissing them?  and yet I know a number of fanfic fans love the pairing.Still this seems well written in spite of it being just about the opposite of anyting like a 'one true pairing' for me.  I like the idea of going into a wizarding business.  and am keeping an open mind about  the malfoy romance However if Hermione were older she'd know that it is a bad idea to start a romance as you start a business!  too many chances for love to go wrong and ruin the business.   Thanks for the speedy updates.

A wonderful update, it was so romantic! I like this version of a Hermione/Lucius story; Two grown ups who manage to put the past behind them and using each others strengths to build a future, adding lots of wonderful romance and voilá, you have a beautiful story:-))

Luscious Lucius and Hot Hermione.  The perfect couple!

~nods in approval~ :) Looking forward to the next!

 Great story so far, can't wait for more. Wonder where this relationship is going lol   great job.

I wonder what in earth they will come up with to sell.

I love your reformed Lucius.  And what a great idea to get them together as business partners.  He certainly would be a great seller of goods. 

I really and truly am enjoying this.  But I can see Hermione having problems with the Manor. 

this is going to be a very interesting business venture, I'm sure...

I'm glad you're not rushing them into a relationship.  But is still seems a little rushed to me, those kissable lips creeped me out.  Still a skeptic where Malfoy is concerned!  I have to say that it is reasonable for her to consider going into business with him.  There are some people that it would make good business sense to partner with, whether because of their drive, energy, ethics, creativity, or  (in this case) sneakiness.  Drive and sneakiness. and she has brains and creativity - and morals. She was reasonably sure that he could sell water to the merpeople.   LOL   Looking forward to more.

Brilliant update, I really like this!

I love that they are working together but I think I will keep my suspicions to myself for now.  I agree with how great it is to have someone to bounce things around with.

Penitent Lucius, hmmm?

This is quite interesting. 

Lucius Malfoy as a victim (of sorts) is certainly a unique twist. I'll be waiting to see where this tale goes.

Awesome story and chapter. 

Very interesting story so far.  I've said once or twice in the past that if JKR has any failing as a writer, it's the fact that most of her villians are rather two-dimensional (which is actually one of the reasons why I suspected that she would prove Snape a hero in the end when HBP first came out) -- but I also know that this is because she's primarily writing for children and children generally see things in black and white.  Unfortunately, some people never grow out of that! Although it seems clear that at least some of the Death Eaters committed cruel acts out of the conscious desire to inflict pain -- Fenrir Greyback and Bellatrix Lestrange to name but two -- it's a trifle too easy and too simplistic to assume that all of them were like that.  I'll be curious to see where you go with this, especially since it seems clear that Hermione will end up seeing Lucius with new eyes and perhaps even fall in love with him.