Someone makes an attempt on Hermione's life and Harry takes on the case. He turns to Lucius Malfoy for help, but a Malfoy under the Ministry's thumb is still a dangerous man. And just what are his intentions towards Hermione?

Draco finally realises his feelings for Hermione, but has the realisation come too late? Mild M rating. Continuation of Reaction and Because She Was Granger.

You know how it is, when you can’t stop thinking about a girl?”—for some reason, Draco knew exactly what he meant—“and then I realised I had to make a move or I was going to lose her." One-sided romance.

Draco wants to get a reaction out of Hermione, but even he's not sure why he does it. Rated T for a little butt grabbing.