Hermione should have known there is no such thing as a free lunch and that the road to Hell is paved with good intentions. When she agrees to help a friend out, she learns that “money for nothing” is a myth. This is a long oneshot.

A duel of quotes between Hermione and Draco leads to new possibilities. Rated M for a reason.

Hermione's life hasn't turned out how she thought it would, but she wouldn't have it any other way.