Structurally Unsound

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Title: Structurally Unsound
Author / Artist: hiddenhibernian
Prompt: Terrified
Character(s) / Pairing(s): Draco Malfoy/Hermione Granger
Rating: G
Word count: 100
Warnings: None
Notes: Oh, to be a fly on the wall at Malfoy Manor when Draco announces his engagement...


"We could always burn it down." Draco sounded almost hopeful.

"Have you heard the term 'structurally unsound'? Or 'collapse'?" his mother asked. "It usually occurs when you remove a central part of a building."

"Perhaps not use Fiendfyre, then."

"My dear," Narcissa said, with finality, "Miss Granger has agreed to marry you. I doubt the continued existence of our drawing room will change her mind, no matter how the prospect terrifies you."

"I hope you're right," he mumbled.

"She is probably more concerned with the continued existence of your father and I. I shall keep a bezoar handy."

"Mother!"