One possible fanfiction could be about Hermione and Draco working in a wizarding hospital. Hermione is a brilliant healer, and Draco is there because of a family member's illness. During a difficult surgery on a patient, they experience a loss. This event makes them reflect on life and their own relationship. They start to see each other in a new light, beyond their Hogwarts rivalries.
Well, in a fanfic scenario, if Hermione experiences a loss during surgery, perhaps of a patient she was very attached to, Draco could be the one to comfort her in an unexpected way. He might use his own experiences with loss in his family to relate to her. This could lead to them becoming closer friends or even more. They could start to understand each other on a much deeper level, realizing that they both have vulnerabilities.
One popular theme could be the idea of redemption for Draco. In many fanfictions, he is shown to overcome his family's dark past and prejudice. Another theme might be the power of friendship or love that develops between Hermione and Draco, despite their initial differences. It could also explore how they navigate the complex wizarding world together, facing challenges from their respective houses and the general wizarding society.
In a fanfiction with this theme, it could be set post - war. Draco and Hermione find themselves in a situation where they are on the run from some dark wizards who are after them for different reasons. During their escape, Hermione gets wet and cold. Draco, having a change of heart after the war, gives her his warm cloak. This act of kindness begins to break down the barriers between them, and they start to have deeper conversations, realizing they have more in common than they thought.
Perhaps there's a fanfiction where a powerful and dark wizard from outside the school is targeting Muggle - borns. Hermione, being a Muggle - born, is understandably afraid. Draco, who has always had a complex relationship with Hermione, is conflicted. He doesn't want to see her hurt because, deep down, he has feelings for her. He ends up using his Slytherin cunning to outwit the dark wizard and keep Hermione safe.
One alternative theme could be a time - travel story where Hermione and Draco are sent back in time and have to work together to preserve the wizarding world's history. It's a fun way to explore their characters in a new setting.
In a different fanfiction, Hermione could be afraid of a prophecy that involves her and Draco. The prophecy seems to foretell doom and destruction. She's terrified of what might come to pass. Draco, who also hears about the prophecy, tries to comfort her. He tells her that prophecies can be misinterpreted and that they can change their fate together. He starts to work with Hermione to figure out a way to avoid the bad outcomes predicted by the prophecy.
Draco might start to show his more caring side. For example, he could become very protective of Hermione during her pregnancy, which is a big change from his former Slytherin coldness.
Ron Weasley often makes an appearance. He might be suspicious of Draco's intentions towards Hermione and try to protect her. His loyalty to Hermione and his hot - tempered nature can add a lot of drama to the story.
In the Draco - Hermione fanfiction where they marry and have a baby, the story could focus on how they overcome the prejudices of their families and friends. Draco's family has a long - standing reputation for pure - blood supremacy, and Hermione is a Muggle - born. However, their love for each other could be so strong that they decide to face all the difficulties together. The baby could be a symbol of hope and unity in the divided wizarding world, showing that love can conquer all, even the deep - seated prejudices in the magical society.