One possible plot could be that in a post - war world where things are turned upside down, Hermione discovers baby Draco alone and abandoned. She decides to take him in out of her sense of justice and kindness. She might struggle at first, trying to understand his needs as a baby Malfoy, but gradually, as she takes care of him, she starts to see the potential for change in him. Draco, as he grows up under Hermione's care, could start to develop different values than what he was taught in his pure - blood family.
Hermione would likely be very aware of Draco's pure - blood upbringing influence. She might start by counteracting the more negative aspects, like any potential prejudices. For example, she could introduce him to a diverse group of magical creatures and beings from a young age, showing him that all are worthy of respect.
It explores a different kind of relationship. In the original 'Harry Potter' series, Draco and Hermione were more on opposite sides. Fanfictions in this genre allow for a deeper exploration of their personalities and how they could interact in a more positive way. For example, Draco might use his Slytherin cunning to protect Hermione from threats she might not see coming with her Gryffindor bravado.
There's also 'Draco's Redemption in Hermione's Care'. In this one, the tables are sort of turned where Draco's actions towards Hermione lead to a journey of self - discovery for him, but there are parts where he does take care of her in a very sweet way. It's a long - form fic that delves deep into their relationship dynamics.
One possibility could be that Draco is forced into taking care of Harry due to some magical circumstances. Maybe there's a spell gone wrong that makes it his responsibility. He initially resents it but as he spends time with baby Harry, he starts to see the innocence in him and develops a soft spot.
Harry is known for his kindness and loyalty. So, he would take care of Draco with a lot of patience. He would probably stay up all night if Draco was fussy, just to make sure he was okay. His protective nature would also mean he'd keep Draco safe from any harm, whether it's from other wizards or just from the general dangers in the wizarding world.
He might become more selfless. Usually, Draco is quite self - centered, but with a baby Harry to look after, he has to think about someone else's needs first. For example, he might sacrifice his own comfort to make sure Harry is warm and fed. Also, he could become more responsible as he has a life in his hands, and any mistake could be costly for Harry. This would be a huge change from his carefree, sometimes reckless, self.
Draco's character often develops in a way that shows his hidden softer side. He starts to see Hermione not just as a rival but as a person in need. This can lead to him re - evaluating his previous prejudices.
There are fanfictions where Draco brings Hermione rare magical herbs from his family's private gardens to help with her illness. In some, he even uses his influence in the wizarding world to get the best healers for her. He might transform from his usually cold self to a caring and gentle person around her, which makes for an interesting dynamic in the story.
One possible plotline could be that in a post - war world where the wizarding community is rebuilding, Hermione discovers baby Scorpius alone and abandoned. She decides to take him in out of her kind - hearted nature. As she takes care of him, she faces challenges from the traditional pure - blood families who don't trust her intentions with a Malfoy heir. But Hermione is determined to raise Scorpius with the values she believes in, like equality and knowledge - seeking.