Disclaimer: I don't own Harry Potter or any of its characters. That title goes to the brilliant J. K. Rowling.
A/N: So yeah, this is my first fanfic…I wasn't even thinking about it until this afternoon. I was on a train ride home with my family from Chicago and reading OOtP and an idea came to my head. I usually hate writing, so don't blame me if this story kinda sucks. Hope you attempt to enjoy it :P Oh yes. Now Snape may seem a little bit OOC, but I debated on this. I'm gonna say that he's still the same, but we see a different side to him. I always thought of him being really protective over his students but he favored his own house. I mean who wouldn't.
Chapter 1
He paced throughout the kitchen, his robes billowing behind him. He had been up for two hours now, anxious for the arrival of his niece at Number 12, Grimuald Place, London.
"Severus, stop worrying. She'll be just fine," A plump red haired woman said.
"How do you know Molly! What if she misses her flight! Or gets lost! Argh. I never should have agreed to let her travel the muggle way," the man said.
The woman looked at him with a smile on her face.
"Severus. No need to worry. She'll be okay. Besides, she should be here in," She glanced around trying to find a clock, "two minutes," she stated.
The man sat down in a chair anxiously, and checked the clock frequently. Suddenly a small 'ding' was heard throughout the house.
"Oh god, she's here!" The potions master whispered, while putting his head in his hands.
Molly Weasley rolled her eyes at him and went to the door and opened it. A young girl, about the age of 16 was standing in the doorstep, beaming at the lady.
"Molly! How good to see you!" She exclaimed.
Molly laughed. "It's wonderful to see you too, dear. It's been a while," and she ushered her inside the house.
The girl took a glance around the house and smiled.
"It's changed…wait, where's that portrait of Mrs. Black?" She questioned, after observing the silence.
"Well, after a hard day's work and many counter curses and spells, Remus and Sirius managed to rip it off the wall. It's long gone. I believe they burned it."
She laughed, "I just noticed that there wasn't any screaming or yelling when I walked in."
"Only you would notice that," A deep voice said.
"Uncle Sev!" The girl exclaimed, and ran to him for a hug.
He laughed, "Hey Kiera. How's my favorite niece?" Snape asked as Molly went into the kitchen to fix the girl something to eat.
She stuck her tongue out at him, "You mean your only niece! I'm great, how about you?"
"Been holding up fine…with the exception of those lousy students that get on my nerves," He replied.
Kiera rolled her eyes, "Lighten up. I love them! Are any of them here?" she asked.
He sighed, "Yes. Mr. Weasley, Miss Granger, Ms. Weasley, and Mr. Potter are all upstairs sleeping…I don't believe they knew of your arrival."
She smirked, "They'll sure get a jolt when I wake them up!"
Snape laughed and shook his head, "As much as I don't like them, they deserve some sleep. I think they've been up all night…and I've been up all morning waiting for you."
The girl laughed, "Always keeping an eye on me aren't you," She teased.
"Well, you're always the one getting in trouble. If I didn't, who would?" He asked.
"Good point," she said.
"Kiera dear, I have some food for you in the kitchen," Molly said sticking her head into the hallway.
"Oh thanks a lot Molly, I'm really hungry," she said, and walked into the kitchen.
"I've got to be going soon. I have to go back to Hogwarts to talk to Dumbledore. I just stayed to make sure you got here all right," Snape said.
"Thanks Sevvy. I'm sure Molly and the rest of the clan can handle me while you're gone…Just make sure to visit over the summer." Kiera responded.
Snape rolled his eyes at the silly name, "You know I hate that…but anyway, I'm terribly sorry I couldn't stay with you. But I knew how much you wanted to visit, so I asked Molly if she could take care of you. I hope you don't mind."
She laughed, "No problem! I love it here," she exclaimed and began to eat her toast.
"Well I'll be off. I'll owl you soon." Snape said and walked up to give Kiera a hug.
"Bye my dear Uncle, don't have too much fun," She laughed.
"Don't worry…take care of yourself," And disparated out of the kitchen.
"Well dear, I hope your trip here was nice. How was it getting to the house?" Molly questioned.
"Oh it was fine…until I got here…I had the slip of paper Dumbledore wrote for me…but it took me a few tries to make the house appear. I'm not the best at memorizing things," She said and smiled sheepishly.
"Not to worry dear," She glanced at the clock and said, "Well I suspect the lot should be getting up soon…the sun's coming up, and Hermione will be sure to wake the boys up."
Just then, Kiera heard yells coming from upstairs.
"RONALD! GET YOUR LAZY BUM UP! IT'S TIME FOR BREAKFAST!" A voice yelled.
"ARGHH! SHUT UP MIONE! I'M TRYING TO SLEEP!" Another voice groaned.
A few moments later, a red head and a flushed looking girl came down the stairs and into the kitchen.
"Hello mum, how are you this fine morning," Ginny said.
"Wonderful dear, Are the boys up?" She asked.
The red-faced Hermione said, "Oh yes…Harry woke up right away, but Ron took a little effort."
"Hermione has that power mum…Hermione —," Ginny noticed the girl sitting at the table and screamed.
"KIERAAA! OH MY GOSH! WHEN DID YOU GET HERE?" she screamed again and ran over to the surprised looking girl to give her a hug.
"Hey Gin, Mione. How are you two?" Kiera laughed.
"Doing fine Kiera. I didn't know you were coming," Hermione said.
"Yeah I know, Uncle Sev owled me a couple nights ago asking me if I would like to come…I think they wanted to keep it a surprise," she replied.
Suddenly two tired boys, one with fiery red hair, the other with jet black hair walked into the kitchen yawning.
"Hello Mrs. Weasley," The raven haired boy said.
"Hello Harry, Dear. Sit down for a spot of breakfast," She said.
"'Lo mum. What's for eating?" The red head pondered, while glancing at Hermione and Ginny who were having a heated discussion.
"Bacon, toast, and eggs, Ronald," Molly replied, "I suggest you say hello to our visitor."
Ron surveyed the room and his eyes landed on a black haired girl with sparkling green eyes sitting at the table watching him.
"Hey Kiera! What in the world are you doing here?" He asked.
"I'm staying here for the summer if that's alright," She answered.
Ron grinned, "Not a problem! Love having you with us, don't know why Snape turned out the way he is, and you're so nice, but that's beside the point!" he exclaimed and began shoving food in his mouth.
Harry, who had been quiet after starting breakfast glanced at the girl and took a double-take. He looked her up and down and smiled. She's beautiful, he thought.
"Hello…erm, Kiera? We haven't met. I'm Harry Potter," Harry said and reached across the table and extended his arm.
She smiled at him and shook his hand, "Kiera Snape, wonderful to meet you. I've heard loads about you from old Severus," She laughed.
"Really now," He asked, surprised at her response.
"Well…they aren't the greatest things about you, but from listening enough, I could tell you would be nice," Kiera smirked.
Harry smiled and continued to eat his breakfast. Once everyone was well fed, they went upstairs to get ready for the day.
"Kiera dear, you will be staying in Percy's old room," Molly said.
"Thanks Molly, do you need any help cleaning up?" She offered.
"No, no dear. Go ahead and get ready…I believe the boys and Ginny are going to have a quidditch match in the backyard."
She laughed, "Thanks Molly, call me if you need any help," Molly smiled at her and nodded, while she climbed the stairs to her room.
Kiera entered the room, closed the door, and spread out on the bed.
"Man I love it here…so much better than back home. What am I saying, this is home," She smiled and changed her clothes for her quidditch game. She grabbed her Firebolt from her trunk and ran outside to join the others.