This is my first try on writing a story about Hermione and Severus. Many characters are ooc in a way you will notice at the very beginning.

I own nothing except the story and some of the characters. If I did, no one of the good would die in the end.

I should tell you that English is not my native language, I'm from Sweden so don't be too hard of the spelling and such.

Why Me

Chapter 1

In her seventh year at Hogwarts, Hermione is called to Headmasters office.

-You wanted to see me Grandfather? (Yes he is her grandfather)

-Yes my dear, come in.

-Can you tell me why I'm here?

-I will tell you in time, we are just waiting for Severus.

There is a knock on the door and Snape walks in.

-I'm here Albus, what did you want?

Snape turns around and sees Hermione.

-Severus, Hermione come here and have a sit.

-Now tell me what you want me here for.

-Yes Grandfather, why are we here?

-Calm down both of you and I will tell you. I have received a message from the ministry about the new marriage law. They have decided that you two have to get married in five months from today. I know that it comes as a chock, but I'm sorry there is nothing I can do about it.

-But grandfather, why me? I don't love him and I'm sure he doesn't love me.

-Please wait Hermione.

He stands up from his chair and takes her hands.

-I need to tell you something. The truth is that I do love you and have done so since the first time I saw you. You are the sunshine in my life and I can't imagine my life without you.

Hermione looks at Severus with tears in her eyes.

-I'm sorry Severus, I can't do this.

She runs out from Dumbledores office an in to her private bedchambers. She throws herself on the bed and cries he heart out.