AN: For Snarry 100 Challenge 383: Under the Stars. If this looks better later, then thank Yen.

The Perfect Night

The damp sand was soft if a bit gritty. Wind driven dark waves lapped up against the shore, making a quiet soundtrack to the sparkling stars and glowing moonlight.

'It's the perfect night.' Severus' fingers tightened around the hand securely tucked in his before he looked at Harry who was searching the sky with a less than enthusiastic expression. 'But it isn't at the same time.' Pulling the younger man closer to his side, he kept his voice soft, not competing with the wind or the waves. "What do you want Harry? What can make this perfect for you?"

(o.o)

Green eyes shifted from the scenery to him. Harry's voice was as quiet as his, uncertainty lacing it.

"Can we sleep in a bed, in a house? With the roof spelled clear and the windows opened?"

Severus pulled Harry into his arms. "I thought you would enjoy the romantic night on the beach?"

Harry sighed as he rested his head on Severus' chest. "I've had too many bad nights under the stars. I'm with you, that's enough."

Tightening his arms about Harry, Severus apparated them to the beach house. "Then a clear roof and a comfortable bed it'll be."