As far as Hermione was concerned it was a long week. She and Severus tried to get together before Friday but things and people got in the way. Monday night Hermione had a book signing at Flourish and Blotts, Tuesday Severus was having dinner with Minerva, Wednesday was family night at Hermione's grandparent's home and Thursday was Severus's turn to host poker night with the others from the order. Finally on Friday Hermione had dinner ready and was only waiting for the object of her affection and nightly fantasies to arrive.
Severus arrived a few minutes early with a bottle of wine. "Something smells amazing."
She smiled as she walked into the kitchen, "After Ron and I split up I gave myself a trip to Italy and fell in love with spaghetti Bolognese. As soon as I came home I bought an Italian cookbook and learned to master the recipe." He had followed her to the stove and she gave him a taste from the wooden spoon.
"That is phenomenal," he said and then looked at her, "so are you" and he kissed her.
Hermione laughed, "Dinner first Severus, dessert later."
Severus gave her his trademark smirk and opened the wine while Hermione served the wonderful dinner she made.
They talked about their week and Hermione told him she ran into a few former classmates at her book signing. Severus was amused when she told him she had signed a book for none other than Gregory Goyle.
"He said it was for his girlfriend who was a big fan. He didn't say who the girlfriend was but I heard he was dating Millicent Bulstrode." Severus cringed at the idea of those two procreating.
"Before I forget Minerva says hello and wanted to invite you to tea next Saturday. I had promised Albus a few weeks ago that I would help him set up a special area in the castle for muggle technology. He feels it should be important for muggle studies. I think it's because he is addicted to television."
Hermione laughed, "You know I love that old man."
"I do too. When Bellatrix made me take that vow it made me sick. I knew Narcissa would release me from it the moment she could but the thought of killing Albus made me ill."
"I have my own bad memories of that woman, I'm just glad she is gone now." Severus toasted to that comment.
"How was your family night?" He asked.
Hermione laughed, "It was wonderful as always, my grandparents had a surprise for us; my grandfather is finally retiring. He said he is ready to spend his twilight years fishing and snoozing on the back porch. It doesn't matter that the man has never been fishing and has the energy level of a man half his age."
Severus grinned remembering what Lucius said about her grandfather.
"Hermione was your grandfather really the inspiration for Bond?"
"You've been talking to Lucius." She chuckled. "Actually Ian Fleming published the books in 1953 when my granddad was in his twenties. The later books seem to describe Bond more like what granddad was like in his thirties and working for the secret service. It is believed that the directors may have modeled the Bond in the movies after granddad who was very handsome when he was younger, and still is."
She then asked him about poker night and Severus told her that Remus once again was the big winner. Sirius and Harry were sure he was cheating but Severus said Remus was a natural with cards.
After they ate they brought their wine to the sofa and Hermione put on some music. Severus lit some candles wandlessly as Hermione shut off the lights. They sipped their wine and then Severus took both glasses and put them on the coffee table. He wasted no time in claiming a kiss from his hostess and she complied. They tasted the wine on each other's lips as they explored with their tongues. Things once again got heated and Severus's hands went wandering. He fondled her breasts finding her nipples already erect and straining against her clothing. He pushed the strap of her dress off of her shoulder and sucked on her nipple through the fabric of her bra being rewarded with a very throaty moan. Hermione was not one to let her partner have all the fun so she straddled his lap and ran her hands through his hair. His hands quickly found the hem of her dress and he pushed it up so he could stroke her hips and arse. She felt his arousal and moaned when he attacked her neck with his lips. She threw her head back to give him better access and reveled in the pleasure he was giving her.
Severus snaked his hand in between their bodies and cupped her sex finding her more than ready for him.
"Hermione if you don't want this to go any further tell me to stop now." He panted.
"Don't you dare stop." She ground her body onto his.
He grinned into her neck, "Then let's move somewhere more comfortable, I will not make love to you on this sofa." He stood up holding her and her legs were wrapped around his waist. He headed for the door she pointed to and used wand less magic to open it. He only let her down when they made it to the bed where he slowly undressed her. He nearly lost it when he saw her black lace panties and bra and removed them. She looked like a goddess to him.
Hermione undressed Severus and kissed down his chest as she took his shirt off. She was pleased to see his toned torso and grinned when she heard him gasp as she lowered his pants kissing the exposed flesh. None of her school girl fantasies about her potions professor ever could have prepared her for the sight before her. He was beautiful. His body was sculpted, not overly muscular but fit. The part of him that held her attention was larger than she had imagined and hard as steel. She lowered her mouth to kiss the very tip and Severus abruptly pulled her up to face him.
"I'll never recover if you do that now; I want to feel you around me." He then kissed her again as he lowered her to the bed. There was no need for anymore foreplay; they were both ready and in need of release. When he entered her they both sighed in pleasure.
They moved together in a slow seduction of the senses, fitting together perfectly as he found the spot that would send her over the edge. After he found his release they lay together in each other's arms marveling at the intensity of their first time together. Hermione hoped there were going to be many more times after this.
The last thing Severus remembered before falling into a contented sleep was Hermione whispering "stay" and he did.
She stirred a few hours later and they both woke in each other's arms. No words were spoken as Severus made love to her again this time taking his time and worshipping her body. He paid close attention to the areas of her body that would particularly illicit a moan and filed that in his memory for future encounters. He was sure there would be future encounters because he wasn't letting this witch get away.
Once again they fell asleep sated and didn't wake again until the sun shone through her window. Severus opened his eyes to see an empty spot next to him but relaxed when he heard movement in the adjacent bathroom. The door to the bath opened and she came out wearing his shirt.
"Good morning." She said and stripped his shirt off as she climbed back into bed.
"It most certainly is," he drawled as he covered her with his body kissing her passionately. He trailed kisses down her body until he found her sex and proceeded to bring her to another powerful orgasm.
Once Hermione recovered she did what she had wanted to do the night before and pleasured him with her mouth. He wouldn't let his release go in her mouth though, instead he pulled her on top of him and she rode him until they both reached their climax.
Much later that morning Severus and Hermione made breakfast together and decided to spend the day visiting the newest exhibit at the British Museum everyone was talking about. Everyone in the muggle world that is.
Before the visit to the museum they stopped at his flat where he showered, changed and picked up a change of clothes. They hadn't originally planned on spending the weekend together but that is exactly what happened because after the museum they went to a movie and then went back to Hermione's, ordered in and made love until they both collapsed exhausted.
Sunday morning Hermione received an owl from Sirius telling her they were starting a new tradition, Sunday brunch at Grimmauld Place. Severus received the same invitation, the owl found him at Hermione's and they both sent their response at the same time.
They knew that if they showed up together there would be raised eyebrows and questions. Most of their friends knew they went out on a few dates but neither Hermione nor Severus wanted to share any of their time together. They were definitely at that part of a relationship when you want to be with the other person all the time.
Severus and Hermione arrived at Sirius's home together and ignore the knowing smirks from their friends. It didn't take long before Ginny got Hermione alone and questioned her.
"Well?" The redhead asked.
"Well what Gin?" Hermione teased.
"Please Hermione you know what I want to know. How were your dates with Severus?"
"Hermione grinned, "I'll let you know when the second date ends."
Ginny Weasley Potter looked at her friend confused until it dawned on her that Severus told Harry he and Hermione were having dinner together this past Friday. That would have been the second date.
"You mean Fridays date is still going on?"
"Twenty points to Gryffindor. Yes our second date hasn't ended yet.
Ginny raised her eyebrows, "Details Hermione, now!" she whispered.
Hermione rolled her eyes and much to Ginny's disappointment refused to give any sordid details other than it was amazing.
Severus was being interviewed as well by the host and some of the other guests. When he saw Lucius and Narcissa he inwardly cringed knowing that his good friend would have questions. Sirius and Remus were smirking as well and he wanted to wipe off the smirks from all three.
"None of your bloody business so don't even ask. Suffice it to say that Hermione and I are in the beginning of a relationship and would like some privacy."
He turned when a hand went on his shoulder and smiled when he saw Hermione's face. She handed him a glass of juice and kissed him on the cheek, "Well said Severus." Then she walked away. The other men laughed at the stupid grin on Severus Snapes face.
"You don't have to say a thing Snape that look says it all. Good for you." Sirius toasted Severus with his own drink and the men talked about other issues.
When Hermione walked back into the kitchen she saw the smiling face of Harry Potter. Rolling her eyes once again she looked at her best friend and said, "Go ahead Potter ask, everyone else is."
Harry looked at the one person who stood by him through the toughest times of his life, "The only thing I want to know Mione is if you are happy. That is all I care about."
Leave it to bloody Harry Potter to bring her to tears.
"Oh Harry I am very happy, I know it's early in the relationship but this could be something special."
Harry gave her a hug and a kiss on the cheek and went into the sitting room to join the rest of the group. Ginny Potter saw the exchange between her husband and his best friend.
She was joined by Lavender Weasley who came with the rest of the family.
"Ginny doesn't it bother you to see your husband so close with Hermione."
Ginny tolerated Lavender because her mother asked her to but it didn't mean she liked her, "Lavender, Harry and Hermione have something special and they are more than friends. They are like siblings in every way that counts, she was there for him through everything and before you say so was Ron you are wrong. I love my brother but when things did not go his way he would walk away, Hermione as scared as she was never did. She stood by Harry since the day they became friends and without her he may have never succeeded. Harry loves me and our marriage is solid, I would never begrudge him his relationship with Hermione."
Hermione had heard the exchange and smiled. Ginny was right, Harry was very special to her and she did consider him a brother.
The day turned out to be very pleasant and Hermione had to admit that the idea of Sunday brunch at Grimmauld Place was a good idea.