Here's the new chapter, on time like I promised ;) Hope you all enjoy.
Disclaimer: Still don't own Harry Potter.
Chapter 8:
Forming the Second bond
The next two days whirled by in a frenzy of social visits and several explanations. Finally, it was time for Harry and Severus to complete the second bond.
Severus gently pushed Harry to their bedroom and closed and locked the door behind him. No one would be allowed to enter unless Severus unlocked it himself.
"Are you sure you're ready?" Severus asked Harry gently.
"Yes, Severus, I am completely ready." Harry assured his mate for the 20th time.
"Alright, lay down on the bed and we'll start." Severus instructed. Once he made sure Harry was comfortable, he climbed in as well and delicately wrapped his arms around Harry's waist. "Now, from now on until exactly this time in seven day, you are not to leave my arms." Severus instructed firmly.
Harry hummed in agreement and snuggled closer, already tempted to just curl up around Severus and go to sleep.
"It's not nap time yet love." Severus chuckled. "Now, shall we begin our vows?" he asked and Harry shyly nodded
"I, Harry James Potter, vow to let Severus protect and provide for me. I accept that he is my dominant and I'm his submissive, and I will allow him to defend me in every way he can." Harry said softly, immediately noticing the change. He felt an urgent need to be held by Severus and was unable to hold back a small whimper.
Severus quickly pulled him closer until Harry was practically lying on top of him, letting out a relieved sigh when Harry's body untensed and his face smoothed out.
"I, Severus Snape, vow to protect and provide for Harry. He is my submissive, and I, his dominant. I will not allow him others to hurt my little mate, emotionally or physically. I will defend him with my life." Severus promised. Severus immediately noticed the change in him as well.
He could feel every protective urge that he had tried to suppress come out in full force. Before he had managed to hold back most of his protective urges so as to not irritate Harry. Now however, every single worry and fear about Harry's safety was brought to the forefront of his mind. His Veela was screaming at him to protect his mate, and Severus could barely restrain himself from bringing out his claws or wings.
"Sev." Harry whined softly and in response Severus tightened his arms.
"I'm here love, no one will hurt you." Severus cooed softly.
Harry hummed and and tried to shift but Severus's arms restrained him. "I still need to mark you sweetheart." Severus reminded.
Harry opened his eyes and slightly sat up. Severus mirrored his movements and leaned up against the headboard then pulled Harry onto his lap. "Where do you want the mark to be?" Severus asked.
Harry shrugged and smiled at Severus. "Don't care. Pick wherever."
Severus smirked and flipped them over so Harry was underneath him. "I know the perfect place."
Harry swallowed and blushed as Severus vanished his pants and kissed his side. He then gently pulled down Harry's boxers until the right side of his pelvis was showing. Harry blushed and groaned when he realized where Severus had in mind.
"You're cruel." he remarked and Severus harshly bit down on the skin.
Harry yelped but Severus soothed over the red mark with his tongue then lightly sucked on the abused skin. "Relax Harry." Severus murmured to his tense mate. He gently ran his fingers over the pale stomach and felt Harry's body loosen in response.
Severus returned to marking Harry's skin, and a few minutes later Harry had an oval mark right underneath his pelvis bone. "You're mine." Severus whispered to the exhausted Harry. He slowly rearranged himself so his head was cushioned by the pillow and he was lying right next to Harry with his arms still around his Harry.
"Mhhmn." Harry tiredly agreed as he laid he snuggled deeper into Severus's side. "I'm going to go to bed Severus." Harry mumbled.
Instead of taking a nap along with Harry, Severus stayed vigilantly watching over his submissive. Despite his fatigue, Severus was able to stay awake for two hours, until Harry woke up.
"Severus, didn't you sleep?" Harry questioned as he saw Severus's tired expression.
"Of course I didn't!" Severus seemed so offended by Harry's question that the boy could only lay there for a few minutes, wondering what could have possibly offended his dominant.
"Why didn't you?" he eventually asked.
"Why would I take the chance of something happening to you while I'm asleep?" Severus questioned angrily. "Harry, anything could have happened while I was asleep and unable to properly protect you!"
Harry raised an eyebrow at Severus's vehement explanation. The feelings that had assaulted him once he had said his vows were gone, but apparently Severus's had yet to dissipate. Deciding that any argument would by fruitless, Harry settled down and curled into Severus's arms, smiling happily when Severus immediately responded by tightening his arms and kissing his cheek.
"Would you like to watch a movie?" Severus asked.
"I though electricity doesn't work in Hogwarts?" Harry asked, confused, but Severus merely chuckled.
"Would you?" he pressed and Harry shrugged. "Sure." he agreed.
"Do you want to watch Paranormal Activity 3?" Severus asked with a slight smirk.
Harry nodded and settled down more firmly into Severus's embrace as the older wizard used his wand to summon everything and put it in its place. Finally, Severus got the movie started.
"What kind of movie is it?" Harry asked curiously as the credits began rolling.
Severus hid a chuckle and kissed Harry's forehead. "It's a horror movie."
"Severus, you know that I always get jumpy and paranoid after watching scary movies." Harry groaned.
Severus smirked. "Exactly, now I have an excuse to hold you even closer. Just remember, if you get frightened you have my permission to cuddle on my lap."
Harry rolled his eyes. "You already had a reason to hold me Severus." he pointed out.
Severus shrugged. "I know, now hush, it's starting."
Harry curled closer to Severus and suspiciously watched the first thirty minutes of the movie, gradually relaxing when nothing scary happened. Which was why, five minutes later, Harry was completely terrified when something leaped out of the closet.
Harry yelped in fear and buried his head in Severus's neck, curling closer to the man until he could feel his panic subside. "You're horrible." he muttered.
Severus chuckled and kissed Harry's head. "You need a good dose of fear in you. Merlin help you if you even think about doing anything reckless and dangerous this year. I swear Harry, one stunt and I'll tell everyone how cuddly you are."
Harry gaped at Severus incredulously then huffed and kissed Severus's neck. "Scout's honor. But if that information ever gets out, I will get my revenge."
Severus smirked and tightened his arms around Harry's waist, humming with pleasure when his little mate curled closer and rested his head on Severus's chest.
For the next hour Harry went through several stages of fright. There was the paranoid feeling with suspense, the creepy feeling when you see something disturbing, there was scared but still tolerable, then there was absolute terror, which was Harry felt most of the time.
Finally, he couldn't take it any longer. He simply closed his eyes and tried to mold into Severus's embrace, concentrating on the arms around him instead of thoughts on what kind of demonic spirit could be watching them.
Severus tightened his arms around Harry and softly cooed in his mate's ear. He was tempted to bring out his wings for extra reassurance, but then decided that he would save them for a later date. No doubt Harry would try for some form of independence later, and he wanted to be able to calm Harry down quickly, which he wouldn't be able to do if Harry was already used to his wings around him.
"It's alright my love, no one can hurt you. I won't let anybody close." Severus soothed his frightened mate.
"You can't protect me from demons." Harry pointed out with red eyes that suspiciously looked as if Harry had been crying.
Severus eyes darkened and he sat up then pulled Harry into his lap so the boy was straddling him. "I can protect you from anything that dares touch you. I am not an incapable wizard Harry. My fighting skill are ample enough to defend you." Severus said firmly, not allowing any doubt to form in Harry's mind.
Harry looked at Severus with water-rimmed eyes then nodded once and curled into him. "I trust you." he whispered.
Severus unclenched his tense muscles and lightly kissed Harry's cheek. "I'm glad, now tell me what has you so upset?" Severus cooed, quelling his rage in favor of relaxing his mate.
"I don't like scary movies, they made me feel like someone is watching me." Harry admitted with a blush and quiet sniff.
"Oh Harry, I love you my silly little Gryffindor. I would have never even suggested this movie if I knew it would make you cry." Severus said, clearly concerned. He, the man who swore he wouldn't let anyone hurt Harry, had terrified his submissive to the point of tears. "I'm so sorry love, I promise to never scare you again." He swore.
Harry curled up against Severus's chest and kissed his jaw. "It's alright, but if you really did want to make it up you could do something." Harry said innocently.
"And what's that?" Severus asked, a smiled touching his lips.
"I want you to hold me Sev." Harry whispered tiredly. "Please?" He looked up at Severus with bright green eyes.
Severus smiled lovingly and shifted until he was lying on his back with Harry half on top of him and one leg in between his. "I love you my little submissive." Severus murmured roughly as he pulled the blankets up till they covered Harry's relaxed body.
"Love you too." Harry whispered then he closed his eyes and wriggled closer. Severus chuckled and looked down at Harry adoringly, his little mate was perfect. Sweet, cute, cuddly, and stubborn as hell. Severus wouldn't have it any other way.
The rest of the first day, as well as the second passed much in this matter. Harry cuddled with Severus with little or no protest and Severus happily held Harry, only becoming disquieted when he decided Harry wasn't close enough to him.
Harry put up with Severus possessiveness and over-protective behavior with grace, and even though he often wished for some space, he had to admit that Severus holding him made him want to curl up and go to sleep all day.
It wasn't until the third day that anything happened. Severus was lying asleep, his exhaustion having finally taken over, with Harry locked inside his iron grip.
Harry sighed and shifted, making a face when he felt Severus's arms tighten in response to his actions. "Sev, come one, at least let me move a little." Harry groaned.
Severus didn't even stir. Harry groaned once again and looked longingly to the empty glass of water on the bedside table. So far Severus had been summoning all of their food, but Harry had drank the water ages ago and he was dying of thirst.
Not only were they out of water, but both Severus and Harry's wands were all the way across the room, and Harry was currently unable to run and get them.
Harry fruitlessly squirmed against Severus's arms again, finally giving up and sighing. He turned over and buried his face in Severus's shoulder blades, smiling briefly when he breathed in Severus's relaxing scent.
Harry lied there for 15 minutes, until he felt Severus's arms gradually relaxing. Harry raised an eyebrow then calculatingly narrowed his eyes. He shifted the tiniest bit and Severus's arms tightened to pull Harry back to his chest.
So Severus only responded when he tried to move. Harry processed this information then smirked. He had the perfect plan to get lose and go get his wand. He was sure the distance wouldn't bother him too much, it was only 20 feet away after all, and besides, he had the comfort of knowing Severus was still in the same room as him.
With that thought in mind, Harry slyly held a pillow in his hand, ready to replace himself with the object and hope that Severus didn't notice the change in weight and wake up.
He carefully wiggled in Severus's arms then quickly squirmed out of Severus's arms and pushed in the pillow instead. Severus's face creased for a moment, but thankfully he didn't awaken.
Harry sighed in relief and silently dropped from the bed and tiptoed to his wand. He only got halfway before he dropped to the ground as sudden waves of fear ambushed him.
Harry clenched his eyes shut and squirmed into a ball, letting out a small whimper. "Severus," he whimpered, hoping the older man would wake up and hold him in his arms.
Harry let out a shuddering sob and curled together tighter. If he was terrified watching that movie on the first day, then he didn't even know what to call this. He felt more vulnerable than he ever had before, and realizing that that was actually true, Harry let out another whimper and hurriedly snapped his eyes open, analyzing every shadow as if he believed any of them could be hiding someone.
"Severus." Harry swallowed and clenched his fists, drawing blood where his nails cut into his skin.
Severus bolted awake when he smelled his mate's blood. When he realized that his submissive wasn't in bed with him, Severus thoughts immediately turned to danger.
He felt his wings and claws come out as he agilely jumped from bed and scanned the room. "Harry!" he called out urgently when he found Harry curled up on the floor about ten feet away.
He quickly rushed over towards his submissive, taking a protective stance in front of him and quickly assessing for enemies. Once he made sure no one was lurking around he picked Harry up in his arms and carried him back to bed and sat him down on his lap, the Veela inside him purring when Harry cuddled closer to him. He tightly wrapped his black wings around Harry's prone form and cooed into his ear.
"Severus, I-"
"Hush. Please Harry, give me a few minutes until I am fully in control of my instincts. If I don't get control of myself now, the next person who looks at you will end up dead."
Harry instantly obliged to Severus's wished and curled even closer, closing his eyes when Severus's arms tightened against him. Severus smiled slightly, and tiny fangs pocked out of his mouth.
Severus calmed himself into a meditative state and quickly forced his feelings of anger away. Severus did not, however, attempt to control his possessive and protective impulses. Harry was simply going to have to deal with those for awhile.
Besides, his little Harry could use another lesson in trusting his dominant. Why on earth had his mate left his side!
Severus opened his wings barely an inch, just to make sure Harry was still safely curled inside. "You will not even think of leaving my arms again." Severus said flatly.
Harry squirmed relentlessly in Severus's wings, and arms, then eventually gave up. "Please Sev, at least loosen your wings a little so I can hold you back." Harry whined, anxious at being unable to control any part of this.
Severus hesitated for a split second, then solidly shook his head and ruffled his wings. "No, you will stay in my wings, where you will be protected from everything." He resolutely said.
Harry sighed and squirmed closer, nestling his head in the crook of Severus's neck and deeply breathing in. "You smell nice." he mumbled, then bit his lip and blushed when he realized he had said that out loud.
Severus smirked and lightly stroked Harry's stomach. "I smell like a dominant would to his submissive, just as you smell like a submissive would to his dominant." He replied and tightened his arms. "I meant it when I said you wont be leaving my arms again."
Harry sighed and wrapped his arms around Severus's waist. "I figured." he whispered.
"Do you have any idea how worried I was when I found you weren't safely snuggled by my side!" Severus growled. "How worried I still am? I hope you're prepared to deal with the consequences. I will not allow you have even the slightest independence right now Harry, and I suggest you not even try." Severus said firmly.
Harry groaned silently and took a deep breath, instantly regretting his action when Severus's scent lulled Harry into relaxing. "Wha-" Harry groggily questioned. "Sev, why-"
"It's the dominant allure, it's used by us when we have mischievous submissives constantly putting themselves in danger. It calms the submissive down and allows the dominant to take care of them with little or no protest." Severus said dryly.
"Ah, so you can...turn it on and off?" Harry asked curiously.
"I can, but I won't." Severus replied. "As much as you are probably trying to suppress it, you were affected just as badly, and in a worse way." Severus said lightly. "You need to relax and let me take care of you now Harry. I won't accept anything other than complete submission right now. You will allow me to care for you."
Harry closed his eyes and shuddered. Severus was right, he was suppressing the events, but was that really such a bad thing? So what if he didn't want to think about the utter terror and desolation he had felt when he was alone.
Now that Severus had mentioned it, however, Harry felt everything flooding back. He whimpered and breathed in Severus's scent. Even though he couldn't see Severus's face, he knew the dominant was shooting him a concerned glance.
"I'm fine Severus." Harry mumbled. He restlessly squirmed in Severus's arms until, with a heavy sigh, Severus opened his wings slightly so Harry had more room to cuddle with him. He could understand Harry's frustration, after all, while the wings allowed both of them peace Severus was quite taller than Harry, and that made it difficult for Harry to wrap his arms around his neck.
Harry gave him a beaming smile and wrapped his arms around Severus's neck, resting his cheek fondly against Severus's.
Severus smiled and tightened one of his arms around Harry's waist and used the other one to lightly massage Harry's neck. "Don't even think about moving so much as a centimeter away from me. You're lucky I haven't turned on my full Veela allure then cuddled you in my wings." Severus said grumpily, trying to hide then affectionate smile ready to burst out.
Severus was tempted to act upon his threat just to see how adorable Harry would look. After all, his mate was lucky he hadn't done that immediately after setting him down. Once he turned the allure on, Harry would fall into a state of complete relaxation and content.
Regardless of that, Harry looked perfectly content where he was, and Severus couldn't help but smile lovingly when he looked at Harry expression. His submissive had his eyes peacefully closed and a small smile forming on his lips as he laid his head on Severus's shoulder and tightened his arms around Severus's neck in a clear submissive position.
Severus shook his head amusedly and softly kissed the mop of inky hair. Clearly the little brat was tricking him into a false security looking all adorable and submissive like that. Then, once Severus relaxed off his vigil, Harry would go and do another little stunt.
"I love you Sev." Harry mumbled sleepily.
Severus raised an eyebrow. "Even as I suffocate you with my possessive and protective actions, force you to cuddle with me, and threaten you with embarrassing things should you even think of being less than submissive?"
"Mmhhmm." Harry mumbled tiredly.
Severus shook his head with a smile and gently kissed Harry on the lips. "And I love you Harry, more than anything. Which is why I insist that you let me prove my dominance to you."
Harry roused himself when he heard that. "How?" he swallowed nervously but Severus merely gave him a calming smile.
"Relax my love, I just want to ask you a few questions, and I wish for you to take this while answering them." Severus said softly, holding up a small vile of potion.
Harry tensed and looked up at Severus with a pleading expression but the older man shook his head. "Please love, I promise that the potion is perfectly safe. It's a mild truth-telling potion. It makes the taker compelled to tell the truth for exactly fifteen minutes."
Harry bit his lip then looked at Severus. "If I take this, and answer all of your questions, will it help calm you down?"
Severus chuckled loudly at that. "Harry, I currently am calm right now. I took a calming drought earlier so that it would be easier for me to withdraw my more defensive Veela attributes, such as my claws and fangs." Severus explained while pointing to an empty vial on the bedside table.
Harry gaped wordlessly at Severus. So the man's warnings, as well as his extremely protective embrace, were that potent while still under the affects of a calming drought…
Harry would be so screwed when it wore off later.
Severus saw Harry's expression and smirked evilly at his mate. "You thought that that would be the extent of my possessiveness, did you? Don't you remember reading that, in the case of an independent submissive, a dominant will become increasingly possessive. Harry, once this calming drought wears off, I am unlikely to even allow you to move much."
Harry made a face but Severus continued. "I will require your full trust Harry, which means no protesting, no doubt, and no fear. I won't hurt you Harry, not now and now ever, but I need you to realize that as well. During this time period, you must submit to me in every way possible. Which is why I want you to take this potion, so we can talk about all your insecurities and doubts before it begins."
Harry nodded and curled closer. "But I am submissive Sev, I just don't like it when I'm treated like I'm going to break at the slightest touch."
Severus nodded and kissed Harry's forehead. "I know sweetheart. And one last thing. Harry, there may be an occasion where I will growl at you, but please listen to me when I say that it is not because I am angry. I will growl at you if I feel that you are trying to be too independent. It is a warning, shall we say, to stop trying to take on the role of dominant or else I will forcefully remind you that you are the submissive."
"And when you say forcefully…?" Harry questioned with a raised eyebrow.
Severus frowned sharply. "No Harry, that does not mean I will hurt you." Severus said, feeling vaguely sick to the stomach. "If I ever raise a hand to you, I will never be able to forgive myself."
Harry cleared his throat in protest but Severus continued. "A dominant hurting their submissive is considered one of the most deplorable acts there is. It results in either death or the dementor's kiss, depending on the submissive and his or her families choice."
Harry nodded then smiled at Severus. "I trust that you won't hurt me Severus, I was just wondering what you meant by forcefully."
Severus relaxed when he realized that Harry wasn't questioning if he would hurt him, but rather inquiring as to what it meant. "When I say forcefully, I mean that I will physically remind you that you are submissive. It depends on each dominant. However, if I feel you are getting too independent, I will mark you wherever I feel people will see it, then I will make you say things that will irritate you." Severus smirked at that.
Harry raised an eyebrow. "And what exactly does that mean?"
Severus chuckled. "I means that I will make you admit things, such as the fact that you are submissive, that you like me holding you. You get the point."
Harry blushed. "Oh." he squeaked. "And what do you consider an act of independence?"
Severus was quiet for a few seconds while he thought of everything that had the remote possibility of offending his dominance. "There isn't a lot that I will see as direct refusal of your position, however, I suggest that you allow me to cuddle with you without argument. If you protest I will believe that you don't want to be held. Another one is allowing me to help you, even if it seems ridiculous."
Harry groaned at that one. He hated it when Severus insisted he had to do even the most simple of things!
"You must allow me to summon food and drink, reassure you if you ever become distressed, and you absolutely must accept me being protective, it isn't something that is going to go away anytime soon. I will become defensive at even the smallest sound, and I will try to shield you as I see fit, which, nine out of ten times, will be in my wings." Severus explained.
"Sounds fantastic." Harry said dryly. Severus smirked and gently stroked Harry's stomach.
"Don't worry about it love. During this time you will most likely feel yourself being dictated by your feelings and impulses anyways. Your thoughts will be controlled by your submissive side, and despite what you may think now, you will have the urge for me to hold you just as I have the urge to cuddle you. You will want to submit to me, and it's best just to go along with instincts. If you have any worries then we can talk them out then. I will listen to you with my full attention Harry, always."
Harry blushed and nodded. At least Severus had warned him ahead of time what not to do. He would hate to have to explain to Sirius and Remus why he had bite marks all over him.
"Oh, and also, please put up with my affections." Severus said, amused at a thought of his. "I will be very affectionate during this time, and it would please me to no end were you to try and return it. I know that you're a cuddly little bugger, so please try and act like it."
Harry grinned happily at that, "Perfect, now I can cuddle all I want and you can't threaten to tell anyone as leverage or else I'll tell everyone that you're just as cuddly!"
Severus chuckled and gave Harry a chaste kiss on the cheek. "You know that I would never tell anyone how much you love to snuggle. After all, you're already on all the dominant's lists, how about we don't add another endearing factor of yours."
Harry hummed in agreement and lightly kissed Severus's jaw.
"Now, I believe it is my turn to ask the questions." Severus cleared his throat and rearranged his mate so Harry was straddling him. He handed Harry the tiny vial, and with a small grimace, Harry quickly gulped it down.
Severus mindlessly stroked Harry's stomach while they waited for the potion to take effect, grinning when he heard Harry's quiet purrs.
"Alright, the potion should be in your system now." Severus commented. "Harry, do you think that there is a chance I could ever hurt you?" Severus asked softly.
"No." Harry immediately answered.
"Good, do you really trust me more than anyone else?" Severus asked, wanting to get Harry to relax a bit more before he asked the hard questions.
"Of course." Harry answered just as quick as the first one.
Severus smiled happily at Harry's quick responses then he face quickly turned grave. "Harry, do you think me to be a good dominant? Why?"
Harry cocked his head to the side then buried his head in Severus's chest. "I think you're the best dominant; you're nice, and warm, and you can protect me…" Harry said, wrinkling his nose and blushing when he realized what he had just said. "I hate this potion." he mumbled.
Severus chuckled at Harry's response and smiled lovingly at him. "I'm glad you find me an apt mate. Now, I only have on last question for you, however, it is quite involved."
Harry raised an eyebrow at him then rested his head on Severus chest. "Alright…"
"Harry, why did you leave my arms? And when you answer that, please tell me why you didn't wake me up, unless you were planning on leaving." Severus growled, obviously frustrated.
Harry bit his lip and was silent for a few minutes while he tried to figure out his answer. "I didn't leave because I wanted to Sev, I left because I wanted to get my wand. And I did try to wake you up, but you were completely exhausted and didn't notice." Harry peaked a look up at Severus's face and saw that his mate looked calmer.
Harry sighed but he knew what he would have to do to get Severus to calm down all the way. "Severus, I love you. And the absolute last thing I wanted to do was leave your arms. Sev, I-I felt...safe when you held me. And Severus, I…" Harry sighed then closed his eyes. "I wanted you to find me because - because Iwantedmydominanttoholdme." He rushed out.
Severus listen to Harry's words intently, stiffening slightly when Harry got to the last part. His mate had finally admitted that Severus was his dominant without any prompting. Severus instantly relaxed and pulled Harry closer, rumbling in pleasure at Harry's words.
Harry's body slumped when he heard the noise Severus made, something between a growl and a purr. His eyes instinctively closed and he nestled himself against Severus's chest, humming in happiness when Severus helped him by tightening his arms around Harry's waist and enclosing them in his wings.
"And I wanted very much to hold my submissive." Severus cooed softly. "How about we make a deal. My calming drought is going to wear off very soon, and although you admitting that I'm your dominant helped, it will not fully abate my possession and protectiveness. If you promise me that you will allow me to mark you with no protest as soon as the potion stops, then I will promise to try and relax. I can't guarantee it will work, but as long as you continue to act submissive I will likely calm down."
Harry chewed his bottom lip silently, then eventually nodded. "Alright." he agreed then relaxed against Severus. "So when will the potion wear off?"
Severus smirked and kissed Harry's cheek. "In about one minute."
Harry knew exactly when the calming drought stopped taking effect because the first thing Severus did was flip them around and pin Harry to the bed.
Harry whined slightly and shifted but a soft growl immediately stopped him. "Let me mark you Harry, without trouble please." Severus stressed.
Harry immediately went limp and relaxed, allowing Severus to nuzzle his cheek with his nose. Harry's lips twitched slightly and he wrapped his arms around Severus's neck and spread his legs so Severus could easily kneel between them.
Severus nodded in satisfaction and nuzzled Harry's cheek more insistently, wanting Harry to look at him.
Keying into his thoughts, Harry obediently opened his eyes and smiled tiredly at Severus. "Hurry, I want you to hold me." Harry whined and wriggled again but Severus merely chuckled and lovingly kissed Harry's cheek.
He slowly trailed kisses down Harry's jaw until he got to a small pulse in Harry's neck. Severus smirked evilly then lightly bit down on the pulse, sucking lightly before drawing back to look at Harry. "Open your eyes, sweetheart." Severus whispered adoringly as he placed a loving kiss on Harry's lips.
Harry eyes fluttered open and he mewled softly when Severus continued suckling on Harry's bite mark until it turned dark purple. Severus continued to nibble and suck Harry's skin until he was satisfied with Harry's well marked neck, as well as his submissive's relaxation.
He rolled over and half-sat against a grouping of pillows, quickly settling Harry half on his lap and half lying down. "I love you." Severus murmured as he nuzzled Harry's jaw.
"Love you too." Harry whispered as he closed his eyes and curled closer to Severus's warm body.
"Harry, I-"
Harry frowned and groaned in protest then nestled his head in Severus's chest. "'m tired Sev." Harry whined and Severus chuckled then pulled Harry down so his head was resting on his lap.
He pulled the thick cover over Harry then bent down to kiss his forehead. "Goodnight sweetheart." He murmured lovingly.
When Harry next awoke he was surrounded by a soothing darkness. "Severus?" He asked groggily and was immediately rewarded with a slight shaking of the inky darkness that surrounded him.
Harry scrunched his eyebrows and yawned widely, then shifted in the welcoming arms that held him.
He could hear light chuckling from above him but Harry could rouse himself to do anything more than shift. The arms immediately tightened and the blackness brushed against his skin. Wings. "Did you have a nice nap, love?" Severus cooed.
Harry wriggled more insistently but all he got in return was a low growl, warning him to stop. Harry groaned then relaxed against the warm body. "Severus, I wanna hold you too." Harry argued softly.
"And I want my little submissive safe in my arms, where I can be sure no one will hurt him." Severus replied firmly. "You're staying Harry."
Harry sighed at Severus's response then tried to rearrange himself into a more comfortable position, growling sharply when the arms tightened to restrain him.
"Severus!"
Severus growled back at his submissive and ruffled his wings to show his agitation. "Stop protesting, you will stay as you are until I am sure you are safe." Severus said sharply.
Harry bit his lip to stop any more arguments from coming out of his mouth; he knew they wouldn't change Severus's mind. Instead he decided to fight his own way. "Please Sev?" Harry whispered softly. "I promise that I won't leave, I just want to be able to hold you and see you." Harry whimpered.
Severus hesitated when he heard Harry's pleas. Should he? Deciding that he would give Harry a chance, Severus slowly folded back his wings.
As soon as he felt the blackness parting, Harry practically threw himself out of Severus's lap and clung onto the man tightly, burying his face in Severus's neck and breathing in the relaxing scent.
Severus quickly caught Harry and crushed his mate to his chest, smiling slightly at Harry's submissive actions. He wasn't sure if the little minx was up to something, or if he was genuinely in a compliant mood.
"Sev, when can I meet your parents?" Harry slurred out tiredly.
Severus laughed loudly and pulled Harry closer. "If you would like, we can meet them right after our bond is completed." He cooed lovingly.
Harry hummed and cuddled closer. "I'd like that."
Severus smirked and kissed Harry lightly on his temple. "As would they. Now that we're both awake, would you like to watch another movie?" Severus questioned.
Harry narrowed his eyes suspiciously. "It isn't another scary one, is it?" he asked, subconsciously cuddling closer.
"Not if-"
A loud bang interrupted Severus, shocking Harry and immediately angering Severus. He snarled loudly and immediately wrapped his wings around Harry tightly, glaring furiously around the room for the threat.
Not seeing anything, Severus took out his wand and checked all of his wards, relaxing minimally when he realized no one had come into his quarters. The sound must have come from one of the neighboring rooms. What one earth had those two mutts done now, and in his dungeons!
Harry took Severus's sigh as a sign that he could move around. "Severus, what was that?" He whispered softly.
Severus growled at Harry, wishing for his submissive to settle down so he could figure out how much those idiot did to his quarters.
"Severus, if there was anything dangerous you wouldn't have relaxed, so why do you insist of suffocating me?" Harry grumbled as he shifted restlessly inside his tiny cave.
Severus growled once again but his submissive refused to heed his warning. "Harry, if you don't settle down I swear to Merlin I will turn on my full allure and not let you out of my arms for a week." He threatened.
Harry narrowed his eyes and slumped against Severus's chest, abashed when he felt his eyes fill with tears.
Severus sensed Harry's disruptive emotions and was quick to pull back his wings so he could properly hold Harry in his arms. "Shh, I'm not angry at you love, I just need you to lay back and let me take control now, okay?" He cooed softly.
Hearing no response from Harry, Severus continued on. "I love you sweetheart, but right now I need you to fully submit to me. Relax, let me hold you and cuddle with you. Don't protest so much, and eventually I will loosen up." Severus whispered.
Harry sniffed and curled closer to Severus. "And what if I don't want to submit to you," he grumbled.
Severus froze and his eyes narrowed. "You will submit to me. Harry, why are you such a stubborn little submissive?" he shook his head silently then pressed a kiss to Harry's forehead.
"What are you going to do if I don't submit? You promised that you would never hurt me, but what else could you do to break me?" Harry growled defensively, new tears filling his eyes.
Severus was about to reply but then Harry broke into sobs and buried his face into Severus's neck, squirming as close as he possibly could to his dominant.
Severus's arms immediately tightened around Harry's waist then he brought one up to gently stroke Harry's back. "My silly little submissive." He murmured lovingly. "It's alright, let it all out."
Harry continued to sob in Severus's arms for what felt like hours. Eventually, he was too exhausted to continue. "I'm sorry." Harry sighed, "Bloody disruptive emotions, which are your fault by the way."
Severus hummed and affectionately nuzzled Harry's cheek with his nose. "Don't be sorry love, you did nothing wrong. As far as your question earlier, Harry I will never try to break you." Severus looked faintly sickened at that and he protectively tightened his grip.
"You are my submissive, my little Harry, and the pure thought of ever using my position to hurt you makes my feel sick. Submissives are to be protected at all costs, not harmed, especially by their dominants." Severus said firmly.
Harry blushed and nodded. "Sev, what was that noise?" he asked after a moment of silence.
"Nothing dangerous, although I still haven't figured out what caused it, although I have a pretty good idea." Severus grumbled. "Anyways, it is nothing that concerns you. If I find out what it is, I will inform you. For now, however, I want you to stay quiet while I try to control my instincts, before I pin you to the bed and mark you to my heart's content for acting so independent before."
Harry made a face at Severus's words but knew that he shouldn't push Severus any further. He was actually surprised that Severus hadn't tried to exert his dominance yet. Apparently he was learning better self-control. Either that or he had drank another calming drought.
Severus smiled at Harry's compliance then softly kissed Harry's lips, pulling away a second later to stare at Harry fondly.
"You know, I'm not listening to you because you have any power over me. I'm listening because I would rather not be pinned under you until I can fully enjoy it." Harry pointed out with a pout.
Severus chuckled. "Oh, and why can't you fully enjoy it now?" He asked silkily.
Harry blushed. "I can't exactly enjoy something like that while I still have…" Harry sighed, knowing this would only make Severus worse. But hey, it wasn't like he could hide it from his mate. "I can't enjoy it when I still feel afraid. It makes me jumpy and paranoid when I can't defend myself. Which, by the way, is your fault for making me watch that horror movie."
Severus froze at Harry's words then growled lowly and tugged Harry firmly against his chest. "Why didn't you tell me you were afraid?" He stressed. Harry's fear would explain why his little submissive had gone from acting like his usual cuddly self to struggling for independence.
Harry sighed and curled up against Severus. "Because it's getting better now, and it's not like I'm terrified or anything, I just feel uneasy."
Severus hummed lowly and tugged Harry against his chest. He pulled out his wand and quickly summoned a book that Harry had seen Severus reading occasionally.
Harry felt Severus grasp him by the waist and then gently lift him up and Severus spread his legs so Harry could comfortably sit between them and lean against Severus's chest. Harry purred in content and relaxed against the dominant male, snuggling into Severus's chest more firmly when the older man wrapped a possessive arm around his waist.
Severus flipped through the book until he found the page he was searching for. Across the top of the page, bold letters proclaimed: What to do if Your Submissive if Afraid.
He wrapped his arm more securely around Harry's waist then quietly read the book, smiling briefly when he heard Harry start to purr. Finally he finished the chapter, relieved when he realized there was an easy solution to curing Harry's fear.
"Harry, sweetheart, would you like to do something that may help you relax near me?" He cooed lightly.
Harry opened his eyes then turned around and cocked his head at Severus. "Sure," he shrugged.
Severus gently removed his hands from Harry's waist. "I want you to close your eyes, alright love?" he murmured. Harry obediently did as Severus said, and a few seconds later Harry felt Severus gradually enclose him in his wings. Right before Harry was surrounded completely, a quiet mewl escaped from his mouth and he struggled slightly.
Severus soothingly rubbed Harry's stomach and cooed in his ear until Harry was calm again. "I'm just going to stay at this point, then when you feel comfortable, tell me." he instructed softly.
Harry nodded quickly and clenched his fists, trying not to wriggle too much. Gradually he felt all his fear drain away when he realized that nothing was going to happen to him. "I'm alright." He said confidently.
Severus smiled and lightly grasped Harry's waist as he closed his wings completely, enclosing Harry in darkness. As he had expected, Harry struggled at first, but Severus quickly calmed him down by rubbing his stomach, something he knew to relax his submissive.
Harry sat tensely in Severus wings for ten minutes until he felt that all his fear had left him. He hummed happily to signify that he was comfortable, then he snuggled in deeper into Severus's hold and sleepily closed his eyes.
He mewled unhappily when Severus parted his wings, shielding away from the sudden light and trying to block it out in Severus's chest. "Come on Love, I have one more thing to do." Severus chuckled.
Harry made a face but allowed Severus to lie him down on bed then position himself over his prone body. Harry lethargically looked up then securely wrapped his arms around Severus's neck, bringing the man closer to him.
"Severus." he groaned impatiently and Severus chuckled then lowered himself to Harry could feel the pressure of his body.
Harry hummed in content and tightened his arms, causing Severus to lose balance slightly and press Harry harder into the bed. "I suggest you give me a little warning before you do that so I don't fall and crush you." Severus said dryly.
Harry made a noise in the back of his throat and hooked his feet behind Severus's thighs, making the man come even closer.
Severus rumbled in satisfaction when he felt Harry wrap his legs around him in a submissive position. He leaned down and lightly nuzzled Harry's cheek with his nose then lightly nipped the side of Harry's mouth.
Harry moaned quietly and happily obliged to Severus's wished, slumping down and completely relaxing his body when he felt Severus gently cradling his tongue in his own.
"Sev." he mewled and in response the dominant wizard separated from Harry's mouth and looked down adoringly at his flushed mate. "I'll take it that my weight no longer frightens you." He murmured roughly.
Harry shook his head and smiled up at his mate. "Decidedly not." he mumbled as he tightened his arms.
Severus flexed his muscles to stop himself from placing all his weight on Harry but his little mate merely grumbled and insistently tugged.
Severus chuckled and slowly lowered himself until he was barely supporting his weight, then he quickly rolled over so he was on his back and Harry was lying on his chest with one leg in between Severus's.
Severus scooted back until his head was resting on the pillow then kissed Harry's forehead briefly then snuggled Harry closer and covered them both with the blankets.
Harry sighed happily and closed his eyes, quickly falling asleep in his dominants arms.
Harry slept soundly for five hours, only waking up when bright light shone down from the windows into his face. Harry mumbled in protest and rolled off Severus's chest so he could curl up beside him instead.
"And where do you think you're going?" Severus demanded firmly as he quickly captured Harry's waist in an unbreakable grip and pulled the boy closer.
Harry looked up and smiled lazily at Severus. "When did you wake up?" He questioned.
"About an hour ago, I was enjoying watching you sleep." Severus smirked and lightly trailed his fingers down to Harry's thighs and stroked the sensitive skin.
Harry purred and nuzzled his head in Severus's neck. "How long until we can leave?" He asked after a few seconds of silence.
Severus frowned at Harry's question and growled lowly. "You belong to me Harry."
Harry creased his eyebrows and stared confused at Severus. "Where did that come from?" he asked, having no idea what he just did to make Severus act possessive.
"You are mine Harry, and I will not allow you to doubt that." Severus said firmly.
Deciding that Severus wasn't joking and it would be best not to get the man's ire up, Harry wrapped his arms around Severus's neck and laid against his mate. "I know."
Severus nodded and lightly stroked Harry's back. "Good, don't ever forget that," he whispered.
"I won't. Now seriously, how much longer until we can leave?" Harry prodded, snuggling deeper into Severus's side.
"About 3 more hours love. And why, may I ask, are you so anxious to leave my arms?" He questioned dryly.
"I love you Sev, but I haven't been able to have any freedom for seven days, and honestly, I'm getting a bit tired of it." Harry replied.
Severus had to laugh at that. "Oh Harry, that's not likely to get much better even after the bond is complete. I will allow you out of my arms but not much else."
Harry gaped at Severus. "Wait, why?" he quickly asked.
"Now that the second bond is complete, you are even more vulnerable and susceptible to attacks. Until we complete the final bond, I will remain very defensive." Severus explained softly, his lips twitching when he saw Harry's indignant face.
"So what does you being 'defensive' entail?" Harry frowned sharply.
Severus chuckled and adoringly kissed Harry on the corner of his mouth. "Don't worry so much love. I won't let you out of sight for more than an hour, and I won't let you be alone with anyone other than myself and your guardians. You will have to be in my arms for at least three hours everyday, which won't be a problem now that we sleep in the same bed."
Harry made a face then sighed. "You won't be like how you were after I tried to get my wand, will you?" he asked worriedly.
Severus kissed Harry's forehead. "On a much smaller scale. I will allow you to have some independence Harry, and although I may try to exert my dominance if I feel you are acting too distant, I will not be as stringent as I am now."
Harry sighed. "Well at least there's that." he said wryly. "I'm not going to like these coming weeks very much, am I?"
Severus smirked. "Probably not, but take comfort from the fact that it will be very frustrating for me trying to claim my dominance over you while warning off others. Besides, I have a feeling that you're going to drive me up the wall with your little independence adventures." He drawled.
Harry grinned sheepishly and buried into Severus's side. "Sorry in advance."
Severus snorted and ruffled Harry's hair. "An apology only counts if you're actually sorry for your actions. I have a strong feeling that you won't be the least sheepish at your escapades."
Harry shrugged innocently then beamed at Severus. "Please cuddle with me?" He pouted adoringly.
Severus snorted and sat up then pulled Harry into his lap. "Little bugger." he said affectionately as he solidly wrapped his wings around them. Merlin help him if his mate ever found out how much his submissive pleas got to him. He was wound around Harry's little finger, and gladly so.
An hour later Harry was still comfortably snuggled in Severus's wings, completely silent except for his quiet purrs. Severus had never been so suspicious before. "Just what are you up to, hmm?" Severus asked warily, pulling back his wings so he could look at Harry properly.
"Nothing!" Harry defended. "Honestly, I can't keep up with you. First you get mad when I protest you holding me, and when I'm finally comfy, you think that I'm planning something."
Severus raised an elegant eyebrow. "You've never been so complaint before." he pointed out.
"Fine then." Harry said simply. "Let me go."
Severus scowled and pulled Harry tighter against himself. "No, you're staying here."
Harry smirked and looked up at Severus's innocently. "See, indecisive."
Severus shook his head with a half-amused, half-annoyed expression. "Alright, enough. Go curl up like a good submissive and let me hold you." He finally chuckled.
Harry stuck his tongue out at Severus but peacefully closed his eyes, knowing that Severus was only teasing him.
The three hours passed quickly, and soon enough, Harry was perched on Severus's lap and staring doubtfully at the floor. Memories of the last time he had gotten up from the bed flashed through his mind and he balked at the idea of leaving Severus's arms.
"Shh, I promise that it will be okay." Severus soothed. "If you really don't want to then we can stay in bed longer." He whispered lovingly.
Harry hesitated then quickly slid off Severus's lap and stood tersely, waiting for the feeling of fear to resurface. If was a full two minutes until Harry finally relaxed and padded across the room to get his wand, shooting Severus a soft smile.
Severus returned the smile, relieved that Harry was perfectly fine. He stood from the bed and quickly stalked to where Harry was.
"Severus, really?" Harry asked exasperatedly, turning around to see Severus standing regally behind him and following his every movements with his eyes.
"Yes." Severus simply said. Harry sighed then turned around and wrapped his arms around Severus's neck. "Would you like to go inform Dumbledore that everything is fine?"
Severus hummed in agreement and took Harry's hand, pulling him to the door and leading him to Dumbledore's office. When they opened the doors, the sight of Dumbledore, Sirius, and Remus greeted them.
"Harry!" Sirius jumped out of his seat and pulled Harry into a hug. "Are you alright, did everything go okay?" he asked urgently.
Severus growled and narrowed his eyes at Sirius before pulling Harry back in his arms and wrapping a possessive arm around Harry's waist.
Sirius frowned and was about to protest but Dumbledore cut him off with a raised hand. "That would not be the best thing to do right now." He said with twinkling eyes.
Remus smiled kindly at Harry then pulled Sirius back to his seat.
"Shall I take it that everything was fine, and you two have completed the second bond?" Dumbledore beamed happily.
"It went exactly as I expected it, and better than I hoped." Severus answered with a wry smile. Harry smiled sheepishly and turned to kiss Severus on the jaw. "Sorry."
Remus groaned and shook his head. "Really Harry, you knew how it would turn out," he said, correctly guessing what Harry was alluding to.
Harry blushed. "It wasn't really my fault." he pouted. Severus chuckled and tightened his arms then looked up to address the room. "It was a small misunderstanding that was quickly resolved. We simply came here to assure you that everything worked out fine."
Dumbledore nodded then looked at Severus meaningfully. "Now that that is taken care of, I believe you will want to know who the new Defense professor is?"
Severus's eyes darken and he soothingly rubbed his tense mate's stomach. "Yes." He said shortly.
"I believe his name is Henry Greene, and he has a spotless record." Dumbledore told Severus reassuringly. "He was recommended by a good friend of mine, Severus, there is nothing to worry about."
Severus nodded once then turned to the door. "Well, Harry and I have several things to do, so I bid you a good day." He drawled out then tugged Harry to the door.
As soon as they were walking back to their quarters and completely out of hearing distance, Severus turned to smile at Harry. "Would you like to meet my parents? I am sure they would delight in us visiting for dinner."
Harry nodded with a beaming smile then grasped Severus's hand. Severus chuckled and led Harry back to their rooms where he handed Harry a hairbrush with a pointed look. Harry made a face at him but took it and attempted to wrestle with his hair.
Severus smirked and made his way to their bedroom, leaving Harry to tame his hair. He stepped out of his robes and quickly stripped himself, picking another set of cloths from the dresser. He was just about to settle on a navy shirt when he heard a squeak from the doorway.
Severus quickly turned around and nearly burst out laughing when he caught sight of Harry's red face. "See something you like?"
Harry gaped and allowed his eyes to travel down Severus's body. "I..uh...just wanted to come in for some cloths." he rushed out.
Severus smirked and motioned towards the dresser he was standing in front of. "I won't bite love. If you don't feel comfortable getting dressed together, then I can go into the bathroom." he said calmly.
Harry hesitated for a few seconds then he padded to the dressed and pulled out an outfit. Severus carefully watched Harry, wondering what his little mate would do. He wasn't sure if this was too big a leap in their relationship, or if Harry was just being shy.
His latter theory was proved a few seconds later when Harry tugged off his shirt and replaced it with a soft green one. "Sev, I know what your thinking, but it's not that I'm not ready. I trust you not to...jump me or something." Harry blushed, and to prove his words weren't false, he tugged off his pants and stood there as Severus gazed at him.
"I am gratified to hear that." Severus rumbled as his eyes slowly trailed down Harry's body. Finally, they made their way back up to Harry's face and he slowly brought his face closer and lightly kissed Harry. "There." he said satisfied. "Harry, as much as I am happy you trust me, I don't want to push you too far. I don't think you're entirely ready to sleep naked in the same bed together."
Harry blushed but he knew Severus was at least partially right. It wasn't that he wouldn't be comfortable, because he definitely would, it was because he would be easily distracted, and most likely wouldn't get too much sleep. At least not the first couple of nights. "Alright Sev."
Severus nodded once then handed Harry a pair of dress pants with a smirk. "As beautiful as I think you look right now, you may want to get dressed sweetheart."
Harry, who suddenly got shy again, quickly took the pants and slid them up then tucked his shirt in. He smiled at Severus to show he was ready and the elder wizard took his hand and walked over to the fireplace. "Keep a firm grip on my hand Harry, else we'll be separated." Severus warned as he threw the floo powder into the fire and shouted out their destination.
AN: So i'll fully admit it. This chapter was a little rocky. I originally wrote this story for my own pleasure and only recently decided to post it, and this was a chapter that was mainly my own little cuddle fantasy. On a bright note, we finally get to meet Sev's parents! I know most people portray either one as abusive, but that just didn't fit my story line very well. I forgot, does it actually say anything about his parents in the books? Haven't read the sixth one in ages. Anyways, thanks for struggling through this chapter with me, and i hope you enjoy the next chapter.
