Chapter Fourteen
Wednesday was proving to be a busy day for Ginny, it was almost time to hire another person to help her with all the paperwork. The business was turning a nice profit now and they had a sizeable amount of staff. Before opening they'd had there quarterly shop meeting where all the staff gathered. As Ginny was often the most responsible and reliable staff member she always got the tedious job of taking down the minutes. She was in the process of putting together a new policy when she heard a knock at the door before it opened seemingly of its own accord.
A second later Severus materialised holding a picnic basket in one arm. Her thoughtful man had brought her a packed lunch to share. He was doing consulting work at a nearby lab and had been allocated two assistants so he had decided today was a great day for a long lunch he explained. Ginny was actually quite hungry as she'd forgone a decent breakfast to make it to the office in time for the meeting. Feasting on delicious ham and salad sandwiches and a light fruit salad Ginny knew she would be reenergised for the afternoon. An owl soon interrupted her meal break, followed by two more. The store was in negotiations to lease more space so they could increase storage capabilities and produce more products on site. Negotiations were time consuming and she apologised to Severus but time was of the essence as they and a deadline fast approaching.
Severus was in a patient mood and whilst she was busy replying he moved around the room, checking on her status of some upcoming product designs. He too relished the excitement of inventing or improving a potion and she had come to find his expertise invaluable. George had commented to her just yesterday how impressed he was with her formulas and asked if she had started taking a owl correspondence course. Ginny had laughed off his questions, it was the perfect time to let him know about Severus but an employee had barged in and distracted them both. Having confided in her best friend just the other day, Charlotte had advised her to wait until she had his full attention and they had made plans for dinner on Thursday night. Charlotte was ever so excited for her, she had yet to meet the man so had no preconceived notions about him. Ginny had explained the situation to her, that her brothers would have a hard time understanding why she had chosen Severus. Most of them had learned under him at Hogwarts or had dealings with him at Order meetings and would think of him in a negative light. Always pragmatic Charlotte had reminded her that people can change and time has a way of lessening old insults, besides if he was capable of making her this happy they would surely be open to giving him a chance as a suitor for their beloved sister. This had cheered Ginny up somewhat, however she was still dreading the upcoming conversation.
Finishing her scroll, Ginny sealed the parchment and was pleased it would be at least a couple of hours for a reply so she could now concentrate on Severus.
'All right back to lunch, I am sure we won't be interrupted again'
'Thats ok, as I said I have a good half hour before I need to return, so how should we spend it?' and with a simple raised eyebrow Ginny felt her body responding. It was so risqué to be flirting in her office but how could she resist him. Five minutes later she was perched on the edge of the desk deep in a passionate embrace with Severus. His hands were doing delicious things to her chest and nipping along his jawline she giggled as he tickled along her ribs.
At the same time George had also received an owl concerning the shops expansion and wanted Ginny to read over the fine details, as she was so much better at these things. Summoning one of the floor staff he asked her to drop it into her office for her perusal. When he spotted her on the shop some minutes later he quizzed her about how long it would take for Ginny to peruse the information. The girl look puzzled and for the life of her could not remember leaving the floor but somehow had the said parchment in her hands. Fearing she was sick, George sent her to the tea room for a short break to recharge, he tried to head up the stairs himself but was called into chat with another staff member who was dealing with a difficult customer. Sending the employee to finish the first job George slowly sorted out the complaint. Some ten minutes later breaking away from the floor, he ran into the second employee also seeming befuddled about his last few minutes, again in their hands was the parchment.
Feeling somewhat concerned now George knew he had to investigate. Why could no one reach Ginny? Was she in some form of trouble. Heading up the stairs to her office he was just one short floor away when he remembered he had an important job to do anywhere but here. Trying to shake off the feeling, George decided time for some detection charms. The late Fred and himself although not appearing it were rather intellectual and highly skilled wizards. Getting to work on the Ginny's door he struggled to even remove one ward.
Meanwhile back in her office Ginny and Severus were getting very hot and heavy, she now found herself leaning facedown over the desk which he had kindly softened under her hips with a cushioning charm. With her skirt hiked up and knickers removed, and legs wide open she felt exposed and it was a rather delicious naughty feeling. Severus so adept with her fingers was making sure she was more than ready, and she was eager to feel him thrust into her. Just as he sunk deep into her warmth they heard a small alarm sound.
'Sorry my dear best be a quick session as someone is eager to get in this door' and with every word he pounded away into her, the thrill of getting caught adding to the suspense. Ginny climaxed quickly with Severus grunting one last time before also finishing. Helping her right herself he gave her a quick kiss before fixing his pants and ever the gentleman using a cleansing charm on them both, seconds later he was gone removing the wards on the way.
Hastily smoothing down her skirt and righting her slightly mused hair Ginny could now hear loud knocking. Opening the door she found George red-faced sitting down on the floor. Realising she to was flushed and to her amusement naked under her skirt, Severus had left taking her knickers. 'So sorry George I was so busy I had on a couple of do not disturb wards but I had just removed it' trying to lie on the spot was not one of her strong suits.
'Gosh Ginny those was some strong wards, more than I have seen before. Very complex really' George tapered off, he was feeling mentally drained now from more than 10 minutes of heavy wand work.
'Tell you what George how about I come around tonight instead of tomorrow and we talk about it? You know we will only get interrupted in two minutes here' and as if on queue the poor two staffers who were befuddled earlier came to apologise to George. He nodded his agreement and they made a plan to leave work together so they could have a proper chat, he was very eager to hear her explanation and make sure she was not in any trouble.
Ginny was nervous the rest of the working day but managed to keep putting in some effort. Realising she couldn't leave and visit her brothers house without any knickers on she spent a good few minutes transfiguring a pair from a handkerchief, it was actually an embroidered one of Severus's so it was rather fitting to use. At precisely five o'clock she met with her bother by the entrance and together they did a final lock up before heading to his house.
Charlotte was not home when they arrived however George expected her soon. Sitting down in the living room Ginny desperately wanted a nip of fire whiskey to give her some liquid courage. Deciding a quick introduction would be best, Ginny informed her brother that she was indeed involved with someone new. It was similar to telling her father but this time she was increasingly nervous.
'George you are right I am involved with someone, I would like you to keep an open mind though please as it may sound bizarre at first' pausing George buttered in before she could finish. 'As long as its not a Slytherin or some horrid dark wizard like Malfoy we'll all be excited for you Gin, never wanted you to be alone'
Trying not to wince Ginny took her time to word her reply 'Actually George please don't interrupt until the end, it is a Slytherin, and whilst you know him it was a long time ago and things are different now. It's Severus Snape … from ah potions' She highly doubted he had forgotten but his silence worried her.
'We met after he did some consulting work for my hair potion, Hermione recommended him you see and well I thought it couldn't hurt to use his expertise. We found out we had a lot in common and a friendship soon started and it recently turned romantic. There is so much chemistry there, I … ' she faltered he was siting still like a statue.
George stood on the spot before sitting down and repeating the notion five times, eventually declaring he needed a stiff drink before leaving the room. He soon returned with an open bottle of whiskey.
'GIn look first we shall take you to St Mungo's and get them to start working on an antidote, we will get you the best care available' George was sure she was under some form of dark influence and once expelled she would return to normal.
'No George this is real, we're simply two adults with a connection' Ginny retorted.
George's face started going from pink to red. 'How can you be serious? The man was a horror at school, he truly is a vile man. He is the complete opposite to Harry!'
Ginny did her best to explain how he was different but George was not listening he was still to busy ranting away. Changing tactics he questioned what are Severus's motives.
'He is so old Gin, how can he possibly keep up with a young girl in her twenties' seeing her visible blush he seemed to become even angrier if it was possible. 'Oh so it's like that is it. No talk of marriage than hey, what about a family one day? Are you going to waste your best years on such a deplorable man. Bet he is to much of a coward to even meet father and explain himself. Christ I need another drink' and with his tirade finished he downed another shot of whiskey.
Calmly replying Ginny did her best to answer Georges questions, and surprising him when she mentioned Severus had already met with their father and she had received his blessing to continue seeing him. Feeling rather shaken by such a poor reaction from her favourite brother she readied herself to leave for home. Halting her exit George stopped her before enveloping her in a hug. 'Oh Gin wait I am sorry it is just so much to take in! I vehemently don't like it but I love you so I will try to accept it but I can't pretend I'm happy about the situation'
Luckily Charlotte came home just as they we're hugging and instantly brightened the tense mood. Ginny ended up staying for dinner and the topic was hardly mentioned again. Wrapping up the evening in their sitting room, Charlotte happily showed her some recently developed pictures from the honeymoon. Ginny appropriately oohed and aahed thinking to herself maybe a romantic holiday away is a great idea. Saying her goodbyes Charlotte and George walked her to the door, her brother was still a little tense and quiet but at lease he was smiling again.
'Goodnight lovely, hey I have a great idea why not bring your new beau next time! I would love to meet him and sure George here would like to give him a grilling' Charlotte teased. Georges smile became a frown until his wife elbowed him in the ribs. Grimacing and now holding his side he only trusted himself to nod, least he start arguing one more with his sister. After losing so many loved ones he had no wish to alienate his sister, he would give the man one chance to prove he was worthy.
Having no wish to subject Severus to too many family meetings in a short time, Ginny returned the nod and was on her way. All in due time she thought, but it certainly couldn't hurt to strategise just how to introduce him to the rest of the family. A weekend getaway would be a great time to come up with some ideas, maybe be a secluded cabin in the mountains with a spa bath on the deck sounded heavenly. Resolving to book something as soon as they could find a date together Ginny was feeling good.
Upon entering her cottage she felt something tighten on her hips, it was a rather irritation sensation. Hurrying to the bathroom she removed her skirt to investigate when she remembered her temporary knicker situation. Her transfiguration charm had worked a treat but was wearing off as she now had a handkerchief stretched tight around her left leg. Giggling she removed the item popping it into her laundry basket. Might be best to leave a spare pair of undergarments in her handbag she thought, feeling a light tingle in her pelvis. Sighing to herself she wished Severus was here with her but settled for a quick letter detailing her thanks for an exciting lunch and any chance he had some time off soon. Enjoying a long bath she replayed the days events in her mind, it really was a huge weight off her shoulders to start telling her loved ones. But she would much prefer picking the time and not risk getting caught in the act.
A/N: I think George is justified in getting a bit miffed about Ginny's new boyfriend but it will all work out. Hope you are enjoying my story, I have written a few other short ones of the same ship so please go check them out and leave them some love. Next chapter up real soon and sadly coming to the end. But l have a few more story ideas bouncing around in my head :)