Ok finally, chapter 26. I know its short, but i'm working on getting back into the swing of things. Sorry I haven't updated for a while, but I was waiting on my new PC.

So, I don't own HP, though i wish i did. I make no money out of my fics so please don't sue me.

Any and all feedback welcome and very much desired.

Severus rinsed his blood covered hands under the running water, washing off the think crimson liquid that resided there. It had taken him almost four hours to harvest the organs and body parts from the beast which had been felled the previous night by Black. When the beast had first been hauled into his private lab by the four elves assigned the task, Nymph had been by his side ready to assist him in the grizzly task. However, she had seemed oddly sensitive to the smell of the blood, and after nearly being ill for the third time, had begged out and retreated to Poppy to be checked over. Being an Auror, she was used to many of the more gruesome aspects of life. Therefore, she had not understood why it was that the crimson fluid had made her feel so ill on this day. Turning the warm faucet off, Severus dried his hands on a towel which had been placed by the sink and turned to look at the black onyx work surface which he had been using for the better part of the day. It was heavily loaded with jars and containers, all containing a part of the beast, and all charmed with a stay fresh charm to preserve them for later study. The pelt of the creature was laid over an adjoining table, waiting for a use to be found for it. Severus smiled; he had thought it would make a perfect rug for the Orders rooms. How nice it would be to be able to trample over the killer of his beloved friend every day.

Wilin had been laid to rest that morning, under the same tree that the dark haired man had found him under, so long ago. Everyone had been feeling his loss keenly, as over the few short weeks he had been integrated into the group as a whole; he had become the comic relief they all needed to get through the dark times. It had been no wonder to them all how Severus had valued his friend whilst he was still in the thick of things. Having someone to come home to who would not judge him or belittle him, but would simply be and try and bring a smile to the mans face. Yes, Wilin would be missed greatly.

Forcing his thoughts away from his loss for a time, Severus snatched up one jar containing a peculiar organ he had removed from the beast. It appeared that this was what produced the oil like substance in the fur, which seemed to have the capability to reflect the moon rays. Pocketing it, he turned to search for his brother as he needed to ask his opinion on an idea he thought the ingredient could be used for, and also, he hoped to find Nymph. He had been worried when she had not returned from Poppy earlier. Thinking of Nymph, he made a quick detour to his quarters before starting his search. He had made his mind up just that morning, and as such, now wanted to put his plan in action. He may no longer be a spy, but he still hated leaving anything undone. Quickly striding into his rooms, he reached the small bedside table quickly. Reaching into the top draw, he located the item he was looking for.

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Failing to find Brendan, Severus had opted to look for his love. It was this search which brought him the dark oak doors which adorned the entrance to the hospital wing. Pushing gently against the rough wood, Severus leaned through the slight crack to peer into the large room.

"Now you must be sure to rest properly," he heard the matron tell Nymph, watching as she was handed and then quickly threw back a thick looking potion. "It won't do for you to tire yourself out, also, 3 balanced meals a day" The Mediwitch took the now empty vial from her hands and moved to discard it. "Wait just a moment dear, I need to update your medical files" Nymph nodded silently.

"Nymph?" Severus called as soon as the other witch had receded into her office. Is something wrong?

"Sev!" to say she was surprised to see him there would have been an understatement. She had yet to take in the full extent of what she had been told by Poppy and wasn't sure how he would take the news, but upon seeing the worry in his eyes she decided it would be unfair to leave him in the dark. "We need to talk love."

"Is something wrong? Are you ok?" he asked in a rush, his concern rushing now to the forefront.

"Well, I wouldn't say wrong! And I'll be fine" she reassured him "Come here" she indicated he should take a seat on the bed next to her. Once he was settled, she began her explanation. "You know why I came up here, feeling ill and everything. Well at first Poppy couldn't work out what was wrong with me. So she cast an extensive diagnosis scan and that was when she worked it out"

"Worked what out love? It's nothing serious is it?"

"Do you remember this morning, when you said the main thing you would miss about Wilin was having someone small to fuss over?" He nodded yes, he had always like the though of something relying on him so much. "Well, I think we may have solved that problem."

"Nymph?" he again queried, not sure what she was trying to say.

"Sev…you're going to be a father."

So that's it for now folks, Please tell me what you think. Query...Severus! good or bad? what's your views?