STORIES TO BE TOLD - CHAPTER 29 (Beta'd by Snakeyez82)

-Splinter - I don't appreciate you writing a "flame" review. If you would like to write constructive criticism, that's fine. But being childish isn't going to get anywhere with me. Seeing as this is a Hermione/Severus romance fiction, and it's rated M, obviously there is going to be some kind of relationship content involved, as I stated above the first chapter that had sex scenes in it, if you don't like it then don't read my story. Next I want to state that I am assuming you are pretty young, seeing as you said "have you ever even liked a guy (or girl)." I can assure you I am well past the age of when you start finding yourself attracted to the opposite sex. So, when you say that no one falls in love at of pain, I'm assuming that you're too young to realize what happens in some relationships. And, people come together through tragedies, and crazy things happened, including love. You stated that Severus would never sleep with a student, being non-romantic or romantic, my question is, how would you know? This version of Severus is a character in my story. Plus, it's not unheard of for a teacher to sleep with a student. So please, don't write any more "flame" reviews.

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The holidays had rolled upon Hogwarts. It was now Christmas eve, and Severus and Hermione were cuddling on the couch.

"Severus, are you sure you don't want to go shopping with me, Harry, Ron, and Ginny?" Hermione asked.

Severus smirked, "I think I will be quite alright staying back."

She smiled at him and laid her head on his chest, "What are you going to do while I'm gone?" Severus rolled on top of her.

"I'm sure I will think of something," he said, before leaning down and passionately kissing her. Severus ran a hand down Hermione's chest, cupping her breast. She moaned into his mouth, pushing against him. He pulled Hermione's shirt off, and kissed her neck and collar bone.

"Severus, Harry, Ron, and Ginny will be here soon.." she panted out. Severus trailed kisses down to her breasts, sucking one into his mouth. Hermione moaned, her hands tangling in Severus' hair. Just then, a knock came from the door. Severus growled and let Hermione get up and run to his bedroom.

"I must remember to hex them one day!" Severus grumbled, getting up and fixing his clothes. He walked over and opened the door, forcing himself to give a small smile to the three standing in front of him. They entered, Ginny sticking close to Harry; she was uncomfortable since she had never been in Severus' chambers before. "You three can have a seat, I will go get Hermione," he said to them, making his way to his room. Hermione was standing in the middle of the room changing. Severus walked to her, wrapping his arms around her, then pulling her into a kiss. Hermione couldn't help but embrace him, leading Severus to walk them to the bed and lay on her.

She giggled, "Severus, my friends are out there and are waiting on me!"

"They can wait," Severus murmured, laving her neck. Hermione gasped at the sensation, but then pushed Severus off to the side.

"We will finish this later," she said, leaning down and kissing him. He growled but smiled at her as she walked out of the bedroom door.

"Hermione, you looked flushed, are you sick?" Ron asked worriedly.

"No, I'm fine," she said cheerily. Ginny laughed, realizing why she was flushed.

"What?" Harry asked, looking at Ginny. It took Harry and Ron a moment to realize, they both made a face.

"Ew Hermione, couldn't you two wait until we weren't here?" Ron said, grossed out. Ginny and Hermione laughed, pulling the boys to the fireplace, to floo to Hogsmeade. Harry and Ron left to visit the joke shop, while Hermione and Ginny were searching for new outfits.

"So, how are things with you and Snape?" Ginny asked.

"Really good actually," Hermione replied, smiling. Ginny smiled back.

"Are you two going to get married?" Ginny asked curiously.

"Well, I'm not really sure.." Hermione answered. She thought about it and then smiled, "I would say yes, if he asked me."

"Do you think he will?" Ginny asked.

"He's been dropping hints, talking about our future, and living together. And, we're going to have a baby together. I hope he does!" Hermione said, her face glowing. Hermione and Ginny spent the rest of the time talking about Severus and Harry, and what they thought each of their futures held for the couples.

A while later Hermione, Harry, Ron, and Ginny apparated to the outside of Hogwarts gates. They walked Hermione inside.

"Hermione, you're coming over tomorrow right? You can bring Snape too," Ginny said to Hermione.

"I will be over, I don't know if Severus will come or not though." Hermione said, hugging them and watching them walk to the outside of the gates and apparating. She made her way down to the dungeons, entering Severus' chambers.

Entering the living room, Hermione saw candles hovering above the ground, making a pathway to the spare room. "Severus?" She called out, following the pathway to the spare room. As she entered, she saw that the room was transfigured to resemble the snowy day outside. The moon light was shining on a bench in the middle of the room, where Severus was sitting. Severus stood up as he saw Hermione approaching, bringing her into his arms and kissing her. She smiled, "What is all this?"

"Something for you, my love," he said smiling.

"Why in the spare room?" Hermione questioned.

"This is where I started to fall in love with you," he replied, smiling. He sat them down on the bench. "Can I tell you something?" he asked, gazing into her eyes.

"Of course," she replied.

"I love you," he said.

"I love you too," she said, smirking at him.

"Shh, let me finish," he said, smoothing his hand over her cheek. Hermione started to tense, she thought he was getting ready to tell her bad news, or break off their relationship. "I love everything about you, Hermione. The way you bite your lip when you're nervous, the way you play with your hair when you're tired, the way your face flushes when you catch me looking at you. I love that you're in love with me, that you're carrying my child. You're going to make me a father, Hermione, you're making me the happiest I have ever been. But, along with being a father, I would like to be a husband." Severus said, never breaking his gaze from her.

"Are you asking me to marry you?" Hermione said, tears forming in her eyes.

Severus nodded, "I don't expect us to get married any time soon, it will wait until after graduation." Severus bent down on one knee in front of Hermione, pulling a ring out of his robes. "Hermione Granger, would you make me the happiest man alive, and marry me?"

Hermione let the tears fall from her face, "Yes," she choked out. Severus smiled and pushed the ring onto her finger, Hermione threw her arms around his neck, pulling him into an embrace. "I love you, Severus." She said into his neck.

"I love you too, Hermione." He replied, pulling her face to his and capturing her lips in a passionate kiss. Hermione responded by nibbling on his lips then forcing her tongue into his mouth to tangle with his. When they broke apart, Hermione gasped, "Severus, make love to me."

Severus pulled her into another passionate kiss, while conjuring a blanket to lay on the ground. He laid Hermione on blanket, pulling off her cloak. She noticed that the air wasn't cold like it was outside, but immediately lost her train of thought as Severus kissed her neck while rubbing his hands over her body. He pulled off her shirt next, giving himself time to place gentle kisses on her stomach. He ran his hands up and down her thighs, causing her to shiver. He kissed his way back up to her breasts, while taking off her bra.

"Severus.." she moaned, as her began to suck lightly on her nipple. She pressed her hips into his, feeling his hard erection. Hermione unbuttoned then slid his shirt off his shoulders as he hovered above her, all his concentration on her breasts. She unbuttoned his trousers, but he stopped her by kissing his way back down to her skirt. He pulled off her skirt and underwear in one move, then nuzzled his face into her mound, sucking on her clit.

"Severus, please," she moaned, pleading with him. He softly stroked her thighs, then gently thrust his tongue into her, making her scream out in pleasure. He worked for a few moments, before trailing kisses back up to her neck. Hermione pulled Severus' mouth to hers, tasting herself in the kiss.

"Severus, please, I need you!" she panted as they broke the kiss. He smiled lovingly at her, as he kissed her neck, then pulled off his trousers and boxers. Severus tore himself from Hermione's neck, and locked eyes with her as he thrust into her. She moaned with pleasure and closed her eyes.

"Look at me," he said gently.

Hermione opened her eyes and gazed into Severus'. Every thrust he made was full with passion, Hermione wasn't sure she could last much longer. As he thrust harder and faster, Hermione could see Severus' climax in his eyes. She screamed out in pleasure, felling herself tighten suddenly, then heard Severus moan and spill himself into her.

After Hermione had come down from her climax, she noticed they were hovering above the ground, like they did the first time they made love. As they gently reached the ground again, Severus lowered himself beside her, pulling her into his arms. He kissed her passionately, murmuring, "I love you, Hermione."

-Review! Thanks to everyone who made positive reviews, or even constructive criticism, I appreciate it! Let me know what you guys think of this chapter. I'm not sure if I will be able to update this weekend or not.-