Insufferable Attraction

SeverusxHermione

Rated NC-17

Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter or its characters from the franchise. That honor belongs to JK Rowling

Insufferable Attraction

Chapter 8

Harry knew it had been a mistake to allow Ron and Ginny to have all access to his Floo Network and come in whenever they wanted. But they were still his friends and he thought it seemed silly to deny them that. Then again, Hermione still at least announced herself before getting permission to come through. At the moment, both Ron and Ginny were yelling at him, expressing their displeasure of him being engaged and about to marry Daphne, as well as Hermione now being married to Snape. Well, Ron was mostly yelling about that; Ginny was yelling about him choosing to marry Daphne over her, even though he explained him and Daphne were set up together and that he and Ginny were no longer together. Yet, he was still here having the conversation. He really wanted a Pain-Relieving Potion for his headache right about now.

Finally having had enough, Harry stood up from his seat and interrupted Ron saying, "Ron, for the last and final time, Hermione and I are participants in this new law; unwilling, might I add. And there is nothing that can be done about it. Hermione has married Snape, and nothing you do or complain about is going to change that. And I highly doubt Hermione would want to be with you again after the way you on cheated her during your relationship with her. Why don't you just try to support her for once when she is with some other man that isn't you? And Ginny, we aren't getting back together in this or any lifetime. We tried a relationship—twice—and we failed. Not to mention you also agreed with my reasoning as to why we weren't working out and admitted to being a bad girlfriend. Yes, some things in my life is changing in a way that I never expected, but I've accepted it and am making the best of it. If Hermione can do it, so can I and we don't need your negativity if you can't try to support us. Now, I am done talking about this and if you have a problem with it, you can leave."

Both Ron and Ginny looked shocked at Harry's speech, clearly at a loss of what to say. However, both of their faces turned bright red before Ginny stomped to the fireplace and threw Floo Powder in it, Flooing back to the Burrow without another word. Ron however, told Harry before departing that their conversation wasn't over, and that once he could locate Hermione, he would talk some sense into her as well. When they were both gone and he was alone once more, Harry sighed before going to the bathroom to find that Pain-Relieving Potion, wondering if this was going to be a constant thing with Ron and Ginny, especially Ron.

His talk with Daphne about Ron and Hermione came to mind, making him seriously think about what his affianced said. Ron did seem to have some sort of notion that Hermione belonged with or to him in some form or fashion, though he only acted like that when there was another wizard involved vying for their friend's affections. And now that she was married, he seemed worse than ever. Realizing this, he knew Daphne was right, not that he doubted her much. He hoped Ron wouldn't do anything stupid in his anger towards their situation, especially in regard to Hermione.

Hermione bit her lip nervously as she looked at herself in the full-length mirror in the dressing room. Daphne had taken her to a lingerie shop and picked out some rather skimpy lingerie for her to wear for her consummation. She had told the blonde witch that she was sure Severus wouldn't particularly care what she wore, but Daphne had been insistent. And though she didn't really want to wear them, she had to admit she looked nice in them.

"Hermione, are you alright in there?" Daphne's voice suddenly called out, causing Hermione to jump. "Do they fit?"

"Y-Yes, I'm fine. And yes, they do fit." Hermione stuck her head out of the curtain to look at her companion. "But I really don't think this is necessary. I mean, I highly doubt Severus will even think about wanting to…you know…with me any time after this."

Daphne gave Hermione a deadpan look. "The lies you tell. Snape will be crazy not to think about your sexy body again after tomorrow night."

A blush appeared on Hermione's face before she shook her head and ducked back into the dressing room, changing out of the lingerie and back into her normal clothes. Once she was dressed, she gathered the chosen lingerie and stepped out of the dressing room, walking with Daphne to the pay counter. As the woman behind the counter rung up the six pairs of lingerie, Hermione busied herself with looking for the appropriate amount of money the outfits came out to, just so she wouldn't have to look the woman in the face. After paying and taking the bag with her new lingerie, they two witches left the store and walked down the street, heading back to Daphne's home. As they did, Hermione couldn't help but wonder if Daphne might be right. Maybe Severus would appreciate her wearing something a bit sexy. Then again, he might think her strange for doing so considering she was his former student, even if she was now his wife.

I'm thinking too hard about this, Hermione thought to herself. It is only consummation of the vows, not something really romantic. Merlin, why have I been put into this position?

Sighing softly to herself, Hermione decided to just see how things went the following night. More than likely she wouldn't wear the lingerie. But the one thing she could hope for was that Severus be gentle with her. She didn't want her first time to be traumatizing.

Severus stood looking at the setup of his living room, the room prepared by Draco for his night with Hermione. He had to hand it to his godson, the boy had a good eye for decoration. When he had first approached the young man the day before about his and Hermione's predicament, Draco had seemed less than enthusiastic to hear about it. He quote "did not want to begin to even think about the two of them being intimate in any way" unquote. However, in considering the stipulations of their vows and that they had no choice but to consummate, he agreed to help the brooding man set the atmosphere. Therefore, while Severus had been busy cooking, Draco had taken the time to set up the living room. And Severus—surprisingly—was impressed.

Draco came downstairs from the bathroom and said, "I hope the room is to your liking."

"Yes, I must admit it looks rather nice. It doesn't look a thing like how Hogwarts does on that blasted love holiday, so I would say you have succeeded."

"I went with just one rose on the table, figured it would be all you would stand for for Granger."

"I could have done without it, but I suppose the gesture is…adequate."

Draco stared at his godfather for a moment. "You know, with that attitude, I highly doubt Granger is going to enjoy tonight. Look, I know you don't care for her much and wished you hadn't had to marry her, but don't do anything rash tonight. Potter and I have come to an understanding and are sort of friends. And in doing so, I have come to one with Granger as well. And I don't want to have to hear that you let your bitter feelings to this situation provoke your actions and that you hurt her."

Severus was a bit surprised at the concern his godson was showing for the brunette that was now his wife. Then again, Draco was now cordial with Potter so it would only make sense if he was with his friends as well; he doubted his concern for Hermione extended towards Mr. Weasley. However, he was also secretly glad he was expressing his concern. It let him know that he was supporting him in this arranged marriage. And he himself had no intention of doing intentional harm to Hermione. Now knowing she was a virgin, he planned on being careful with her as much as possible. And to be safe, he had Pain-Relieving Potions on hand and Madame Pompfrey on Floo call just in case.

"Thank you for your concern, Draco. I will be sure to keep that in mind," Severus replied to him. He looked at the grandfather clock in the corner and saw that it was a quarter till seven. That meant he only had fifteen minutes before Hermione arrived from wherever she had gone to earlier. Waving his wand, he summoned the two plates of food he had prepared—herb roasted hen with a side of creamy mash and steamed asparagus with lemon—as well as the bottle of Elven wine he had purchased the day before. Once the plates were set on the small table Draco had prepared, along with the proper eating utensils and wine glasses for the wine, Severus turned to his godson and said, "Your services are no longer required. Now I ask that you leave."

"Gee, you're welcome, Uncle Sev," Draco replied almost sarcastically. He however knew the man was grateful for his help and was more than likely feeling his nerves rise the closer the time got, though he wasn't outwardly showing it. Walking to the fireplace to prepare to Floo back home, he said, "I will have mother check on you later. She seems more concerned about you than I do. She also told me to tell you to give her regards to Granger."

Severus nodded as Draco Flooed away, leaving him to himself while waiting for his wife. He sat down in his armchair momentarily, taking the time to think about what was going to happen. The moment the clock struck seven, he and Hermione were going to have dinner together—not at all romantic—and then consummate their marriage in stipulations to the vows they were made to have. He already had an inkling that the brunette would be beyond nervous, especially considering she would be giving up her virtue tonight, to him specifically. He knew she probably hadn't considered him to be the one she gave herself to, and yet he was going to be that person. She didn't deserve to have him take her, and he didn't deserve her body nor her hand in marriage, even if it was arranged. He knew he wouldn't ever be able to make Hermione happy in their marriage, but there was nothing he could do. The young woman was stuck now forever with a broken man for a husband and would forever be after tonight.

The sound of the front door opening brought him out of his morbid thoughts, alerting him to Hermione's arrival. Standing he turned to look at her in greeting, only to stop short as he looked at her. Hermione was wearing a form fitting royal blue dress that complimented her body beautifully and flowed from the waist down to where it stopped just below her knees. Black heels adorned her feet and her wild, curly hair was tamed and flowing down her back, a silver pin pinning it to one side. As simple as she looked, Hermione looked…lovely, something Severus couldn't actually believe he agreed with.

Hermione blushed in embarrassment at the man staring at her, taking his staring and silence as a form of judgement. Believing she needed to explain her attire, she said, "This wasn't my idea. Daphne suggested I look presentable and this was her outcome." She also made sure to not at all mention the lingerie shopping the blonde had taken her on the day before.

"Well, it seems as if Ms. Greengrass has done an exceptional job," Severus replied, giving her a compliment in doing so. He wasn't sure if the young witch would catch it, though.

She stared at him for a moment after he spoke, taking in what he said. Realizing that he had given her a compliment, Hermione smiled softly and said, "Thank you."

Oh, so she did catch it, Severus thought mildly surprised before giving her a nod in response. He led her to their small setup, even being so kind as to pull back her seat and allowing her to sit down before he did so himself. He knew how to be gentlemanly, even if he had no reason to be before. As he sat, Hermione looked in amazement at the food before her. Yes, she knew her former Potions professor knew how to cook, but this food looked absolutely divine. She couldn't wait to dig into it. She looked up as Severus filled her glass with the Elven wine that was present on the table before filling his own, and soon the two of them were eating.

They spoke to each other while they ate, making small talk in the beginning to fill the somewhat uncomfortable silence. Wanting to talk about something that would keep her mind off their impending consummation, Hermione asked him about the potions he was brewing, specifically the rainbow colored one he had forbidden her to touch. She was surprised when Severus had told her it was a new kind of Fertility Potion, one that would increase pregnancy chances by ninety-six percent and was designed to also stop miscarriages.

"If not only proven successful, but well received, I may even bring it into the Muggle World in the form of an injection," Severus told her before taking a sip of his wine.

Hermione's eyes widened in amazement before she smiled at him. "That is amazing, and I hope it works. It will help so many women, magical and Muggle alike. And it would do some good for Pureblood families that were only able to have one child and wanted more but couldn't have any."

"Indeed."

Conversation flowed a bit after that and before long, the food was gone and talking soon ceased. The newlyweds sat awkwardly, knowing that with nothing else to do or in their way, there was really nothing stopping them from reaching the inevitable. The time had come for them to consummate, to complete their vows into permanence, and they couldn't put it off any longer. Clearing his throat, Severus stood up from the small dining table and looked at the brunette before asking almost stunted-ly, "Shall we?"

Nodding Hermione stood up and followed behind the dark man from the living room to the staircase, trying to will the slight shaking of her legs away. This was it, and she almost couldn't believe it was about to happen. She wished she had drunken a bit more wine, but then silently scolded herself for thinking so. It would do no good to be drunk during the consummation, especially if Severus was sober. Moments later they were up the stairs and stepping into Severus' bedroom, the room Hermione had been occupying since her arrival. Upon entering the room, Hermione gasped in surprise at what she saw.

The bedroom was decorated with red rose petals along the floor, bed, and any other surface. The black bedsheets had been exchanged for pristine white ones and the room was candlelit, giving it a very romantic vibe. Hermione stared around in awe at the sight, not believing Severus had gone out of his way to try and make this experience as comfortable as possible for her. Severus however felt his eye twitch at how his bedroom was decorated, knowing this was his godson's doing. That little prat, he couldn't help but think.

Deciding now wasn't the time to curse Draco to hell and back, he turned to face the brunette and said, "I can give you privacy if you want."

Looking at him Hermione bit her lip before turning her back to him, revealing the back of her dress that was zipped up. In a shy tone she said, "I need help with the zipper."

Severus blinked in surprise at the fact that she was asking him to help her undress. Taking a deep breath he lifted his hand and took hold of the tiny zipper, slowly pulling it down her back as he revealed more and more of her bare back until he finally stopped at the top of her arse. His hand on her zipper shook a bit as he stared at her back, taking note of the fact that she was not wearing a bra. And peeking just a bit from the top of the slit her dress made from the zipper was black lace, letting him know she was wearing black lace underwear.

Hearing the man make a rather strange noise that sounded like a muffled strangle, Hermione turned her head to face him and asked, "Are you alright?"

"Yes," Severus replied curtly.

Hermione nodded before stepping out of her heels and moving to sit on the bed, holding her dress up as it hung off her shoulders. She looked at Severus nervously, feeling even more anxious than she previously had. She was undressing, about to be completely exposed to him, and he was still fully dressed. Biting her lip she said softly, "You're still dressed."

Realizing that him being fully clothed with the brunette halfway naked was making her nervous, Severus nodded before beginning to unbutton his shirt. He felt awkward undressing in front of his former student-turned-wife, but they had to bare themselves to one another whether they wanted to or not. As he finished undoing his shirt and pulled it off his shoulders, he noticed that Hermione's brown eyes had widened considerably and seemed a tad darker. Knowing she was staring at his bare torso, he looked down at himself wondering what it was that she was looking at that had her so wide-eyed.

Oh, my goodness, Hermione couldn't help but think as she stared at Severus in awe. This man had a well-built torso with pronounced pectorals and abdominals, and the perfect amount of chest hair decorating his pale skin. He had a few scars here and there, but he looked…well, perfect. And to think he had been hiding this physique underneath black robes for who knew how long. She honestly should not find her former professor attractive, and yet here she was.

Blushing, Hermione willed herself to not be embarrassed before taking her dress off completely, Severus himself undressing until they both were in their underwear. Black eyes looked at her body, taking in the smooth, creamy skin, delicate curves, and pert bust that was presented to him. She was…exquisite, very beautiful. And in thinking this, Severus felt like some sort of dirty old man. Even so, he couldn't help but continue to admire Hermione, though he kept his face neutral. Knowing that there was no time like the present, Severus walked over to the bed Hermione was seated on and sat next to her. Placing his callused hands on her shoulders, he gently pushed her back to lie upon the pillows and said softly, "Just try to relax. I promise to be delicate."

Taking in a deep breath, Hermione nodded as she laid back, baring and exposing herself to the man that was her husband completely. She let out a soft gasp when his fingers slowly trailed down from her shoulders to her chest and between the valley of her breasts. They traveled down her torso to her navel and stopped at her hips, right at the delicate lace of her black panties. Her breath caught momentarily at that, but she soon relaxed when Severus instead began stroking her sides, submitting her to relaxation in a rather soothing way. The feel of his hands on her body…she didn't think there was a word in her mind at that moment to describe it. But she did know that it felt good, so much so that she unknowingly closed her eyes and focused on the feel of his hands on her body.

Severus' hand trailed down her body again to her hips, her emitting a soft sigh as he did. However, when his hand rested itself against her clothed intimate area, she jumped a bit and her eyes flew open. The Potions Master rubbed her hip soothingly to calm her while the one resting against her began slowly massaging her through the fabric, the movement against her center causing Hermione to moan softly. Her eyes once again fell shut at the feeling of pleasure began to spread through her body and as more soft moans escaped her throat. Unknowingly, the brunette began moving her hips in rhythm to the hand that was rubbing her through the fabric of her panties, the action shocking Severus as she did. Severus took note of how Hermione seemed to actively—though subconsciously—be searching for relief to his ministrations as her hips rocking began to speed up more and she spread her legs a little wider. She didn't even know that her small actions and noises were causing him to harden in his own underwear. Feeling the fabric of her underwear become slightly damp underneath his fingers, Severus decided to take things to the next step. Taking the hand that was massaging her, he dipped into the front of her underwear and placed his hand on her private area, a small hiss escaping his lips at feeling how wet she had gotten. Hermione though, feeling his hand on her, bucked her hips and released a rather loud moan as one of his fingers rubbed against her pearl.

Seeing the reaction he got out of her, Severus once again rubbed over her clit and Hermione's hips bucked again. He slid his hand lower and gently slid a finger between her wet lips and inside of her. Feeling her muscles clench around his finger, Severus groaned lowly at the feeling of how tight she was around him as well as how wet she was. Slowly he pumped his finger inside of her, Hermione responding well to the actions. Severus added another finger as he continued to pump his fingers inside of her, all the while using his thumb to rub and tease her clit. By this point Hermione was gripping the bedsheets tightly in her fists as she seemed to be in complete and utter bliss at how her husband was touching her. She groaned in pleasure when the man added a third finger and began pumping a bit faster. Her hips rocked in rhythm to his ministrations and before she knew it, she was tumbling over the edge into ecstasy as she came around his fingers.

As Hermione came down from her orgasmic high, Severus removed his fingers from inside her and palmed the straining erection he was now sporting inside of his underwear. He hadn't expected to become so turned on by Hermione, but he was and though it was unsettling how he found his new wife lustfully attractive, he also found it exciting. However, this was Hermione's first sexual experience and the consummation to their vows, thus they had to do this. And yet with how things were going, it was almost as if they were forgetting that. Knowing that the brunette was completely relaxed, he stood off the bed momentarily to remove his underwear, not at all aware of the brown eyes watching him in much interest. Getting back on the bed, he carefully removed Hermione's panties and dropped them to the floor, completely baring her wet center to him.

Gently moving to settle between her legs, Severus hovered slightly above Hermione, ready to push into her. Looking her in her eye he asked, "Are you ready?"

Hermione bit her lip in lust and anticipation and nodded in response, readying herself for what was to come. Nodding in response to her nod, Severus murmured a Contraceptive Charm before gently coating himself with her juices, the action causing Hermione to moan again. Once he was coated he slowly pushed inside of her, his hands on her hips as he did. Hermione whimpered as she felt him push in further before stopping, giving her time to adjust to him after breaking through her barrier. Though she had never taken another man inside of her before, Severus filled her perfectly, his girth making her feel full. She slowly ran her hands up his body before holding tight to his shoulders, taking deep breaths as she did. When she was relaxed with him inside of her, Hermione whispered, "You can move now."

Severus nodded and slowly pulled out a bit before pushing back in, the action causing them both to moan. He set a slow rhythm, taking long deep strokes inside of her as she held onto him, moaning in his ear. Soon their coupling picked up speed and before long Severus was thrusting into Hermione in a fast yet comfortable pace, pleasurable sounds escaping her lips as he did. Hermione kept clenching around him and soon came again with him inside of her. Severus thrust faster inside her, his hips smacking against hers. They both soon felt a tightness forming in their lower regions, the tale-tell feeling of orgasm hurdling towards them, and for Hermione the third time. Before long the coil snapped and they both came, a cry of ecstasy leaving Hermione's mouth as Severus groaned deeply as he came.

The two of them panted as they came down from their orgasmic high, though Hermione was feeling rather euphoric. Though that wasn't how she had expected her first time to be, it had felt and been amazing! She had never felt so fantastic in her entire life. Panting she opened her eyes to see Severus looking down at her. Though his face was emotionless, it was flushed pink and he too was taking deep breaths to calm his wildly beating heart. After a moment he asked, "Are you alright? I didn't hurt you, did I?"

"No, I'm fine," Hermione responded. She wanted to tell him it had been fantastic, completely euphoric, but she wasn't sure he wanted to hear her say that.

Internally pleased to hear that, Severus nodded and gently pulled out of her before grabbed his wand and casting the Scouring Charm on them, instantly cleaning them both up. Waving his wand again, he dressed them both in their sleepwear and clean underwear. Raising up, Severus moved to get off the bed and leave the room but was stopped when Hermione placed a hand on his arm. Looking at her he saw her brown eyes looking at him before she said, "You can stay the night here, if you want."

"I don't have to, and I don't want to make you uncomfortable." He was sure she was bound to feel uncomfortable later.

"It's alright, I don't mind. But if you're sure…"

"I think so, at least for the time being."

Nodding in understanding, Hermione let Severus go and watched him leave the bedroom, wishing him 'goodnight' as he left. Once he was gone, the brunette climbed under the bedsheets and settled down, though she couldn't ignore the pleasurable throbbing between her legs from hers and Severus' consummation. Hopefully now that that was done, it would keep the Bloodline Restoration Act representatives off their backs for a while. With that thought in mind, Hermione snuggled down into bed, soon drifting to sleep with a certain Potions Master in her dreams.

And as both Severus and Hermione slept in their separate beds, the magical ring mark around their left ring fingers glowed, the magic responding to the completed consummation. The glow on their fingers soon died and the magical ring mark was still present in their skin. However, a rune was spelled out along the mark that soon sunk into their fingers before disappearing, the married couple being none the wiser.

Author's Note: This chapter is relatively long, but I had a lot I wanted to put in it. Hopefully it turned out well, so I hope you all like it. Also, let me know what you thought of Severus and Hermione's consummation. Thanks so much for reading and I hope you stay tuned for more! Love, SehunsBae37.