Foolish Wand Waving
by Barbi Bee
Chapter 5
Halloween had arrived once more and for Severus Snape AKA Russell Gryffin this year it was not unwelcome. Hermione had made a large dent in the stacks of mail, sending off regrets as to why he couldn't attend this or that function,discreet rebuffs to those witches and wizards looking for a more personal relationship, and his agent's card to those interested in purchasing or displaying his work.
She had also helped tremendously in the laboratory, making the simpler healing potions required for the infirmary,leaving him free to concentrate on the more complex ones. She was also a great help when it came to marking and grading junior homework assignments, he had even allowed her to develop lesson plans for the first and second years.
She had freed him from the more mundane tasks of his teaching position. Allowing him time to escape to the Astronomy tower, or more specifically his Studio in the Astonomy Tower. Time spent indulging his Hobby, putting paint to canvas, light onto magical glass and, perhaps least important, money into his pocket.
But tonight was not to be spent in either the studio or the laboratory. For tonight was the Hogwarts' Annual Halloween Ball, and as usual Severus was on duty in the Great Hall.
Severus and Hermione were in the office marking papers, when Severus suddenly spoke "Miss Granger, may I call you Hermione?"
"Um, yes Sir, of course."
"Thankyou. Hermione, I was wondering if you would be kind enough to save me a dance this evening?"
"I.... I would be honoured Sir."
"Please, Hermione, while we are alone, call me Severus, or Russ if you prefer." He paused as if unsure what to say next. "Hermione, as I'm sure you're aware, I usually try to avoid these occassions and" he hesitated once more.
"Could you - perhaps - help me to get ready?"
"What exactly did you have in mind Si - Severus?"
"Such wifely duties as choosing my robes, tying my tie and doing my hair. That sort of thing."
"In that case I'd love to help. If it's alright with you, I'll get my things and change here. That way I'll have more time." She turned and left the office. Walking quickly to her room, she threw what she needed into her schoolbag. Doing a mental check as she went - 'toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, gel, makeup, brush, comb, scissors, clean underwear, slip, jewellery, robes and last but not least shoes'. When she was finished she slung her bag over her shoulder and returned to the Dungeons.
Choosing Severus' robes was fairly easy as he only had three sets of Dress Robes, black, dark blue with silver trim and dark green with gold trim. Hermione decided that the later would be best, especially with the silk shirt and tie she choose to go with them. Next job, the Hair. After hesitating only slightly Hermione decided she was just going to have to wash it. A somewhat reluctant Severus followed her into the bathroom, stripped to the waist and bent over the basin.
Dressed in dark green robes and his hair clean and shiny, Severus looked quite handsome. So handsome in fact that many of the students didn't even recognise him to begin with, then the whispers began. Why was Snape all dressed up?, did he have,God forbid, a GIRLFRIEND? or even worse a BOYFRIEND?
Severus approached Hermione and said "Miss Granger, may I have the pleasure of this dance?" Placing her hand in his, she accepted his invitation and he lead her out onto the dance floor. As they got there the music changed from a slow waltz to a fast Tango, and Hermione wasn't the only one blown away by the smooth moves of the Potions Master. As soon as the dance finished, Severus was beseeched by girls asking for a spin. But they were brushed aside by Minerva McConagall while Professor Dumbledore swept Hermione into his arms.
"Young Severus has surprised us all tonight, has he not my dear?" asked the Headmaster. But before Hermione could reply she found herself back in Severus' arms as the two men switched partners on the floor. Severus steered her towards the open patio windows and out into the gardens.
Once there, he suggested a tactical retreat back to the dungeons, if she cared to join him for some hot chocolate and crumpets. And without another word spoken between them, they left to enjoy the rest of the evening in peace and each others company.
by Barbi Bee
Chapter 5
Halloween had arrived once more and for Severus Snape AKA Russell Gryffin this year it was not unwelcome. Hermione had made a large dent in the stacks of mail, sending off regrets as to why he couldn't attend this or that function,discreet rebuffs to those witches and wizards looking for a more personal relationship, and his agent's card to those interested in purchasing or displaying his work.
She had also helped tremendously in the laboratory, making the simpler healing potions required for the infirmary,leaving him free to concentrate on the more complex ones. She was also a great help when it came to marking and grading junior homework assignments, he had even allowed her to develop lesson plans for the first and second years.
She had freed him from the more mundane tasks of his teaching position. Allowing him time to escape to the Astronomy tower, or more specifically his Studio in the Astonomy Tower. Time spent indulging his Hobby, putting paint to canvas, light onto magical glass and, perhaps least important, money into his pocket.
But tonight was not to be spent in either the studio or the laboratory. For tonight was the Hogwarts' Annual Halloween Ball, and as usual Severus was on duty in the Great Hall.
Severus and Hermione were in the office marking papers, when Severus suddenly spoke "Miss Granger, may I call you Hermione?"
"Um, yes Sir, of course."
"Thankyou. Hermione, I was wondering if you would be kind enough to save me a dance this evening?"
"I.... I would be honoured Sir."
"Please, Hermione, while we are alone, call me Severus, or Russ if you prefer." He paused as if unsure what to say next. "Hermione, as I'm sure you're aware, I usually try to avoid these occassions and" he hesitated once more.
"Could you - perhaps - help me to get ready?"
"What exactly did you have in mind Si - Severus?"
"Such wifely duties as choosing my robes, tying my tie and doing my hair. That sort of thing."
"In that case I'd love to help. If it's alright with you, I'll get my things and change here. That way I'll have more time." She turned and left the office. Walking quickly to her room, she threw what she needed into her schoolbag. Doing a mental check as she went - 'toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, gel, makeup, brush, comb, scissors, clean underwear, slip, jewellery, robes and last but not least shoes'. When she was finished she slung her bag over her shoulder and returned to the Dungeons.
Choosing Severus' robes was fairly easy as he only had three sets of Dress Robes, black, dark blue with silver trim and dark green with gold trim. Hermione decided that the later would be best, especially with the silk shirt and tie she choose to go with them. Next job, the Hair. After hesitating only slightly Hermione decided she was just going to have to wash it. A somewhat reluctant Severus followed her into the bathroom, stripped to the waist and bent over the basin.
Dressed in dark green robes and his hair clean and shiny, Severus looked quite handsome. So handsome in fact that many of the students didn't even recognise him to begin with, then the whispers began. Why was Snape all dressed up?, did he have,God forbid, a GIRLFRIEND? or even worse a BOYFRIEND?
Severus approached Hermione and said "Miss Granger, may I have the pleasure of this dance?" Placing her hand in his, she accepted his invitation and he lead her out onto the dance floor. As they got there the music changed from a slow waltz to a fast Tango, and Hermione wasn't the only one blown away by the smooth moves of the Potions Master. As soon as the dance finished, Severus was beseeched by girls asking for a spin. But they were brushed aside by Minerva McConagall while Professor Dumbledore swept Hermione into his arms.
"Young Severus has surprised us all tonight, has he not my dear?" asked the Headmaster. But before Hermione could reply she found herself back in Severus' arms as the two men switched partners on the floor. Severus steered her towards the open patio windows and out into the gardens.
Once there, he suggested a tactical retreat back to the dungeons, if she cared to join him for some hot chocolate and crumpets. And without another word spoken between them, they left to enjoy the rest of the evening in peace and each others company.