Friendship and Beyond 52/?
Rated: R contains mentions of rape and torture, although not actual scenes. Possible HP/SS in later chapters, also HG/RW.
Authors Notes: I do not own Harry Potter or it's characters, that would be JKR. Subject matter not for children, although nothing too graphic, but be careful when reading just to be on the safe side.
Decisions and Trying on Clothes
The next day the castle was rapidly emptying of students and teachers alike as they got packed and many left on the Hogwarts Express early that morning. Even Ron and Hermione had left, meeting their families at the entrance of Diagon Alley. The Weasleys had invited the Grangers to spend the weekend at the Burrow the first week after graduation.
Molly figured that with their two children dating that they had better get acquainted with Hermione's parents. If she had anything to say about it there would be a wedding already planned and a baby or two on the way. The Grangers agreed whole-heartedly after listening to their daughter talk about Ron for the last seven years. Needless to say the upcoming weekend was important to all of them, which is why Harry was sitting in front of the lake as Hedwig perched on his shoulder, contemplating the giant squid.
The trio had talked late into the night yesterday and now, with his friends gone, Harry was taking the time to contemplate their combined advice. When he mentioned the job offer they were both thrilled for him, especially Hermione who had already suggested teaching as a possible profession near the close of their fifth year after the DA became a success.
The beginning of sixth year found all of the members getting either Exceeds Expectations or Outstanding on their DADA classes. Overall Harry's foray into teaching defensive magic was a productive exercise considering Dumbledore's taste in instructors got worse as the years passed. So Hermione was ecstatic with the offer and thought Harry would be a wonderful Defense teacher.
Ron agreed with Hermione but didn't think he should make a decision solely on his ability to stay at Hogwarts with Severus. Ron pointed out that he 'shouldn't decide your whole life on the off-chance Snape agrees to be in a relationship with you, mate. If you want to take the job great, but don't decide or even wait to decide in case Snape decides to be a git after all. This is your future and you shouldn't make a permanent decision based on the fact you want to shag the git's brains out.'
When Harry explained to Ron in extremely small words that he loved Severus and wasn't after quick shag Ron insisted that was even worse. Needless to say the discussion deteriorated from there, but they both gave Harry a lot to think about. Either way Harry needed to decide what he wanted to do without bringing the Snape angle into it. He was sure that Severus wouldn't be apt to take him seriously and think of him as an adult if he didn't know his own mind. So it was after a few more hours of staring into the rippling water that Harry came to a decision about his future and went to go inform Dumbledore.
As he got to the staircase he was surprised that it granted him access without the use of a password. Harry found the Headmaster speaking to McGonagall over tea and biscuits when he knocked at the door.
"Ah, Harry my boy. I wasn't expecting you until later on tonight or perhaps tomorrow." Albus commented gesturing for him to be seated. "Is there something that I can do for you? Did you need to discuss the professorship in more detail before you made your decision?"
"No headmaster, I-" Harry began only to be interrupted by Dumbledore.
"Albus, son."
"Okay, H-Albus. No I've already made a decision." Harry assured the headmaster while Professor McGonagall merely watched the proceedings quietly. "I would be pleased to accept and join the staff."
"That is wonderful, my boy." Albus exclaimed as he got up from his seat and gave Harry a quick hug followed by McGonagall who shook his hand heartily, her stern feature's softening in pleasure. "We will make further arrangements in a few days once you have a chance for a short rest. Do let me know how your discussion goes with Severus tonight. I need to know where to place your belongings after all."
Minerva's eyes widened comically as she looked between a grinning Albus and an abashed Potter who wouldn't look either of them in the eye.
"I will talk to you tomorrow and thanks. I appreciate this opportunity." Harry told the older wizard sincerely before nodding to the Transfiguration professor and taking his leave.
From there Harry walked down to his dorm room where a few straggling students remained. He took practically his whole wardrobe into the bathroom with him, gaining him a few odd looks as he passed others. Once inside Harry tried every item of clothing from muggle jeans to dress and dueling robes. Eventually his mirror got frustrated with Harry's inability to make a wardrobe decision and told him exactly what to wear to dinner. Forty-five minutes later found Harry dressed in a blood red dress robe open down the front to show his black fitted trousers and red silk shirt nervously entering The Hogshead to meet with Severus.
Rated: R contains mentions of rape and torture, although not actual scenes. Possible HP/SS in later chapters, also HG/RW.
Authors Notes: I do not own Harry Potter or it's characters, that would be JKR. Subject matter not for children, although nothing too graphic, but be careful when reading just to be on the safe side.
Decisions and Trying on Clothes
The next day the castle was rapidly emptying of students and teachers alike as they got packed and many left on the Hogwarts Express early that morning. Even Ron and Hermione had left, meeting their families at the entrance of Diagon Alley. The Weasleys had invited the Grangers to spend the weekend at the Burrow the first week after graduation.
Molly figured that with their two children dating that they had better get acquainted with Hermione's parents. If she had anything to say about it there would be a wedding already planned and a baby or two on the way. The Grangers agreed whole-heartedly after listening to their daughter talk about Ron for the last seven years. Needless to say the upcoming weekend was important to all of them, which is why Harry was sitting in front of the lake as Hedwig perched on his shoulder, contemplating the giant squid.
The trio had talked late into the night yesterday and now, with his friends gone, Harry was taking the time to contemplate their combined advice. When he mentioned the job offer they were both thrilled for him, especially Hermione who had already suggested teaching as a possible profession near the close of their fifth year after the DA became a success.
The beginning of sixth year found all of the members getting either Exceeds Expectations or Outstanding on their DADA classes. Overall Harry's foray into teaching defensive magic was a productive exercise considering Dumbledore's taste in instructors got worse as the years passed. So Hermione was ecstatic with the offer and thought Harry would be a wonderful Defense teacher.
Ron agreed with Hermione but didn't think he should make a decision solely on his ability to stay at Hogwarts with Severus. Ron pointed out that he 'shouldn't decide your whole life on the off-chance Snape agrees to be in a relationship with you, mate. If you want to take the job great, but don't decide or even wait to decide in case Snape decides to be a git after all. This is your future and you shouldn't make a permanent decision based on the fact you want to shag the git's brains out.'
When Harry explained to Ron in extremely small words that he loved Severus and wasn't after quick shag Ron insisted that was even worse. Needless to say the discussion deteriorated from there, but they both gave Harry a lot to think about. Either way Harry needed to decide what he wanted to do without bringing the Snape angle into it. He was sure that Severus wouldn't be apt to take him seriously and think of him as an adult if he didn't know his own mind. So it was after a few more hours of staring into the rippling water that Harry came to a decision about his future and went to go inform Dumbledore.
As he got to the staircase he was surprised that it granted him access without the use of a password. Harry found the Headmaster speaking to McGonagall over tea and biscuits when he knocked at the door.
"Ah, Harry my boy. I wasn't expecting you until later on tonight or perhaps tomorrow." Albus commented gesturing for him to be seated. "Is there something that I can do for you? Did you need to discuss the professorship in more detail before you made your decision?"
"No headmaster, I-" Harry began only to be interrupted by Dumbledore.
"Albus, son."
"Okay, H-Albus. No I've already made a decision." Harry assured the headmaster while Professor McGonagall merely watched the proceedings quietly. "I would be pleased to accept and join the staff."
"That is wonderful, my boy." Albus exclaimed as he got up from his seat and gave Harry a quick hug followed by McGonagall who shook his hand heartily, her stern feature's softening in pleasure. "We will make further arrangements in a few days once you have a chance for a short rest. Do let me know how your discussion goes with Severus tonight. I need to know where to place your belongings after all."
Minerva's eyes widened comically as she looked between a grinning Albus and an abashed Potter who wouldn't look either of them in the eye.
"I will talk to you tomorrow and thanks. I appreciate this opportunity." Harry told the older wizard sincerely before nodding to the Transfiguration professor and taking his leave.
From there Harry walked down to his dorm room where a few straggling students remained. He took practically his whole wardrobe into the bathroom with him, gaining him a few odd looks as he passed others. Once inside Harry tried every item of clothing from muggle jeans to dress and dueling robes. Eventually his mirror got frustrated with Harry's inability to make a wardrobe decision and told him exactly what to wear to dinner. Forty-five minutes later found Harry dressed in a blood red dress robe open down the front to show his black fitted trousers and red silk shirt nervously entering The Hogshead to meet with Severus.
