Reluctantly leaving Hermione's side, Severus put extra wards up on her
rooms, and proceeded to his office via floo. He didn't want Korun to see
that Hermione was alone again, so avoided walking through the hallways.
What was he going to do about Korun?
He would love to keep Korun around and do all the things that he had been envisioning since Hermione had first told him what had happened. But it wouldn't do Hermione any good. Nor would it really be a good idea to keep him near students. So, he would have to hand him over to the ministry. And unharmed, unfortunately. Wouldn't do good for the headmaster of a school to be arrested for assault and battery. Parents were already squeamish about him as headmaster anyway. But he had gotten so much support from the members of the Order of Pheonix. Not many would ignore that considering all its members had done and sacrificed for the wizarding world.
Something didn't seem right. Korun, although an absolutely sick excuse for a human being, is very intelligent. There were too many things to go wrong with harming Hermione. It was too risky.
And what the hell was with Robin? That was definitely an unexpected reaction. But Korun is her uncle. It's always hard to believe bad things about the people you thought you knew. But what reason would Hermione have to lie about something like this?
Well, first order of business, a call to the ministry. "How unfortunate I can't rip him to pieces." Severus murmured to himself.
~@~
Korun made his way up to the Headmasters office as soon as he got his summons to do so. He knew exactly what this was about. After all, Robin came to him right away and confirmed what 'lies' Hermione would say about him. Severus would no doubt either have ministry officials there, or he would just attempt to kill him with his own hands.
'No doubt he'd love to.' Korun thought.
Korun had not been a true follower of Voldemort. Sure, he believed that only purebloods should be kept in the wizarding community, and those who could not accept their lower status should either be killed or thrown out of the wizarding world. But the rape and torture were completely unnecessary. Although, when he had a taste of it, it wasn't completely disgusting. It could be nice in moderation.
Voldemort was a good strategist when it came to holding onto his followers, but when it came to actually putting his ideas into action, he was usually worse than that pet snake of his at avoiding to eat the victims afterwards. True, he was a traitor to Voldemort, more so after finding out what his lineage was. How dare he impersonate a pureblood wizard. The bastard got off easy in the end.
But that wasn't important now. What was important was the fact that he would soon become the new leader of the way. It was he who would lead the wizarding world back on to the right track, and eliminate the mudbloods and half bloods that disgrace the name wizard. The time was drawing nearer. He'd been able to keep track of the more respectable wizards and witches who followed the way, and not so much the perversion. Those who were good in strategy, and loyal. They were idealistic, and could easily help to put a permanent barrier between wizard and muggle worlds. There would be no possible way for a muggle to enter, and no way a pureblood could leave. Muggles were the bad influence that helped to infect the twisted ideas that they could all cohabitate.
Perhaps, however, he would allow a small indulgence when it was all over. Severus' whore proved to be rather entertaining.
"Antidisestablishmentarianism." Korun said, shaking his head at the password. At least students wouldn't have been able to visit him easily. . .not that they'd want to. He made his way up the spiral steps, and opened the door to the Headmaster's office. Surprisingly enough, it appeared that he would leave the castle unharmed today, as two ministry officials awaited his arrival with the Headmaster.
"You called for me, Severus?" Korun asked with feigned ignorance.
"Do not address me so informally, Professor Tensil." Severus snapped. The two ministry officials looked at him with hardened eyes.
"Have a seat, Professor." The first one said, indicating the seat in front of Severus' desk. After Korun sat, the auror approached him. "I am Auror Weasley. And this," He continued, pointing to the other, "is Auror Creevey."
"Nice to meet you." Korun said, sounding bored and rolling his eyes. "What is the meaning of this, Sev. . .I mean, Headmaster?"
"You have been accused of raping and physically assaulting one of your colleagues. These men are here to take you to Azkaban to await your trial." Severus said.
"Really, no administering the Vertaserum?" Korun asked.
Severus snorted. "Would you have thought I would have forgotten your own immunity to Vertaserum, Korun?" He said angrily.
"You know that immunity doesn't last forever unless it's maintained, Severus." Korun explained. "After all, it's been over a year since I've had my last dose. Surely a stronger dose would be effective."
Severus was not convinced. But it was not his decision. Creevey spoke up. "We could give it a try." He said, much to the disbelief of Weasley.
"Excuse us a moment." Weasley said, pulling Creevey to the side. "Colin, he still has that history of immunity to Vertaserum. It would probably not be effective." He hissed.
"Bill, he still gets prisoner rights." Colin countered. "How effective do you think they'll see us as doing our job if we don't do it right? I'm worried about Hermione just as much as you are. But we still have to follow procedure."
Reluctantly, Bill nodded. Both men turned to Korun and Severus. Severus looked like he could cast an unforgivable at any moment. "We will administer the stronger concentration of Vertaserum." Bill said.
"I will prepare some." Severus said, not taking his eyes off Korun.
"That would not be a good idea." Colin said. "Since you have a conflict of interest, Headmaster."
Severus' face hardened even more. "Very well." He said after a while of thought. "But Professor Granger should be in the room if she desires it."
"Agreed." Bill said. "I will send for the dosage this evening. We shall reconvene here tomorrow after dinner. In the meantime, Korun, you are officially under house arrest. You are not to leave your quarters for any reason, and you are not to have any contact with anyone except for ministry officials."
"Very well." Korun replied calmly. "Until tomorrow, Headmaster." And he was escorted to his rooms.
~@~
"What?!?" Hermione asked, shooting straight up in bed.
"Hermione calm down." Severus said, getting up to make sure she didn't leave her bed.
"How can I calm down? Now he knows I told. He might do something to Robin." She said, panicked, and trying to get up. She was pushed down as gently as Severus could manage it.
"He's under house arrest until the interrogation, Hermione." Severus said calmly. Her struggles against him decreased slightly. "He won't be able to do anything to anyone. I'm guessing now you never told me because of a threat to Professor Una?"
"No, I was worried about Robin because he might do something nice to her." Hermione said.
"Sarcasm does not fit you." Severus said, sitting on the edge of her bed. At least she had stopped trying to get up. "Hermione. Professor Una is Korun's niece."
"But she only said he was like an uncle to her." Hermione said, thinking back to their conversation before this mess.
"Well, it is quite literal." Severus replied, wondering why Professor Una would only hint at the truth. "I was wondering if you wished to be at the interrogation, Hermione."
"I don't know if I can face him again." She replied.
"It might help you get through this. Knowing that he was going to get what was coming to him." Severus replied.
"He might not." Hermione replied. "You mentioned he had an immunity to Vertaserum. What if this doesn't work?"
"I promise, Hermione. I will make sure that he is punished for what he has done to you." Severus said, clasping her hand in his, staring at them. Hermione could only nod, also lowering her eyes to stare. She took a deep, shuddering breath.
"I want to be there." She said. And he squeezed her hand in reassurance.
~@~
The next evening came, and dinner had just finished. Bill and Colin brought Korun to Severus' office. Hermione sat in a chair beside the Headmaster, tensing when she saw Korun enter. Severus, not looking over, reached for her hand in a show of support. She relaxed slightly.
"Ah, Professor Granger. Fancy seeing you again." Korun said as he was seated in the chair for interrogation.
"I received the Vertaserum this morning." Colin announced. "It has been in my possession since, and therefore, has not been tampered with." Bill nodded his agreement, having been told of its arrival and been with him most of the day. "Bill has also conducted tests to determine that it is, in fact, Vertaserum. It's concentration is at 1000 parts per million." Severus and Korun nodded, and Korun was given an individual dose. After a few moments, his eyes glazed over, and the interrogation began.
"What is your full name?" Bill asked.
"Korun Ugene Tensil." He replied.
"And your age?"
"42."
"Were you a spy for the ministry of magic?"
"Yes."
"All things seem to be in order." Colin said. Bill nodded his agreement.
"Did you attack Professor Hermione Granger?" Bill asked.
There was a tense silence in the room before his answer. "No." Korun finally said.
"Did you rape Professor Hermione Granger?" Bill asked.
"No." Korun said.
"That's not true!" Hermione screamed out, jumping from her seat. Severus pulled her back down, not believing what he was hearing.
"Have you ever thought of attacking Professor Hermione Granger?" Bill asked.
A moment of silence. "Yes." He finally said.
"When?"
"When I first began as a teacher. I still feel the prejudice after being under Voldemort's power for so long." Korun said, voice level and monotone. "I have been trying to fight the prejudice by working with her."
"And do you feel it has helped?"
"Yes." Korun replied.
"Well, I guess that would be it then." Bill said sadly. "Except, I'm afraid, Hermione, that I have to follow procedure when it comes to false accusations of this nature."
"What?" Hermione exclaimed.
"Hold on a second, Weasley." Severus said. He looked at Korun for a moment. From the looks of it, Korun seemed to be completely under the Vertaserum's influence. But there was no way that Hermione was lying. He could feel it. Looking at Hermione with eyes that he hoped said 'trust me', Severus turned back to the two aurors. "Administer Vertaserum to Professor Granger as well."
Hermione was shocked for a moment, but knowing that it would bring out a conflicting story of what happened, it may also bring out the truth. But she's never had Vertaserum before in such a large concentration. Could she remain conscious during the questioning.
"Very well, Headmaster." Bill said. "Hermione, please sit in this chair."
Hermione got up from where she was seated beside Severus, and took her new place. Bill administered an individual dose, and waited for it to take hold. A few minutes later, it looked like she wouldn't last long.
"What is your full name?"
"Hermione Precilia Granger."
"And your age?"
"20."
"Did you make Polyjuice potion in your second year?" Bill asked, hearing the story from Ron, and smiling at the memory. Severus looked slightly startled.
"Yes." She replied, eyes beginning to close. Colin cast a screening spell to make sure that she would be able to receive medical attention in time. He called Madam Pomfrey from the hospital wing, and quietly told her the happenings so she could be prepared.
"Were you attacked by Korun Tensil?"
"Yes." She said.
"Did Korun Tensil rape you?"
"Yes."
Bill and Colin couldn't understand why the stories were conflicting. Severus, however, had a couple of ideas. Ones that would need exploring once Hermione got better. She would no doubt need a few days, considering the level of concentration she was just given.
"Did he display any behaviours that would lead you to believe you were in danger?" Bill asked.
"N-no." Hermione said weakly. Her eyes were beginning to close. Severus could tell she was fighting to remain conscious. She swayed slightly, shaking with the effort to remain upright, and than began to fall off the chair. Luckily, Bill was able to catch her. Severus got up quickly, and picked her up.
"I'm taking her to the hospital wing." He said, going to the fireplace and using the floo connection.
Bill and Colin looked at the glazed over Korun for a moment, trying to figure out what the hell was going on.
A/N:
Sorry about the long wait between chapters. I'm working two jobs right now and am usually so exhausted by the end of it that I just want to pass out. One of them finishes at the end of the month, though, and than I can pick up another one in September. I did add a few things to this chapter, and the next one should be up sometime this week.
Also, with Nate, I was just venting. I don't really care if people say my story sucks or whatnot. I was pissed off at the name-calling. It's an immature display of character. I know I can be an asshole at times, but strangers aren't supposed to know that!!
Anywhoo, I don't know if there are any Sweet Teeth readers reading this story as well. Good news. . .a sequel is in the works. Sequels are hard though. Most of the ideas are put into the original. It may take a bit longer to get the first few chapters and a direction written.
And now, my thanks to my beta readers:
What was he going to do about Korun?
He would love to keep Korun around and do all the things that he had been envisioning since Hermione had first told him what had happened. But it wouldn't do Hermione any good. Nor would it really be a good idea to keep him near students. So, he would have to hand him over to the ministry. And unharmed, unfortunately. Wouldn't do good for the headmaster of a school to be arrested for assault and battery. Parents were already squeamish about him as headmaster anyway. But he had gotten so much support from the members of the Order of Pheonix. Not many would ignore that considering all its members had done and sacrificed for the wizarding world.
Something didn't seem right. Korun, although an absolutely sick excuse for a human being, is very intelligent. There were too many things to go wrong with harming Hermione. It was too risky.
And what the hell was with Robin? That was definitely an unexpected reaction. But Korun is her uncle. It's always hard to believe bad things about the people you thought you knew. But what reason would Hermione have to lie about something like this?
Well, first order of business, a call to the ministry. "How unfortunate I can't rip him to pieces." Severus murmured to himself.
~@~
Korun made his way up to the Headmasters office as soon as he got his summons to do so. He knew exactly what this was about. After all, Robin came to him right away and confirmed what 'lies' Hermione would say about him. Severus would no doubt either have ministry officials there, or he would just attempt to kill him with his own hands.
'No doubt he'd love to.' Korun thought.
Korun had not been a true follower of Voldemort. Sure, he believed that only purebloods should be kept in the wizarding community, and those who could not accept their lower status should either be killed or thrown out of the wizarding world. But the rape and torture were completely unnecessary. Although, when he had a taste of it, it wasn't completely disgusting. It could be nice in moderation.
Voldemort was a good strategist when it came to holding onto his followers, but when it came to actually putting his ideas into action, he was usually worse than that pet snake of his at avoiding to eat the victims afterwards. True, he was a traitor to Voldemort, more so after finding out what his lineage was. How dare he impersonate a pureblood wizard. The bastard got off easy in the end.
But that wasn't important now. What was important was the fact that he would soon become the new leader of the way. It was he who would lead the wizarding world back on to the right track, and eliminate the mudbloods and half bloods that disgrace the name wizard. The time was drawing nearer. He'd been able to keep track of the more respectable wizards and witches who followed the way, and not so much the perversion. Those who were good in strategy, and loyal. They were idealistic, and could easily help to put a permanent barrier between wizard and muggle worlds. There would be no possible way for a muggle to enter, and no way a pureblood could leave. Muggles were the bad influence that helped to infect the twisted ideas that they could all cohabitate.
Perhaps, however, he would allow a small indulgence when it was all over. Severus' whore proved to be rather entertaining.
"Antidisestablishmentarianism." Korun said, shaking his head at the password. At least students wouldn't have been able to visit him easily. . .not that they'd want to. He made his way up the spiral steps, and opened the door to the Headmaster's office. Surprisingly enough, it appeared that he would leave the castle unharmed today, as two ministry officials awaited his arrival with the Headmaster.
"You called for me, Severus?" Korun asked with feigned ignorance.
"Do not address me so informally, Professor Tensil." Severus snapped. The two ministry officials looked at him with hardened eyes.
"Have a seat, Professor." The first one said, indicating the seat in front of Severus' desk. After Korun sat, the auror approached him. "I am Auror Weasley. And this," He continued, pointing to the other, "is Auror Creevey."
"Nice to meet you." Korun said, sounding bored and rolling his eyes. "What is the meaning of this, Sev. . .I mean, Headmaster?"
"You have been accused of raping and physically assaulting one of your colleagues. These men are here to take you to Azkaban to await your trial." Severus said.
"Really, no administering the Vertaserum?" Korun asked.
Severus snorted. "Would you have thought I would have forgotten your own immunity to Vertaserum, Korun?" He said angrily.
"You know that immunity doesn't last forever unless it's maintained, Severus." Korun explained. "After all, it's been over a year since I've had my last dose. Surely a stronger dose would be effective."
Severus was not convinced. But it was not his decision. Creevey spoke up. "We could give it a try." He said, much to the disbelief of Weasley.
"Excuse us a moment." Weasley said, pulling Creevey to the side. "Colin, he still has that history of immunity to Vertaserum. It would probably not be effective." He hissed.
"Bill, he still gets prisoner rights." Colin countered. "How effective do you think they'll see us as doing our job if we don't do it right? I'm worried about Hermione just as much as you are. But we still have to follow procedure."
Reluctantly, Bill nodded. Both men turned to Korun and Severus. Severus looked like he could cast an unforgivable at any moment. "We will administer the stronger concentration of Vertaserum." Bill said.
"I will prepare some." Severus said, not taking his eyes off Korun.
"That would not be a good idea." Colin said. "Since you have a conflict of interest, Headmaster."
Severus' face hardened even more. "Very well." He said after a while of thought. "But Professor Granger should be in the room if she desires it."
"Agreed." Bill said. "I will send for the dosage this evening. We shall reconvene here tomorrow after dinner. In the meantime, Korun, you are officially under house arrest. You are not to leave your quarters for any reason, and you are not to have any contact with anyone except for ministry officials."
"Very well." Korun replied calmly. "Until tomorrow, Headmaster." And he was escorted to his rooms.
~@~
"What?!?" Hermione asked, shooting straight up in bed.
"Hermione calm down." Severus said, getting up to make sure she didn't leave her bed.
"How can I calm down? Now he knows I told. He might do something to Robin." She said, panicked, and trying to get up. She was pushed down as gently as Severus could manage it.
"He's under house arrest until the interrogation, Hermione." Severus said calmly. Her struggles against him decreased slightly. "He won't be able to do anything to anyone. I'm guessing now you never told me because of a threat to Professor Una?"
"No, I was worried about Robin because he might do something nice to her." Hermione said.
"Sarcasm does not fit you." Severus said, sitting on the edge of her bed. At least she had stopped trying to get up. "Hermione. Professor Una is Korun's niece."
"But she only said he was like an uncle to her." Hermione said, thinking back to their conversation before this mess.
"Well, it is quite literal." Severus replied, wondering why Professor Una would only hint at the truth. "I was wondering if you wished to be at the interrogation, Hermione."
"I don't know if I can face him again." She replied.
"It might help you get through this. Knowing that he was going to get what was coming to him." Severus replied.
"He might not." Hermione replied. "You mentioned he had an immunity to Vertaserum. What if this doesn't work?"
"I promise, Hermione. I will make sure that he is punished for what he has done to you." Severus said, clasping her hand in his, staring at them. Hermione could only nod, also lowering her eyes to stare. She took a deep, shuddering breath.
"I want to be there." She said. And he squeezed her hand in reassurance.
~@~
The next evening came, and dinner had just finished. Bill and Colin brought Korun to Severus' office. Hermione sat in a chair beside the Headmaster, tensing when she saw Korun enter. Severus, not looking over, reached for her hand in a show of support. She relaxed slightly.
"Ah, Professor Granger. Fancy seeing you again." Korun said as he was seated in the chair for interrogation.
"I received the Vertaserum this morning." Colin announced. "It has been in my possession since, and therefore, has not been tampered with." Bill nodded his agreement, having been told of its arrival and been with him most of the day. "Bill has also conducted tests to determine that it is, in fact, Vertaserum. It's concentration is at 1000 parts per million." Severus and Korun nodded, and Korun was given an individual dose. After a few moments, his eyes glazed over, and the interrogation began.
"What is your full name?" Bill asked.
"Korun Ugene Tensil." He replied.
"And your age?"
"42."
"Were you a spy for the ministry of magic?"
"Yes."
"All things seem to be in order." Colin said. Bill nodded his agreement.
"Did you attack Professor Hermione Granger?" Bill asked.
There was a tense silence in the room before his answer. "No." Korun finally said.
"Did you rape Professor Hermione Granger?" Bill asked.
"No." Korun said.
"That's not true!" Hermione screamed out, jumping from her seat. Severus pulled her back down, not believing what he was hearing.
"Have you ever thought of attacking Professor Hermione Granger?" Bill asked.
A moment of silence. "Yes." He finally said.
"When?"
"When I first began as a teacher. I still feel the prejudice after being under Voldemort's power for so long." Korun said, voice level and monotone. "I have been trying to fight the prejudice by working with her."
"And do you feel it has helped?"
"Yes." Korun replied.
"Well, I guess that would be it then." Bill said sadly. "Except, I'm afraid, Hermione, that I have to follow procedure when it comes to false accusations of this nature."
"What?" Hermione exclaimed.
"Hold on a second, Weasley." Severus said. He looked at Korun for a moment. From the looks of it, Korun seemed to be completely under the Vertaserum's influence. But there was no way that Hermione was lying. He could feel it. Looking at Hermione with eyes that he hoped said 'trust me', Severus turned back to the two aurors. "Administer Vertaserum to Professor Granger as well."
Hermione was shocked for a moment, but knowing that it would bring out a conflicting story of what happened, it may also bring out the truth. But she's never had Vertaserum before in such a large concentration. Could she remain conscious during the questioning.
"Very well, Headmaster." Bill said. "Hermione, please sit in this chair."
Hermione got up from where she was seated beside Severus, and took her new place. Bill administered an individual dose, and waited for it to take hold. A few minutes later, it looked like she wouldn't last long.
"What is your full name?"
"Hermione Precilia Granger."
"And your age?"
"20."
"Did you make Polyjuice potion in your second year?" Bill asked, hearing the story from Ron, and smiling at the memory. Severus looked slightly startled.
"Yes." She replied, eyes beginning to close. Colin cast a screening spell to make sure that she would be able to receive medical attention in time. He called Madam Pomfrey from the hospital wing, and quietly told her the happenings so she could be prepared.
"Were you attacked by Korun Tensil?"
"Yes." She said.
"Did Korun Tensil rape you?"
"Yes."
Bill and Colin couldn't understand why the stories were conflicting. Severus, however, had a couple of ideas. Ones that would need exploring once Hermione got better. She would no doubt need a few days, considering the level of concentration she was just given.
"Did he display any behaviours that would lead you to believe you were in danger?" Bill asked.
"N-no." Hermione said weakly. Her eyes were beginning to close. Severus could tell she was fighting to remain conscious. She swayed slightly, shaking with the effort to remain upright, and than began to fall off the chair. Luckily, Bill was able to catch her. Severus got up quickly, and picked her up.
"I'm taking her to the hospital wing." He said, going to the fireplace and using the floo connection.
Bill and Colin looked at the glazed over Korun for a moment, trying to figure out what the hell was going on.
A/N:
Sorry about the long wait between chapters. I'm working two jobs right now and am usually so exhausted by the end of it that I just want to pass out. One of them finishes at the end of the month, though, and than I can pick up another one in September. I did add a few things to this chapter, and the next one should be up sometime this week.
Also, with Nate, I was just venting. I don't really care if people say my story sucks or whatnot. I was pissed off at the name-calling. It's an immature display of character. I know I can be an asshole at times, but strangers aren't supposed to know that!!
Anywhoo, I don't know if there are any Sweet Teeth readers reading this story as well. Good news. . .a sequel is in the works. Sequels are hard though. Most of the ideas are put into the original. It may take a bit longer to get the first few chapters and a direction written.
And now, my thanks to my beta readers: