A/N: I'm so sorry for the late chapter, but I had no idea how I would write this one. Hope everyone had a happy new year! Love you all and thank you for the reviews. Happy reading:)
also, this chapter was posted, but it went wonky. Here it is.
Hermione crept towards the blank space of wall, checking the hall before closing her eyes and walking back and forth in front of it.
"Some place safe and hidden. Some place safe and hidden. Some place safe and hidden.
A door formed and she hurried towards it, throwing open the door and rushing in before pulling it closed. She didn't want anyone in Hogwarts to see her.
She turned to face the room and shrieked, covering her own mouth to silence it.
There, in front of her, was a large group of students. Studying their faces, she realized that they were mainly members of the DA.
"Uh, hey guys," she stuttered.
Neville strode forward with his wand drawn, trailed after by Ginny and Luna.
"Name?"
She smiled in relief, thankful that Harry had shared their system with him.
"Hermione Jean Granger."
"Proof?"
She waved her wand, casting a silent patronus. Her otter flipped in the air before dissipating.
She heard a squeal and then her arms were full of an excited red-head.
"Hey, Gin," she greeting, hugging her back just as tightly.
"Mionee! You've been gone for ages! Are you alright?" Ginny released her quickly, checking her over for injuries, "Has something happened?"
"No, I'm-"
"Is it Harry?" she asked, eyes wide and fearful, "How is he doing? His mate accepted him, right? Oh, Herm! I've been so worried! I-"
"Ginevra! Everything is fine. Harry and his mate are safe. I'm here so that I can look for something here, and so that Harry and his mate can have some alone time. Their bond is delicate at this stage and I'm seen as a potential threat."
Ginny nodded, hugging her again.
"I'm glad you're okay. I've missed you," she pulled away to snap her fingers, "Hungry? We were just about to eat."
Kreacher appeared with a large tray, setting things at the table in the center of the room.
"What is this place?"
Ginny smiled, grabbing her arm to drag her to their meal.
"This is our safe haven," she said, "This is where we train for the upcoming war and hide from the Carrows."
"Snape really is trying to keep them off of everybody's back, you know," Hermione told them, "But he can't blow his cover."
"Snape is a traitor and a coward," Neville spat.
"No!" she corrected, "He is a strong man, loyal to Harry. I promise. He's helping Harry."
"You seem awfully protective of him," Ginny observed, an odd emotion playing in her voice.
Hermione huffed.
"He is my mentor," she replied, "He helped me a lot after I sent my parents away."
She nodded, seemingly at ease.
"Well, I don't trust him, but if Harry says he's okay, we won't hurt him."
Hermione smiled, slinging an arm around Ginny's shoulder.
"That's the spirit."
Remus blinked groggily, confused at why he was laying on the floor.
He sat up, looking at the place Snape was standing in.
"Sev-" he broke off, eyebrows crinkled in thought, "You-"
He gasped.
"He stunned me!" he growled, "This is unforgivable!"
Severus stumbled forward into Remus' arms, shivering.
"Rem," he whispered, "Please."
"I will tear him-"
"Rem," Severus choked, swallowing a sob, "Please."
Remus stopped, bringing a hand to rub at Severus' back.
"What is it, Sev?" he asked softly, "Are you hurt?"
"Inside," he whispered, "Please stay."
Remus stood, bringing Severus with him to guide him to their bedroom.
"Okay," he soothed, "I'll stay. Let's lay down. You can tell me after you rest."
""You won't leave?"
Remus banished both of their clothes, crawling into bed after laying Severus down.
"I won't leave."
Remus covered them and pulled Severus to his chest.
Severus nuzzled into his neck, trying to absorb as much body heat from his lover as possible.
"Good."
"I love you," Remus whispered.
Severus was already asleep.
A/N: Is Nagini dead? Will Hermione find the next horcrux? Reviews are appreciated. Lot's of love.
Next question: should I rewrite the first intimate Drarry scene so that it is not in first person? Answer in the reviews! Happy Reading! :)