Disclaimer: See chapter 1
Severus roused; his sleep-addled brain became aware of a warm and unfamiliar weight across his chest.
Sirius.
They slept together in his chambers that night, cuddled close, relieved that their love hadn't been lost in the heat of that argument.
His brain slowly caught up.
It was their wedding day today. He checked the time on the clock on his bedside table.
8:15
There was plenty of time. Enough time for a leisurely breakfast. Then get ready and get married.
Simple
No fussing around.
Sirius' breath tickled his neck and resisted the urge to wriggle in response.
Severus also became aware of his love's morning arousal digging heavily into his leg.
He could feel the rigid length through Sirius' boxers.
He'd not actually seen him fully naked yet. They had avoided it to prevent temptation.
Tonight would be the first time, for both of them.
The thought of allowing Sirius' cock into his body unnerved him a little.
No, truth be told, it unnerved him a lot.
He knew it would hurt the first time but he had consoled himself that least he'd be initiated by a skilled and experienced lover and he had no doubts about Sirius' skill in that particular area. His reputation a lover was legendary, even from as far back as their days at Hogwarts.
He was purported to be a demon in the sack.
A thought occurred to him. It was strange how he'd automatically assumed that he would be the passive partner. They'd never discussed the dynamics of their relationship; again the temptation factor preventing it.
Did he want to be passive?
"Yes." He thought honestly
Did Sirius want him to bottom?
What if Sirius wanted him to top? But somehow, he couldn't quite visiualise him being passive.
Sirius wasn't anyone's bitch
An image formed in his mind's eye of him leaning over his lover; pounding into his body, lovingly caressing all of his naked flesh.
He groaned longingly.
He wasn't totally adverse to that idea either, if truth be told.
His own flesh was now as equally aroused as his lover's.
"Ah, you're up as well." Sirius murmured.
He flushed, knowing very well that's not what Sirius was implying.
He moved to get up out of bed but Sirius prevented his flight with a long good morning kiss.
"You do realise that this time tomorrow morning you will be Professor Severus Black? Happily married potions master of Howgarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry." He grinned happily.
"You do realise that tomorrow you're bachelor days will be over and you'll be stuck with me forever." Severus said wryly, a faint trace of self doubt could be heard in his voice.
"I'm counting on it lover, and stop that. I'm one damn lucky bloke to be getting you as a husband. It's me that should be worried. You're being lumbered with one mangy old mutt."
"Oh, I dunno. I'm thinking two for the price of one! Not only am I getting a husband but I'm getting a dog as a bonus. I just hope that you're house-trained."
Sirius laughed heartily.
House elves brought breakfast to their room and they ate at a relaxed pace in their house robes. Only later, showering and changing into their wedding attire.
In tune with the venue and the personalities of the intendeds; they decided to marry in their house colours. Both choosing frock coat ensembles, topped off with matching dress robes. Sirius' were rich claret, trimmed with gold; whilst Severus wore bottled green with silver piping.
The wedding rings were heavy gold bands embossed with both the Gryffindor lion and the Slytherin serpent, representing the amalgamation of the two great houses.
After admiring themselves excited, they walked together towards the Great Hall; their arms linked. Starting as they meant to go on.
United.
Dumbledore conducted the wedding ceremony and Sirius and Severus exchanged their vows, looking adoringly at each other throughout.
"I believe it is traditional to exchange kisses to seal the union." Albus offered fondly as he reached the end of the sermon.
Severus shyly leaned forward to accept a brief chaste kiss; however Sirius obviously had other ideas. Not content with displaying some modicum of decorum, Sirius launched himself towards his new husband and firmly attached his lips to that of his mate's. The lips plundered, his tongue snaking out; demanding entry to the soft tissues of Severus' mouth. The Marauder maraudering.
Abruptly ending the kiss, he turned to the guests and spoke, leaving slightly stunned and thoroughly kissed Snape swaying dazedly.
"We would like to thank you, dear friends and colleagues for coming today and would be honoured if you could all to bear witness to what I am about to do." Sirius turned back towards his husband and brought Severus' hand up to his lips. He kissed it gently and spoke clearly.
"I, Sirius Black of the noble and most ancient house of Black, do declare my love to you my husband, Severus Black. To demonstrate the depth of that love in front of these witnesses here present, I therefore invoke the Eternus fidelitas oath."
A loud bang sounded throughout the hall as the magical oath was sealed.
"Forever my love." Sirius whispered lovingly.
"Forever."