"Out of my way!" Severus growled at some second year Hufflepuffs. "25 points from Hufflepuff!"
Severus was in a very touchy mood. He was prowling around the castle like a hawk, leaping on anyone who so much as looked at him wrong. Today was his wedding day and he was about to meet with Hermione's parents who had just arrived at the castle. He was a bit nervous but overall he was just in a very bad mood from stress. Hermione was still in his room getting ready. She had been trying to pick out something to wear for over an hour. He had finally gotten fed up and left the room before he snapped at her. He was now waiting impatiently outside his quarters for her to come out. When she finally did he snapped "about time".
"A nice greeting to give me on our wedding day." Hermione said, snickering at him. She was amused by how nervous he was about meeting her parents. She took his hand. "It will be fine, my Dad won't be too angry. Just don't lose your temper and don't say anything rash and everything will be okay."
Severus mumbled something and then they set off to the Room of Requirement, where they were going to be meeting Hermione's parents. Dumbledore didn't want anyone to see Hermione, Snape and her parents together. The Room of Requirement ensured them secrecy. Hermione dragged Severus over to it and opened the door. She was greeted by her Mother rushing towards her and giving her a huge hug. Her Mother then looked at her pregnant stomach and burst into tears.
"It's okay Mom, really. This is Severus, my fiancé." Hermione said.
Her Mother wiped her eyes and then held out a shaky hand to Severus who shook it. "Nice to meet you" She said a little stiffly.
Her Father then came over and Severus held out his hand first, wanting to make a good impression. "It's a pleasure to meet you Mr. Granger."
Hermione's father gave him a curt nod and then turned to Hermione. "Please explain how this happened."
Hermione went into the whole story, explaining every detail, which took at least fifteen minutes. "I love Severus. I love him more than anything in the world and I want to marry him. I want to spend the rest of my life with him." She concluded.
Severus looked at both her parents after she had finished speaking. He then put his arm around Hermione who looked like she was holding back tears and said "I love you daughter as well. It may seem like I am much too old for her, but I can't stop my feelings for her. I will take care of her and always be there for her. She doesn't have to worry about financial situations; I have that well taken care of. I can provide a life of luxury for her and her baby. I will never leave Hermione, never." He finished with a look of fierce love in his eyes.
Hermione's mother had softened her expression. She looked at Severus and said. "I'm not saying I approve of what she had done, but I can tell that you care for her deeply. I just wanted to….to welcome you to the family."
Mr. Granger looked like he was deeply struggling with something when he finally muttered the words painfully. "I suppose so…..welcome to the family."
Hermione hugged both her mother and her father. "This means a lot to me you know. Especially you dad. I was worried you might murder Severus" Hermione laughed.
Mr. Granger managed a smile and said. "Well that idea wasn't far from my mind."
"Okay" Hermione said. "Me and Severus have to get back now. I have to start getting ready now. I'll see you later at the wedding."
Her parents waved her goodbye, her mother crying again and her father still looking a bit grim. He hadn't accepted it easily and Hermione knew he probably had only told Severus welcome to the family to make her happy. She didn't care though, as long as they were at the wedding.
It was 6 o'clock and Hermione had the wedding planned for midnight. She had always wanted a midnight wedding. Right now she was going to go back to Severus' room and her and Ginny were going to start getting ready in a little bit. She had told Severus that he wasn't allowed to see her again until she walked down the isle. He had already gathered all the stuff he needed to get ready from his rooms and was going to change, again, in the teacher's common room.
They were going to get married in front of the lake beside a huge willow tree (not the whomping willow!) Afterward they were going to have the reception in the Great Hall and then she and Severus were going to go to his cottage on the edge of Hogsmeade. She was apprehensive and excited about the thought of living with him. She didn't know what it would be like.
She entered Severus' chambers and saw that Ginny was already there waiting for her. She had also brought along her huge trusty make-up bag and Hermione's wedding dress. The dress had been her mother's old one and it was GORGEOUS. It was a simple, of white v-neck dress. It was and floor length with a delicate floral embroidered bust. The dress was a flowy silky material that Hermione loved. She remembered dreaming about wearing the dress when she was little and now it was coming true.
"I would kill for a wedding gown like this Hermione!" Ginny shrieked, running her fingers of the silky fabric. "It's beautiful and I know just how to do your hair that will go perfect with this."
Ginny waited while Hermione showered and washed her hair. She put on some boxer shorts and t-shirt and came out with a towel wrapped around her head. Ginny took out a brush and slowly began the laborious task of brushing through Hermione's curls. Once they were brushed she performed a drying charm and set to work. She pulled and yanked at Hermione's hair and Hermione tried to raise no objection. She knew how Ginny could get when there was hair and make-up involved. After almost an hour Ginny finally sighed happily and said "Done. It's gorgeous! Go look for yourself."
Hermione went into the bathroom and was amazed at what a good job Ginny had done. She had transformed her unruly frizzy curls into soft flowing waves that cascaded down her back. Each hair was in perfect place and shone with intense vitality. She walked out of the bathroom and was just about to tell Ginny what a good job she had done when the door opened. It was Mrs. Weasley, looking very harassed.
"Hermione dear!" She said running over and taking her into her arms. "I just can't believe you're getting married! And pregnant, oh a baby I just cant believe it. But you look wonderful, you're positively glowing." She looked her up and down inspecting her and finally let her go, Hermione must have passed. "Okay well let's get ready for this wedding. I can see Hermione already did your hair but I brought these." She had a huge handful of beautiful flowers. "I just don't think a veil would do. I think we should put these flowers in your hair. They would look beautiful and would go wonderful with your dress."
Hermione had no say in what happened now that Mrs. Weasley was here. Mrs. Weasley clucked and petted her like a mother hen, twisting all the flowers into her hair until they formed a beautiful wreath around her head.
"There." She said, satisfied. "You just look so…." Mrs. Weasley broke off into tears, typical. "I just can't believe you're getting married. You just seem so young. I mean I can't imagine Ron getting married and you're his same age."
Ginny patted Mrs. Weasley on the back until she dissolved into hiccups. "We'll be okay here mum. You go up and make sure everyone is getting the reception ready like they are supposed to. I'll tell you when Hermione is ready."
"Oh, alright." She sniffed. She then kissed Hermione on the forehead. "Good luck dear."
Ginny rolled her eyes a bit. "Mum gets upset over everything. I knew she would be in tears sooner or later."
Hermione giggled and said. "Okay well make-up time I guess. I can't believe I'm actually agreeing to make-up."
Ginny pulled her into the bathroom and applied her make-up again. This time she applied a different color blush that gave Hermione the appearance of a blushing virgin. She also curled her eyelashes so the seemed to go on forever. Hermione was almost ready; the last part was just the dress.
She stripped down and Ginny pulled it over her head, avoiding her make-up so it didn't rub off on the delicate material. All Hermione wore under the dress was a simple pair of white panties.
Despite Hermione's small bump, it looked like the dress was made for her. She looked like a Goddess.
Ginny had already fixed her fiery curls up on top of her head and put on her light green gown. She looked beautiful as usual.
"Oh, I forgot to ask you, who is going to be the best man?" Ginny asked.
"You won't believe who it is. Remus Lupin." Hermione said. "Apparently they have made up and become "friends" or at least as close to it as Severus ever could have."
"Wow" Ginny said, looking extremely surprised. "I thought them two would always hate each other, but I guess you can't hold grudges forever."
"Yeah, I guess so. What time is it anyways?"
"10:30, time for some last minute stuff." Ginny took some perfume and spritzed Hermione all over. "Now Severus won't be able to resist you." She said grinning devishly.
Meanwhile, Severus had started pacing again. He was already dressed in his plain black tuxedo, white shirt and black tie. He was ready to go. He looked at his clock and saw 11:30. Almost time. People were already being seated out by the willow tree outside. He was so nervous he didn't know what to do with himself. He cursed, Severus Snape never got nervous. Get yourself together, this is nothing to get worked up over he tried to convince himself.
"Calm down Severus." Said the calm voice of Remus Lupin. "Everything will be fine. Stop getting yourself so worked up."
"Yes well you wouldn't know considering you have never been married Lupin." Severus said in a softly deceptive voice. He then stalked away. Lupin didn't take offense to what Severus had said, after all, he was Severus Snape and he was very stressed Severus Snape at that.
Severus walked way into an isolated spot and took deep breaths to calm himself. He stayed there until he had relaxed and then looked down at his watch. It's time he thought.
It's time Hermione thought. It was time for her to walk down the isle. She took her fathers arm and he kissed her on the cheek and whispered to her "I love you sweetheart."
Hermione stepped outside and began the short walk that would lead her to where the wedding or handfasting was going to take place, which was beside the willow. There were very few people there, just the way she wanted it. Her parents, almost all of the Weasley's, Luna, Neville, Andreas and Harry. They had decided it could no longer be kept secret, even though they weren't exactly going to invite the whole school. Severus, Remus, Dumbledore (who would have them say their vows.) and Ginny were already there looking at her as she made her way down. When she entered the isle she was enveloped in warmth, not only from the heating charm that Dumbledore had cast, but also from Severus' eyes. He was staring at her with a blazing look as she walked down the isle. She parted with her father and went to stand in front of him.
Dumbledore smiled and looked between them and then began his blessing.
"Do you, Severus, take Hermione to be your wife,
to be her constant friend,
her partner in life, and her true love?
To love her without reservation,
honor and respect her,
protect her from harm,
comfort her in times of distress,
and to grow with her in mind and spirit?"
Severus looked Hermione straight in the eye and said without hesitation. "Yes, I do."
"Do you, Hermione, take Severus to be your husband,
to be his constant friend,
his partner in life, and his true love?
To love him without reservation,
honor and respect him,
protect him from harm,
comfort him in times of distress,
and to grow with him in mind and spirit?"
"Yes, I do." Said Hermione.
Severus then took the ring out and said "I commit myself to the bond and unique relationship that exists between us, and pledge to keep it alive. As this ring has no end, neither shall my love for you"
Hermione repeated the vows and then Severus slipped the beautiful ring on her finger.
Dumbledore then said. "I pronounce you husband and wife. You may now kiss the bride to seal your pledge."
Severus leaned down and took her mouth in a sweet kiss of love and commitment. When he pulled away she was breathless and happier than she could ever remember being.
The handfasting was now complete. They walked out hand in hand as the rest of the people got to make there way to the reception in the Great Hall.
The reception was very small but still beautiful. There were flowers everywhere. Mostly orchid, in every color imaginable, since they were Hermione's favorite. There was a huge table stacked with delicacies and in the center was Severus and Hermione's two tier wedding cake. As was custom, Severus and Hermione cut the first pieces.
Hermione held hers in her hand as Severus fed her his piece of cake; she then turned to him and smiled. When she gave him his cake she deliberately got it all over his nose.
He smiled grimly "Was that really necessary Hermione."
"No, but this is." She kissed his nose and licked all of the creamy white icing off.
The rest of the people went off the get their cake when the first song started playing.
"Severus do you remember this song! It's the first song we danced to!"
"Go on Hermione" Her mother said. "The bride and groom always get the first dance."
Everyone else started urging them onto the dance floor and Severus had to agree.
We'll bathe in rose petals, red
And lie in violet lilac beds
And through the darkness of the night
We'll watch our future shining bright
And out of everyone I've met
It's you I can't forget
And there was a time my heart was aching
Yes there was the day I swore it was breaking
Under a lucky star our love was born brand new
And in the shadows of the night
I'll trace your silhouette in candlelight
And if you fall asleep when you rise
I'll be there to kiss your eyes
And now my heart is in your hand
So baby, understand
And there was a time my heart was aching
Yes there was the day I swore it was breaking
Under a lucky star our love was born brand new
So don't cry, Angel
I will stay the whole night through
Forevermore, I'll be loving you
And there was a time my heart was aching
Yes there was the day I swore it was breaking
Under a lucky star our love was born brand new
So don't cry, Angel
I will stay the whole night through
Forevermore, I'll be loving you
Forevermore, I'll be loving you
Severus took Hermione delicately around the waist and swayed to the music with her. He held her closely, loving her more now than he ever had. The breathed in the sweet scent of her skin and for the first time it truly hit him. This beautiful creature was his wife. She was Hermione Snape now.
"Hermione Snape" He whispered in her ear.
"It is quite catchy isn't it?" Hermione said, laughing a little. "It might take a while to get used to, but I think I might grow to love it." She looked up at him, her eyes sparkling.
Severus once again buried his face into her smooth neck and danced with her through the whole song. Once they were done every one else got to dancing to the rest. Hermione danced with her father, and much to Severus' displeasure, Harry and Ron. She didn't want this night to end, but of course it had to. Finally at about 4 o'clock in the morning everyone thought it was time to wind things down. Her and Severus were going to go back to his cottage, ready to begin there new lives.
"Are you ready to go?" Severus whispered in her ear.
"I am" And she truly was ready.
Severus took her hand and led her outside where Dumbledore had a surprise for both of them,
"Wow" Hermione whispered softly.
Dumbledore had taken the liberty of arranging them a carriage to take them to Severus' cottage. It was different from the school carriages. This one was pure white with intricate carvings, but it was still pulled by thestrals.
Dumbledore walked up and said with his eyes twinkling. "I couldn't have you walk or take a portkey there. How unromantic that would be, and rather uncomfortable for our young pregnant Hermione."
Even Severus looked surprised. "Thank You Headmaster." He said.
Hermione and Severus got into the carriage and were soon at his cottage in less than five minutes. They got out and stepped into Severus' house. He went to go light a fire while Hermione had a look around. It was a little bare, all of her stuff had already been brought here and unpacked but it still needed decorating. The cottage had two bedrooms, one bath, a small kitchen and a cozy living room. It wasn't huge but it was big enough.
Hermione felt a bit awkward standing in Severus' home while he was in the kitchen making tea. What would they do?
"Would you like some tea Hermione?"
"Sure" She came and sat down at the table beside him, looking anywhere but him and wondering what to do.
"So" he said. "Like I said. This place isn't huge but I think it will be big enough for us."
"Oh, yeah it's perfect. I mean we can buy stuff and we can make the extra room into a baby's room and then we can refurbish in here and we can buy some decorations and……
The last words were caught in her mouth as he leaned over and kissed her passionately. Her body responded instantly and she grew hot all over. Her body ached with passion and she pulled away. Scared by her feelings. She all of a sudden felt dirty.
"How can you want me Severus? How can you want me when I am used and filthy? I'm used by Lucius."
Severus suddenly looked angry, but the anger was not directed at her. "Oh Hermione you are anything but used to me. You are fresh, ripe and succulent. And how could you think that I don't want you. I have longed to be with you for so long. I have longed to take you and make love to you. I want you." There was a fever burning in his eyes as he picked her up and kissed her again. He then carried her into the bedroom and laid her down onto the bed.
She suddenly felt her fear melting away as she looked up at his warm, inviting eyes. "I think I'm ready Severus."
He took her face in his hands, kissing her tenderly and rubbing his fingers delicately through her hair and over her face. He took her bottom lip in his teeth and she moaned with desire. She writhed under him as he started trailing kisses along her neck, her hands digging into his back. He ran his fingers down her body until he found where her dress was bunched up under her, and slid his hand up her smooth warm thigh. She shivered in response to him, digging her fingernails harder into his back.
She pulled away from him slightly and pulled off his blazer and tie quickly, she then started grappling with the buttons on his shirt and quickly had that off and in the floor too. She ran her fingers down his smooth chest and he sighed in pleasure. His blood was pounding with desire from her touch.
He slowly started sliding the dress up her body until it reached her pregnant belly and she pulled it down with a start.
"Hermione what is it?"
"I don't want you to see me like this. You won't want me with my stomach being so fat."
He laughed at her. "Hermione this is not fat to me. This is pure beauty. When I see your round stomach I see only the growth of our sweet child." He then ravaged her mouth with more kisses and completed in taking her dress off. He looked down and took in the site of her milky white breasts and her round swollen belly. She was perfection. He took one of her breast in his mouth, running his tongue across it and taking the nipple between his teeth. She bucked her hips up against him as he did this and let out a moan of pleasure as her hands scrabbled to unbutton his pants. When she couldn't do it fast enough, he did it for her. Leaving her in just her panties and him in just his black boxers.
He kissed her neck again, eliciting more moans of pleasure and as he worked his way down past her bare breast. Tickling her naval with his tongue as he began his slow descent. Hermione was completely lost to the world in her pleasure. Not one thought of Lucius crossed her mind as she felt Snape's warm, wet mouth running across her stomach.
Severus had reached the edge of her panties and he slowly slid them off. She lifted her hips to make it easier and he looked at his prize. He placed his hands on her touching and teasing her before he slid his fingers into her. She gasped as he found her core and her fingers gripped the sheets, her knuckles turning white. He then lowered his head and used his tongue to caress her. She felt his hot tongue sliding in and out of her and thought she would burst with pleasure. She grabbed his arms and pulled him up, he looked at her quizzically wondering if he had gone to far and breached some invisible barrier.
"I want you now Severus." She said, her eyes burning with white hot passion. "I want you to make love to me." She reached down and slipped off his boxers, leaving both of them now fully exposed.
"Are you sure?" He said, trembling with desire.
"Yes, I want you."
He placed himself over her and kissed her with wild abandoned passion on her mouth. He then slowly slid himself into her. She cried out in half pleasure, half pain. They both started to slowly move with each other. He thrust into her with unbridled passion and she moved her hips to meet him. He moved faster and faster losing himself into her. He heard her whimper and then slowed himself, not wanting to scare her and whispered "you are safe". She let out a breath and they both rose to meet each other again. She cried out in pleasure when she finally came and it was the most beautiful feeling in the world as she felt the warmth rush out of her. Severus released seconds after her and they collapsed, exhausted together on the sheets.
Severus stayed awake hours after Hermione had fallen asleep and just stared at her sleeping form, trying to take in the information that she was his. She was his incredible, clever, witty, beautiful wife.
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