Part Five – A Bath
They both lay in the bath, basking in the water's warmth. Hermione sat in the space between Remus' legs, leaning back against his chest. Her eyes were closed and a lazy smile was on her face.
"I could stay like this forever."
"Oh, but I thought you hated your skin going all wrinkly?" Remus teased.
"Well… I suppose I could put up with it… as long as you're here, too."
He smiled, lifting a hand from the edge of the bath to cup her breast. His thumb moved over her nipple gently, and she sighed in relaxation. His other hand moved around her waist below the water level, stroking softly at the skin there.
"…there are other benefits, too, I suppose," she breathed, her head moving to one side so she could take a small glance at him.
He smiled and leant his head down, kissing her below her ear, where he knew she loved to be kissed. "Hmm, there are indeed," he agreed.
"Love you," she breathed. "Let's never move."
"I love you, too, Hermione," he replied. He kissed her again, in the same place as before, before moving to whisper in her ear. "Marry me?"
A/N: Up next is Part Six - Bed.