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Chapter 16
The pool area at Wellington Castle was not recognizable from what it was the day before. It looked like a completely different place. And a word to simply describe it on top of all words was romantic.
On one side of the pool, the picnic table had been transfigured into something more elegant. A single round table, that was able to seat Severus and Hermione, along with their guests. At the center of the table was a colorful summer arrangement of tulips. Around the centerpiece was a circle of white tea candles.
Not far from the table was the food, beverage and cake table. It wasn't a buffet table since waiters were going to serve the items. The cake stood tall, with its white icing, with its vanilla sponge and raspberry filling. At the top of course was a big white and pink tulip.
On the other side of the pool, there was a small dance floor. On one side, was a three man orchestra, and on the other was a muggle stereo sound system. Wonderful music was going to play the entire night.
From one end of the pool to the other, there was an aisle that went down the center of the pool. The edge of the aisle was lined with pink and white tulips. The aisle led up to a round gazebo, which was covered with vines of more pink and white tulips. In the pool water, pink rose petals floated along with white candles. When the sun would go down, the candle lights would be dancing in the water with the rose petals.
Narcissa and Minerva really did spectacular on the wedding plans and designs.
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Severus hitched a breath when he saw Hermione walk down the aisle with her grandfather. She was the beautiful person that he had ever seen. The white gown that she was wearing had captured her figure in all the right places. Her veil was thin enough, that he was still able to see her face. She had a small smile on, with a few tears.
"Pretty isn't she?" Draco said as he leaned towards godfather. He was his best man. And with how close he saw Severus and Hermione yesterday, he knew well that he wouldn't break her heart.
All Severus could do was nod. He couldn't take his eyes off Hermione. It seemed as if he was hypnotized by her. Who wouldn't be?
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Hermione had tears flowing down her eyes behind the veil. As she walked down the aisle on her grandfather's arm, she wished it was both her parents that were walking down with her, and giving her to Severus, as it was custom with all weddings for parents to do. It could not happen though. Still her parents were with her, deep in her heart, and she knew it. About an hour ago, when she was getting ready in her room, her grandfather had given her a letter.
Dear Hermione,
How is my little girl? It is your wedding day today, and it should be the happiest day in your life. You and I knew that I wouldn't be able to walk with you down the aisle. It doesn't mean though that I, and your mother are not present. We are there with you, in your heart, and watching down here from heaven for you.
Severus is a good man Hermione. Despite him being a heartless person as some people might think, you and I know better. He is a man of his word, and he does have a heart. He wouldn't sacrifice himself for you if he had no heart.
I know how you wanted to marry for love. It will come around later on, trust me. He will love you and you will love him.
Be strong, and don't give up on hope.
Love,
Your Father
Hermione felt her heart beat faster and her stomach flutter when she saw Severus waiting for her at the gazebo. He was dressed in his white robes, with his hair tied back with a black ribbon. If he looked strikingly handsome the other day, he looked all the more better now. She could see him smile at her, as he stood tall, waiting for her. She had seen him smile rarely the past few days at her, but when he did, it made her feel better, knowing that he would mostly smile at her, and her alone.
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Albus's eyes twinkled brightly as he commenced the wedding ceremony. Hermione and Severus were perfect for each other he noticed of the past few days. Who would have thought? Now he would not have to keep on insisting for Severus to find a decent woman in his life, and marry. There was no need for more meddling.
He and Minerva had always looked at Severus like a son. They cared for him deeply despite his sour personality. With his dreadful past, they always wanted him to have some sort of happiness in his life. Severus did deserve happiness like everyone. The God's above made it possible for him to find it with Hermione.
"And now the rings," Albus said as he turned to face Draco who gave him the rings. He then gave Severus Hermione's ring.
"I, Severus Snape bind thee," Severus said as he slipped on the ring on Hermione.
Albus gave Hermione Severus's ring, and gestured her to do the same, for she seemed nervous.
"I, Hermione Wellington, heir to the throne of the British Wizarding World bind thee," she said. With shaky fingers and hands, she managed to slip Severus's ring.
"I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride," Albus beamed brightly at Severus.
Severus glared at the meddling fool. Of course he knew he could kiss his bride. Finally! He pushed up Hermione's veil over her head, and not surprisingly, he saw tears coming from her eyes. He knew though that they were happy tears for he couldn't feel her sadness. With both his hands, he gently cupped Hermione's face in them, and lowered his lips to meet hers. "Damn your tears!" he hissed against her lips, tasting them slightly.
"Shut up and kiss me!" she murmured quietly against his lips. She knew he was teasing.
Severus smiled against her lips, and could do nothing but oblige. He firmly planted his lips on hers. His tongue then wiped along the bottom of her lip, then its opening, asking permission to enter. Soon enough he was going to taste the sweetness beneath her lips.
Hermione gladly opened her lips, and allowed his tongue to enter her mouth. She felt it as it softly teased hers, tasting her, as she tasted him. Kissing Severus was so much more different than kissing Ron that's for sure. His kiss was so gentle, compared to Ron's slobbering. She could kiss Severus forever, and didn't want it to end.
As they kissed, strings of bright white and gold lights encircled around them. It became brighter and brighter as the kiss continued, blinding and shocking everyone around them. This signified how strong their bond was. When the kiss ended, Severus and Hermione slowly pulled apart, looking deep into each other's eyes.
Again, they felt the emotions of one another. This time though it was different. They felt each other's happiness, bringing a smile on their faces.
"Ladies and Gentlemen, I introduce to you, Prince Severus Snape and Princess Hermione Wellington-Snape," Albus exclaimed with much joy. He and the others applauded loudly for the new couple.
Severus put an arm around his wife's waist and pulled her against him. He and Hermione both waived at the small crowd, as Remus continued to take shots of the new wedded couple. He was appointed the official photographer of the wedding, which he could not say no to.
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AN – The ceremony is now over. Hope you liked or loved it. Now their bond is complete and they can now feel each other's positive feelings. It's not all negative anymore. -smiles- Next chapter is the reception of course. Review!