"Abby, your house team is going to be at a great disadvantage without you", Albus said softly as he brought dishes of food to the table.
"I know...It's not just quidditch I'm not going back to", Abby said shifting under Draco's arm.
"What do you mean", Severus said, watching Abby closely from across the table.
There was a long silence, until Abby spoke softly.
"Hogwarts, I'm not going back."
Then entire kitchen went silent, all eyes were on Abby.
"Abby", Severus started, but stopped speaking. He wasn't entirely sure how to go about this.
"Love, you need to go back to Hogwarts. Finishing your education is an important part of your future", Eileen said, taking over for Severus.
"I missed two months of school last term, I'm sure I'm going to have to repeat my classes. Besides, I missed the O.W.L.S.", Abby said, shifting her gaze to Eileen.
"I've already arranged for you to take the O.W.L.S at the ministry in the beginning of August", Severus said quietly.
"As long as your marks are high on your O.W.L.S, which I'm sure they will be, I will allow you to move on with the rest of the kids in your year", Albus said, sitting at the table.
Abby shook her head, "I don't want to go back, I can't go back."
Severus reached across the table and grabbed Abby's hand, "Why not?"
"Because.....I don't want to face everyone", Abby said quietly. "I don't have anymore friends at Hogwarts, besides Matty. They all think I'm some diluted crazy person. I mean, I begged someone to Avada Kedavra me in the hallway, in front of half the school. Besides, they all hate me anyway."
"Love everyone knows you had nothing to do with all the things that happened at Hogwarts. That was made clear at your trial. Abby, you were under so much stress last year, everyone is aware of that. You will be safe at Hogwarts, all of us will make sure of that", Severus said rubbing his thumb over Abby's hand.
"Yeah, my memories were splattered on the front of the Daily Prophet. Everyone knows exactly what happened to me. As for being safe, that's what you told me last year", Abby replied trailing off.
Severus didn't reply, how could he. Abby was absolutely right, he had failed at keeping her safe. He was one of the one's that actually drove her away. Severus sighed and pinched the bridge of his nose with his other hand. Abby went to get up from her seat.
"Why don't we discuss something else", Lucius said, coming up behind Abby and pressing on her shoulders, so she would sit back down.
"Yes, we intended on this being an enjoyable meal", Albus said, spooning food onto Abby's plate.
"And, whether you're playing quidditch or not, you still need to put on some weight, Abigail", Eileen said firmly, but giving her a soft smile.
After dinner, all sat in the sitting room. Hermione was wrapped in Severus' arms, sitting on the couch.
"Your falling asleep", Severus said smiling, watching Hermione's eyes flutter.
"I know, I'm rather tired at the moment."
"Why don't you go up to bed?"
"I will in a little while I think I can stay awake a little longer."
"Alright", Severus said smiling and kissing Hermione's forehead.
"Severus, I was thinking. We should ask Harry to speak with Abby. Remember when everything was going on with the chamber of secrets? The kids in school turned their backs on him, making him feel alone and like he couldn't trust anyone. Harry can relate and help Abby deal with that part of what happened to her. Maybe even talk her into going back to Hogwarts."
"That's a good idea. I'm not sure how else to convince her to go back, beyond threatening her and that's not going to help any."
"I'll floo him tomorrow and speak with him."
"Why don't you two go to bed", Eileen said from across the room.
"Perhaps you should take a dreamless sleep potion, so the both of you can get an uninterrupted nights sleep", Albus suggested.
"We won't be able to hear if Addison or Abby need us", Hermione commented softly.
"We can stay the night and look after Addison and Abby", Eileen commented.
"And possibly talk Abby into a dreamless sleep potion?" Albus said.
Abby groaned from where she was sitting with Lucius and Draco.
"I think you have your answer on that", Severus said tiredly.
"Abby you could use the uninterrupted sleep as well. I think you all could", Lucius said softly, rubbing her shoulders.
"Your grandmother and I will be here, everything will be safe. Your never going to feel one hundred percent better if you don't sleep properly", Albus said with a smile.
"Besides, if you aren't sleeping properly, then neither is your father or Hermione. They won't take the sleeping drought unless you do. Just take it for tonight, love", Eileen said, persuasively.
Abby sighed and scowled, "Fine."
"Well, off to bed then", Lucius said standing and pulling Abby up. "We need to be getting back to the manor, we will come back by tomorrow to see you." Lucius said as he pulled Abby to the stairs, Narcissa followed them. Abby was muttering something about pushy people guilting her into taking a potion.
Severus smirked, "She's going to be moody in the morning."
"Off to bed you two", Eileen said.
"Do you have any dreamless sleep potion on hand, Severus", Albus asked, cradling a sleeping Addison in his arms.
"Yes. I suppose we will see you in the morning", Severus said pulling Hermione up into his arms and walking upstairs.
The next morning, Severus woke up and felt completely refreshed. He actually had energy and the want to get out of bed. He looked over at Hermione and knew she felt exactly the same way. She was propped up on an elbow, smiling at him. Her face had returned back to his normal pink color, not the pale tired look it had held for the last couple of weeks.
"Good morning", Hermione said, kissing his lips softly.
"Morning. You look much better, you don't look so tired anymore."
"I feel better. You look better, as well."
"Are Addison and Abby awake?"
"I'm not sure, I haven't been awake for long. Although I think Addison is awake, I heard your mum talking to someone and it sounded like it was coming from Addison's room."
"Ahh I see", Severus said rolling over, pushing Hermione onto her back and laying on top of her. He started nibbling on her shoulder blade. "I can't remember the last time we had alone time that wasn't interrupted by something."
Hermione let out a moan as Severus grinded his hips into hers. Hermione fisted her hands into Severus' hair and pulled his mouth up to hers.
"I could just devour you", Severus said silkily, when he pulled back for air.
Voices could be heard from downstairs.
"Who's here?" Hermione asked, concentrating on listening to the person's voice.
Severus groaned, "Figure's we'd be interrupted."
"It sounds like Harry."
"Damn Potter! Well, he can wait, we have more important things to do!"
Hermione grinned and kissed Severus' nose, "Why don't we go down and talk to Harry about him speaking with Abby. As much as I hate to say this, we can finish this later."
"I suppose", Severus mumbled.
Fifteen minutes later, Hermione and Severus were making their way downstairs. Severus was disgruntled at first, but Hermione easily talked him into a better. Albus, Eileen, Harry, and Ginny were sitting at the kitchen table. Eileen was holding Addison, Albus had James, and Ginny was feeding her and Harry's three month old daughter, Lily, a bottle.
Addison immediately started cooing when he saw Severus and Hermione. Severus reached down and picked up Addison, kissing him lightly on his cheek.
"You two are looking refreshed", Eileen said with a smile.
"Thank you so much for keeping an eye on things", Hermione said happily.
"Anytime, love."
"What's this I hear about Abby not returning to Hogwarts or quidditch", Harry said, looking at Severus.
"I'm not really sure, she just brought it to our attention last night", Severus said, looking around. "Where is Abby?"
"She's actually still sleeping. I'm sure she will be awake soon", Albus said.
"Why isn't she returning to Hogwarts? I really want her to be back on the quidditch team, I think that would make her happy. But I mean, I can get over it, if she decides and not to rejoin the team. I think her not returning to Hogwarts will make things worse for her."
"I agree. Abby thinks that everyone in the school hates her, since just about all the students turned on her when they thought she was the one behind the weird happenings", Severus said.
"Harry, I actually thought it would be a good idea for you to speak with her. You went through something similar when the chamber of secrets reopened", Hermione said taking Addison from Severus.
Harry nodded, "I'm willing to help in anyway I can."
Severus couldn't help but smile. He was a truly blessed man. He had his soon to be wife and two kids, with a loving family that would do anything to help them.
Abby walked into the kitchen, he hair was stuck up on the one side of her head making it obvious she had just woke up.
"What?" Abby scowled, noticing everyone look at her.
"Sleep well?" Severus said with a smirk.
"Yes", she grumbled.
"Your in a mood this morning", Severus grinned.
"Why don't you go get dressed, Abby? Harry has something he wants to speak with you about", Eileen suggested.
Abby huffed and turned on her heal, stalking out of the kitchen.
"What's she so angry about", Ginny asked.
"She was talked into a dreamless sleep potion last night. Abby didn't seem too happy about the idea. But, she'll be fine by the time she gets back down here."
Hermione stood and handed Addison back to Severus. "I'm going to go shower, I will be back down in a bit."
Severus watched her retreat from the kitchen.
"Mum, do you suppose you could watch Addison and keep an eye on Abby for another hour. Hermione and I haven't had any alone time for a while now."
"Of course, love. Take all the time you need."
Severus ran two steps at a time up the stairs. When he entered the bedroom Hermione was searching in an open dresser draw. Severus grabbed her by the waist and slung her on the bed. Hermione giggled, knowing it was Severus.
"What are you doing", Hermione gasped, as Severus ground his hips into hers.
"Finishing what we started."
"We have guests and the kids are awake!" Hermione said excitedly, as she fisted Severus' hair.
"We won't be missed for an hour. My mother is watching the kids."
Severus pulled his wand out of his pocket, murmured a locking and silence charm, and then flung his wand across the room.
Hermione smirked, "Somebody's randy this morning."
"I. Can. Not. Wait. To have you", Severus growled, pulling Hermione's night gown over her head. Hermione pulled the tie on Severus' house coat and pulled it off his shoulders, discarding it onto the floor.
Hermione wasn't wearing a bra, so Severus immediately pulled her breast into his mouth. She moaned and reached down, pulling his pajama pants and boxers down with one tug. Hermione's underwear were quickly tugged off and discarded with the rest of the clothing.
Severus slide his hand down and massaged Hermione's clit, she let out a throaty moan and thrust her hips toward his hand. After a moment, Severus removed his mouth from her breast and kissed his way down, to replace his fingers with his mouth.
"Severus!" Hermione pushed lightly on the top of Severus' head, as he darted his tongue across her clit. It only took seconds for Hermione to climax. Severus licked at her until she had fully come down from her high.
"Now Severus! I need you in me now!"
He smiled at her and kissed his way back up to her neck, stopping to nibble on her pressure point as he placed himself at her entrance. Continuing his ministration on Hermione's neck, Severus thrusted inside of her. They both moaned at the sensation.
Severus was thrusting hard and at an even pace. He could feel Hermione building up her climax again, but he was holding back. Severus wanted to please her as much as possible.
"Harder!" Hermione gasped, digging her fingernails into Severus' back.
Severus obeyed and thrusted harder, but held back from his own climax. Hermione toes started to curl and she screamed Severus' name, as she went over the edge again. Severus slowed his pace down and road her through the climax.
Severus stopped all movement and lowered his mouth to nibble on Hermione's ear.
"You haven't finished yet", Hermione said breathlessly.
"We haven't finished yet", Severus said seductively into her ear, sending a shiver through her body and causing her to moan. She could feel his cock hardening even more, if that were possible, and twitching inside of her.
Severus pulled out of her with a pop. He began running his hands up and down her body, teasing her by just lightly touching her most sensitive parts. Hermione was obviously becoming aroused again. She opened her legs wider and started caressing her breast.
Severus growled and stroked himself, as he watched her for a moment.
"Get on your hands and knees", he growled.
Hermione bit her lip, trying not to moan at the sound of his voice. She complied and turned over, perching herself in his face. Severus didn't hesitate, he grabbed her hips and placed himself at her entrance.
"Are you ready!"He growled.
"Yessssss."
Severus thrusted in hard but slowly. He continued at that pace for a moment.
"Faster! Pull my hair!" Hermione demanded. Severus knew Hermione had a tendency to like it rough, so he fisted his hand into her hair and yanked back hard, while thrusting a little faster. Hermione let out a moan from deep in her chest, her mouth gapped open.
Severus gradually quickened the pace, but not to the point where either one were going to lose it. The faster he pumped, the more Hermione moaned. Eventually, her eyes were rolled into the back of her head, with her mouth gapped open with drool starting to dribble out the side. Severus loved it, he was literally fucking her senseless.
He could feel the past couple months of tension leaving Hermione's body, as well as his. Severus gripped one hand on Hermione's hip, keeping the other fisted in her hair. Thinking about it, Severus couldn't really believe all that had happened over the last couple of months. He started to pump harder with that notion.
All the things he had put Abby through, all the things Abby had put them through, the fucking Greybacks, the idiotic Hogwarts students. Severus was thrusting harder with every thought. He was pounding out his tension with each thrust. He was, unintentionally, pulling back harder on Hermione's hair, clenching her hip as hard as he could and thrusting as hard as he could.
The thought of him feeling sore in a few hours crossed his mind, but the amazing sensation kept him going. He faintly registered Hermione moan, almost in pain but more in pleasure. With one more amazingly hard thrust, Severus came with a loud shout. It propelled them forward onto the bed, neither one moving.
Severus pulled out of Hermione and started to push himself off of her back. That's when he noticed the already purple hand mark on the side of her hip, making him realize how rough he had really gotten.
"Shit! Hermione I'm sorry!" Severus said in a panic. He rolled her over onto her back, she was panting, trying to catch her breath. "I didn't mean to get that rough! How bad did I hurt you!" He noticed the sweat still beading off her forehead and the drool that was on her chin. Hermione's eyes were still slightly unfocused.
"I will never shag you like that again, I swear. I'm so sorry!" Severus said, still panicked and rubbing her face.
Hermione grabbed his chin and made him look into her eyes, "If you don't shag me like that at least once a week, I will never have sex with you again!"
Severus grinned.
"Severus, that was amazing", Hermione said still breathless. "I lost all coherent thought when were near the end. That was the most amazing shag I've ever had."
Severus was still grinning but spoke in a serious tone, "I hurt you Hermione, you have a bruise."
"Nothing that can't be easily fixed. By the way, get me a potion, I don't want to be feeling that later."
"Yes, I think I'm going to need one too", Severus said, sticking his hand out and summoning two vials of potion and a jar of cream for Hermione's bruise.
Severus watched Hermione's eyes drift shut, as he rubbed the cream on her hip. He couldn't believe how tired he was, when he was wide awake and ready to go just thirty minutes ago. Severus laid beside Hermione, decided to rest for a moment to regain his strength.
He wasn't sure how long later, but Severus opened his eyes. Knowing he had fallen asleep and had been in bed for far longer then he intended, he looked at the clock. It read 3:30. Severus scowled, he had slept for over five hours. Looking over, he saw Hermione was already out of bed.
Deciding a shower and shave was needed, it was a little after four before he made it downstairs. It seemed like the number of people in his house had grown. Harry, Ginny, and their two kids were sitting in the sitting room, closest to the kitchen door. Draco, Lucius, Ron, and Matty were standing in front of Ginny and Harry, they all appeared to be discussing something. Abby was laid out on her side, across the couch, facing away from Severus, she appeared to be sleeping. Talon was nibbling lovingly at her ear. Peering into the kitchen, Severus saw Hermione, Albus, his mother, Narcissa and Hermione's parents.
Hermione saw Severus standing in the sitting room, so she made her way to him.
"Good to see your awake, love", Hermione said smiling.
"You should have woke me up. I didn't need to sleep that long", Severus stated.
"Yes you did, you wore yourself out", Hermione whispered with a grin, wrapping her arms around his waist.
Severus grinned back at her.
"Why are so many people here? And is Abby alright, why is Talon comforting her?"
"Well, remember Harry had a talk with Abby. Apparently, while they were talking Albus called in some reinforcements to help bring Abby's mood back into a better state. Once everyone got here, they were able to talk Abby into going outside for a small match of quidditch."
"How did they manage that", Severus asked curiously.
"My dad made a big fuss about wanting to see Abby in action. She agreed to a small match, which turned into an all afternoon event. They said at first Abby was uneasy, but the longer she played the more into it she got. By the time they were done, Harry said it was just like the matches they would play at the burrow. Abby was at ease and having a good time."
"Good", Severus said smiling. "But that still doesn't explain why she is asleep and Talon is comforting her."
"Ah, yes. Well, when they were done with quidditch, they all came back into the house and Abby started to feel ill. She darted toward the bathroom, Matty and I followed, and she was vomiting. Abby said she felt better but needed to lay down. We think she just did too much in one day and over whelmed herself."
Severus scowled, "Potter! I told you to speak with my daughter, not make her ill!
Harry frowned, "I'm sorry Severus. Once she was laughing and having a good time I didn't want to make her stop playing. I forgot how weak she still is."
Severus sighed and nodded, "What is the consensus about Hogwarts. Is she willing to go back?"
"Well, I'm not sure yet", Harry replied. "But I think she's leaning toward it. Matty was helping talk her back into it and Hermione's dad kept telling her how much he wanted to come to Hogwarts and see a match. I think with a little more persuasion, she will go back."
"Severus! Good to see you", Edward Granger said as he walked in from the kitchen. Jane Granger followed with Addison in her hands.
"Hello Edward, Jane. I hope Addison or Abby haven't been to much trouble for all of you today."
"Nonsense. Your children are lovely", Jane replied smiling.
Severus looked down at Hermione and grinned, "She has no idea."
Everyone decided that it would be best to go home, so everyone could rest. They would all meet up at the Weasley's on Friday for dinner. Hermione had Addison in the kitchen, setting the table and Severus was waking up Abby.
"How are you feeling, love?" Severus asked Abby as she sat up.
"I feel better. I'm just tired."
"Yes, I think you did a little to much today. But that's alright, you can go to bed after you eat dinner", Severus said sitting down beside her. "Well, did you have fun today?"
"Yeah, I actually had a lot of fun."
"Good", He said putting his arm around her. "I know Harry had a talk with you. Have your thoughts changed about Hogwarts?"
"I kind of want to go back, but I can't imagine spending my nights in the dorms with those other kids." Severus could tell Abby was starting to get upset by the sound of her voice. "I'm afraid to live with them again, I.I.I just can't."
Severus wrapped his other arm around her. "You won't have to. You stay in your room in mine and Hermione's chambers. Please, I want you to come back with us. I promise this year is going to be completely different."
"Ok", Abby whispered, leaning her head into Severus' chest.
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