A/N: I just wanted to let you all know how much I enjoyed your reviews. They all brought a smile to my face and one in particular made me grin. Hermisia Draco - I laughed when I read your review because you are the only one who pointed that out. I am a firm believer in having a guy who knows what the hell they want and are confident about it. Have you ever had a guy that was a nervous, fumbling mess? It's horrible, I'd rather join the convent then deal with that every time, lol.

Again, thank you all and I hope you enjoy this chapter.

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Three weeks had passed since the initial night of.. activities, and the little doll house was never the same afterwards. Hermione had learned that chairs could be used for more then just sitting and the little dresser had a particularly nice grain to it – she discovered that when she was thrown over the edge of it and taken from behind quite delightfully.

Hermione also learned that while Severus was a mean bastard in the classroom, his lovers were treated quite differently. He was still snarky, still cutting but she was able to see a passion in the man that no one else would have known. When Severus was indulging, he was not a selfish lover by any means. He made sure she got hers at least twice before he allowed himself relief as well. He was also very possessive and made sure she knew who she belonged to in that moment.

Hermione turned slightly and smirked when she felt his arm tighten around her.

"We've got to get up." she said while trying to pull away again

His reply was simple, firm, and to the point, "No"

"Come on. Dumbledore will be here in thirty minutes. Do you really want him to find out beds pushed together?"

Severus opened one eye and groaned. She was right, he knew it, but he was just so damned comfortable.

"Old coot" he muttered and released his grip on her.

Hermione chuckled, "Now, now, no name calling. You know he's bringing in another potions master to work on our problem today."

Severus scowled like an angry child. He knew it had to be done but having another Potions Master in his domain ruffled his feathers a bit – it was a territorial thing

He finally drug himself out of bed, dressed and moved his bed back to the other side of the room. He really didn't need a lecture from Dumbledore about defiling Minerva's little Gryffindor.

"If they only knew." he muttered as the thought crossed his mind. Minerva would have a fit if she knew Hermione wasn't the innocent little prude she made herself out to be.

"Are you ready yet?" He asked, "I refuse to be carried in front of the little snot."

Hermione sighed and finished tyeing her shoe, "That little snot is one of your former students, Severus, one of your better ones from what Dumbledore said."

"I know who he is." Severus replied, "I just don't like him."

"Why?"

"Just never mind. Come on."

Hermione glared at him but followed him anyway. She wasn't sure why he was protesting this one person so much when he was willing to accept other Potions Masters. She shrugged her shoulders and figured she'd find out soon enough.

By the time they reached the living room area, Dumbledore was already there, sitting with one of the best looking men she had ever seen. This guy made both Draco Malfoy and Blaise Zabini look like total dogs.

"Ms. Granger" Dumbledore said with a bright smile. He lowered his hand for her to climb up and lifted her to the couch between himself and Mr. Goodlooking.

"And Severus" Dumbledore greeted while picking the grumpy looking potions master by the back of his robes. Severus just crossed his arms and dealt with it – he didn't want Hermione alone with this guy for even a second.

"Ms. Granger, This is Douglas Lanzino and he will be working on your little problem."

Hermione extended her hand to which he extended his finger, "Nice to meet you Mr. Lanzino."

"Likewise Ms. Granger, and do call me Doug."

Severus gripped his wand a little tighter. Douglas Lanzino was notorious for being able to sweep woman off their feet and he feared Hermione would become his next conquest. Severus had already lost woman to another man, he wasn't about to lose Hermione the same way.

"As delighted as I am to see you again Mr. Lanzino, I believe we should discuss the course of action." Severus stated, wanting to get Hermione away from Douglas as soon as he could.

Douglas smirked, He could tell by the look in his professors eyes that he was protective over the little witch – he had after all seen that look many, many times.

"Absolutely Professor, Shall we go to your labs and see what this potion consists of so I can get started."

Dumbledore clapped, "Splendid idea." and scooped Severus up once again, "Mr. Lanzino, if you will just hold your hand out, Ms. Granger will climb on and you can follow us to the lab."

"With pleasure" Douglas purred. He chuckled to himself when he noticed Snape's jaw ticking in anger.

"Come on you cute little witch, I'm curious to see what you look like full sized."

Severus growled and Dumbledore chuckled. He may be an old man but he could tell when two people fancied each other a mile away. Hermione blushed and crawled into the tall Italians hand.

"Uhh, thanks" she replied then glanced over to a scowling Severus. It hit her like a night bus... Severus was jealous of Doug – and she laughed.

Doug and Hermione followed Severus and Dumbledore into Severus private labs and over to the potion that caused the problem in the first place.

Doug and Dumbledore both sat their passengers down on the table and went to the cauldron. Severus took the opportunity to go over to Hermione and refused to move from her side.

"You don't have to worry you know." She whispered

Severus huffed, "I have no idea what you are talking about."

:"I think you do." she whispered, "But don't worry, he's too big for me."

"I still have no idea what you are talking about." he answered again.

Hermione smirked and walked away from Severus and towards Doug, "Can you lift me so I can see the what the potion looks like... potions fascinate me." she said with a sweet smile.

Doug flashed her a come hither smile, "Of course, climb aboard."

Doug, Hermione and Dumbledore all discussed the potion and even though she had originally tried to make Severus jealous, she found herself quite interested in what they were saying. She interjected ideas as well as listened to his opinions on it, brainstormed and after two hours, Doug had a decent idea of what to start on.

"You're a smart one." Doug said to her as he put her back down next to a pacing Severus. For someone who use to be a spy, he sure wasn't hiding his feelings very well at the moment.

"It was nice to actually get to think about something again." she blushed, "Thanks"

Doug nodded and went to work, while Dumbledore took them back to the doll house. Hermione could tell Severus was miffed and chuckled to herself, she would have to inform him that she had absolutely no interest in Doug.

"Have fun children" Dumbledore stated as he suppressed a laugh. Watching Severus get territorial was amusing to him.

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Two hours later...

"What was his name?" Severus asked as he thrust into her from behind.

"I don't remember." she moaned.

Severus had told her he was going to make her pay for the little flirting incident that got him worked up in a tizzy and pay she did... Happily.