Between Two Worlds
Chapter 3
An entire week had passed. Hermione was now pretty well acquainted with her family and job. The future was so different from her own time. Work was fun though. After going through her things, she saw that she was employed at the Ministry full-time and Hogwarts part-time. When she discovered this, she smiled knowing that she was still a hard worker. Unfortunately, even after a week of searching, she still hadn't come across Harry or Ron. She hoped that the two of them were alright. She would have hated to learn that her two best friends passed away or something Hermione wondered if they were even her best friends anymore. What if her marriage to Snape put a wedge in their friendship, dividing them? Hermione couldn't imagine herself letting her friendships fail, but she didn't know what her older self was like.
Before leaving the house, Hermione made sure that everything was set for the day. Severus and the children needed their meals. She quickly found out that one of her day-to-day activities included preparing meals for her family. In the morning, she made them all breakfast which usually consisted of eggs and some foods Hermione deemed healthy enough for her family to eat in the morning. Considering she would be at work all day, she had to prepare a menu for the house elves. While she was at work they prepared lunch and dinner. Hermione was always home by four in the afternoon, but once she arrived she'd go take a nap. As much as she loved her job, it was exhausting. She knew that if she weren't so pregnant it would be easier for her.
Once breakfast was finished, Kenzie, Carter, and Severus walked into the kitchen together. Immediately, Severus walked over to Hermione and kissed her cheek. "Remember you have an appointment at St. Mungos to check on the baby. Your appointment is at noon. It'll be nice to see your home from work early." Hermione nodded. "Thanks for reminding me, I completely forgot." In all honesty, she didn't forget, she just didn't know. Now she was curious about what they did to pregnant women to check on their children. Even though Hermione had a high tolerance to pain, she hoped that she wouldn't have to feel any pain while they checked her son or daughter.
When Hermione arrived at the Ministry, she was greeted by a bunch of cheerful co-workers. It was strange for her to see everything looking so nice and happy considering back at home it looked absolutely awful. She did her best to blend in with everyone else. The last thing she wanted to do was draw more attention to herself. If anyone asked any questions that she couldn't answer, she knew that she would be in a boat load of trouble. It was best to just blend and be ordinary. To start her day, she went up to her office and began doing some paperwork. Most of her job consisted of paperwork. She signed so many papers - her wrist was beginning to ache.
At half past ten she decided to head down to the library in the Department of Mysteries. Hermione hoped that down there she would find some answers. None of the books in her office were even related to the subject. When she arrived to the library, she looked around in awe. It was huge, there had to be hundred, maybe even thousands of books. She casually strolled through the library until she found the section on time travel. There was a book that appeared to be relevant to the current situation and Hermione grabbed it before walking over to a table ad sitting down. As she read the book, she started getting frustrated. There was nothing in there to help her. The problem was she wasn't even sure how she got here. How could she go to sleep in her time and wake up in the future?
As she was reading, she heard footsteps and looked up. When she saw it was Harry coming her way, she thought about leaping up to hug him, but saw two problems with that. She didn't know if they were friends and her belly made it difficult for her to get up quickly. "Hermione Jean Snape," Harry started as he sat down at her table. "Shouldn't you be in your office working? I know you have an appointment for your baby today, but that doesn't mean you can slack off," he teased. So they were still friends – that was good. She looked at him nervously and cleared her throat. "How'd you know I was down here?" She knew there were better things she could say, but for some reason she was just curious. "Ah, good to know that your curiosity hasn't worn off or anything," he smiled. "I went to your office and you weren't there so I spoke to Severus to see if you were home and he said you went to work. Immediately he was worried, but then your assistant said you went down to the library so I told Sev and then came down here." Hermione nodded, not knowing what to say. "Harry, how much do you know about time travel?"
For a moment Harry looked at her and then chuckled. "I should have known. You're Hermione Granger from 1998, not Hermione Snape from 2008." Hermione looked at him in disbelief. He was alright with her practically invading their time. "How would you know anything about that?" She asked him. "Well, let's just say, someone slipped you a potion in 1998 because you're supposed to come here and find things out. In the end, when the time comes. you'll be able to decide if you want to go back to 1998 or stay here in 2008. Just know that the time will come. In the mean time just get to know your family. Also, it's your choice whether or not you fall in love with Severus. You have brilliant children, just make sure you do what you realy want, not what you feel like you have to do." Hermione nodded, glad she had some sort of understanding now. "How are you, Harry? Who are you with?" Harry beamed at her. "I work as an Auror here and I married Ginny. We have three children Albus, Lilly, and James. My son, Albus has Severus as his middle name. Your husband was incredibly brave during the war." Hermione blushed. "We'll see how things go with us. Nineteen year old me is unsure of herself. Thank you though Harry, for helping me understand." Harry nodded. "No problem. After all, you're the mother of my godson and my best friend. Give Carter a hug and kiss for me, will you? Tell him I'll take him out soon." Hermione grinned, knowing that she and Harry were still best friends. "I will. Thanks again Harry, but I should probably go find things out about this baby and then go home. Oh, and don't tell Severus. I'll tell him when I'm ready."
Hermione sat waiting at St. Mungos hoping this appointment would go well. She was doing her best to take care of her body even though she had absolutely no idea what she was doing. After what felt like an eternity, she was called into the examination room. The mediwitch was already waiting for her. "Good afternoon, Mrs. Snape. Are you ready to find out some information about your baby?" Hermione nodded and laid down on the bed. After waving the wand by Hermione's stomach, the mediwitch smiled. "You have two weeks until the baby comes, give or take." Upon hearing the news, Hermione went pale. Is he or she alright? The mediwitch nodded, "Absolutely perfect. Are you sure you don't want to know the sex?" Hermione nodded. "I'd like for it to be a surprise. The children want to know, but I'm happy waiting." The mediwitch smiled. "You said the same thing last time. Anyway, this was your last appointment. When the baby decides to come, I'll see you. You might want to start preparing for the child to come. Anything will work." Hermione smiled and nodded. "Alright, I'll do my best to get this baby out." The only problem was, she didn't know how to get the baby out. She'd have to start reading once she got home. Hermione couldn't wait to go home…well…her home with Severus.
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