Growing, Changing, Accepting
Severus' unexpected tenderness on their first night together was a sign of times to come.
Though harsh to others, Severus was sure to treat Hermione with respect. After all, she didn't like their situation any more than he did.
Hermione, though surprised at first, learned to accept Severus' kinder side and the two found it wasn't hard to get along.
They shared a mutual enjoyment in teaching and brewing potions.
On a rare occasion, Severus would set his mind to conning a smile out of Hermione.
Hermione eventually learned how to occasionally make him smile.
They existed together fairly peacefully.
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