Vivat Regina : Reactions

by sarhea

Other unexplored character reactions to Hermione Granger's coronation and marriage to Salazar Slytherin #Supportive, Against, Neutral#. Occurs mostly during the reception in the last chapter of Vivat Regina. Please read Vivat Regina first.

17. Against : Portrait Albus Dumbledore

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Albus Percival Brian Wulfric Dumbledore was not pleased.

"Such an unfortunate event," he mumbled under his breath from a landscape painting located in the recessed Great Hall upper galleries. "An even more misfortunate match. I honestly would have expected better of her," he said in a gentle but very disapproving manner, one that would have made those around him scramble for his approval. "In fact I believe the Enchantment must be failing to have allowed her to draw the sword."

His companion in the same painting was not swayed by the words or obediently agreeing. He snorted and said, "Don't be an idiot Albus. Merlin's Enchantment held for a thousand years and for all who attempted to draw the sword before Granger. It did not fail." His expression turned thoughtful. "Though I suppose we can't call her Granger anymore," Severus Snape added in sly tones. "Her proper name and title is Her Majesty Hermione the First, Queen of Magical Britain. Or more simply, Lady Hermione Slytherin."

Albus frowned, patently disapproving the current situation. "Severus, I'm afraid Miss Granger is clearly unsuitable for the duties and responsibilities inherent in such a role."

"You're only saying that because your Golden Boy wasn't the one found worthy," Severus responded in smug tones. "And he is far less qualified and capable than Lady Slytherin."

"Miss Granger was not brought up in wizarding society. Who will be there to help her manoeuvre through traps and potential pitfalls?"

The former Head of Slytherin House gave his deceased Light-side Master a bland look. "Her husband perhaps? He is the original Slytherin and more than capable of identifying pitfalls."

Albus sighed heavily. "And that would be even more misfortunate; the Monarch being led and influenced by those around her."

Severus only snorted. "Lady Hermione Slytherin is not so feeble-minded and easily swayed as your typical Gryffindors. Besides, I dare you to say that when Minerva is around to hear. She'll move you to a closet!"

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