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Ginny's Punishment	By : Koolgirl18 Category: Harry Potter > Het - Male/Female > Snape/Ginny Views: 101808 -:- Recommendations : 3 -:- Currently Reading : 3
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This time, Ginny had to meet Snape on his own turf—at Hogwarts.

She was actually quite relaxed as she had just gotten her NEWT test scores and her Mediwitch entrance exam test back. She passed both with flying colors.

Of course, she didn't expect anything less since she was trained by the sadist of education himself.

Still, Ginny was quite glad that she didn't have to go to Hogwarts for the last year. She just didn't feel like a student any longer. She had grown up so much during the summer that she was sure school would have been incredibly annoying.

That and it would have been awkward for her to go to school pregnant with the Headmaster's child. Talk about a media frenzy waiting to happen.

Luckily Ginny wasn't showing yet so it was a very pleasant and easy walk to the castle. When she made it into the castle, she had many enthusiastic greetings from her old Professors.

On her way to the Headmaster's office, she ran into Professor McGonagall who pulled her into a big bear hug.

“It's so good to see you again, Ginevra. How has your family been holding up?” she asked.

“They've been doing as well as could be expected. Fred and George are getting married around Christmas and Bill and Fleur are expecting their first child in another week.”

“That is wonderful news! And what about your dear father? I know he has been struggling since your mum has passed.”

Actually, Arthur Weasley was shagging Luna Lovegood pretty much every night for about two weeks. She was happy that he finally figured out that Luna loved him for everything that he was but she didn't think Professor McGonagall would understand at that point quite yet.

“He's doing well. He got a promotion last week and is now head of his department. I'd say given circumstances, he is quite happy.”

“And what about you, dear child? What brings you to this castle?” McGonagall asked.

Ginny didn't like the way she looked at her. It was almost as if she knew all of her secrets.

“I found out that I passed my NEWTS and my Mediwitch entrance exam today. I will be starting my training this coming fall so me and the Headmaster will be discussing my leave from the school.”

“That is wonderful new, Ginevra. Of course, I will be sad that you won't be here for your final year but I understand why. I never told you this but I was extremely upset for months whenever you had a detention with Severus. There were horrible rumors floating around about what he would do to you while in detention. It all made my stomach crawl. It is good to know that you were always safe in his presence.”

Ginny was sure that she was blushing as the rumors that her old Head of House heard were more likely than not true. And that would for sure be clear when she comes out with her pregnancy.

“His primary goal was always to keep me safe, Professor.”

“Oh please, call me Minevra. No more with this Professor nonsense.”

Ginny smiled.

“I will try to keep that in mind, Minevra. I am sorry to seem rude but I really must be heading to the Headmaster's office.”
“But of course, dear. Just remember, if you ever need someone to talk to, I'm here for you.”

Ginny gave her former Head of House a hug.

“I will try to remember that.”

After saying her good byes, Ginny ran the rest of the way to the Headmaster's office.

Once she was up the stairs, she walked through the threshold.

Snape was sitting at his desk, writing as he was wont to do whenever she showed up. Dumbledore's portrait was moved to a different place. It was near the ceiling of the office, adding to the large border circle of headmasters that ran around the ceiling.

“So good to see you again, Ginny. I hope all is well,” Dumbledore called from his place on the wall.

Ginny waved.

“Yes, Headmaster Dumbledore. I have been doing well despite circumstances.”

“Excellent!”

However, before Dumbledore could say anything else, Snape interrupted the conversation.

“You can catch up with Miss Weasley another time. Right now, we have important business to discuss.”

Ginny was actually happy that Snape cut the conversation short. As much as she loved Dumbledore, she didn't know how long she would be able to handle not knowing what the hell Snape wanted to talk about. It was driving her mad.

“Of course, Severus. My apologies. Until next time then, Ginny.”

Ginny said a quick goodbye to the headmaster and followed Snape into his private rooms.

He led her past his private office and bedroom and into a very comfortable room with two wing back chairs and a fire place.

Snape extended his hand to the chair and Ginny gladly sat down.

Snape sat across from her. There was tea, biscuits and sandwiches in front of them.

Ginny wasn't shy about filling a small plate full of treats after pouring herself and Snape some tea.

Snape simply sat his in chair, watching Ginny as she devoured her sandwiches.

Ginny didn't care if he was watching. She had been in a lot more uncomfortable situations with him.

“How has the pregnancy been for you so far? Have you been experiencing any sickness?” he finally asked.

Ginny shook her head no while swallowing a biscuit.

“Strangely enough, I have been symptom free. The only thing that's really changed is my eating. I probably eat twice my body weight in food now.”

She could have sworn Snape's mouth twitched a little bit but she was sure it was just her imagination.

“I know you are curious as to why I requested your attention today. I wanted to talk with you about what my intentions are. It was a very difficult decision for me to make in requesting that you keep our child. In saying yes to keeping the child, I also had to make the decision to face some demons that I've been avoiding for more than twenty years.”

Ginny stopped eating and stared at Snape. She was sure her ears were broken.

“As Potter may or may not have told you, I had a very … difficult upbringing. Because of it, I could never bring myself to trust anyone, which meant that the people I have always loved the most I have hurt and pushed away.”

Snape stood, unable to face her any longer. He walked up to the mantle of the fireplace and leaned forward, staring into the fire.

Ginny could only stare at him, the food in front of her forgotten.

“Since you have entered my life last year, you have defied my destiny. When I thought no one would ever try to give me comfort, you gave it to me. When I believed that I would never desire another woman again, I desired you. When I thought no one would ever have faith in me, you kept the faith alive. When I thought I would die in the shack, soaked in my own blood, you gave me life. When I thought my line would never get the chance to live on, you gave it life.”

Snape paused, tapping his slender fingers against the mantle.

Ginny literally couldn't move. She was afraid that if she did he would stop talking.

“I had to realize that my destiny has changed. The path that I thought I was destined to live no longer exists. I could continue to try and fit myself into a destiny that is no longer relevant or I could follow the new path life has for me. The baby is a sign that I need to stop fighting and start accepting.”

Snape turned to face Ginny again, his eyes soft, almost tender.

“The relationship we had before was not sustainable. However, I do think that we could have a better one—that is, if you give me permission to court you.”

Ginny again could only stare at him.

She obviously was dreaming at that very moment. There was no possible way that Severus Snape was asking to court her. Not after all they had been through, not after all of the grief, all of the heartache and tears … she couldn't believe it.

“You're just doing this for the baby, aren't you?” Ginny asked.

Snape shook his head no.

“The baby was a sign, but it is not the reason I want to court you. I have gotten to know you over the year and I have to admit, I really enjoyed your company. I think there is a good chance that we will make a good couple. All I ask is that you give me one last chance. Of course you don't have to after all that I've done to you.”

Ginny suddenly had a very large headache.

She put her hand to her head and closed her eyes.

“I … I need a few days to take this all in and to think,” Ginny said quietly.

Ginny could see the disappointment in his eyes, but it quickly disappeared.

“Of course—it is quite a lot for you to take in at this moment.”

It was the understatement of the bloody year in Ginny's opinion.

Ginny barely remembered saying her goodbyes and making her way home via floo. Her was going through sensory over load. Now the ball was in her court.

Snape wanted to try to have a relationship with her.

And now—now she wasn't so sure if that was what she wanted.
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