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WHAT THE HEART WANTS	By : Mistress Category: Harry Potter > Het - Male/Female > Snape/Hermione Views: 15904 -:- Recommendations : 2 -:- Currently Reading : 1
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Oh my God guys. Thank you so much for your amazing reviews. There's no words to describe how wonderful they make me feel. Sorry for taking so long before posting this chapter, but here it is and I hope you'll like it. It's a bit on the sweeter side, but the next one is in the making and it will have plenty of lemons.
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LYRICS FROM SONG "INSATIABLE" BY DARREN HAYES.
Draco knocked on the bathroom door for what seemed to be a hundredth time – “Are you ever coming out of there?” – “I am. I’m just trying to fix it.” – “You’ve been trying to fix it for over an hour now. Just let me help.” – “No. I can do it myself. Just give me another five minutes.”- “Harry” – “No. Just wait, ok?” – “Fine then. Do whatever you want” he yelled as he marched out of the room. Stubborn git. He looked at the large mirror making yet another unsuccessful attempt to fix his tie. Oh, for fuck’s sake he breathed out looking at the closed door behind him and taking a walk down the long corridor that led to Lucius’ bedroom.
Soft knock on the door made Lucius put away the parchment and a quill he was using – “Enter” – “Hello dad” – “Hello son. You look good… for the most part” – “Yeah that. Mom used to do that for me before and I guess I never really learned how, so I thought maybe you can help me with that” – “Of course” Lucius smiled making Draco’s tie go perfectly around his neck “There, all good.” – “Thanks” – “You’re welcome” he gave his son an appraising look “I like your hair like that, it suits you” he said taking one long strand, that now came almost up to Draco’s shoulders and combing it with his fingers. – “Thanks dad. You said that you wanted to talk to me about something” younger wizard said, blush starting to creep up his cheeks. – “Yes. I wanted to give you this back” he conjured a long box and gave it to Draco.
- “My wand” he said gently tracing it with his fingers “How?” – “Let’s just say, the Minister felt generous in his negotiations with me.” – “You spoke with the minister? When?” – “He oweled me this morning” – “So, does this mean that the trial is over?” – “Yes. Our family has been cleared of all charges with the full return of everything that belongs to us” – “That’s great” Draco said giving his dad a genuine smile. “I can’t believe it’s over. What did they asked for in return?” – “Nothing that I wouldn’t be able to provide. Don’t worry about it” he looked at his timepiece “Aren’t you going to be late?” – “If we will, it won’t be because of me” Draco said shrugging his shoulders. – “Ah, I suppose Mr Potter is taking his time.” – “Yeah dad, about that. I’m sorry for… well before. We should’ve warded the door. He didn’t mean to… well… you know. I guess what I’m trying to say is that I know how you feel about this whole thing and…” – “Draco, I don’t think that now is the time to discuss it.” – “I know, but he makes me happy dad. He really does.”
- “Then I suggest you get going.” Draco nodded, giving him a shy smile – “May I ask you for something?” – “Sure” – “Uhm, I’m sure he’s still stressing over his tie and all. Do you think you could help, without biting his head off in the process that is?” – “Draco, I…” – “Please dad.” Lucius closed his eyes and pinched the bridge of his nose – “Oh, for the love of… Fine.” – “Thank you”
Draco walked in to find his frustrated boyfriend pacing around the room – “Hey” – “Hey. Where did you go? I’ve been waiting for you this whole time” Draco couldn’t hide his smile looking at Potter’s messy hair and missing tie – “Finally decided to accept my help?” - “Yeah, I don’t think that there’s anything that can be done about that. I tried, but…” – “Your excuses are rather pitiful Mr. Potter. I’m sure that even you could manage to do something with this… this…” Lucius shook his head, not being able to describe Harry’s look. – “Yeah well, it is what it is” Harry hissed, suddenly finding his voice. – “It doesn’t have to be. Now, let me see” Lucius said taking a few steps towards Harry – “You want to help me?” Harry said looking at the older wizard in disbelieve “Why?” - “Trust me Mr. Potter that it pains me more than it does you. Now you can let me help, or go looking like this, it’s your choice.” Harry blushed and took a few steps forward – “I guess you can try.”
Ginny tilted her head and took a few steps back, giving her friend an appraising look. – “I think my work here is done” she said proudly. “You look flawless” – “Oh my God, Ginns” Hermione gasped turning to look in the mirror “I can’t believe it.” Her long hair was pinned slightly in the back, just enough to hold without falling apart and cascaded down in beautiful curls. Navy blue strapless corset dress was short in the front, allowing to show her long slender legs and long in the back falling almost up to the floor in a beautiful waive of dark blue chiffon. Elegant silver 6 inch heels and long earrings to match them, completed her look. – “You better believe it, girl” Ginny looked at herself in the mirror, receiving an approving nod from her reflection. Her dark green knee high bandage dress emphasized her hour glass figure and went perfectly with the red color of her hair. – “Let’s go before we’re late. I’m sure guys are already waiting for us” – “Ginns, you think he’ll…” – “If he won’t, he’s ether an idiot or gay. Now let’s go” redhead witch said taking Hermione’s hand and dragging her downstairs. - “Wow, you ladies look amazing” both wizards said jumping to their feet. – “Thank you guys. You look… oh Harry.” Hermione couldn’t believe how good her friend looked with his hair accurately styled back and charmed to hold in place. “I don’t think I ever saw you looking this good” – “Well, I got some help” he said bashfully. “Shell we go?” he offered his hand to the witch. - “Yes” – “Hold on tight” he said pulling Hermione into his arms and disappearing with a soft pop. Draco looked at Ginny, giving the redhead witch a playful smile – “Let’s go and set this plan in motion, shell we” – “So we shell. He will not know what hit him” she replied getting a hold of Draco’s shoulders before they joined the first couple.
They waited to be announced and walked into the Great Hall hand In hand. Ginny smiled taking another look at her friend – “Relax girl, it’s going to be fine. I promise.” – “I’m trying” – “Can you see him?” – “No, not yet. What if he…” – “He’ll show up. I know he will. Now, let’s go and say hi to our friends. I think I see Neville and Luna.” They walked to their friends giving each of them a hug – “It’s so good to see you guys. How have you been” – “Oh we’ve been amazing” Luna said taking Neville’s hand and wrapping it around her shoulders, making Hermione smile, as deep red color covered her friend’s cheeks. – “I’m very happy for you guys” – “Thanks Mione. What have you been doing? We’ve heard you saved professor’s life” – “I suppose” – “Well, I think it’s good that you did. I always thought that deep inside professor Snape was a good man, right baby?” Luna announced gently squeezing her wizard’s hand – “I don’t think I’m the best person to ask that” Neville said shrugging his shoulders. “Killing that damn snake was much easier than going through one of his potions classes.”
Hermione couldn’t help but to laugh – “I can still see him in your nana’s clothes with that big bird on his hat. – “Yeah, well I guess I’ll have to imagine that more often now, since I’ll be taking my apprenticeship with professor Sprout.” They all laughed and continued their conversation until a very loud voice of the Headmaster asked for everyone’s attention. Hermione looked around and felt Harry’s hand on her shoulder – “What’s going on, Mione?” – “I can’t find him, Harry. I told Ginny that he will not come and he didn’t” she whispered getting rid of the tear that was threatening to escape from the corner of her eye. – “Hermione”- “No, Harry. You don’t understand. I only came because of him. I don’t care about any recognitions or medals or whatever they’ll be giving out.” – “Hermione, listen…” – “I know what you want to tell me, ok? I know that you still don’t like him and I…” – “Hermione” Harry lifted her chin making her look at him – “I’m trying to tell you something” – “Sorry, what?”
- “Look there” he turned her head to the far corner of the room making her meet a pair of obsidian eyes. – “Harry. He came. I need to go talk to him.” – “No, Draco’s talking to him. You need to wait.” – “But I…” – “No. Don’t you remember what Ginny told you?” – “I do, but… wait, how do you know about it? – “How wouldn’t I? We practically live together” – “Oh, right. Sorry, I forgot about that” – “Now, don’t worry. It’ll be ok.” She smiled and turned her head to the stage just in time to hear the Headmaster calling out her friend to say a few words. Harry squeezed her hand before going to take the stage.
-“Hello, Everyone” he took a deep breath as his eyes searched for his beloved in the crowd. Draco made his way to the front of the stage, giving him a reassuring smile, making Harry visibly relax before he continued with his speech. “As many of my professors can confirm, I’m not that good with speeches” he blushed hearing giggles going through the crowd. “I suppose I should start by thanking all the people who helped to fight this war, but what I feel is so much more than just mere gratitude. We all lost people we loved; our friends, sisters, brothers. No amount of thankfulness can ever bring them back, so I would like all of us to take a minute of silence to show that they will never be forgotten.”
He closed his eyes and bowed his head making everyone do the same as they stood in perfect tranquility in recognition of the loved ones they lost. As the moments of silence passed, he looked up and continued – “Thank you. It is my sincere hope that we can start this new school year without the mistakes we all made in the past. No more hatred and prejudice, no more rivalry between the houses” he tilted his head showing a wicked smile “Unless it’s a game of quidditch.” His smile grew larger as the wave of laughter and whistles shook the room. He waited a few minutes for the crowd to settle down and continued “The last thing I wanted to do, is something that should’ve been done long ago, if only I knew better back then. You see, seven years ago, when I first came to this school, I was made an offer that I unfortunately refused, but not anymore. Not ever again” with that he stepped down from the stage and walked to Draco offering him his hand.
A few moments passed by as he watched his beloved taking a deep breath, trying to suppress his emotions, before he accepted his hand and shook it fervently. Instead of letting go, Harry pulled him closer into a tight embrace and whispered – “I love you, Draco” – “I love you too.” They both looked up and smiled hearing cheers of approval before the Headmaster took the stage again – “Thank you for your speech, Mr Potter. I think you definitely scored an O this time” he said with a warm smile. “I will not be keeping you from the feast much longer. Let the celebration begin.”
Hermione shoved around pieces of food in her plate and looked around trying to find him in the crowd. Ginny looked at her friend a shook her head – “Why aren’t you eating?” – “I can’t. Ginns, I really need to talk to him” – “I know you do, love. Look, you promised to listen to me, right?” – “Right” – “You will have your chance. Let him come to you. Let him at least make an attempt to fix this, otherwise what good is this thing between you guys if he keeps shoving you around like you do, with that poor piece of carrot on your plate.” Hermione took a deep breath – “You’re right. It’s just hard, you know?” – “I do, girl. Trust me, I do.”
Harry turned to his friend, giving her a cheerful smile – “Cheer up, it’ll be fine.” – He stood up offering her his hand as the band took their place on stage and started playing the first song of the evening – “May I have this dance?” – “Oh Harry. Of course.” She took his hand letting him swing her onto the dance floor. – “When did you learn to dance?” – “You’d be surprised the things you pick up living with the Malfoys” he said with a grin swaying her into a sensual Paso Doble. –“Harry… What do you think you’re doing?” – “Like it?” – “Yeah, but… Don’t you think Draco will have something to say about it?” – “I’m pretty sure he’ll be ok with it” he said turning her to the other side so she could see Draco and Ginny moving together on the dance floor. She smiled “then I guess, he won’t mind after all” – “No he won’t, Love.” With the last sounds of music, he took her hand into his and made a slow turn, making her back arch low, her hair almost brushing the floor, before pulling her close and planting a gentle kiss on her lips. – “Harry… What…” – “Shshsh, he whispered not letting her finish the sentence “Just trust me, ok?” She nodded, being too shocked to finish the sentence.
Instinctively she looked around trying to find his eyes in the crowd and got startled hearing his low voice – “Hello miss Granger” – “Hello Se…professor” – “May I have a pleasure of the next dance?” Before she could answer, Draco got hold of her hand, pulling her back to the dance floor – “Sorry uncle Sev, the lady already promised me this dance” he said with a wide grin leaving Snape standing there speechless. – “Draco, what are you doing?” – “Trust me Love, I’m doing what’s better for you” he said giving her a mischievous smile and a swirl that would be worth of an envy of any professional dancer. – “I’m sure you want what’s better for me, but I think we’re playing with matches here” she said throwing a quick glance at the dark wizard. Draco threw his head back in laughter – “Then let’s start some fire, Love.” He pulled her even closer -“I’ve heard Tango is the most sensual dance of all and with that dress you’re wearing, I’m sure the sparks are about to start flying.” She couldn’t help but to laugh and follow the blonde’s lead.
Severus went to the bar and requested to refill his drink not being able to take his eyes off of her, scowl starting to form on his face “You better keep your hands to yourself Draco, or I’ll make sure no more Malfoy heirs will grace this earth” – “Hello Severus, how are you this evening?” He turned his head and gave a courtly nod to the older witch – “Minerva.” – “Thank you for agreeing to come today, it means a lot” – “I guess I never could say no to Albus, today was not an exception” – “Well, for what it’s worth, it means a lot to me too” – “Thank you. Never thought that you’d be the one to care” – “I do, Severus. Always did” – “You sure hid it well. A doubt about how much you cared did cross my mind when you were throwing all sorts of nasty hexes at me trying to protect Potter” he said with a smirk. – “You know that I did what I had to at the time. We all did, but I never questioned your loyalty” – “I suppose.”
She waited a few minutes watching him gaze at the dancing couple – “You know I could never figure out how you two could ever be so close” – “You wouldn’t be the only one” he said downing his drink and filling his glass again. – “You know, when I met Albus I was about the same age as Hermione when she first came to this school. He was forty five at the time and he was the most handsome wizard I ever saw in my life. He also just defeated Grindewald and that made him the most astonishing wizard that have ever lived, but that was not the reason why I fell in love with him. I can’t explain it really. The connection we had was almost surreal, but to me he was just a man. A great man, but a man nevertheless. Three years was all he could wait until we consummated our relationship, but even at fourteen I knew that it would never be about our age difference. The connection we had went much deeper than that.”
Severus shook his head taking another sip of his drink – “I suppose that was the reason he could never truly see my predicament, but I still don’t understand why you are telling me that.” Old witch smiled and took his hand, giving it a little squeeze – “She could never stay away from you, you know. No matter how many times it took her to break the rules. Maybe it’s time for you to do the same.” With that she left, making her way through the crowd to find Albus. Severus took another glance to the dance floor to find it empty. The band was taking their first break. It didn’t take him long to find her talking to Neville, Harry and Draco. He needed to talk to her before it was too late and she could listen or walk away, but he’d be damned if he didn’t at least try.
Draco saw him coming and gave his friends a wicked smile – “I guess that’s my cue. Let’s all hope he won’t cock up this one, because I’m sure as fuck won’t do what I’m about to, ever again.” He quickly made his way to the stage and picked up the microphone shooting a quick glance at his friends and very surprised Severus who suddenly stopped to look at him. – “Hello everyone. I know the band is taking their break and all, but… Who’s for a little karaoke?” He looked around and nodded his head as cheers and whistles filled the room for the second time this evening – “Good. Let’s start then” he said casting a quick spell to dim the lights and start the music – “This one is special to me. It brings a lot of good memories” He caught his boyfriend’s brown eyes and smiled at the memory of their first love making while listening to this same song.
Hermione looked at her friend and gasped, feeling someone’s hand on her shoulder – “May I have this dance?” she turned to see dark beautiful eyes looking at her expectantly – “Of course.” She placed her small hand in his and followed him to the dance floor letting herself get lost in the music and the incredible feeling of his hands on her skin. – “I hoped you’d come” she whispered. He answered with pulling her closer into him and tightening his hold around her petite waist. She put her head on his chest and closed her eyes following his body movements, Draco’s sensual voice making her forget about everyone in the room. Severus looked down at the beautiful witch in his hands and relaxed. She didn’t walk away from him and that’s what mattered the most. He will try to explain and apologize later. Right now she was his and that was enough.
Harry closed his eyes and smiled, hearing a beautiful voice of his beloved, memories of their first night together washing over him.
                               When moonlight crawls along the street
                                     Chasing away the summer heat
                                 Footsteps outside somewhere below
                                         The world revolves I let it go
                                We built our church above this street
                            We practiced love between these sheets
                                 The candy sweetness scent of you
                               It bathes my skin I'm stained by you
                                  And all I have to do is hold you
                                   There's a racing in my heart
                                     I am barely touching you

                                      Turn the lights down low
                                       Take it off Let me show
                                      My love for you Insatiable
                                       Turn me on Never stop
                                     Want to taste every drop
                                    My love for you Insatiable

                            The moonlight plays upon your skin
                                A kiss that lingers takes me in
                                   I fall asleep inside of you
                         There are no words there's only truth
                      Breathe in breathe out there is no sound
                              We move together up and down
                                 We levitate our bodies soar
                          Our feet don't even touch the floor
                             And nobody knows you like I do
                             The world doesn't understand
                          But I grow stronger in your hands

                                  Turn the lights down low
                                  Take it off let me show
                                 My love for you Insatiable
                                  Turn me on never stop
                               Want to taste every drop
                               My love for you Insatiable

                    We never sleep we're always holdin' hands
                         Kissin' for hours talkin' makin' plans
                                 I feel like a better man
                           Just being in the same room
                 We never sleep there's just so much to do
                                        Too much to say
                       Can't close my eyes when I'm with you
                         Insatiable the way I'm loving you

                               Turn the lights down low
                                Take it off let me show
                              My love for you Insatiable
                                Turn me on never stop
                              Want to taste every drop
                             My love for you Insatiable
The music stopped, but it didn’t matter. Hermione kept holding him in her arms afraid that he’ll make up another ridiculous excuse and leave, just like he did two years ago. He placed his finger under her chin lifting her head, so her big hazel eyes could meet his obsidian – “Thank you for this dance, kitten. Can we please go outside and talk in privet?” She nodded giving him a warm smile “Then hold on tight” he said pulling her closer and disapparating into thin air with a soft pop                                                                                                                                                                                                         Ginny came over to Harry that still kept standing lost in his thoughts, smile playing on his lips – “I think that went well” – “It sure did” – “I didn’t know Draco could sing like that” – “I didn’t ether.”
They found themselves by the lake outside of the castle, his hand gently wrapped around her shoulders – “Cold?” – “A little” He took off his long jacket, leaving himself only in white shirt and trousers and made her wear it buttoning it completely with a quick spell. She couldn’t help but giggle – “I look like… you” – “Much more beautiful and nicer version of me” he said giving her a wry smile. “Care for a walk?” – “Sure.” They walked hand in hand in silence before he spoke again – “Hermione I… I wanted to apologize for my behavior that day. I should have never reacted the way I did. I don’t know what came over me. The thought of you carrying their child, got me… well… you know.” – “Yeah, I do.” – “I never wanted to hurt you. Will you ever be able to forgive me?” – “I already did. I know you didn’t mean it.”
- “Thank you” he said squeezing her hand slightly “I guess while you’re still in forgiving mood I should also apologize for my behavior at the hospital.” She chuckled and shook her head – “You were a real arse that day, you know?” - “It’s not as easy as it seems. Took me a lot of years, practicing on the poor dunderheads to perfect it” he said with a sneer, receiving another giggle and a light punch in his side. “Seems like I always end up hurting people I care about the most. I don’t know why you even still talk to me” – “Why won’t you think about it and tell me.” – “I couldn’t tell you the reason even if I tried. The only thing I know is that the last couple of days seemed like hell. I thought you would never find it in yourself to forgive me.” He took a deep breath and continued “I spoke with Albus yesterday and I gave him my resignation letter. I just wanted to let you know.”
- “Resignation letter? You’re leaving?” – “Yes.” She felt like her whole world came crushing down, her eyes filled up with tears. She turned to look at him – “Why?” – “Hermione, there’s nothing for me here. All I ever wanted is to make sure you’d have a good future, safe, without being constantly afraid for your life. Now you have that. Your future is here and that’s all that matters.” She turned away not being able to hold her tears anymore, angry at him and herself for being weak – “Bullshit” – “What?” – “You’re lying again” she screamed storming away. He reached her in a few big steps – “Hermione. Please. Don’t go.” – “Why? So you could tell me that all you ever wished for, was my happiness?” – “I did and I still do.”
- “Well I don’t believe you. Why won’t you be honest for once? Tell me the real reason why you sent me away two years ago and why you’re leaving now.” – “Hermione… please” – “No Severus. I’m tired of your games. For once I want to hear the truth.” He couldn’t face her, feeling of guilt and remorse washing over him like a waive making him turn his head to avoid her direct gaze. – “What do you want me to say, Hermione? You want to hear how a grown man was lusting over his fifteen-year-old student, how all I wanted that evening was to throw you over my desk and fuck you till you couldn’t walk anymore? Is that what you want to hear?” he yelled, feeling angry at himself. – “Sixteen” she whispered – “What?” – “I was sixteen” – “How?” – “Time turner, remember?” – “Oh. I… I forgot about that, but it doesn’t matter. It doesn’t change the fact that what I felt towards you was completely inappropriate. That’s why I spoke with Albus and convinced him to send you away”
She came closer and raised her hand up to his cheek, petting it with her fingers – “When I told you that I loved you that night, I meant it” – “I know, but how could I ever…” He shook his head with a sigh “How could I ever take something that wasn’t mine for the taking? Last words coming out as a whisper. – “Why is it so hard for you to believe that it was already yours? I was yours. Then. Now. Always” – “You don’t know what you’re talking about. You will wake up one day and understand that you made a mistake. That instead of having a family with someone your own age, you have spent your life on someone who’s old enough to be your father.” She wrapped both hands around his neck, pulling him closer – “All I ever wanted was you. I don’t need someone my own age to make me happy, you daft man. I want to be WITH YOU. Have family WITH YOU. Grow old and spend the rest of my life WITH YOU” she breathed out kissing his lips. “How much time it will take you to finally understand that?”
He couldn’t wait anymore, she was his and she loved him and he would be damned if he ever let her go again. It felt right and if anyone would have anything to say about it, they could sod it, because after all this time, he was finally happy. He wrapped his hands around her, pulling her as close to him as he could and crashed her lips with a passionate kiss. His hands went into her hair, getting rid of all the pins that were holding it, letting it fall freely on to her shoulders. – “Gods, you’re so beautiful” he breathed out placing a trail of kisses from her lips down to her neck and groaned, feeling her untucking his shirt and snaking her hands under it to touch his bare back. – “Severus” – “Yes” – “I want to feel you, all of you” – “Hold on to me” he said hoarsely, apparating them to his private chambers.
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