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Facing Consequences	By : mysticxox Category: Harry Potter > Het - Male/Female > Snape/Hermione Views: 9912 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0
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Your reviews have been amazing! Thank you for all the thoughtful comments =)

As promised, here's the final chapter and it's long (so get the popcorn ready!). I admit to shedding a few tears as I finished writing this chapter.

This has been an amazing journey for me as a writer and I just want to thank all of you for being such supportive and dedicated readers through this entire series!

I'm (unfortunately) taking a break from writing for a while so apart from 'At First Glance', this will be my last story in the immediate future.

Anyway, enjoy the final part of Hermione and Severus' journey =)

Hermione didn't know what to think. As soon as they had arrived, Harry had complimented them and given Hermione a hug before whisking Ginny off for a dance. Luna had been commandeered by someone in Ravenclaw and she seemed to be having a good time as he twirled her around the dance floor.

Ron had been nowhere to be found. Not that she would have danced with him but she had wanted to talk to him.

And Severus…he was acting strange.

When she first entered, his eyes had heated up as he took in her outfit but his face had remained indifferent. She had brushed it off, thinking he might not want to dance with a student, even if that student was her. Technically, they weren't students anymore.

McGonagall had already given her final speech and wished them the best for the future, as Hogwarts Graduates.

Severus had been watching her all evening. She had felt his eyes on her as she danced with her other teachers and once with Harry, but every time she looked his way, he would quickly avert his eyes.

She couldn't ignore the nagging feeling that something was wrong.

Hermione tried to push the thought away for the moment as she watched Harry and Ginny begin a waltz, many other couples joining in. She saw Neville Longbottom, who had always been a good friend, ask Luna for a dance and she left the Ravenclaw boy to join him.

All her friends were having fun. That, at least, was good.

She was surprised when Draco Malfoy came up to her and asked her for a dance. She hadn't really talked to Draco this year, although they occasionally exchanged a smile, a silent acknowledgement that there were no hard feelings left from before the War.

Draco had also, reportedly, been nicer to others, no longer judging them on blood purity. In fact, Hermione had heard a muggle-born Hufflepuff and he were very close, possibly in a relationship.

"Well Granger", Draco's tone was friendly and he had a genuine smile on his face when he held out his hand and nodded towards the dance floor as the next song began.

"I would love to Malfoy", Hermione responded and took his hand, allowing him to lead her out. She caught Severus' eye and gave him a smile which he didn't return.

What was the matter with him? He had been so playful and romantic when she had seen him last, just a few hours ago.

She pushed the thought away for the moment as Draco rested one hand on her waist and held her other hand, prompting her to place her arm on his shoulder as they began the dance.

Draco was a surprisingly good dancer and she found it easy to follow his lead.

Unfortunately, this meant she didn't have to concentrate as much and her thoughts drifted to Severus' strange behaviour. She was thankful when Draco began to talk to her. It was a welcome distraction.

"So you and Snape?" he asked. His voice contained no trace of judgement or disapproval and Hermione breathed a sigh of relief.

"Yes. Me and Severus", she responded, a smile on her lips as she said his name. Draco nodded and smiled back.

"Interesting choice Granger", Draco murmured and they proceeded to talk about what their respective futures held. He wanted to work in the Ministry and he hoped he could get in despite the Malfoy name having been smeared during the war.

"They might hear my name and decide they want nothing to do with anyone from a family who aided the Dark Lord in the War", he muttered to her and she gave his shoulder a comforting squeeze as the dance came to an end.

"Your family didn't have a choice, not at the end. They'll take that into consideration and your top marks will probably come in handy too", she smirked at him and he laughed.

"Like you can talk, Granger. He's lucky to have you", he added as he took her leave, leaving her with pink-tinged cheeks. Who knew she would live to see the day Draco Malfoy complimented her?

She started to walk towards the refreshments table, wanting to get a drink when she felt a firm hand on her shoulder. She closed her eyes for a second before turning around. She knew that touch so well, had been aching for it all evening.

"Severus", she murmured as she stared into the dark eyes of her fiancé.

She could see the arousal in them but there was something more. Anger and…hurt? "Are you okay?" she asked tentatively and stifled her cry of surprise as he roughly grabbed her arm and led her outside the Hall, up many sets of steps and to the top of the Astronomy tower. Hermione tried not to shiver as the cold wind stung her skin. Her dress was not made for this weather.

She ignored it to focus on her lover, who was staring at her with anguish in his eyes. Why?

"Severus, what's wrong?" her voice was a whisper. He let go of her arm, turning away from her to face the open windows but she grabbed his hand and forced him to look at her.

"Was it something I did?" she waited, willing him to answer and was taken by surprise again when he lifted his other hand and stroked her cheek.

"You're cold", he whispered and she stepped closer to him. What was the matter?

"I don't mind", she answered, hoping he would answer her question. "You're so beautiful witch", his voice was a murmur and, despite her confusion, she let him press a warm kiss to her cold lips.

He gave her a small smile as he let go of her hand and turned back to the windows, crossing his arms on the sill. She joined him, standing next to him without touching him. Something was bothering him and it was taking her a lot of self-control to not give in to her natural curiosity and pepper him with questions.

"Some of my worst nightmares took place here", he said now, keeping his eyes straight ahead.

She glanced at him sideways. He was talking about killing Professor Dumbledore-being forced to kill him on his own orders.

Hermione didn't know what to say. He had never talked about it but she knew what had happened from Harry's recount of his memories.

"You danced with Draco today", he continued, once again surprising her. Wait…what were they talking about?

"Yes, I…he asked me and I thought it would be nice. I haven't really talked to him this year", she answered, smiling as she thought about their conversation.

She gasped as Severus' arm suddenly wrapped around her waist, pulling her to him as he turned around to face her. "It made me quite jealous watching you two", he murmured to her, his hand tracing the low neckline of her dress. Hermione could feel her arousal already.

"Oh…I didn't realise", she whispered back, whimpering as his hand moved down her body, stopping at the hem of her dress and touching her skin. She longed for his touch but she still hadn't found out what was wrong.

"I disagree. I think you realised exactly what you were doing", Severus' voice was low and his mouth pressed kisses against her neck, making her moan as he suckled the skin above her pulse.

"Severus!" she was panting but she cried out in protest when he stopped and wrapped her hands in one of his, his other arm pulling her closer against his body. He lowered his head to her shoulder, burying his face against her neck and she gasped when she realised he was crying softly.

"Oh Severus. Tell me. Please.What's wrong?" she could hear the panic in her voice but she had never seen him cry. What had happened?

He sunk down to his knees on the cold floor, taking her with him and she tried to comfort him with her touch and tender kisses to the top of his head until his crying eased.

"Professor?" she asked, and gave a sigh of relief when he whispered in her ear, "I feel like such a fool Miss Granger". His voice was clouded with tears and she had to fight hard to not cry herself. That wouldn't help anyone!

He pulled back and looked at her, his eyes still wet but his touch was as intoxicating as ever when he gently pressed his lips against hers, seeking and gaining access into her mouth and she moaned as he began to methodically explore every crevice.

He broke the kiss, leaving her wanting more. "I should tell you what happened", his voice was almost back to normal, stronger with an underlying edge of command. His teaching voice.

Hermione smiled to herself and leaned against the wall, preparing to listen as Severus began.

"Your…friend, Ronald Weasley paid me a visit earlier today", he started, raising his finger to Hermione's lips to stop her from interrupting as she gasped in surprise.

"He seemed to think I shouldn't marry you and said he had a very good reason". He looked at Hermione's pale face and pulled her into his lap smoothly. Holding her made him feel better.

She leaned against his chest, her head resting on his shoulder as he continued, "I didn't know what to think. Of course, I suspected he was jealous that I had you".

He chuckled as Hermione shook her head in disbelief. "Why is it, Miss Granger that for such a clever witch, you don't realise any wizard would be lucky to have you?" his words echoed Draco's and Hermione wondered if it was a Slytherin thing.

"I led him to my office, a mistake on my part", his voice was low and she couldn't help feeling aroused despite the serious nature of this conversation. "He claimed that…you had cheated on him during your brief relationship and that was why you both broke up. That you were not to be trusted".

Hermione gasped with outrage. How dare Ronald Weasley say such a complete lie about her! Just wait till she got her hands on that…

Her thoughts trailed off as she glanced up to see Severus regarding her with a serious expression. The hurt she had detected earlier was back in his eyes.

"Severus, you don't really believe what he said, do you?" she asked, her voice on the verge of hysteria. She would not let a jealous ex-boyfriend come between them!

When he remained silent, she continued, "He and I broke up because we were just not compatible. I never felt the way I feel with you when I was with him. As for his ridiculous accusation…I would never do that to anyone!" her voice cracked as she finished.

She was finding it almost impossible to hold back the tears that were pooling in her eyes and when Severus lifted his hand to her cheek, she leaned into his touch and closed her eyes, trying to stay in control of her emotions.

"I don't believe him, Hermione. I transfigured him into a newt for daring to voice his lies in front of me", Severus' voice was soft, comforting and Hermione stared at him wide-eyed.

He'd done what?

"I also wrote to his mother who promptly sent two of his brothers to collect him from the school. She also sent him a Howler to keep him occupied while he waited. That woman has a very…interesting vocabulary", Severus smirked, obviously enjoying the memory of Ron turning ghostly pale as he saw the Howler and then bright red as his mother's voice began lecturing him in front of his ex-potions teacher.

"I just…", Severus paused, raising his hands to frame Hermione's face. "I'm disappointed…no disgusted with myself for even allowing him to finish his fabricated tale and then, when I saw you dancing with Draco, the way you both seemed so at ease with each other, I…for a moment I let his words play with my mind and for that I want to apologize Hermione. I'm a very possessive person and I've never felt so strongly about anyone before. Tell me you forgive me?"

Hermione was trying to process his words. He wasn't angry at her! He had been angry at himself for letting Ron get to him.

She couldn't help smiling at him as his hands cradled her in his lap. "Say something", his voice was authoritative again and she had to laugh.

"You turned Ron into a newt?" she asked, picturing the event. His eyes were dark when she looked back at him and he muttered, "I had to reign in my temper. He deserved much worse for insulting you but I didn't want to face Minerva twice in one day".

Hermione wound her arms around his neck, allowing him to pull her up as he stood and place his hands around her waist. "Of course I forgive you Severus", she answered his earlier question as he stood there, holding her close. "I'm just sorry Ron ruined this night for you".

She frowned as she thought of her friend…was he still a friend?

She would have to talk to him but she doubted there was anything she could add to the countless lectures he must have endured from Molly Weasley after tonight's actions.

Severus' silky voice brought her back to the present, "Well now witch, that isn't strictly true. There's still time for my night to be rescued". His words were a soft caress and she could only gasp as his hands moved behind her to cup her cheeks and pull her more firmly against him.

"Severus", his name was a moan as his talented hands began to tease her body, kneading her breasts over the material of her dress and trailing wet, warm kisses from her neck to her ear.

"Tell me you're mine, witch", his warm breath teased her skin and this time, it was her who whispered the spell to charm their clothes off. The sting of the cold wind was forgotten as Severus' hands ran down her body and she moaned, arching into him as his hands moved over her breasts, brushing against her nipples and causing the peaks to harden in anticipation of his touch.

"Please", she could hardly recognise her own voice. The need for him overwhelmed her and she wanted him, not caring about where they were for the moment.

He groaned softly as one hand cupped her breast and the other wrapped around her waist, pulling her closer to him. Hermione cried out with pleasure as his hot mouth closed over her hardened peak, suckling her and causing her core to throb harder.

"Severus, please", she panted when he released her from his mouth and she was hardly aware of him conjuring up a soft mattress on the tower floor. She fell back on it and he covered her body with his, his mouth trailing kisses down her neck, across the valley of her breasts, down her navel. His hands parted her thighs, holding her in place as she squirmed.

She protested as his intention became clear. She wanted him to take her but he murmured, "I want to see you Hermione. I want to pleasure you, pet".

His words only served to make her wetter and she buckled against him when his mouth pressed a hard kiss to her clit. The sharp spikes of pleasure made her gasp and she trembled and moaned loudly as his tongue entered her slick, wet opening, pumping in and out.

"Severus!" she cried as her pleasure built, groaning when he removed his tongue to replace it with a finger. The sight of him, between her legs was so erotic.

"Tell me you're mine Hermione", his voice was deep and husky and she writhed against his finger, wanting more.

"Yours. I'm…only yours Severus" her voice broke as he added another finger, thrusting in and out of her.

"Good", she could only moan as his words filled her head, her body focused on the sensations his fingers were giving her, "Because I'm yours forever, witch".

She cried out, arching against him as his mouth closed around her swollen nub, suckling it hard as his fingers kept up their relentless rhythm. Hermione screamed out his name as her release surged through her, drifting her off into a land of bliss.

She opened her eyes to see Severus above her, her body warm under his as he kissed and nuzzled her neck.

She threaded her hands through his dark hair, groaning when he lifted her head and gave her a smouldering look, his desire for her clearly in his eyes.

"You look so beautiful tonight. Absolutely stunning", he murmured against her neck, pressing a soft kiss below her earlobe.

"I want you", Hermione couldn't recall ever having said that before. Severus usually took great pleasure in making her confess her desire for him but today, on her last day at Hogwarts, she wanted him to know. She heard his sharp intake of breath as he pulled back to look at her.

Her eyes were wide as she gazed back at him, her hands still in his hair. He loved this witch!

"Please", her voice was hoarse and he groaned as he relented and kissed her, his lips passionate and possessive as they moved over hers. Her fingers scraped gently against his scalp and he moaned into her mouth, pressing his body more firmly against hers as his erection reached an almost painful intensity.

Hermione could only concentrate on the feel of his lips, possessing her mouth like he would soon possess her body.

"Severus", she groaned in protest when he pulled away but he chuckled and framed her face with his hands.

"I love you Hermione", his voice was filled with desire and she felt his member resting at her opening. "I love you too Severus. You know that", she whispered the words, her throat closing up as she saw the swirl of strong emotions in his eyes.

Love, that was the prominent one, followed by lust and tenderness. She knew her wizard well, disclosing all that from his eyes alone.

They both moaned when he suddenly thrust into her, her opening welcoming him, massaging his thick member as he began to thrust harder and deeper. Hermione buckled and arched against him, her moans drowned out by his lips on hers, demanding and passionate.

He filled her completely, pulling out only to repeat the motion and she cried out as another orgasm overtook her, Severus whispering her name against her neck as he gave in to his own release.

He collapsed against her and she held him there, basking in the feel of his body, warm and firm against hers. She grumbled in protest when he eventually rolled off her, his eyes warm with love and satisfaction as he wrapped his arms around her, pulling her closer against him.

"You are no longer my student Miss Granger", he murmured the words as he threaded his hands through her tussled hair.

She looked absolutely beautiful to him, as she gazed at him sleepily.

"I'm going to miss you being my Professor", she whispered back, pulling him in for a gentle, sweet kiss. She felt him relax against her and saw the soft smile on his lips as she pulled away.

How would she survive so many months away from him? She was staying with him until University started. She had been surprised to learn he had a house in Muggle London, not too far from her parents' house so she could visit them easily.

"Do you want a change?" she asked suddenly, inspiration striking.

Severus regarded her with amusement, the corners of his mouth lifting into a smile. He could tell she had thought of some new scheme.

Hopefully, it would turn out better than her legendary S.P.E.W campaign!

"A change? In what context?" he asked, running his hand down her back as she scooted closer to him.

"Have you ever thought about teaching somewhere else? Leaving Hogwarts?" she questioned, her eyes alight with curiosity as she gazed at him.

He thought about it for a moment. Hogwarts had always been home but he had planned to leave once Hermione was ready to settle down. Teaching somewhere else?

Severus chuckled as she waited, expectantly, and shook his head. "I hadn't really thought about it. What do you have in mind?"

"I was thinking…well…wondering…" he looked at her, his eyes twinkling with laughter.

Hermione Granger at a loss for words! Apparently, anything was possible!

"Miss Granger, what is it? Your face is turning red", he placed his palm against her cheek, smiling when she automatically leaned into his touch.

"I was just wondering if…you might want to consider... teaching at a University? Perhaps the one I was hoping to go to?" her voice was quiet and Severus framed her face in his hands before she could bury it against his chest to hide her embarrassment.

She didn't want to leave him but it was humiliating to confess just how much she needed him! She glanced up, hoping he wouldn't laugh at her though she couldn't blame him if he did.

Her breath caught in her throat as she saw his eyes, looking at her as if she were the most precious thing in the world. It made her cheeks heat up again.

"You never fail to surprise me Hermione", he murmured the words and she managed to keep her eyes locked with his. "I would love the opportunity to spend more time with you. I will definitely consider the idea but I wouldn't want to distract you from your studies", his voice rumbled over her as she buried her face against his shoulder, hiding her smile.

She was confident she would get her way!

He could still hear the laughter in her voice when she replied, "You can't possibly be a bigger distraction than you've been in the last eight months. I can handle it!"

"Oh you have no idea Miss Granger", Severus chuckled and Hermione looked up, smiling to see the wicked gleam in his eyes.

"Maybe you could show me then?" her voice was seductive and he caught her hand as it trailed down his chest, before it could get to the intended destination.

"In my chambers", his gravelly tone had her smiling to herself as they charmed their clothes back on and made their way to the dungeons.

She couldn't wait to discover just how much of a distraction he could be and the best part was, she had the rest of her life to find out!

Please let me know how you found this entire story.

Hopefully the end lived up to your expectations =)

And, in answer to one of the earlier reviews, I would never end Hermione and Severus' relationship-I couldn't live with myself if I did! ;D
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