Misjudged

Misjudged

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Summary: Everything starts the last week of Hermione’s 7th year. Both she and Snape find out they have both misjudged each other. As the war draws to a close will romance blossom? Or will their pasts interfere? R/R

Chapter 10- Through the Year

Hermione made a full recovery and returned to her duty as Poppy’s apprentice. Severus returned to classes. School continued on like usual. Still, there was no sign of either Ron or Damien Snape. September faded into October.

Hermione, Severus and Remus were walking down a corridor on the third floor when they heard footsteps ahead of them. They looked around the corner just in time to see Sybil Trelawney being tripped by a big shaggy black dog.

Sybil rolled onto her back and the dog rested its front paws on her chest.

“Sirius, get the hell off of me.” Sybil said with a smile.

“I thought you liked me in my Animangus form?” Sirius asked with a crooked grin.

“Be careful or I might have to spank you with a rolled up newspaper.” she threatened.

“You did that. Remember last week? I was tied to the bed and you spanked me with that rolled up edition of the Evening Prophet.” he said.

Severus, Remus and Hermione shudder at that thought.

“When did they hook up?” Hermione whispered.

“Got me.” Remus whispered back.

“So, how is Miss Granger?” Sybil asked.

“She’s fine.” Sirius answered.

“I thought you and she hated each other.” Sirius asked.

“I don’t hate her and she doesn’t hate me. True, she’s not my favorite person, but I don’t hate her. No one deserves what that bastard Damien Snape did to her. I’m glad she’s all right and was returned to Severus alive.” Sybil answered.

“You know something? It turns out she is a…” Sirius started.

“Wiccan. I know. I’ve known ever since she entered my class when she was a third year.” Sybil said.

“How did you know?” Sirius asked.

“You three can come out now.” Sybil called.

Severus, Hermione and Remus slowly came from their hiding place and found Sybil and Sirius holding hands.

“How did you know we were there?” Severus asked.

“I’ll let you in on a secret. When Voldemort was killed, the spell he placed on me to block my seeing abilities was broken as well.” Sybil answered.

“There was a spell on you?” Remus asked.

“Yes. He found me and hexed me. As long as he lived I would have no control over my power. Once and a while I would get a vision, but that was about it. Now that he’s dead, I have full control over what I see. My powers are back under my control.” Sybil answered.

“That’s great.” Hermione said.

“Miss Granger, Hermione. I know we have never seen eye-to-eye, but I was hoping we could at least try to be friends. You’re friends with Sirius and I want his friends and I to get along. What do you say?” Sybil said as she held out her hand.

“I would like that.” Hermione answered truthfully as she took Sybil’s hand in hers.

“When did you and the mutt get together?” Severus asked.

“We’ve been together for almost two years now.” Sirius answered.

“We had to keep it secret. One, he was a fugitive and two, if Voldemort found out he would have used me to get to Sirius and then to Mr. Potter.” Sybil added.

“Well, if you three will excuse us. We have some catching up to do.” Sirius said as he dragged Sybil away and headed for the north tower.

The three friends shuttered at the image that flashed through their minds.

The month seemed to fly by. Albus had an idea to have a costume ball open to all students in celebration of their freedom from Voldemort. Hermione asked Severus to go, but he flat out refused.

“Fine. I’ll see you later. Also, I’m on call tonight so I’ll see you sometime tomorrow.” Hermione said as she turned and re-entered the hospital wing.

Severus in turn stormed off for his chambers. Halloween fell on a Saturday so the students had all day to get ready for the ball. Severus was sitting at his desk grading papers when Sirius entered the office.

“You’re not dressed.” Sirius said.

“I’m not going.” Severus answered, never taking his eyes off the paper.

“What? Why?” Sirius asked.

“I don’t feel like it all right.” Severus answered.

“Fine. But Hermione’s pissed. She was hoping you would learn to loosen up a bit. I’d tread carefully around her if I were you.” Sirius advised as he turned and walked out of the room.

The ball went off wit Hough a hitch. Hermione had dressed up as Ares. After the ball she retreated into the hospital wing. Her and Poppy had been rotation who was on call. Hermione had duty every other night and weekend. At the moment the wing was empty so she sat at Poppy’s desk reading.

“Hermione.” Severus said as he stood at the door.

“Yes?” Hermione asked not looking away from her book.

“Look, I know you’re mad. You have every right to be.” Severus said.

“Thanks for giving me permission to be mad. Actually, I’m not mad, I’m pissed. I was hoping we could enjoy a night of fun, dancing, hanging out with our friends. You know. Normal couple things.” Hermione said as she marked her place, slammed the book closed then slammed it on the desk.

“I know. Look, Im new to this whole dating thing. I haven’t had a girlfriend since I fifteen and that one didn’t last long. I’m scared.” he said as he plopped down on a nearby chair.

“Scared of what?” she asked as she sat beside him.

“You leaving. Or one day you waking up and realizing you don’t love me anymore. I’m mainly scared of messing up.” he answered.

“Severus, I love you. I won’t leave you. At least not by choice anyway. As for dating, there are no rules. You go with your instincts and feelings. That’s something you have to learn to do. You are still way too tense. Voldemort is gone. You’re free to relax. I know you have to be a hard ass in class because of what you teach, but outside of class, you are free to relax. Even Minerva relaxes outside the classroom.” she said.

“I know. Can you forgive me for not going tonight? I…I was just nervous. About us being seen. I know you would be critized for being with me.” he asked.

“I don’t give a damn about what people say. I was looking foreword to going with you. But yes I forgive you. To make it up, next Friday night, you and I are going to London. I’ve talked to Albus and he will have plenty of Order and aurors there watching. You and I are going on a date. And one more thing. No black. Well, maybe your pants, but that’s it. Understand?” Hermione said.

“Deal.” Severus said with a smile.

“Good. Now give me a kiss and head back to bed.” Hermione said.

Severus stood up, pulled her into his arms and kissed her. Long, passionate and loving. He smiled then left the hospital.

The weekend of their date in London Damien struck. He had attacked the town where Brianna was. Hermione rushed to her aunt’s house only to find Brianna and her boyfriend dead. Hermione never cried. At least around anyone other than Severus. Soon it was Christmas. This Christmas they were spending it at Harry’s home. He had rebuilt Godric Hollow.

The party on Christmas Eve was wonderful. Severus had planned ahead with Harry and had the perfect surprise for Hermione. Something he had spent the past few months thinking about. At midnight. Harry told everyone to shut up. Once everyone quieted down, Severus moved him and Hermione up in front of everyone.

“Hermione, you have done so much for me. You saw past my past and my cold exterior. You helped me find the person I used to be. Now, I have something for you.” Severus said as he reached in his pocket and knelt before her.

“Will you, Hermione Varia Granger, become my wife?” Severus asked as he held out a silver Claddaugh Ring with a Blood stone where the heart was.

“Yes! Oh Severus yes I’ll be your wife!” Hermione cried.

Severus slipped the ring onto her left hand with the heart facing toward her heart. They sealed their engagement with a kiss.

The rest of the term passed quickly. It was now the end of term leaving feast. Throughout the remainder of the term Damien had been sighted several times, but they had just missed catching him. They still had no luck in finding Ron.

“Another year gone. This year we have been through so many changes. We were successful in defeating Voldemort, people have found love, and we all have something we have yearned for. Peace and Freedom. Now, time to award the house cup. In fourth place Hufflepuff with 345 points. Third, Ravenclaw with 430 points. Second place goes to Slytherin with 445 points. In first place, for the fourth year in a row, Gryffindor with 472 points. Congratulations.” Albus said.

The meal was terrific as usual. Severus and Hermione held hand all through dinner and Severus even kissed her a few time without embarrassment. After the feast Hermione stayed with Severus. That night he held her tightly and thanked the gods and goddess for bringing them together.

The next morning he professors watched as the students returned to their families and loved ones. They were all remaining because in one week there was to be a celebration in honor of the 1,000th anniversary of the founding of Hogwarts. All former student or professor were returning for the week long celebration. Everyone was looking forward to the celebration. Even Severus.

The night of the Leaving Feast Ron showed up at his parent’s home not knowing that his dad had seen and heard everything that happened the night Hermione was kidnapped. When he knocked on the door and it was opened by Bill.

“Hi Bill.” Ron said.

“What are you doing here?” Bill asked.

“I came to see mum and dad.” Ron answered.

Bill said nothing but stepped aside and let Ron enter. Bill led him to the kitchen. There Molly, Arthur, Fred, George, Charlie and Percy were sitting. At the first sight of him Molly rose to her feet and stormed out. Percy followed her.

“You have some guts coming here. Especially after what you did.” Charlie said.

“What do you mean?” Ron asked, trying to play innocent.

“Don’t deny it! Dad saw Hermione’s pensive! How could you!” Fred yelled.

“I…I…” Ron stared.

“I can’t believe you would do that! Damien Snape is a known Death Eater! He almost killed Hermione! I still don’t know how she survived!” Arthur yelled.

“Were you so desperate for a girl you had to kidnap and almost killed your best friend!” George screamed.

“That wasn’t suppose to happen.” Ron said.

“Well it did!” Percy said as he re-entered the kitchen. “When I left the family, I did it because I wanted to better myself. I did mine out of personal ambition. I never hurt anyone, physically anyway. I know I hurt mother and father, but we have patched things up. I would never ally myself with a Death Eater to get the things I want out of life.” he added.

“You know, we should turn you in to the Ministry.” Bill said quietly.

Ron looked fearfully at his brothers and father.

“Do it.” Molly hissed as she came in.

“Mum! Please! I didn’t mean for her to get hurt! I never wanted her hurt!” Ron pleaded.

“You did! You hit her after the final battle. Then, you hired a Death Eater to kidnap her. What did you think someone like Damien Snape was going to do to her? Serve her tea?! You have disgraced this family! Bill, call for the aurors. You do the crime, now it’s time for you to do the time Ronald.” Molly ordered.

Ron tried to run for it but Fred, George, Percy and Charlie stunned him. Two minutes later the aurors arrived and took him away. As they did Molly broke down in tears. Arthur held her as she cried.

“Where…where…did we go…wrong?” she sobbed.

“You can’t blame yourself for this Molly. It is all on him. He made his choice now he must deal with the consequences.” Arthur said sadly.

“Father’s right. This time, there is no one to clean up after his mess, he must do it himself.” Percy said.

The Weasleys sat in the living room. Knowing what fate awaited the youngest son for what he did. They only hoped that the gods and goddess above would have mercy on him cause they knew no one else would.

T.B.C