Life is a Strange Thing Indeed

Life is a Strange Thing Indeed

Disclaimer: I don’t own any Harry Potter characters. Sure wish I did though. This story is for fun only.

Summary: It’s been 6 years since Hermione Granger has seen her friends from Hogwarts or even set foot in England. Suddenly she finds herself being called back home by the one person who she tried so hard in vain to run away from and forget. Will her past feelings interfere with her sense of duty? Read and find out.

Chapter 13- Gathering Information

Severus woke up about an hour after he and Hermione fell asleep. He looked down at the beautiful woman sleeping in his arms. He smiled as he kissed her forehead softly. He slowly climbed out of bed and entered her sitting room. He grabbed some floo powder and flooed Kingsley Shacklebolt.

“Ah, Severus. Is there something you needed?” Kingsley asked.

“Yes. I know Albus has told you about Hermione’s friend Samuel Peterson right.” Severus answered.

“Yeah. He did mention him.” Kingsley said.

“There’s just something about him that is giving me a bad feeling. I was wondering if you could do some background research on him.” Severus requested.

“Sure. I can have that ready for you in a few days. Do you want me to bring it up to the school?” Kingsley asked.

“Yes. And thanks Kingsley.” Severus answered.

Severus pulled his head out of the fireplace and returned to the bedroom. He climbed back in the bed and once more gathered her into his arms.

“Where did you go?” Hermione whispered.

“I flooed Kingsley.” Severus answered.

“Why?” she inquired.

“I asked him to do a check on Mr. Peterson.” he replied.

“You what!” she cried as she sat up.

“Hermione, there’s something off about him. Just how well do you really know him? Hmm. Did you notice how this morning he was so quick to blame Malfoy for the letter, but quickly rejected the thought of this Erin person? I’m just being cautious.” Severus said calmly.

Hermione stared at him. She began to calm down as she realized he was right. She didn’t really know that much about Sam. It was also strange how he wanted to blame Draco, but defended Erin. She sighed and leaned against him.

“You’re right. How long before you will know anything?’ she asked.

“He said it would be a few days, and that he would bring the information here to the school.” he answered.

Hermione nodded as she sat up. She looked outside. It was a beautiful day. She stretched as she walked toward her window. Severus walked over and wrapped his arms around her. Together they stepped out onto her balcony. He spun her around and claimed her lips in a fiery kiss. Down on the grounds a figure glared at the happy couple.

“Enjoy your precious moments. Soon you’ll be dead and she’ll be mine.” the figure hissed as he watched them re-enter the room.

Hermione and Severus spend the remainder of the day in her rooms. They had lunch on her balcony. After lunch they just talked. Nothing about Draco or the pending fight, but just about life and their future plans.

“You know my future revolves around you. You are my future.” Severus said as he held her tightly to him.

“I know. But, I’ve built a life for myself back in San Francisco Severus. I can’t just up and leave it behind.” Hermione sighed.

“I could go with you. If you want.”Severus said.

“Really?” she asked.

Severus nodded. Hermione threw her arms around him and kissed him.

‘Wow! He’s willing to come back with me? But could I ask him to make such a sacrifice? I mean, England and Hogwarts are his home. I couldn’t ask him to leave it behind for me.’ she thought as the kiss wore on.

“There you are! Where have you been all day?” Sam asked as he approached Hermione and Severus as they entered the Great Hall for dinner.

“I’ve just been resting in my rooms. And doing some thinking.” Hermione answered.

“Oh, what about?” Sam asked.

“I was thinking about weather or not I wanted to return to San Francisco or not.” Hermione answered.

“What?! You have to come back with me. What about your shop, your job, me? I thought we were going to give things a try?” Sam asked in shock.

“I know Sam. The thing is, now that I’m back, I just feel like I should stay here. In England. As for my shop and my job, I’m sure I could find a spot and open a shop here and find a job too.” Hermione answered.

“Oh. Well, I hope you will return with me.” Sam said.

“I’m still not sure yet Sam. Come on. Let’s go eat.” Hermione said.

As they ate Hermione began to see what Severus meant about Sam. She was beginning to feel uneasy as she noticed him stare at her out of the corner of his eye. Severus noticed too. He reached over and patted her knee. She smiled gratefully at him.

After dinner Hermione asked Remus and Harry to meet her and Severus in her rooms. Sam wanted to go, but Hermione said that it was Order business and that since he wasn’t a member, he couldn’t attend. Sam nodded and left. Once they were safely in her chambers she spoke.

“I asked you guys here because it involves Sam.” she said.

“What about him?” Remus asked.

“I have contacted Kingsley. He is doing a back ground check on Mr. Peterson. There’s just something off about him.” Severus answered.

“You noticed too huh?” Harry asked.

“Yes. I’m also worried about Hermione going with him on this mission.” Severus said.

“I have a plan for that. I will tell Sam that you have found the potion we used on Voldemort. That we will be using that one instead. That way I can go with my original plan and he will be none the wiser.” Hermione added.

“Have you two told Albus?” Remus asked.

“Not yet. We were about to.” Hermione answered.

“Then let’s go.” Harry said.

The four headed to Albus’s office. They entered and quickly explained everything. Albus sat quietly as they talked. Once they were done he rose to his feet and walked to the window.

“I agree. We must keep a close eye on Mr. Peterson. Until Kingsley brings whatever information he has been able to find.” Albus said.

“Yes sir.” they said.

“Now, why don’t you all go and get some sleep. Oh and that tracing charm on that owl.” Albus said.

“Yes sir?” Hermione asked.

“It appears to have landed in London.” Albus answered.

“So, she’s here. I think it best not to tell Sam. Until we know for sure. Until then, we need to keep him in the dark as much as possible.” Hermione said.

Everyone nodded. They each left the office. As they left Severus pushed Hermione into an alcove and slammed his lips over hers. Hermione wrapped her arms around his neck and one leg around his waist.

“Yours or mine?” he asked

“Yours. Now.” she answered.

They disentangled themselves and hurried to his chambers. He slammed the door, locked it, placed a silencing charm on it and pulled Hermione to him once more. They stumbled their way into the bedroom. With a flick of his wrist, both their clothes melted away. Hermione pushed him down on the bed.

Severus growled as she immediately took his hardening member into her mouth. Hermione wasted no time. She had to have him. And she had to have him now. Once he was hard she released him and impaled herself on him.

“SWEET MERLIN!” Severus gasped as he filled her completely.

“SEVERUS! OH GODS!” Hermione moaned.

Hermione began to move. Severus simply laid back and let her take control. Hermione leaned foreword and kissed him. Severus held her tightly to him as he rolled them over, so that she was now on bottom.

“What do you want Hermione?” he whispered.

“You. I want you to fuck me.” she whispered.

“Severus wasted no time. He began to thrust harder, deeper and faster. Hermione cried out in pleasure. Her nails digging into his back. He then stood up and moved her from the bed to the wall. Hermione giggled as he slammed her against the wall. Their lips met once more. Both were on the verge of exploding.

“HERMIONE!” Severus yelled.

“SEVERUS! OH SEVERUS!” Hermione screamed.

Slowly they sank onto the bed, both shaking from their joined orgasm. He pulled out of her, turned of the lights, did a cleansing spell and pulled the covers over them.

“Good night.” she whispered.

“Did you mean what you said? About you thinking of staying here?” he asked.

“Yes. I couldn’t let you give up your life. Besides, I’m finding England and Hogwarts becoming like home again.” she answered.

Severus held her tighter. They soon drifted off to sleep. Meanwhile, in London Draco sat in the room staring at the woman in front of him.

“So, what plans have you made to get this Samuel Peterson out of the way?” Draco asked.

“His one weakness is the mudblood. Get her and you get him.” she answered.

“I would, except one little problem. SHE’S IN FUCKING HOGWARTS! PROTECTED BY DUMBLEDORE YOU IDIOT!” Draco screamed.

“I know that! Why not try to lure her out? Or just grab her when she’s in Hogsmeade? Come on, get creative.” she replied.

“I would, if I knew anything about her. The stupid bitch has changed. She’s not the way I remember her. Which is a huge disadvantage to me.” Draco said.

“Hmmm. I think I know what to do.” she said.

“Tell me!” Draco demanded.

“Now, now Draco. Patience is a virtue. You be patient and I’ll bring back information to help you destroy her.” the woman said as she stood up and vanished.

Draco stared evilly after her. He only hoped that she did not fail again or he would have to destroy the little wench.

T.B.C