Summer Love

Disclaimer: I don’t own Harry Potter or the names I’ve borrowed from Sense and Sensibility. Wish I did though. Ha! Ha! This story is strictly for fun and nothing else.

Summary: Hermione has graduated from Hogwarts and discovers her neighbor is none other than her, recently, former potions professor, Severus Snape. What happens when these two get together? Will they make it or not? R/R

Summer Love

Chapter 11

Hermione and Severus sat in the office of one of the healers. Severus quickly explained what happened. The healer sat behind his desk listening patiently.

“Well, Professor Snape, I believe we may be able to help Miss Granger. Of course it will be at least a year before we know if it is successful. Some of the treatments will be painful and will require Miss Granger to stay here for at least two days.” the healer explained.

“As long as I’ve tried everything I can, that’s all that matters to me.” Hermione replied.

“I agree. We have to at least try.” Severus added.

“Very well. We can start by healing your wrist and legs and getting them out of those casts.” the healer said.

Two hours later found Hermione cast free and wheeling herself out of St. Mungo’s with Severus walking beside her. Both feeling confident. They got into his jeep and headed home.

“I talked to Draco yesterday.” Severus said.

“Oh? How is he?” she asked.

“Fine. He and the others are at Hogwarts starting their apprenticeships. He said to tell you they would write often and visit when they could.” he answered.

“Who’s taking your place?” she questioned.

“His name is Daniel St. Morray. He was my instructor. Draco will learn a lot from him.” he replied.

That night the pair went out to a nice little French restaurant. They sat and began making generalized ideas for the wedding. They talked about getting married in a year and a half and possibly having the wedding at Paradise Manor. They had already agreed that Albus would perform the ceremony. Everything else would be decided later.

After dinner they returned home. As Severus was in the shower, Hermione had sat herself on the seat of his bay window. Shortly after they returned a thunder storm blew in. She watched as lightning lit up the sky.

‘How will I be able to do my apprenticeship? What if Harry shows up? I will be at a disadvantage there. What am I going to do?’ she thought.

“You okay love?” Severus asked as he entered the bedroom.

“I’m just worried. What if Harry finds me? I mean, I’m at a disadvantage if I had to face him.” Hermione answered still staring out the window.

“Don’t worry. The Order is watching us whenever we leave. Just to make sure Potter doesn’t show up.” he said as she sat behind her.

“I can’t help but be scared. I’ve seen him when he loses control of his magic. It’s scary.” she sighed.

“Come on. Let’s get some sleep. We have a long day ahead of us tomorrow.” he said as he carried her to the bed.

The next day Severus and Hermione made their way back to St. Mungo’s. The first treatment would start. The healer also told Hermione it would be the most painful of all. She would be at St. Mungo’s for a few days.

“You ready?” Severus asked as they parked near the hospital.

“As I’ll ever be.” Hermione replied.

They got out of the car and made their way to the hospital. They walked through corridor after corridor. They stopped outside one of the offices on the first floor and knocked, then entered.

“There you are Miss Granger. I am Healer Greystone. I will be overseeing your treatments for the next year. Healer Borden told me everything you and Professor Snape had told him. I also see you have signed all the proper paperwork. Shall we get started?” Greystone said.

“I have a question. What is the danger risk for these treatments?” Severus asked.

“There is only a 2 maybe 3% danger risk. That is only for children younger than two, adults over 100 and Witches or Wizards who have a low immune system. Hermione is as healthy as anyone I have seen. There is a less than 1% danger risk for her.” Greystone replied.

“Severus, we’ve been over all of the treatments. We both agreed it was perfectly safe. Stop worrying.” Hermione said as she placed her hand on his shoulder.

“Professor Snape, I understand you concerns. I’ve been in your shoes. My daughter was in Hermione’s place ten years ago. I preformed these same procedures on her. She is now fully healed. It took her a little more than a year, but she was also ill quite a bit when she was a child.” Greystone said.

“If you believe in these treatments enough to use them on your own child, that’s good enough for me.” Severus replied.

The three left the office. They took the elevator and went up to the sixth floor. Hermione was helped out of her chair, put into a hospital gown, and placed on the bed. She had to lay on her stomach.

“Now, you are going to feel the needle as it enters your spine. As I inject the potion, you will feel a burning sensation. In about an hour is when the pain will really set in.” Greystone explained.

Hermione nodded. Severus sat in a chair beside her. He held her left hand as she took a deep calming breath.

“Okay. Just relax Hermione. Try not to move. I’m inserting the needle now.” Greystone said.

Hermione relaxed her body. As the needle entered her spine, she hissed. Severus held her hand and softly ran his thumb over the back of her hand. As the potion was injected, she moaned and tried to remain as relaxed as she could.

“Okay. The potion is in. You did well Hermione. In an hour or so you’ll feel the potion beginning to work. It will be extremely painful. You’ll be here at the hospital two, maybe three days.” Greystone said.

“Can Severus stay with me?” Hermione asked.

“Of course. I’ll have another bed brought in. For now, just rest. Trust me, you’re going to need it.” Greystone replied.

“Healer, can I speak to you outside for a moment?” Severus requested.

“Of course. Hermione, I’ll come back in a few hours to check on your progress.” Greystone said.

“I’ll be right back. Try to rest love.” Severus whispered as he kissed Hermione.

Severus and Greystone went into the hall. They walked to a nearby break room and entered. Greystone poured them each a cup of coffee and they sat down at the table.

“What can I do for her?” Severus asked.

“Just be there at her side. You really love her don’t you?” Greystone answered.

“I love her with all of my heart. She was a student of min. I was driving the car that night. I would never hurt her.” Severus said.

“I know that. So does she. As she’s going through her treatments, be at her side. She’s going to need all of the support you can give her.” Greystone said.

Severus nodded. He finished his coffee then returned to Hermione’s room. She was laying on her stomach resting. He sat in the chair and softly began to stroke her hair.

“Hey.” she said quietly.

“Hey yourself. You should be sleeping. I’ll be right here. I’m not leaving your side.” Severus said.

The first day was hell for Hermione. When the pain kicked in, she tried to hold it in, but failed. All Severus could do was hold her hand and stroke her hair. And so, Hermione’s road to recovery, hopefully, began. On days she didn’t have the spinal injections, she was at St. Mungo’s for physical therapy with Severus at her side.

It had now been six months since the accident. The healers had agreed to give Hermione a week off. Her treatments had gone better than expected. After the first spinal injection, the feeling returned to her legs. That surprised everyone at the hospital. Hermione sat at the pool side reading a letter from Pansy.

Dear Hermione,

Hey girl! We are all glad to hear the treatments are going great. We’re sorry we weren’t able to be with you and Severus for Christmas. It sucked that you had to spend your holidays at St. Mungo’s.
You’ll get a kick out of this. I took your advise. Once again I had to go get a student from Gryffindor. Ron’s portrait was being a prat and not letting me in. So, I told him, “Ron dear, if you don’t let me in, I’ll tell every female portrait about your 8 ½ inch package.” He said I wouldn’t dare. When I said try me, he immediately opened up.
When the student and I left, the Fat Lady was chasing him into another portrait. He’s stopped giving us shit now.
Anyway. Everyone here is doing fine. What do you and Severus have planned for Valentine’s Day? Draco and I are going to dinner in Hogsmeade. The guys say hi and we hope we can make a stop by for Easter. Hope to hear from you and Severus soon.

Love you,
Pansy

Hermione smiled as she read the letter. She was glad everyone was doing fine. Minerva had told her that she could do all the book work for her apprenticeship from home and when she was healed she could continue it at Hogwarts. Her only concern was Harry James Potter. No one had seen hide nor hair of him since the night of the accident.

“Something wrong love?” Severus asked as he sat on the patio chair beside her.

“Just thinking about Harry. Severus, he needs help. We have to find him.” Hermione answered.

“I know. Wherever Potter is, he’s well hidden. That’s the frightening part. We’ll find him. Now, let’s get you inside and dressed. I have a surprise for you.” Severus replied.

Hermione had gotten very good at taking a bath and shower, as well as getting dressed despite her handicap. Three hours later found Severus and Hermione in his jeep heading out of town. Hermione stared out the window watching the world pass by. After an hour they reached their destination. A small homely cabin surrounded by gardens and orchards.

“Where are we?” she asked.

“This cabin belonged to my grandparents. I thought we could spend a few days here. Away from everything.” he answered.

“It’s wonderful!” she exclaimed.

Hermione allowed Severus to wheel her inside. The inside was beautiful. It was a very traditional English farmer’s cabin. Portraits of the English countryside and seascapes adorned the walls. The walls were painted white with a sky blue trim.

“It’s beautiful. I love it.” Hermione said.

“I’m glad you like it. Come, it’s time for dinner.” Severus replied.

They entered the dinning room. Hermione gasped. The room was bathed in candlelight. A romantic dinner for two on the table. Pink rose petals were scattered over the table.

“Oh Severus.” she sighed.

“I’m glad you like it. Let’s eat.” he said as he kissed her cheek.

The two sat side-by-side. They talked of their future, of their friends and of happy times. They took turns feeding each other their dinner. After dessert, Severus scooped Hermione into his arms, blew out the candles on the table and headed for the bedroom. She was in for yet another surprise.

Hermione could only stare as they entered the room. The room was filled with three dozen roses, gardenias and magnolias. All of her favorites. Scented candles filled the air. Setting a romantic mood. The large bed had flower petals spread all over it.

“Do you like it?” Severus asked.

“I love it! It’s beautiful!” Hermione gushed.

Severus gently laid them both on the bed. With a wave of his hand, their clothes melted away and reappeared on the desk in the far corner of the room.

“You look as beautiful as ever.” he whispered.

“Mmm. And you are as handsome as ever. Kiss me.” she whispered back.

Their lips met. It was like an inferno. It had been so long since they had made love. Her treatments and physical therapy left her physically and emotionally drained. Hermione immediately responded to the kiss.

Her fingers threaded themselves in his hair. Severus held her as close and tight as he could. The feel of their naked bodies pressed against each other had them hungering for each other.

“Make love to me.” she moaned.

Severus simply moved over her and began to kiss down her body. Hermione tangled her fingers in his hair as he made his way down her body. He reached her wet womanhood.

“Severus!” she gasped as she felt his mouth cover her.

Hermione threw her head back as he began sucking and licking at her clit. After only a minute or so she was coming hard into his mouth. In a flash, Severus slammed his lips over hers, thrusting his hard dick into her.

“Oh god!”

“Merlin Hermione!”

Severus paused for a moment before he began thrusting. Hermione dug her fingers nails into his shoulders. Severus thrust slowly into her. Taking his time, trying to give her as much pleasure as he possibly could.

“Oh Severus. So good. God you feel so good.” she moaned.

“Hermione. You’re so wet. Oh ye.” he sighed as he licked the shell of her ear.

“More. Please Severus.” she pleaded.

“What do you want?” he asked.

“Fuck me. Make me come.” she begged.

Severus thrust into her a few more times before he pulled out and rolled her onto her side. He spooned behind her, pulled one of her legs up and over his then thrust into her. As he began to pound into her, he reached down and began to finger her clit.

“Yes! Oh yes! Finger my clit! Don’t…aahh…stop!” Hermione cried.

“I’m coming Hermione. Aaahhh!” Severus groaned.

“Aahh! Oohh!” Hermione cried as she came hard.

They laid there gasping for air. Severus pulled out of her, summoning his wand, cleaned them and the bed and pulled the sheets and comforter over them.

“I love you Hermione. Happy Valentine’s Day.” he whispered.

“And I love you Severus. Happy Valentine’s Day.” she whispered sleepily.

In each other’s arms they fell asleep.

T.B.C