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The Family Ties that Bind

By: slygriff21
folder Harry Potter › Het - Male/Female › Draco/Hermione
Rating: Adult ++
Chapters: 25
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Love it Seems is in the Air

Summary: Hermione finds out her entire life has been a lie during the summer before her 7th year. How is she going to react to the news once she finds out who her real father is? Will Hermione and her father get along? Read and find out.

The Family Ties that Bind

Disclaimer: I by no means own any characters from the world of Harry Potter. They belong to the wonderful and talented J.K. Rowlings. So, please don’t sue me, because I have no money.

Chapter 21- Love it Seems is in the Air

Severus was a nervous wreck all week. All he could think about was Saturday with Rosemarta. He was so preoccupied that he didn’t even take house points from Neville who accidentally blew up his cauldron in Potions on Friday afternoon. After dinner that night Hermione went to her father’s quarters.

“You all right dad?” Hermione asked as she entered the sitting room and sat on the sofa.

“No I’m not bloody all right! I’m nervous as hell!” Severus exclaimed as he plopped into his favorite arm chair.

“Why? You like Rosemarta don’t you?” Hermione asked.

“Yes! And that’s what I’m scared of. I…I don’t want to degrade the memory of your mother.” he sighed.

“Daddy, mum would want you to move on. It’s time you move on. You deserve to be happy as much as anyone. Isn’t that what mum would want?” she asked.

“Yes honey. Your mother and I had talked about this many times. We had both agreed that if one of us should die, that one, you would be taken care of and two, that we would try to move on. I guess I’m just nervous.” he answered.

“You have no reason to be nervous. Look, last weekend Neville and I had a talk with Rosemarta. She likes you too dad. She was nervous about asking you to have tea. That is until Neville and I told her to go for it. She knows you loved mum. I also know that if something does happen between you guys, that she would never try to take mum’s place.” she said.

“You really should have been in Slytherin. Same with Mr. Longbottom. My own daughter and her friend trying to play cupid. But I’m glad you two did. I’ve been wanting to ask Rosemarta out for a while now. It’s just with the war and all, I was scared of her getting hurt if someone found out.” he said with a smirk.

“Don’t worry. Soon, Voldemort will be dead and you’ll be free at last. Now, get some rest and try not to worry too much. Good night dad.” Hermione said as she got to her feet and kissed him on the cheek.

The next day Severus felt much calmer. He couldn’t wait for Rosemarta to get there. At four on the dot there was a short knock on his door. He got to his feet and answered the door. Rosemarta stood there with a bright smile.

“Hello Rose. Please come in.” Severus said as he ushered her inside.

“Hello Severus. You look very handsome.” Rosemarta said as she admired his attire.

Severus had his hair pulled back into a low pony tail, wore an emerald green turtleneck sweater, tan slacks and black dragon leather boots.

“Thank you. You look as beautiful as ever.” he replied as he admired her in her long lavender dress, which looked amazing on her.

They sat on the sofa. Severus poured them both a cup of tea and they began talking of when they were younger. Meanwhile, in Draco’s room, Hermione, Ron, Harry, Ginny and Draco sat around the room just talking.

“I wonder how Severus is fairing with Rosemarta?” Draco asked.

“I hope things go well with them. Snape’s had his eye on her for years now.” Ginny said.

“And she’s had her eye on dad.” Hermione added.

“What do you think of all of this Hermione? I mean what if she and your dad get married?” Harry asked.

“I think it would be great. My dad has been alone long enough. It’s time he finds some happiness.” Hermione answered.

The five friends continued to talk about Severus and Rosemarta clear up until dinner. When they got to the Great Hall they noticed Severus was missing. Hermione and Neville shared a knowing smile. After dinner Hermione returned with Draco to his room. They spent the next three hours making love. It was nearly curfew when Hermione walked into her dorm room.

“Where have you been missy?” Lavender asked.

“With Draco.” Hermione answered.

“Details!” Parvati exclaimed.

“No way. What we do is between us.” Hermione said as she began getting ready for bed.

“Come on Mia. Is Draco a good kisser?” Lavender asked.

“If you must know, he is unbelievable. And that’s all I’m saying.” Hermione said with a sly smile.

“You’re no fun. Oh! I heard your dad had a date tonight. With Rosemarta! Is it true? Is that why he wasn’t at dinner?” Parvati asked excitedly.

“Yes. But I want you two to promise you won’t go around gossiping about it. My dad is a very private man and deserves his privacy.” Hermione answered as she faced her two friends.

“We swear. I just think it’s about damn time. Those two have been pussy footing around each other for a while. At least as long as we’ve been able to go to Hogsmeade.” Lavender said as Parvati nodded in agreement.

The next morning before the sun rose, Severus rolled over in bed and wrapped his arms around the still sleeping Rosemarta. She sighed as she snuggled into his arms. She then rolled over and faced him.

“Mmm. What time is it?” she asked.

“Around five.” he answered.

“I had better go. As much as I would love to stay right here, I do have a business to run.” she said.

“And I still have papers to grade. Plus I know Albus will corner me and interrogate me about my missing dinner last night.” he said with a smile.

Half an hour later Severus and Rosemarta stood at his fireplace kissing softly. She said good bye then flooed home. Severus smiled and began whistling a tune as he headed for the bathroom to take a relaxing shower.

T.B.C
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