So this is Love

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Harry limped slightly from the bedroom. Severus had been very thorough in checking the stability of their coupling. Harry was very grateful that his portraits decided to leave for “an indiscernible amount of time,” he didn’t think they would want to see what had happened in every room, twice. Harry smiled, then frowned.

Severus had disappeared this morning. His side of the bed cold, and it appears as though he had left their quarters. Today was Monday, but classes were canceled until next week. So…where was he? Belatedly remembering the verbal aspects of their bond he tried reaching out, only to hit a wall. Knocking on the door he was surprised and worried when he didn’t receive an answer.

He was just about to start banging on the wall, when a voice sounded behind him. “Little Griffin,” Harry whirled around to look at Helga smiling down on him. “Your mate said he needed to run an errand and that it was to be a surprise. So his shields are up and don’t bother him. Your bracelet would heat up if there were any problems anyway.”

Harry smiled at her rationality. Fixing himself small breakfast he was alarmed to have no idea as of what to do. All his friends had opted to go home for the impromptu break. The Malfoys were off trying to go through the manor to rid it of its dark objects. Granddad and Grandma Min had decided to give themselves a small honeymoon, so had commandeered the Room of Requirement. Harry gave a large sigh, he had no idea how to spend the day.

Helga gave a large smile at the young man in front of her. “What is wrong little one?”

“I have no idea what to do today.”

Helga just smiled wider at him, “Why don’t you take your familiars to the forbidden forest and go meet your drake?”

Harry shot up a large grin plastered across his face, “That sounds like a great idea… How do I call him?”

“Just open your mind to the forest, and it will acknowledge the fact that you are calling your familiar.”

Harry smiled and quickly gathered his two familiars, Fawkes opting to sleep for a while longer. Harry apperated to a clearing in the middle of the forest and let his mind open completely. This felt wonderful and horrible at the same time. He had trained for so long to open his mind that he felt vulnerable and fearful with it any other way. He also felt ecstatic that he didn’t have to worry about Voldie trying to take advantage of it.

After several minutes silence a loud cry echoed through the forest, sending many animals scurrying about. A beautiful sapphire dragon with a canary yellow underbelly that curved along its neck to showcase its amethyst eyes burst into the clearing. The small dragon was about the size of a small compact car. It let out small chirping noises as it flew.

It finally landed next to Harry and eyed the man up an down. It suddenly butted his head against Harry’s chest, he felt the small bond connecting him with that dragon and smiled at the creature. It looked at Astrum and hissed a small greeting before turning to greet Altor.

Harry’s smile widened, “So you speak parseltounge, wonderful! Do you have a name young one?” Harry knew that even though the creature was so large it was still a child.

A small chirp before hissing filled his ears, “No little Griffin, you are to name me. I am to stay here if I want to, right?”

“Yes, young one. Unless you want to visit me, you may stay where you please. What about the name Sapphire, for your lovely coloring?”

“I like it.”

Harry spent the rest of the day playing with his familiars. It wasn’t until he heard Severus worriedly screaming in his head, that he realized how late it was. Harry called his familiars to him. Fawkes, who had joined him earlier in the day, flew over and butted his cheek before flying off. Astrum and Altor came over and sat be his feet. Harry kissed Sapphire’s head and wished her good night before picking up his other two familiars and apperating home.

Severus flew around at his pop wand drawn. Harry gave him a smile and was rewarded when the vampire flew over to him and pulled him into a hug. Severus’ hands ran all over him, checking for signs of hurt or damage. “Sev, I’m fine,” Harry mumbled into the man’s chest.

Severus leaned back and kissed Harry thoroughly. “Why did you close the bond?”

Harry gave the man a puzzled look, “I didn’t. I was in the forbidden forest playing with my familiars. I met the drake and named her Sapphire. She is a beautiful creature, but looks a little fierce.”

Severus smiled, and then led Harry to a chair. Harry could feel the waves of nervousness radiating off the man, and became concerned. He watched Severus pace concernedly.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~SS/HP~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Severus was a bundle of nerves and he knew that he was radiating that nervousness, but at the moment he couldn’t care. He needed to do this, but was worried that Harry would say no. He paced and tried to think of the right way to say what he need.

Severus took a quick glance toward Harry and knew that he didn’t have to worry about a negative answer. The love and adoration was evident on his face. Severus gave him a smile and walked forward. He kneeled in front of the man he loved and took his hands.

Severus kissed each hand before reaching up to undo the necklace from around his neck. “Harry, I love you.” Harry smiled at him, but still looked worried, “When I was younger my mother gave me a ring. She said, ‘Your mate will give you everything while giving you nothing.’ At the time I didn’t understand, but I do now. You give me the sun when you smile. You give me the stars when you look in my eyes. You give my the world because you are simply with me. You give my everything, when you give nothing.” Harry smiled at his mate and squeezed the hand in his grasp. “When I hit thirty, I gave up on my mate. I gave up on finding love, on finding you. I took the ring, and put it on a necklace so that would at least have the dream of a mate.” Harry squeezed the hands tighter, “Then you came, and I no longer have to dream, for you have given me a wondrous reality. You have given me your heart, and have taken my heart and my soul. That is why I want to ask you if you will marry me, tonight, right now?”

Severus hadn’t looked away from Harry eyes since the beginning of his speech, and was able to see the joy and love shining through the tears that made their way down Harry’s face.

Harry took one breath and screamed yes, before throwing himself at Severus kissing the man deeply. Severus smiled into the kiss and pulled back to kiss the tears away. Severus pulled away a moment later and directed him to get dressed with the robes laid out on the bed. Harry took off and disappeared into the room.

Severus smiled and then stood. Throwing the floo in he called for Sirius and Remus to come through. The men flood through dressed to impress. Severus, Remus, and Sirius had spent a good portion of the morning working through any lingering anger or doubts in their new relationship; then spent the rest of the day planning, and decorating the Great Hall for the wedding. Severus shook each man’s hand before leaving the rooms.

~~~~~~~~~~~~HP/SS~~~~~~~~~~~

Harry had a grin as he walked out of the bedroom. His white wedding robes, had a silver trim and skipped his shoes. His smile grew when he spied Remus and Sirius and ran over to give the men a hug. “What are you two doing here? I thought you were going to clear out Grimmuald Place.”

Sirius hugged the man tightly, before passing him to Remus to get an equally tight hug. “Severus flooed us a few days ago to come and help him with this. We wouldn’t miss this for the world.”

Remus agreed and hugged the man just as tight. “Now, the tradition is that your parents walk you down the isle. But, well since they aren’t here, we decided to do it. Lucius and Narcissa will meet us at the end of the isle to show that your ‘family’ agrees to this union. Now, let’s get going.”

Harry smiled and practically dragged the other two men out of the room. He could feel Serenity’s excitement and let her lead him. Stopping in front of the Great Hall he felt Serenity kiss his cheek before music started wafting through the doors. Sirius and Remus did a final check on his appearance before the doors flew open. Severus stand at the end of the isle a smile playing across his face. Remus and Sirius each took one of his arms and led him down the isle.

Harry was amazed to see all the Weasleys and most of his friends. He saw most of the Slytherin house on Severus’ side and had to hold back a snort at seeing George and Fred sitting on either side of Draco. A small Slytherin girl stood at the end of the isle in a green and silver robe with a silver pillow holding the rings. Harry smiled when he realized it was Amelia Grandas.

Harry took a moment to look at his mate and soon-to-be-husband. Severus had certainly changed from so long ago. His skin was pale, no longer sallow. His eyes seemed to be brighter, and didn’t appear to be sunken in like they did at the beginning of the year. His teeth were now a healthy white and straight. But most importantly he looked happy, something that he had never seen the man before.

They reached Severus a moment later and Lucius and Narcissa gathered around him. Now his four godparents were surrounding him and Harry could feel the happiness flowing off them. Albus stepped forward and took his place, his twinkling eyes seemed to light the room. “Severus Alexander Snape has asked Harry James Potter to be his husband. Though his parents have moved from this life to the next, they pu their trust in four others to stand in for them. So, I ask, guardians of Harry Potter, do you agree to this marriage?”

Remus and Lucius were on his left and Narcissa and Sirius on his right all spoke at the same time. “We stand in for his parents and agree to this marriage. We give it our blessings and are joyful with this match.”

Albus smiled and nodded, “Then step forth Harry Potter so we may wed you to your intended.” Harry smiled and practically bounced into the place indicated making a few people chuckle at his enthusiasm. “Severus Snape you have proven your love for this man, or he would not be here. You have given him you heart, or you would not have come this far. Any doubts or fears must be intoned now, or this will not have your magics blessing.”

Severus still wore a smile and reached for Harry’s hand. “I fear that I am not good enough for you, don’t deny it, because I know it’s the truth. I worry for your safety, no matter your power or your strength. I don’t doubt anything about you, because you wear your heart on your sleeve.”

Albus smiled at the man, before turing to Harry, “Harry, you may now put to rest his fears and doubts and state your own.”

Harry squeezed Severus’ hands, “I think your stupid if you think you’re not good enough for me. You are the ONLY one who will ever be able to meet my standards, because they were set by you. I won’t deny that I am always in some form of trouble, but I know that I can call on you when it gets to hard. I have no doubts about you because I can feel your love. My worries are always quelled by you, the moment they appear so I have none either.”

Albus nodded in Harry’s direction before turning back to Severus. “No longer will these doubts and fears be in your mind, for he has acknowledged and dismissed each one.” Albus turned and collect one ring from the pillow, winking at Amelia. “Severus has already informed Harry of this rings importance, and the sentimentally of it. Now take this ring Severus, and place it on your beloved’s hand.”

Severus smiled and took the ring from Albus. His eyes locked with Harry and Severus as the older man slid the ring on his finger. The magic in the ring resized it but seemed to hold something in, something that it was waiting for, something profound.

Albus turned to Harry and offered the man the other ring. “Harry, take this ring and put it on your beloved’s hand.”

Harry took the ring and locked his eyes back with Severus as he pushed the ring on his finger. The ring resized to fit the man, but the same sense of anticipation filled that ring as well.

Albus brandished his wand and waved it over the couple. Bonding magic flowed from his wand, but Severus and Harry could feel Serenity boosting the magic with her own. The rings took that as their cue and a warmth flooded each man. Harry cold feel Severus’ magic and love flowing from the ring. It wrapped around him like a favorite blanket.

Severus smiled as the bonding magic flooded the rings. The rings released their magic and filled Severus. When it calmed, he looked at his husband and smiled. Albus was speaking but the words didn’t seem important. Then the world flooded back into his body and he focused on Albus catching the last of his words. “-so let us welcome the Potter- Snapes.”

Harry gave him a gazillion watt smile and they turned to the crowd. Both men bowed before Severus pulled his husband closer. Harry giggled into the neck of his husband.

A few moments later found Harry looking around the Great Hall, having ignored almost everything the moment he walked into it the first time. It looked like it did for the yule ball, with small changes found here and there. Suits of armor stood at attention in various spots around the room. The ceiling glowed with a beautiful moon, but white flowers seemed to float in it like they would in a pond. Instruments stood playing softly in the corner of the room, and a few tables stood off to the side.

Harry soon was floating around the room in his husband’s arms. It seemed like everything was perfect, and it was a night that belonged to them. The room glowed with a happy energy that seemed to agree with the statement.

Severus kissed his husband’s cheek then turned to Sirius and bowed before passing Harry to him. Harry smiled but looked confused. Sirius winked and gracefully danced him around the room. “Muggles have a father-daughter dance. Wizards do too, but it is for all your guardian figures in a moment I will pass you to Remmy then to Lucius, Narcissa, Albus and then back to Severus. It shows that we walked with you in your adolescence and will walk with you in your marriage, but will let another take the main role in your life.”

Harry smiled and nodded, kissing Sirius on the cheek he flowed into Remmy’s arms. Kissing each of his family member’s cheek he was passed back to Severus and the song ended. Severus bowed to each of Harry’s family members and then took his husband’s hand and pulled him off the floor.

Albus cleared the floor and tables appeared around the room. Names floating above the chairs led each person to their seat. Soon the room was filled with polite chatter and laughter. Harry turned to his family and husband that sat around his table. “I don’t know how to thank you all for this. I never thought I could be as happy as I am now.”

Everyone smiled at Harry and Albus gave the young man a hug from his seat next to him. “You have brought unimaginable joy to everyone here. It’s only far that we give you as much as we can in return.” Everyone seemed to agree to the statement and nodded his head in agreement.

A house elf wearing a pillowcase interrupted them, “Master Potter, I brings you tea.”

Harry smiled at the elf, but gave it a curious glance. All his elves had uniforms, pushing the tea to his side he cast an unnoticed spell at it. A blue glow surrounded the cup briefly, but enough for most of the table to see it. Taking a breath at the sudden anger that filled him with the knowledge that his wedding was now going to have a damper on it. Severus seemed to think so as well, but squeezed his hand and walked over to Amelia Bones asking for her assistance.

Lucius was eyeing the elf, she looked familiar. He was pissed that someone would send an elf to try to poison Harry on his wedding day. This was supposed to be a day without such worries.

Severus came back, with Amelia following, and nodded to Harry. Harry waved his hand like a grand gesture and tea seemed to disappear. He picked up the glass and acted as if he drank it. The elf nodded and went to refill the glass when Harry stopped her. “No thank you,… I’m sorry I don’t think I know your name.”

The elf squeaked out “Mitzy” just loud enough for the table to hear. “Well Mitzy, who is your master?” Harry asked.

Mistzy squeaked, “I is not allowed to say, please don’t hurt Mitzy. I is wanting to, but Master hurt my children if I say.”

Harry nodded, thankful for the silencing charm that Albus had put up he turned to the elf. “I know that when an elf had children those children are not bonded to the elf’s master until they are in their adult age. If you would like you may have your children brought here and they will be safe.” Mitzy looked up hopeful at Harry. “But first, what was supposed to happen when I drank that tea?”

Mitzy looked afraid, but determination rose in her eyes. “You was supposed to get sick and die. My master said it was the Hurroce Potion.”

Severus sucked in a breath, but shook his head at the curious looks he was getting. Harry nodded and went back to the elf, “I know you cannot tell me who your master is, but do you think if I could guess who it was, it would be alright?”

Mitzy seemed lost in thought, before she nodded. “I is thinking we can do that, but I can only nod or shake my head.”

Harry nodded, and started listing off names, but none of them matched. Suddenly Lucius snapped his fingers, “I knew I remembered you. You belong to that fool Fudge.”

Mitzy had a smile on her face and was nodding, jumping up and down. Amelia went to go leave, but Harry stopped her. “Madame Bones, wait just a moment if you please. I might now of a solution that could free our elf friend and bring Fudge to our doorstep, voluntarily.” Amelia seemed puzzled, but nodded. “When do you think we could arrange a wizgemont trail?”

Amelia thought for a moment, “Tomorrow afternoon, I suppose.” Albus nodded in agreement.

“Mitzy, I am going to put you under an elfin curse that will not control, but guide your actions. Okay?” The elf nodded and Harry put his hand on her head, “Mauya.” The elf glowed a lite purple, her eyes got huge before she calmed down. “Mitzy, you are to go back to your master and tell him that soon after drinking the tea I ran out of the room to close myself up in the bathroom. When he leaves your children you are to bring them to Hogwarts and give them to an elf named Sydney. Go back home and wait for your master to start getting undressed when he throws off his clothes try to catch one if you can you will be a free elf, but you can come here and be bonded to Hogwarts. Understand?” Mitzy nodded. “Good, then go on.”

Serenity would let Sydney know what was going on and Harry turned to Severus and leaned into his chest. Severus gently ran his through Harry’s hair trying to calm him. The vampire in him wanted to go find Fudge and kill him. Having Harry in his arms though seems to calm him, he can feel his heart beat under his fingers.

Harry collects himself and sighs before he leans back in his chair. Harry posts a smile on his face knowing that there are many people there watching him. Madame Bones, nods in his direction before whispering to Dumbledore and leaving the table.

Severus smiled at his guests and lead Harry out to the corner. “Are you alright Melamin?”

Harry cuddled into his husband’s chest. ‘I thought that, at least today, I wouldn’t have to worry about this. I am upset that it has happened at that Fudge would be so calluased as to use elvin children to make sure the elf would do as best he could. Severus, it shouldn’t have to be like this.’

Severus held Harry closer. ‘I’m so sorry melamin, but there is nothing I can do know. What do you want to do?’

‘Fudge, might have someone here watching. My family all know that I am happy, and we can celebrate later. Let’s just leave.’

Severus kissed his husband on the head and left to go talk to Dumbledore. He came back and swept his husband out of the room. Serenity was angered and saddened at the knowledge that the wedding of her heirs were ruined and the Great Hall shook, for it. Albus put his hand on the wall to steady himself, and felt the anger from the castle. He agreed with it wholeheartedly, and promised retribution tomorrow.

The next morning Albus Dumbledore dawned the most muted tone of robes he had. He face was devoid of any joy and happiness. He was angry and he would get revenge. It was often debated about which house he belonged, in truth he was a Ravenclaw. Being in that house allowed him to be friends with both Slytherin and Gryffindor, each house taught him something. But today he would be a Slytherin for revenge.

Exiting the floo many people stared at the sight of Albus Dumbledore in a black robe, his magic angry enough to leave so residual magic behind him. Albus entered the courtroom and took a seat. Almost all the members of the Wizgamont were present last night, and everyone was now looking grave. Madame Bones had informed all the members of the activities at the wedding.

The members nodded in greeting to Albus, who nodded back, but kept his eyes firmly on the door. Ten minutes later Fudge entered, he looked fearful but smug. He walked to the front of the courtroom and greeted the council, “My dear members of Wizgamont, what seems to be the trouble?”

Albus wanted to strangle the man, but let Amelia handle it. “Cornelius Fudge, you have been accused of attempted murder and treason against the Wizarding World. How do you plead?”

Fudge grew pale and started to shake, “Now, now, my dear, and j-j-just who am I supposed to have m-m-murdered? And h-how have I c-com-committed treason?”

Amelia eyed the man in front of her, there was one reporter in the back of the room, only have been allowed in with consent from the victims. He was obliviously disgusted with the creature as much as she was. “Attempted murder, Cornelius, and you attempted to end Harry Potter’s life, at his own wedding no less.”

Fudge had grown pale and his eyes grew angry but he held himself in check. “I did no such thing.”

Albus glared at the pathetic man, “We have testimony and witnesses, they are waiting in another room. I was going to give you a chance to admit your actions before we brought on the witnesses, but if you insist.”

The next few hours was a whirlwind for Fudge, who watched Lucius and Narcissa Malfoy, McGonagall, Sirius Black, Remus Lupin, and lastly his own house elf, who he had accidently freed last night. The creature looked better than she should have. Albus turned back to him, “I can call Severus Snape and Harry Potter, but perhaps you would save us the time?”

Fudge knew he had lost. Lucius had given them a sample of the poison. Sighing Fudge rose to his feet, “I will admit my wrong doing, but I did it for the wizarding world. That man is mated to a dark creature and who knows what kind of horrible things go on in his mind, he had a connection to the dark lord.” He watched as Albus’ eyes widened and he knew something had gone terribly wrong.

Albus smirked inwardly, Fudge had just signed his ticket to Azkaban if not the kiss. “I must hold conference with the members.” A silencing and clouding spell shot up in front of the members. Albus saw many people giving him a curious glance. “He referred to Voldemort,” from and winces from a few, “as the Dark Lord.” Many people caught on and looked grim at the knowledge. “I ask that the wizgamont give verisitum, forcefully if needed.”

Everyone agreed and a house elf was called, the shield dropped and Fudge looked at the Wizgamont hopefully, did they buy his speech? Amelia Bones nodded to the Defense table. “Take a seat Cornelius, and tell us what you mean.”

Fudge gave small sigh of relief and a vicious grin was repressed. The moment he sat down a house elf appeared and gave the minister a cup of tea. Fudge downed the whole thing quickly. He went to rattle on more about how Harry Potter was a danger, but his mind grew fuzzy.

Amelia, noticing the potion taking over, quickly went about questioning the man. “Why did you try to murder Harry Potter?”

“He killed Voldemort, and has more power than I do magically and politically.”

“Then why have you not tried to kill others?”

“I have, I have killed at least twenty at the most thirty. Some are not interested in politics so I ignore them.”

Amelia was shocked, the Minister of Magic had killed a large amount of people with out her knowing. “Do you have an accomplice?”

“Yes, several.”

“What are their names?”

“Rufus Scrimgeour, Dolores Umbridge, Harvey Poka…”

Many were in shock as Fudge listed Aurors, Department Heads, and Political figure heads. Finally the man stopped, and Amelia Bones went back to questioning. “Were you a follower of Voldemort?”

“Yes, I was unmarked, but my wife was marked, so I could respond to his calls.”

“Who were your victims?”

Names poured out of the man’s mouth, Amelia had to calm herself as Fudge named her sister. She guessed that it was on a mission for Voldemort, but to know that the man who had ultimately cast the killing curse was in front of him caused her brought all thoughts of torture to he mind.

When Fudge finished listing names, Albus made a motion to the Wizgamont who nodded back. Amelia motioned to an Auror to give the and antidote to the potion. Fudge blinked his eyes then stood horrified at what had been said. Albus stood and turned fierce eyes on the man, “Corenlius Fudge, you have been found guilty of murder, attempted murder, and treason. All of them multiple counts. You are sentenced to two years in Azkaban before receiving the kiss. Your property will be given to the person who has made it available to arrest you. I must ask that the reporter in the back hold back on printing the names as it will put a damper on our arrests.” The reporter nodded and Albus motioned for a guard who took a sobbing Cornelius Fudge out of the courtroom.

~~~~~~~~~Hp/Ss~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Harry leaned heavily into Severus as they walked to their quarters, both happy it was so close to the Great Hall. Harry was ecstatic that Severus wanted to wed him, and was over the moon that he had given him this surprise. Harry smiled at the thought that the man he loved took such actions for him.

As soon as they walked into their quarters Harry turned and kissed his husband deeply. “Thank you,” he whispered when he pulled away.

Severus gave him a soft smile. “I’m sorry it was ruined.”

Harry shook his head gently, still cuddled into his husband’s chest. “It was perfect, our family and friends will now what happened, but I am just happy that you wanted to marry me.”

Severus looked quizzically at him, “Harry, love, I love you, we are a bonded, mated couple. I would happily marry you anytime anywhere you wanted. For now do what you need to do for your new elf, I can feel it on your mind.” Harry gave him an apologetic grin and kissed him gently before pulling away.

During the beginning of the school year, Serenity and Harry took an unused corridor and made the rooms much smaller and a dormitory for the elves. A small section was made as a school for the elves to learn to read a write. And a section was sectioned off for a playground, when Harry noticed that he had about thirty to forty Elvin children. The teacher of the elven school was Sydney, the wife of his head house-elf.

Sydney appeared and was enuthisiastic at the prospect of more elvin children. Harry smiled and they waited together for the elves. It was two hours later that Mitzy appeared, she was bruised and bleeding. Her children looked to be young, the youngest barley the size of a child’s shoe, the two children had several bleeding cuts and looked as though they had been burned with a hot poker. Harry was used to that type of punishment and quickly healed the burns. Mitzy gave a small smile and popped away before Harry could heal her. Sydney took the children and popped out with them.

Harry smiled and turned back to Severus who was watching him with concern shining in his eyes, behind him he could see his ancestors looking at him the same way. Harry cocked his head at them.

Severus walked forward and helped Harry off the floor, which he had sat down on to talk with the elves. “Harry, I could feel you fighting a flashback when you were healing the elves. Are you alright?” Harry seemed to drop the smile and buried himself in Severus’ chest. “Love?” Harry just kept buried in his chest, and Severus wrapped his arms around Harry and held him closely. It was an hour later that Harry pulled away, “Love, are you alright?”

Harry gave him a watery smile, but nodded, “Vernon’s favorite punishment was the poker when I was younger. He would burn me for hours on end laughing as my skin blistered and bled. I guess seeing that made me think of the man.”

Severus reached over and pulled Harry back into his chest. “Harry love, you know now that you never have to worry about them again?” Harry nodded.

It as two hours later that Mitzy popped in Harry quickly healed her and sent her down to the kitchens to see Stitch. Harry turned to Severus, “Now, today was our wedding day let’s get started on the honeymoon.”

Severus smirked and followed his husband into their bedroom. They made love long into the next day, both were sated, sore, and happy when the Headmaster knocked on their door at about 4 o’clock that afternoon. Albus relayed the trails outcome and the moves made to elect a new minister. Harry and Severus were quite happy about the ending. Severus and Harry realizing they were dressed only in dressing robes, quickly excused themselves.

Severus smiled as he watched Harry conversing with his great grandfather. He was married to the most wonderful man. Suddenly Severus remembered his gift for Harry, he had gotten his mate a wedding gift, but it was also for Remus as well. Disappearing into his workroom he appeared a moment later carrying a glowing silver potion. Salazar smiled at the substance knowing what it was.

“Harry, love?” Severus interrupted his mate. Harry turned to look at him and gave a curious glance to the potion, “I had gotten you a gift last night, but it had escaped my mind until a moment ago.” Harry just smiled though, he cocked his head to the side. Severus walked to the floo and called out for Remus.

“Yes Severus, are you and Harry alright?”

“Yes Remus, I need you to come down here though, bring your mate if you must.”

“Alright.” Remus sounded cautious but he and Sirius appeared a moment later.

Directing everyone to the couch he stood at the fireplace and went into ‘teaching mode’ as Harry called it. “It is usually customary to give a gift to the groom on your wedding day, due to yesterday’s interruption I was unable to give my gift.”

Sirius and Remus were looking at him with confused expressions, “Why are we here then Severus?” Remus asked.

“Simple, my gift affects you and your mate as well. Albus is here… because he was here when I called you.” They seemed to accept that answer and leaned back to await the results. “Remus, if you would come up here.” Remus slowly made his way over to the Severus. Severus handed the potion to him and indicated for him to drink.

Remus eyed the potion warily and then, at Severus’ prompting, down the potion. It hurt, he screamed for what seemed like forever then he felt nothing. Remus looked up at Severus and at his pale faced mate and godson. Severus leaned over and whispered a spell in his ear, he felt his bone twisting and turning. He yelped then felt a pop and everything looked different.

Sirius and Harry grew pale as Remus started to scream and went to hop up when he stopped screaming. Remus looked at all of them then Severus whispered a spell and a wolf was in his place. Sirius couldn’t handle it anymore and jumped up, “WHAT DID YOU DO?!”

Severus eyed the man in front of him, “I have cured him of his greatest curse.” Sirius deflated and looked to the wolf who was looking wide-eyed at the potion master. “Take him back up to your room and teach him how to transform to and back, do it as many times as you can before he gets exhausted. I want him down here tomorrow afternoon.” Sirius was still in shock and nodded and lead the wolf and the headmaster out of the rooms without a word.

Harry was looking at Severus with all the love he could muster. He walked over to his mate and kissed him, “I don’t know how I could ever thank you… but I can try.” Harry smiled as he lead his husband back into their bedroom and proceeded to thank him many, many times that night.

***Bonus****

Rancunea de Bergerac was frightened, was in a dark room with only a single light swinging above his head. He had tried to squeeze Professor Snape’s ass as he walked by, but truly it was the other man’s fault for having such a squeezable rear. He could hear a muffled screeching, that made his heart beat race. It sounded as though someone was killing a cat, slowly.

A moment later a robed figure walked into the light and Rancunea could see green eyes staring at him. The figure circled him getting closer and closer to him. Soon the figure was right in front of him and glaring at him.

A raspy voice resounded in the room, “Poor little Rancunea. Always wanting what he can’t have.” Rancunea tried to answer only to find that he had been silenced. “Mr. De Bergerac, I felt so sorry for you that this story writer, her muse, and her lovely reader (HI READERS) all got together and decided to punish you.”

The man disappeared behind a screen then reappered a moment later. A spell shot at the idiot strapped to the chair and he was hard. De burger, or whatever, started to struggle but the man ignored it and strapped a black vice to his hard cock. Then gave the boy a rusted axe head and unstrapped one arm.

Another spell removed the spell making him maintain a hard-on and he instantly deflated. A spoken word made the vice tighten, and the boy let a tear flow down his cheek. “You have a choice. The vice will continue to tighten until it cuts off all blood to your…tool. You can end the torture early or cut it off yourself.”

It took four hours before Rancunea couldn’t stand the pain anymore and cut it off. He screamed and fainted. The man took the opportunity to pour a potion down his throat and watched as the appendage reappeared. He envevreated the boy and watched as the boy focused on the small cock.

“It will be fully functional, but your punishment is far from over.” A flick of the man’s wand and another person strapped to a chair floated into the room. Pansy Parkinson landed beside him and the man’s eyes smirked at him.

A spell was uttered and the arms nearest to the other reached out a grabbed the other. Pansy glared at him, but he was busy watching the man. The robed man was busy incatning a spell and smiled as two robes appeared around the others’ wrists. Pansy and Rancunea paled and their eyes widen as they watched the gray and blue ribbons sink in their skin.

“I take it you know what the ribbons mean.” Both people nodded. The blue ribbon was a simple bonding marriage. The gray ribbon was a fidelity spell. Any impure thoughts about anybody other than their bonded was punished severely.

The man waved his wand and the two people vanished from the room. Harry plopped in a seat he quickly conjured and laughed until tears flowed down his cheeks. Severus came out from behind the screen and looked down at the laughing man. “Are you finished?” Harry nodded still laughing quietly. “Then let us get back to our story.”

Severus held out his hand and Harry smiled as he took it. “You know the best part Sev?” Severus raised and eyebrow. “Every time someone reads this he will go through it again.” Harry broke down laughing again. Severus just shook his head, wrapped his arms around Harry, and apperated both out of the cold room.