A Marriage Made in Heaven...

A Marriage Made in Heaven…or Hell. Depending on Who You Ask 

Chapter 5 

The house elves had gone all out for the reception. The food was the best anyone had ever eaten. Hermione was surprised when she spotted the five tiered wedding cake, complete with a bride and groom on top that looked identical to her and Severus.

“Wow, where can I get me a house elf?” Jennifer joked as she sat with Molly and Arthur.

“Can I have everyone’s attention please. Before we begin the feast, I’d like to make a toast. Here’s to Hermione and Severus, may they have a long and happy marriage. Salute,” Albus toasted. “Salute!” everyone replied as they raised their goblets to the newly weds. 

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As the meal was served, Hermione and Severus stole glances at one another, both still trying to figure out what happened between them at the ceremony.

“I thought you said your father was going to get the mudblood to marry you and that she would pay for what she did to the Dark Lord,” Pansy said as she and Draco watched the newly weds in disgust. 

“It’s not over yet. My father can still challenge this marriage. Don’t get ahead of yourself Pansy, she will pay for what she did,” Draco growled. 

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After the meal and cutting of the wedding cake, the dancing began. The first dance belonged to Hermione and Severus. A waltz began playing and they began moving to the music.

“Thank you,” Hermione smiled. 

“For what?” Severus asked.

“For making this day so wonderful. I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding day,” she answered.

“Well, as I said the night you accepted my contract, I’m willing to give this a try. I’m glad this day went so well for you,” he replied with a smile.

After the first dance, other people joined the Snapes on the dance floor. As Jennifer danced with Remus, they began talking as well. “You must be very proud of Hermione,” Remus said.

“Yes I am. I only hope she and Severus have a happy marriage. One happier than my own,” Jennifer replied.

“What happened? If you don’t mind my asking,” Remus inquired.

“I found out last year my husband had been cheating on me with his secretary and had been for the last four years. I filed for divorce the day Hermione returned here,” Jennifer answered.

“I’m sorry to hear that,” Remus said.

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Three hours later, Hermione and Severus started to leave. Before they left, Harry and Ginny stopped them. “This is from us. Professor Dumbledore gave us permission to leave school yesterday. I know you’ll take good care of Hermione. Congratulations,” Ginny smiled as she handed a box to Severus.

“Ginny’s right. I wish you guys the best of luck in the future. Take care of each other,” Harry added.

“Thanks you guys,” Hermione smiled as she hugged them both.

“Yes, thank you. I know how much it means to Hermione having your support, as well as the support of the rest of Gryffindor,” Severus added as he took the box from Ginny.

“We will always be there for Mione,” Ginny said.

The two couples said good night and went their separate ways. All the wedding gifts and such had been sent to Severus’s chambers. They reached the door to his chambers, when he told Hermione to wait. He entered the study, sat the gift down, then returned to her side. 

“What are you doing?” she asked. 

“Carrying you over the threshold. It’s a Wizarding tradition as well,” he answered as he swept her into his arms.

Severus carried his new bride into the room and closed the door behind them.

T.B.C