Beneath the Surface
folder
Harry Potter › Het - Male/Female › Snape/Hermione
Rating:
Adult ++
Chapters:
14
Views:
7,669
Reviews:
40
Recommended:
0
Currently Reading:
0
Category:
Harry Potter › Het - Male/Female › Snape/Hermione
Rating:
Adult ++
Chapters:
14
Views:
7,669
Reviews:
40
Recommended:
0
Currently Reading:
0
Disclaimer:
I do not own Harry Potter, nor any of the characters from the books or movies. I do not make any money from the writing of this story.
Settling in
Beneath The Surface
By: Sharkdiver
Disclaimer: These characters belong to JK Rowling. They are NOT MINE. I'm just borrowing them for a good time. No profit is being made from this.
Rating: NC-17
Summary: Severus Snape is currently researching a potion that could serve as protection from the effects of the Cruciatus curse. After Harry and Ron are sent to the Auror Academy, Albus Dumbledore arranges for Hermione Granger to assist in the research of this invaluable potion as an apprentice to Severus. Will they be able to overcome their differences for the greater good? (SS/HG)
AN: sorry for the lack of updates, things have been hectic lately…I’m trying to get back into the swing of this story so it can take my mind off of other things…LOL
***********************************************************************
Chapter 7 – Settling in
Hermione peeked around the entry way to Harry’s room and saw both he and Ron chatting away, mostly likely about quidditch scores. Harry looked up and saw Hermione in the doorway and waved her in.
“We heard Dumbledore leave a few minutes ago, any news on your new position yet?” Harry asked her.
“Actually yes. He had come to talk to me about the details.” She said, procrastinating on telling them the “finer” points of her new job.
“Well, what did he say? What will you be doing? When do you start?” Ron asked impatiently.
“I will be conducting research as an assistant in a very important project for the Order of the Phoenix. Surprisingly enough, I must leave tonight. I will be staying in Hogsmeade for the summer.”
“Wow, that’s great ‘Mione! That means when we have free weekends from the Academy, we can meet up with you in Hogsmeade. This will be the best summer yet!” Ron said excitedly.
Harry looked intently at Hermione; getting the distinct impression she wasn’t telling them everything, like there was something she conveniently left out…
“Hermione, who will you be an assistant to?” Harry asked.
‘Bugger. There is no way around it now…’ she thought.
“Professor Snape.” She said quickly and looked away, desperately trying not to make eye contact. She could feel her cheeks burning with the humiliation at the comments she knew were coming.
“SNAPE??!!?” Ron Bellowed as Hermione’s eyes widened.
“Yes, Ronald Weasley, PROFESSOR Snape. In case you missed it, I will be his assistant in researching the potion to counteract the Cruciatus curse! As far as I’m concerned, I’d just as soon work with Draco Malfoy if I had a chance to be a part of the creation of something invaluable to the Order!” Se yelled back at him, making him feel guilty for being so shallow.
“Sorry, ‘Mione, it’s just…you know how I feel about Snape.” Ron sighed.
Harry cracked a smile, “Yeah, Ron, she knows…but I bet Hermione feels differently!” Harry laughed.
‘Here we go with the teasing.’ Hermione thought to herself.
“Harry, Leave off. It’s bad enough I have to live wit him for the summer, I don’t need the wisecracks too.” Hermione said exasperatedly
Ron burst out laughing, “You…you have to live with…with…Snape?” He laughed even harder at this.
“Yes, Ron, I do. Our research needs to be kept secret, and we need to be near enough to report our findings without raising suspicion. Hogsmeade is the ideal place to accomplish this. Also, Dumbledore said it was for my protection. The two of you will be at the Auror Academy. You’ll be safe. I can’t do this research and live on my own in Hogsmeade, I’d be a sitting duck!” Hermione explained
“Understanding dawned on Harry and Ron and they apologized to Hermione for teasing her.
*******************
Later that evening, after the massive feast Molly had prepared for dinner, Hermione transported her belongings to the shadentrentryway of Grimmauld Place. She looked at her watch, wondering what time Professor Snape would arrive. She sighed audibly and crossed her arms protectively over her chest as her nerves began to make her jittery.
A moment later, a dark figure stepped out of the shadows behind her.
“Good evening, Miss Granger, punctual as usual I see.” came the silky voice behind her.
She looked up at him, with her mouth slightly agape. Had he been standing there in the dark all a?
?
“Shall we go? Or do you plan to stand there gaping at me all night? Really, Miss granger, you look like a fish.” He pursed his lips waiting for a retort from her. When he received none, he muttered a quick spell to have her belongings relocated at his cottage. He opened his cloak for her so that she may hold on to him as he apparated them both to his cottage in Hogsmeade.
“Problem Miss Granger?” He sneered.
“N...no, Professor.” She stuttered as she hesitantly moved towards him to make contact.
She slowly wrapper arr arms around his waist and shut her eyes. She never saw the subtle smirk that graced his face just before they disappeared.
*******************
Hermione opened her eyes and took in her new surroundings. She stood wide-eyed looking around the parlor in awe, when she heard Severus Clear his Throat.
“Miss Granger, now that you are to be residing under my roof, I think it is time we get a few things straight. First and foremost, I do not want your opinion unless I specifically ask for it. Secondly, in exchange for these living arrangements, I expect you to help out considerably with the cooking and cleaning. I do not keep house elves, and I like to keep a tidy home. And lastly, do not; I repeat NOT touch any of my personal effects. Are we clear?”
“Crystal, sir.” Hermione replied in a clipped tone. She knew not to expect a warm welcome, but she’d be damned if she were going to allow him to treat her like this all summer.
“Good. Then we understand each other. Your room is down the hall to the left. I’ll leave you to get settled.”
“Thank you, sir.” she said quietly as she started towards her room, but then stopped in her tracks when she heard him speak again.
“Oh, and Miss Granger? We begin work at 7am sharp. Have a pleasant evening.”
Hermione hadn’t even turned to look at him as he spoke. She simply clenched her jaw and nodded before making her escape to the sanctuary of her room.
*****************
Hermione opened the door to her room slowly and stepped inside. “Drab” didn’t even begin to describe the state of her new surroundings. The four-poster bed in the corner of the room seemed very antiquated covered with some type of forest green scratchy-looking wool duvet. The walls were a dark shade of grey, which cast a gloomy feel over the entire room. There was a small stone hearth on the opposite wall from the bed, and one small window covered comely ely by drapes made from the same dark green fabric as the duvet.
‘You have got to be kidding me…there is no way I can sleep in this room all summer and not want to kill myself. Talk about depressing…’ She thought to herself. ‘I’ll just have to liven it up a little bit, and make it more livable.’
Hermione took out her wand and pointed it at the dark grey walls. She changed the color from the bleak grey to a much lighter shade of sandy beige. The room seemed to brig con considerably with just this small change.
‘Much better. A few more small changes and I think this room may even look…cozy.’
She next set her sights on the drapes. Using a simple transfiguration spell, she transformed them into a sheer gauzy fabric in a deep shade of red, allowing the night sky to spill through. She opened the window a little to allow some fresh air in before she turned on her heel to face bee bed.
She grasped the green coverlet and winced at its texture as she pulled it back to reveal the sheets beneath it. They were plain white linens accompanied by 2 ordinary feather pillows. She touched her wand to the linens and transformed them into sheets of a deep red satin with matching pillowcases. She then transfigured the scratchy coverlet to a soft white down comforter.
Hermione stepped back and looked at her new and improved bedroom. ‘Wow, I guess I haven’t lost my touch!’ She thought to herself as she smiled with satisfaction. She decided to add a few candles around the room and a light scent of roses for ambiance.
“Now at least I’ll be able to sleep, even if this is Professor Snape’s cottage…”
As she finished unpacking her belongings, she decided to take a bath before retiring for the night.
By: Sharkdiver
Disclaimer: These characters belong to JK Rowling. They are NOT MINE. I'm just borrowing them for a good time. No profit is being made from this.
Rating: NC-17
Summary: Severus Snape is currently researching a potion that could serve as protection from the effects of the Cruciatus curse. After Harry and Ron are sent to the Auror Academy, Albus Dumbledore arranges for Hermione Granger to assist in the research of this invaluable potion as an apprentice to Severus. Will they be able to overcome their differences for the greater good? (SS/HG)
AN: sorry for the lack of updates, things have been hectic lately…I’m trying to get back into the swing of this story so it can take my mind off of other things…LOL
***********************************************************************
Chapter 7 – Settling in
Hermione peeked around the entry way to Harry’s room and saw both he and Ron chatting away, mostly likely about quidditch scores. Harry looked up and saw Hermione in the doorway and waved her in.
“We heard Dumbledore leave a few minutes ago, any news on your new position yet?” Harry asked her.
“Actually yes. He had come to talk to me about the details.” She said, procrastinating on telling them the “finer” points of her new job.
“Well, what did he say? What will you be doing? When do you start?” Ron asked impatiently.
“I will be conducting research as an assistant in a very important project for the Order of the Phoenix. Surprisingly enough, I must leave tonight. I will be staying in Hogsmeade for the summer.”
“Wow, that’s great ‘Mione! That means when we have free weekends from the Academy, we can meet up with you in Hogsmeade. This will be the best summer yet!” Ron said excitedly.
Harry looked intently at Hermione; getting the distinct impression she wasn’t telling them everything, like there was something she conveniently left out…
“Hermione, who will you be an assistant to?” Harry asked.
‘Bugger. There is no way around it now…’ she thought.
“Professor Snape.” She said quickly and looked away, desperately trying not to make eye contact. She could feel her cheeks burning with the humiliation at the comments she knew were coming.
“SNAPE??!!?” Ron Bellowed as Hermione’s eyes widened.
“Yes, Ronald Weasley, PROFESSOR Snape. In case you missed it, I will be his assistant in researching the potion to counteract the Cruciatus curse! As far as I’m concerned, I’d just as soon work with Draco Malfoy if I had a chance to be a part of the creation of something invaluable to the Order!” Se yelled back at him, making him feel guilty for being so shallow.
“Sorry, ‘Mione, it’s just…you know how I feel about Snape.” Ron sighed.
Harry cracked a smile, “Yeah, Ron, she knows…but I bet Hermione feels differently!” Harry laughed.
‘Here we go with the teasing.’ Hermione thought to herself.
“Harry, Leave off. It’s bad enough I have to live wit him for the summer, I don’t need the wisecracks too.” Hermione said exasperatedly
Ron burst out laughing, “You…you have to live with…with…Snape?” He laughed even harder at this.
“Yes, Ron, I do. Our research needs to be kept secret, and we need to be near enough to report our findings without raising suspicion. Hogsmeade is the ideal place to accomplish this. Also, Dumbledore said it was for my protection. The two of you will be at the Auror Academy. You’ll be safe. I can’t do this research and live on my own in Hogsmeade, I’d be a sitting duck!” Hermione explained
“Understanding dawned on Harry and Ron and they apologized to Hermione for teasing her.
*******************
Later that evening, after the massive feast Molly had prepared for dinner, Hermione transported her belongings to the shadentrentryway of Grimmauld Place. She looked at her watch, wondering what time Professor Snape would arrive. She sighed audibly and crossed her arms protectively over her chest as her nerves began to make her jittery.
A moment later, a dark figure stepped out of the shadows behind her.
“Good evening, Miss Granger, punctual as usual I see.” came the silky voice behind her.
She looked up at him, with her mouth slightly agape. Had he been standing there in the dark all a?
?
“Shall we go? Or do you plan to stand there gaping at me all night? Really, Miss granger, you look like a fish.” He pursed his lips waiting for a retort from her. When he received none, he muttered a quick spell to have her belongings relocated at his cottage. He opened his cloak for her so that she may hold on to him as he apparated them both to his cottage in Hogsmeade.
“Problem Miss Granger?” He sneered.
“N...no, Professor.” She stuttered as she hesitantly moved towards him to make contact.
She slowly wrapper arr arms around his waist and shut her eyes. She never saw the subtle smirk that graced his face just before they disappeared.
*******************
Hermione opened her eyes and took in her new surroundings. She stood wide-eyed looking around the parlor in awe, when she heard Severus Clear his Throat.
“Miss Granger, now that you are to be residing under my roof, I think it is time we get a few things straight. First and foremost, I do not want your opinion unless I specifically ask for it. Secondly, in exchange for these living arrangements, I expect you to help out considerably with the cooking and cleaning. I do not keep house elves, and I like to keep a tidy home. And lastly, do not; I repeat NOT touch any of my personal effects. Are we clear?”
“Crystal, sir.” Hermione replied in a clipped tone. She knew not to expect a warm welcome, but she’d be damned if she were going to allow him to treat her like this all summer.
“Good. Then we understand each other. Your room is down the hall to the left. I’ll leave you to get settled.”
“Thank you, sir.” she said quietly as she started towards her room, but then stopped in her tracks when she heard him speak again.
“Oh, and Miss Granger? We begin work at 7am sharp. Have a pleasant evening.”
Hermione hadn’t even turned to look at him as he spoke. She simply clenched her jaw and nodded before making her escape to the sanctuary of her room.
*****************
Hermione opened the door to her room slowly and stepped inside. “Drab” didn’t even begin to describe the state of her new surroundings. The four-poster bed in the corner of the room seemed very antiquated covered with some type of forest green scratchy-looking wool duvet. The walls were a dark shade of grey, which cast a gloomy feel over the entire room. There was a small stone hearth on the opposite wall from the bed, and one small window covered comely ely by drapes made from the same dark green fabric as the duvet.
‘You have got to be kidding me…there is no way I can sleep in this room all summer and not want to kill myself. Talk about depressing…’ She thought to herself. ‘I’ll just have to liven it up a little bit, and make it more livable.’
Hermione took out her wand and pointed it at the dark grey walls. She changed the color from the bleak grey to a much lighter shade of sandy beige. The room seemed to brig con considerably with just this small change.
‘Much better. A few more small changes and I think this room may even look…cozy.’
She next set her sights on the drapes. Using a simple transfiguration spell, she transformed them into a sheer gauzy fabric in a deep shade of red, allowing the night sky to spill through. She opened the window a little to allow some fresh air in before she turned on her heel to face bee bed.
She grasped the green coverlet and winced at its texture as she pulled it back to reveal the sheets beneath it. They were plain white linens accompanied by 2 ordinary feather pillows. She touched her wand to the linens and transformed them into sheets of a deep red satin with matching pillowcases. She then transfigured the scratchy coverlet to a soft white down comforter.
Hermione stepped back and looked at her new and improved bedroom. ‘Wow, I guess I haven’t lost my touch!’ She thought to herself as she smiled with satisfaction. She decided to add a few candles around the room and a light scent of roses for ambiance.
“Now at least I’ll be able to sleep, even if this is Professor Snape’s cottage…”
As she finished unpacking her belongings, she decided to take a bath before retiring for the night.