Stress Relief

Well, thank you for being so patient! Sorry, it’s been a while since I’ve updated – so in apology I’ve posted an extra long chapter! Be sure to review when you’re done – makes me feel guiltier for not writing which makes me write sooner! There may be some more spoilers coming up in the next chapter or two – you have been warned!

See my thank yous at the end…

Tonks stood at the kitchen counter, sipping at her tea, concern shadowing her features. Snape had been called to another death eaters meeting the previous night, and here it was almost ten the next night and still no word from him. Both he and Tonks had spent the last couple of nights and most of the days since their revelations in the kitchen together in Tonks room making love, talking and making more love, only leaving for meals and for Tonks to pop into the ministry for as short a period of time as necessary for her job.
Arms wrapped themselves around Tonks’ waist and a silky voice whispered in her ear “Do I need to do somethto wto wipe that look of sorrow from your face, my dear?”
Tonks smiled warmly. “Not necessary now,” she replied with a happy sigh, leaning back into Snape. “However, I wouldn’t object.”
“Very well.” Snape’s lips found the exposed skin on her neck, gently kissing her. She shivered at the thrill, her skin becoming tingly with excitement.
“I was worried about you. You were gone so long…”
“Well, I’m back now. Let’s just forget about it and enjoy the day. I must return to the school tomorrow.”
Tonks sighed. She knew this already, but the reminder that her lover would have to leave in the morning sent a new wave of disappointment through her soul.
“I’ll be back on the weekend, Tonks,” Snape spoke softly against her skin.
“I know.”
“And I’ll be sure to give you some pleasant memories for the mean time.”
His arms pulled her back against him tighter, and she could feel his arousal pressing into her lower back, reigniting her own desire. His teeth gently grazed the skin of her neck, causing Tonks to jump, pressing back against him. Snape moaned into her neck, his hands sliding up her sides to softly brush the edges of her breasts through her clothes. The sounds elicited from Tonks urged him on. Snape slid his hands across, his fingers finding her nipples erect beneath the t-shirt that she wore. He grasped hold of them between his fingers, gently squeezing before caressing them. Tonks arched her back, pushing herself further into his grasp. She felt a flood of moisture in her panties and moaned.
“Oh, bloody Merlin! I think I’ve gone blind!” Tonks’ eyes flew open and there, in the kitchen doorway, stood Ron, Harry, Hermione, Lupin and Sirius. Tonks giggled at Ron’s words, but Snape gave the boy his usual surly Professor Snape glare.
“Can’t you keep your hands off her for two seconds?” Sirius spat, anger flaring in his eyes. Lupin placed his hand on his friend’s shoulder as a signal for him to leave it alone, but Sirius shrugged him off.
“Not today,” Snape replied with what could almost be considered a smile as he took Tonks’ hand and started to lead her from the kitchen. Hermione, Ron and Harry looked shocked to say the least to see their Potions Master so uncharacteristically happy. Tonks winked at the trio as she passed them by.
Sirius glared as they departed, and then sunk sulkily into a seat in the kitchen.
“Well, that was… disgusting!” Harry said, as he and the other three took seats at the table also.
“Oh, I don’t know, I thought it was quite sweet,” Hermione chirped up, a dreamy look on her face.
“Get off it, Hermione, that was Snape! He hates you, in case you’ve forgotten! Slimy Git calls you an insufferable Know it all? Ring any bells?” Ron folded his arms and raised one condescending eyebrow at her.
“Yeah, but can’t you see? He is totally in love with her? It’s so cute! And at least he’d got the decency to not hide it between closed doors!” She shot Ron a nasty look.
“Oh, sick! What’d you eat for breakfast? I bloody hope I didn’t have any!” Ron retorted, ignoring her last comment.
“Maybe,” Harry thought out loud, “he’ll give us a bit of a break this year if he’s too busy thinking about her?”
“Mate, your as bad as her!” Ron said throwing Hermione an accusing look.

“I was thinking,” Snape said as they climbed the stairs to the third floor where Tonks’ room was located, Tonks right in front of him, “that perhaps we would go somewhere tonight.”
Tonks turned to look at him in disbelief, “Where?” she asked a little sarcastically. “You know no one can find out about us – what do you think You Know Who would do if he found you ….consorting with a mudblood?” Her words were bitter, and perhaps a little angry.
“Where I had in mind no one would know the wiser,” Snape replied with a sly smile.
“Where?”
“Trust me?” He spoke the words lightly, but her reply would mean anything but.
“Of course.” Two small words, but they meant so much. No one except perhaps Dumbledore trusted him completely. Snape supposed it came with the territory – being a spy was not an easy fought journey. He could see the sneaking suspicions on the faces of the rest of the Order that perhaps he wasn’t their spy, but Voldemorts.
“Well, then, you shall just have to see, won’t you?”

Tonks looked around the garden they had just apparated to. It was utterly amazing. They stood in a courtyard, a fountain in the middle with a stone statue at the centre, water pouring from the vase the stone woman held. The courtyard was surrounded by hedges, and lined with small trees and fragrant flowers. The scent was delicious. There was a stone bench near the water feature and a bottle of wine with two glasses perched upon it.
“Wow,” Tonks said in awe, “this is beautiful.”
“Only fitting, I should think.” Snape looked down at her, and placed a soft, lingering kiss on her lips.
“I don’t really feel like I’m dressed for this,” Tonks muttered, looking down at her white t-shirt and jeans.
“Well, I am quite pleased to be in your presence no matter what you are wearing, however if you would like to change I assume you have your wand with you…”
Tonks giggled at her own stupidity. Merlin, this man turned her back into a giddy school girl.
“Of course.” She took out her wand and pointed it at herself, changing her clothes into a long, silky blue dress to match her eyes. The air was warm, with a slight breeze, which sent delightful tingles over her skin. She took a look at herself in the reflection of the pond surrounding the statue and immediately her eyes were drawn to her violent violet coloured hair. “That has to go…”
“Why not be yourself, Tonks?” Snape’s velvety voice carried across the grass to her. “You know, I don’t believe I’ve ever seen you as you – not completely.”
“It’s only hair, Sev,” Tonks replied, turning to face him. However she smiled at him warmly and scrunched up her face. A moment later long brown hair replaced the purple. It was silky and fell down her back, almost perfectly straight. It reminded Snape of the fountain behind her.
“That’s beautiful, Tonks,” he murmured, moving closer to her. “Why don’t you wear it like that usually?”
Tonks laughed. “I don’t know – I think I’m a bit wilder than that.”
“Well, yes, I suppose you are,” his voice betrayed him – letting her know precisely what wild moments he had been thinking about. “Still, you look stunning.” His arms wrapped around her waist, pulling her closer
“Thanks,” she replied, a little embarrassed. Her moment of self-consciousness evaporated as Snape’s lips met her own, in a slow, passionate kiss. Snape was determined not to rush a thing tonight – these moments would have to see him through until the next weekend, and only then if the universe permitted. Yet his manhood was betraying him – already he was almost painfully hard. Never mind, he thought, there are plenty of things I can do to please her without you!
Snape broke their kiss for a moment to sit down on the grass at their feet. He extended his hand to Tonks who accepted, allowing him to help her down too. He turned, placing a gentle hand on her cheek and resuming the kiss. Claiming her lips as his own, he slowly lowered her back onto the grass beneath them. The ground was soft and still warm from the sun that had long since set. He lay down beside her, supporting his weight on one elbow, gently stroking her face as he continued to kiss her. She kissed him back, revelling in the warmth of his touch. First his finger, and then his lips became distracted by the exposed skin of her shoulders. As he kissed his way across her face, down her neck to her milky white collarbone, Snape gently pushed the straps of her dress down her arms and off. Gently he pulled the front of her dress down, blazing hot kisses across the skin as it was exposed, until he had the dress completely off. Snape had one foot in his hand and was placing soft kisses on her ankle. Tonks had never felt so loved in her entire life – and all over the fact that he was kissing her legs. The fact that this man would take the time to explore her whole body – and her own body at that – left Tonks feeling utterly elated. And desperate to have him. She could feel the damp material of her panties against her skin, and with a new flood of desire, they were soaked through.
“Sev,” she muttered, trying to pull the right words together. “I…”
“Mm?” he enquired, looking up at her from where he was kissing her hip, never once taking his lips from her skin.
“I want you.”
“I believe you already have me, Tonks.”
“No, I mean, yes. I mean… I want you to make love to me… I want you inside of me…I want to hear you…” she drifted off, once more embarrassed.
“Want to hear me what?” Severus enquired, looking up at her with a smirk on his face.
“I…I want to hear you scream my name when you come.”
That was definitely all the inspiration Snape needed, and then some. He pulled out his wand, ridding himself quickly of his clothes. He slowly slid Tonks’ panties down her legs and off, tossing them across the lawn. He paused above her, his cock just outside her entrance, doing a little dance of joy of it’s own. She opened her eyes, wondering what he was waiting for.
“That’s better. I want you to watch – I want you to see what you do to me.”
Tonks shivered in excitement at his words. He leaned down, slowly pushing his way inside her, his eyes slipping closed for a moment. Tonks groaned at the feeling of him sliding into her, filling her to the hilt, but the look on Snape’s face sent another flood of moisture between her legs – his eyes were half lidded in desire, his face for once a reflection of his emotions – and these were indeed happy ones. This is how it should always be, she thought dreamily. I want to stay like this forever – right here, with no cares for the outside world. Slowly Snape began to slide out of her again, the friction almost unbearable. Tonks could feel the orgasm building inside her, her walls started to tremble already. Her eyes were locked with his, and she felt like she could quite happily drown in those dark pools. Snape continued to move in and out of her, almost all his concerntration required to stop himself from just pounding into her. She felt so wet, because of him! Huld uld feel her inner muscles tugging at him, urging him own. Merlin, he could die right now a happy man, making love to the woman he loved – and she loved him back!
“Sev!” she gasped, clutching at his bare back. “I’m going to…I’m going to…”
“Come for me, Tonks, please come for me!” Snapes thumbe found her clit, giving it featherlight rub. The words combined with his touches tipped her over the edge, her body spasming in what was most definitely the most intense orgasm she had ever experienced.
“I’m sorry, I can’t…I can’t hold out much longer,” Snape murmered as she slowly came around. He looked embarrassed, but Tonks placed a hand on his cheek and smiled.
“I want to watch you…please…”
Snape’s took just one more movement before he spilt himself inside her, screaming her name, the fact that she’d asked him completely forgotten.


Tonks awoke to the sun rising. She glanced briefly up at the man who’s chest she was using as a pillow. He was still sound asleep, his arms wrapped around her, his chest slowly rising and falling with each breath, a look of content on his face. Tonks closed her eyes and again drifting back off to sleep.

Snape woke slowly, his eyes darting down to the witch in his arms, a smile spreading across his face. He wondered what he had down to be delivered such a blessing, but decided not to dwell on it – instead just enjoy the time they had. She really was so beautiful, her head resting gently upon his chest, her hair splayed across his shoulder. She looked so at peace. Snape bent his neck and placed a soft kiss atop her head. Merlin, was he going to miss her when he returned to Hogwarts. Snape suddenly glanced up at the clock on the tower beyond the courtyard where they had spent the night. Midday! He was going to be late! Gently he supported Tonks head with his hands as he slid out from under her. He stood, quickly cast a cleansing spell over himself, and pulled on what he could find of his clothes – he hadn’t the vaguest where his shorts had got to so decided that he’d do without them. Once dressed, minus the shorts and his cloak, which lay over the sleeping Tonks, he picked her up in his arms. She stirred only slight, shifted so that she was closer to him, before nodding back off again. Snape apparated them back to Tonks’ room, and placed her softly on the bed. He debated whether to take his cloak or not, but she looked so happy, he couldn’t bare to disturb her any further. He pulled a small vile out of his pocket, placing it on the drawers next to the bed – a contraceptive, the same he’d given her everytime they’d been together. He hated to think of such necessaries after such a fairytale night, but after all they were just that – necessary. He placed one last kiss on her forehead before apparating to the grounds outside Hogwarts.


Amethyst – I’d absolutely love it if you did join my group! Thanks for the kind words – I’m looking forward to your fic!

Jenn – Thanks! I’m glad I gave you some inspiration, and that I gave you a laugh!

Tiffany – I thought that perhaps it would be best not to have any of the Weasley’s see Molly and Sev – I’m sure they’d never be able to look at their mother again! There’s still more trouble for Sev and Tonks yet though…

Jaelyss – I like little fluffy bits – breaks it up a little. Thanks for the review!

Alana – mm, definitely a start for them, but they’re not out of troubled waters just yet…

Gx- Silver – I think Sev’ll get over it, but I’m sure Ron and Hermione might have a tad bit more trouble than usual in potions this year!

GeekGoddess – Thank you!

Myrtle – I’m planning on continuing this fic right through out OotP – it’s going to be quite a challenge – you know, sort of fitting it in between the lines. A few bits and pieces might have to be changed around, but I’ll try my best to stick to JKR’s story line. Thank you for the review!