Fighting for True Love

Disclaimers: I by no means own the characters of Harry Potter. They belong to the ever-talented J.K. Rowling. This story is strictly for entertainment purposes and not for profit.

Summary: This is in response to redsugg’s Snape challenge. Severus and Hermione have been in love for two years. Suddenly their lives are thrown for a loop. Will they make through together? Read and find out.

Fighting For True Love

Chapter 8- Remembering At Last

When morning came Severus awoke to find his arms wrapped tightly around Hermione. The events of the night before came rushing back to him. He looked down at her sleeping form. He held her tighter.

‘I would never hurt you Hermione. Never. I swear to you.’ Severus thought to himself as he saw Hermione begin to awaken.

Hermione opened her eyes and looked up into Severus’s black eyes.

“Good morning.” Severus said softly.

“Good morning.” Hermione replied.

“Why did you stay with me? I figured you would have left after I fell asleep.” Hermione asked.

“You needed me. Plus I wanted to stay. Hermione, I want you to know that I would never hurt you. Never.” Severus answered.

Hermione climbed out of bed and walked over to her window. The sun was starting to cast a golden shimmer to the grounds of Hogwarts. Severus rose and walked up behind her. Gently he placed his hands on her shoulders.

“I think…I think it’s time that you left Severus. It wouldn’t look right if you are caught sneaking out of my room.” Hermione said as she continued to face the window.

“You’re right. Hermione, will you come see me later today? I want to talk to you some more.” Severus asked.

“I will. How about at around 3?” Hermione answered.

“I’ll see you then. Bye Hermia.” Severus whispered.

“What did you just call me?” Hermione gasped as she spun around.

“Hermia.” Severus answered.

“That’s what you used to call me. How did you know to call me that?” Hermione asked.

“I don’t know. It just popped into my head. Why?” Severus replied.

“I think that whatever spell Voldemort used is starting to wear off.” Hermione said.

“I think you’re right. I will see you later Hermione.” Severus said.

He leaned down, kissed her cheek softly and then left her room. Severus immediately went to see Albus. Severus didn’t even bother with knocking. He simply walked right into Albus’s office. Albus wasn’t there.

“Albus! Albus I need to talk to you!” Severus called out.

A few seconds later Albus entered the office dressed for the day.

“Ahh Severus my boy. Did you get a good night’s sleep?” Albus asked.

“Stop playing games old man. I want this spell on me lifted. I want to remember the love I felt for Hermione. I want to remember the happiness that I felt with her. I know you know how to lift it, so do it.” Severus growled.

Albus sat behind his desk and pulled out a book. He gestured for Severus to have a seat. Severus sat before his mentor.

“Severus, there is one way. I now know it is the right one. My first hint was when you began experiencing the memory flashes. My second hint was when you came to see me last night after you gave Hermione detention and she told you that you were the father of her child. My final clue was when Draco came to me last night and told me your reaction to Hermione after she had her nightmare.

“I found this in a book about medieval magic. This is a spell of sorts. It was written by Merlin himself. The spell will only work if the person it is to be cast on is already beginning to remember those memories that were taken from him or her. Just as you are beginning to do now.” Albus explained.

Severus simply nodded.

“I need you to focus on your memories of Hermione. The flashes that you have been experiencing as well as what you are feeling for her now. All right.” Albus instructed.

Severus nodded and began to focus on his memory flashes, the feelings he felt when he learned that he was going to be a father and the feeling of Hermione being held tightly in his arms.

“That which was taken be restored. Those feelings that were hidden let them now be revealed. Let the love that is true shine through. Let two hearts that were once one and now made two become whole once more.” Albus said.

Severus’s mind was suddenly bombarded with memories of him and Hermione. His heart was filled with the warmth of her love for him and his love for her. He also saw how he treated her over the past month and a half. Severus clutched his head tightly as his mind worked to sort out everything that had happened. Suddenly one memory stood out amongst the rest.

*Severus’s Memory*

Severus stood in the inner circle of Voldemort. He had just arrived at the meeting. He watched as Voldemort entered the room. Like the other Deatheaters, Severus fell to his knees as Voldemort walked up to the center of the room.

“Rise my faithful followers. We have much to discuss.” Voldemort said.

The Deatheaters all rose to their feet. Voldemort began to speak once more.

“Tonight I want a report of our ever growing army. McNair, what have you to report on the traitors that refuse to return to my side?” Voldemort said.

McNair stepped foreword.

“Those who have refused to return to you are now food for the worms. Out of the twenty you sent me to gather my lord only ten have returned. The other ten are now dead. They said they would rather die than become your slaves.” McNair reported.

“I am pleased that you were successful in your mission. Now, Severus, what is that old muggle loving fool Dumbledore up to?” Voldemort asked.

Severus stepped foreword.

“Dumbledore is still trying to recruit more people to fight against you my lord. Most are either too scared or have yet to choose a side in this fight. He is still keeping an extremely close eye on Harry Potter and Potter’s friends. I had tried to find a way to use one of his friends as bait as you requested, but Dumbledore hasn’t given me the information I need to do so.” Severus reported.

“I see. Then we will have to find another way. Won’t we Lucius.” Voldemort said as he turned to face Lucius Malfoy.

Suddenly Severus was lying on the floor unable to move staring up into the eyes of Voldemort and Lucius Malfoy. He felt his body being carried into an adjourning room and laid upon a bed. He then heard Voldemort speak to Lucius.

“I want you to wipe all memories of his love of that mudblood Hermione Granger from his memory. That is two years worth of memories. Can you do it Lucius?” Voldemort instructed.

“Yes my lord. I have the perfect spell. Shall I perform the spell now my lord?” Lucius asked.

Voldemort nodded. Lucius raised his wand and began speaking the spell.

“I call upon the forces of Merlin. Block all memories of love, happiness, and warmth from his mind. Block out all thoughts, feelings and memories of Hermione Granger from Severus Snape’s mind. When he sees her let him feel nothing but disgust, distain and annoyance. Let no love or feelings for her remain in his mind. All these past two years be nothing more than a dull headache that will pass quickly.” Lucius said.

Suddenly Severus felt all the love and happiness he felt toward and with Hermione being pushed out of his mind. Suddenly his world went black.

*Back to the Present*

Severus jerked his head up. He was sweating profusely and crying tears over the pain he had unknowingly caused the woman he loved, the mother of his child and future wife.

“Oh gods above Albus what have I done to her!?” Severus cried as he buried his face into his hand.

Albus rose to his feet and walked over to the young wizard before him.

“Severus, what happened was no fault of yours. Hermione will understand. Just tell her everything that has happened. She will be there for you. So will your friends Draco, Harry, Ron and Ginny. They have all been worried about you as well.” Albus said as he gathered the man into his arms.

“How could she ever forgive me for the things I have said and done to her?” Severus asked.

“She loves you with all her heart. She will forgive you. Just talk to her.” Albus said.

“I have to go. She is coming to see me at 3. I have a lot of things to do. Thank you Albus, for giving me my memories back.” Severus said as he rose to his feet and rushed out of the office.

At the same moment Hermione was in the hospital wing getting a check up with Poppy.

“Well Hermione, you and your child are doing just fine. You are entering your fifth month. You will begin to feel the baby move and kick more. I want to see you here again at the middle of next month. Okay.” Poppy said.

“Yes Poppy. I will be here at the same time next month. I’ll see you later.” Hermione said as she left the infirmary.

Hermione went outside for a walk. She stopped at the edge of the lake and stared out across the calm water. The weather was beginning to grow colder. Harry, Ron, Draco and Ginny were currently at the Quidditch pitch for practice. The first game of the season was next weekend. It was Gryffindor verses Slytherin. She was sure that Gryffindor would win. As she stared over the water her thoughts returned to Severus.

‘I hope he regains his memories soon. I also hope that my fears of him hurting me and our child will disappear soon as well. I miss him so much, I just want him back.’ Hermione thought.

She looked down at her watch. 2:45. She turned and headed back to the castle. She was due to meet Severus in fifteen minutes. As she made her way through the castle towards the dungeons all she could think about was the father of her child and one day he husband. She reached the doors leading to his private chambers. She paused then knocked on the door.

Severus had just finished putting the final touches in his sitting room when he heard a soft knock on the door. He looked up at the clock over his fireplace. It read 3:00. He knew it was Hermione. He walked over to the door and opened it. There standing before him was the most beautiful creature he had ever seen.

Hermione looked up as the door opened. She found Severus standing before her wearing a white silk shirt, black muggle jeans and black boots. He looked as handsome as ever. Before she could speak Severus gently pulled her into the room, gathered her into his strong arms and kissed her gently yet passionately. Hermione immediately tangled her fingers in his raven hair while she clutched him as closely as she could with her growing belly. Severus pulled away only when their lungs needed air. As soon as he did he looked down at her beautiful face.

“Hermia, look at me.” Severus whispered softly.

Hermione looked up at him, her eyes shining with tears and hope.

“Yes, my dearest Hermione. I remember everything. Albus has successfully lifted the spell over me. I remember the first time I realized I was in love with you. I remember the way your body felt against mine the first time we made love. I also remember the night I asked you to marry me.” Severus said.

“You…you mean you’re back? You’re really back?” Hermione asked.

“Yes. I also remember how I have treated you and our friends theses last two months. Oh Hermione, please, please forgive me. I didn’t know what I was doing. I beg you to forgive me. Please.” Severus answered as tears filled his eyes.

“Oh Severus! I forgive you!” Hermione cried as she threw herself into his arms and hugged him tightly. Severus held her tightly and let the tears fall from his eyes.

The two lovers stayed in each others embrace for what seemed like hours till Severus led Hermione into the sitting room. As soon as they entered the room Hermione clasped her hands over her mouth and gasped in surprise at the beautiful sight before her.

T.B.C