Slytherin & Gold

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Slytherin & Gold

chapter 9

Christmas morning
Harry


“Happy Christmas, Harry.” Harry groggily opened his eyes and saw an excited blur with red hair.

“Umm …… Happy Christmas, Ron.” Harry said sleepily. He stretched and yawned not willing to get up. He looked up to see two more blurs come through the door. He saw the brown blur go to Ron and hug him, and the red blur coming tds hds him. He opened his arms, then folded them around Ginny, who kissed him sweetly.

“Happy Christmas, Harry.” Ginny breathed into his ear as she lay on the covers.

“Come on you two. Presents !” Ron said even more excited.

Harry moaned and hugged Ginny tighter. “This is so comfortable though.” Ginny giggled and snuggled closer. They hadn’t been dating long, but Ron did seem to be getting better about seeing them together.

“Here’s your package from Mum, Harry. It’s your sweater, no need to open that.” Ron said after the package landed on Harry’s face. Harry laughed.

“Alright Ron ! I’m up, I’m up.” Harry reached for his glasses and jumped out of bed, going to his wardrobe. He pulled out a small gold box with a red bow. Smiling, he handed it to Ginny. Ginny handed him a package, too. He smiled. He still couldn’t get used to receiving presents.

“Open it, Ginny.” Harry prodded her. He was a little nervous, he’d n pic picked something out for a girlfriend. The shop keeper in Hogsmeade had been very helpful. Harry was pleased with the gift, he just hoped Ginny liked it. She tore back the paper revealing a purple velvet box. She opened it and her eyes lit up.

“Harry …..it’s beautiful.” She said looking up at him. Then she pulled the charm bracelet out of the box. Ginny examined each charm. A broomstick, a snitch, a snake, a heart and a wizard’s hat. Harry had a hard time deciding whether to get the snake or not.

“It’s you !!” Ginny said tears coming to her eyes. Why was she crying ? Didn’t she like it ?

“If you don’t like it ……” Harry offered.

“I love it, Harry. Thank you, it’s wonderful. Put it on for me.” she said handing him the bracelet and sticking her hand out. He carefully wrapped it around her delicate wrist. She smiled at him and hugged him.

“Open yours now” she said pulling back. “It’s not as grand as this ……”

“It’s from you, isn’t it ?” Harry said smiling at her. Ginny blushed prettily.

He opened the present quickly. Inside was a beautiful rosewood frame with a picture of Ginny. The Ginny in the picture smiled at him and winked. He looked back at the real Ginny.

“It’s exactly what I wanted !” Harry said hugging her again. Just then they heard an ‘Oh my !’ from the other side of the room. They looked over to see Hermione holding the locket Ron had given her. It was a small gold heart on a gold chain with a picture of Ron inside. Hermione had tears running down her cheeks. Ron looked worried.

“I’ll take it back if …..” Ron said quickly.

“You most certainly will not Ronald Weasley. This is perfect.” Hermione said hugging Ron and kissing him fervently. Harry looked at Ginny, who had also looked away. Harry laid back down on the bed pulling Ginny down to lay on his chest. She lay quiet for a moment, then sat up to look into Harry’s eyes. She threw a leg over his and bent her head down to kiss him. Her lips were moist and warm and they opened to him. Allowing him to caress her tongue with his. He felt the press of her body against his, her leg across his, her warm center near his thigh , her thigh pressing over his ………umm……..


“Oh no !” Harry breathed into her mouth. He rolled her off of him, jumped up and got under the covers. Ginny looked hurt, but Harry took her hand, chuckling softly, while making sure his lower half was covered.

“I ….um….” He took her hand and placed it under the covers on his hardened length. Ginny looked at him, her little mouth forming an ‘O’. Then her hand closed around him through his clothes.

“Don’t Ginny, it feels too nice.” He said softly. She took her hand away, her cheeks turning pink.

“I’m sorry ……. I didn’t realize ….” Ginny said flustered.

Harry hugged her. “It’s alright” he breathed in her ear “it just means I like your kisses.”

“Ginny. We better get dressed for breakfast” said Hermione standing to leave “Se “See you at breakfast, Harry.” Ginny said, then she kissed him and left wiermiermione.

Harry noticed Ron was really quiet.

“What did Hermione give you ?” Harry asked.

Ron looked up, but didn’t say anything. He picked up a box and brought it over to Harry with an odd look on his face. Harry opened the box. Inside was a pair of silk Gryffindor boxers, red with gold lions.

“These are nice, don’t you like them ?” Harry asked.

“It’s not those, it’s the no Ro Ron said looking pained.

Under the boxers was a note. Harry picked it up and opened it. In Hermione’s neat handwriting it said,

Ron,

I can’t wait to take these off of you.

Love, Hermione


Harry looked up at Ron. “What do you think she means ?” Ron said nervously.

“Well, I don’t think she means ……. that” Harry said. “You don’t …… I mean do you two …..?”

“NO ! We just kiss ……… and hold each other and stuff.” Ron said.

“Maybe Hermione wants a bit ……more” Harry said.

“I’ve been trying to control myself, you know. I mean …… I don’t want her mad at me, now do I ?” Ron said worriedly.

“Ask her what she means. You may like what she says, or just see where things go.” Harry said a little jealous. He couldn’t even think of doing this kind of stuff with Ginny. She was younger than them, not to mention Ron’s sister.

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Viviane

Viviane wup tup to Severus kissing her ear, his hair tickling her face and neck. She moaned pleasantly and snuggled her body back into his.

“It’s time to wake, my love.” Severus said, his lips tickling her ear. Viviane rolled onto her back looking up at him.

“I don’t want to share you yet.” She said placing a hand in his hair and drawing him down to her lips. Deep languid kisses, no rushing. These were always the best, she thought. He rubbed her belly and kissed it as was his daily custom, of late.

“You won’t even get up for presents ?” He said raising his eyebrow.

“My best present is right here.” She said grabbing his soft member, which was quickly expanding.

“Could this not wait until later ?” He said. Viviane sighed.

“Oh…very well, I’ll get up. But I’m holding you to that promise.” She kissed him quickly and rolled out of bed. It was already getting harder to mover around. Her chemise was stretched across her middle. Severus looked at her, an amused expression on his face.

“You’ll have to stretch your dress robes for tonight, you know.” He said with a smirk.

“But it fit yesterday.” She said annoyed. “People are going to start noticing.”

“Let’s try to get through the new year. After that we’ll take it day by day.” He said coming around the bed and hugging her to him. “Did Remus pick up the dress robes for tonight ?”

“Yes, I fit him yesterday. You know I love Remus, but I was really looking forward to going with you. We worked so hard on this ball.” She complained.

“Please don’t fight me on this. I’m nervous enough about tonight. As a school function, parents may come and that could mean trouble. I want you to stay as far away from me as possible tonight.” He said looking into her eyes seriously.

“Who’s going to be protecting you ? Malfoy already tried to take you from me.”

“Sirius will be watching out for me. Remus will be with you and Govannon is going to float between us, and of course Albus will be there.” Severus sighed. “I’ll feel a lot better when this night is over.”

“Alright, but then I want you to myself as long as possible.” She said. They both dressed quickly.

“Come sit by the fire, I’ll get your present.” Severus said trying to keep the mood light. He lead her over and she sat in one of the large leather chairs by his hearth. Viviane had insisted on putting a small Christmas tree in his chambers decorated in silver and gold. A homage to Slytherin silver and Gryffindor gold. He went to the tree and brought a purple and silver box over to her, then he sat on the ottoman at her feet.

Severus was looking at her so expectantly, she had to smile at him. Viviane leaned down and kissed him.

“Hurry up, I can’t stand the suspense.” He said urging her to open the gift.

Viviane slowly unwrapped the present. Inside was a black velvet box. Viviane opened the box and gasped. She pulled the necklace out, holding it up in front of her, tears springing to her eyes. She ran her hand over the lovely blue stone and light wooden casing in a teardrop shape about the size of a small walnut. She looked Sev Severus’ eyes. He was still apprehensive.

“Severus ……. it’s too wonderful for words.”

“The water and wood combine to a perfect beauty.” He took her hand looking into her tear filled eyes. She was crying fully now. This was the embodiment of how he felt about her. She was overcome, filled to the brim by his love. She placed a hand on his cheek and kissed him. She then handed it to him to put on her. He took it, got up and went behind her. When it was on, he took her to the mirror.

The color of the stone complimented her eyes and the wood was close to the color of her hair. She looked at him as he stood behind her looking in the mirror. There was nothing she could say to describe the meaning of this gift. He was smiling though, he seemed to understand her lose for words.

“You must open yours now.” She told him taking his hand and leading him to the armchair.

Viviane went to the tree and pulled out a large rectangular package and gave it to Severus, then she sat on the ottoman to watch him. He looked at her for a moment, he seemed unused to receiving gifts. Silently, she urged him to open it. He carefully tore away the paper to reveal a portrait.

“It’s us !!” He said completely surprised.

“Do you remember the picture I had Remus take of us ? I had him take it to the artist in the village to have it painted.” she explained.

“We look so ……. happy.” He said shaking his head. She laughed.

“Aren’t we ?”

“I just never knew other people could see it.” The Severus in the painting was standing behind the Viviane in the painting. He was hugging her and kissing her neck and cheek as she leaned back into him. The real Severus stood and took the painting to the mantel, setting it in the middle. He stepped back with his arms crossed staring at the painting. She wasn’t sure if he liked it or not.

“Well ….. what do you think ?” She asked him coming up behind him and putting her arms around him.

“It’s wonderful. I’m just looking at us trying to see what our children will look like. Like you, I hope.” He said laughing and pulling her in front of him, so he could place his hands over his children.

“I don’t. I want them to resemble their father. I’d love them all the more.” Viviane said as there was a knock on the door. Viviane stood out of view of the door as Severus went to answer it.

Opening the door he saw Harry, Govannon and Melissae. He stepped aside to let them in.

“Happy Christmas, Harry.” Viviane said hugging him and kissing his cheek. Then she greeted and hugged her parents. She saw Severus greet Harry and shake his hand, then lead him to the Christmas tree. Severus pulled out a package and handed it to Harry. They both went to sit on the couch. Viviane went to sit on the other side of Harry. She didn’t know Severus had gotten a gift for him.

“Wow ! 101 Strategies for Wizard Chess” Harry said excitedly as he held up the book Severus had given him. “Thank you, sir.”

“Nonsense …. I just need a more challenging opponent.” Severus said trying to keep up his image. Viviane laughed and Severus smirked at her.

“How are…… things going, Harry ?” Severus asked.

“With Ginny ? Great, really great. Thanks for the advice, Professor.” Harry said. Viviane raised an eyebrow at Severus who shook his head. He would have to tell her later.

“I better run off to breakfast, they’re waiting for me.” Harry hugged Viviane again, then turned back and hugged Severus. She could see Severus was pleased, even though he tried not to look too moved.

After Harry left, her father handed Viviane and Severus each a present. Severus was …... well shocked. He clearly was not used to receiving gifts. Viviane opened her’s first. Opening the box and moving the tissue aside she looked in and squealed.

“Oh Da …… it’s gorgeous !” Viviane pulled out a large copper circle with a braided detail all the way around. She looked over and saw Severus’ silent question. So she showed him. She placed the headband down over her hair and it went across her forehead.

“You can wear it for your wedding.” her Mum said.

Severus smiled at Viviane. She nodded at him to open his gift.

Severus slowly tore at the wrapping paper. Opening the box, he looked confused, then Da went over pullpulled out his wand. Severus held a handle in his hand, when her father tapped it with his wand, a dagger appeared.

“I’ve enchanted it. It will only be a weapon for ye. Anyone else tries to use it and it stays a handle.” Severus looked quite overcome. He held up the dagger, turning it over in his hand. It had a braided design on the handle much like her headband. “Keep it with ye, ye may need it tonight.”

“Thank you, sir. I …. I’ve never seen the like.” Severus said. Da seemed pleased.

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The day sped by. There was so much to do to prepare, but Viviane felt everything was well enough in hand to go back to her chambers and get ready for the evening. She took a bath, but it only made her wish Severus were there. He was busy, she knew, but he also wanted to stay away from her. She feared for his greatly. She knew others were looking out for them both, but she would have felt better facing it at his side.

After stretching her dress robes, again, and she got dressed. Her dress robes were an icy silver blue making her look like the legendary Snow Queen. Viviane proudly put on the necklace Severus had given her. It was exactly the right accessory for her outfit. Looking in the mirror she knew he would be pleased. She also braided her hair into one big braid that hung down her back. Severus liked to see her exposed neck.

There was a knock at the door. Viviane patted her pocket, checking for the phoenix necklace, then went and opened the door. It was Remus, looking very handsome. The black dress robes suited him and he had pulled his long brown locks back in a ponytail.

“Remus, you look wonderful.” She said kissing him on the cheek.

“Nothing compared to you. I’ll have the most beautiful date at the ball. Are you still disappointed to be going with me ?” Remus asked as he sat a chair.

“Moony, you know it isn’t that. I’m always happy to be with you. It’s just ……”

“I’m not Severus.” Remus said sighing.

“I’m really worried. There’s already been an attempt to kidnap him. I don’t know what I’d do if anything happened to him.” she said sitting in the opposite chair.

“He’ll be alright, Viv, he’s more worriboutbout you. I’m under strict orders not to let you out of my sight all evening.” Remus said trying to get a smile from her.

Viviane sighed. “I’m glad you’re here.” She said smiling at him. “We better get going, I want to make sure everything’s in ready before the students go into the Great Hall.”

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Severus

“Take it easy, lad.” Govannon said trying to calm Severus. “Yer well prepared and ye have us to back ye up.” Govannon looked at Sirus. Sirus nodded, but didn’t say anything.

“I know they’re going to try something, I can feel it. I just don’t know what. If it was only me I had to worry about ……….” Severus said continuing to pace the floor of the entry hall. He turned around mid-pace to see Albus coming towards him. He stopped and waited for the older wizard.

“Good evening, Severus.” Dumbledore said.

“Good evening, Headmaster.” Severus said, not being able to hide his nervousness.

“We will be watching, Severus. You and Viviane are well protected.” Dumbledore seemed to know how nervous he was. “Sirus, I think Padfoot should roam the halls to look for anything …… out of place.”

“Yes, sir.” Sirus said before changing into a large shaggy dog and taking off.

“Govannon, you should probably not be seen with Severus.” Govannon was going to protest, but Dumbledore held up his hand. “I know you want to protect him, but as Viviane’s father you had better be seen with her. I will be watching Severus most closely. I am concerned by Malfoy’s attempt in the village.” Allee eee exchanged glances.

“Do ye have yer dagger, lad ?” Govannon asked looking at Severus seriously. Severus was struck by the concern written on the his future in-law’s face. He really cares, thought Severus.

“Yes, sir. I’m keeping it close.” Severus said. He shook the hand Govannon offered him and watched him go.

“Malfoy will be here tonight, I know it.” Severus said to Dumbledore.

“I fear he may not be alone.” Albus said.

“Maybe Viviane and I should stay away from the ball altogether.” Severus offered.

“No …..no better to be out in the open. I don’t want them going to search for you.” Dumbledore looked tired. Severus knew he was concerned for them. He again felt that fatherly love from the Headmaster.

“No, of course not. Thank you sir, for all you’ve done.” Severus said offering his hand. Dumbledore pushed it gently aside and drew the younger wizard into his embrace. Severus sighed in his arms, his resolve returning.

“I will be in the hall. Call me if you need anything.” Dumbledore said.

“Yes, sir.” He watched Dumbledore go into the Great Hall. Then he saw movement coming down the stairs. In frosty blue looking breathtaking, it was Viviane holding onto Remus’ arm. Severus felt a jolt of jealousy, then remembered this was the way it had to be. As they walked to him, he noticed she was wearing the necklace he had given her. It looked beautiful with her dress robes. He also saw she had plait her hair together. She was a vision. Then he remembered, the phoenix necklace Dumbledore had given her, of all times she should have it on now.

“Good evening, Professor Snape.” Viviane said trying to keep up appearances.

“Professor Trisstt, Lupin. I see you have traded in your phoenix for another necklace.” Severus said pointedly.

Viviane patted her pocket indicating she had the phoenix necklace. “I received this lovely one as a gift.” At least she had it with her.

“It suits you.” Severus said looking into her eyes. Remus shifted uncomfortably. “You’re a lucky man Lupin, to have such a charming partner.”

“Um ….. Yes” Remus said clearly uncomfortable standing between the two of them.

“Have there been any problems ?” Viviane asked. Severus knew she didn’t just mean with the ball.

“No, everything is running smoothly. I must check on a few things. If you will excuse me. I wouldn’t let her out of my sight, if I were you Lupin.” Severus said raising an eyebrow at Remus. Severus saw the fear iviaiviane’s eyes. All he wanted to do was take her in his arms and get away from here. Instead, he turned and went into the hall.

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