Awesome story, I just couldn't put it down!

Oh I enjoyed this immensely!  Once I started I couldn't stop. A wonderful story all around. Loved it all. Thanks so much for sharing.

That was a lovely story. I couldn't stop reading it once I started.

*Dies laughing*  When I reviewed the last chapter, I didn't actually expect them to be found au naturel.  Not that I'm complaining, LOL.It was good of Draco to go to McGonagall and ask her to wrangle her ex-cubs.  I love when people write mature Draco.And then a happy ending ... sigh.  I am a sucker for those.  So glad to see you back here again. I hope you have more up your sleeve!  And soon!

Drat!  I didn't want them let out.  Because if it hadn't worked then someone would have eventually come to their rescue while they were a pile of naked limbs.If it were Draco, he has a bit of decorum, so he would walk in quietly, see what was going on, avert his eyes, back out of the room, and then make some noise so they would be alerted to his presence and could disentangle before he walked in.If it were Harry, he would come barging in balls to the wall and be on them before they knew what hit them.  There would be gasping, and blushing, and awkwardness.  He would let them out, then excuse himself to go.  And probably end up inadvertantly telling Ron in which case the next war could begin.Minerva ... she would be the fun one because she strikes me as having some voyeuristic tendencies, LOL.  Yes, it is settled, it must be her.  Oh, wait, they already got out.  Damn!

Boy are you lucky the next chapter is up or there would be some yelling and gnashing of teeth.  I can't even say anything else as I am off to find out more.

Oh, yes!  Danger is always good for bringing people closer together, LOL.  I'm glad he has patience with her.  It isn't like she isn't interested.  She's just young and unsure of herself.I loved Halloween night.  She is so thoughtful, and he goes along with whatever she does, just to be with her and to see her happy.This story is a nice change from the super angst ridden tales, or the ones where they jump into bed right away.  Not that I don't love both of those scenarios, but this is just a refreshing change of pace.

So close, and yet so far.  I suppose it is the best thing he can do, making his intentions clear, and then letting her set the pace.  I believe she will come around when she is ready, and I think he realizes that too.  But I hope it is sooner rather than later (and not just for my own selfish purposes) because that poor man has suffered enough.

Oh, lovely.  There is nothing better than some crazy drunken snogging with a man who has the sense to be respectful and take things slow until it can be done properly.  I can't wait to see what happens next!

“Shall we?” Hermione's head was swimming, and she wondered just how much was really being asked with that innocuous question. That about sums it all up, doesn't it?I like your playful version of Severus.  It looks good on him.  And I love that even Kelly notices that there is something there.  It is a good sign, indeed.And he is making plans for her.  This ought to be good :)

Does she really not see that he has feelings for her?  Of course, he isn't being terribly obvious about it, but still, has it not occured to her?  But maybe it seems unlikely to her, or maybe she is young and inexperienced with these feelings, or maybe she is used to having close "boy friends" and so all of the touching and teasing and stuff just seems like what friends do. I am glad that she is moving in with him, and I hope that all goes smoothly.

Oh, no!  I hadn't even considered the fact that she and Ron might have a relationship, or an arrangement between friends, or whatever.  I feel bad for everyone involved.  But, I think both Severus and Hermione need to figure out exactly what it is they want and maybe this will be the catalyst to make each look at how they feel for each other, or at least how they are starting to feel, anyway. 

Yes, Severus, everything and everyone is better covered in chocolate! I love how playful he is with her without being inappropriate. I mean, I am looking quite forward to inappropriate, but they are just not quite there yet.Just why was he checking out the classroom? I hope he is looking for a workspace or something, because if he is thinking of preparing a room for her closer to his, he need not bother. She'll be in his bed soon enough. I know you won't let me down in that arena ;) A fun, flirty, all around lovely chapter!

That went very well.  He was disconcerted by all the hand holding, but he didn't actually seem to mind.  Of course Hermione is dying to learn anything she can get her hands on, and he surely has a lot to tell.  I think this just might work out perfectly.

What a lovely start to a story.  Good of Snape to make plans for such a situation to arrive, because with his luck, it always does.  And he is in such good hands with Pomfrey and Hermione.  I do hope he recovers and spends many happy years telling her his tale.  *gets ahead of myself*

I am assuming they took all the books from the library before distroying the manor.  Will Severus and Hermione ever rebuild there? Spinner's End doesn't sound like an exactly wonderful place to live, except for their friends at the bar. I don't remember if you said where Prince's family Manor is located.  Great story!

Well, I would say it was a damn good thing they had that book with them!  

Oooooo, now it gets juicy. I like a mystery. I am going to guess that they have to do something as a couple to get out of that attic.  This is a romance after all and they have been putting it off for quite some time now. 

This story left me feeling happy and fuzzy and floaty....I really enjoyed it.  Thanks so much for sharing!!

What are Hermione's reservations about taking Severus' advances seriously, other than if it didn't work out it could ruin thier friendship?  I know he is certain he will never want another. She knows his loyalty to Lily was utterly steadfast. If she only thinks about it she will realize that Severus Snape does not give his heart lightly.  If it doesn't work out it would be because she didn't feel as deeply about him as he does her. I know he can be a bastard at times but she's already accepted that. What does he have to do, cut out his heart and give it to her on a platter to get her to stop running from him even though she seems interested at least?

Dear, wise Severus. He'll not take her while she's drunk. He'll want to know it's really him she wants. I hope she isn't so drunk she won't remember the wonderful snogging they experienced tonight. And I hope she won't be sorry. Come on, Hermione. Go for it! You can't mistake tonight's dinner as anything other than a romantic gesture. What's holding you back? Worried you don't want him enough in a sexual way? Is it the age difference? You can't possibly still be clueless to the fact that he wants you. I don't expect you to see that he is also in love with you, yet. Don't lead him on. OK?

I very glad Hermione seems to be having an attraction to Severus that is more than sisterly. He was always a master at biding his time. I noticed all the people she's inviting are young men. Except for Ginny and Luna she doesn't have any girl friends. That's why she is able flirt so innocently. I had the same problem. All my friends were guys, for the most part. Girls were catty at that age. I was closer to 30 before I learned to love my women friends and realize how important the girls club was for married women. I know some people say their spouse is their best friend, but frankly, a lot of men having trouble saying, "wow, that really sucks. I'm sorry" instead of thinking "What does she want me to do about it?"

Is Hermione the only one in the entire wizarding world who believes that anyone will actually believe they are only roommates?  This isn't college. I'm glad she excepted but I'm wary. I don't want Severus' heart broken again. I wish she could see how simular to Lilly's her relationship with Severus is. 

What did I say? She doesn't have a clue! Damn! I didn't think of Ron either. She's too young for Severus. She has no idea that you can't go touching a man and holding his hand all the time if you don't intend to send a message that you're interested in him. Poor Severus! She's led him on without meaning to. She's used to keeping Ron and her intellectual pursuits separate because he's such a cretin. I hope Severus sees that there is no real future for Hermione and Ron. Women don't stay with men who are less intellegent than they are, if they want an equal relationship and don't plan on being their mother.  I hope Hermione realizes it too, sooner rather than later.  I think Minerva should clue her in on how to interact with adult men.  I remember my mom trying to tell me one of my male friends was in love with me.  I thought she was silly.  I realized the truth when he told me as he wept about a month before my wedding to my husband of almost 33 years. Once I knew, I realized I had been in denial about the fact that I had developed feelings for him as well. I was honestly torn. After 33 years, I still think of him very often and I wonder if he ever thinks of me.  Severus is not Harry. Does she think of him as a brother or uncle? A lab partner or study partner at school? He's a grown man who has been very lonely. She understands the lonely but not the grown man part. 

What if he has nightmares with Hermione gone?  I'm sure that's a good enough reason for her to stay the night with him. Only to hold his hand, of course. Hasn't she been sleeping next to him in the infirmary? I hope you are going to tell us what Hermione is thinking about when she gets back to her room. Does she realize he is flirting with her? Girls never realize that guys don't joke with girls they aren't attracted to. I was a girl once. We can joke and flirt and mean nothing by it but good fun. Men don't flirt and mean nothing by it. If they don't mean it, they don't flirt at all. What I'd give to be flirted with again. I do so miss it. I didn't realize how lucky I was so long ago. Well, enough of those sad thoughts. I'm sure Hermione can be flirted with enough for both of us to cheer up.