She's pretty crafty when she sets her mind to something, isn't she?

Aw, gee, thanks!  I just love these mushy endings, or almost endings as this happened to be.

Thanks!  It's an epilogue showing what they're doing in a couple of years.  I'll have it up soon. 

Thank you so much!  Yes, we women do the craziest things.  It's a wonder any man understands us.  I guess after a few years of blisfull marriage even we can become predictable to them!

Thanks hon!  I'm so glad you liked it.  He's still a bit unsure of women's reactions, as you can see.  But she makes him happy, and we all love to see Severus happy.

Thank you so much! 

I know!  I'm kind of sad to see this one end.  Oh, who am I kidding, I'm always sad to see them end.  But end they must.  Giving credit where credit is due... the kudos for Severus and Cecil go to my beta.  She made the suggestion for a mentor for Severus and I ran with it.  I think it's one of my favorite parts of this story, too.  Thanks Brena.  I appreciate your reviews and support.  Happy New Year!

Thank you!  It is nice to think that Severus had somebody to lean on for a good part of his life.  He really does deserve a good male influence!

I agree.  They can definitely go that way, but I think that for this story, they're secure enough not to be blazing idiots.  Their concern is only for her happiness, not because Snape is a slimy git.  Well, I guess that factors in a tiny bit, but they're willing to give him a chance.

They just want Hermione to be happy, really.  It's hard for them to imagine Severus being the 'bringer of happiness' for her. 

That it has!  And he can thank Hermione for it, and his intense curiosity about the book.

Those three can be annoying at times, but their hearts are in the right place in this instance.  They just want Hermione to be happy and treated well.  Sometimes you just want to kick them, though.I'm glad you liked the part with Cecil.  He's really good for Severus and it's nice that Severus has someone other than Hermione to be friends with, don't you think?  The man deserves a little more happiness!The important date will be revealed in the next chapter.  Yes, it's probably what you're thinking. 

Wow!  That's cool!  (Probably not for you!)  Dumbly was just a jerk.  It was so hard to see Severus be treated so badly by Dumbledore.  He really needs someone who is a true friend, and despite their disagreement, Cecil is that.

Thank you so much!  Happy Holidays to you!

Thank you, and a Happy New Year to you too!  Yes, only two more.  I'm kind of sad to see it end because it's been such a fun ride.

Well, those boy's main concern is Hermione's happiness.  When they see that Severus can treat her right, they'll loosen up a bit.  And Cecil will be a good friend and father figure to Severus.

Yes, it could have been much worse, but they just want Hermione to be happy. 

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year too!  Thank you so much.  I'm glad you enjoyed this.

Thank you!  Merry late Christmas, and a Happy New Year!

Thanks!  It's nice to see Severus not only happy with his love life, but with this friendship too.  Happy Holidays to you too!

I'm sure it will be quite tough for them, but as they see Severus treating Hermione well, they'll be more likely to ease up on him.It's nice to see Severus have someone else in his life too, I think.

Thank you!  It seems that this little plot twist was well received.  I too like Severus having someone.  He's been so isolated for so long, and with the loss of Dumbly (a true friend?) it's nice to see him have a father figure.

It's really sad that our society is as it is, and this kind of thing is not the oddity, but something that could happen to anybody.  It almost makes you want to go back to a time when people were much more respectful of one another.  As for our couple, it's nice to see them be honest to one another.  I don't think Severus will be having any more questions about her feelings from now on. 

Thanks

!  One thing Hermione has learned over the years is to not take herself so seriously. 

Thanks

!  One thing Hermione has learned over the years is to not take herself so seriously. 

It certainly didn't make Severus'!  Lol.  He's not one for being predictable.

It certainly didn't make Severus'!  Lol.  He's not one for being predictable.