I loved her nonchalantly/obviously trying to attract his attention when getting ready for bed.  Ouch with the Lily comment.  But he is getting over her as evidenced by the end of the chapter.  Her gift was really clever, even if he was too drunk to appreciate.  I was going to beat him down for that one, but then he apologized so I will let it go.  Oliver is a jerk.  I hope she stays clear of him.  It is not even worth it to spend time with him to make Severus jealous.   It was another milestone in this twisted relationship, but she felt like they’d passed a point of no return and they were in this for the long haul.I think this perfectly sums things up!  Looking forward to more!

Hermione did everything she could to delay crawling under the covers before Severus came out of the bathroom, but nothing seemed to work–until she crawled under the covers.  I laughed out loud. 

When she woke the first time, I was so happy that Severus told her to be still and don't move.  He was comfortable.  *sigh* Later when they both experienced an orgasm with Severus calling out Lily's name, I wanted to cry.  *sniff*  To top off the weekend, Severus made it beyond clear that he did not want to talk when they arrived in his office.  *gggrrrr*What's wrong with him?   *wtf?*

From his behavior toward Hermione after she won her awards to his silence when they came back to Horwarts, I felt he was bothered by something more than awards.  Too bad he couldn't have acknowledged his attraction to her before Oliver Wood practically raped her.  But perhaps he paid a little for it all when Hermione kicked him in the ear.  That made me laugh out loud, too.

I'm glad Hermione found it within herself to forgive him his rudeness.  The hurt of his lost love was fading, and he didn’t know what it meant. But he was looking forward to teatime on Sunday.

Thank you for a damn fine chapter!  Beth

I don't think I like Severus very much anymore.  Hermione is too forgiving.  Let's see what Sunday brings.

Was this what Winky had in mind?

Sounds like Severus is finally getting a clue! :)

Yes, Snape. The only reason she could have possibly won was because she is friends with Harry. No other reason. Jelous much? I think Snape might be missing the chatter though. I can't wait till she can give him some back!

Poor Oliver. He just can't seem to catch a break. If I were him, I think I would avoid Hermione too! I am glad that Severus has finally seen she is much more than the take charge, know it all Gryffendor. She actually cares about people, and he should be glad that caring is being aimed at him. I wonder how long he will let this go on before he helps her?

Sneaky Snape! I just hope he knows what he is doing, and not putting anyone else in harms way just to have his bit of fun.

Good start! Only... it very, very rarely ever snows in Queensland in Australia! I live in Victoria and even I've never seen snow! Haha! And I live about 1.5 hours from the snow fields! Anyway, I look forward to seeing what happens! :D

Figures teh git would make the girl sleep in the sofa. and his tirade over her award - jealousy! Whoot! for her!  Two! He was nice enough to make the powder for her and all, though, so he's slowly and I mean s l o w l y becoming redeeming. The fact he rolled over to her side of the bed was really telling! I bet she knew he had and knew/felt the hard on. *snerk*

Okay so he's keeping quiet to teach her the 'lesson' Oh I'd love to see her turn th etables on him and use it against him. Oka, he is starting to lighten up and I like that he's - well, she's getting to him. Poor Oliver, too bad he's maimed! Will it grow back once the curse if off her?

Goody, the git figured it out. About bloody time. And he's going to toy with her? grrrPoor, Hermione, when will shel earn her lesson?

I had to laugh when Hermione started mumbling to herself and taking notes during Professor Belby's lecture.  Even with a Silencing Charm, the bouncing quill still managed to irritate Severus.  He really seems to be of two minds.  On the one hand he doesn't want her attending every lecture he does, and on the other he loves having her attention.  I think he really likes being made to feel that she cannot bear be away from him for very long. 

My favorite part of the chapter was when they had to sleep in the same bed... and Severus found himself wrapped around her with his morning erection snuggled up to her backside... on HER side of the bed!  OMG!  And he can't recall if he did anything to her during the night.  Delicious.

My next favorite part was when Hermione won two awards... and he won none.  (I had thought for a minute that Hermione might have nominated him for an award which he won... but apparently not. 

His behavior has got to be getting under Hermione's skin, but she still can't talk.  And here they are back in their room, Severus has locked himself in the bathroom, and I'll bet Hermione is starving.  She may not be able to talk tonight, but come morning, assuming her lips are no long sealed, I'd say things are ripe for a first class row.

I hope she doesn't tell Severus that he is a prick!  You wouldn't, would you?  Nah...  But I'll bet he has to pay for his attitude some way, and not being able to talk for over twenty-four hours will have given her loads of time to realize that she has the perfect weapon to exact her revenge.

Fun, fun chapter!!!  I am eagerly looking forward to the next one.Beth

Okay the git has to know what's going on now!! The kite bit was funny - SuperSnape to the... childish moment. sorryBut the bending over backeards - hwo could he not have guessed? If I were Hermione, I'd blame him too!

Ooh, that prat Snape!  He expects respect from her but doesn't give any, and he has the audiacity to GRADE her?!  As if he was all that!  Her students are doing fine without him! Poor Wood, at least he learned the truth. The fingers bit was funny!  So was the nightgown one.

Well poor Severus is in a sulk but he deserved it since he made that crack about Hermione being 'dumb'.  I'm sure he knew that their table mates thought he meant that she was stupid, so good for Hermione for putting him down a peg (or two).

The finger licking scene was rather hot.Hotter than fire .... Good thing reviewers were not hit with Winky's curse.Screwball at its finest.

Bad Severus!He does realise he could endanger someone with his knowledge about the curse and Hermione's big mouth, but wants to torment Hermione and the others around the castle. I just hope it gets back on him, too.But I can't help but find the whole situation incredible funny.

Well, I was thinking that they would need to have sex before her lips unsealed, so it is only during the convention.  I was wondering about this story when if first started, but I have come to enjoy it very much.

Well, Hermione is acting on her emotions left and right, which isn't exactly the most reasonable thing to do, especially, as her emotions seem to be out of control.I wonder how long it will take until they find out that every proverb she is using in Sape's presence will be taken literally...The curse really could be dangerous. I hope it can be stopped.

Oh my, a jealous Snape. I'm sure when her lips will unseal themselves, a bit fight is going to occurr.The sealed lips probably were a blessing in disguise. If she had held a long "thank you speech", she probably never would be nominated for a potioneer's popularity contest again.

When will her lips be unsealed. I'm seeing a big fight over the award for the bubble potion. The things that could come out of her mouth could result in such delightful lemons. 

Snape really set her up with that late notice of her acceptance. I would have written a letter saying that I gladly accept but the untimely nature of his offer made attending his staff meeting improbable. That I'd be happy to see him at his next earliest convenience. It would have ruffled his feathers, but he was in a bind anyway, not that Hermione knew that. Still, if he was going to send me noticifation five minutes before the said meeting--to 'ell with him. Hermione really is a woose in this story. Too needy. I loved Severus' outburst to Minerva, "What about me!"  Selfish git. I"m surprised that Hermione's rooms are bare stone walls, but enugh for her to see that she has a study area?  First time I've seen Porfessor's rooms just bare stone. No bed? no desk? nothing?

I bet the house-elves don't even clean her rooms. lolSo now we come close to the Winky bit? hmmm

Oh, I thought Hermione might have nominated him for something. Well, it's nice that she won something. I'm sure Severus likes her much better with her lips sealed.

LOL. A quiet Granger.  What a bonus! :)