Epilogue
Chapter 28 of 28
averygoodunA glimpse into the future
ReviewedFinal Author’s Note: Warning: Soppy utterings ahead. Snape would not approve.
Considering this was supposed to be a “short” sequel, it has taken an extraordinarily large amount of time (energy and words) to complete it. My eternal gratitude goes to those of you who have not only remained patient with the long bouts between updates, but have continued to read and encouraged me with your reviews. I may not have responded to your reviews reliably (she says sarcastically, knowing full well that she was very reliable in NOT responding to reviews), but I read and cherished every single one. Multiple times. Thank you so much. There were days your words and your thoughts kept me floating when it would have been all too easy to drown.
I also need to put credit where credit is due. My everlasting gratitude and friendship goes to my two wonderful, beautiful betas, Keladry Lupin and Southern_Witch_69. They helped tremendously, not only in cleaning up the SPAG of this story to acceptable levels, but in their encouragement and excitement.
Special thanks goes out to Amsev for her excitement, cheerleading and general enthusiasm, as well as her introducing me to the whole betaing concept. And her insistence that I join LJ. Thanks to GinnyW for her nudges, squees and friendship, and finally, thanks to Shiv the Great, without whom the last chapter wouldn’t have been nearly as good. I think. She’s free to disagree, of course.
The excellent advice of those ladies has been invaluable to me both in the writing of this story and in the navigation of this fandom. Without you three, I probably wouldn’t know half the people I count as friends. Thank you so very much!
*smooches to everyone else* You know I love you even if you aren’t mentioned by name. Yes, you.
Thank you for reading this story of mine. I appreciate it heaps and heaps. And now that’s said, you may go back to your regularly scheduled fanfic.
Minerva McGonagall
Headmistress’ Office
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Scotland
June 14, 2010
Gods, woman! You should have warned me! I thought the miscarriages were difficult! And what sadists are the Healers to actually encourage the fathers to be in the same room, hold their wives' hands, watch their wives being split apart!!!
Never again. Never. Even if we could.
Fortunately, this child is alive and well, as is Hermione. She, Hermione, insists we name her, the baby, after you, though I've tried to dissuade her (Hermione) of the notion. Perhaps you might offer a more persuasive argument against it? I do NOT need a goddess in the family. She already has too much power over us as it is, and that’s while she’s only capable of eating, sleeping and defecating. I shudder to think what the future will hold when she learns to smile.
If you could spread the word of birth and health matters amongst the curious, I would be grateful. I will soon have my hands full (of dirty nappies) and won't have the patience for such trivial matters.
Regards,
Severus
Severus Snape
Thistle Cove
Spurn Head
Yorkshire
June 14, 2010
Oh, Severus, congratulations! I am so happy for you two. I am also humbled at being your daughter’s namesake, and I accept the honor with pride. Thank you.
I’ve told the Potters the good news, so you should be receiving well-wishes from the ends of the Earth within the next day. Hopefully, they’ll at least take Hermione into consideration before choosing their owls. I assume you’ve warded your Floo by now.
Oh, I am so very happy for you! Be as good to your lasses as I know you want to be, dear boy, and everything will be fine. Just remember, a clean bum is a happy bum.
Much love,
Minerva
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418 Reviews | 6.5/10 Average
I loved the journey and am now loath to return home again.
love the sequel.. see more action & drama ahead!!
Very cute!
Cute ending. Good story all in all, I've enjoyed reading it.
Lovely.
Perfect!
LMAO!
That's the best epilogue I've ever read! heheheh....
I am very sad it's all over, but I have to say I mightily enjoyed the ride! Thank you.
A clean bum is a happy bum! ROFL! :)
An excellent story! I'm sorry see it end, but it was a great read.
I am torn between excitement and gratitude that this sequel is finished, versus whining for more. yes, more! you've written characters in such a way that I've grown to care for them -- I really do want to know what happened to Remus and Teddy and Kingsley (esp Teddy). any ideas, dear goddess author? I don't dare ask about the other characters, like Vector!
and I will not ask what your next story is. I do thank you for your commitment to finishing this story, and for the hours and hours of pleasure you've given us. have a wonderful birthday, Elizabeth!
ps - you can update your author's bio now.
Love the illustration. I was having trouble picturing the short hair. I LOVE it!!
Lovely! I adore Severus' way with words in his letter to Minerva, and in her words in her reply to him. Yes indeedie! A clean bum is a happy bum. And he is doing nappy duty, too.
He tries to be such a tough guy, but he's really a softie.
I have loved reading every word of both MAC and SMHC!
Beth
delightful! thank you so much for sharing you time, talent, and vision. you rule and reign!
Nice... and thank goodness you're back updating this wonderful story. It's time she confessed her feelings now though, isn't it?? And Vector is creeping me out... and Nott, well he obviously still wants Hermione and it's a little odd she hasn't sussed! Is the girl blind???
Looking forward to the next installment!
I love this story! I had first read Marry A Choice quite some time ago over on Ashwinder, and then the first few chapters of this one... And then I apparently saw something bright and shiny and forgot all about it until the other day, when I saw it updated here with so many new chapters that I hadn't read yet! I can't wait to see just what is going on with Professor Vector, especially as she's not bothering to hide her dislike for Hermione from Severus at this point. And what about Hermione's use of "The Force"? Do wands equal light sabers? 
Anyway, I'm glad this story is over here where I could see it again, and thanks for continuing to work on it. It is on my Favorites list now so I won't miss any more!
That was lovely, but I can't help but worry if things are too good for these two.
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
They have that kind of relationship, don't they? ;-)Thanks!
Snape + Calming Draught = AWESOMESPEW = Society for the Promotion of Elvish Welfare.
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
Oops. Thanks for the sharp eyes! And I'm glad you liked doped-up!Snape! He's fun.
I want to know how hermione got from a room in the dungeons (the locked room WAS in the dungeons, right?) to the kitchen which is on the fourth floor, by falling down a cliff. hogwarts works in mysterious ways...and will she get her wand back?
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
Hogwarts is magical. Plus that tunnel was really long?No. She won't. :-(
Response from mock_turtle (Reviewer)
I'm totally willing to buy that they went from the dungeon to the fourth floor by falling. I just think it's weird that none of the characters seemed to notice.
...and the whole beginning of this chapter sounds like something I would say. also not on purpose. poor hermione and the double entendres. they're like land mines.and I love that you used bush's speech. hil-aaaaaar-ious.
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
Thank you!
I find it kind of hilarious that their first night together, snape is sick with chicken pox. whatever gave you that idea??
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
I think my son came down with chickenpox about the time I was writing that, if I recall correcctly. But I'm glad you see the humor in it. :-D
dunno why, but this whole bedroom scene seems a lot more real than these things tend to be (written). I like it.
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
Thanks!
I've finally caught up with your story, and first I want to apologize for not commenting along the way, and second I want to tell you what a fantastic pair of stories you've written!!! I first read Marry a Choice, and now I'm reading She Married Her Choice. It's marvelous. It's wonderful. It is so endearing that I can't find the words to adequately describe it. 
Only two more chapters? I will be sorry when it it is finished.Well done, avery! Here is a well deserved bouquet. 
Beth
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
Thank you so much for any reviews you choose to give! I can totally understand where you're coming from. I am so glad you like these stories. I've put a lot of time, thought and energy into them, so it's gratifying to know that it isn't for nothing!Thank you!
*sigh* he's so romantic! lovely update. thanks so much
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
LOL. Yeah, when he deigns to be. ;-)Thank you!
lovely! the ability to tease and be teased -- a mark of their growing ease with each other. I'm glad she and Teddy can have an animated discussion about Muggle and werewolf issues, although I still wonder what goes through Teddy's head; you'll have to hit me on the head with that, as I cannot fiture him out with any certainty. I'm still wondering if she will tell Severus that Vector was/is jealous and wanting Severus for herself. thank you for the new chapter!! I'm excited to read the next.
Response from averygoodun (Author of She Married Her Choice)
Yes! Very much so! They are learnng, even if it's a been painful lesson plan. You'll find out about Teddy soon enough. Only two more chapters to go, you know!*hugs*