So where is the epilogue? I'd love to see it.
If you haven't read it before, I would recommend you read "the tattered man" by aurette. (it might be called the broken man- either way, she wrote it). I sort of imagined your two stories merging into one as I read this, its a beautiful but sad story very similar to yours. I love it, even though it makes me cry every time I read it.

I was nearing the bottom of this chapter and thought that if you ended the story here, I'd have to avada kadavra you in your sleep! Lol. I like it so far, just hoping it will have a happy ending.

wow...a right ending if not entirely happy.  i can't wait to see the epilogue.  her dad was right about good manners and all, tho.  terrific update.  thanks and mucho smoochies

Wow! Such drama! It reminds me of the end of Spider Man when Mary Jane leaves the astronaut at the alter and runs to Peter Parker's crummy little apartment in her wedding gown.I look forward to your epilogue.

I'm so glad that she didn't marry Ron.

I'm glad she made the right decision finally!  Her reunion with Severus was truly beautiful.  I can't really fault anyone for their reactions, though.  Her parents said it best... not her finest hour.  It's too bad it took her to that point to finally come to her senses.  She really did hurt Ron deeply, and for no good reason.  This story still reminds me of Princess Bride two, when poor Mia hyperventilates at the altar.  LOL.  Thank heavens for that Felix, or our dear Severus would be no more.

I was going to say you can't leave it like that! haha!!

Aw, love, love, love it! And looking forward to the epilogue!

Actually, I do think the Granger's should have been more harsh on Hermioone, because no matter how she feels for Severus, that behaviour was completely unacceptable.Although,I'd like to know how they know where she was?

Wow! That was worth waiting for, and an epilogue to boot! I am soo glad she came to her senses, but I understand everyones reactions. She knew she didn't love Ron anymore, and no matter what, she should have told him before the wedding, and not go through with it! I am happy for Severus though! he deserves to be happy, and I hope that Hermione realizes that! If the others come around, great, if they don't, that is their problem. You can't live your life for other people! Looking forward to the epilogue!Grace

While it could be left liek this, it's wonderful to know there will be more.  That was a very powerful scene.  Very exciting.  Great job.

I am so glad she didn't make the mistake of marrying Ron.  I think everyone totally overreacted.  I will agree that it was poor form to wait until the middle of the wedding to come to the decision in her head that she had already made in her heart.  Still, at least her parents should be glad that she didn't marry the wrong person for her, just so there was no embarrassment or hard feelings.  I think most folks are just in shock and rightfully so.  When the dust settles, surely they will come around.  If not, I guess they have each other.each wrapped in the other, the white satin dress mingling with the black silk robes, one single being to face whatever was to come.I gathered the general meaning of the title from the beginning, but this description of them was beautiful.  I hope the epilogue comes soon!

Woo hoo!  I couldn't have asked for a better ending... and it happened at the last minute.  Squeeeeee!  And there's an epilogue.  I was so afraid that Ron had killed Severus with the Sectumsempra, and I was ready to kill him.  Thank goodness it only nicked the old wound.I was disappointed in the way Mr Granger reacted to Hermione's decision to walk away from her marriage to Ron.  No one really knew what a prick he was except maybe Molly, Arthur, and Harry.  and Snape, of course.But they're together now, and that's the most important thing!  Great story you've got here, and I can't wait to read the epi.Beth

Superb.  Can't wait for the epilogue. I also like happy endings!!

Ahh, that's where the title comes from. :)

Phew! I am sooooo glad she didn't marry Ron. Once everyone calms down, if they truly love her, then they will understand in the end. If not, then they aren't worthy of being friends. Loved it and looking forward to the epilogue!

OH MAN HOW WONDERFUL...I can't wait for the epilogue...I have followed this story since it began, and I love it!! WELL DONE!!!!

Can't wait for the epilogue. Snape and Hermoine happily married, and Hermoine has a succesfull career? And maybe children?

that was awesome ! but im hoping that they;re not mad at hermione. well, she did it because of her love to severus. hoping that they;re not going to ignore her. 

Relieved.....

You could live it like this, but I know I'd much prefer to know what happens in the few weeks, months or years following this day. Anyway, it is a wonderful story even if it ends there.

I hate to bug, but June is almost over, is another chapter forthcoming? Please, I can't stand the wait anymore!

AAACK!  How long, o lord, how long, before we are given an update?!?!(sorry for the histrionics, but I can't stand it.  Great stories have a way of doing that to me).

Ditto to what everyone is saying! I don't think Severus is being selfish though, not consciously! He is a man in pain, pain he remembers feeling for twenty years! On top of that, he feels alone, and he doesn't want to see her with another man. I understand why he is doing this, it is hard for a man of his background to give his heart! I, or anyone else would say, I deserve better than that stupid, selfish twit!  I honestly don't care what his death would do to her! She deserves it, and a lifetime of unhappiness for her choice! As much as I hate Ron, he deserves better than being default choice! Anyway, I hope Lily stays his hand, and I hope Hermione stops the wedding! I want her to do it, because it would show her capable of making the right descion! I honestly don't want Severus to sweep in, and save her, but if thats the way it goes, well, I won't complain, just stop this farce please! And please update soon! The suspense is killing me!

The first part of this made me think a bit of Princess Diaries II when Mia gets physically sick at the altar.  Hopefully Hermione's sense of duty will be overshadowed by her fear and realization that this is so very WRONG!  Hermione really isn't doing anyone a favor here by going through with the marriage.  Despite the Weasleys' being upset, I'm sure they'd much rather see their son/brother happy in the long run.  How could he be in this sham?

On to Severus.  I was totally surprised at his choice, but it makes perfect sense for him.  Has this man ever received anything good in his life?  The tears flowed quite freely as I read through the second half of this chapter.  At least the cliffie left a tiny shred of hope for his future.  Update again soon, please.  Oh, and... PLEASE DON"T KILL SEVERUS!!!!!!!