I can wholly appreciate what Hermione is feeling by taking on the burdens of his insecurity. Having been through the same scenario in my own life it is not something to be taken lightly. An insecure man can really drag you down if you are not optimistic. After awhile it makes you feel as if you are being smothered and pestered, and it is really quite annoying. I would highly recommend (if the fic isn't totally written already) that those emotions are further explored. All I can say is that Hermione is a strong witch and while I love me some Snape, I'd have to dump him on his arse for being so insecure constantly. On the bright side, he's a hunk and loves her, so it's all good, right?

This was a wonderful chapter.  I do hope they can work things out once her schooling is done.  Maybe Madam Pince will retire and leave the Library open....LOL.  I really love the power of their emotion and love scenes.  Great new chapter.

Poor Severus! I felt so sad for him as this chapter unfolded. I was actually hoping he would come to Hermione as he did. Thank goodness he was able to get past his initial hurt. Of course that dosn't mean things won't get nasty again when he sees Hermione dancing with Filmore.Then the big break through with Hermione's declaration of love was so exquisite. I wasn't at all sure how Severus would take that. You wrote it in the most tender, sweet way. For a fic that I thought was mostly a PWP, you manage to write the most beautiful, emotionally touching scenes. And because of the intense journey your characters have been on, they come across totally believable, which can be quite the challenge with the prickly Severus Snape. For sure.

After your last fantastic chapter, the bath/shower scene here was a beautiful encore. And then the library... But the library has me a tad worried. Who was that getting a book and did they see or suspect anything odd was going on? Now poor Hermione! To be railroaded into going with Lawrence to the Ball. That thickheaded Ron. Of course Ginny should have been more help. Poor Hermione. I don't think Lawrence is truly understanding of the 'just as friends' part.And now Harry knowing! At least he was sympathetic and supportive. I'm glad he can see the way these two would make sense. Now all Hermione has to do is explain Filmore to Severus. Good luck there! This was quite an action packed chapter!

Guh! After picking myself up off the floor, from the puddle of goo I melted into, all I can say is that this is one of the most unique and erotic chapters I've ever read in fanfic, and for these two, it's just PERFECT!

I bow before you. You have mastered the art of erotic prose. That chapter, oh my goodness. Let's just say it was whole... complete. Not to be matched. The pure need that was rung from them, especially Severus. It was so enveloping, I found my eyes frantically tracking from word to word.  I had to go back and re-read portions. To you I sincerely say, thank you for sharing~

I have read this story elsewhere in its entirity, but so love it that I have been reading it on here again recently, even though I haven't reviewed up until now.  It is, without doubt, the sexiest, most erotic fanfic (or probably fic full stop) that I've ever read!  And yet, you have Snape down to a 't', and the story still remains so wonderfully tender and passionate in turns.  I'm not usually a fan of Snape/Schoolgirl Hermione fics but your writing is exceptional.However, what has really spurred me on to leaving a review now has been gersknightlady's comments. (gersknightlady if you're reading this I know you won't mind as you & I have had 'chats' in the past &, seeing as we both come from Christian backgrounds where we perhaps both look at things slightly differently to others, I just felt I had to say something.)  I take on board what gersknightlady is saying about the coarse language in this but, unlike in so many fics, I actually think you've got it right in this instance.  It simply shows the depth of joy/passion Severus evokes in Hermione to have her 'abandon' herself like this; there is, after all, a time & place for everything & (despite us readers being the 'voyeurs' here), this is supposed to be something extremely private happening between the two!This, like most of your other chapters, retains a very poignant, erotic & tender feel (making the sex seem beautiful and truly romantic, rather than crude as in so many fics.)  Your writing powerfully gives an insight into this deep, complex man's true vulnerabilities. :-)

I'm glad she told him, really should reassure him now. Would have bee nice for Severus to say it back. But it wouldn't be Severus if he had.

Yay!  I'm so glad she finally told him!  I also think it quite fitting that he did not immediately respond in kind.  That's not his style...but I am eagerly awaiting it!

Yep I'd be happy.  (The language is hard for me to read.  Not necessary. People who love have respect, they don't need that kind of language to turn them on).  The emotion and power of the scene was amazing.  You did an excellent job with his reaction to her pronouncement. I am so glad he came to ehr and said he was sorry.  She is between a rock and a hard place.  I juts hope he does not tear the boy apart when he touches her LOL.  Looking forward to what hapens next.

You are always so good at writing such steamy love scenes, and this chapter was no exception.  Who knew such a nice girl could have such a filthy mouth on her? ;)I think it bodes really well for their relationship that she seems to understand him so well.  Not that she should have to tiptoe around him, but she knows when to leave him alone, and when to press him.  She knows when he is feeling insecure and just what to say and do to alleviate his fears.  She just handles him well these days, and that is important because he is so emotionally fragile.  Those three words uttered over and over will do more to assuage his fears from her evening with Lawrence than anything else could have.  And he cried...   How sad that he is that unaccustomed to being on the receiving end of love that it elicits such emotion from him.I believe this chapter moved us forward by leaps and bounds.  I hope there aren't too many setbacks along the way.  Great chapter!

Think he might be reassured yet? ;)

I know I would be - Definitely happy and content. Great story!

That's all!  *sigh!*

That was one of the happiest, most satisfying Severus and Hermione chapters I have ever read and I loved every word of it. *sigh* I can die happy now. :)

I'm really enjoying this story. It isn't so angst-filled that you just get frustrated by it. It feels right. The lemons are absolutely luscious and, oh, I don't know, I just look forward to each new chapter. It's a good read, and well-written, and I think it'll be a keeper in my private collection - after all, it's only one of the two stories on this site that I alert!

I think Ron is a total idiot for putting Hermione in the position she now finds herself. I'm glad Harry is accepting of the relationship between Hermione and Severus. I think that if Hermione tells Severus of her feelings for him, he won't be so insecure about their relationship. Plus, I think it will help things when she has to tell him about going to the ball with Lawrence. While I think Severus won't be happy about it (who would be), he'll understand that she doesn't care for Lawrence in that way. Again, it all comes down to her telling him how she feels. I think he really needs to hear it.

Wow nasty cliffy LOL The chapter was powerful and the story has been very exciting excelent work.

What a good friend Ginny is, and I am glad that Severus didn't fly off the handle when he found out that she knows.Their coupling in the corridor was intense and wonderful.  I, like Hermione, like the mix of frantic physical need, and tenderness that was present in that encounter.And his "it was you"...  are we referring back to their experience in the mortuary that has me so intrigued?  I am excited, as always, to read the next chapter.

Alright, Sev.  Ya lost me.  What "was you"?  It's lovely to see how sexually attracted they are to each other.  It's a heady feeling - like they own one another.  But hmm....those words....

Nice to see she has a confidante, and he wasn't too upset. :)

Severus took Ginny finding out about him and Hermione very well, I thought he would throw a total fit.  Great chapter.

Uh oh.  Well, he *works* at the school, but he's not a *prisoner* there.  Hogsmeade is within walking distance for students who *can't* Apparate, there's always Portkeys and the Floo.  Even if she ends up in London, travel is nearly instantaneous.  So I'm pretty sure IF Hermione goes into it with a reasonable head, she'll get a thoughtful discussion out of Snape.Assuming HE goes into it with a reasonable head....which may rather be a bad assumption.

ooooh crap!  Hermione's got some thinking to do!

Oh my. All is forgiven?  I'm not so sure, aye?I will have to be mindful about my abilities to wait patiently until the next installment. It's hard to wait when you feel invested in what is pleasantly unfolding before your eyes. Lovely!As always my friend, thank you for sharing~