I like how you play with the paradox of surprised vs. not surprised, and the difficulty with which she is attempting to define the situation.

Interesting take on the the happily ever after.  I was thinking, she needs to talk to him, and I see my fellow-reviewers feel the same.  Hermione is a clever girl,  however, and will figure it out.

I don't always want a cuddle after a marathon session, especially if it's summer and hot. Thinking about work the next day and getting the requisite number of hours sleep so I can function is also a consideration. Saying that, she should never give up. Winter is much more conducive to cuddling.

Ah!  Now, I am not a Cuddler, but when something that seems so insignificant is lacking, it does suddenly become very important, doesn't it?  Makes me want to smack some sense into Severus in the worst way.

It is strange how the redundant things in life can be surprising.  I agree wholeheartedly.

That being said, and after exchanging a couple e-mails back-and-forth with you, I love how your sense of humor comes out in both of these stories you submitted.  It adds a unique flavor and style.   

You have a very interesting turn of phrase. Specifically the suprise not suprised thing. My favorite was the part about the knickers though.