Temptation
Chapter 2 of 2
darnedchildThe thoughts of two people during one night at Grimmauld.
ReviewedI touch my hand against the faded wallpaper葉he warmth of my palm accentuating the chill in the wall葉rying to ground myself in the reality of my surroundings.
Fighting not to lose myself in the fantasy of you: your coy smile, the seductive light in your eyes, the wistful tone in your "good night."
Once again, I find myself contemplating thoughts that would better be left alone.
Perhaps you think I don't notice the way you look at me when you think I'm not watching. How you've made a point to include me in conversations when others would have been content to leave me be. The way you suddenly grow tired when I begin to make my way upstairs for the night.
I can only hope that you haven't noticed how slowly I take those stairs, or how careful I've been to make sure you're always nearby before I make my intentions to retire for the evening known to the room at large.
In the light of day, it's easy to remember that you're so young傭arely out of school預nd I'm old enough to know better.
Old enough that I shouldn't wake揚asping and spent謡ith the whisper of your name still on my lips.
It's as if my common sense deserts me with the setting of the sun. The darkness brings madness. Corruption. Desire.
As much as I value our talks and your intellect during the day, that is not what fills my mind now. Instead there are images of what you might be doing on the other side of this wall as you prepare for bed, what I could do to you, with you, if only I were to knock upon your door.
Would you welcome me with open arms? Open lips? Open thighs? I think you would. Perhaps not at first, but I can be most persuasive when the mood strikes, and I do not believe you would require much coaxing.
My breath comes in soft pants as I struggle to calm my wayward thoughts and my body's reactions to them.
Even a man with an iron will would find his self-control tested by the temptation of you.
I press my hand against the wall, nails scoring the fragile paper before my fingers curl into a fist to keep from reaching for the doorknob.
How many more nights before I give in?
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Nice little bit, would be a great start to a slightly longer story (hint hint, lol). Both seem to be very much in character, which I appreciate, because often they don't seem to be.
So near and yet so far from each other. I would think that SS and SG would both open their doors at the same time to go to each other and meet half way there. Well thats my ending to your wee fic. Thanks for writing and sharing.
Nice other side of the coin. Sometimes people just need to quit being so shy and just speak up. Introverts. ;)
Very nicely painted picture of unfulfilled desire.
How many nights, indeed. The tension and desire felt here are wonderful. Young or not, she is an adult, so he should just go for it. Perhaps since they retire at the same time, they could both have the urge to shower at the same time, lol. Just a thought, because I would love to see more.
Wow. I wonder if there is a chance he feels the same way. The idea of her exploring her body - by touch and by sight - while thinking of the man on the other side of the wall is perhaps more erotic than if he was there with her.
Excellent read!!! :D
Very wistful...
Very nicely done. (But all I could think about was "if that's a two-way mirror, Severus is having a good time".)
Hermione is so taken with Severus, and I hope he is thinking along the same lines that she is. In the room next door. He must be just as interested because he walks with her to their rooms... he just doesn't go to her room. *sigh*
I also thought of Severus looking into Hermione's room via the mirror. It's a magical world after all...
Well, she's no longer your student...an adult...why not? Give in already :D
nice and emotional fic!may i ask for sequel?
Have just realised this is complete - may I register a plea for a sequel? :)
Oh, I feel so sorry for him. I hope he does give in. I shal favourite this - I have to know if he does!
Very sexy while still being perfectly clean. Bravo!
somehow it's not so bad, knowing that they feel the same...
Take me I'm yours...oh, um, sorry, got a bit caught up there. Lovely job. Sensual, longing, denial. *sigh*
Wow...I loved this! It was sensual and sexual without being graphic.
This was beautiful and a bit heartbreaking. I'd like to think that he gives in.
How many more nights before I give in? That is what I was wondering... how long can he hold out?
I'd love to read a few more chapters if you ever had an inkling to write them. Regardless, thank you for these two chapters.
Beth
I would love to read more to this.
I LOVE IT....WOW..MORE!! This is excellent..Please give us a third chapter so they can be together....WONDERFUL!!!!
This is so, so very well done! The tension, the mirrored desire, the deft writing. Can't wait for more!