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Father Figure
TeddyRadiator47 Reviews | 5.96/10 (47 Ratings, 0 Likes, 9 Favorites )
In the ten years since the Battle of Hogwarts, Severus Snape has worked very hard to free himself from his old life in order to become a respected Headmaster. Of course, his wife Hermione loves him regardless, but will an innocent board game change the entire future of their marriage, not to mention Severus' view of his own kindler, gentler self?
Written as a gift for the incomparable Subvers in the LJ 2011 SSHG Exchange.
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I love that you included Jules' email here! I always find other people's creative processes fascinating, especially when it's a creative relationship.
Oh, and I loved the fic as well, of course!
Totally confused for a moment by the slip into fantasy, but very glad I stuck with it! I can just imagine Severus arriving on the cusp of a storm...
“Thank the gods for that.”
I concur!
You know things have got bad when Lucius Malfoy is the voice of reason...
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Poor Lucius! I actually like him like this - this is a man who's very grateful to have not lost everything. He's a kindler, gentler Malfoy!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Poor Lucius! I actually like him like this - this is a man who's very grateful to have not lost everything. He's a kindler, gentler Malfoy!
Oh no! Trust Severus to go all over reacty just when Hermione is probably in need of a bit of comfort! You better make this right, Teddy! *glowers*
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
:) As one reader once said, Severus can sulk/pout/guilt for Britain.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
:) As one reader once said, Severus can sulk/pout/guilt for Britain.
“I wouldn’t get too comfortable.” Hee!That was hawt. Too busy skipping to next chapter to be any more coherent, I'm afraid!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Jules, my beta, says that should be his byline on all hisbusiness cards: Severus Snape--I wouldn't get too comfortable--
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Jules, my beta, says that should be his byline on all hisbusiness cards: Severus Snape--I wouldn't get too comfortable--
Hee! I love the direct correlation between Snape's love life and how nice - or otherwise he's willing to be to poor Orchid.
And - oh! - a Portkey!
As someone who cannot write sexy dialogue to save her life, I find the fact you can produce entire chapters of the stuff, and to do it so well, to be pretty spectacular.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you!
I'm not sure you can class a jarvey as an OC, but I think he's a keeper!Also, big bad Death Eater!Severus? Oh my!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you - yes, the idea of Severus in the full fig is pretty awesome!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you - yes, the idea of Severus in the full fig is pretty awesome!
he was part and parcel of the man she fell in love withIt's true, much as we love to redeem him in fic, it's the old Snape we all fell in love with!
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Oh dear - I hope this won't come between them. Severus has tried this lifestyle before, so is his reticence based on something Hermione should be aware of?
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Goodness, I can see why he was upset! That display sounds ever so slightly tacky!
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It's going to take Mr Orchid a little time to figure out Just what happened.
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I've always thought that Severus could see ice to eskimos if so inclinced ;)
Response from mick42 (Reviewer)
I was sold on him, from day one.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Oh, me too! :)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
I've always thought that Severus could see ice to eskimos if so inclinced ;)
Response from mick42 (Reviewer)
I was sold on him, from day one.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Oh, me too! :)
Is there no end to the demands of the ministry? he gave his blood, sweat and tears, for so long, can't he have a little peace now.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
I think of the Ministry as being like every other governing body - they always want more than they are willing themselves to give. If you'll recall, most of them weren't exactly manning the barricades in the war. It's easy to issue commands behind your wall of entitlement.
Response from mick42 (Reviewer)
True, they were hidding under their desks, while school children were fighting ,and dying to rid the world of the evil that they, in their" wisdom" had let grow.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Very true. Too busy hiding from the monsters under the bed....
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
I think of the Ministry as being like every other governing body - they always want more than they are willing themselves to give. If you'll recall, most of them weren't exactly manning the barricades in the war. It's easy to issue commands behind your wall of entitlement.
Response from mick42 (Reviewer)
True, they were hidding under their desks, while school children were fighting ,and dying to rid the world of the evil that they, in their" wisdom" had let grow.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Very true. Too busy hiding from the monsters under the bed....
I get the feeling that there is a greater chance of Severus being hurt, rather than Hermione. Severus would not let himself go so far as to physically injure Hermione, she could very easely { unintentionally } hurt him.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
That is one of the dichotomies of the D/s lifestyle. The Dominant may be in charge, but only as far as the submissive is willing to allow them to be. Both parties have a huge responsibility for the physical and emotional needs of the other.
Response from mick42 (Reviewer)
I know very little of the D/s lifestyle, only what I have read, but I do know that emotional wounds don't heal as quickly as physical wounds, if at all, and the scars never fade.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
That is one of the dichotomies of the D/s lifestyle. The Dominant may be in charge, but only as far as the submissive is willing to allow them to be. Both parties have a huge responsibility for the physical and emotional needs of the other.
Response from mick42 (Reviewer)
I know very little of the D/s lifestyle, only what I have read, but I do know that emotional wounds don't heal as quickly as physical wounds, if at all, and the scars never fade.
Ahh Severus, we all have a dark side, Hermione included. I love the idea of a museum, a tribute to all those that gave so much, for freedom.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Poor Guy! He just keeps forgetting that!
Response from mick42 (Reviewer)
I'm sure Hermione will remind him.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Poor Guy! He just keeps forgetting that!
Response from mick42 (Reviewer)
I'm sure Hermione will remind him.
Yeah, I'm with Hermione, Severus needs to express that side of him!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
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This story was so much sexier when Hermione was creaming at the sight of a dark, angry Headmaster billowing down the halls of Hogwarts in a genuine rage. For me, the extreme contrivance of the situation kills the passion. Oh well, each to her own taste.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Well each to her own taste. Role play can be great fun and for those with imagination, very passionate. Thank you for your comments.
Response from Very Small Prophet (Reviewer)
I’ve done role-play on occasion and have enjoyed it, but nothing so elaborate or so rigid. It was always loose, and very much of-the-moment: “Here’s our scene, you’ll be this, I’ll be that, and we’ll play at it for the next hour or so.” For enormously long scenarios with spectacular stage sets and elaborate props, I go to the opera. For sex I prefer improv.
As far as the story is concerned, I feel the plot has lost its dramatic tension now that our two protagonists have resolved the conflict in their relationship. There are, however, chapters yet to come. I trust this is merely a lull, and more obstacles will arise to be oversome by our hero and heroine. Onward!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you again for your comments.The original prompt for this story was not about writing any conflict in their relationship beyond the notion that Hermione wished to engage in a certain kind of relationship with her husband. It is a story about the dreamy, mystically charged rites of sexual magik involving Dominance and submission.I have never been one to devote chapter after chapter to angst for angst sake, and I don't believe constant conflict is essential to dramatic tension in a story. I would prefer to see them work together against a common conflict, and this is prevalent in my work.Regarding sexual preferences, I do not see impromptu role play vs. “enormously long scenarios with spectacular stage sets and elaborate props” as being a good vs. bad scenario. To me, they are merely different and to the individual’s tastes. However, feeling as you do about their role-playing games and the story in general, I fear you will not find the remainder of it to your liking either.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Well each to her own taste. Role play can be great fun and for those with imagination, very passionate. Thank you for your comments.
Response from Very Small Prophet (Reviewer)
I’ve done role-play on occasion and have enjoyed it, but nothing so elaborate or so rigid. It was always loose, and very much of-the-moment: “Here’s our scene, you’ll be this, I’ll be that, and we’ll play at it for the next hour or so.” For enormously long scenarios with spectacular stage sets and elaborate props, I go to the opera. For sex I prefer improv.
As far as the story is concerned, I feel the plot has lost its dramatic tension now that our two protagonists have resolved the conflict in their relationship. There are, however, chapters yet to come. I trust this is merely a lull, and more obstacles will arise to be oversome by our hero and heroine. Onward!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you again for your comments.The original prompt for this story was not about writing any conflict in their relationship beyond the notion that Hermione wished to engage in a certain kind of relationship with her husband. It is a story about the dreamy, mystically charged rites of sexual magik involving Dominance and submission.I have never been one to devote chapter after chapter to angst for angst sake, and I don't believe constant conflict is essential to dramatic tension in a story. I would prefer to see them work together against a common conflict, and this is prevalent in my work.Regarding sexual preferences, I do not see impromptu role play vs. “enormously long scenarios with spectacular stage sets and elaborate props” as being a good vs. bad scenario. To me, they are merely different and to the individual’s tastes. However, feeling as you do about their role-playing games and the story in general, I fear you will not find the remainder of it to your liking either.
Sounds like the museum was a hit, despite Severus' early reservations. I loved the speech he gave! It was perfect. And then they celebrated in the best way. Her disbelief when he asked her to scrub cauldrons was priceless. A perfect ending to a very enjoyable story!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you so much! I'm really glad you enjoyed it - almost as much as I enjoyed your reviews. This was a joy to write, and one of the stories I'm really happy with. I'm glad it gave you a lot of pleasure.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you so much! I'm really glad you enjoyed it - almost as much as I enjoyed your reviews. This was a joy to write, and one of the stories I'm really happy with. I'm glad it gave you a lot of pleasure.
Oooh, a fantasy. What a perfect way to deviate entirely from the story, and yet, still stay right along the lines of the story. I'm not a regency fan, but it didn't matter here. This was perfectly steamy, and it seems they had a good time. I love that they used Malfoy Manor for their little game. Serves Lucius right for being nosy when Severus came to him for advice, LOL.On a side note, my biggest fear in writing an exchange fic this year was that I was going to get assigned to write for someone awesome. That you did so and survived makes me all the more impressed by you. :)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you! I will say that Father Figure was the perfect storm - a combination of prompt, inspiration and author that worked really well. This year I wasn't so lucky, but Father Figure will always be a high-water mark for me. I was terrified when I got Subvers' name, but the moment I saw the prompt, my Muse gave me the entire story, almost all at once. I'm looking forward to your gift this year!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you! I will say that Father Figure was the perfect storm - a combination of prompt, inspiration and author that worked really well. This year I wasn't so lucky, but Father Figure will always be a high-water mark for me. I was terrified when I got Subvers' name, but the moment I saw the prompt, my Muse gave me the entire story, almost all at once. I'm looking forward to your gift this year!
What a great ending!! Now we need a sequel.. I wanna see Daddy Snape as, well, Daddy Snape haha
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
When they ask, Who's the Daddy, I think there's only one answer... ;) Thank you - I'm really glad you enjoyed it.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
When they ask, Who's the Daddy, I think there's only one answer... ;) Thank you - I'm really glad you enjoyed it.
What a hot and steamy read! Loved it all the way. Well done to you and your beta for such a delicious story with great writing.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you so very much! I'm thrilled you enjoyed it.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you so very much! I'm thrilled you enjoyed it.
Winky saves the day! I am so glad that Severus and Hermione made up. Of course, I don't have to worry too much now that I know you aren't the long drawn out angst type. It's kind of refreshing, actually. What a horrible memory that night brought up. And in the end, I enjoyed the change (sort of) in balance of power. He let her be in control, but still, he is running the show. It was a nice change of pace, although I have no complaints about returning to our regularly scheduled program. ;)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
No, I appreciate conflict, but I don't like angst for angst sake, especially if the characters are just running around in the same angst groove over and over. I actually prefer it when Hermione and Severus are working together on a common conflict. Most people who stay at one another's throats don't end up in bed together. I've read some fics where he's just so nasty I lose the ability to suspend disbelief that she would be willing to put up with his cruelty. But hopefully these two are back on the same page.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
No, I appreciate conflict, but I don't like angst for angst sake, especially if the characters are just running around in the same angst groove over and over. I actually prefer it when Hermione and Severus are working together on a common conflict. Most people who stay at one another's throats don't end up in bed together. I've read some fics where he's just so nasty I lose the ability to suspend disbelief that she would be willing to put up with his cruelty. But hopefully these two are back on the same page.
I don't typically care for Lucius, but you make him too likeable for me to resist. I love how just voicing his concerns to Lucius makes Severus realize how ridiculous he is being.Of course the Headmaster needs a new improved version of the mauraders map. Although surely that takes some of the fun out of coming upon unsuspecting offenders and scaring the daylights out of them. Nah, maybe not. Just makes it easier.I suspect panic is about to ensue ...
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
I'm not a Lucius fan either, but this is one of those chapters that was so Muse-driven I had to include it. Especially when it got corrupted on my HD and my good friend managed to save it! I knew it was destined to be in the story.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
I'm not a Lucius fan either, but this is one of those chapters that was so Muse-driven I had to include it. Especially when it got corrupted on my HD and my good friend managed to save it! I knew it was destined to be in the story.
Oh my you have given us a deliciously wicked ending to this chapter. :D
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of Father Figure)
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it.