Two: Christmastide 2009
Chapter 3 of 8
TeddyRadiatorThe Black-Eyed Angel desires you for his bride...
ReviewedAnti-Litigation Charm: Nothing you recognize belongs to me. All characters are property of JK Rowling. If they did belong to me, Severus Snape would be alive and well and sipping cocoa in his nightshirt right now, reading his favourite book.
This is a store written way back in 2011, and I knew a little less about writing styles than I do now. I hope you will forgive me for the bouncing POVs.
This chapter contains explicit sexual content.
This story is dedicated to Sempraseverus, and the real Black-eyed Angel...
Christmastide 2009
Severus only sang to her on the cold, dark nights, when the smell of wood smoke mingled with the sharp tang of snow in the air. Winter songs. Songs of frost and fairies, of night journeys and the scent of evergreens in the forests. He would not sing in summer's dark heat, or autumn's red and gold splendor - Hermione's favourite season.
No, it was only in the dark of the Solstice, when he would sit upon their bed and beckon her imperiously to spoon-sit with him. He would draw her against his warmth and place his large hands on her shoulders, pulling the tension from her body and replacing it with first comfort, then desire.
And on those nights, as his hands soothed and renewed her, he would sing the words his mother had taught him as a boy; his lovely, deep baritone reverberating against her back:
"Take my hand, little one, I am the Prince of Pride, the Black-Eyed Angel who watches o'er you desires you for his bride.
I'll wrap you in a cloak of stars, I'll fly you through the night, the Black-Eyed Angel will capture you in his flight.
You are my heart, my life, my soul, my love will shield you from the storm, the Black-Eyed Angel who watches o'er you will keep you safe from harm.
I'll wipe away every tear you cry, your every thought will be my command, You hold the heart of the Black-Eyed Angel in your hand."
It was a song he sang to his mother, when she was ill, or when his father was drunk and mean and the two of them clung to one another for succor. It was a song, he confessed, he'd sung to Lily Potter in their early days, when he had mistook their friendship for courtship. And he sang it to Hermione. She knew it was a privilege, and the song never lost its ability to make her shiver with desire.
He was always grateful that he'd never sung the song to anyone but these three women. It served as a benchmark to him. His mother had been soothed by it. Lily had been amused by it. Only Hermione had been seduced by it, and through their lives together, he understood that the song was itself a spell, an enchantment to bring who was most desired to he who was most desired. The song, Severus came to realize, had not been meant for his mother or for Lily. It had been meant for Hermione, and each time he sang it, he felt the magic stir around them. It was the most intoxicating form of foreplay, and it never failed to deliver.
He sang other songs, but there was other music as well. The gentle crescendo of his body as he moved with her, the swells of their yearning, the legato of his gentleness, coupled with the brio of his passion.
And after the music, would be the love. His touch would change, become languid, his strokes longer, feather-light, his voice silkier, lighter, beguiling. In those moments she was his slave, and she would obey his slightest purr, his most commanding plea. She would do anything for his touch, his beautiful body, his wicked, talented tongue.
"Who do you belong to, pet?" he would murmur, his lips teasing the shell of her ear.
"You, Severus."
"And who am I?"
"My Master." He would laugh, a soft, sensuous, dark chuckle that made her tremble. Long fingers would wind around a nipple, and tease and pluck until she was gasping with desire, pushing back against him.
"Your Master, hmmm? I thought I was your slave." His sinful voice alone was enough to make her wet, and he knew it, the wicked man. His hand would stray, dancing lightly across her belly, making her writhe as it delicately slipped between her thighs. Sometimes she would deliberately keep her legs together to tease him. It never lasted.
"Open for me," he would breathe into her ear, and her thighs would part like water to his entreaty. His fingers, so sure of their task, would find the pearly button of her clitoris unerringly, and as she whimpered his name, he would croon to her, "Never your Master, my goddess. I am your slave. I am a slave to your pleasure." She would be crying out by then, her passion standing on tiptoe, on the brink of her climax, only waiting for his command. "Come for me, my good, good girl…yes, that's it my sweet one…ah yes! Such a good girl…"
And in the night, in the dark, with his hands on her body, coaxing her, sometimes the tears would come. He never questioned them, having shed plenty of his own. He knew she mourned for those she'd lost: her parents, her friends, her innocence, the sweet, aching release of their climax together. Sometimes they would affect him as well, and she would feel his tears on her neck as he panted and gasped his pleasure, already mourning its passing.
He teased her that she would have never passed her exams had he dropped his bullying, cruel exterior and treated her to this sort of instruction. He teased her that he could make her come with his voice alone and she thought he was probably right. He proved them both correct when he did. Slave indeed.
Most of the residents of Hogwarts would have been dumfounded. How could she explain to them her passionate love for the Headmaster? Even Minerva, who had known Severus for most of his life, didn't believe Hermione when she spoke of him singing her to sleep.
The old witch would have thrown a wobblie had Hermione revealed Severus' imitation of Gilderoy Lockhart, which was so buttery and finger-tip perfect Hermione had fallen out of bed with hysterical laughter. Severus threatened to make her perform an Unbreakable Vow to prevent knowledge of said imitation becoming public domain.
People only saw the quiet, sometimes moody, once-greasy bat-of-the-dungeons Headmaster. They did not know the quiet, gentle soul who had loved Lily Potter and let her go with a courageous heart. They did not see the man who was brave enough to try to love again, who took the risk with a former student, and came up trumps.
And now he was gone. No sweet words of passion, spoken to her, no music, no love. She had lost him in this most final of ways. She was lost herself in this most final of ways.
The pandemic was swift and greedy. Draco lost both his parents in the space of two weeks; first Lucius, then the grieving Narcissa, less than a fortnight later. The virus swept through them with chilling efficiency, and everyone whispered it was revenge against the purebloods. Certainly, they seemed the most susceptible.
Then, a few days after the funerals, Severus appeared in the infirmary, shivering, flushed, his joints and muscles aching, his eyes bloodshot and frightened. Hermione made sure he had the best of care, and stayed with him day and night. He's improving, they said. Get some rest, Mistress Snape, they said. No doubt he will be better tomorrow, they said.
We don't know what happened, they said.
Every moment without him was torture. How had she lived for the first twenty-six years without him? He was the rest of her. Of course she could live without him. Why the hell would she want to?
He was getting better.
He was gone forever.
She would be with him soon. She promised herself. She would be with her Black-Eyed Angel soon…
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42 Reviews | 7.36/10 Average
I hate you for this fic. I almost cried at least three times. You are the worst.
Response from Toby Addison (Reviewer)
No no, I'm sorry! I have a weird sense of humor. I actually really loved the fic, I was just upset in a few parts. I meant to put in a note that that was my strange brand of sarcasm, but I forgot to D:
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
I'm sorry you didn't enjoy the story. But thank you for your comment.
loved it thank u for a story that wasnt 1.3 million chapters long but just long enough for a mom of 5 to get thru in a night..hugs and chocolates
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL Wow, I bow to you, Mum! I'm glad I can give you an enjoyable moment or two. I usually don't do huge fics. I do have one long one that I've just started archiving here at TPP, but I'm pretty much happy with ten chapters or less - and I really appreciate your comments. Thank you!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL Wow, I bow to you, Mum! I'm glad I can give you an enjoyable moment or two. I usually don't do huge fics. I do have one long one that I've just started archiving here at TPP, but I'm pretty much happy with ten chapters or less - and I really appreciate your comments. Thank you!
I love how we have come full circle here. They raised a fabulous son who is going to share his greatness with his Lily Potter. A happy ending for everyone. As long as Cobel doesn't ever find out that his parents probably had a wilder time than he did on his wedding night, lol. This wrapped up very nicely.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much for your lovely comments throughout the story. In my early days of writing fanfiction, the Muse totally held sway, and to this day, there are moments of this fic I honestly don't remember writing, because I was just taking his dictation. I'm glad you enjoyed it, and I appreciate your comments all along the way.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much for your lovely comments throughout the story. In my early days of writing fanfiction, the Muse totally held sway, and to this day, there are moments of this fic I honestly don't remember writing, because I was just taking his dictation. I'm glad you enjoyed it, and I appreciate your comments all along the way.
Well, that was unexpected. And frightening. But at the end, there remains hope. I think ...
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
:)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
:)
Oh goodness, what is going on here at the end? Although it is hard to care, because my blood is boiling from the rest of the chapter. You are so good at making that happen, you know?
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you!!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you!!
Yowza! *fans self* I love how the chapter starts out sweet and timid, and turns all raging desire by the end. Yes, Severus, your first time should be proper and respectful, in a bed. After that, I'm going to say the wall is perfectly fine. Better than fine, actually. ;)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL I'm glad you enjoyed it. I think you may enjoy the next one very much ;)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL I'm glad you enjoyed it. I think you may enjoy the next one very much ;)
There is something really sweet and special about their relationship here. They are very much in character, but they are not the extremes we sometimes see. I do hope their late night meeting goes well. We know they end up together, so it can't be too disastrous, right?
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you - I wanted to show that, as time passed and the world changed, they changed with it.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you - I wanted to show that, as time passed and the world changed, they changed with it.
Loved the story and how you went from present to past. Very well done. Nice to read a story that had twists and turns I didn't see coming. Glad it had a happy ending though you had me worried for our heroes.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much for reading! I'm really glad you enjoyed it.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much for reading! I'm really glad you enjoyed it.
I love that he sings his song only for the most important women in his life. What a very lucky girl she is!I can tell this is early writing from you, because your voice has matured and you've completely mastered the art since. But, your early stuff is light years ahead of many writers best work, and there is something that is intrinsicly you, even at this point. Lovely story, so far.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so very much. That is music to my ears. I feel that fanfiction has helped me grow so much as a writer - which is why I'm doing a major re-write of Her Minder, my original novel. I realised after starting its sequel that my 'voice' had changed, and Her Minder needed to change with it. It's been hard but it was the right decision. It's lovely to hear this from someone who has read a lot of my stories - thank you so much for being so encouraging.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so very much. That is music to my ears. I feel that fanfiction has helped me grow so much as a writer - which is why I'm doing a major re-write of Her Minder, my original novel. I realised after starting its sequel that my 'voice' had changed, and Her Minder needed to change with it. It's been hard but it was the right decision. It's lovely to hear this from someone who has read a lot of my stories - thank you so much for being so encouraging.
Rarely do these two see eye to eye and have a pleasant encounter their first time together. I like it. It seems just like him to call it a night because he was getting too comfortable. I hope that it continues. Perhaps they'll get to the strip tease and the blow job faster than usual. ;)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
I've always enjoyed them pulling together against a common adversary - I mean, in real life, you normally either hit it off or you don't! ;)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
I've always enjoyed them pulling together against a common adversary - I mean, in real life, you normally either hit it off or you don't! ;)
Oh dear. I've often wondered how one moves on after losing their spouse. I hope to never find out *shudder*. Poor dear.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
It is really too horrible to contemplate, and was very difficult to write. Thank you for your appreciation.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
It is really too horrible to contemplate, and was very difficult to write. Thank you for your appreciation.
HEA....I feel...cheated... LOLYou really can write glorious angst,
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL It's fun to write angst, but it's even more fun to resolve it to HEA - especially in a longer fic. I don't mind making them miserable in a shorter one ;)
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL It's fun to write angst, but it's even more fun to resolve it to HEA - especially in a longer fic. I don't mind making them miserable in a shorter one ;)
Now that's some angst!
Lovely, heart breaking angst!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thanks! I love making you miserable!!
Response from droxy (Reviewer)
Angst and grief are my chocolate.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thanks! I love making you miserable!!
Response from droxy (Reviewer)
Angst and grief are my chocolate.
He is both so alfpah and then totally shy, a bipolar swing of opposits emotions. Damn nice lemons!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
I was certainly trying to find my feet with him on this fic - I loved the assertive, Dominant lover, but I love that vulnerable side too - who says you can't have it both ways! Thanks, Droxy!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
I was certainly trying to find my feet with him on this fic - I loved the assertive, Dominant lover, but I love that vulnerable side too - who says you can't have it both ways! Thanks, Droxy!
. "But I'm a coward, you see." His eyes were intense. "This isn't some game, is it…Hermione?"--- I melt. Awe that's so damn romantic. Le sigh.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
I'm getting such a buzz from you enjoying this - I had no idea you hadn't read it!
Response from droxy (Reviewer)
cosplay, work, modding, and photo management eat nto reading time. I dont nearly read as much fanfic as I did before year 2008. So there is plenty of fic I havent read. Soif SS/Hg really does slow to a crawl- I have tons of fic I can read. There are novels and novels of fic I havent read. I am not really a fast reader. Pluse we got exchange going on-that's usually my read fest for the year outside of drabbles.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Well, brace yourself. I'm getting ready to upload my monster epic Lay Me Low here, and I'm almost finished with it. You'll recall that little dragon as being in it's first couple of chapters when you first one my TPP auction. Yes, it's still going, but I'm nearly done. I'm currently working on the next chapter. Hopefully it will be done this month.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
I'm getting such a buzz from you enjoying this - I had no idea you hadn't read it!
Response from droxy (Reviewer)
cosplay, work, modding, and photo management eat nto reading time. I dont nearly read as much fanfic as I did before year 2008. So there is plenty of fic I havent read. Soif SS/Hg really does slow to a crawl- I have tons of fic I can read. There are novels and novels of fic I havent read. I am not really a fast reader. Pluse we got exchange going on-that's usually my read fest for the year outside of drabbles.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Well, brace yourself. I'm getting ready to upload my monster epic Lay Me Low here, and I'm almost finished with it. You'll recall that little dragon as being in it's first couple of chapters when you first one my TPP auction. Yes, it's still going, but I'm nearly done. I'm currently working on the next chapter. Hopefully it will be done this month.
I am enjoying your early voice sluttery...So lovely...-sighs-
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
This is the first SSHG fic I wrote with real voice sluttery. I think I had him say everything I'd ever wanted to hear! LOL
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
This is the first SSHG fic I wrote with real voice sluttery. I think I had him say everything I'd ever wanted to hear! LOL
this is just lovely. Not sure why you are wibbling over writing in this.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Well, it seems like a very long time ago that I wrote this, and it was pre-stgulik, so it could have probably benefitted from her good advice. But I'm thrilled to pieces you are enjoying it!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Well, it seems like a very long time ago that I wrote this, and it was pre-stgulik, so it could have probably benefitted from her good advice. But I'm thrilled to pieces you are enjoying it!
Ok- this is sublime angst. 
Lovely lovely angst...You've been holdin' out....
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL - Never, dear Droxy! This is an oldie - it's been around for a long time! I'm glad you like it.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL - Never, dear Droxy! This is an oldie - it's been around for a long time! I'm glad you like it.
Here's a word BRAVO! Can't wait for your next story.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much - that's a great word! I hope you will continue to enjoy my stories.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much - that's a great word! I hope you will continue to enjoy my stories.
What a wonderful story! Each story you write feels like your best ever to this reader! Can't wait to see what story you have up for us next!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I appreciate it so much. I hope I can continue to please you.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I appreciate it so much. I hope I can continue to please you.
WOW. The emotion, I just don't have the words. How about one of these? 
or this one you know this one is just as appropriate. 
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Wow! I'll be perfectly happy with any of those! LOL Thank you so much. I really appreciate your kind words and emoticons. I'll put up the Epilogue tonight.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Wow! I'll be perfectly happy with any of those! LOL Thank you so much. I really appreciate your kind words and emoticons. I'll put up the Epilogue tonight.
Severus Snape is a tease.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL That he is!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
LOL That he is!
Beautiful story. I can hardly wait to read the next chapter. I am enjoying their tenderness and the aching loss you so articulately describe. Always enjoy reading your stories, but this story's poignant beauty has captured my attention.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much for your kind comments! I hope you will enjoy the remainder of the story.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you so much for your kind comments! I hope you will enjoy the remainder of the story.
Alan Rickman playing the role of Severus was perfect,even when Alan thickened a little in the last three movies. His voice is the stuff of legends and I never grow tired of hearing him speak9or sing).This story was wonderful, if only we could persuade Mr. Rickman to actually sing the beautiful lyrics in the story. The song Severus "made up" are those your words? Cause if they are you could have a secondary career as a songwriter! Well done! hugs~dee
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you sweetie! As a matter of fact, I do have a secondary career as a songwriter. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, and those are real songs, both the Black-Eyed Angel's song and the lullaby. I belong to a Songwriter's Guild, and I have been fortunate to win awards for my songwriting there.I do love AR's incredible voice. A friend gave me his audiobook version of Thomas Hardy's Return of the Native. I listen to it, and although I love it, I actually don't really know what's going on - I'm too busy loving his voice!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you sweetie! As a matter of fact, I do have a secondary career as a songwriter. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, and those are real songs, both the Black-Eyed Angel's song and the lullaby. I belong to a Songwriter's Guild, and I have been fortunate to win awards for my songwriting there.I do love AR's incredible voice. A friend gave me his audiobook version of Thomas Hardy's Return of the Native. I listen to it, and although I love it, I actually don't really know what's going on - I'm too busy loving his voice!
Well done. I do so love a happy ending and this one was doubly happy.
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Response from TeddyRadiator (Author of The Black-Eyed Angel)
Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!