19th of August 1998
Chapter 2 of 23
PyttanEnding up as one of the more prominent portraits at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is a dull thing indeed, for a former double-spy. But there are ways to amuse oneself when boredom gets the better of you.
Reviewed2. 19th of August 1998
Headmistress McGonagall looked up from the copy of Hogwarts: A History that lay open on the desk in front of her. Her gaze slid from one painting of a former Headmaster to the next; some snoozing in their frames, and others, like Professor Dumbledore, awake and very interested in the proceedings. Her gaze slid over Harry and Ron too and then came to a stop when she reached Hermione.
"It's an interesting theory. Well worth pursuing, I would think."
"And I think not." The cold, clear voice wasn't hard to recognise since it was the portrait of Phineas Nigellus Black speaking. "Whether the children's theory is correct or not has yet to be proven. Nevertheless, you should take into account, Headmistress, the wishes of Headmaster Snape. No matter how dearly I would appreciate the company of another Slytherin, an intelligent conversationalist ..." Phineas Nigellus Black made a dismissive gesture towards the assembled portraits in the room and gave the picture of Professor Dumbledore a vicious glare, "I'm still of the firm opinion that it's the Headmaster's prerogative to choose the location of his own portrait. And also if he wishes to let the world know about its location." He finished the statement with another quelling look in Professor Dumbledore's direction.
Hermione wanted to jump up and down with glee. This time it would have served Phineas Nigellus Black much better to have kept quiet or to feign sleep, because he had just given away the fact that there was a portrait of Professor Snape to be found. And better yet, so did Professor Dumbledore, whose eyes were twinkling at her. In addition to the twinkle, he was also smiling at her and winking over the rim of his glasses.
Harry spoke first.
"Professor Dumbledore, you were the one who helped Professor Snape with the arrangements concerning his portrait."
"Indeed I was. I do think he chose to place it very well too, considering his special requirements."
A hissing sound came from Headmaster Black's painting.
"You are not suppose to tell them, Albus."
"Tell them what, Phineas? I haven't told them anything they didn't already know." Dumbledore smiled his benign smile again and twinkled at Headmaster Black. Black however, didn't twinkle at all, and was now reminding Hermione of Sirius at his scruffiest and most insane. She couldn't help wondering if duels were possible in magical paintings. They probably were.
Painted carnage was not an attractive idea.
"So, where did Snape put his?" asked Ron. Hermione felt like hitting him on the back of his head with something hard. Subtle they were not, the Weasley clan.
"I'm afraid I'm not allowed to divulge the whereabouts of Severus' painting. He made me promise," said Dumbledore.
"He didn't like to teach, he didn't like kids, and he wasn't too fond of people..." Harry's voice trailed off.
"What about friends? Someone that wouldn't let the location slip, that we could ask?" said Ron.
"No use asking someone that won't give the location away," said Harry, still looking thoughtful.
Hermione tried to think of a plausible place where it might be. Then she realised that Headmistress McGonagall was staring at the wall beside Dumbledore's portrait, rather than at his portrait.
"Professor McGonagall?"
Professor McGonagall smiled, looking at peace in a way that Hermione had never seen before.
"We'll find it. I'll enlist the staff, and we'll start the search immediately."
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163 Reviews | 4.7/10 Average
what is demiguise miss hodgkins nick about? also you are a wonderful writer with genius moments!
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Thank you very much! I'm so glad you enjoyed the read.A demiguise is a creature that can makes itself invisible when frightened. It is also used as the symbol for number 0 in Ancient Runes. So, Severus is being very mean to poor Miss Hodkins. And than you again: nice reviews is what keeps me writing.
I hope he keesp his regrets to himself. It will do her no good to hear them. :)
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
He is a smart man our Severus ... at least for the most part, so I hope so too ... ;)
Well, it looks as if I called it -- unfortunately. While there could be a bright side to this -- i.e., Severus will finally have an opportunity to be with Hermione -- something tells me that he won't allow that to happen now because he blames himself for being unable to warn her in time. As I said before, can we at least hope that Winky will be brought to justice?
Death to Winky!!!
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
I always thought that Winky is one of the creepiest characters in the Potterverse, and to me ... well, she was the obvious choice in this case. By now you know how it ended, and I want to take the opportunity to thank you for following the story and all of your feedback and kind reviews. It means a lot and inspires to write more.
I do hope Hermione forgives Severus, he tried to warn her. What will happen to Winky, how is an insane house elf handled, and what of Rose and Hugo, How will they cope with their mothers death?
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
A lot of qustions which I can not answar I'm afrad. Thank you for reading and reviewing.
Poor Severus. He tried so hard. Severus isn't to blame, even though he thinks so. Yes, he was tempted to allow Hermione to be killed, but in the end he decided not to. That has to count for something. I don't think Hermione will blame him either. I just feel bad for her kids.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Well. You know now, since the last chapter is up. I felt it was difficult to answer your review as long as that last chapter was up. You'll get a bit more in your last review. Thank you for following my story and being generous with your reviews.
Uh oh. Amnesia isn't good! :0
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
No. Not all. Very bad. More to come ...
Oh well. The desicion is been taking away from him. Great update, thank you!
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Thank you for reading and reviewing. More to come ...
You do know how to keep a reader in suspense, don't you?. Poor Severus, I do hope he makes the right choice, for him and Hermione.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Thank you. That is such a lovely complment. Thank you for reading and reviewing.
Uhoh, amnesia is the WORST think for Severus to get. How is he supposed to help Hermione if he can't remember that she's in danger. I'm wondering if that's the whole "framing Hermione." I'm guess she does get killed by the psycho elf.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Very bad indeed. Hermione is under threat and there is really no one, at this point, that can help ... as far as your guess goes I really want you to keep reading so ... ;). Thank you for reading and reviewing!
Uhoh, amnesia is the WORST think for Severus to get. How is he supposed to help Hermione if he can't remember that she's in danger. I'm wondering if that's the whole "framing Hermione." I'm guess she does get killed by the psycho elf.
Oh, you dreadful tease -- not allowing Severus to remember what had upset him and prolonging the suspense that way, without offering us a single clue regarding whether Hermione will live or die! Grrrrrr...
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Thank you! I'm actually flattered to be called a tease ... And of course I can't clue you in. You might stop reading then. Thank you so much for reading and reviewing and I hope you will enjoy the rest of the story too.
Wow, forget crazy house elves offing each other, can paintings off each other? I'm pretty sure I've read part of this story before (on another board), but I can't wait to find out what happens. Will Severus allow her to be killed? Will Cadagan turpentine him before he cab warn her? Dun dun DUNN!
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Will Phineas fall in love with Hermione? Will Severus be mad with jealousy? Who will Hermione chose? Dun dun DUNN! Thank you for reading and reviewing.
Aww, poor Hermione. I'm one of those people who are firmly in denial that Snape's dead, so hopefully this is still a good story, even for me. I'll check it out and see where it goes!
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
I hope You'll like the rest of the story. Thank you for reading and giving my story a chance.
Oh, dear...something tells me that Severus is not going to be able to come to Hermione's rescue. The story warnings do include "character death" and "murder", after all...can we at least hope that Winky will be brought to justice?
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Ah. Weeeeell, I really can't say anything at tis point. Thank you for reading and reviewing. I'm glad to have you along.
Oh my, a passed out Severus and Hermione about to join him... it may not be too bad she is stubborn as a mule going down the hill.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Well ... you'll have to wait and see. Thank you for reading and reviewing.
Oh dear, it may have been taken out of Severus' hands.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Oh, I don't know ... Thank you for reading and reviewing. Glad to have you along.
Uh oh. It may be too late for his conscience to sort him out! :0
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
It might. It might not (Trying to keep you reading).
Someone give Winky a Butterbeer! She needs to chill! :)
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Poor Winky. I'm thinking knocking her out with a sturdy Fire Whisky might work really well too.
O_O Death by House Elf, oh my. Bad Hermione, bad. (and really creepy crazy House Elf talk you had going on there...)
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Thank you! I'm so glad you liked the House Elf talk! I worked really hard with that part.
Response from Phyllidia (Reviewer)
You succeeded. I'm still sort of creeped out by it.
Hmm, I not sure Hermione is right in this one. I hope she has done tons of research and has spoken to far more than Kreacher. Short but entertaining.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
She always does her research. And thank you so much. I'm glad you think so.
Well that certainly is convenient for Severus. All of the credit, none of the blame.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
IF ... things turn out that way ... Thank you for reading and reviewing.
Yikes. It doesn't look good for Hermione, does it?Thanks for posting!hm88
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
No, I suppose not ... thank you for reading.
Uh-oh. *Now* I understand your response to last chapter's review. Just how soon are you going to make Hermione a portrait???(Quickly moving to ch. 20!)hm88
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Can't answer that. Want To keep you reading ;)
Oh Severus. Don't be so selfish as to deny her a full life. But it seems it may be out of his hands...perhaps.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
Maybe it is, meybe it's not ... (trying to keep you reading my story here, did you notice?)
Draco had better watch his back, he knows Hermiones temper.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
He should, if he's wise. But will he be wise? Thank you for reading and reviewing. I'm glad you are still with me.
Response from Pyttan (Author of Framing Hermione)
He should, if he's wise. But will he be wise? Thank you for reading and reviewing. I'm glad you are still with me.