Awesome fic. I was totally taken in by the twist if flitwick and mcgonnagal setting them up. Well written. Bravo 

Oh I haven´t had such good read in I don´t know how long. Thank you for your humor. Looking forward to getting my eyes on another of your brilliant dance of words!

Well, I'm worn out!  Probably not as worn out as Severus– the REAL Severus– was, but I'm exhausted just the same.  This chapter was so well choreographed, Teddy!  Just out of curiosity, how long did it take you to write these scenes?You're an amazing writer, and now I'm off to the Handfasting!  And I hope the Skeeter bint gets her wings clipped.  Big time!Beth

WTF?  What the hell just happened?  You have officially just shocked my socks off!  Gotta get to the next chapter.  Beth

As I read Skeeter's hissy fit when she realized that she was too late again, I could not stop laughing.  It's everything she deserves and nothing she didn't.  Damn that was funny!  I can't figure out just what she picked up on that Hermione said, but if her luck is holding true, she'll make an arse of herself once again... and be paying back lots of Galleons to somebody. 

The talk Rolanda had with Hermione was wonderful.  I like the way you've written Madam Hooch!

The sensation or vision Severus experienced while he was proctoring the O.W.L. Herbology exam was the same thing he and Hermione had experienced in Minerva's office during their Consecration and Blessing.  I think Cernunnos is trying to communicate with him.  To protect him... from Rita's machinations perhaps?

I adore the winks and looks he was getting from Filius and Madam Hooch. and I'm tickled that he didn't mind.  Speaking of tickled, I really happy for both of them that Severus found that loophole in the Witchhiker's Guide.  And he found Hermione two more chocolate biscuits!  *giggle*

Rita's lunch with Weasley was effin' hilarious!  "Sorry Rita, but as you know, I'm sort of already spoken for, sort of." He cast what he apparently thought was a smouldering glance. "However, if you're free this Wednesday—"  I have every expectation that this brilliant plan is going to go tits up faster than Hermione can cast a hex. 

I love it!!!Beth

"Cunning and art he did not lack, but aye, her whistle would fetch him back."  I would so love to hear Severus say these lines.  If I can't hear Severus, then Alan will do quite nicely.

This chapter is one of the best you've ever written, Teddy.  There is not one word too many, nor one word too few.  You painted such a vivid picture of the chase and the claiming that I shall hope for lovely dreams tonight.  I especially like the descriptions of when the magic and the ritual take part in their love making.  It's lyrical, it's poetic, it's down right bewitching!

I had to stop and catch my breath before I could write a word of comment.  Great writing!!!

Beth

OMG. I love the way Argus took to Minerva's invitation to be part of the ritual– and the way he told the Skeeter bint not to be surprised when the rules change tickled me no end.   Mr Filch is awesome!  (I hope I don't regret saying that.)

It was nice to see Harry, and they way he and Severus got along was neat.  I wonder what sort of "advice of no consequence" he gave Harry. 

The chase was positively thrilling!  I had as much fun reading as they did chasing, and toward the end when Hermione spun right into Severus' arms all I could think about was that I'd love to see his face when he claims the red scarf and beholds her in her peacock blue bra, knickers, suspenders and stockings.

Uhhhh, I gotta go.  I'm off to the next chapter.

Beth

All I have to say is, "YEAH!  Right on everything!"This chapter is probably my favorite so far.  All of the nervousness, worrying, and being afraid of what might happen was worth it for both of them.  I think having had so much intimate contact and both of them feeling so attracted to each other made fertile groundfor some misunderstanding.  But thank the gods that Severus found the guts to follow Hermione back to her rooms and insist that they talk about what was happening between them.Severus' explanation of what happened between him and Lily (and between Lily and every other male with a willing dick) is likely the best I've ever read. My compliments! (But Slughorn and Pettigrew? *gag*)And what's all this business with Filch? My money is on him taking his orders from Minerva. And would I be right to be suspicious about Filch's need to start with the doxy bombs a bit early?   And I hope Skeeter gets suckered again on the "chasing in the field" fun.Nicely done, m'dear.Beth

There are soooo many things in this chapter that I absolutely love!  •washing todgers•soaping up willies•Hermione in full lecture mode while being completely in her cups as well•'Save a broom, Ride a Hooch'

I love the way you've written the Women of Hogwarts as they enjoy the water and the wine.  The characterizations are spot on, and I love how they rallied round our Hermione when she confessed her love for Severus and her fear of competing with the memory of Lily Potter.  All of those lovely witches gave Hermione the straight of all that "Lily" stuff, and I think she's primed for her part in the Room of Requirement.  YAY!!!!

Severus' experiences before Hermione arrived had me laughing one minute, and saying "don't' leave, please don't leave" the next.  I was secretly glad that Severus ran out of mead.  There's no telling what he could have gotten himself into if he'd had more.  LOL!

This had me cackling:Severus looked down at his ropy, skinny body, his knobbly knees, his general unattractiveness, and made a decidedly human sound of defeat. Out loud he intoned, "By night he's the wild wind's rider, the Lord of the Shades. By day he's the King of the Woodland, the dweller in green forest glades." He groaned. "And by the time this sodding ritual is done, he's going to be the laughingstock of Wizarding England, bar none."

When Severus saw his little green snake and his doe, it made me happy for him that he could now embrace those totems as of-himself and not someone else's idea of what they thought he was or ought to be. 

In thinking about Hermione and their last time in the Room of Requirement, he finally arrived at new appreciation for the lovely professor:  "He thought he might have fallen in love with her."

And in closing I would like to say that I love Mr Filch and Sadie... and I hope that Skeeter bint gets what she deserves. 

Beth

OH, but that was erotic...  I am so jealous of Hermione Granger right now, but I'm also supremely happy for her and Severus.  (That man is sex on legs.)  I think these two should practice more and more, don't you?  And Rita is such a nasty piece o' work.  I hope Filch is only playing like wants to help her infiltrate Hogwarts for the purpose of trapping her her beetle-arsed-self in jar... or better still, using her for potions ingredients.I'd just like to close by telling you how much I love your writing. Beth

Wow!  The Consecration and Blessing took my breath away.  Realizing that they had literally been touched by the God and Goddess must have been both humbling and invigorating– a life altering event.  I was moved by the beautiful things Magister Honeyclutch said to Severus.  It was just the vindication and validation our Severus needed to hear:  "You are the perfect embodiment of the High Priest. A wizard who has seen both the light and the dark, and has given his all to protect those he loves. It is enough to try," he added, as Severus tried to interrupt. "It was enough that you tried."And I can state with a full and light heart, my friend Severus: I'd rather have you presiding' over this ritual as its High Priest than any other wizard in the world."And the scene you wrote of what each of them experienced and the physical effects that were apparent to everyone was filled with magic and rebirth and everything Beltane symbolizes.I wonder if either of them will one day be able to recall the actual events that had take place. What a great chapter, Teddy!!!~hugs you~Beth

"It is said that a child conceived on this day will grow up to wield great power and knowledge and to be healthier than upon any other."  OMG, dare I hope this means what I think it means?Minerva and Filius are to be congratulated for their cunning pre-announcement preparations.  "...what happens on the fourth floor stays on the fourth floor."   My favorite part of this chapter is when Hermione finds out that she will be expected to dance skyclad.  Severus enjoyed himself too much with that little bit of observation.  I can't wait for all this fun to begin. Bring on the Room of Requirement!Beth

She was what his dignified Slytherin seventh years would call a crazymaker.  I love Severus' description here.When it comes to announcing things that make it difficult if not impossible to resist, Dumbledore's had nothing on Minerva.  That was as brilliant a "now, this is how it's gonna be" as I've ever read.  Can't do much anarchy-planning in ten minutes.I'm grinning and laughing my arse off!  Well done.  Beth

Amazing story! Keep up the great work!

Incredibe story. Seriously. It was beautiful and so full of energy! I usually stay away from stories full of elements and rituals, but this was so well done and well researched. Fantastic work, and the imagery was so vivid. Damn, this was just awesome all around. Congratulations on a job well done.

Wonderful story loved the quotes and the definitions at the end!!!

So sorry Teddy for the slow response!! Love Ron in this chapter..sorta thought that Hermione might finally squash Rita,but no off to Azkaban she goes!! Great chapter!!

Boy, you're just knocking them out of the park with this one, aren't you?  I can't even come up with any words to do this chapter justice.  Just know I thought it was beautiful, and sexy, and sweet, and honest, and just plain yummy.  I love how this ritual is not technically making them feel or do things, but it is causing such unfettered actions because it is enhancing the feelings that were already there.  It was such a lovely moment for those two that it will make my skin crawl if I find that Rita was there.

My lack of review for the last chapter is only reflective of my busy schedule.  As for this one, I find myself getting excited for the real ritual.  She sounds uncertain of what will happen that night (as if there is any doubt, lol).  I love how playful and youthful the chase felt, yet so sexy and primal.  Can't wait to read more!

Love, love, love Hermione and her girlfriends!  And Filch ... Any chance leading Rita down the wrong path is part of his job as school security?  I hope so!  Well, good things are comng, so off I go ...

Rita is so much fun to hate, you know?  You'd think she'd have learned her lesson about messing with Hermione.  But she'll get what's coming to her.  Of that I have no doubt.  And the ritual ... *melts into a big messy pudfle*.  I love your ability to write super hot explicit sex, but then also write scenes like this one where nothing much happens from a sexual standpoint, but they are oozing sensuality and pure primal desire.  I can almost feel it in the air, and I am a million miles from Hogwarts.  Geez, Teddy, I forgot how wowed I am by you each and every time!

"It was up to her to make sure those two didn't do something stupid, like miss this opportunity to fall in love."  I love this line!  Because these two intelligent people really are stupid about love.  I think Severus and Hermione are in way over their heads in the most wonderful of ways.  I can't wait to see what happens from here!

Plotting a against Severus and Hermione seems to come so easily to Minerva and Filius.  Wait, did I say against?  I definitely meant plotting FOR them.  Sorry, I tripped over that fine line, lol.   Rita is a nasty piece of work, as always.  I love the banter at the end between Severus and Hermione!  Course, if the broadcast adds a stone EVERYWHERE, Severus just might redeem himself with the ladies at home, despite what Rita says. ;)

Sorry, these may be subpar reviews since I'm short on time and reading by phone, but it has nothing to do with how much I am enjoyng the story.  And I am.  This bubbly, happy Hermione is well within character, but a little different from what we normally see.  And Severus too, is a milder version of himself which is kind of nice.  We'll see if those things stick after the staff meetng.  :). The funniest thing, though, is how despite the fact that 90% of the planet's fan girls want Hermione to throw Ron over for Snape, it is Snape himself who says he thought they'd do fine as a couple.  The irony of it really made me laugh.

When I see things like Beltane as a subject, I usually run the other way.  But you haven't missed yet, so I'll give it a go.  I haven't read in forever, and now that I find myself with a few minutes to spare, I can't thnk of anyone with which I'd rather spend it.  Very intriguing start!  Off to find out more.  Poor Severus! :(