Firstly, I'd to apologise for reviewing so late, all of my bookmarked stories had been sent to my email, but no links were usable.  Now, of course this is fixed.I have to say this is a very enjoyable story, I feel sorry for the couples not being able to court, but admire the men for insisting that things are done right.  Single parent really do have it much harder than married parents, especially in unplaned teenage pregnancies.  Although I am not saying people in abusive or unhappy marriages have to stay together either.  I guess in a perfect world both parents should be together if it is a realistic possablity.  Children need the influence of their parents.  I also love how you are forshadowing the danger headding Ginny's way. I'm looking forward to seeing how that pans out.  Good luck with your story!

Blimey, can't they let it rest? Poor Ginny. And Draco will go totally mental. Wonder how Lucius will take it?

Great job. I love how feelings are building for both couples. I really loved the SS/HG scene. Can't wait for more.

Eeps!!!  I wonder how these two nasty Death Eaters view Lucius, and if they are friends with him.  Hmmm, can't guess who they are.  Thanks for giving our two fave couples a nice time, and please hurry with the next chapter!

Yup...Sheena Easton...from a James Bond movie at that.  It's a shame you couldn't have made more mention of spying in this chapter.  *giggle*

Waiting for more...Update soon, please! 

Hmm.. would like to see more soon.. and what the blue blazes is Lucius still around? I though he died in the final battle?

good story so far and i have noticed that all the chapter titles so far are song titles.  can't wait to see what hermione does with her newly known info.  i would have to agree that lucius is up to no good at all and is a big time trouble maker.  he'll get his in the end i'm sure.  i was also glad to see that draco didn't hurt ginny...would have been very bad of him if he had.  poor harry and ron .... losing their women LOL.

Glad to see an update so soon! (Never soon enough of course). Great job with Ron and Harry's reactions, realistic without making them seem immature. The wedding nite for both couples was well done.The part where Molly redid the spell behind their backs made me smile.

Wow, I just love it when I get introduced to new stories.  I found out about it through my email and decided to give it a whirl. Very interesting, its too bad Ginny pushed Draco away, but I'm sure she won't die from the curse Malfoy's tend to protect teir own! lol  I enjoyed this story very much and am very much looking forward to the next chapter!

I think Ginny needs some Calming draught and a good talking too.  Maybe her mum?  Or an older, more experienced witch.  She won't be doing much 'binding' with Draco at the rate she's going. lolHermione and Snape... feels like a cat and dog trying to understand each other, but they obviously are not talking the same language.  Mixed signals I think.Great chapter, looking forward to the next chapter.  Cheers!

Lovely!  I did enjoy all their interactions, quite believable from the strange situation they have been placed in.  Am enjoying this and am looking forward to where you will take our two couples!

Very different yet realistic responses here.  I feel sad for everyone here.  I can't wait for more!

This was a good chapter, very realistically done.  I like that this story doesn't try to make a serious situation into something fluffy or trivial.  Also, Ron and Harry's reactions were just what they should have been.  They see the necessity and want the girls to live--but can't be around it. One small thing though - I think spell-check failed you: in the sentance, "She pulled the covers up to her chin and made sure all of the candles and been distinguished."  I think you meant extinguished...Can't wait to read the next installment!

I am glad we are through the part where Ron & Harry get to rant and rave. They get the girls in canon, cant we just kill them off in fanfic? Seems like Ginny has some apologizing to do and Hermione and Snape have a misunderstanding. Oh the road to love is never easy. Sighs. More 80s music chapter titles please.

I'm happy that you're already done with chpater three, as I'm curious to know what the heck's happend since! LOL And sorry about missing those quotation marks, which I see someone's kindly pointed out to you publicly. Anyway, I adore this chapter, and you know my feelings on it already. Good work.

Having two couples experience the same situation simultaneously is a brilliant opportunity to explore different approaches to deal with it, as seen with Ginny and Hermione. It seems to come more naturally for the Snapes, whereas the road seems rather rocky for the Malfoys. It almost seemed as if Draco is a closet romantic. It isn't his first time, too, is it? I'm curious about the morning after for both couples.

Whew!  Quite the eventful chapter.  The emotions!!!  Lovingly presented though they may be, I sure am glad I'm not in the middle of it!! HAHA!  But reading it suffices very nicely. ^.~

This story is turning out beautifully. I loved the Ginny/Draco interaction. They seemed completely in character. Perfect. I feel bad for him, but its easy to understand her reservations about it.

Doesn't Hermione know guys always fall asleep after? lol. ;)

my only issue with this chappie is: “Yes,” Hermione answered. We’d like to see some wedding bands please.  The quote marks are missing in the last bit. Other than that tiny thing, its perfection on paper. well, not really paper. oh you know what i mean.

Draco added, “He’d planned to make some followers have children to build his armies. This was a way to ensure the women would go along with it—have a child to be raised in his service or die a horrid death.”Sorry, but one thought didn't leave me alone. Voldemort could never have used this curse to build his army. It can only be stopped by one single person, the soul mate. Well, what would have been the odds that this one person was a follower as well as a pureblood? Using this curse would either reduce his army by having the women die or having their precious bloodlines tainted.Oh well, I can ignore this. It is a nice premise for a story and I simply enjoy reading your stories. Therefore.... *impatiently waiting for more*

I liked the way you've described people's reactions. My, aren't those people gifted for angst?

I feel bad for Ron, but Harry's really being a self centered prat.  He should just suck it up and deal with the fact that Hermione is marrying Snape and that it doesn't really have anything to do with him.

Poor Draco and Ginny, coming at the marriage from opposite ends of the emotional/willingness spectrum and just not able to meet in the middle.  Severus and Hermione's issue seems to be a bit easier to resolve but let's see how long it takes them to actually talk about it. :) Looking forward to more.

What a great start!  I had not heard of this challenge and love the premise.  I liked the mixture of a scared Hermione vs. the one that talks back to Severus.  You did that really well.   Looking forward to an update!

I agree with SW69- this is a great start! I am looking forward to the next chapter. Very nice spell/ hex work.

This is both funny and sad given the situation. 

Loved it!  Can't wait for more.