"I hope you’ll forgive me if I find the sentiment overrated," he responded blandly. "And the only way George or Fred Weasley would have the attention span to keep adequate watch over Miss Granger’s safety is if she periodically emitted sparks, smoke and whistling wheezes from every orifice of her body!" OHO TOO FUNNY! *This is VERY good. Ive been waiting for it to be finished forever! You have done very well keeping the characters, um, in character!

I saw it in a book.You're serious, aren't you? ..."But you're so good at it," she said meekly. "And you've been doing it for such a very long time—" "Miss Granger!" That is so so funny......"In the book it said that you would like it."You ARE bloody serious... ...I think you need to elaborate, Miss Granger.Thanks Sev, me too.They have to lie there and know that you're not. You're not alone. " Overcome with the realisation of it, she breathed, "We're not alone."Aaaah... i see. Now isn't that the sweetest thing...? ...It was unacceptable for word to get back to Slytherin parents that he and his wife were even friendly, much less affectionate.But that is SUCH a pity. I'd love to see their open mouths... ... But the Dark Lord still prefers the children of Slytherin families to remain here.Mhm. The DARK LORD. That's rather interesting, but I suppose you were just tired of saying 'You-Know-Who' rather than Minerva being......Severus fought fiercely for your ability to stay in classes and continue your studies all the way through your N.E.W.T.s.He's so very protective... *sigh*... Severus will not be happy about this.No, I don't think so either... ...She looked out, but he could see by the sheen in her eyes that she most likely couldn't see.Oh oh oh, but I do!!! She can watch!!! She can watch out for him!!!...The carpets and brocade were a satisfying green and she was ready to leave. He couldn't wait to see Minerva's face.You really have a profound need to make me laugh out loud - and if it's the last three lines! Well, gotten quite long this review, hasn't it...?But it helped take my mind off difficult times... Thanks for that!See you at the next chappy,Severa

So sad to see it end, but what an ending it was.  I absolutely loved this fic and can only hope that they have an amazing future ahead of them.  Wonderful storytelling, thank you.

OMG! OMG! OMG! What a dramatic chapter. As I'm rereading this entire fic, I don't think it is a spoiler to say - Severus is certainly going to question the wisdom of pushing Hermione through the floo into the Room of Requirement first - I'm not familiar with Wincester Cathedral, or it's flooded crypt. I have had the pleasure of visiting Westminister Abbey a couple of times in my life. So when you mentioned the tomb of Jane Austin, I pictured something similar. I loved the descriptions of what everyone was wearing and how Hermione choose Hagrid as a witness. Your details of the duel ceremony and the magical silver ribbons give the reader such a strong visual picture.

I felt so bad for them both with the dreadful, painful consummation. What terrible circumstances they were in. Certainly not the best way to start that part of the relationship.   

This is an emotionally charged chapter. It is a definite break from the tone of the first chapters, and shows Hermione learning that there are repercussions from her actions that she did not consider. It is a bit amusing to see Hermione learn that Prof. McGonagall's strong reaction might be more out of concern for adding to Prof. Snape's burden rather than for Hermione's safety.Then we experience the first really intense exchange between the Professor and Ms. Granger. Your visceral description of Severus' rage on return to his room is palpable. We also see a flicker of triumph beneath the rage, which presents a mystery at this time. Hermione's prim, self-assured retort that if she wanted to break into the Professor's office she would have is spot-on in character.Yet it is the next piece that drives this chapter for me. When Snape strikes, pinning Hermione with her hair and giving her those aggressive kisses, she gets her first taste of his passion. You really did a fabulous job describing Hermione's confusion and our first glimpse of the heavenly 'angel white skin' which mesmerizes her. I was glad that Snape did not press her any further and urged her to leave and let them resume to 'behave as adults' the next day. To bad Minerva had other ideas!

67? Holy crap.... holy crap... evil test!And what is the sentient castle doing, hmm?

wow...just wow!  that's our hermione!  superlative update.  thanks so much

Eeeeek! I don't know whether to laugh or cringe at poor Hermione's exam flailings - as if she'd fail, indeed. The poor girl. The poor, silly, competitive, girl. :-DAnd just what is that castle up to?! Severus better have some decent child-delivering skills!

That's gotta suck. Poor Hermione worked herself into a state because she didn't know about the test. Then to go into labor, and Severus can't get out. I'm looking forward to the next chapter.

Hermione working to finish her exams - all the questions  - on an extendable test, because she'd thought she'd fail if seh didn't?    I really hope that Harry's outbrust, side-trip and confession helps them both heal. Its time to heal.And WTF the castle locked them in? So she can die from complications and get no professonal help?

Whan I saw this would be set in June I immediatly thought that she was close to heve her baby. I'm so excited about it. I can't wait to see Severus delivering his own son. Surely that will help him realise the miracle of life that's going to happen. *grin*

They have to deliver the baby themselves!?  I look forward to reading that.

I must say its all go! And bless Draco. I loved how they showed affection for each other in front of everyone.

LOL I swear Hermione is obsessive-compulsive! Great chapter!

Missy

Poor Hermione, I think she is having difficulties with all the hormone related emotions in pregnancy.  I am also wondering if she will be able to get medical help.

Oh, excellent! I'm trusting Hermione's plan will indeed work - and the Wizengamot will see the truth of what the law really means for people's lives, even if I suppose it'll take some convincing. (And turning to the Americans seems to make a lot of sense - they're certainly completely neutral, while I'd imagine perhaps a bit more modern and less keen on arranged marriages and such traditions that people in some other areas would see as perfectly fine.)It's really good to see those glimpses of normality in Severus's and Hermione's lives, too, and to see just how much Severus worries and cares for her.

Wonderful, wonderful fic! I laughed and cried and smiled the whole time! Truly an excellent job!

Missy

I really love the banners. It's so cute reading about Severus trying to help Hermione trough her pregnancy, and his little worry abou ther sleeoing patters, what she'd given up for having his child. LOL So like some dads I know.It was interesting that Hermione turned to American guys to confirm her results, but so understandable. I hope that the Marriage Law is beaten for good now. Totally love this story! It's a Hall of Fame one if ever!

Maybe if she used the words 'our son' she might have persuaded him to accept it? While Severus blames himself for nearly everything (silly man), I do wish Hermione would realise she is having a son too as well as Severus. Lovely update.

i must say that i really love this story.  can't wait to read more!

I love the scene where he' s trying to bring her to Poppy. It's absolutely fantastic. I'm also glad that she's going to make that stupid Law being revoked. I'm just surprised about the Vector thing. She was very hard on Hermione during the firsk weeks after her Marriage and now she's helping her? I suppose the end of the war calmed her down.

Your writing style is so much more about emotions than events. I get lost in the moment that is your story. I live it right along with the characters, not as if I am watching them, but I AM them, I feel their feelings. It is amazing how you do this with such a sparce economey of words.I did find a typo about half-way through the chapter. She had just talked him out of carrying her to Poppy. He lowered her gently back to the bed, and she felt the relief mixed with regret as the felt him pulling away. She clutched his arm and held him close.I'm guessing that the underlined word should be "she."Hope you don't mind me pointing this out. I dare say that even though several pair of eyes look at my stories before they get posted, errors still sneek through the scrutiny.I look forward to your next installment as always.

Very well written.  I can't wait to see what happens next.

that's   our hermione!  but when will poor severus stop blaming himself for everything.  wonderful update.  thanks so much

Silly Severus. Although I suppose I can't blame him too much for being so insecure about the baby. But still! Men. Severuses, in particular.George's idea of that being Fred is scary, though. ;-)Lovely chapter. Somehow it seems that this, more than anything before, really hints at there being a true possibility of a real, happy, contented future for those two (or three, rather). A new real chance at life and all that.~Kribu