A Stroll Continued/Discussion
Chapter 5 of 10
peppermintcontinued strolling, double-entendre, and other delightful things...
ReviewedA/N: Rawther obviously, I don't own it. Also, since I seem to write these in pairs, that's how they'll be uploaded from now on. A little two-for-one, if you will.
A Stroll Continued
Hermione whirled about to ascertain if her dear mentor was indeed at rights. “Has it been too sunny, Headmistress? I didn’t think it would be too bright at this hour.”
“Ah,” interjected Severus, “but anywhere Miss Granger goes, the sun shines all the brighter!”
Hermione lifted her eyebrow just a bit at the professor. “You flatter me, Professor; but if the Headmistress isn’t well, we should perhaps retire to the castle for tea.”
“It’s good to see that one of you has retained your good sense in the midst of budding romance,” remarked Minerva dryly. “Yet, we shall keep walking.”
Discussion
The rest of the stroll passed uneventfully – Snape extolling Hermione’s virtues all the while under cover of a discreet muffliato.
Hermione sat on a fussy chair in the Headmistress’ quarters, pinky properly raised as she sipped her tea and nibbled at a biscuit. She could see the professor sneaking glances at her over the rim of her teacup and found it difficult to keep from blushing.
“There is a research project I am conducting that I think you might enjoy, Miss Granger.”
“Indeed, sir? Is there time yet this afternoon, or shall we arrange another meeting for such. . .academic pursuits?”
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Latest 25 Reviews for The Courting of Hermione
72 Reviews | 5.03/10 Average
As much as I love this story, I do have a nit to pick. Hermione's owl should probably be named something other than Camus (assuming that he's named after Albert Camus)...because Camus would not even be born until almost a century after the end of the Regency era.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
And? Do you feel better now? This isn't a review, it isn't even concrit. If you have a "nit to pick", it's considered polite and is mandated in TPP site guidelines to email the author instead. In any case, you're incorrect about the owl's name. Camus means "flat nosed" in Old French and is a reference to the flat faces of most owls.
This was a lovely jaunt through the regency era. I adored it all. I just love the random story button!! 
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
:D I find some of the best stories using the random button :D I'm so glad you liked it!
This was utterly adorable. I'm glad they spotlighted this on the SS/HG Quiz. I never would have known about it otherwise. Good show!
~arynwy
A lot ca happen in five minutes.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
I know! Even on the front porch!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
I know! Even on the front porch!
academic pursuits... sure
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Yes. Very uh, "academic". Quite the "learning experience".
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Yes. Very uh, "academic". Quite the "learning experience".
ROFL, Minerva as chaperone. Bummer!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
He thought he was being all kinds of sneaky :)
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
He thought he was being all kinds of sneaky :)
Snape of Snapington LOL
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
everybody loves Snape of Snapington.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
everybody loves Snape of Snapington.
Blatant impropriety... ooh, do go on!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Indeed~
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Indeed~
Your father and I have allowed you to be wilder than perhaps we ought, but a little decorum would do you a world of good right now.--Lol, that was a laugh! I know this is supposed to be in a more strict time, but I had to chuckle. Things are so different nowadays. Now the real negotiations begin!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Yep :D Thanks for reading!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Yep :D Thanks for reading!
Two sheep and wheel of cheese? I hope it was a good cheese...
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Only the best. Cheshire, probably. Yum!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Only the best. Cheshire, probably. Yum!
wow! that was fast! love these drabbles. thanks so much
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
You're very welcome, and thank YOU! Next chapter is in the queue :D
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
You're very welcome, and thank YOU! Next chapter is in the queue :D
That is what I love a Lord Snape who doesnt let his intended dangle on the vine!!! I am all sorts of curious about what sort of negotiations Hermione & Severus will engage in! Thank you for the rapid post! It is wonderful to have you back again.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Working on the negotiations currently, and the next chapter is in the queue as well.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Working on the negotiations currently, and the next chapter is in the queue as well.
ROFLMAO with this line "he’s probably sold me up the river for two sheep and a wheel of cheese by now" That is so funny. Thank you for brightening my day so much.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
I thought that was rather comedic myself! You're quite welcome! I'm glad I could brighten your day!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
I thought that was rather comedic myself! You're quite welcome! I'm glad I could brighten your day!
10 points to your house for a most excellent witchy name Illiana Puckle. I must tell you that I had a little fan girl squeeeeeeeee when Lord Snape told Hermione he meant to change his bachelor status! ((happy dance)) 
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Thanks! :D10 points to Slytherin, whoo hoo
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Thanks! :D10 points to Slytherin, whoo hoo
The writing to each other is very sweet.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
And very proper. Sending books back and forth is practically an open declcaration of "I want to shag you" for those two...
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
And very proper. Sending books back and forth is practically an open declcaration of "I want to shag you" for those two...
Ah, there's the Snape we know. Mind always on work.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Exactly :D
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Exactly :D
May I paw at you, madame? Hee hee!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Oh please do, LOL!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Oh please do, LOL!
That was a nice touch, having McGonagall reply.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Well, it'd hardly be proper for Ginny to chaperone them... and Minerva is such a good "straight man" for the comedy...
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Well, it'd hardly be proper for Ginny to chaperone them... and Minerva is such a good "straight man" for the comedy...
Snapington? OMG awesome 
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Everybody seems to love Lord Snape of Snapington, I apparently did well with that one.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Everybody seems to love Lord Snape of Snapington, I apparently did well with that one.
It's funny because I can really hear Emma Watson's inflections when I read this.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Hmm. I don't think I intended to write it that way, but looking at it, I can too.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Hmm. I don't think I intended to write it that way, but looking at it, I can too.
It's nice to have you back. And five drabbles in one go: it's heaven.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Gosh, thanks!!The next installment is in the queue and there's 3 in that one.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Gosh, thanks!!The next installment is in the queue and there's 3 in that one.
Lol, Minerva chaperoning over Ginny. Lol
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
GInny wouldn't be quite proper, and I do love Minerva and her dry wit.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
GInny wouldn't be quite proper, and I do love Minerva and her dry wit.
I rather enjoy that Severus told Hermione his intentions before owling her father. It shows his respect for the person who would ultimately be left with the decision.
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Severus may be many things, but he's not dumb! Thanks!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Severus may be many things, but he's not dumb! Thanks!
Camus? Nice touch for such a couple.
I started this, lost track of it, and now have caught back up. What fun! I'm going to bookmark it so I won't lose it again!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Sweet! Glad you're enjoying it!
Response from peppermint (Author of The Courting of Hermione)
Sweet! Glad you're enjoying it!