Epilogue
Chapter 12 of 12
livvy6What does the future hold for Septimus and Lily? Will he learn from his father's mistakes?
ReviewedA/N: I have been so touched by all the wonderful reviews I've received. I am so glad you all have loved Severus and Diana as much as I loved writing about them. Thanks again and baskets of Godiva chocolate for my brilliant beta, MadBrilliant!
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It was Septimus’ sixth year when Lily started attending Hogwarts. She was so happy to be near him, and he was beyond thrilled but was at a loss with his feelings. He knew—he always knew Lily would be the only one, but he was too old, and she was too young. She wouldn’t understand his feelings and it would be inappropriate to tell her. He was her hero, her pet. He indulged her every whim, but was harsh when she was unruly. He went into his final year saddened at the loss he would have to feel.
After the end of the ceremony, he took a walk with his father around the lake.
“Father, she’ll forget me. She’ll get older, and I won’t be here. She’ll find another bloke—when she starts to notice them—and won’t think of me ever again!” he said dejectedly.
“You don’t know what the future will hold for you, Septimus. If you are to be with her, it will be,” Severus assured him.
“It’s just not right!" he yelled in frustration. "I have given so much over to her. She’s mine! I know it! Why can’t I just tell her not to bother with any others, that she belongs with me! And when she’s old enough, it will be me she’ll marry!”
Severus put his arm around his son, which wasn't easy since his son was almost as tall as he was now! Severus could see the same fear in his son’s face as he had seen in his own. He thought it might be a good time as any to tell his immature son about another Lily from his own life. Maybe, if he were wise enough, he would learn….
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Septimus and Lily married straight after her graduation from Hogwarts. He had gone on to an apprenticeship in Potions and had just taken over his father’s old position as Potions master upon completion of his apprenticeship. Harry Potter’s toast to Baby Septimus all those years ago had become a reality. Septimus Snape would continue to hold the standard of striking fear into the hearts of any dunderheads that might cross his wake. Although Lily had dated “another bloke” briefly during her fifth year, during which time Diana and Severus seriously worried over their son’s sanity, he was able to contain himself and take his father’s advice to “let her be!” When she came to Septimus, broken-hearted over her boyfriend’s deception of cheating on her with another witch, he confessed his love for her and told her he would wait forever for her. The fifteen-year-old girl was so touched by his feelings for her that she agreed to wait with him. Then, during her seventh year, they officially made their engagement known. Severus and Diana were greatly relieved.
Now, Septimus had grown up to be the exact image of his father, physically and in personality, much to Harry’s horror. What was equally disturbing was that his precious daughter, Lily, had chosen such a man to marry! But Ginny said, “Remember dear, she was sorted into Slytherin.” Harry just closed his eyes and shook his head. And to think he had thought that day was the worst day of his life!
During the reception, Severus took the opportunity to speak with his son about the importance of respect and individuality in marriage. He urged his son to remember his wife was more than just a wife, she was a person who had dreams, hopes, and feelings that were different from his own. She was not put on this earth to be his wife only. He admitted to his son that he had made that terrible error with his mother and almost lost them both because of his own fears and insecurities. It was an enlightening conversation for young Septimus. He had deep and intense feelings for his Lily and felt very territorial towards her. Severus reminded his son that she had already chosen him. He didn’t have to worry anymore. They were married. Father and son felt satisfied about their conversation, and Severus felt he could now release his only son into the world to make of it what he could.
Now Snape, who had indeed grown and changed as a person in so many ways, still could not help himself and got a vindictive jab at Potter about his daughter becoming “Lily Snape.” While wands were being drawn and hexes threatened, Snape laughed while Diana shook her head. Oh, she wasn’t shocked. She knew the man she had chosen. And you can’t change snarky. Some things never change.
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Latest 25 Reviews for Possession
71 Reviews | 8.45/10 Average
This story needs waaaay more reviews. The awesomeness of it.
This was a really great story. So captured Snape's possesive personality! Thanks for sharing your work
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
I am so glad you enjoyed the story! Thank you for reviewing!Livvy
Really enjoyed this, lovely snarky Snapeness.A fluffy-fic,but pretty much canon for the characters.Diana was a brilliant invention...even her family tree was cool and acceptable to SS.I would have expected a bit more about his family and past, but maybe that would have interferred too much?Great!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you, I thought about going into Severus' family history, there has been a lot of discussion about that, but I wanted the story to focus on Severus and Diana and his possessiveness, which really could only be brought to a head by having Diana a part of the Black Family, thus tying in Sirius. Sirius Black to Severus Snape is like waving a red flag in front of a bull so I knew it would be good to work it that way.
Thanks for reviewing!
Livvy
i loved the way morgana mulciber got her comeuppance.... that was brilliant and so in keeping with severus's character......way to go... i love the way u write various pairings for severus snape..... its real fun!!!!!!! looking forward to more......
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you so much, I am touched by your kind words! Yes, I racked my brains for a while before the muse smacked me over the head, and I came up with this way to get Morgana. I do have two fics that are completed and beta read and will be posting the first one right after Posession is over, which will be in two more chapters. I hope you will like it!
Thanks for reviewing!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you so much, I am touched by your kind words! Yes, I racked my brains for a while before the muse smacked me over the head, and I came up with this way to get Morgana. I do have two fics that are completed and beta read and will be posting the first one right after Posession is over, which will be in two more chapters. I hope you will like it!
Thanks for reviewing!
Livvy
AWww, that worked out quite nicely. The interactions with the baby were very tender. Loved the hawt sex scene!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
I'm glag you liked it!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
I'm glag you liked it!
Livvy
Lovely chapter. Postnatal depression was an interesting touch and I like how the Weasleys gave their support. But I have to say I totally loved it when Snape gave Morgana the sack! YEAH!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Yeah, I thought it would be good to have Morgana in the end cook her own goose!
I just didn't think it would be realistic to expect Diana to not have depression issues since she missed the first two months of the only child she would ever have.
That is why I called this chapter Real Love, because when a couple goes through something like that and can see their way through and stick it out, that is real love!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Yeah, I thought it would be good to have Morgana in the end cook her own goose!
I just didn't think it would be realistic to expect Diana to not have depression issues since she missed the first two months of the only child she would ever have.
That is why I called this chapter Real Love, because when a couple goes through something like that and can see their way through and stick it out, that is real love!
Livvy
What a wonderful chapter! A real look at life with baby, a comeuppance, and a Scottish lullaby--not to mention terrific sex--all in one place! This story has been developing in such sweet and serendipitous ways.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you very much! I have enjoyed writing Diana's character. This chapter was definately a roller coaster ride, but I'm so glad you enjoyed the ride.
Livvy
yay a happy ending after all that drama bravo and I love that lullaby its one of my favorites.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
I'm glad you liked it! Stay tuned, I'm not quite done with these two yet!
Livvy
Why, other than her baby, should or would she want to come out of the coma? I'm glad he feels bad. That's right, Harry, stand up for your woman. And that is big of you to say that, Harry. It's great that she is awake and is willing to forgive him. Maybe now they can have a normal, what ever that means, relationship; family.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Absolutely, Snape needed to do some serious groveling and Harry and Snape needed that face-off to clear the air.
Livvy
There are no assurances in life. Shit happens. Not all women are going to be like Lily. His actions are going to drive a good woman away. You have got to be kidding me. Her apology, you've got the nerve, Severus. Oh hell no, I hate when men use that excuse. Your pregnant so your hormonal. My ass. He really needs professional help. And then there is all that blood. After all the stress he has put her through its no wonder. I hope he feels guilty as hell. But I hope she is going to be ok.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
LOL! Exactly! And he needed to be put in his place for being such an ass! But Diana is tough enough to deal with his bull.
Livvy
First of all--I'm listening to the lullaby and it's beautiful!
You scared me with Morgana--I breathed a huge sigh of relief when Severus sent her packing.
And poor Diana.... and lucky Diana.
Wonderful chapter!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Yeah, there was a lot of ups and downs in this chapter. I thought it was poetic justice for Morgana to lose her apprenticeship the way she did. And yes, lucky Diana. The best things in life are the ones you have to work hard for.
Livvy
Those early days of motherhood are so trying. Glad they are coming through it.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Yes, I just felt that a little more realism needed to be put in this fic about the trials of the first months, especially if there have been complications. Also, it would be just so weak for Diana not to have any residual effects from the months of emotional abuse Snape put her through.
Thanks for reviewing!
Livvy
OMG! I've never had anything dedicated to me before! Thank you so much. What a wonderful chapter too. I loved Snape getting drunk with Harry (and Ginny's reaction). And, of course, the lemons! Great scene! Very tender and sweet, but hot too. Thank you SO much!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
You are quite welcome! After the last review, I really got to thinking and the muse just bashed me over the head and the scene unfolded (the lemons scene that is). Our lovebirds are still in for a bumpy ride, but there will be a couple more lemons before I'm through with them. LOL!
I'm so glad you liked the chapter!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
You are quite welcome! After the last review, I really got to thinking and the muse just bashed me over the head and the scene unfolded (the lemons scene that is). Our lovebirds are still in for a bumpy ride, but there will be a couple more lemons before I'm through with them. LOL!
I'm so glad you liked the chapter!
Livvy
So he finally figured it out -- with a lot of help from a lot of people. So sweet and gentle. So nice.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Yeah, the man really needed to have that sit down with Harry. And how humbling for Harry to have to admit what he did about Sirius and about his own actions. It seems more than one person gained some maturity and insight along the way.
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Yeah, the man really needed to have that sit down with Harry. And how humbling for Harry to have to admit what he did about Sirius and about his own actions. It seems more than one person gained some maturity and insight along the way.
Livvy
I have so enjoyed this story. I was thrilled to find you had updated it. Thrilled, too, to see that Severus is learning how to love someone else in such an incredibly in-character way.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Oh, thank you. I truly enjoyed writing this chapter in particular. It was a real challenge to figure a way to get Snape and Harry to come to some sort of "cease-fire".
Thanks for reviewing!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Oh, thank you. I truly enjoyed writing this chapter in particular. It was a real challenge to figure a way to get Snape and Harry to come to some sort of "cease-fire".
Thanks for reviewing!
I seem to be doing my fish impression as my mouth is hanging open and the stupidist sounds are coming out. Do they make it?? Is Diana and the baby okay? Will he lose one to gain the other? ARGGG-- here's to hoping the queue is speedy.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
The next chapter is in the queue and God willing, it'll be up soon! I hope you will like the chapter. There are still some rough waters ahead.
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
The next chapter is in the queue and God willing, it'll be up soon! I hope you will like the chapter. There are still some rough waters ahead.
Livvy
no no no!!! dont stop!! more more!!!!!
please...!!!!!
this story is brilliant!!!!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
The next chapter is in the queue! And I promise it's going to be big and I'm sure you'll love it!
Thank you so much for the praise and reviewing! I appreciate it so much.
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
The next chapter is in the queue! And I promise it's going to be big and I'm sure you'll love it!
Thank you so much for the praise and reviewing! I appreciate it so much.
Livvy
When something is this well done I don’t mind short. I love Diana’s strength and Severus’ temperament and stubbornness. I just hope that Diana and baby are going to be all right… hurry up and let us know!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Sure enough! I have the next chapter already in the queue!
Thanks,
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Sure enough! I have the next chapter already in the queue!
Thanks,
Livvy
Wow...What a terrific story! I'm completely unbiased...I swear! Thanks for all the kudos and mental chocolate, Livvy! You know it's always a pleasure to beta for you!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you! I'm glad you re pleased with the fic - couldn't have done it without you!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you! I'm glad you re pleased with the fic - couldn't have done it without you!
Livvy
Very interesting! I find it facinating that Diana sees a bit of her own father in Severus, but she's still strong enough to want to make their relationship a healthy one. Can't wait for the next chapter!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Oh, I got the next chappie in the queue today and I dedicated it to you! Enjoy the juicy lemons!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Oh, I got the next chappie in the queue today and I dedicated it to you! Enjoy the juicy lemons!
Livvy
Gasp!
Evil woman. You are an evil woman. Cliffhanger, indeed!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Okay, yes I am evil, Now I'm dashing off to get the next chapter in the queue!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Okay, yes I am evil, Now I'm dashing off to get the next chapter in the queue!
Livvy
Even though Diana stood up to him, Severus is still being a git. I still think she can handle him, it will probably take time. And Ginny, she is a pure blood, she should have been a Slytherin, if she didn't have the Weasley last name. Awesome work Livvy.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you! Yes, she will not back down from him and Snape will have to go through a lot of pain before this is resolved. Next chapter will be up soon!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you! Yes, she will not back down from him and Snape will have to go through a lot of pain before this is resolved. Next chapter will be up soon!
Livvy
I love how Diana's strength is starting to come through. The way she was explaining possesiveness makes it seem as though she might be able to coach Snape into a healthy relationship. What a concept!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Yes, she is a strong woman. People continue to underestimate her and she keeps surprising them with her resolve. Unfortunately, it will take more than this to get Snape on track. Hope you like the next chapter!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Yes, she is a strong woman. People continue to underestimate her and she keeps surprising them with her resolve. Unfortunately, it will take more than this to get Snape on track. Hope you like the next chapter!
Livvy
Good for Diana! Girl has spunk and steel. I loved how Ginny handled the situation - excellent writting.
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you, I LOVED writing the scene between Ginny and Morgana. (I personally think Ginny should have been a Slytherin!)
Poor Severus, he's going to have to go through a lot unfortunately, before the light at the end of the tunnel!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thank you, I LOVED writing the scene between Ginny and Morgana. (I personally think Ginny should have been a Slytherin!)
Poor Severus, he's going to have to go through a lot unfortunately, before the light at the end of the tunnel!
Livvy
Now he has to fight you, your dad, and now Sirius once more! And why? So he can keep the woman he really wants to start over with.
Oh wow, good point.
Looking forward to what happens next....! Thanks for the fast updates!
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thanks! I'm getting the chapter in the queue now!
Livvy
Response from livvy6 (Author of Possession)
Thanks! I'm getting the chapter in the queue now!
Livvy