For the Greater Good
Chapter 4 of 9
HermioneWeasley1972Sometimes one must choose between what is right and what is easy.
He couldn’t believe the position that Dumbledore was putting him in. There were plenty of people that he could have sent on this mission with him, or Dumbledore could have sent him by himself. It wouldn’t have been the first time. Why did he choose now to send him with a partner?
He looked around at the house where he had arrived just a few minutes earlier. One thing was certain, there was plenty of room, and they would each have ample space so that they would not be bumping into one another constantly.
He found the kitchen well stocked with provisions, noting that it would be several weeks before they would need to shop for food. He had almost expected to see a house-elf here, but considering who his partner was going to be for this mission, he wasn’t surprised.
How in the name of Merlin am I going to do this? he thought to himself as he acquainted himself with the rest of the house. There were four bedrooms and a large study. There was also a rather sizable library, which he figured the bookworm Granger would want to claim for herself. Well, he wasn't above compromise. She could take the library, and he could use the study for brewing. The more they stayed out of one another's way, the better of they would both be.
He had just finished setting up the room he had chosen for himself when he heard the arrival of Granger. He had taken so much time to look around the house that he had wasted the hour between his arrival and hers. He thought briefly about busying himself so that he wouldn't have to face her, but he knew that he would have to face her sooner or later. With a sigh, he left the sanctity of his room, took a deep breath, and headed downstairs.
Before he even spotted her, he was assailed by a large orange blur.
”Crookshanks!” The voice he remembered so well, that annoyingly know-it-all voice, scolded.
The owner of the voice came into view, and his eyes widened in surprise. Her hair was up in a ponytail, and she was wearing jeans and a shirt. Her trunk was floating along behind her.
Quickly recovering, he narrowed his eyes at her. ”You will need to teach that animal some manners, Miss Granger, if he is to stay here.”
A loud bang reverberated throughout the room as her trunk fell to the floor. Placing her hands on her hips, she glared right back at him. “He is usually very well behaved; he just doesn't like traveling by Portkey.” She took out her wand, and for a moment he wondered if she was going to hex him, but she simply levitated her trunk again.
He watched as she went up the stairs and then disappeared into the study. This was going to be harder than he had anticipated.
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Thank Merlin for levitation spells, Hermione thought to herself as she made her way up the stairs. She remembered the times when she had seen her parents moving heavy objects, and had wished she could do magic outside of Hogwarts because it was so much easier.
Reaching the top of the steps, she found herself at a long hallway with doors on either side. Three of the doors were open and lead to bedrooms. The fourth was closed, and there were two others. One lead to a bathroom, and the other one lead to a closet.
Making her choice of the three available bedrooms, she set her trunk down and began to unpack. She had brought a few robes with her, but mostly she had brought Muggle clothing. She didn't know what type of people she would be encountering when they were out looking for ingredients, and she wanted to be as inconspicuous as possible.
She was pleased to find that her bedroom also had a connecting bathroom, which was well stocked with toiletries, soaps, and lotions. From what she had seen of the house it was very nice and much more spacious than her flat. Truth be told, she could afford a bigger place. Perhaps that was something to consider when this mission was over.
Going back into the bedroom, she looked around to make certain that everything was put away properly. She knew that she was stalling, but she couldn't help herself. She had never expected to see him again, much less be living in the same house as him. Things were much too complicated after that night two years ago...
Shaking her head, she pulled herself out of her thoughts. That night must not come up; things were awkward enough as it was. But if the memories of that night came flooding back, neither of them would be able to accomplish what needed to be done. Gathering up her books, she left her room and headed back downstairs.
There had been many things that she had learned over the last ten years. Nothing in life was simple, and sometimes you had to make a choice between what was right and what was easy. What she was doing was for the greater good of the wizarding world and in honour of of a wonderful friend whose life was cut short way too soon.
”For the greater good,” she whispered to herself, not knowing that an unseen pair of ears had also heard her.
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153 Reviews | 5.82/10 Average
AGG, I thought this was a complete story. I can't wait for an update. I want to see what happens!! :)
Good story. I wish Hermione hadn't been bitten.
Er, if she's a werewolf now, why hasn't she transformed?
Ron is such a stupid git! How could he not tell them and risk her like this? They should just lock him up at noon and be done with it. Why did they wait until so close to the full moon's rising anyway? seems really risky- and she got bit because of it!!I thought Severus as a werewolfphobic? But at least he's admitting for loveing her. augh - update soon!
Oh good gods -she's now infected as well? Why did Ron transform early?
Response from HermioneWeasley1972 (Author of For the Greater Good)
You'll find out in the next chapter, I promise.
OKay, I apologize, I assume that Lupin may have survived, but I was wrong. At least the new potion will help those afflicted with lycanthropy. Dumbledor is very secretive about this mission. And it seems both Hermione and Snape are nervous about the whole deal, fear of the unknown.
Well, these chapters are kind of short, I did'nt review the 1st one, because it was so brief, but I'll review this one. I am as surprized as Hermione was, at seeing Dumbledor. I know that he died at the hands of the same man who is in the room with him right now. He does'nt mention Remus Lupin by name, but I assume that the Wolfsbane ption is for him, as well as anyone else aflicted with lycanthropy.It should be interesting how Snape and his former student get along as they find a new potion to replace the Wolfsbane.I do hope for longer chapters, but it's okay if you continue with the short ones.
this just gets more and more intriguing! thanks so much.
This was fabulous!!!
This was fabulous!!!
Oh, fascinating. I don't think I've encountered a werewolf!Hermione. Really looking forward to more, and thank you.
~howl at the moon~LOLGood one. :)
I am very interested to hear Ron's defense of why he didnt tell Hermione his change was faster. Its all very suspicious!
Well now they won't have just to find a new wolfsbane but a cure for Lycanthropy. I hope you will able to keep up with the fast updating because this suspense is getting on my nerve.
I just hope she won't become a werewolf herself. And it's very bad from you yo let me on the edge of the cliffie like that. ;p
Really enjoying the suspense.
I have the feeling Ron may be a bit surprized at the extent of his own condition. Perhaps he did not know he would transform early.I wonder how this new strain of lycanthropy is going to affect Hermione?
Poor Severus, finding out he's in love with one of his own personal fears. Wonder what Ron's going to say when he changes back.....
With love on the line - Severus will find a way to make them better. To eb attacked like that - terrifying read but good.
I think that Hermione would even agree that though lycanthropy is an awful ailment, if her being infected gets Severus to realize and act on his feelings, it would be worth it.
Ron is certainly acting peculiar. I imagine he was trying to hide is affliction. However, I don't understand why he would put Severus or Hermione in danger when they are trying to help them.
It is harder when it hits home. Severus never before had such a personal interest. And Ron needs to be put down or something.
Best you get to work on that potion then Sev!
I'm worried about Hermione, but she's in good hands. Love Snape's Patronus. Hahaha
He... He... He... OMG! Ron BIT her! O.o *flails*I had NOT seen that coming. Not in a thousand years. Hopefully it will make a difference that he wasn't infected through a bite himself.Am enormously curious as to who could have injected him though. I wonder if there's a mad scientist type on the loose...
Hmm, sounds like Ron's case is different to the others. I wonder if it has something to do with the fact he was not bitten, but injected?