Confessions
Chapter 5 of 7
bellarossiOf matchmaking, 'Sevvywevvypoopoo' and a large, healthy dose of sniping.
ReviewedWarning: Do try to keep anything that might block the throat passage away from your mouth. (This includes food, drink, pencils, the mouse, small animals, etc.)
My most deeply sincere apologies for the wait: real life got in the way as much as it could manage and the bunnies were chased away momentarily. (Not to worry, they are back in full force now!)
Here are the winners of last chapter's guessing game! The answer was 'Mione Jane', derived from 'Miss M' or 'Miss Mione'. (:
elsolel receives 100 house points to Ravenclaw for the first correct answer!
25 points to reets67, Slytherin.
Most creative was a tie between peppermint's 'Mischievous Jarvey' and snitchette's 'Molly Junior'. So 50 points each!
Thank you to my fantastic beta, She-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, for her tireless work.
To: Daphne Potter
Thanks for a fantastic time yesterday. It's been ages since I've seen Sasha! She's adorable as ever, and looking really healthy and happy. I hope she likes that Muggle fairytale book. All those magic references now make me wonder if it was written by a wizard after all! I need to come over more often. You and Harry are just so wonderful together. Not to mention, you know how to cook...a definite prerequisite to being Harry's wife!
Listen...don't worry too much about Ron. He's said some nasty things, but he doesn't mean it. I'm sure our discussion last night didn't do much to change your view on him, but let me tell you: jealousy does not sit well with Ron. He's always felt like he's been in Harry's shadow, and it doesn't surprise me that he hoped that would change once the war was over and Harry was just... well, Harry. Needless to say, he is not happy that he not only has an inferior job title and salary, but also does not have a gorgeous wife on his arm or a baby.
Once he (or someone else) pries out the broomstick he's got stuck up his arse, everyone will be a lot happier.
Hermione
To: Hermione Granger
Hermione, if I had been in your position and Harry had treated me like Ron had treated you, I think I would have not only burned down his house, but Lavender's, too.
And I probably would have wiped his bank account clean and spent it on something really frivolous and unnecessary.
Like... sex toys.
In other words, you are perfectly entitled to be angry for the next fifty years or so.
Stop being so forgiving!
Much love,
Daphne
P.S. Dearest, you are welcome over any time. Actually, this Saturday, we were thinking of holding a small barbecue party for friends. So you are of course invited!
To: Hermione Granger
Hermione dear, I'm afraid I'm going to have to pair you and Severus together for this weekend's Hogsmeade trip again. Also, he has requested some assistance with picking Potions ingredients in the Forest, so I volunteered you up.
Thanks for your help! Must run to do some errands now.
Minerva
To: Minerva McGonagall
Prospero's prick, Minerva. Once I can understand, but twice? You couldn't find anyone other than Hermione 'I-Lost-My-Virginity-In-The-Library' Granger? Which fuckwit do I have to bribe to get what I want around here?
Remind me again how many bloody teachers there are in this school?
Thoroughly Annoyed,
S.S.
To: Severus Snape
Now, Severus, don't be cruel. In case you hadn't noticed, the only available teachers right now are Draco and Sybil. Draco has most obligingly agreed to chaperone Sybil because he is aware of your... ahem, history.
Besides, Draco is taking leave next weekend to see Ginny, and he's the only one other than Hermione with a working Potions knowledge.
And only then because of your blasted favouritism, you slimy Slytherin.
Please refrain from calling Hermione such dreadful names. If you don't, I shall give her full permission to call you various forms of your own name, such as 'Sev', 'Sevvykins' and 'Sevvywevvypoopoo'.
Don't make me do it.
Minerva
To: Minerva McGonagall
If you do, don't be surprised to find a colourless, odourless, slow-killing poison in your meal tomorrow.
Suspiciously,
S.S.
P.S. I still think you're trying to hook me up with her. And I don't like it. Exercise your matchmaking tendencies on someone else.
To: Severus Snape
Of course I'm not trying to hook you up. Don't be ridiculous!
Minerva
To: Aberforth Dumbledore
Well, of course I'm trying to hook them up. They are just wonderful for each other. Of course, if they'd had relations as a student and teacher, then... well, that's a different story. But here we are, as equal individuals, and they are practically soul mates staring each other in the face!
Well, and insulting each other.
Bastet's bollocks, but I do miss Albus. No one has any fun around here anymore.
Minnie
To: Mary Jane
I am thoroughly convinced that everyone around me is going mad and I am the last sane person left on earth.
Or maybe I'm just going insane, and everyone else is still normal.
Which do you think is more likely?
Possibly insane,
T.P.
To: Toby P.
If 'everyone' includes me, then no, you're the insane one.
But if I'm included in the group of sane people left, then I agree with your second theory.
Seriously, what is it with people not being able to just leave you alone to do your own thing in peace? Why can't one just live life without having to deal with unwanted drama and annoying things being shoved into one's face? Is it so difficult to just maintain peace for a little while after one's life has been so hectic?
Like, for example, my friend signed me up for that Daily Prophet thing. I had no say in it whatsoever. Not that I'm complaining, mind...I find it a lot easier to talk to you than anyone else I know. My boyfriend, who was also my best friend, cheated on me; my other best friends are so happily in love that I feel as if ranting to them would just be unfair. And not having to be anyone special to you, not being a name that you immediately associate with words and events and people, is really comforting. I think I'd explode if I didn't have something like that.
Okay, rant over. I apologise. But you have no idea how much better I feel now, so I hope you don't mind.
M.J.
To: Mary Jane
It's strange; I thought hell would freeze over before I would say something like this, but I completely understand. I have spent my entire life being manipulated by people; for once, I would like to live life on my own terms. I thought once the war ended it would all change, but this is solid proof that it hasn't. But like you, I'm glad that there's a silver lining to this particular storm cloud, because it's the first one in a while.
One of these days, I would like to meet, fall in love with and marry someone wonderful and move to Timbuktu.
Or even Wales. If my seclusion package has to come with sheep, then so be it.
Thoughtfully,
T.P.
To: Severus Snape
Do tell me, which poisons are we planning to pick ingredients for?
I'd just like to know. Maybe even prepare myself a few antidotes.
Just in case.
Hermione Granger
To: Hermione Granger
How presumptuous of you to assume that I would even give you the time of day, let alone brew a poison to kill you at breakfast time.
But I thank you for the suggestion. I could do with a few less irritating know-it-alls in my life.
Sneeringly,
S.S.
To: Severus Snape
Thank you for your flattering description of me. Now perhaps you should take a look in the mirror.
And you still haven't answered my question.
Hermione Granger
To: Hermione Granger
Funny how people seem to think they're so terribly amusing
Really, but that almost ranked with the 'greasy git' insult. I think reading Bram Stoker's Dracula made me laugh more.
You'll find out when you turn up. Hopefully, something horrible will occur, such as that blasted ginger furball of yours developing chronic diarrhoea for cats, and you won't turn up at all.
One can hope.
Unamused,
S.S.
To: Severus Snape
Yes, I imagine reading about bloodsucking, psychopathic counts would be right up your alley.
Wait, wait, don't tell me: your second favourite book is Interview with a Vampire, right?
Hermione Granger
To: Hermione Granger
However did you guess?
Maybe sleeping with your copy of Hogwarts, A History gives you some sort of incredible intuition.
Sarcastically,
S.S.
To: Severus Snape
Much as I would love to continue this conversation (...not), I have better things to do than exchange childish insults with overgrown, immature, greasy vampire bats.
Give that poor owl a rest, will you?
Hermione Granger
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277 Reviews | 6.07/10 Average
Aah! We don't get the meeting? Well, of course not. But it's still torture, leaving us like this. It looks like you're pretty much done with this story, which makes me sad. I suppose I'll have to fill in the momentous meeting in my mind...
Excellent! And I let my glass of wine sit there because I just knew it would ruin my kb. Splorffing in many places would not have done it much good!
Oh I hope you don't leave it there! I have loved reading this and can't wait to see if there's more coming.
What! he found out!!!???
how when where?
and she?
he did it so that she would not see him but he see her, right?
oh that bugger.
And your second story about ginny and Draco is just cute!!
go ooooooooonnnn!
brilliant! love the format. thanks so much
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
:] Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!
How on earth did he figure that out? I'm glad you've continued. I love these secret admirer letter stories.
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
You shall see! I'm glad to be back, too, especially as everyone has been so supportive (and I totally don't deserve it after 6 months of no updates!) which is really nice. Thank you for reviewing :)
Well, that last letter certainly screams for more!
I know what you mean about six chapter syndrome; my own attempt has similarly stalled out. So glad you got over it, and I'm hoping you won't keep us in suspense too much longer.
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Yeah, that one's a killer. As I've said before, the good news is that I anticipated this time and hacked out the whole storyline BEFORE I wrote it, so now all I have to do is write the corresponding letters. It's far easier than writing a 'normal' story, I can tell you that. 'Paris' is going to take much longer to get back to, and I've written the plot for that one out too. Don't worry; the muse will come back. I definitely won't be leaving it quite so long this time, time permitting. I've got a few big deadlines out of the way so I really do have the time to sit down and write things without feeling hassled. :) So that next chapter will be coming soon!
HA HA HA HA HA I can't wait to find out what happens next! I love this story, I really do.
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Ahh that's wonderful to hear! I'm really glad. :) Next chapter is coming soon...ish, hahaha. Thanks for a lovely review!
LOL, love it!The wait was worth it =)Yay for the dramatic irony
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Yay! I'm glad you think so haha. Yes, dramatic irony ftw. :D
Oooh - I am so glad you decided to continue! I really like this story and the way it is told. The format of the notes/letters is just great. I eagerly look forward to an update!
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Thank you! I'm really glad to hear that. :]
Does that mean they've already had their date? Or how else did he know? And did he run away when he found out? Or did she? Don't keep us waiting too long!
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Heehee. You'll see in the next chapter, I promise. And I won't take so long this time! :]
How did he work it out? :)
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
You shall see. :]
Please don't make us wait so long next chapter.... I can't wait to see more reaction.......
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Hahaha I won't. Thanks for staying with the story!
I am trilled to see the update, thank you! I wonder if Severus letter to Lucius will come back and bite his arse? The one with the frase "it could be worse than a Weasley, it could be Hermione Granger" comment? He would deserve it! Promise me that if Severus acts like the arse he so often do with humiliating and hurting Hermione, you will make him pay, costly? I get so annoyed when otherwise great fics/plots are destroyed by letting Severus walk all over Hermione, hurting and humiliating her, and when/if he after thouroughly destroying her "lower" him self to admit any feelings for her, she either sniffles a tear, stutter and throw herself into his arms, or stumbles in her own feets in her hurry to throw her self at him while readily agree upon that she is just a stupid know-it-all who needs the "superior" Severus to show her the way... It migth not be in your plot at all, but if it is, please make him work hard, very, very, hard to make her even consider giving him another chance!And while I try to decide if I will find myself a "happy ending story" and swoon (drool) with the images of Severus and Hermione walking into the sunset together, or if I shall find myself a dartboard and throw some arrows at Severus image...:-)) I am truly and honestly looking forward to read the next update to this brilliant story!
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Goodness, why would I ever let Severus get the upper hand here? Believe me, he's got it coming. And yes, he's definitely paying for that comment, you'll see.I should point out, though, regarding the 'it could have been Hermione Granger' comment, you should look at it from his point of view. For Lucius, Draco marrying a 'mudblood' really WOULD be a fate worse than death. It's more of putting it into perspective, the way I see it. But you're completely right, he will pay for it regardless. I have some fun conflicts planned for them, but you'll just have to wait and see! I can assure you this will turn out happy and sappy. With bribing I could work in a sunset scene. :D
Response from Sampdoria (Reviewer)
I am totally in favour of bribes, it's a brilliant way to get things the way you want them...:-))
Let's see. Enjoyed the letters, Ginny and Draco are so cute to each other. Lucius is a berk - Ron's toe jam, and Severus finally caught on! Yeah!
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Yay! Haha yeah that sounds about right to me. :]
Okay, you can NOT leave us hanging like that. I had to re-read the previous chapters because it's been SO long and I hope we don't have to wait too long for an update. Really enjoying this story.
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
But the thing is, I totally can. :D Not to worry, I'm really not that cruel. I'll try to have something up by next week. It isn't actually writing it that takes a long time. Once I sit down and do it, it only takes about a day at the most. The chapter queues are freakishly long right now, though, so that will delay quite a bit. I'm really glad you like it, and I do promise to try to keep things as regular as I can!
I am so glad to be reading another chapter of this!!!!!It fulfilled my wishes:) Perfect:)Fizzabella
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
So good to hear! Thanks for sticking around, I really appreciate it! :]
That's great! How did he figure it out? Will she?? Did she??
I'm so glad you updated, I hope you're able to convince your muse to stick around!
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
All will be revealed. :]Haha I'm pretty sure my muse is here to stay. I've actually written out the whole plot and I've been crossing things off as I go along. So that isn't even the problem, it's just that I literally had no extra time and I hate writing a chapter over more than one day. I feel like I lose the thread after too long. Anyway, I'll definitely try to keep updates more regular this time! Thanks for reviewing :]
How did he figure that one out? I guess I should go back to previous chapters and read them again. Very excited that you picked this up again.
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
That might help, but it will all be revealed in the next chapter. :] Thanks so much for staying with the story!
Squee! I'm so happy to see an update to this. Lovely chapter and the last line makes me very curious as to what will happen next :)
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Thanks! Haha yes, I couldn't resist. Have to put something to keep you people coming back, don't I? ;]
Anonymous
Lovely chapter! The last letter was absolutely brilliant. I virtually can't wait to read on!
Author's Response: Thank you! Hopefully the next chapter will be up soonish, so you won't have to wait quite so long this time, haha.
Uh-oh. You can almost hear the melodramatic DUM-DUM-DAAAAAAA in the background. Is this realization only one-sided like in "You've Got Mail" or does she know Toby is Severus? I guess we will just have to wait and see.
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Hahaha I know right. I'm just a DRAMAAAA whore. I love those omfg moments. Yes, it will be one-sided for now. It follows You've Got Mail/The Shop Around the Corner for about two more chapters, then I go crazy and add more plot twists. Well, actually, I wrap up a lot of plot twists, to be honest. But there's more interesting stuff coming along that deviates from the YGM plot. :] I'm excited about writing it so I hope you like it!
An unkind person would ask how Toby is supposed to see the rose in that rats nest of head of hair she has. Good thing I am not unkind.HOW DID HE FIGURE IT OUT??
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
:D Patience, young Padowan.
Have I mentioned how much I am enjoying the correspondence flying back and forth? Its a hoot. You should post a picture of Gin's engagement ring. Busy bodies curious fangirls want to SEE it!Toby and Mary Jane have given each other some big hints. I wonder if they will slap their foreheads and say "I should have known" after the truth is revealed?
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
Hahaha I'm very glad. Actually, I did have a ring in mind... Tiffany's, of course. :] Only the very best for Mrs Draco Malfoy. I'll put a link in the next chapter for you!You'll see the 'oh wow I'm a fool' head-slapping in a few more chapters. Particularly the coming one, and especially when Hermione figures it out. :] They're fun to write, so I hope you enjoy them!
how did Severus figure out who MJ is? I'm glad Draco and Ginny and their friends are excited for their wedding, and wonder if Ron will ever grow up. I'm afraid of Hermione's response to Severus at the restaurant. meeps! thanks for the new chapter.
Response from bellarossi (Author of Dangerous Liaisons)
You shall find out soon enough! I think you'll like what I have in store for the restaurant scene. Don't worry about Ron, you'll find out more about him in due time. Thanks for the review! :]