His Draught of Delicate Poison by Subversa

Summary: In the wake of the Final Battle, the Order has opened Headquarters to house its youngest members during a summer of Ministry-sponsored social events. With Snape as a chaperone, and engaged to another woman, the advent of a busy Hermione, determined to see her friends in love-matches, can only be a recipe for disaster.
Ratings: 3rd-5th Years [ - ]
Category: Hermione/Snape
Characters: None
Warnings: Alternate Universe
Challenge:
Serie: None
Chapters: 32 Completed?: Yes
Wordcount: 199804 Viewcount: 185965
Published on: 02/26/06 Updated On: 10/06/06

1. Chapter 1 by Subversa [ - ] (2116 words)

2. Chapter 2 by Subversa [ - ] (3608 words)

3. Chapter 3 by Subversa [ - ] (5545 words)

4. Chapter 4 by Subversa [ - ] (3601 words)

5. Chapter 5 by Subversa [ - ] (4904 words)

6. Chapter 6 by Subversa [ - ] (4378 words)

7. Chapter 7 by Subversa [ - ] (6300 words)

8. Chapter 8 by Subversa [ - ] (6666 words)

9. Chapter 9 by Subversa [ - ] (5739 words)

10. Chapter 10 by Subversa [ - ] (4433 words)

11. Chapter 11 by Subversa [ - ] (10645 words)

12. Chapter 12 by Subversa [ - ] (3227 words)
At the Malfoy ball, Severus dances with the girl in the faerie silk gown. Luna finds herself isolated in the company of Val Delacour.

A standing ovation for my betas, LariLee & KeladryLupin, as well as virtual coffee (the real thing!) for MagicAlly, who picks with the Brittiest!

A/N: This chapter contains some scenes relating to sexual assault; please do not read if this is not acceptable to you.

13. Chapter 13 by Subversa [ - ] (3616 words)
Sincere thanks for my betas, Keladry Lupin & LariLee, as well as for MagicAlly, my Brit-picker.

14. Chapter 14 by Subversa [ - ] (5908 words)
In a flashback, we learn what happened between Snape and Hermione in the past that has set the stage for their current interactions.
15. Chapter 15 by Subversa [ - ] (6888 words)
What happened between Snape and Hermione during that night they spent alone in the woods?
16. Chapter 16 by Subversa [ - ] (9979 words)
The events occurring after the night shared by Snape and Hermione in the woods, up until the end of the school year are told in this chapter. We come to understand why Snape offered marriage to Fleur.
17. Chapter 17 by Subversa [ - ] (7841 words)
The happenings of the day after the Malfoy Ball: two engagements at breakfast, gossiping before supper, and what happened at the Sunday evening gathering at Grimmauld Place.
18. Chapter 18 by Subversa [ - ] (7609 words)
Harry and Ginny visit the Burrow, a wizarding solicitor suffers a visit from a demanding client, Sirius is inspired, Percy perseveres, Fleur encounters a Snape family acquaintance, the ladies of Grimmauld Place and their escorts attend the theatre, and Lucius Malfoy is foiled.
19. Chapter 19 by Subversa [ - ] (9288 words)
The visit to the zoo takes place, with all its attendant hilarity and drama.
20. Chapter 20 by Subversa [ - ] (7267 words)
Snape returns to England in the wake of Stormy's illness.
21. Chapter 21 by Subversa [ - ] (7969 words)
Did Stormy die?
22. Chapter 22 by Subversa [ - ] (5657 words)
A plan is implemented to snare the Death Eaters, Snape goes on a quest, Hermione is both embarrassed and amused, Neville makes an impression, and the Death Eaters take the bait.
23. Chapter 23 by Subversa [ - ] (5564 words)
The Death Eaters strike.
24. Chapter 24 by Subversa [ - ] (9871 words)
Snape needs a nurse and Fleur comes to the rescue, Hermione returns to Grimmauld Place and feels lost, Fleur makes an impression at the Estuary, Tonks and Lupin have separate interviews with Snape, and Nanny lights a fire where it is needed most.
25. Chapter 25 -- Part A by Subversa [ - ] (5187 words)
Snape sets his plan in motion, Fleur gets a taste of life as Snape's wife, Weasleys attend to business, Healer Howser investigates, there are two weddings, and we become familiar with the Tale of Two Bracelets.
26. Chapter 25 -- Part B by Subversa [ - ] (5646 words)
See Chapter 25 -- Part A
27. Chapter 26 by Subversa [ - ] (9929 words)
Sirius and Sophronia run an errand, Snape goes shopping, Hermione tempts fate and Snape comes to the rescue, Hermione implements her last plan, Lupin and Tonks find resolution, the stage is set for a confrontation between Snape and Fleur.
28. Chapter 27 by Subversa [ - ] (8053 words)
Snape and Fleur have a "discussion" and come to a decision; Snape provides Hermione with a memorable ride home in the limousine.
29. Chapter 28/Part A by Subversa [ - ] (5396 words)
Hermione and Severus suffer morning-after nerves; Sophronia and Sirius have a chat with Stormy; Hermione's parents receive a visit from their daughter and her intended; at a special location, Severus has a few words to say; there is a party at the Estuary.
30. Chapter 28/Part B by Subversa [ - ] (4976 words)
See Part A
31. Chapter 29 Part A by Subversa [ - ] (6053 words)
Severus and Hermione have a wedding, a reception -- and a wedding night.
32. Chapter 29 Part B by Subversa [ - ] (5945 words)
This is the second part of Chapter 29