CHAPTER 7
Severus was in the library reading. He was on one of his father's favorite dresses. He was just trying to keep his father happy until Sirius came.
Sirius: *came in his most expensive carriage along with Remus, turns to him* Did u bring the suitcase?
Remus nodded. "I counted it twice. All here."
Sirius: Good. I want no foul ups on this *sees tht they've reached their destination* C'mon. It's showtime *comes to the house n rang the bell*
Eileen came and opened the door. "Hello." She said. "What can I do for you, Lord Black?" He had a smile on her face as he elivated her voice so Tobias could hear.
Tobias: *looked up frm the newspaper n gin he was drinking n quickly came up to Sirius* Oh why hello~! Wht brings u to our humble home?
Sirius: Before tht, may I hv a drink for me n my friend? Its been a long ride
Tobias: Yes, yes, anything for Lord Black *gave Eileen a "Wht r u standing there for?" look before ushering Siri n Remy in* Pls, pls, hv a seat
Eileen nodded and went to get them some. She stopped by the library. "He is here." She said and went to get the tea.
Severus stood up and went to the door to see if he could see.
Tobias: *bk facing Sev's line of sight* Its such an honour. Excuse me for my ragged appearance. If we knew u'd come, we'd be more presentable *puts up his professional smile*
Sirius: Its perfectly alright. I've seen more unsightly things than this
Severus smiled at him and went back in the room.
Eileen came back with the tea. "Tea, my lords?" He smiled.
Sirius: Yes, pls. Thank u vry much, Baroness. *takes the tea n sipped*
Tobias: So wht brings u to our humble home, Lord Black?
Eileen gave some to Remus.
Remus took the tea and thanked her.
While Severus was looking in the short mirror his mother hand in the library too see if he looked good or not.
Sirius: *sips some more before putting dwn the tea* I shall cut to the chase, Baron Snape. I am here to ask ur daughter's hand in marriage
Tobias: Wh...Wht? Come again?
Sirius: U heard me
"He said, our daughters hand in marriage, dear." Eileen said calmly.
Tobias: Bt...Bt Lord Black...Why all of a sudden...?
Sirius: *gives the stern aristocrat look* Do I need to explain every single action I hv to make?
Tobias: N...No, of course not, bt u've only met my daughter once, did u not?
"It seems he must have been quite taken with her. We also have been on many walks. Again, Lord Black must have seen of what good breed she was."
Tobias: Walks? Wht do u mean walks, woman? I nvr heard of...
"You know, dear. Walks." She smiled.
Sirius: Ahem. Can we talk business here, Baron Snape?
Tobias: Y-Yes, sorry. Of course. Well, if its my daughter u want, then I'd be happy to let her hv u *thinks: ~N be rid of tht ruined kid~* Of course there's dowry we need to discuss...
Sirius: *holds up his hand* I dont want ur money. U dont hv to give me any dowry. In fact I'm PAYING the dowry. *turns to Remus* Remus?
Remus came forth and opened the suitcase. In side was the money.
Tobias: *his eyes shone at all the mixture of Galleons n Sickles* Wh...Why...?
Sirius: Wht? Not enough for u, Baron Snape?
Tobias: N-No! No, reli. It's just tht...why pay ME dowry instead?
Sirius: We've got all the money in the world. We dont need the extra income. Besides, it is a tradition in our family to do so. It is to ensure the bride tht we choose is worth our time n our money. If a bride is not worthy, we will not waste the money. We wouldnt evn consider coming here. So be thankful tht we deem ur daughter worthy to be taken into our household, although if we dont find her in satisfaction, u will hv to pay the penalty for us to return her to u, which is 10 times the value we're giving u now
Tobias: T-T-Ten times?!
Sirius: *looked at him with the air of an aristocrat, keeping up appearance, tho he rather enjoyed toying with the man who had given his beloved hell*
"That is quite a large sum, my lord." Although Eileen didn't think it would ever come to that. "But I am sure you would find our daughter most enjoyable."
Sirius: I'm sure I will. Now may I hv a look at my wife-to-be?
Tobias: O-O-Of course! *calls out* Severa! Come dwn here!
Severus look in the mirror one more time. "I am down here father." he said, coming/ out of the library. "You called for me."
Tobias: Severa, meet ur husband-to-be. He has come here to ask for ur hand. I hv just accepted his request
Sirius: *gets up, maintaining his aristocrat poise as he came to kiss Sev's hand* Pleasure is all mine, milady
Severus curtsied. "My betrothed, Father? But I hardly know him." he said, buth is pulse speed up when Sirius touched him.
Tobias: U will learn to knw him, as I hv with ur mother. Now be a good girl n accept his proposal
Sirius: *smiled at Sev* I knw we havent known each other, bt I do hope time will help us get together a little better
Severus bit his lip as if he was thinking then nodded. "Yes, father. I will." He curtised again. "Thank you, My lord."
Sirius: *bowed n kissed his hand again* Well, wen do u think its the best time for a marriage arrangement?
Tobias: Anytime u r convenient, of course, Lord Black *though his mind was now clouded with money*
Severus mouthed 'soon, please'. "Yes, my lord, when ever if convinent for you."
Sirius: Then I propose tht we be married sometime in summer, tht's abt 2 weeks away. Will tht be of ur convenience?
Severus looked at his father, but inside he wished it was the next day.
Tobias: Erm, if I may be so bold, u could hv her a little earlier than tht...bt of course tht'll take a vry rushed preparation n such...
Sirius: *raised a brow at him* Fine. 1 week. Tht is my final offer, or are u so intent to be rid of ur daughter?
Tobias: No, no, of course not! A week later it is then!
"I am fine with a week, father, my lord. I would not talk that long to get the dress ready."
Sirius: Then its settled. I look forward to see u in a pretty wedding dress, milady. Dont hesitate to ask of my help. I am ur betrothed, aftr all *bowed*
Severus nodded. "Might we chat for a moment?" Severus asked. "I would like to get to know you." he looked at his father. "Father might I show him the library?"
Tobias: *was already seated counting the money* Yes, yes, go ahead *waved them away*
Severus took him to the library and closed the door gently then jumped into Sirius' arms. "I have missed you."
Sirius: *hugged him close* As hv I. How did I do just now? I hope I scared the bejeezus put of him
"I think you did. Sirius some one saw us. They don't know it was you, but that is why father is so happy. He thinks I am ruined."
Sirius: Wht? We were seen? Who was it?
"Malfoys, in knockturn. I was so afraid he would send me away before you got here." He wanted to cry but he coudn't .
Sirius: Shh, shh, shh *holds him close* Dont worry. I'm here now. U'll be my wife, n he wont evr hurt u again. As for the Malfoys, ignore them. They would do anything to ruin other ppls lives
"I love you, Sirius. I can't wait to marry you."
Sirius: I love u too. I wish to marry u sooner, bt if we do it too quickly, ppl might wonder
"True." he nodded. "Can I have a kiss?"
Sirius: Of course u can. Do u need to ask? *grins as he leaned forward n claimed his lips*
Severus wrapped his arms around him, moaning. His body felt hot.
Sirius: *kissed him passionately, his hands unable to resist roaming ard Sev's body*
Severus moaned again. He pulled apart. "Careful, father might come in." he said, his body was still sore in areas that his father had hit more.
Sirius: Yeah, I knw. I'll just hv to be civil for now *sees one of the bruises on Sev's shoulder* Wht is this?
"Noting. I just ran into a door coming out to see you." he said, putting his hand over his shoulder.
Sirius: *looks at him skeptically* Ur father did this to u, didnt he? Bcoz of wht Malfoy said?
"No, no, no. Everything is fine." he pulled away. "This is the library, do you have a library at your house?"
Sirius: *paused for a moment before deciding to let it go for the moment* Yup. I do. A rather big one in fact
"Really? I love reading. I have read almost all the book in here."
Sirius: Then I'm sure u'll hv a blast reading mine *grins, then saw the time* We shouldnt be here long or they'll be suspicious
"I know." he sighed. "A week is so long, Sirius." he said. "I will miss you."
Sirius: I will miss u too, bt time will pass vry fast. Dont worry. Shall we? *opens the door for Sev*
"Yes." he went out. "I would much enjoy yours library, Milord." He said.
Sirius: Tht I will guarantee u. Again, I look forward to the wedding *bowed n kissed Sev's hand* We'll take our leave now. I'll be seeing u soon, Baron. Baroness *gestured Remus to go*
Severus curtised.
Eileen showed them out. "It was a pleasure having you here, My lord." She also curtsied.
Sirius: Pleasure being here too.
Tobias: Do grace us with ur presence in the future *followed behind*
Sirius: *just smiled, bt mostly towards Sev before leaving*
Severus smiled, so happy.
"Well that was wonderful." Eileen said after she closed the door. "Your getting married in a week, Severus." She smiled.
Tobias: U were lucky, lass. Guess someone does want a ruined person aftr all *closes the suitcase n happily brought it upstairs*
Eileen: *frowned a little as she watched her husband leave* Dont mind him. Its ur day, Sevvy
Severus bit his lip. "I know, but it still stung." He took a breath. "Still, I am so happy." he smiled. "We need to get on the dress and the preperations." He nibbled his lip.
Eileen: Of course! Lets get started then. I knw a shop nearby tht sells the best quality cloth. I'll personally make the dress for u myself, Sevvy
"Oh, thank you, mother." he hugged her. "Something conservitive. He saw a bruse on my shoulder. I don't want anyone to see anything like that."
Eileen: Oh my. The ointment must be a weak one. Alright. I'll see wht I can do. Come on. Let's go shopping n u can pick wht cloth u like
Severus nodded. "Mum, on your wedding night were you nervious?" He asked, before they left.
Eileen: More like petrified reli. My marriage to ur father was arranged too coz no one would want to court me. He was...not exactly the most gentle of person bt at least he made me feel wanted...even if its just an illusion
Severus nodded. "I think and hope that Sirius would be gentle. But I would just be happy being with him, even if I didn't like it. I love him so much it hurts."
Eileen: Aww, my little Sevvy is all grown up *hugs him n nuzzled*
Severus and Eileen headed out to pick out fabric for the dress. "I want to look nice and sort of masculan. Mainly to make father mad." He chuckled.
Eileen: Oh u *nudged Sev on the forehead with her finger* U still like to aggravate ur father, dont u?
"When I know I can get away with it." He smiled. "But really I want Sirius to look at me and think one thing, breath taking.
Eileen: *smiled* As long as ur happy, I'm happy *found the fabric* How does this look?
"I love it." He said. "I looks beautiful."
Eileen: Then we'll get this *called for the tailor to give her the required measurements*
The tailor took the measurements then gave them to Eileen and curt the fabric to what she would need.
Eileen: *accepts the fabric n thanked the tailor, paying her n left the shop with Sev* Gonna start cracking now. Ooh, I cant wait to see how u would look in it
"Me too." He smiled. "Thank you mum."
Eileen: To be honest, I was hoping for u to wear my wedding dress bt I dont think it'll fit, unfortunately *chuckles humorously*
"Why don't you think so?" He asked.
Eileen: *gestured at her small stature compared to Sev's body* Get the picture?
"Well I am a male, mum."
Eileen: Yup, so u'd probably end up tearing the dress instead *laughs a little*
"What do you mean? I would never tear a dress you made."
Eileen: I meant if I were to let u wear MY wedding dress, love
"Oh. Yes I might just do that." He chuclked.
Eileen: I hope the money Lord Black paid is keeping ur father in a good mood long enough for the wedding tho. Apparently Lord Black said this is how his family does it wen they ask for the hand of marriage
"It sounds so odd. I thought I would have to come up with the money. Or at least father."
Eileen: Lord Black said its something abt deeming the wife worth the money n time to pursue, or the groom wouldnt evn bother showing up. Bt I can see in his eyes tht he is sincere to wed u, whether or not he will bring the money. He's putting up a rather good show for ur father *smiled*
"Yes, he is." He blushed. "He truely wants to be with me. But I think I would even be willing to be a mistress to be with him."
Eileen: Now dont say tht. I would not hv my Sevvy be third wheel of someone, no matter how rich he is
"But I love him. Love has no bounds." he said. "Oh, I want to see him."
Eileen: Sorry, love, bt u can't at the moment. U hv to get ready for ur wedding. Aftr tht, u will hv all the time in the world
He nodded. But he was not going to let her know about his 'ways' to get a hold of Sirius.
Eileen: *along with Sev, returned home with the fabric* I'll start working on the dress. I'll be in the sewing room if u need me
"Ok." He nodded. "I am going to go to the garden."
Eileen: *nodded n went to the sewing room*
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