Bound

Chapter Thirty Four

It's been a month since the hexing incident. Wither's was expelled, and they had him finish his last exams early, despite not being able to study everything. Lucky for him, he just barely passed. It's up to him on how he's going to go about his life since his expulsion. As for everyone else, we've been studying non-stop, every single night and all day on the weekends. We have one week left of this school term and our O.W.L's are on Monday. We get the results back Tuesday morning and then we leave on Thursday to go home for the summer.
Between studying, and Severus getting everything ready for the exams, the only time we get to see each other is at meal times and when I have my class with him. Draco informed me that his parents and aunt are handling the wedding plans. We originally planned to wait until after I graduate but Severus nor myself can wait much longer.
Monday, exam day. Came and went quicker than I'd expected. I picked up on everyone's mixed emotions about the testing. 90% we're a complete nervous wreck while 5% of them were content if they failed. The last five percent weren't really excited, but that's the closest emotion to describe it. I, on the other hand was hopeful. Besides Hermione, I'm one of the smartest in our grade. Draco and Blaise are right behind me.
As much as I wanted to visit Severus that night, I couldn't. He'd be too busy grading everyone's O.W.L's. My company would distract him. That evening, I joined the boys by the fire in the common room, discussing plans we want to complete during the summer holidays. Their families aren't going away anywhere, but the three of us would like to get out of the area for maybe a week. Including Severus of course.
Around 11 o'clock, we all say our good nights and went off to bed. I never realized how tired I was until I collapsed onto my bed. I fell asleep within minutes of my head hitting the pillow. My night consisted of peaceful, dream filled enjoyment.
I only had one dream, but it's the best one I've ever had.
***
"You look lovely Lilith. This dress is darling on you."
Speaks my best friend from behind me, as she zips it up.
"I couldn't have decided on it without you."
I reply back smiling.
I turn and face the large body mirror that sits in the Malfoy's guest room. My cheeks flush a bright red as my eyes look my form up and down. The wedding dress is silk, with very little lace at the ends of the long sleeves. The train is a medium length, and the veil that Luna slipped into the low bun, stops right above my hip. I swallow back my happy tears so I don't walk down the isle with mascara stains on my cheeks.
"May I come in?"
Speaks Lucius Malfoy from the other side of the door. Since I had no remaining family after the death of my father, I asked Draco's father. I looked up to him like a second dad. He said yes instantly, trying to hide his tears as we hugged.
"Yes."
The door opens and he freezes.
"Wow. You look wonderful dear. Your father would be so proud."
Lucius gave me a tight, warm hug. As if he's passing one on from my father who, like Lucius said, would be proud.
The three of us peer out of the upstairs window that looks out over the back yard which is where the ceremony is being held. A light melody begins to play.
"That's our queue. Are you ready?"
He asks.
"Yes. Just don't let me fall."
I say, as my voice quivers.
"Never."
Luna ran ahead to prop the doors open and to join the rest of the small crowd downstairs. The closer we get, the faster my heart pounds. Lucius gives my arm a gentle squeeze as we turn to down the isle. I look up at him and smile, grateful he's the one to give me away.
Severus turns and almost drops to his knees. Draco grabbed him in time. I catch Draco wiping a few tears off his cheeks as well. Blaise stands next to Draco, holding himself together a little bit better, but it's still obvious that his emotions are everywhere. Tears begin to flood down his face as he watches me get closer and closer. Lucius lifts my hand gently and places it in Severus'. Who can't contain his smile.
I don't remember what was said but I remember the kiss. Despite being in heels, I stand on my toes while Severus leans down. An electric, bliss filled spark fills my entire being as his lips connect with mine. My body feels like it's on fire, in the best way possible. My dream ends there.
***
I wake the next morning, 10 minutes before the breakfast was ready in the great hall. I quickly changed out of yesterdays robes and put on a clean uniform. After brushing my teeth and hair, I throw it into a messy bun. I run downstairs and find the boys waiting for me at the bottom of the stairs.
The day went by at a decent pace. In every class, they passed out our grades for their O.W.L. There was always a groan of disappointment in each class. I passed every exam with an outstanding. The weight from my shoulders fade away at the end of the day, after receiving all my grades. Draco and Blaise felt the same way as they both received outstanding's on their exams as well. Luna found us at dinner and shared her good news about her exams as well. Once dinner was done, I told the boys I'd see them tomorrow morning since I was going to finally visit Severus.
"Come in."
My heart does back flips inside my chest at the sound of his voice, as it always did.
"Hi darling. I heard you passed every exam. Im so proud of you."
Severus says as I closed the door behind me. My walk turned into a lazy jog as I went up to him.
His long, muscular arms wrapped themselves around me, lifting me up. His lips find mine and they don't depart until long after he put me down.
"Are still wanting to move in with me darling?"
I ask him.
I couldn't give up my fathers manor. The home that I share so many memories with. I was able to ask him about moving in with me through a letter I shoved under his chamber door a few weeks back.
"Yes love. All my things are packed and ready for this weekend."
We both smile.
Our lips find each other's again and this time, we don't let each other go for a very very long time. Getting truly lost in one another.