And we thought Severus was snarky when had control of the things he says!
I like this new development! And Severus was great.
So that's Severus' apology? Why am I not surprised. Another great chapter! I really enjoy your straightforward writing style, and your dialogue is very natural. Keep up the good work!
First, THANK YOU for updating.
Second, why was she cooperating so meekly with Dumbledore who was a participant when they took her ovaries hostage?
Third, why did Snape give up his wand, give the vial, and Remus the draught when he finally had the upper hand? Seems to me he would have at least gloated a little before relenting. It seemed out of character dor Snape, though you had him perfectly up to that pont.
Author's Response: Great observations. Recall that Rosemary looked into Dumbledore's eyes and decides that he is trustworthy before she opened up to him. When asked, she explains that she knows when people are lying to her that she gets hunches about people that are always correct. Severus and Albus explain to her that that is because she is a Legilimens (even though she doesn't have the first idea what that is. Yes, she did trust Albus quickly, but she also threw in her lot very quickly with Remus. Don't you find that a bit odd too? ;)
As far as Severus goes. Yes, he was acting very, very odd at the end. That will be explained in the chapter after the next, which is the chapter where the plot really begins. Severus is one very nasty, confused man in this story.
I'm so excited that you are wondering about all of the things that I was hoping a reader would be curious about. It will make it that much more fun when everything comes together.
hrm.... interesting. Love Snape not having control...excellent. And thank you for updating so quickly...!
I started reading this elsewhere, and was totally psyched to see it over here, and further on!!! I love this story, and Rosemary is incredible. I can't wait to see her rip into Severus and Albus....i want front row seats!
Author's Response: The story is already complete and I hope to be posting updates every Monday and Thursday. Up until chapter 13 it's really all just set up. I think you'll really enjoy it when the plot kicks in.
I think she didn't need to apologize to her. I think she was right to drink the vial and assume Lupin hadn't done anything very stupid. Anyway, he apologized, so I guess that's OK. Hmmmm, Tonks was kind of harsh on her.
Although I understand that Dumbledore has fath in Rosemary's ability, why didn't he agree to ask Snape to return it? Wouldn't it have been the curtious thing to do?
Author's Response: Between the Order and Hogwarts, Albus has better things to worry about than Remus Lupin's sex life. His interest in the situation is selfish. Rosemary has skills that he might wish to take advantage of, so it's in his interest to help Remus out a bit. But he also wants to evaluate Rosemary. What better way than to give her a problem to solve. Albus is a great manipulator. (Hey wait! That's the name of a future chapte.)
I am crazy about how you write both Lupin and Rosemary. They're fantastic.
"Outcasts" came up as "recently added", so I was expecting a new chapter. However, chapter 10 (control issues) shows up among the reviews, but I can't see the actual chapter. ???
Author's Response: It takes a few hours for the administrators to approve new chapter. It should be up later this afternoon. I hope you enjoy it!
Fabulous!!!!!!
Oh, PLEASE let her open the present in the next chapter... PLEASE let them *use* the present in the next chapter... PLEASE post the next chapter soon.
Love this story.
I'm having so much fun with your story!
Very good chapter.
Hey, Remus is two months older than me, to the day. Ah, now I really feel a connection to him. (sigh)
Hey! Chocolate covered werewolf.. sound pretty good to me! ;-) Just love this story! MORE!!!
This has been the most romantic chapter sofar... those tender moments shared after being intimate are always so special. So sad Remus is forbidden from having children... just not right.
Okay. Mme Pomfrey makes sense...(and i sorta agree iwth the ick) perhap Rosemerta? (she does come across as rather...glandular in canon.)
Either case, excellent story...looking forward to the rest:)
Author's Response: Yes, it was Poppy. The reason for the relationship becomes clear later in the story. Ick? Perhaps, but Ro doesn't have any complaints. ;)
The only person in that age catagory, who is not a professor and knows a great deal about the human body? Not to mention that Remus would have come into close contact with her every single month after the full moon. You're telling us he shagged Poppy Pomfrey, aren't you? ICK! Very nice chapter, though. Keep them coming - er - the chapters, I mean!
Author's Response: The story is already finished, so I will keep them coming regularly - er - the chapters, I mean. :D
“What is God’s name do you think you’re doing?” Poor Remus! I hate those nasty things too... smelly.. unnatural. Good thing that spell came to mind. He loves her? Rosemary better not break his heart... I may have to kick her muggle ass if she does! Great chapter!
“Damn, it’s good to be a wizard!” Good for Remus! Great chapter!
Good chapter! I like the transition of the characters' emotions. And I love your portrayal of Remus.
Too funny! Well... I'm glad to know werewolves practice safe sex. Good thing HE was thinking. Now she gets to explain how a condom works. I'm sure she will "handle" the situation ;-) Great chapter! MORE!
This was a rollercoaster of different emotions. First the high from the attack, then the giggles regarding the hiden section, then to desire, sympathy, then a tinge of hope. Good chapter!