Severus and Hermione made it through the crowd and the moment they stepped outside they apparated to Severus' home. Once she felt safe her shoulders sagged a bit and Severus kept hold of her.

"Do you need to sit down?" He asked a little fearful.

"Yes. Maybe apparating just yet was a bad idea." Severus nodded in understanding and walked with her to the library lay down on one of the plush sofas.

"I'll be right back." Severus disappeared to get some tea and some snacks for Hermione. As she lay there she sunk further in to the sofa.

"Was this always this soft?" she whispered to herself. She was pretty sure Severus didn't cast a cushioning charm. She sat up and pulled herself to her feet and took off her robe then sat back down to take off the shoes before getting comfortable on the sofa again.

Severus returned with a tray with a full teapot, two teacups and a bowl of fruits for Hermione to eat. Severus had figured fruit was the best thing for her to eat for now as it was cooling and would aid in hydrating her. No sugar or milk as they both took their tea black. He poured her a cup and handed it to her as she sat back up.

"Thank you." She whispered. Those words alone though made a movement inside Severus. He felt it but didn't pay it much mind. They sat and ate and drank in comfortable silence. Hermione on the Sofa and Severus on the floor. Although, Severus was also so lost in thought he hadn't noticed when Hermione had put her cup and saucer back on the tray and lay back down to sleep until he heard a near quiet moan. Severus turned around to find Hermione curled up facing him fast asleep. He took the robe she had taken off and draped it over her.

Quietly, Severus had gathered the tray and took it to the kitchen. He placed everything in the sink and set the magic for them to wash themselves. He turned and stood there in thought.

"Now what?" He whispered. He was married now. Granted to someone agreeable at least even if she's a former student and one third of the golden trio. But he's never been in a situation of being in a relationship. Sure he's been with witches but that amounted to one-night stands or the forced orgies the Dark Lord held. For now, he would have to help Hermione come to terms with things while he does the same as well as help her heal.