Between Two Worlds
Chapter 4

Author's Note: Thank you to all of the brilliant people who read and reviewed the story so far. I sincerely appreciate the feedback. Now, before beginning chapter four, I'll take the time to explain the names of the children. First of all, Mackenzie Eileen. The name Mackenzie randomly came to me and I liked how it sounded with the last name Snape. Her middle name is Eileen for obvious reasons. Carter James is their son. Again, Carter was just a random decision. It's a name I really like and it just fit well. James is peculiar considering Severus and James were enemies, but it was after Harry, not James. Since Harry is Carter's godfather, she decided to just pass down the middle name. When I began writing I didn't even think of Harry's father. Now let's jump into the story!

For some strange reason, Hermione was absolutely thrilled to go home. She wanted to tell Severus all about what the mediwitch said about the baby. He would be absolutely ecstatic once he heard the news. Two weeks – just two weeks and Hermione would have the baby. She was a little scared about actually having the child. Everyone would expect her to know what to do because of Kenzie and Carter, but in reality she had no idea what to do. Hermione decided to start reading any and all books about childbirth that she could come across. At least one of the books had to be able to help her. If not, she would have to go by instincts and simply wing it.

When she walked into the house, she headed to the kitchen immediately. Hermione was starving and extremely thirsty. The refrigerator door was open and her heart fluttered at the thought of telling Severus how close their baby was to arriving. She never imagine Severus as a father – definitely not the father to her children – but here she was married to him and carrying his baby. As she ran her hand over her stomach looking at the open refrigerator, she giggled, feeling so unbelievably happy. It was no longer strange that she was married to Severus Snape. Hermione now accepted that this was her life. Seeing a magical 3D sonogram of her son or daughter was enough for her to feel all the happiness in the world. The baby kicked, causing Hermione to giggle once again.

The refrigerator door closed and Hermione went pale. It wasn't her husband behind the refrigerator door – it was someone she despised: Draco Malfoy. "Draco, what the hell are you doing in my house?" She was glaring at him and had her hand over her stomach protectively. Why on Earth would be at her house? Draco raised an eyebrow at her. "I'm here to see my godfather, goddaughter, and their family. I thought you knew I was coming after your appointment at Mungos. You actually asked me to come here so you could share whatever news you got." Draco was now her friend? Well, now that was all too weird. He was even Kenzie's godfather. She felt dizzy for a moment and quickly steadied herself. Draco stepped closer to her worriedly. "You alright?" She nodded. "Perfectly fine! Just excited about everything I suppose. Come on let's go to the other room and I'll tell everyone what the doctor said." Draco reluctantly nodded and followed Hermione into the living room.

Immediately, Severus jumped out of his seat grinning and kissed his wife. Normally Hermione would hesitate, but she felt herself actually falling for Severus at least a little bit so she was okay with returning the kiss. When he pulled away he rested his hand on her belly and smiled when he felt the baby kick. "How long until he or she joins our family?" Hermione kissed her husband again, "About two weeks." His face lit up. Hermione hadn't been around long, but she could tell that Severus was a great father. It was always attractive when a man was good to children. Hermione felt a small tug on her shirt and looked down to see a little girl she didn't know. It had to be Draco's daughter. "Auntie Hermione, when does the baby come? I want a new cousin!" Hermione smiled and was about to answer when Draco cut it. "Melanie Andromeda Malfoy, how many times do I have to tell you that you have to say excuse me; remember your manners." The little girl blushed. "It's okay, Draco. Melody can interrupt. She's just excited." Melody smiled up at Hermione gratefully. "We have about two weeks until the baby comes. Don't worry I'll make sure we tell your daddy and he'll tell you." Melody hugged Hermione quickly and happy before running off to play with Kenzie and Carter.

Glancing over at Draco, Hermione smiled. She had to admit she was glad they were able to become friends. It was obvious he didn't look at her as a filthy little mudblood anymore which made her even happier. "I'm going to go get dinner ready," Severus announced while letting go of Hermione and heading to the kitchen. "I'll help," Draco said enthusiastically while following Severus into the kitchen. Hermione smiled at her husband and friend before plopping down on the couch, rubbing her hands over her stomach. Life was really growing inside of her. Every time she felt her son or daughter kick, she wanted to cry. Being pregnant was a terribly exhausting yet amazing experience. It saddened her to think that she might have to leave all of this behind and someday return home. She and Severus had a beautiful home and a beautiful family. She had stronger friendships and everything just seemed better for her. Part of her knew that she would probably have to go back. She couldn't just leave Harry and Ron behind. She missed ten years of her life. She was so torn and thought about crying, but when she felt her son or daughter kick, she smiled. The kick was a reassurance that everything would be alright.

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