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beholder_mod (beholder_mod) wrote in hp_beholder,
@ 2011-04-13 15:02:00

Entry tags:

beholder_2011, femslash, fic, hermione granger, millicent bulstrode, rating:pg

FIC: "Reap What You Sew" for leela_cat
Recipient: leela_cat
Author/Artist: alisanne
Title: Reap What You Sew
Rating: PG
Pairings: Millicent Bulstrode/Hermione Granger, Ron Weasley/Pansy Parkinson, Severus Snape/Harry Potter
Word Count: +/-12,200
Warnings/Content Information (Highlight to View): *None*.
Summary: When an old school nemesis re-enters Millicent’s life it gives her the opportunity to prove herself that she never thought she’d receive.
Author's/Artist's Notes: Many thanks to the mod for the opportunity to participate in this wonderful fest! Leela_Cat, you mentioned an interest in wizarding life and traditions, friendships and relationships. I hope this suits!

"Reap What You Sew"

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alwaysasnapefan
2011-04-14 11:00 pm UTC (link)

Millicent smiled, savouring the look of shock on her face. “Yes. You’re Parvati Patil. You were in my year at Hogwarts. Gryffindor if I recall correctly.” Not many people outside of Slytherin House knew that Millicent had an excellent memory for faces and names, and Millicent liked it that way. It’s always good when people underestimate me.”
This is so Slytheriny!

Between Millicent getting all flustered hearing Hermione's name and Hermione thinking she looks good...oh gosh, I am so hooked already.

Hermione tried to reconcile the girl she remembered with this self-possessed woman in front of her.
A beautiful line.

Which was how she ended up clad in only knickers and bra, with Bulstrode draping cloth over body her while Parvati was measured by Madam Malkin herself.
HA. I really love how Hermione was understanding and Milicent was annoyed but civil about the fact Parvati was being a bit of a dick.

What must it be like to have no one ever believe you?
FFFFFFFFFFFF!

I really love the line about how Hermione would look good in anything. This tension is awesome.

“Actually, I think my dress will surprise you.”
...I like how this line reflects you know, that Millicent could surprise her, surprise both of them, anyone.

weaving protections into every seam
I love this. Oddly protective sounding, even though it's probably standard procedure.

I LOVE the bit where she worries Hermione might not like it. And I like that she didn't get to see it on her.

I like the character of Madam Malkin, ha. She's really interesting.

I love that Hermione puts on her grandmother's jewelry. That's so characteristic.

I WANT A DRESS WITH POCKETS. Ones big enough for reference books. Ha, the verb "slipped" makes putting reference books in one's dress pockets seem so normal. :-D

I love that she got too into her new job to pay much attention to Harry or Ron.

“Yeah, well, the only thing I know is that after that I’m never going camping again,” Harry muttered. “Even if a new Dark wizard shows up.”
THIS. It's so Harry.

The comment made Hermione see red for a moment. “Will you stop calling her that?” she said. “She showed you her arm; what will it take for you to leave her alone?”
Oh man. Her reaction is so hot. Ha, someone needed to tell Parvati off, for sure.

The feeling of pride that she could be both clever and attractive was heady
Oh god, this is so in-character.

“Eet seems I try to kees women who like women.”
Oh Viktor. MAN, he is cute here.

Ron trying to look down Pansy's shirt.

“Yes.” Granger’s breathing quickened and, inadvertently, Millicent’s hand slid around her waist, holding her in place. “In a heartbeat.”
Oh. Oh I am so in love.

I love the bit about Hermione being pleased with what she chose. Their closeness with that kiss was so amazing.

Hermione teasing Ron about seducing his mirror.

so you’ll need a formal dress--” She grinned. “I’m guessing that won’t be too much of a problem for you, though.”
HA. Oh, I love this.

Accepting the note, Granger glanced at it for a long moment as if memorising it.
It is so in-character for her to want to be prepared.

“I can’t believe you’re not going to tell me who your date is.” Pansy inspected her own reflection in the mirror. “If you weren’t so good at sewing, I’d be angry with you.
LOL I am already going to like your Pansy.

“I don’t ask men out.”
...Yeah, I love her.

Ha, a reference to the cat thing, to the cat itself!

“Merlin, I have breasts!”
This line forever.

“You had them before.”
Pfft!

“Hermione, you sly thing, you,” she said. “You’re dating Bulstrode? You know what this means, don’t you?”

Hermione’s hand tightened on Millicent’s. “Er-- no?”

“You’re going to be the best-dressed witch in the Ministry!” Parvati was pouting.
This fic is so hilarious. I don't even.

Pushing past her, Hermione said, “If I hurt her, I’ll hex myself.”
That is awesome.

“It’s very....neat. Shall we mess it up a bit?”
HA.

What an awesome little fic. Really loved Hermione and Millicent in this!

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alisanne
2011-05-31 06:14 pm UTC (link)

*giggles*
Thank you so much! *beams like a beaming thing* I love stream of consciousness comments!

I had a great time writing this fic, so it is especially wonderful to have someone point out the specific lines they enjoyed, too. *dances* Thank you, thank you for taking the time to do that!
You have some of my favorite lines in there, too, btw, especially when it comes to Pansy, who I adore here.
And Millicent's CAT, OMG, of course I had to include the cat. *giggles again*

And I can't seem to stop smiling. :)

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