A/N: Where did the weekend go, and why can't I get ahead?
Well, he'd mucked that up nicely. Remus was out of his chair in a flash. As devious as the Slytherin was, the devious man had still been a forty-two year old virgin until after lunch. He'd just been experimenting with his abilities and Remus had forgotten that. Remus hoped was wouldn’t get lost as he pursued Severus to the north wing.
His pursuit didn't last long, he stepped out the door Severus had and they were now both in a bedroom.
"Fuck!"
Severus' back was to Remus. "I assume that means this isn't your room?"
"Fucking, Lucius and his fucking games."
"Maybe there's another way out. We haven't really tried anything different in any of the rooms."
"Different? How different do you want it?"
Remus sighed. "I didn't mean that. I meant we didn't try spells, or charms or looking for a weakness in the puzzle."
"Lupin. There's one way out because he wants only one way out. It would be pointless to try."
"I'm sorry, Severus, about just now in the ballroom. It had been fun and exciting to be on the other side of that at lunch; I thought I would return the favor. Obviously, it upset you and I'm sorry."
"Lupin…" Severus raked his hand through his hair. "It's been a long day….and…"
"I understand." And I was an idiot to forget, but you were so arousing and responsive and so Severus. "Look there's a pair of comfy looking chairs with ottomans and a rack of books, let's just sit relax and have a nice read."
"I do not need to be placated."
"I know, but I wouldn't mind a soothing bit of reading in that cushy looking chair."
Severus looked dubious, but went to the bookshelves anyway. He picked out a book called 'Ancient to Modern Runes'. Remus went with the less educational choice and took the latest 'Vigilo Jones, Wizard Detective' novel. Remus slipped off his shoes and sat down. The overstuffed chair was a promised, something to sink into and enjoy.
After about an hour Severus asked. "Are you really planning on reading all night?"
"No." He glanced at the clock. "I imagine I'll read for another half an hour and then brush my teeth and go to sleep."
"You plan to sleep here?"
"It is a bedroom, and it is nighttime."
"But…." Severus sputtered.
"Severus, we have everything we need at the moment here. There's a bed, bath and reading materials. You've had an eventful day.."
Severus drew himself up "I believe I was equal to the task."
"You were more than equal, Severus. Wonderful, actually. I thought a good night's sleep would; well prepare us for Lucius' next twist. The thestral stables at midnight do have a certain appeal, but… I could certainly use a rest first."
"There's only one bed."
"And plenty of room in it."
"And pyjamas?"
"I don't wear any so it's not a problem."
"Lupin!"
"Severus, you have already seen me naked, but if you prefer I can keep my pants on."
"I'm not a prude. Do as you like. I'll sleep over here."
Remus brushed his teeth and used the facilities before slipping into bed nude. He dimmed the bed table light and curled up under the blankets. The sheets here were silky cotton and he drifted off quickly. He woke to the sounds of moaning, and then a moment later there was a crash as Severus fell out of his chair and hit the floor.
Remus was out of bed in a moment, trying to help Severus up.
"Lupin, you're nude."
"I know. Are you all right?"
Severus sat up straight, but he was shivering. "I don't believe I have broken anything."
Remus held out a hand.
"I'm fine." Severus snapped, and remained on the floor as he continued to shake.
"Fine, my arse. What were you dreaming about?"
"It is certainly none of your business." Severus snipped.
Remus had had enough; he picked up the quaking man and sat him on the bed. He started to unbutton Severus' shirt, when Severus raised a hand and let it fall.
"Just shirt and trousers, Severus. You can keep the rest on."
Remus flipped back the blankets and moved Severus so he was underneath them.
"Lupin." Severus hissed. "I do not need.."
"You’re shivering and obviously affected by your nightmare. Lay back, try to relax.
"This is ridiculous." Severus stated firmly as his teeth chattered.
"How long before you stop shaking?"
"How would I know?"
"I think you've had this nightmare before." Remus said simply and slid under the blankets on the other side of the bed.
Severus continued his shivering and shaking for another few minutes. Before Remus spoke again. "I’d like to try something."
"And that is?"
"I'd like to put my arms around you and spoon up behind you."
"The prize goes to Lupin for the worst seduction line ever."
"Not seduction, Severus. I would hold you and share my presence and my body heat. If you keep shaking like this your muscles will ache in the morning."
Severus agreed tiredly, "Very well."
Remus moved slowly and wrapped his arms around Severus, pressing up against his back. Severus grasped one of Remus' hands tightly. The shivering went on for a few more moments, but then subsided rapidly. After another minute or two, Remus whispered Severus' name. The deep slow breathing let him know Severus had fallen asleep. Remus rested his head against Severus' shoulder and went to sleep.
It was still dark when Remus awoke the second time. Severus had turned in his arms and was nuzzling his neck. There were no longer pants between he and Severus. Severus hard cock was pressed against Remus' hip.
"Severus?"
"Busy." He said as he nipped at Remus' throat.
"Severus, are you certain?"
"Quite." He was nibbling Remus' ear, now.
"Severus, you didn't want me to touch you."
"Always wanted you to touch me." He rocked his cock against Remus.
"Severus?"
Remus rocked his hips harder. "Touch me. Remus. Touch me."
The plea appeared genuine, although Remus had his reservations.
"Do not make me beg."
Remus clasped their cocks together and stroked.
"Ah, yes that's it."
Remus kissed Severus and pumped their cocks together using the rhythm of Severus' hips.
"More." Severus breathed.
Remus stroked Severus' back as he alternated caressing and pumping their cock between them.
"Harder. Steady." Severus wrapped a leg over Remus' hip and pulled them closer, and then sucked on Remus' shoulder insistently.
"I'm ready, Severus." Remus panted.
'Been ready." Was the reply.
Remus captured Severus' mouth with his own, letting their tongues duel as orgasm washed over them almost simultaneously. Severus pulled his leg off Remus' hip and tucked his head under Remus' chin. Remus accio'd his wand and cleaned them up. A minute or two later, Remus realized Severus was already asleep. He pulled the blankets up over them, and dozed off himself.
The light filtering through the draperies was the watery kind that belonged to early morning. Remus' arms still surrounded Severus. At this moment he couldn't be bothered to move. He knew he should, but he reveled in the feeling of them together. Yes, he knew his was in eyeball deep and needed to be careful. For all he knew Severus was on in cock deep, if he could pardon his own pun. Severus stirred, and then stiffened.
"Good morning, Severus."
"It was all real then? Not dreams?"
"You had a nightmare while you were sleeping in the chair."
"And you held me? And later we….."
"Yes, Severus."
Severus wiggled to release himself. Remus let him go. Severus didn't go very far, he threw himself onto his back and placed his forearm across his eyes. "Did I talk?"
"You wouldn't tell me about your nightmare. Don't you remember?"
"Occasionally, I talk in my sleep."
"And you think you did last night?"
"It's quite possible."
"You didn't say anything that I would categorize as embarrassing and you didn’t reveal any secrets to me."
Severus remained quiet. Remus began to wonder which part of the evening Severus had actually been awake for.