Thank you very much. SW69 has the next chapter. Hopefully it'll be up soon.

I'm glad that you did. Severus' comment might not be about her looks, it could be personality and looks combined... we don't really know much about her other than she's not nice. Thank you for reading and for the review.

I'm glad that you did. Severus' comment might not be about her looks, it could be personality and looks combined... we don't really know much about her other than she's not nice. Thank you for reading and for the review.

Yep, he does try. denial works - for a while. Well, yes, but Ron wasn't really into her in the first place, so this Lavender bit is really a sting. She'll be fine, and eventually see that he isn't for her. Thanky you for reading and for the review.

Yep, he does try. denial works - for a while. Well, yes, but Ron wasn't really into her in the first place, so this Lavender bit is really a sting. She'll be fine, and eventually see that he isn't for her. Thanky you for reading and for the review.

LOL yes, those are mine. In fact, Parchment jsut updated. I'm working on all three in ramdom and trying to get another set of chatpers out. Thank you very much for the support and the compliments. It's always nice to have a friend.  Thank you for the review.

I'm sorry it's taken me so long to answer this, but I just saw it. One love once in a while means as much, especially if you are enjoying my story. I'm delighted that you are enjoying this one. Thank you for reading and for the review.

Hi, just realized I didn't say much to you about this chapter.  So, here goes - I know you have the anti-venom potion as part of Severus' class for a particular reason.  And probably not the reason we may be thinking.  Wonder what you have planned?Also, Hermione has voiced her theory to Ron regarding the apparent connection between Voldy and Harry.  I don't recall that she's mentioned this in any of her conversations with Severus.  Surely, she'll be bringing this up to him if she hasn't already.Loved how you wrote the scene in Umbridge's office when Severus is trying to relay information to Hermione.  Even if Umbridge wasn't so wrapped up in her anger, I don't think she would have suspected Severus of trying to tell Hermione anything with eye contact and eye movement.  Only friends who know each other well would be able to communicate in such a manner.  Umbridge would never realize that there is a well-formed relationship between the Potion's Master and a fifth year student. Nicely done.Okay, think that's all I have to say right now.  Another wonderful chapter.  Keep 'em coming, Bea.

Wow, a double review. lol I’m so glad that you liked Severus’ comments and his subtleness toward her. Yes, he has. Seventeen years is a long time and he does feel the gap between them more than she does. Oh, Dep of M is coming up quickly. Next chapter you find out what happened. I was going to make it part of this chapter, but then it got way to long. So sorry, a bit of a wait on that part I’m afraid.

Sixth year starts out with a few surprises and some things not in canon. Some angst and Hermione comes of age, well, wizarding age. lol

Yes, I did bring back into play the potion to counteract Nagini’s venom. (I keep wondering what JKR had in mind killing a Potions master like Severus off with a snake bite – geesh) 

Yep, in this version, Hermione and Ron turn to their friends. Strength in numbers, together strong – divided you fall, and both the Dark Lord and Dumbledore play things close to the vest – the Dark Lord likes to keep people separated – makes them easier to manipulate. The DA is strongest when together – so here they are. Together.

Yes, some people just don’t get subtle. lol But he did try to convey his message to Hermione. You’re right, only close friends can read each other’s signals but then again, Severus and Hermione – he shoved her away for so long, giving only little bits here and there and this time, well, she didn’t get it, obviously since they all flew off to the MoM.

Thank you for reading and for the review. Hugs and happy holidays to you and yours.

,Oh, there are definately more chapters comeing! I'm so glad that you enjoyed my story thus far. There will be a few chapters of Professor Snape and Hermione, for a bit, but young Severus will be back later. I have three other WIP's that have need of updates, and I will then post on this one. Thank you for the kind note, it warms the shackles of my heart,beaweasley2

Yes, she does, but Harry has his and she (and he) doesn't know where the mate to the pair is. So that is another problem. Yep, off flying to London!  Thank you for reading and for the review.

You know, I think you are right. lol Thank you so much for the review and the pretty starts.

I love fireworks! And who doesn't like capture the scarf? I'm glad that you enjoyed it.  Thank you for reading and for the review.

Yeah, I mean who doesn't like capture the scarf, especially when you can stun each other!  Of course he gave her points, I'm glad that you liked that.  and I'm glad that you liked my enraged Seveurs and a sullen Harry. Thankyou for reading and for the review.

well, as teens its only the sad goodbye of friends, new friends at that. Yep, Severus almost got kissed. Oh, the return is coming up. Thank you for the review and the stars.

Beth, that is exactly what he's doing. He's losing her and so his tendancy is to protect himself by pushing her away. Some guys do this. He's upset, so he snaps at her.  All he neded was to see how it hurt her, and he softened. She on the other hand will see this as his 'trait' and it will help her later on to deal with him. oops. spoiler. sorry.Yes, he was thinking about keeping her, adopting her as a sort of kid sister. But think about his homelife. Tobais is not a nice guy = he's abusive. There is the problem of where to put her, and his father abusing her. (walking into her room at night?)  Sorry, but yes, it was to paint a bad pic that he knew couldn't happen.Yes, saying good-bye is always hard even if it's for a year. For him it will be 115 years before he sees her again - he knows he won't see her until he's an adult. For her it's seconds - he knows it's going to be a long time. My aunt lives in Ill. We live in Ca. When she comes to visit, Mum is so happy, but when she has to go home Mum cries for days after because she misses her sister so.

Severus is feeling that loss.

Her saying "I love you," (muffled into 'luff' because she's saying into his chest), I wanted to have a way for her to stay as well. Then the kiss. Yes, HE will be thinking about that for a long time... she will not have time to dwel on it - her trip lsts only seconds. His is 17 years.I'm glad that you liked this one and were able to understand the pain, loss, and confusion of his and her feelings. Thank you for the review, Beth. As always, a joy to read what you think.

I'm so glad that you liked this one. Of course the Slytherins are banding together. Oh yes, Hermione was, but it was for a good cause. Thank you for reading and for the review.

I'm glad you liked the bit with Molly. Sev is a good guy, dark and ansty, but good at heart. Ron, well, he doesn't grow up in the book until later, does he? Oh you like his paln, good. lol  Thank you for reading and for the review.

Oh I have side stories and side plots. lol Nope, but sometime you need the breather - even JKR did 300 pages of camping. Thank you for reading and for the review.

I know, it's fully written I"m just waiting to get my chapters back  There are others, happy reading which ever you chose.Thank you for readign and for the review.

You are most welcome, I'm delighted that you enjoyed it. Did you see the picture that Proulxes drew for me on the pool scene? it's perfct! I put it on my Deviant Art account so people could see it.   Yes, he does have it bad for her but he's fighting it. and yep, he has ever since their time together as teens. Yep, he did feel the need to wrap himself up from her. lol Of course she thakned him for the charm, and yes, it was good that he acknowledged it. In a way it's a reminder to them both of what they had as well as that day together. As for if she knows it yet or not, Hermoine hasn't done anything untoward at all, she simple got out of the pool as requested, er demanded and was headed to where the towels were... of course they were right behind him.  lol  Thank you for reading and for the review. Happy reading Beth.

Yes, I did see Proulxes' art, and I intended to remark on it in my review.  She did a wonderful job and nailed both of them.  Snape made me laugh.  And I did notice that the towels were right behind him.  LOL!!!  It was a brilliant idea for the story and brilliant artwork to illustrate it.

You are most welcome, I'm delighted that you enjoyed it. Did you see the picture that Proulxes drew for me on the pool scene? it's perfct! I put it on my Deviant Art account so people could see it.   Yes, he does have it bad for her but he's fighting it. and yep, he has ever since their time together as teens. Yep, he did feel the need to wrap himself up from her. lol Of course she thakned him for the charm, and yes, it was good that he acknowledged it. In a way it's a reminder to them both of what they had as well as that day together. As for if she knows it yet or not, Hermoine hasn't done anything untoward at all, she simple got out of the pool as requested, er demanded and was headed to where the towels were... of course they were right behind him.  lol  Thank you for reading and for the review. Happy reading Beth.

Yes, I did see Proulxes' art, and I intended to remark on it in my review.  She did a wonderful job and nailed both of them.  Snape made me laugh.  And I did notice that the towels were right behind him.  LOL!!!  It was a brilliant idea for the story and brilliant artwork to illustrate it.

I’m glad that you enjoyed the game of capture the scarf. I mean, who doesn’t love playing that game?

The Slytherins? I’m not so sure it was intentional to give Hermione the credit as much as it was to make sure Severus didn’t blame any of them. lol

Nope, she didn’t find out. And your right, it would have helped. Alas…

I never said exactly what Harry saw, but yes, Severus is very angry about it. Too bad Hermione didn’t give him time to cool off before going down to see him, but then she doesn’t know that side of his personality yet, does she?

I’m delighted that you enjoyed the fireworks. That was fun to type.

For now, there isn’t a lot of interaction, because she’s so focused on things going on in lessons, OWL revision and Harry’s dreams – and we all know what’s coming up – the MoM adventure, er, break in, well, it’s more a rescue. No, that’s not right, fiasco – charge! lol

Next chapter is in queue. I have quite a few written and it covers some summer, well, let’s just say, you can’t always trust a handsome face.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours as well.  Thank you for reading and for the review. I love all your comments.

I re-read this chapter today and thought about the two very different reactions Severus had in this chapter.  The first reaction was to Hermione's care of the younger students during the fireworks - pride in her ability to promote a calm atmosphere by playing a game that excluded house affilliation.  He contemplates this while gazing at the night sky, looking towards the Gryffindor tower and celebrating with a flask of Firewhisky (loved that part), alone.  The second reaction was when Hermione confronts Severus after the doomed occlumency lesson.  He forces her to leave, admonishes her for using his given name and then remains in his office in the dark, alone.  His celebrations and his 'defeats' occur when he's alone - as they have always done in the past.  When looking at him from that perspective, it seems he has never developed the ability to go through anything in his life with any type of support system.  He's not have a close friend or confidant to 'share' anything in his life with.  I realize this is not a new concept or anything, but for some reason after reading this chapter again today, I was struck with this thought.  I hope you, in your writings, will allow Severus to develop this 'missing' part of his personality and that Hermione will have the maturity to help him with that developement.  Okay, enough with the psychoanalysis.  Not sure where that came from, just wanted to tell you about it.  Hope you had a great day.

Thank you very much. He has his immature moments. lol Thank you very much for reading and for the review.

Thank you very much. That is so kind of you to say. There is more, I promise, it will be in queue soon. Thank you very much for the review.

You're welcome for the update. I'm glad that you enjoye the other reactions. Thank you for reading and for the review. Next chapter will be in queue soon, I promise.

Yes, a little. I'm glad you liked the use of Keats. Thank you for reading and for the review.

Now that I've finished the chapter...I see Severus is expanding who he consults in regards to the potion for Dumbledore.  I wonder if the 'brains' might get to come out and play with him soon as well.  I mean one alchemy and potions seem to be their forte.I was good seeing Severus open up some about his past.  Hermione should feel super special.

Obviously ampuation is an option in the magical world, Mad Eye lost a leg from a curse or amputation, so I don't know why it wasn't sonsidred with Dumbledore. I was only showing the events as they occured. I'd have to send a letter to Severus or MadamPomfrey to ask.Severus is trying anything that might lead to a cure for the old man. Its hard for him to be so open about his past, so yes, she realizes it. Thank you for reading and for the review.