OH NOOOOO! She almost had him... drat, darn it, *other expletives*  Bad author!  Making us drool over the moment... Great chapter!  Hope to see more soon.  Cheers!

Couldn't you just strangle him?! At least we know the truth! Great chapter, really tense, loved it!

Oh bugger...if she had only talked faster.  Damn!Well no matter....we know! and Hermoine will soon too, no doubt.  This is a great story

STUPID BASTARD (not you of course). I suppose he said that to protect her but still he's an unsufferable greasy git. and for the rest it was brilliant as ever. Thank you very much.

Ouch. bad timing there, hopefully Hermione will realize that. Great chapter.Truly

Wow, I'm on the edge of my seat, that was a fab chapter!

Wow I'm stuck to my chair. I'ts amazing how you make the tension and suspense increase in this last scene. I was there with them, I could feel Hermione's panic and Severus' pain. Wow. Now that I know I made up for my delay I just can't wait to know what's happen next. Please don't make me wonder too long.

So He loves Her so much that he accepts not to go directly to a certain death. That's interesting. But the last phrases scare me as I'm not sure he's convinced that he deserves to live nor be happy. Once again very great chapter and job. Thank you so much for it.

This little boy learns very quickly and seems to become very good at dueling. Whereas his teacher is as stubborn as he used to be. Unfortunately Hermione didn't manage to change that. Well maybe it isn't necessary as I'm wrong and he didn't go to Voldy. I'll add one thing let's see that.

That's probably the most funny thing I've read for a while. And I particularly love those lines : "Fine! Fine! I'll take it!” [...] Only because you're totally humiliating me in public. Let me loose and I'll take the damn thing."“Oh, and ten points from Slytherin for snogging in the halls!”It still makes me laugh. Thank you for that brilliant chapter.

Gods, this is amazing! I'm sure you hear that a lot, but it doesn't make it any less true. Your style of writing is very advanced, and your characterization of Snape is very canon-compliant. I eagerly await the next chapter!

oh nasty place to stop. excellent though.Please update soon.Truly

He does care for her eh ? *big laugh* Well I think it's the begining of acceptation. I really like to know what will happen next between the two of them. After all, Hermione's influence is already visible. That's unexpected : he congratulates Harry for good work in class. If the others would have heard what he said to Harry, they clearly wouldn't believe their ears. It would mean that he begins to become human. But I guess someone has to know that one way or another. Well I think I'm going to bed and come back tomorrow for the rest. That breaks my heart to do so but it's becoming very late now in my country and my boss wouln't be happy if I sleep at work ;)PS : I already said that before to some others authors but 5 stars isn't enough to rate stories. 10 would be more appropriate especially at the time.

"Who are these people " Hem She didn't answer that, but is there any need of that ? *big grin*the following chapters must be very interesting especially when they will meet again. I wonder if Severus will deny it or accept it. I'm gonna see that in a few minutes ...

Wow.  You've made me breathless!

Well, you weren't kidding...that was tough to read.  Please more tho!

Interesting Ritual so far.  I am really enjoying the play between Hermione and Severus.  Where is Ron is this?  I really don't think he would be at home, but then again I am also surprised that Harry has not had to visit the Dursleys for any link of time yet either.  Don't get me wrong I really am enjoying the story just some things that keep poking me trying to get attention.

Intense.   And of course you must leave it there!

Great chapter!  I'm anxious to see what happens next.  Good Lord!  The suspense is killing me.  Cheers!

Ooh, I can't wait to see what happens next!  Great descriptive writing.

I hope the ceremony worked to release Severus from Voldemort. That would be really great. He won't have to worry about being taken, and Hermione won't have to worry about him going.  I hope Hermione is able to keep Severus from following into the Dark Arts like he used to. I don't think it was a good idea for Albus to tell him of the books, but in the case of releasing him from Voldemort, I guess is good enough reason. I can't wait to read more.

What a horrible place to leave it. Does it work? Is he a 'free' man. How will Hermione react to what she saw. The suspense is killing me. Please update soon!!!!!

yike!!  what an evil cliffy.  more please soon and thank you

UGH!!!!  I need more!!  I can't wait for an update...

This is a fantastic story.  I just started reading it yesterday, and I want more.  I'm glad to see the next chapter is in queue.  I love how you keep Hermione and Severus in character, but you don't let him push her around.  I like strong Hermione.  She's awesome!