I almost wondered if I'd skipped a chapter, the way this one jumped so far ahead, but I got it figured out lol. I liked the story, and loved that everything resolved nicely, happy endings for all.

You know, I was figuring this wasn't just a dream, I thought he had come back to her. And now that he's a free man, if he stays with her (in the public eye of course), they can't say she's bribed or threatened him because he can leave whenever he wants..

Lol, loving it so far. And i LOVE that Hermione went and got ready fit the shower anyways lol. Spunky little thing! Snape will be dreaming of her naked ass tonight!

Loved the chapter! Hermione really lost it but sometimes that's a good thing. Just hope they can both see it that way when they wake up (doubt it though). Keep up with the good work.

Whoa! I picked the right time to tune into this WIP didn't I? A fantstic plot build up and lemons! WOOT!!!!

Seriously, the plot has got me hooked. I want to see what Harry's cooking up at the ministry. I hope you manage to post again soon.

More lemons would be good too. ;) 

HOT DAMN!  Now that was one sexy slice of lemon PIE!  Hope they don't push each other away when they wake up again...  And I'm delighted Harry went after Scrimgeour in a big way!!

wow.  that i was not expecting!  and i got the impression from your author's note, that maybe you weren't exactly expecting it, either.  but if your characters are going to run off and have their way with the scene, that was an awfully fun direction for them to go!  i was a bit surprised at angry, jealous hermione blasting the door off its hinges, etc., but her temper tantrum certainly provided quite the catalyst for that highly sexy romp.  sizzlicious!!! 

Wow.  Hadn't quite seen that coming so soon.  Great chapter though.  I'm thoroughly enjoying the story so far!

I like it so far! Update soon!

You have continued a delicious style of layering in between the main characters. I am particularly liking the dynamics you are creating between Severus/Hermione/Harry and Ron/Daphne/Pansy.

The dialogue from the younger characters appears to be a pretty natural evolution from where the books have left off.  

I am looking forward to seeing how all of this plays when/if Ginny wakes.

Keep it coming! 

Wonderfully crafted story an excellent read. Keep writing enjoying your story very much. Snape's character absolutely excellent!!!!!

*whistles* My, my, they both have tempers too hot for their own and each other's good.  I hope they reach some sort of balance soon. And I feel bad for Harry. He thought he was doing the right thing, and still Snape is determined to think the worst of him. I'd be frustrated to, if I were any of them. They all have different, but valid, reasons to be frustrated. Looking forward to an update!

Yeah, I really feel for Snape. Poor guy can't catch a break. But I'm so glad that Harry and Ron aren't digging their heels in and being prats about this. Hopefully Severus will be happier with things as it goes on.

Wow, I sort of feel for Severus in that he doesn't have the freedom he deserves, but he's been a real pill to Hermione. I'm glad she finally snapped.

Oh, I'm liking this. I'm looking forward to Severus' reaction. Your writing is flawless, as always! :-)

*EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEKKKKK!!!*heheh my dog just jumped a mile off the bed. this is just amazing. i love it.brilliat characterizations and i love your snape (i my have said this before)and that would be kinda funny if ron shagged pansy and mione caught them *naughty thought*(laughs out loud... my dog must think im crazy)anyway, amazing work hun and keep it up!!! oh ya and p.s. you are totally my fave writer for ss/hg yep. *hands down and bows like a death eater* ciao!

Eh, I wouldn't think much of it. After a while I got used to binning my EXhusbands food when ever he opened his mouth to do anything except eat!

boy, that did go south quickly.  great story and i'm not in the least bored.  thanks so much

Love your story(ies). 

Your character portrayal is brilliant.

More please............................and soon! 

I am really enjoying this fic. Leave it to Severus to blame Hermione for trying to help. However, Hermione should know better than to not be perfectly clear in her instructions. Now we have three very pissed off people.  Thank you for posting the update in WIKTT. I don't get automatic emails letting me know of updates from this site, and its nice to be able to continue reading your fic. I'm enjoying it greatly.

Didn't Harry learn from his first interview with Rita Skeeter? Don't trust the media. Ever.

Nice. Please update soon.

If you’re bored, I have another WIP going at the moment (“Flight of the Prince”). There are more chapters in that one.

Nope. I'm caught up on that one, too. But, hey, waiting for the next chapter gives me something to look forward to!

Good chapter.

Rita Skeeter turns an article about how Severus Snape was acting upon Dumbledore's order to kill him into an article about who Harry Potter might be dating, Pansy Parkinson or Daphne Greengrass. For someone who is going to be the Head of Aurory, he should have gone through channels. Now Snape's difficult contribution is in the newspaper with gossip. Snape has a right to be angry. Harry is not thinking like a man in the working world, a man with political clout if he would learn how to utilize it. As for Snape taking it out on Hermione's familiar and Hermione herself, that is typical--they are the only ones in the dwelling with him.

damnit all! I wanted progress not bad things! I hope more is up soon! :)