Wait, was one of the transfigured bones in his pocket the remains of Barty Crouch? Ewww....good idea though. Now it makes sense that Hermione would only know the theory behind Obliviating someone, since she isn't the one who performed the charm this time around. 

1. "Accio Horcrux Books" <---the wizarding equivalent of Google.2. I never thought about the Fat Lady's real name, either...aww.3. I am so glad that Snape trusted enough to go to her. "OMG, are you okay? You're okay? Thank goodness! I could kill you for scaring me like that!" Exactly how I would expect Hermione to react. 

"His masters played a single card."<--oh the irony, indeed. Again, glad to see the brightest witch of her age put two and two together to get "the Headmaster's plan". Speaking of plans, I sure hope she's come up with one for her parents, perhaps with Snape's help? That would make the most sense here, since she has been learning everything she needs to survive from him so far, rather than pulling it out of her arse like she supposedly did in DH.

Who would've thought Moody would be the one to comfort--oh! I get it! I know why he was the second witness to the marriage! As always, your prose and JKR's blended seamlessly into a much better narrative than the original book.  

Oh dear, that's a mess...it took her long enough to realize this war stuff is serious business. Also to realize that Dumbledore was ridiculous to send three teenagers after the most evil of evil magical objects. Does Dumbledore have any consideration for anyone other than himself, and maybe Harry? grr. 

Even though I know this will ruin the glorious mood set in a superbly written love scene, the "say it" sequence, unfortunately, reminded me of previews I saw recently for the, ahem, Twilight movie <shudders>. Even though you've clearly written this before that movie was released, unfortunately it made me giggle a little during an otherwise intense scene...please don't hate me for that! Once I got back into the chapter (quite quickly, I might add), I was lost to the raw passion exhibited here. Powerful stuff!

Now Hermione knows how it feels to be exposed, and also that there are in fact other witches out there who see her husband in an amorous light.

I enjoyed seeing Snape in a setting where he commanded respect, even though it was from Death Eaters. It really put into perspective why Snape would have joined the Death Eaters in the first place.

You know, for all the neat things the wizarding world has, it is too bad they don't have Google. The whole horcrux mystery would be over in no time!

I can feel the tension building in the story, and every moment is an exciting one. I like how you interweave actual text from the books into your narrative, making the stories seamless in their integration. It contributes to the realism of your tale.

Gah, all the men in Hermione's life really are clueless! It must be a Y-chromosome thing. Her loneliness is palpable through the prose, and it made my heart ache with hers. She is so strong though, I envy that...now that Snape finally got a clue, I hope to see a happier reunion soon!

Happy Christmas to the happy couple, who finally share a (brief) moment of intimacy! As always, their interactions seem so real and true to character. As much as I am not appreciating Dumbledore's interruption, it reminded me of a disapproving parent and I giggled a little at it, while imagining Hermione and/or Severus sticking a tongue out at the green head in the flames.

That was a brilliant move on Hermione's part to manufacture a memory for Voldemort. Also, Hermione "waiting up" for Severus was a nice touch. First you had shown Voldemort using Snape for his own purposes, then Dumbledore doing the same. To end with Hermione being the only one to show concern for his well-being was sweet, and it (hopefully) began to show Sev that someone cares! Someone cares! Do you hear that, Sev? Anyway, also glad Hermione realized the purpose of her extra lessons.

Oh no, now it is HER turn to back off and play cool for HIS protection. It is almost painful to see them like this. and this:“You’ve been underestimating me for years, Professor Snape. I’m used to it. I just hope I’m able to perform under more… malevolent scrutiny.”Awww! 

“Rictusempra!”“Oh, you’d like that, wouldn’t you?”That made me LOL, especially at the mental image of that jinx succeeding. Anyway, so this is how one prepares for life in the great outdoors...great chapter, now onto the next! 

Thanks for great and enjoyable reading! I like your writing very much! Thank you onve more!

So THAT's where Hermione disappeared to during Slughorn's party! (at least, it is now). I am continually amazed at how authentic your dialogue and characterizations remain to canon, and am impressed with how your story folds neatly with the original (as in, it all could have plausibly happened). ...and the idea of dancing with Snape made me swoon a little. there. I said it.

Oh my word I cannot BELIEVE Dumbledore would leave them like that for two days! On second thought, yes I can. What a total arse. Of course Voldemort would have a cursed whip. Kudos to your beta for creating it and to you for appropriating it in such a, well, appropriate manner. 

Wow, there you go and make those rings even cooler! What can't they do? I like his reasoning for detention ("it's what I do") and the little bits of his humanity he keeps accidentally showing Hermione when behind closed doors ("A look like shame darted over his features and then vanished so quickly, she thought she might have imagined it"). I found it interesting that you had Hermione herself instigate Ron and Lavender's relationship; it works quite well in the context of your narrative.

...and the other shoe drops. It seems so cruel of him, but Snape has a point. They do need to act as if nothing is out of the ordinary. However, ouch!

oh my...wow...i guess they did have more interest in each other than in the giant squid! That was hot and tastefully done. On another note, they have the coolest wedding rings ever. I bet they come in quite handy.

Wow, I did not expect them to jump right into it! It is refreshing to see that Hermione recognized Albus as the puppetmaster he is (at least, as I grew to see him when reading the novels).

Why make Moody their witness though? I is it because he, of all the other Order members, has the least attachment to the couple and therefore least likely to stop the wedding?

Married?!? Intriguing...

I like how you jump right into the story, seeing as how anyone reading hp fanfic is no doubt already familiar with the cast of characters and the setting. I am excited to read more!

I see that this is complete, so I hope the reviews I leave are not annoying. But I will do it anyway lol.

Well done, Lariope.I thuroughly enjoyed your story. It wsa very exciting and kept me enthralled.I especially liked the interactions between Severus and the Dark Lord. I also enjoyed the development of Severus as he came to care for someone other than Harry, and to make his own decisions, rather than obey the constand bidding of his masters.Again, well done. If you ever decided to do a sequal, I would, definitely, be there to read and encourage.

I so prefer your conclusion, beautyfully written. It was great how you wove together canon with the elements in the story!

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"She kissed him furiously, breathlessly, trying with all her might to force a new language into his mouth, to swear that she would choose him above all things, that she would believe..." "A whole language seemed to be born out of their kiss, and as they stood there, at the precipice, they carried out a furious conversation. He made reckless demands of her, forcing her to swear with her mouth that she belonged only to him..."I love this shift from Hermione's POV to Severus's, showing how his  thinking runs parallel to hers...it seems as though it's not only "my blood, your blood; my life, your life," but also "my thoughts, your thoughts!"...Even though they aren't entirely aware of it :)