That's lovely!  Demeter's outgrown her nervousness about being accepted for good, it seems.  If she's calling him Father, she's really in it for good.  Morgaine, well, you're worrying me about her!  She's not about to kill herself, that's established, but what IS she going to do?  Make Severus corporeal, somehow? She can't live without him, but death's not exactly a viable option, so... what?  I guess we'll find out, is what.

Again, I'm so sorry about not reviewing sooner! This was such a powerful, emotional chapter. There is so much angst; I have no idea how the heartache - esp. Morgaine's - may be resolved. The hopelessness has really got me. :(Your writing is wonderful, as usual.

I wasn't sure if the touching was part of her dream or if it was real, the way the first half was written.  It still seems like a dream, the way it all happened in their private chambers at night, in bed.  I think TPP and my Itunes have it in for me- halfway through this chapter "Whiskey Lullaby" came on, and it really hit the heartbreak of their situation home.  It is an awful, trapping situation, and you portray the desperation well.

An incredibly powerful chapter, my dear.  Alas, even though they touched and felt each other, which I'm sure was a comfort, it just drove home the hopelessness of their situation.  She can't live in two worlds forever.  I'm glad she doesn't want to leave her daughter, but I don't know how she can survive mentally with what she's doing now. 

Oh, my heart went out to him when he asked the Baron why he was still around. What he went through unitl he learned to 'be' a ghost, materalize and move things. anazing details.  Minerva's visit, to see him go from snarky to sad to wistful, I really hope that he can find some level of peace some day. I was amased at the grave - the simplicity of the marker, the weeds and wild flowers. Yes, he deserved peace, since he had so little of it in life.   Even their meeting was reminiscent of a deep friendship.

Oh, I can so feel this woman's pain and you've described her 'brokeness' so well, it's palatable. It's so kewl and yet horribly sad that he has a daughter that Severus never knew about and that she has no idea about him - who he was or about or what he did... so sad. Minerva telling her about Severus' ghost - okay I'm now hooked on this story.

Oh this was so sad. They cannot be together and they cannot be apart, and in the background Lucius is lurking. Hopefully ther will be some merry moments for them and their daughter during X-mas break.

She came up with a brilliant solution, and Sevrus is finally doing something that is not intimidating.  hopefully they'll enjoy their game, and hopefully Morgaine will figure out what she wants.  Good luck with your move.

mmm, blessing or curse. I'd say both.  Lovely presents for the birthday girl, but who could blame her for freaking out.  And then there's Morgaine.  Can't blame her for falling apart.

a wonderful chapter as allways. I am worried about Morgaines headache and her problems with her magic - and Lucius still lurking in the background - she will need all her wits about her. It was a lovely scene between Demeter and Melvin, and now she has a new probem with the gobstones.

That was wonderful, if a little sad.

I just read the last five chapters in one go, which was amazing. I'm very sorry to have been away though.

I had been enjoying reading about Demeter being a first year, especially her interaction with Melvin, but this chapter really brought the angst and grief back again. If only he could come back to life, sigh... yeah I realise that sounds stupid. Anyway, this chapter was absolutely beautiful. Hope you are well!

That was a really nice moment.

I think this is my favorite chapter so far. I love the father/daughter interaction.

Watching her get used to life at Hogwarts is qute fun.  I like Severus' helping her.  I'm sure that will go a long way on both of their parts.  his Fatherly 'concern' about Melvin was quite cute.

Wonderful update!

That was lovely. I like the idea of Snape wanting to be available to her and wanting her to know it.

Poor Severus... what will happen to him? I truly hope that he doesn't fade away or pass on. Morgaine and Demeter need him, just as he needs the two of them. Like Severus said, ghosts can't touch people... so is he actually a 'ghost'? I can't wait to find out... and the chapter was wonderful as always!

Damn, what does Lucius have planned? Was there more to Morgaine's paternity than just introducing darkness into Dumbledore's line? Something that affects Demeter now? I think  I need to reread everything. Great chapter.

I loved the chapter.  She did a great job telling off her grandfather.

Poor kid doesn't know what to make of her father. And I don't know what to make of that ring.
Now it would be really wonderful if Morgaine could find a way to bring Severus back. Knowing you, however, I'm not gonna hold my breath. That would be just too wonderfully happy. :)

oh! now I am nervous (again), I have a feeling that the ring is not a good thing. From Lucius?, well time will tell, maybe my imagination is to lively, LOL

That was a stilted first meeting, but expected.  Hopefully their future encounters will help them get to know one another better.  An interesting spell Morgaine has cast.  I hope it works.  Can't blame her for being frightened and protecting her own.

ruh roh! Trouble ahead, I bet. At least Demeter made a good friend who will help her. It seems that Morgaine has made a good friend too.

Why is it that I suspect Lucius has some unholy plan for that little girl?