Great story, interesting chapter!

I wonder if that's really so simple a plan? I don't think they realize yet exactly the implications of what she's done. There was the potion acting, but I feel there was much to it. Not that I mind of course. I'm dying to read more.

what an interesting way arround the pain for both of them.  great update.  thanks and smoochies

Wow. I am loving this. I read all 3 chapters last night til3:30AM and was too tired to leave a review. I noted from your replies to others that you have this story completed already, and it merely awaits posting. How many chapters is it? Needless to say I am dying to read them all.

I am glad that Hermione found a solution to their memories driving both of them mad, but I was an iffy thing to do.  But now that the "solution" has achieved the desired result, I wonder how their relationship will go from her on? I wonder if Dumbledore will notice that change in both of them and try to discern how this came to be?If Voldemort were to look into Severus' mind would he be able to detect the changed memory?  Would Severus be able to Occlude well enough to make the Dark Lord see some other memory instead of this one?There is much to look forward to.  Thanks for this update!Beth

The solution was horrifying and yet not horrible.  I'm hoping they can get past it well.

Wow, a brilliant solution to a diabolical act on both of them.  Great chapter, can't wait for more.

Huh.  Some seriously morally questionable acts going down in the dungeons tonight, I see.  Interesting, though.

Of course Hermione would never accept an Obliviate- really, they should have known better.  The brightest witch of her age wouldn't let pieces of her mind be removed, even the darkest bits.  Good chapter.  Perhaps a little bit bipolar, with Hermione's wild swings between hate, sadness and forgiveness in the hospital and the clearing, but this is Fandom- we know drama.  (And don't we love picking on Severus...)

Dramatic start!  Might I suggest, as a general writing tip (as an English teacher, I read a great deal of Hermione's 'dreadful essays,' and I can't say this enough), to avoid the word 'just' unless it is absolutely grammatically necessary?  It tends to weaken prose. That's not to call your prose weak- heavens no! This first chapter really grabs the reader, first asks for then demands our attention.  But stylistically speaking, it would be even better if you cut out all but one 'just.'

Very dangerous game. While reading I caught myself wondering how you would try to do the trick, only to realise in the end that you did it, and I still don't know how :) Thank you!

The subject of rape, especially a brutal one, will always be a delicate subject to depict on any level. You did a remarkable job of finding a way for Hermione to heal from her ordeal, albeit in an unconventional manner. I must admit I'm curious as to how the rest of the story will unfold.

Hermione definitely found a rather... unorthodox solution to their problem. It was was a form of rape in itself, yet an apparently effective protection from the full impact of horrifying memories that could have destroyed them both. And without making it obvious to Voldemort that anything is amiss, should he search Severus' mind for the memories of that night.Ingenious, yet still reprehensible just the same.

This is truly amazing.  Very deep and thought-provoking, and I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next.

That was a totally thought proviking chapter.  In a way the roles were reversed but at least she gave him the option to say no.  So in a sense she did rape him to a point but the actual couplation was consensual.

Her plan was a curious mix of Gryffindor courage and Slytherin cunning. And in many ways as heinous as Severus' enforced rape of her had been. Hmmm, is it as simple as two wrongs making a right? An interesting conundrum you've posed for us.

This is really amazing. The depth of both the emotions and the plot far exceed most works. Thank you!

I'm glad you are writing a new story.This is going to be a very interesting one.I so loved "At all cost" and "Unkissed".

Wow. I didn't expect that - Severus' first time. I know this won't erase Hemrione's pain but I think it will drive her even harder to defeat Voldemort and I aslo think that maybe, eventually, she will see the situation as Voldemort raping her rather than Severus.

Wow. I'm going to assume an Imperious curse until I learn otherwise. I hate to think Severus could do such a thing of his own merit, and the summary does say that Voldemort is having a bit of fun (which just turns the stomach even more). Or maybe polyjuice? Either way, I'm ademently cementing myself in the "not Severus" camp until further notice. Thank you,

whoa...that was heavy.  i think you have her feelings down to a tee and his.  this is a frighteningly well written story and i look forward to how it will resolve.  thanks so much

Really nicely written.  I feel very bad for them both. As bad as HG has it, I think in this case SS may have it worst (in the context of this story-not any "real life" comparisons).  HG at least now knows that SS was forced to rape and beat her, it was not him doing it on his own free will. I think this will help her heal. I actually think HG may forgive SS before he forgives himself. I just hope they get through this, hopefully together at some point. And I hope Voldemort gets his! In any case, you are doing a great job on this story.

This is amazing.

Excellent chapter, I feel horrible for both of them. Voldomort is one sick perverted snake.  I know it will take time for both of them to heal and I hope they do.  

My goodness. I hope you are a fast writer as I don't think I can cope with waiting for the next bit of this emotionally amazing tale. So powerful, so emotive...Well done you