Glad to see this story is still alive...but sad that it isn't finished yet. It is worthy of an ending. 

Ooh.  I love Andromeda and the fact that she knows everything (rather, can sense it).  Glad to see someone is being the voice of reason to Severus.

Oooh, those ledgers will give him away if he doesn't. 

Looking forward to seeing what happens next!

I am really enjoying this story. I had to reread it from the beginning, as it's been so long since I last caught up, but it was a delightful task to undertake.

Looking forward to more!

Subversa is Anna?!?!? OUuuuuu I will be expecting much more than "have faith" The Subversa I know is much more chatty than that.

Three cheers for drunkin peeping Severus!!

Subversa is Anna?!?!? OUuuuuu I will be expecting much more than "have faith" The Subversa I know is much more chatty than that.

Three cheers for drunkin peeping Severus!!

So Andromeda is the good slytherin so to speak.  I like that you used Andromeda, we dont see her much, but the icing on the cupcake is how much you made her look like Bellatrix.

Seems everyone is pissed at poor Severus, who is pissed at himself now, sort of. 

Glad to see Andromeda taking the place of the meddler.  I actually expected the bust chapter with the summary, but he's not fully busted.   I don't know if there was a fangurl insert in this chapter.  If so I totally missed it.

   

Hermione needs to strike an agreement with Pip. Only 1 question before breakfast! LOL. Blaize is a sweetie for such a housewarming/appology gift.

Hermione you dont need Edward's approval or presence to get started on the house! Get going girl!

Oh - DOUBLE YAY! Severus returned AND he's being called out by someone who actually knows he's alive! WHOOP-DE-DOOOO! (I'm happy, in case you weren't sure.)

Just wanted to let you know that I am really enjoying this fic and I look forward to every update.  thanks!

Oooh, busted!  At least by Andromeda anyway...  I wonder if it will be Teddy who gives the game away by morphing into mini Severus?

Looking forward to seeing what happens next!

Uh oh!  Now Severus is in trouble.  :-)  A beautiful chapter.  i quite enjoyed Andromeda, she's a wonderful source of wisdom and motherly advice for Hermione.  I'd love to see her taking Severus to task.  Severus' apology was beautiful. I'm looking forward to the next chapter. Thank you. 

Ha! Get out of that one, Severus. I'm looking forward to hearing his explanation! I'm really enjoying this story - the plot and characterisation are both really well done, and the fact it's set in my favourite part of England makes it easy for me to visualise. Eagerly awaiting the next installment!

What an interesting update. Andromeda knows a whole lot about Severus she, like him, keeps from Hermione. What is their motivation? I don't expect Andromeda to confied any secrets between her and Severus to Hermione at their first meeting, but meeting Andromeda was no accident, it was planned to make sure to keep Hermione away from Prince Hall while Teddy was there. So, Andromeda knows that Severus is playing Hermione for a fool, but why join in? She doesn't owe Hermione anything, but neither Severus or Andromeda can expect Hermione to forgive their betrayal, when it is discovered, with a sloppy excuse? Then again, they at least started out not caring one iota about Hermiones feelings I guess, she was either a hinderance by moving into Prince Hall, or a tool for them, or at least Severus, to find the family secrets before the Ministry does. I admit that I at this point hope for Hermione to be truly angry and hurt when the scheeme is revealed and the lies exposed, and that forgiveness and/or understanding will be hard earned, if at all. I don't like betrayal and even more do I dislike betrayals that is to easy forgiven.
Well plotted and written though, you sure holds my interest, I can't wait to read more.

Severus had it coming!

This chapter is amazing!  Initially, I wasn't sure about this story.  I loved your characterization of Hermione and Blaise in the first chapter, but the ghost thing made me pause.  I continued reading though, and I am soooo glad I did!  Your Hermione is complex and compassionate and Severus' disguise is creative and elegant.  This is definitely the chapter that "did it" for me...  I enjoyed Severus discovering he "Needed Hermione.  Needed to see her..." , but it was Andromeda who made me squee (if a 44  year old woman is permitted to squee).  "Care to tell me why you're masquerading as the ghost of Lyonesse Hall?"  She has him pegged.  Beautiful!  Can't wait for the next installment!

So cool!!!

Lol, I can't wait to read the ensuing conversation between those two (Andromeda and Severus)! Why did Andromeda imply that she had only a passing acquaintance with Severus, when it s clear they are very close? Did she simply want to remain reserved on the subject, lest Hermione infer somehow that Snape survived the war and Andromeda remained in contact with him?

...and the fecal matter has just been spotted, and is about to be analyzed! Lord help Severus!

How wonderful thist chapter is!  There isn't one syllable that is out of place or doesn't add a magical touch to this story. 

Hermione's sadness is palpable.  True to her insticts, she is working herself into exhaustion while trying to come to terms with her growing attraction to this handsome ghost who has entered her life and charmed his way into her fantasies and her heart.

Likewise, our Severus is nearly undone by this upstart former student.  She, by her very presence, has kick-started his heart and disrupted his emotions to the point that he throws caution to the winds and drinks himself into a stupor, and braxenly goes to "check up" on this "Hermione fucking Granger."  She has taken hold of his imagination and his heart.  He might just as well give up this "ghost of himself" and declare his identity and his devotion.

Pip is capable of great ferocity on behalf of this young Miss who had come to be such an important part of his life as well.  Severus would do well to mark how he treats Hermione.  I wouldn't put it past Pip to be true to his promise:   “Is you playing a game with Miss? Miss is caring for you, and I is going to hurt you if you hurt Miss.”  I adore Pip!

Having Andromeda and Teddy appearing when and where they did is a stroke of brilliance.  By the way "Meda" answered Hermione's questions, I suspected that she might know "Lionel Smith."  And when I actually found out that she does know the elusive gentleman, I cheered!  Brava!  I can't wait to find out what Severus has to say for himself in answer to her very pointed question.

I've learned something I didn't know:  checkers is called draughts.  And I have been reminded just how gifted you are.,, you have an amazing gift for story telling.  Thank you for this totally awesome chapter!
          
Hugs, Beth

Uh oh sounds like Severus is about to getting a dressing down "Black style" 

I think Severus' perspective is starting to slip...

I just have this image of Hermione asleep and Severus standing over her bed brushing the curls from her face with an intense look of yearning on his face.

Great chapter! Now this is getting really interesting. Waiting with anticipation for the next chapter. :) Keep up the excellent work!

Oops?
*runs away screaming*   Rating: 10+

Busted! *grin* Can't wait for the next chapter. Hurry up, please! ^_^

Thank you, I was so excited to see an update. I really like the way Pip is talking to Severus and making him understand that Hermione cares for him.  I enjoyed Andromeda and Hermione's conversation over tea.  Andromeda must have been going out of her mind when Hermione started to talk about the "ghost".  What a great way to end the chapter having Andromeda put him on the spot with "“Care to tell me why you’re masquerading as the ghost of Lyonesse Hall?”  Please don't make us wait too long for the next update, I love this story.

Awww, Severus you dolt!