Thank you for the update!  Well played with the reluctantly besotted pair.I like how the house and paintings are on Hermione's side.  Will the house be the one to reveal the Snape secret to Hermione?  Afterall, the house is under no orders or obligation to keep Severus's identity or life a secret.Oh, I so look forward to seeing Hermione's reaction when she finds out that not only is Severus alive, but he's pretending to be Edmund.  He's really going to catch it then!

Love it!! It's going to be interesting to see how Severus  and Hermione's relationship progresses. Please update soon!!!

Edmund is not Professor Snape. Edmund is not Professor Snape. Edmund is not——ahhhh.  I wonder what her first reaction will be once that cat is out of the bag?  Hopefully all will turn out nicely, but I imagine that he will have to do some groveling before she gets over his ruse.  LOL!The conversation she recalled having with Minerva after the final battle nearly broke my heart.  She is having a hard time coming to terms with Severus' death, and I very much want her to see through Severus' ghostly disguise... but I'm also loving the bittersweet waltz that they are dancing while the magic of the Manor and its Portraits works on both of them.I'm still wondering why Charlotte directed Hermione's attention to Edmund Prince?  Charlotte certainly has an axe to grind, and I'm so happy that Anna was there to get Hermione's attention and soothe her with words of wisdom:  “Have faith, child.” Yes, Hermione, have faith.  In yourself and in Severus.  And in Subversa as Anna.  She won't steer you wrong.  I loved Subversa's cameo.  Well done!I know Severus was taking a reckless chance venturing to the Manor in his drunken and un-Potioned state, but it thrilled me that he would do that just to be able to see Hermione and that the fires in the Manor "the fires in the library practically roared their approval."  It was even better that Hermione sensed him there.  Woo hoo!  I'm loving this story!BethPS- I'm very happy that the doctors at the genius bar were able to wake up your laptop!!!

ohh this is so sweet !! shes overworking hes reckless as ever lol and i see Subversa's cameo so neato!!!

Oh, finally another great chapter.  Please keep up dating.

Oh, no! You've left me on a cliffhanger AGAIN!!! Blast! But oooh, such developments as we've had! Gosh. It's only a matter of time before Hermione figures out the truth, but how has it lasted this long? Sure, Snape's able to potion himself to look like a spirit, but Hermione knows the difference, doesn't she? Didn't they spend all that time (in Snape's DADA class, no less, right) distinguishing the difference between a ghost and an Inferius? But oooh, I'm looking so forward to them both coming together as their real selves and finding some comfort after the War (at least, I hope that's the vein this story is traveling down - and if it isn't, well, I'll deal with that when we get there). Onward, good author!!

Oh, no! You've left me on a cliffhanger AGAIN!!! Blast! But oooh, such developments as we've had! Gosh. It's only a matter of time before Hermione figures out the truth, but how has it lasted this long? Sure, Snape's able to potion himself to look like a spirit, but Hermione knows the difference, doesn't she? Didn't they spend all that time (in Snape's DADA class, no less, right) distinguishing the difference between a ghost and an Inferius? But oooh, I'm looking so forward to them both coming together as their real selves and finding some comfort after the War (at least, I hope that's the vein this story is traveling down - and if it isn't, well, I'll deal with that when we get there). Onward, good author!!

Severus is so sneaky! I am looking forward to Hermione making repairs and improvements to the property. It will be like magical HGTV. Woot!

This--IS SO--romantic. What fun!

Loved HGs reaction to Charlotte. Canvas, meet knife. LOL

Sounds like HG is going to have the house all fixed up pretty soon. Clearly, the house approves. =)

Alas, poor HG thinks she's falling in love with a ghost. The "ghost" is falling in love with Hermione, and I still wait for when she busts him on his charade.

Hee I thought that portrait sounded familiar!Well done darling I have so missed diving into this world.I think Severus is starting to crack.  First comes looking then, touching.

hey,
this is a really nice story. And you keep surprising me. Is there any chance that Lyonesse will appear later on? I'd really like to read your turn on that particular myth ^^ Actually that was the first thing I thought about when I read the title.
Lets have some cookies and coffee ^^

Oh, no!  It stops here? I just discovered this story tonight (this morning?) and am writing you now at 2:36 in the morning to tell you what you already know--how wonderful it is.I am so grateful that despite upcoming (now past??) marriage and the busyness of school and all the other affairs of RL that you have been able to bless us with another gift of your creativity in this story.I love your "rakish" Snape, and the earnest, seeking Hermione, and can't wait to enjoy all future chapters as she finds what her heart seeks.Update as you can (and hoping it's soon!)--Love,CM

Couldn't just go knock on the door and say, "Good morning, Miss Granger.  As you can see I'm alive, and I'd be jolly appreciative if you'd keep that to yourself. Super-dooper.  Well, best be getting along now.  Tootles." could he?   No?  Oh, well. just a thought. :D

Yeah!  Cute chapter.  Poor Hermione and silly Severus.  I enjoyed reading about them both coming to realize how much they miss the other person, even if Hermione does think Severus is Edmund.  Bringing back Charlotte was fun, I'm hoping to see what she does once Hermione is Mistress. Looking forward to the next chapter. Thank you. 

Subversa in diadem and jewels -- loverly!!  Glad that Severus had at least one nice ancestress.  And glad he has now seen Hermione's longing for him.  I just hope she doesn't get too furious at him when she learns the truth.  Thank you for updating!

Oh, goodie! An update! I love it! Is Subversa's portrait Anna or Charlotte? I've never met the lady, but I love her stories, too. ^_^

This was a fabulous chapter, just chock full of action.  I'm so glad to see Hermione finish her research and get down to the business of renovation.  Sometimes I think she's absorbed in research simply to avoid having to make decisions and do something!  This UST is getting hot! *fans self* Hermione fancies Edward/Severus.  Severus fancies Hermione... oy!  I can only imagine the mayhem if it's ever revealed that Severus is alive and speaking to her in the guise of his dead relative.  She'll be hexing first then asking questions later... uh, if my supposition is correct. Love Subversa's cameo!

After your promise that this chapter would be up soon I was just wondering how long it would take to get through the queu but it's already here! I am so glad that both the manor and the portraits seem to warm up to her stay and her efforts to restore the place in it's former grandor. And it's nice to see that Hermione and Snape are both experiencing they are drawn to each other, even if he is too stubborn to admit it yet. And really, if he thinks of her as an insolent girl, he could brace himself for her reaction when she finds out he has played ghost with her.I must admit that I am not sure yet if it is a good or a bad thing the manor is decorating itself so opulently while Hermione still hasn't the legal ownership of it. I don't know what the ministery officials will think about it and if this display of both her power and the richess of the manor can put her in danger. There are still these ledgers you hinted at earlier that might have to do with some kind of hidden fortune as well, other than the richess the manor use for it's decoration right now and it's clear that the ministry doesn't expect her to stay in the first place.How much time does she have for her temporary lease to end? I have lost track of time a bit, but I guess she currently lives at about a month at the manor, which means, if I remember well, she has two more months before the ministry allows her to buy?Well, I am curious how things will unfold and how her relationship with Edward will evolve.

Now, we're getting somewhere! But how will Hermione feel, chapters down the road when Severus has to confess? Ooh, I see it coming, and it's going to be a rough one!

Thank you for the update, I'm doing my happy dance. I went back and re-read from the beginning to refresh my memory and was so glad that I did.  I love this story and look forward to more updates.  :-)

I looooved the way the manor rejoiced in her work. It was very sweet and a tad bittersweet, I think. LOVED her chat with the portraits. Seems they don't approve of Severus's behaviour (choosing to act as a ghost instead of wooing her properly). It also seems that the portraits are warming up to her. I guess her love for their home helps. :)

Thank you for a wonderful update, I love this story and a new chapter really makes my day.

Coffee down the cleavage.  Not a good look! :)

He'd better tell her before she works it out for herself. :)