Wonderful story! I know I started reading this years ago under SandlapperShell, but I don't remember where or when. I'm so glad I got to read this again! I'm so happy that Neville got to experience his mother lucent and aware before she passed. And Luna, what a tragedy. But she always has had an other-worldly quality to her, as if she belongs to a time not ours. Camelot being seen? Is it just to Magical folk? Because I imagine that Muggles being able to see it again would cause a catastrophic stir!

OH NO!! Who will take Luna's spot?!?! Such sadness, but Voldy is dead =) Great chapter. Can't wait for more!!

Please, please, please don't leave it at this. Write more, please, please, please. *puppy dog eyes* ^_^

Thank you so much for a fantastic chapter. Have I told you lately how much I love this story? To be sure: I absolutely, totally adore and love this story and a new update always makes my day:-))

Wow, that was unexpected, but wonderful.  I loved how the ritual went, with the dagger being right there with him all of the time, and Hermione being the one to retrieve it and by doing so, regaining her eyesight.Poor Eileen.  She has no idea whether either of her children will return from battle, and that must be quite frightening.  I do hope that all goes well.

Well, you can't fault Barty.  It worked for him the first time :)  Hopefully as time wears on, Hermione will not have so many nightmares or these episodes of panic.I am interested to see what is coming in terms of the rest of Severus and Hermione's tale and their plan.

Even though they were forced into this bonding, I don't think for one minute that they will not continue on after a year and a day.  They may not be madly in love yet, but there is a strong bond between them, and all of the bad things that happen to them will only strengthen that bond.  That goes for Hermione and Eileen as well.  They will definitely be closer after all of this.  I hope she can survive the pregnancy!

Wow, what a beautifully powerful chapter.  Despite how things started out, this played out as perfectly as it could have.  He was afraid to talk to her about this, but he did a wonderful job, and her response to him was just what was needed.  I love how he cares for her in this story.  And we find out the source of the title.  Lovely.

Oh, Harry, still being a pain, I see.  Interesting about Luna, and her mother as well. Poor Severus and Hermione!  I hope things go well for them.  Well, a girl can hope, can't she?

So, I just pulled an all-nighter reading this. It's awesome. I love Old Magic stories. I do have to ask though, what was up with the bottle cap when Lucius brings Hermione to Severus? Will that be explained later? Just curious. Please update soon!

Something tells me this story is almost over! it's been great can't wait to read more!

Very interesting how you are weaving this legend into the HP story.  Hermione is taking all of this unusual news surprisingly well.  Of course, after what she has been through, noting is probably shocking to her.  I am glad tha she has Eileen to keep her company.

This is going to be a difficult story to tell, for sure.I like Eileen and the fact that she is considered dead, but is obviously not so.  And her interaction with her son is great.  Poor guy doesn't want to be pestered by his mother :)Another great chapter!

Oooh, this just gets better and better.  I should say more, but I've got more chapters to read ...

Good grief, Harry.  Shut up so the rest of us can find out what is going on!I loved the scene with Voldemort and his followers where people keep butting in while he is trying to plan and punish.  It was very comical, but not in an inappropriate sort of way.  I guess it was just nice to see him out of control for once.I am a bit afraid to hear this story ...

What a great, intriguing start.  So many questions to be answered ...

I hope you won't be offended if I say this but, I'll be damned! That totally caught me off guard! Hermione got her sight back (YAY!) and the Carn was actually the tattoo on Severus' back. That's remarkable! Do you really think it was Voldemort's magic that the ladies were sensing while they were performing the ritual?

Excellent chapter! I'm still wondering about Alice, though. If she's cured, will Frank be cured as well? Loved how the legends were woven into the storyline. ^_^

a spectacular chapter, full of information, I loved it

What a great chapter!  I had no idea that Severus' tattoo was in fact the Carn.  Brilliant way for the magic to hide it in plain sight!  I love what you do with history, legend, and  SSHG. 

The explanation of how the Carn drew the dark magic from Hermione's cursed eyes fits perfectly with what is known about the history of the Carn and King Arthur's battle to defeat the Dark Witch.  I hope it will draw the power of the Dark Lord, too, when Harry faces him in the final battle.

As a mother, my heart went out to Eileen as she sent her son and his bride out to meet their destiny.  I would have been crying and praying to"whoever and whatever" could protect them, too.

Great chapter, Shell!  Hugs, Beth

THank you for another fantastic update, the tattoo beeing the real dagger was a brilliant idea, just as its darkness cured Hermiones sigth. Very well done!!!

SQUEEEE!!! That was AWESOME! I was wondering if the tattoo was the Carn. Yay! I LOVE LOVE LOVE that retrieving the Carn from Severus's back healed Hermione -- that it drew out the Dark magic from the curse! EXCELLENT job... and now I'm looking forward to the battle! Whoop!

Another wonderful chapter.  I so enjoy these kinds of stories where history/legend is also addressed.  Makes the story richer some how.  Thank you for a wonderful story.  It is my favorite.

Eeep! I feel so nervous for them going into battle! Very good description of the ritual and everything.  Yay for Hermione's eyes and for them making their bonding permanent!

*Giddy with excitement*Oh this is phenomenal.  Now the Lady's are together, and things are drawing to a point.Harry is still an ass. LOLThank you for sharing~