Ties That Bind Us
Agnus Castus53 Reviews | 6.28/10 (53 Ratings, 0 Likes, 0 Favorites )
Can Severus accept Tess for all that she is? A sequel to The Unconditional Vow.
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Agnus Castus
Member Since 2008 | 10 Stories | Favorited by 26 | 24 Reviews Written | 278 Review Responses
I’m a 40-something British woman, residing in the Ribble Valley in north-west England. I’m a pharmacist and a counsellor. My penname, Agnus Castus, is a herbal remedy for women’s hormone problems. I also co-write with The Snapettes.
I can also be found in the Facebook group "Muffliato!" for folks who appreciate SS/OC fanfic.
Reviews for Ties That Bind Us
What a wonderful beginning to this phase of their story. I found the idea of his soul being held in the ring brilliant and very unique. I look forward to reading the continuation of their journey together.
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Ah, thanks so much. This story was difficult to write but I did enjoy bringing them back together outside of the constraints of canon.
Congratulations!!! It's a wonderful piece of work and lovely sequel!!! Congratulations, again! A fitting end to one so deserving!!!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Thank you,
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
, for your loyalty, courage and wisdom... Hang on, I'd better name a Slytherin trait as well! 
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Thank you,
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
, for your loyalty, courage and wisdom... Hang on, I'd better name a Slytherin trait as well!
Interesting reconciliation scene and in the spirit of the season in the story --bittersweet!xxx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Another tough chapter to write! Bittersweet... yes indeed.
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Another tough chapter to write! Bittersweet... yes indeed.
Very nice ambience and dynamics, ending with Severus taking initiative!xxx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
With the right amount of time and space, he can find his way out of his cave 
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
With the right amount of time and space, he can find his way out of his cave
Glad Severus has a partner such as Tess to help him through!xxx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
She has the patience of a saint, sometimes.
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
She has the patience of a saint, sometimes.
Enjoy Tess' direct approach to taking matters into hand!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
LOL, there's no stopping her!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
LOL, there's no stopping her!
At long last, he must confront his fears and insecurities, bu Tess is there to suport him every step of the wayxxx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
This was a tricky chapter to write - Snape's insecurities make for treacherous waters!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
This was a tricky chapter to write - Snape's insecurities make for treacherous waters!
Sweet scene with Severus' reluctance and each attempting to nudge out of the other exactly what is going on and the true issue xxx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
'Nudging' is about right, yes. They're verging on being in a right old mess... Let's hope they can sort things out!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
'Nudging' is about right, yes. They're verging on being in a right old mess... Let's hope they can sort things out!
Great confrontation and revelatory scene between Clym and Severus and setting up that he must seek elsewherexx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Everything was leading up to this point, and now the answers seem even further from reach...
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Everything was leading up to this point, and now the answers seem even further from reach...
Poor Severus... finding out through Nathan! Enjoyed the Shacklebolt and Sev scene!xxx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Yes, Nathan is probably the last person in the world that Severus would want to learn this piece of information from! 
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Yes, Nathan is probably the last person in the world that Severus would want to learn this piece of information from!
Love their fast and explosive coupling, fulfilling one of Tess' fantasies! Sweet, fun chapter for both of them, even though Severus has the lingering notion about the potion being interferred with
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the sweetness here - I'm still surprised I've been able to write like this 
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the sweetness here - I'm still surprised I've been able to write like this
Lovely chapter of intrigue at Ollivander's and introducing the level of Severus' uncertainty and questionable magical powers!xx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Intrigue and uncertainty - good way of putting it! I had fun with Ollivander 
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Intrigue and uncertainty - good way of putting it! I had fun with Ollivander
Lovely and revelatory conversation between Albert and Severus--he's getting a lot of nudging to take matters a step forward/further!:-)
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Ah, yes, but will he actually do anything? Thanks for reading and reviewing!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Ah, yes, but will he actually do anything? Thanks for reading and reviewing!
Lovely realisations and support given at a time of great need for Tess--what a true friend, Aurora is---so glad that Tess is freed from the burden of feeling responsible and guilty for Clem's actions--lovely chapter!xx
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Yes, Tess is getting there, I think. We all need true friends in life, especially when we're as vulnerable as Tess is here.
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Yes, Tess is getting there, I think. We all need true friends in life, especially when we're as vulnerable as Tess is here.
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I can't wait to read more. Excellent chapter!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Glad you're enjoying the story! Thanks for leaving a note
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Glad you're enjoying the story! Thanks for leaving a note
Yay! for Albert being a Squib, and Yay! for house-elves! This'll give Tess and Severus more *intimate* time together without the dirty dishes to do - hehe!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
And gives them time for other 'dirtier' pursuits too! Mehehe! 
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
And gives them time for other 'dirtier' pursuits too! Mehehe!
Lovely detailed description of their domestic happiness: hearth and home and BED! Yum!
Lovely chapter!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Makes a change from manky old Spinner's End, eh? Glad you like the bed 
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Makes a change from manky old Spinner's End, eh? Glad you like the bed
Love this vital turning point in the back story of the crucial decisions being made (snickering behind Clym's back, 'You haven't a snowball's chance in h***' *wicked cackling*) Wonderful narrative detail!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Hmm. I get the impression you're not too keen on Clym... Excellent!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Hmm. I get the impression you're not too keen on Clym... Excellent!
Enjoyed Shacklebolt and Severus' interaction and the Minister's proposal for Sev to be a consultant--it's the least the Wizarding world could offer him!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
I thought for a moment that Severus might not accept the proposal... But he needed the money! Thanks for reviewing, dearest
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
I thought for a moment that Severus might not accept the proposal... But he needed the money! Thanks for reviewing, dearest
This was a wonderful, validating chapter, and such fun to read and feel what Severus was going through and Tess' support of him; enjoyed the inclusion of Minerva and the Malfoys--and Rita Skeeter!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
I enjoyed giving Severus what he so tragically lacked in canon... I'm glad you liked the wider cast in this chapter; I had to 'play nicely' with the Malfoys, despite my dislike of them, hehehe!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
I enjoyed giving Severus what he so tragically lacked in canon... I'm glad you liked the wider cast in this chapter; I had to 'play nicely' with the Malfoys, despite my dislike of them, hehehe!
It takes bravery to accept the past. And it takes courage to move on,” Tess reassured.Love this chapter with all of it's precise canon details and narrative description, the inclusion and referene to other canon characters (Lovegoods, Burbage) but, again, I love Tess' constant affirmation of who and what Severus truly is, his true essence and core... and how she is constant and unfalteringly against any of his doubts and inseurities and self-deprecation. As 'always' --lovely chapter!!!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Thanks so much! Yes, Tess is unfaltering in her acceptance of him... If perhaps Severus can learn to accept himself, then he might become capable of unconditional acceptance too...
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Thanks so much! Yes, Tess is unfaltering in her acceptance of him... If perhaps Severus can learn to accept himself, then he might become capable of unconditional acceptance too...
I'm so glad there is a sequel! I am enjoying this and can't wait to get to the next chapter!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Thanks for reading and reviewing, mimmon. Hope you enjoy the rest of the story!
Response from Agnus Castus (Author of Ties That Bind Us)
Thanks for reading and reviewing, mimmon. Hope you enjoy the rest of the story!