They both got what they wanted, a quite a bit more.

Sweet and lovely, thank you very much!

I loved how gentle and intuitive you made them! And thank you for keeping Hermione's Gryf!courage and determination. :)

What a lovely little story.  And now I am ready for the rest.  You know, what they get up to in the DOM, what happened with all the Newtonian liquids, what did Harry & Ron think about the two of them, did she ever figure out which potion her parents were talking about, did the pigeon get its revenge on her......

Ah, so he had to be able to trust as well.  And there was a kiss.  *sigh*

Wonderful chapter.  Thanks.

Hmm I am hoping this means that Severus achieved his goal by gaining her trust.  :)

Lovely chapter!

Soooo Hermione is a Snape fangirl too huh? Interesting...

Hmm, wondering if Severus is supposed to make a friend.  He could do worse.  Lovely story, thanks!

Ah the seed has been planted! Lovely story.

Interesting first chapter.  Looking forward to the rest.

What a lovely, light-hearted story!!  Bonus points for inventing a clever machine with a mind of its own, and moving stairs with a sense of humor. And kudos also to Teddyradiator for a smart prompt. I find myself asking "what happened next?"  But even if you don't have a sequel in mind, please know I've put this in my favorites and will return to it many times. Thank you!

I have really loved reading your story.  It's clever and sweet and very satisfying.  Five stars are not nearly enough!  And this final chapter leaves ample opportunity for a follow up... if you should ever want to... and here is a bouquet for a job well done.Beth

Ah ha... Severus' task was not to gain someone else's trust, but to learn to trust someone else.  Totally Brilliant!!!  I take my hat off to you, anoesis.  You are a very clever author!Beth

OH!  This chapter was even better than the last!!!  I do hope that Severus won't castigate himself for reacting to Hermione's "invitation."  Please, please, please let them come together as willing partners.Thanks for another wonderful chapter.Beth

This chapter is charming.  I'm so happy that Hermione's fear of falling was the catalyst to each of them finding what they most needed... the ability to trust that there was at least one other person each of them could count on.Beth

Oh, yes.  I love the direction their thoughts are taking them.  *sigh*Beth

"You've not seen Hermione's stash of press cuttings, Malcolm. I'd be more than happy to have him round for Christmas."Yay!!!  Hermione has a scrapbook of Severus.  *grins*  Beth

This keeps getting better and better.  I do hope, when all is said and done, that Severus and Hermione find more good things than they could have ever imagined.  I love this story!!!Beth

I am dying to know what Severus' task is.  I wonder if Hermione will be able to help him if he helps her?  And why doesn't Harry want to talk to Snape about his mother?  Hummmm... there's a story in there somewhere.Beth

So close and yet so far! Poor Hermione. Looking forward to the next chapter :-) 

Severus is always a gentleman {DAMN IT }he would never take advantage of Hermione while she was high from such an experience.   

She did it she was flying.  Now what will she do with the feelings she is getting for Severus,  and he for her, that could prove to be very exciting &  interesting.  Looking forward to th next chapter.

Awwww man, that is so unfair. So close and so far! Great scene, almost can feel the air. Love the bird persecution and a caring Severus.

So happy for the update, you made my night!