oh that was great.

So cute the way malcom calls albus boss.

And how perfect to through albus’s fire magic in the mix there – he is quite the pyromaniac in the HP novels.

 very nice references to voldie and his rise in this chapter; always nice to have a time context for this story

albus is so cute worrying about poppy and her exam.  Very cute

speaking of cute, Gertrude and Malcolm are juts darling together. Thanks for that glimpse into their world

lovely chapter(s)

hahaha...

Interesting, indeed.

What a wonderful beginning. I love how you "show" the story through dialogue.  Beautifully done.  I wonder if Minerva's blush matched her tartan? 

Wow, so far, it's a great story. It's been my bedtimestory for the last few days and it really is very fascinating. I hadn't written a review just now, but onla at the end of the story (yeah, sorry, I'm lazy...), if there hadn't been mentioned Minervas apprenticeship in Germany. But didn't you say she'd apprenticedin France?

Simply have been wondering.

Great story!

You realize that your writing is adding to global warming and may end up being regulated if you keep going like this.Though, here in the Midwest, a nice heat wave is welcome.

yay! he caved at last!

Hmm, I think these two are finally learning to "communicate"! Good lord, though, how did they ever manage to function, in public no less, after an evening at like that?!LOL at the potato sack. Too funny! I'm just loving this, they're finally being together, and being comfortable with each other. Again, so much like "real" people. It's very natural and believable.*sigh* I love romacne!

Wooow, RaM has been each time more interesting! It's so good to read all the romance beetween Minerva and Albus, I've been almost devouring these last chapters.
Oh gods, it's wonderful (and let me say, it's very hot too)
Thank you very much!

*Marina

Great chapter!  I felt awful for Minerva when Albus said that he wanted to walk her back to her rooms - I do understand his feelings on the matter, but I also understand hers.  Does Murdoch know that she and Albus are together?  I think so!  I wonder where Albus is taking Minerva on their outing - perhaps the spot he took her to in "Forever in the Sun"?  I look forward to reading the next chapter, and especially reading about their holiday!

Holy hell!!!!!! You are so frickin wicked! And I love itWhat a cliffhanger.And finally – wall sex! That was incredibly hot – and I can’t wait for the next chapterMinerva is so damn conniving – in a good way.  The way she played the little demure ‘oh albus aren’t I pretty enough for you’ bit  to perfection. She is wicked too!  and thank goodness for it Also looking forward to the duel but mainly right now I need to go cool off after that chapter!

Uh oh.  Babies with older fathers.  Things sure can get awkward quickly.I have one of those little USB port powered fans that I am using right now.  It just got really hot in here.Feel free to post the next chapter any second now.

Well, Mr. Malcolm Mercury McGonagall, talk about pots calling kettles black when you don't even know what's really going on with the kettle.  You deserved that smack upside the head from your little sister.Humph.We do seem to be making progress on the romance front, even if things aren't moving as swiftly as Minerva would like.  Albus is shy because this relationship counts.  Patience may be frustrating, but it is a virtue.

oh, that is a very naughty cliffhanger! If this is Albus out of practice with lovemaking, my imagination [almost!] fails at his in-practice skills! If we were actually having a winter here, I'd go sit out on the deck to cool off. I may need to stand in front of the freezer for awhile...*ahem*I got a good laugh out of Melina's Muggle appliances. She's a bit kooky, but endearing.Lovely line: "held by his strength and supported by his love." I love all your little touches, like "Modern British Healcraft", the discussion of favorite childhood books, the staff coming back to Hogwarts, etc. It all adds so much depth, and is so vivid and natural.I enjoyed all of it, as usual!

Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn.Wow.

Great chapter and an enjoyable read! Keep up the good work.

Lucky Minerva! If that's what Albus conjures up on a spur of the moment for a date, one planned in advance is probably very decadent! Loved the chapter! :D

The part where Quin pledges himself to Minerva is a very nice gesture. I also liked how the two of them were able to deduce what they think might be the source of Albus' image issues. The surprise date is very cute. Excellent chapter.

What an excellent chapter. I love the interaction between them as they are newly in love with each other. Just a comment, there's a break in the text where you combined the two chapers from fanfiction.net, with the title and picture. Other than that, great work!

*sigh* oh, that was nice! Very sweet, and Albus is definitely relaxing more around her.I liked Dilys givng Albus wardrobe advice, and Egria and Merwyn together. They're cute! I like how very at easy and warm and homey Egria is with Albus, and with them as a couple.Lots of warm fuzzies!I liked Albus and his his broomless flying. He is quite impressive! *ahem*

I did read this when it went up, but did not get a chance to post a review.The whole chapter was a delight. A very pleasing Malcolm fix <g>, and I loved all of it, from the dueling to the little lecture about not being a gentleman! Loved the Charmed Obsidian Seer's Glass!Sorry for the quick review, but I'm anxious to get on to the new chapter!

I really couldn't believe this chapter ended right here...Ouch! I'm soooo looking forward to read more!I can't even make that dog face along with the puppy eyes, curiosity is eating me... LOL!I hope the next update is coming soon \o/Gods, I love this story of yours! Thank you for all of this ^^     *Marina

oh, bravo, that was wonderful! It brought back so many warm lovely memories of that first flush of love, with my dh. You are a truly gifted writer! I particularly liked how she suddenly found Wagner not so objectional. Love makes everything beautiful, and that first, special, intensity in a relationship changes everything around you. The world glows!Loved the Arithmancy calculations! And I liked that Minerva said so frankly that Albus loves Gertrude, and his little start of surprise. It was just a nice touch.  I'm enjoying their revelations to one another, and their finally being able to clear up so much.Comparing the start of their relationship to the warm up of the orchestra was beautiful! That one made me cry.I'm alwys hungry after reading any of your descriptions about food! What a delightful, wonderful, chapter. All those 600,000 words of angst (well, not *all* angst) was worth it!! The payoff is even better than anticpated!

Now, that's romance.  Drinks, a concert, an excellent dinner.  Albus Dumbledore certainly knows how to entertain a lady.I can understand Albus' desire to keep Minerva to himself for a little while.  He's famous enough that once they become known as a couple, they'll garner a lot of attention and talk.  He seems very private about his personal life, even if Minerva doesn't seem to need that like he does.He's adjusting.  Let's just say that sometimes the wine is all the sweeter for having had to wrestle with the cork.  Taking the time until they are both ready is wise.

How lovely! I feel like I'm wrapped up in the warming quilt Albus gave Minverva! I'm so happy for our couple!As ever, Quin is wonderful. I cried when he talked about Aileen, and his love for her. How beautiful, and bittersweet. I can't get enough of this story. While I'm thrilled to see Albus and Minerva getting closer, I am going to very sad when this finally wraps up! Thank you again for the pdfs, so I can get a fix when I need it!Off to read the one-shot so I can find the fore-fore-shadowing<g>. And hoping the events to show up include Aberforth.Lovely, warm, emotional chapter. *sigh*

You did manage to get Minerva and Quin through this without embarrassing either of them over her atypical behavior when she was rebounding.  Nicely done.  Their conversation was surprisingly frank for a man and woman, even if they are good friends.Now, we shall get to see Albus and Minerva on a date.  Reader jumps up and down, clapping in delight.