What a page turner this chapter was (or is it mouse clicker?)  Your characterisations are just awesome and so believable.  Brilliant.

Brilliant story.  SS has come on so far, it's hard to remember what he was like in the begining, you've wrought the changes so gradually and very subtlely.

Waaaaaaaaaaaa!  Brilliant and so angsty.

I just love the way this story twists and turns, one just doesn't know what's going to happen next.  Brilliant Draco bit lol.

Wow. I'm so lucky I didn't get into trouble at work, because I kept reading this instead of doing my job. This story was excellent. I love your writing style, and I think the way that you developed Snape was PERFECT. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this with us. You should be very proud of your talent.

Oh NO!! I'm behind! My main goal today is get my reading done. ( But I'm supposed to be writing! ) You are first on my list, SW.

Why in the world did Hermione agree to that contract? She can't live with another man if they seperate thing. I dont understand that one bit.

As for soft-severus, not really a problem. He's been clearly working through things so far, and this is just the next step in his development. 

And love the new and stronger Hermione (cept the marriage-contract, bit) 

I'm too tired to give you the review you deserve, but it would be terrible for me to go off to bed without saying SOMEthing. And knowing myself and my tendencies, I'd more than likely forget to come back.

That said, I must applaud you on a remarkable piece of fiction. The journey was a mass of hurdles, misunderstandings and important lessons for all.

Wonderfully done.

Many thanks for sharing!

Author's Response: Thank you very much. I appreciate that. :) Glad you were able to enjoy it. :)

WOW!!  I know I adore your stories, but this one really appealed to me emotionally.  I'm a little confused about how certain people felt at certain times, and Severus's reactions were sometimes kind of awkward, but I was adored this story.  I'm so glad it was on the random story selector.

oh...wow that is wonderful story..i have no words...magnificent.. :)

I have to say, this is the best portrayal of Snape I have read yet. Although I felt so bad for Hermione so many times, his actions were so true to the real Snape. You are an excellent writer.

I am excited to read your other stories! 

i don't want him to be a sweet man, but maybe more receptive to what she feels and help her along the way of the pregnancy!cheeky little bastard he is!good story absolutely fascinating!

Expect an email from me, Southern. This review is going to be privately sent.

“It makes me feel powerful. It tells me that I can manipulate you with a twisting of words. It makes me want to possess you and own you…and fuck you until you scream out my name.” Hermione blanched, dropping her hand away from him. “Not what you wanted to hear, is it, my dear?”The one thing that I really like about this fic is that Snape is not a nice man...ie. self-serving prick. So, even though I don't delve into the melodramatic fics, this one got me hooked, anyway. :)

Ha,ha,ha, its getting better and better.SW, you are a genius.Ooops, the punishment for Rolanda will be a hard one?

This is such an amusing story.Can't wait for the next.