I thoroughly enjoyed this chapter.Stockholm syndrome, indeed. That was a good one, Mr. Snape.With what grace Hermione ended this little tea party. Priceless.Pity you didn't describe the impact Hermione's appearance made on them - or is this yet to come? I suppose there is a reason that you (or was that Voldemort?) ordered Lucius to accompany her home.

And yet another fascinating twist, which is quickly becoming redundant in this wonderful story.  You are taking me places I never thought about in my “what if” moments.  Obviously, I am hoping he will break out of the imperious curse and before he is responsible for hurting anyone of importance.  I wait with baited breath for the next installment.  As always, thanks for sharing, JoAnne

What an interesting aproach to the Dark Lord's machinations you chose. This would distinguish your fic from all the other MLC fics - wouldn't the unique way you write, your choice of style and the way you can convey the feelings of your characters have already distinguished your fic from all the others.The comb is quite a clever device - and so suitable for someone with Hermione's hair.I have no time to elaborate on this chapter. I have to go and read about the Malfoys' response to the "new" Hermione.

I love Hermione's impassioned speech to Dumbledore.  I just hope Severus is able to snap out of it and prove her right!

Wow. This chapter really set up the parallel between Dumbledore (Light Lord?) and Voldemort (Dark Lord...) very well. I must say I'm very interested in what Bella must have done:"Bella was no healer" it's a very sinister line, sort of what would be used in a psychological thriller of some sort.

I must say too I love how you have used Luna, she is far too undervalued most of the time, I don't think I've ever read of her frowning, but you didn't take away any of her whispy luna-ness.Alright, well as ususal I'm desperate for the next chapter.

Ooh, Mia, how you tangle these threads.  You are a master-weaver indeed.  I am struck by the tension of Severus and Hermione attempting to discern the other's moves in the absence of concrete information.  And how will love override Imperio?  *please, let love override Imperio...  *whimpers

Again, quite a lot has happened in this chapter.We have learned that in order to have tea with the queen one has to look like a frump.We now know that Lady Granger wears Chanel and her daughter's secret dream was to raid her closet.

But - most astonishing - that Rolanda Hooch is not just a Quidditch jock.That Snape likes to sleep near to Hermione we already knew, but it's always nice to be reminded of it.I'm really enjoying you story, just in case you couldn't tell.

So it is Snape - of all people - to recognise that Ron has a bigger emotional range than a teaspoon.The magic between them is getting more tangible. You are doing a great job on building this up.

Well, who else other than Lucius to send.  Even if he doesn't trust him.  After all who could completely trust Lucius. 

I really laughed when Hermione used her TMI to get away from the situation. So she really knows how to use her "feminine wiles" to manipulate the boys - just not the way Snape thinks she does.They really have to be on the lookout for everything they do, don't they? They can't even be carried away by passion. Stupid monitoring spell.At least they still have tea.

I can't believe that it was really a month ago when I stopped reading your story with this chapter. But what a good start to continue reading. Lovely.The style you chose conveyed the feelings of both characters really well.

Oh bugger! The shit's really about to hit the fan now: and I can't wait!

This was the best chapter ever and Hermione's speech to Dumbledore was magnificent.  Can't hardly wait for more.

Hermione will know he is under Imperio, she will save him yet again! I hope!

Oh another great chapter. I adored Luna in this one and her calmness. I grinned when Ron not only blerted out that the Patronus couldn't be from Hermione then worried that she hadn't eaten enough.  I nearly applauded Hermione chewing out Dumbledore. I'm really worried for her. I think she's heading to Severus - into the Dark Lord's circle. And Bella, she healed herself? gads. Good update. Next?

Arrrrgh!!!! Fight it, Severus. Fight it!!! Nooooooes! ::deep breath:: Okay... it'll work out. It'll... work... out??? ::Imperio:: Of courssssse it will. 

OH NO! ~shakes Severus hard~ snap out of it, you EEEDEEYOT! ~backhands him many times then checks to see if he's back in reality~Hmmmmmmmmm.For this one? Der ring der nibelungen...E Nomine again....>.>(yay for german bands, srsly like lawlercopter!)

must you always have something up your sleeve?!you really enjoy torturing this poor couple, hm?!just you wait, they will seek revenge, don't you think?hope this bloody thursday will have an acceptable ending.*shiver*

one of the biggest love stories I ever had the honour to come across at these quarters.your writing skill is excellent, you have talent to describe so innocently, so natural, it is wonderful to read. really.

"at least I'm not pregnant"the simplest way to explain pain.and he helps her in the simplest way. his presence and warmth. he can give.wat a long but loveyl nigth.except for the harsh ending. but thats the way it is when being married to a deatheater.and he starts to like this "dangerous" fctivity called kissing. it's about time.interesting theme about who should have been sorted where.so he sees something higher in draco. basicly good material going to waste. interesting.

Oh goodness! Another wonderfully written chapter. *begs* Don't make us wait another month!

they are working  together!!they are actually working togetherAND leading something like a normal casual conversation!Who would have believed this could ever happen !Enormous step into the right direction. wow

so he is swallowing his pride and gets her back, not only back but right in his /their bed.was this legilimens necessary? it seems he understands in what hundred ways he had hurt her in only one week.and he is going to heal her. first by trying to share, then by having to handle a real injury all by himself. you are doing fine work here. he is almost to be called tender. gentle. almost.sigh, "there's a  light"    *singing*

what an amazing chapeter! my heart is in my throat.

argh!! this blasted idiot!was that necessary?he can't believe that something was a gift, given onyl to him and him alone.*fury*she should have slapped him. It would have been called self-protection!this is reason enough to cast an 'unforgivable'.