Brewing ... indeed!

GUH

Hmm ... the DL's motives escape me.  Still don't like Narcissa, simply on principle you understand.  ;)

But I'd take Lucius home if they'd let me.

this chapter was beautiful.  The props (goblets, rings, wine) were used to perfection.Well done!

My God, what a chapter!!!  That was so intense.  wow.  I am just in shock.  That was incredible.  While I can't really get Hermione's reasoning in the last chapter, here...wow.  the emotions are so poignant and I just want to kill Albus myself!  I understand Severus' pain and I can't wait to see what will happen next!  This is just beautiful and the intricacies in this chapter especially are just incredible.

"The problem with you, Lucius," the Dark Lord remarked softly, "is you don't realize that the most effective bruises don't show."Holy cow!  What a profound statement.  And to have Lucius escort her back to Hogwarts!! ::too anxious to comment more::

WOW!  I love how you involved Myrtle.  That was classic.I had to take a deep breath after this was done.  There's so much ... just so much!!!brava!

the truth ... *nods knowinglyaren't we all ashamed of that very thing?

*happy sigh*Hooch's powers surprised me, and her seemingly snobbish way of repeating rumors.  It leads me to believe she has ulterior motives.

Very intriguing chapter! Apparently being a Know-It-All does not mean you know all!

Another amazingly agonizing and deliciously detailed chapter that almost stopped my heart! (You owe me anew, keyboard -- my tears are about to short out the one I've been using).

There is so much going on here that I had to read this chapter FOUR times, and reread several others all the way back to the beginning of the narrative, to begin to put all the pieces in some kind of relational order. And still I am not certain -- which is what makes you such a brilliant author. All of the symbolism is breathtaking.

There is the matter of the Elfin crystal, and the Dark Lord's recalling of the story of Abraham and Isaac (there is a ton of information in this, I'll wager).

And then there is "Take," the Dark Lord said, as Severus knelt before him. "Drink." A lot here, too – after all, does not the Dark Lord see himself as a Savior? The symbolism is breathtaking!!!

What of our Severus? Does not this chapter show us how much he searches for forgiveness, salvation, absolution, the opportunity to atone, for acceptance? All his life he has searched for just these things………….

Mia, you are an evil, evil woman. You give us so much tantalizingly beautifully interwoven information as you spin your wonderful tale of magic, healing, and redemption. While I am DYING to know the outcome for Severus and Hermione, I will patiently wait for you to present us more information – because this is your story, and only you can tell it, in your own good time. Another tip of my hat to your literary genius. 100 Points to the House of Madwyn.

I remain your loyal servant,

Beth

Very confusing and powerful. In the end - he sold his soul.How sad.

Are we reaching the story's climax?  (There's been quite a few along the way.)  This story is truly awesome.  :-D

 Oh, this was so worth the wait! Oh my goodness. Oh shit shit shit. Fuck, damn, shit, and hell. Oh, man. That's pretty much the extent of my ability to verbalize what I think right now. How twisted...I am in awe of you. Why can't I write like this? Teach me, oh master!Please, please say that 54 is coming soon? I don't know if I can stand it if I don't know what happens. Will he find her? Will he be able to fix her? What about him? Please, please, soon!

Wow! What a ride! I have just caught up with the last 20 chapters after somehow having it drop off my radar at another site that isn't blessed with email alerts and bookmarks - truly needed when dealing with a story of this depth and length. I am struggling to describe a superlative that will adequatelely describe my enjoyment of your work and your crafting of this story. While I agree with you that Dumbledore has no scruples when considering the 'greater good' I never thought that I would be cheering on Voldemort (to borrow a phrase from Ron, "Bloody Hell!"). So... Go Voldy! Go Voldy! Especially as he explained his reasoning, his respect for Hermione and his plans for her and Severus . I even felt sorry that all his followers disappoint him! But then again when you surround yourself with sycophants what do you expect?  Such courage to break her wand...You Go Girl!I expect the Elfin crystal goblets are an integral part to the story...Yes? No? Won't Tell?Once again "Brilliant!"  (By the way can someone get Ron out of my head? )Cheers

That is indeed a twist of evil proprtions. Albus who is working for the light was prepared to sactrifice Hermione to save Harry - For the greater good, but Voldemort was just testing Severus, and... and...I can't go on anymore.Please, please tell me you are going to make it all better?? 

If I ever get a birthday like this one from the Love of my Life it will really be proof that God loves me and wants me to be happy!I'm glad that Snape had to struggle with it so much.  I'm glad he perservered, even if it was with uncertainty, pounding heart, and trembling knees   Things that do not demand a price seem to have no worth at times.  And Hermione was so beautifully gracious and loving in return.  How good it can be when everything turns out **big sigh**perfect.   Oh children, remember, remember.

mmmm mmmm mmmm mmmm mmmmmmmlovelyanticipationnow I get to sleep and dream of him*happy sigh*

'til tomorrow, my friend

tea*sigh*that bites

((my emotions, not the chapter))

and, sorry for the typo in the last one, and the duplicate from the one before.  The page went blank and the review wasn't there when I looked, but now there are two.

sorry

what a beautiful scene you set.and having Ron calm her?  What's that about?  Not that I dont' adore Rod, cuz he's my fav. ((just ask my friends.  they hate that I love Ron!))  :)I'm intrigued by her abilities.

::happy sigh::

short n sweet chapter

OMGThe chapter where he realizes that he loves her.  Or does he truly realize it?Inquiring minds want to know!

I love the use of the word simplied.  You used it well, and it made sense.

As for this chapter, I'm scared for her.  I do not like Narcissa Malfoy.  Simply because she exists.

"Now there's an idea, why don't we just turn her loose on him and sit back and watch and may the best maniac win?" LMFAO

*happy sigh*You're an evil-cliffie writing authoryou know that, right?  I'm just thankful that I can read through to the next and the next and the next