Thank you so very much. I'm deeply flattered. Yes, I thought it time to expose what Severus has been up to and why he and Hermione aren't together so much. Bit of an eye opener and all needed to be added - on his part.Yep, I'd be rebelling and trying to ditch my 'tails' too. But this will end up making several things happen in later chapters that are necessary. I hope I don't make you wait as long for an update on this story. Tower will update soon - it's in queue already.Thank you for the review. 

You are very welcome. I'm so glad you are enjoying this tale. Yes, he is now aware, but what he does with the information we'll have to see... As for Hermione, hopefully she'll rememeber what he said (and if you recall Draco said the same thing before) to heart and won't let the Dark Lord get to her so much.Thank you very much for the review.

Wow, thank you that is really quite a compliment! I really appreciate that you think so. I'm always worried about being too wordy.Oh, doll, you've hit the situation between Severus and Hermione on the HEAD! Plus keep in mind, he wants her to be quiet, in the corner and not causing mischief or whinning... books, instruction, learn something - to keep her in line. So it works both ways for him. (Right now it's really more of the later than former. That will change though.)It would be really hard to live under Snape's roof and not 'see' things, but no, Draco is in his own world right now. He still sees what Severus wants him to see.

In regards to Narcissa, she is. SHe is angry at Severus. Upset about loads of things - and it will come out in a few chapters. But think about this, rather than give Hermione old, frumpy dresses - she gave her sexy nightgowns (think Victoria Secrets) and silky dressing robes that don't stay closed very well. Talk about 'taunting' and 'teasing' attire. why? It's not for Draco's benefit - he could care less. and Narcissa certainly couldn't give a Kute of a care about the Rat!Thank you for the really nice compliments. It means the world to me when someone likes my story this much. I really appreciate the support - and hope to update this one again soon. hugs~

Thank you,

. Yes, in this chapter you see into Severus' POV and gain some insight. While he still has his flaws, he is still a decent guy, sort of, and yes, he is still working for the same side he was in the books. There is a reason that Dumbledore set Severus up to replace him at Hogwarts. The school is a vital part of Dumbledore's plans, scheming and 'chess game.' I have Severus exactly where I/Dumbledore want him to be. As far as Inner Circle stuff - warnings of raids and such... you'll see. I can't say too much now.  

I'm very flattered that you do. Thank you.Oh, my... I can't answer that. Yet. At this point, they are still struggling with each other and the situation they are in, and what is happening around them. But this is still only September in the story. I hope to be far more diligent in my updates. Thank you for the review.

Yes, I'm sorry, but I really didn't want her to have some Death Eater's baby. That wouldn't be fair. Yes, she will face the Dark Lord, and she'll find out quite a bit about her situation.Oh, I have plans for the Rat! Don't worry, he gets his.Thank you very much. I really appreciate the support.

Jenn, Yes, Hermione is being boxed in and flollowed. It's tough to be corraled like that.Yep, Severus is handling a lot - and plenty of trouble. But he's up to it - he's not over his head. Dumbledore knew what he was doing setting Severus up to be his replacement.Thank you for the reivew. Things will only get better when she learns to close her mind...

Thank you so very much. You're welcome for the update - I'm thrilled that I was able to get another chapter in for the holidays...Severus does have his hands full, but nothing he can't handle. Dumbledore knoew what he was doing making/choosing Severus as his replacement. Nope - he can't confide in her - but he does have Cillian. Didn't you catch that? Yes, he has a nobel character, and will do what he thinks is right...  But please, don't smack him yet, he's got too much on his plate right now.

You're susposed to like Cillian - did you think I'd/Severus would have someone following her around who was like Lestrange? Or Travers? Give the man some credit!

The problem with Draco is that he's already failed one task - and is afraid to fail again. Give him time, he just is trying his best to be one of her bodyguards/friend.  Thank you very much for the review. 

Yes, Wormtail is a disgusting man - and being a rat suits him perfectly. Draco will expalin later...No Severus will not be pleased - at all.Oh, it's bad - pretty bad. Poor girl.Brewing potions, the Dark Lord's bidding, trying to ... You'll see.I'm so glad you are enjoying this story. Thank you for the review.

Yes, things that she does remember are hampered by what she can't. BUt then I really didn't want to type a rape/torture/raped agian by whoever... yuck. So I took it out. Yes, he is irritated with her, but he has no reason to be a total berk. Yes, he's tender and gentle with her, physically. He does care about what has happened to her.Yes, both a and b are correct. You get a gold star.  Plus he can ward her in and keep her safe.

Oh, he will definately be givingher stuff to read - it keeps her quiet and busy. Teehehe

Yes, she has. A real bad mess actually! Hope you enjoy the story...   Thank you for the review.

Yes, I need to add that in because it seems he's avoiding her - and he was. Yes, things are uncomfortable for Hermione, constantly being watched, followed and not even allowed her wand... I'm gobsmacked that you compared this to a Hitchock feeling! I love Hitchock and think he was amazing. Thank you for the review. I'm off to type some more...

Thank you very much. I was hoping that readers wouldn't mind, since I have a lot of repetitive information in this part... Thank you very much for the review.

Thank you very much. Severus has finally had his eyes opened and that which he'd taken for bravery in Hermione was how she deals with fear, and he now knows that she's been leaning on him and he hadn't even known it. Yes, things are going to happen between them, but she must learn to close her mind first. You are seeing the 'good' side of Cillian - remember, you only see him from Hermione's POV - but I really do have bits of hints in there about his true nature. He is very much like Severus, only warm brown eyes and curly hair and from a large, rich family. You will find out more as the story progresses - two things in his past greatly affected Cillian, and Severus was a part of them...You are very welcome for the update. I plan on making my 3 WIP's my primary focus for a long while and not take on extra stuff... Thank you so much for your patience and the sweet review. I really appreciate the support. 

It's with my beta, but some really horible RL has delayed things. (hurricanes and flooding, torn roof) Sory, but please be patient.

It's with my beta, but some really horible RL has delayed things. (hurricanes and flooding, torn roof) Sory, but please be patient.

Ok, no. Narcissa had difficutly concieving. So Severus gave Narcissa potions to help her concieve within the timeframe - before time ran out and Lucius could annul the union by declaring her barren. A few people missed that. My fault. The being married to Severus was frightening to her at the time. Things between her and Severus hadn't relaly been all that great so far. Hermione will be at H__s. Sorry if that's a spoiler.

AFter I left the review I couldnt wait for your response so I went trolling and read other's reviews. I get it now. Its funny because this story was initally recd to me because I am working on a quiz where Severus has a child but Hermione is not the mother. I see now that person must have been confused. Anyhoo I am glad I am reading the story even if it wont fit this particular quiz because its very good!!!

Thank you very much. I'm really flatered to know that. I hope I don't disappoint down the line.

Ok, no. Narcissa had difficutly concieving. So Severus gave Narcissa potions to help her concieve within the timeframe - before time ran out and Lucius could annul the union by declaring her barren. A few people missed that. My fault. The being married to Severus was frightening to her at the time. Things between her and Severus hadn't relaly been all that great so far. Hermione will be at H__s. Sorry if that's a spoiler.

AFter I left the review I couldnt wait for your response so I went trolling and read other's reviews. I get it now. Its funny because this story was initally recd to me because I am working on a quiz where Severus has a child but Hermione is not the mother. I see now that person must have been confused. Anyhoo I am glad I am reading the story even if it wont fit this particular quiz because its very good!!!

Thank you very much. I'm really flatered to know that. I hope I don't disappoint down the line.

Nope, they didn't bother. Severus wouldn't keep the 'dark' ones in the sitting room, anyway. They are just light reading for her. There are two that will be significent, but they get packed with a vase. (hint) Yes, Severus slipped. I update as often as I can. I am up to chapter 18 (written) and working on 19. I update as often as I can, really!  I am really giddy at your kind words - thank you!

Nope, they didn't bother. Severus wouldn't keep the 'dark' ones in the sitting room, anyway. They are just light reading for her. There are two that will be significent, but they get packed with a vase. (hint) Yes, Severus slipped. I update as often as I can. I am up to chapter 18 (written) and working on 19. I update as often as I can, really!  I am really giddy at your kind words - thank you!

Well, so far we are dealing with something Sverus has never encountered before nad since he hasn't actually seen the parchment, or identified the spells on it - he isn't sure. The Parchment will show up again - later.Yes, well, blame Narcissa for Hermione's attire. She's wanting to make it hard on Severus. This is a revenge part on her half - you'll see why alter. And Draco still sees her as a Mudblood. So he sees her as below beneith him.I'm quite flattered by  your review. Thank you.

Well, so far we are dealing with something Sverus has never encountered before nad since he hasn't actually seen the parchment, or identified the spells on it - he isn't sure. The Parchment will show up again - later.Yes, well, blame Narcissa for Hermione's attire. She's wanting to make it hard on Severus. This is a revenge part on her half - you'll see why alter. And Draco still sees her as a Mudblood. So he sees her as below beneith him.I'm quite flattered by  your review. Thank you.

Wow, thank you.

Wow, thank you.

Didn't Snape tell her a dozen times - he doesn't brew beauty products. Geeze the guy whipps her up a gift - one time - and she's pleading for more! Ah well.Yes, the DA is coming back - with a vengernce... oopsNope, Draco's so sure of himself and cocky that he doesn't see the forest for the trees. But then what do expect from someone who insulted a hippogriff? If he is ging to befriend Hermione, he's gonna have to earn it. poor sod.Thank you for the review.

Didn't Snape tell her a dozen times - he doesn't brew beauty products. Geeze the guy whipps her up a gift - one time - and she's pleading for more! Ah well.Yes, the DA is coming back - with a vengernce... oopsNope, Draco's so sure of himself and cocky that he doesn't see the forest for the trees. But then what do expect from someone who insulted a hippogriff? If he is ging to befriend Hermione, he's gonna have to earn it. poor sod.Thank you for the review.

She almost did, but Snape had to reinforce it on her. It surprised him that he underestimated her so. Nope, the boys didn't realize that she was under the Imperious - they were in shock at the time... didn't expect to jsut see her on the street... and they were caught of gaurd. Yeah, that's what they would have told everyone. They were caught off gaurd - and didn't want to hex Hermione to get to Snape. Thank you for the enjoyable review.

"they were in shock" Which is of course true, however the skeptical cynical side of me says they should have stunned Hermione and attempted to take out Snape. Wandless anyone??? If woman were running the world things would be much different :DDid you sign up for the HG/SS exchange on LJ yet? hint hint

She almost did, but Snape had to reinforce it on her. It surprised him that he underestimated her so. Nope, the boys didn't realize that she was under the Imperious - they were in shock at the time... didn't expect to jsut see her on the street... and they were caught of gaurd. Yeah, that's what they would have told everyone. They were caught off gaurd - and didn't want to hex Hermione to get to Snape. Thank you for the enjoyable review.

"they were in shock" Which is of course true, however the skeptical cynical side of me says they should have stunned Hermione and attempted to take out Snape. Wandless anyone??? If woman were running the world things would be much different :DDid you sign up for the HG/SS exchange on LJ yet? hint hint

Yes, you get points for getting that one right. Which house do they go to? At this point - he's conflicted. Tell me what you think of him in a few more chapters. I hope you still like how I have him by chapter 13.Thank you  for the compliment, I'm giddy! I love a complicated Snape.

Yes, you get points for getting that one right. Which house do they go to? At this point - he's conflicted. Tell me what you think of him in a few more chapters. I hope you still like how I have him by chapter 13.Thank you  for the compliment, I'm giddy! I love a complicated Snape.

Oh, good guess. You'll see... Draco was down stairs, reading. Don't worry I'll explain his side later.  Nope - Severus will be down right furious.

Oh, good guess. You'll see... Draco was down stairs, reading. Don't worry I'll explain his side later.  Nope - Severus will be down right furious.

*blushes* Wellll... er, do you forgive me at least? You're the only one to bring this up.

*blushes* Wellll... er, do you forgive me at least? You're the only one to bring this up.

No, so far no kids. BUt I'm very flattered that you like my story. Oh, the last chapte of The Potion Master's Amalthea, Severus is a father.Thank you for the reveiw. Oh and do look in the reveiws - there are hidden bonuses!

No, so far no kids. BUt I'm very flattered that you like my story. Oh, the last chapte of The Potion Master's Amalthea, Severus is a father.Thank you for the reveiw. Oh and do look in the reveiws - there are hidden bonuses!