The Self-Writing Parchment
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Hermione finds a mysterious piece of self-writing parchment in Weasleys' Wizard Wheezes that writes: Tell me your deepest desire. Thinking it’s a trick, she says, “I wish to see my soul mate?” and she suddenly finds herself at Severus’ feet.
This is my response to the Potter_Place Summer 2007 Prompt – #23
The warnings I have listed for this chapter are implied. I chose the rating of MA (NC-17) due to the story’s overall content.
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I love to write. A dreamer, a creator and filled with wonder, imagination and life. Sometimes I get lost in the other worlds I've read and in some I create. It's all good, I’m in good company.
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Reviews for The Self-Writing Parchment
Oh, yes. I can just picture Hermione not going along with everything Draco wants. I can also see how egotistical Draco would be that he thought Hermione would just be thrilled to suddenly be his friend.How much exactly has Cillian caught on to what the study group is up to?
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you for the fun review. Nope, she's not 'thrilled' is she? And Yes, Draco is eogtistical enough to be bewildered by this. Cillian is smarter than you think. He sees and is keeping quiet... Seems more interested in her keeping her head down than worrying about the D, a, study group. 
Makes you wonder why.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you for the fun review. Nope, she's not 'thrilled' is she? And Yes, Draco is eogtistical enough to be bewildered by this. Cillian is smarter than you think. He sees and is keeping quiet... Seems more interested in her keeping her head down than worrying about the D, a, study group. Makes you wonder why.
Very interesting chapter! But how does Severus pass the three-generation test? I suppose if the Dark Lord says your're a pure-blood, you're a pure blood. I am really enjoying this story, especially now that Hermione is back in touch with her friends. You're doing a good job keeping my interest. Thanks.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Hi Pookah, Well, if Severus wasn't a 'loyal' follower but a student, and he was in Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw or Gryffindor - he wouldn't, unless his parent was a loyal follower or they thought he could be turned. Since he was in Slytherin, (and nearly all the Slytherins were allowed back), and if a loyal follower could vouch that he would become loyal to the Dark Lord or could be turned, he'd be accepted. (But this comes out later in the chapters... I'm kind of giving you a spoiler here. Shhhh.) I'm really glad you are enjoying the story. I hope I don't loose your interest. Thank you for the reveiw.bea
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Hi Pookah, Well, if Severus wasn't a 'loyal' follower but a student, and he was in Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw or Gryffindor - he wouldn't, unless his parent was a loyal follower or they thought he could be turned. Since he was in Slytherin, (and nearly all the Slytherins were allowed back), and if a loyal follower could vouch that he would become loyal to the Dark Lord or could be turned, he'd be accepted. (But this comes out later in the chapters... I'm kind of giving you a spoiler here. Shhhh.) I'm really glad you are enjoying the story. I hope I don't loose your interest. Thank you for the reveiw.bea
I don't know why, but I just now got around to reading this story. It is riveting. I love your Severus, he is by turns, severe, protective, and tender (and the tender moments are just... guh!). I can see where he is coming from, and why Hermione can't always see it. Your Hermione is very believable. Thank you!
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Wow, thank you for the lovely review. I'm very glad you've decided to read this and flattered that you like it so. Thank you.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Wow, thank you for the lovely review. I'm very glad you've decided to read this and flattered that you like it so. Thank you.
Before Sev and Hermione came back to Hogwarts their relationship seemed to be moving into some semblence of a 'real' relationship between them. Now that they are back at Hogwarts I get the impression of a man taking care of a child and trying to keep the child from harm. I know Sev is essentially playing both of those roles but I'm wondering if the relationship is shifting back to protector / protectee rather than as it seemed before of shifting to a husband and wife role. Hmmm...
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Ihaven't really given them 'together time'. If you notice, Severus' is dealing with a load of sh_t to be writting and reading messages as much as I have hem doing. hint...
Response from Mazzy (Reviewer)
Hmmm... I'll definitely keep that 'hint' in mind. :)
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Ihaven't really given them 'together time'. If you notice, Severus' is dealing with a load of sh_t to be writting and reading messages as much as I have hem doing. hint...
Response from Mazzy (Reviewer)
Hmmm... I'll definitely keep that 'hint' in mind. :)
This story is a wonderful AU to DH. You present such a tender side to Severus. I know you are busy with other stories, but please up-date soon. I am SO curious about "the parchment!"
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you so very much! I am busy - I know but I have the next chapter off to my betas, and I am writting the chapter after that one.
(I had some revamping to do with my outline because the story took a turn I hadn't planned back when I was typing the 8th chapter.) 
Oh, well, back on track and going forward! So have patience - the chapters are long and my beta is a very busy (and totlaly terrific) woman.
It's coming - I promise!The parchemnt is about to resurface - briefly.As for The Enchanted Tower - next chapter is in queue.As for Plight-Trothed Bride, it's soon to be updated as well.and My Dictionary Drabble - Repaying The Life Debt is about to take another step forward - that's a short weekly chaptered fic based on Hermione being an apprentice to Severus Snape and she has an ulterior motive!Yes, I'm busy- but I ahve loads of typing time and am really having fun here - nightly! 
But have patience - I'm working on it - and NOT abandoning any of them (unless TPP closes down permanently!)
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you so very much! I am busy - I know but I have the next chapter off to my betas, and I am writting the chapter after that one. (I had some revamping to do with my outline because the story took a turn I hadn't planned back when I was typing the 8th chapter.) Oh, well, back on track and going forward! So have patience - the chapters are long and my beta is a very busy (and totlaly terrific) woman. It's coming - I promise!The parchemnt is about to resurface - briefly.As for The Enchanted Tower - next chapter is in queue.As for Plight-Trothed Bride, it's soon to be updated as well.and My Dictionary Drabble - Repaying The Life Debt is about to take another step forward - that's a short weekly chaptered fic based on Hermione being an apprentice to Severus Snape and she has an ulterior motive!Yes, I'm busy- but I ahve loads of typing time and am really having fun here - nightly! But have patience - I'm working on it - and NOT abandoning any of them (unless TPP closes down permanently!)
Hmmm. I think I really like Cillian. He seems like a good person. Poor Hermione. She is really being pulled about 50 different ways.I hope you update soon!
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Good you're suspose to like Cillian. Yes, Hermione is in for a rough year. I'll update as soon as I can.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Good you're suspose to like Cillian. Yes, Hermione is in for a rough year. I'll update as soon as I can.
Hmm there are so many ways this situation could go. Whay is Draco sticking to Hermione like glue? And what will happen about that parchment?I wonder how long Hermione will take this total lack of freedom (not even having her own wand) before she snaps??
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Draco - was given the task of 'befriend her and make it seem she has truned to our side' by the Dark Lord. His mother's life is on the line if he fails, since he'd technically failed the first time. (remember him crying in Moaning Myrtle's loo?)Parchment - I can't tell you yet. sorry.Hermione, is already beginning to feel it and it's only the first two days.
Those Carrows are bad, bad news. And I felt my blood boil when those Death Eaters were awful to her. Argh.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Yes, the Carrows are bad news, and yes, your skin is supposed to crawl and your ire is supposed to rile up from the treatment Rowle and Travis gave her. It's not pretty and sunshine at Hogwarts any more.
And Ginny and Neville enter the picture! Yay! I loved Cillian's rage at the girls' stairs!
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Yes, well, it would piss him off some, wouldn't it? Teehehe Yes, Ginny, Neville, and Luna(later on) and Seamus! Yes, Seamus is gonna be a friend too!
I wonder what Minerva will have to say to Mrs. Snape! Oh, the agony... Great chapter!
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you very much.
There it goes again! A good conversation was all that they needed... but then, where the delicious angst of this chapter would come from, eh? And I was blinded by the white-everything in their wedding - white peacocks! How truly Malfoy! Hehehe!
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Yes, once again all they needed was to open up to each other! As I said it was the wedding of Narcissa's dreams! (A bit much for me to! I'd ahve been numb!)Thank you for the review.
I'm sensing infidelity coming up with Hermione and Cillian and it makes me worried. Are you planning on going back to the parchment and what happened there? Would be interesting to get more growth in the HG/SS relationship.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Red, two words - Best-mate and Dianne! No, don't be worried. I've given hints as to where the parchment is... it wasn't in the glade. So, yes. and Oh, you bet your socks!
I could kick myself for not picking up on this story sooner. This is a great read, and I can't wait for your next update.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you very much. I'm very glad you decided to give this story a read. I hope you like where I take it from here.
I just read last two chapter , and I am sthrill of joy . This is in global so strong , so cocked and so good story that now I know why si this my favorite . It realy hurt the way Hermione is reminded of what awfull things is done to her and by who . To live amongst them and be constantly threaten it will be real nightmere . I wonder why Severus is so sensitive about his hear (Lilly/Hermione ) Is there some things of great importans why Severus is so relucant and refuse oblivate Hermione memory of that night that will play big deal in the future ( location , peaple or whatewer) . The jewellery and his symbolism (possessivnes ?) is anather dylema .Cillian is wery good in protecting Hermione but is a litlle nuisance and I wonder when will Hermione burst . Draco will be surprised when realize that he like Hermione .I am content that she will have opportunity whith her friends to revive the DA and that is graet asset . I am anxiously waiting for next chapter .
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you Lora, I appreciate the supporrt and your wonderful compliment! Yes, it's hurtful how Hermione was reminded of what happened to her, and yes, those two will be around. They are why Cillian is needed and why Draco was given the task of befriending her.In regards to Severus' refusal to Oblivate the rest of the memory - location-no, people-yes, whatever-yes, There is something she saw, heard, witnessed that Sev doesn't want to erase. Plus it happened about 3 months ago (give or take) and if he Oblivates her everything fromthen to present mgight go as well. But he's right, she will piece it together.The neckless and braclet are what I siad it is, to help from blind attacks. Yes, it represents his possessiveness, but also that he is protecting her - and Rowle, Travers and Carrows know that she has to wear it, although maybe not why.The hair thing - you'll see. It's not really a big deal, just something personal to Sev. He doesn't like having it pushed behind his ear.
Response from lora (Reviewer)
Thank s for your renspons so quickly . I just rewrite last chapter again before I read your respons and something hes catch my attention.When Snape is talk with Cilian about DA he told that he must inform McGonagal , Dumbledore and Harry ??????? Maybe I am wrong but I am convicted that he is somehow it must be Harry
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
No, It's talk to Dumbledorre's portrait and report this (to the Order) There is someone in the Order Severus is in contact with, but I haven't indicated who that person is yet. It's NOT Minerva. For reasons I'll make clear (eventually) Severus must seem the loyal Death Eater, so no one on the staff knows the truth - except one. (Haven't mentioned whom yet.) and one who could figure it out, except she's to dimwitted in my book! Sybill
Wow, what a chapter!! GReat work, I want more already!!!gab
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you very much! I'm working on the more part!
I really do not envy Hermione's lack of freedom. There are so many different ways this could play out... it will be quite interesting to see how things end up resolving themselves!
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you very much. Nor do I like her lack of freedom - and she's not liking it either. I hope you like how I plan to play this out... Thankyou for the reveiw
as usual, can't wait for more.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you. I'm finishing the next chapter up actually!
This is an excellent and thought-provoking piece of work! thanks for the update.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
You are most welcome! and thank you for the supportive compliment!
That was a lovely chapter, and poor Hermione, living in that hell. I believe Snape truly cares for her, but I don't know how far this is going to take him. She's in a lot of danger. I really like your Draco by the way.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you very much. Yes, it's going to be a tough year for her and many of her friends. Yes, she's in danger, hince Cillian, the bodyguard, and Draco 'befriending' her. I'm glad you like Draco this way, but I"m not done playing with him...
Grat chapter. She should be grateful to Draco who seems to have taken over a protective role ( despite orders I suspect he wants to protect her anyway).
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
In a way she wasn't thinking he be this close and hovering over her all the time. Surprise! Yep, Draco is going to get to know her real well.
Wonderful chapter, full of detail and points of interest!
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you very much.
yay! another great chapter! i knew that the jewelry must have been protective in some way the minute he was so cranky that she didn't put it on. it was creepy to be reminded of what those awful death eaters did to her. and would do again if given the chance, and i guess that's the point, that those are the conditions she's living under. seems like she needs a whole TEAM of bodyguards, doesn't she? but the good part was how she ran to snape for comfort, so she is really trusting him, and it seems like he's opening up to her, too. so what about the pushing his hair behind his ears? i expect we'll find out eventually. can't wait for more! oh, and i loved that parting scene about her starting some rebel extracurricular club, or however he put it, and snape breaking out the hard liquor. nice comic relief.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Thank you very much. Yes, teh jewlery have/serve a purpose, besides the spells - they are a symbol of possessiveness. Yep, but these guys were there, and yes, given any opportunity would do so again. This is the condition she is under even if she is in Hogwarts - and why Cillian is following her everywhere. Yes, she is now seeking comfort from Severus. I'm glad you are still enjoying the story.
*shakes head* You've done a good job of making the DE's completely loathsome. Not that they weren't already, but the point is driven home over and over again each time we see them. I don't really understand why Hermione is in so much danger when Snape is headmaster but apparently with the motley crew he calls "friends" those people aren't so easy to control. I'll be glad when we finally get a break from them - they are truly awful!
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Yes, I am using the roughest and lowest 'men' ideal for my Death Eaters - they are creeps! Hermione's danger is in the fact that guys like these are not to be trusted and Rowle, Travers and Carrow want to get thier hands on her, and they know that Severus can't be everywhere. Besides, given that the Drak Lord doles out punishments for 'disobedience and disloality', even he can't control them all the time!
I'm really enjoying this story. It has a realistic feel to it. I can really see something like this happening in a time of war. It probably has happened. The feelings and the situations you write about make it very easy to imagine and empathize with Hermione. You are a very talented writer.
Response from beaweasley2 (Author of The Self-Writing Parchment)
Awe, thank you. *blushes* I have a few notes from situations from other wars in my outline (WWI and WWII) and yes, I'm drawing from that. Plus I'm trying to keep everyone as canon as possible even if I'm changing DH a bit - okay a lot. I appreciate the support, thank you.