Not a bad idea, forcing a trial like that. Given the slip-shod nature of JKR's alternate reality in a land that prides itself on a thousand years of law, might as well!

I see a bit of Slytherin deviousness has rubbed off :)

Oh, she is a smart cookie and Robards is an absolute assjack. I can't wait to see her bring them all down!

Hurray! Way to go, Hermione!

You are adding so much depth to the colors of this dark tapestry.  Thank you for your efforts. 

How harrowing.  Being from farm country, knowing what a harrow actually is, and what a harrow is designed to do, this chapter is definitely harrowing. 

I loved Hermione manipulating that Auror to get her way. I'm eagerly awaiting Severus' trial, I have faith that Hermione will bring together a perfect defence so the Ministry has to give him his freedom. This chapter was wonderful, as always.

I am so glad there is respect on both sides.  Great story.

I am so glad there is respect on both sides.  Great story.

Oh good greif! Can Hermione be ready for the naked parts soon? I am! I enjoyed Severus being honest about his feelings towards the Malfoys. And speakking of feelings it must be trying for them both to know what is real between them and what is the spell. Poor little love birds.

I thought the witty exchange between the two journals was lots of fun. Snape can show his sense of humor.

You had me laughing out loud with "Letters my arse. The only letters she'll be getting frm me are the ones I write on her skin with my tounge." Naughty naughty~I liked Albus so subtly accusing Snape of the resentment Harry feels towards him. So true. Question if the enchantment demands a binding what else will it demand? Children?

I was so afraid he might die when Voldy said he knew eveything. And now they're taking him to Azakaban. Argh you want to kill me?

What a stunning chap! Who's the traitor in the Order? Percy? I was very happy as Severus got away with Winkie's help. But what now, with him sent to Azkaban?You're keeping us on our toes.

Suddenly I find myself thinking about my psychology professor from college.  The one with blond hair, blue eyes, marvelous tan, and the southern accent....*long sigh*

Love it.

Idiot aurors! He's here to protect her, Little Lady! Ha! Who was battling? Where were the aurors during the blood bath! OMG! I'm so mad. This chapter was beautifully written. I usually hate battle scenes because I can't figure out what's going on. This one came off very well. Please, no more angst. Let Kingsley get Sev out and they live happily ever after.  Pretty Please! They must have had a plan...... Hugs, Muggle Mom

Ah detention, De Tension!

Have some chocolate. It will make you feel...^_^

Excellent chapter, I was gripped and on the edge of my seat.Thankfully they both survived.

I hope the hopping back and forth between scenes was clearNo worries! Everything seemed quite straightforward to me!  Wonderful addition to the story!  I'm so excited they both came out alive.... stupid aurors, tho... I get that they have to do their job...but that doesn't mean I have to like em!  :)  Thanks for the awesome update!!

What a battle and what Hermione was doing - the lion has got her claws out trying to protect her husband - wow

good riddance of Voldy!!!!!

Ron deserved that , he did!

I love fics where Hermione holds her ground and participate actively of the fight, and your storie it's a brilliant example of that. Fantastic !