I love determined Hermione.  I can't wait for the next chapter.  I love this story and I can't wait to see Miranda get what's coming...

I'm confused. [Which isn't saying much.] I thought Miranda was divorced. In the middle of ch.2 it is stated that she left her husband. Granted, it doesn't say divorce, but that's what registered in my head. In this chapter, following Draco's parable he says to Hermione, "She’s got a man – she’s got a husband... "

So, which is it? Divorced or separated, or maybe just on vacation from her husband? Draco needs to gossip more coherently!

And the bit in the alcove outside the staff room ... seemed an obvious a set-up on Miranda's part to show Hermione what was up [It definitely was UP]! But, I have to agree with Severus, what they were doing was none of her business. Maybe not discreet... but that wouldn't have served Miranda's purposes. Plus Hermione's follow-up comments, pointing out to him in which direction Miranda had gone, sounded rather childish in retrospect. But then in hindsight we are all witty and sharp and without embarrassment.

So what it this, just Miranda on a home-wrecking binge? If her husband gets to have other women and ruin the relationship between him and Miranda, then she is going to wreck any relationship she finds within her scope of vision? Or a contest of one-upmanship! ♥

Ok, I couldn't stay away, I must be adicted in some way because I just had to read the new update, and of course I will just have to rant a bit too:-))I honestly think that this Severus makes Ron Weasley on his most whining looking rather mature. Severus so far is a weakling with no moral and quite a bit of double standards. He has no problems carrying around with a married woman. A woman who, like Draco pointed out, just about raped him, making a prime example on men who thinks that "no" actually means "yes".  He is immature enough to hope that Hermione wont find out, but at the same time having so little selfcontrol and selfrespect that he is having sex in the hallway rigth outside the staffroom. An action anyone else than one of his precious Slytherins would have served several days of detention for.  I will grumpily admit that I migth want a happy ending for Hermione and Severus in this story too, but not at all cost. I don't want Hermione humiliated down to a level where she figth for someone not worth figthing for, and unless Severus grows a backbone and some moral standards, he ain't worth figthing for, no matter how correct Draco is in his assestment of the situation. I would love to see Hermione take Miranda down a peg or five, and quite frankly, she deserves to take Severus down a peg or ten too. But, no woman with two braincells should figth for a man who so clearly shows that he has no problems carrying around with a married woman. He not only disrespects Mirandas husband, he obviously has no respect for marriage vows, and would clearly in a given situation have no problems breaking any promises given. To be honest, at the moment his personality is somewhat disgusting, but I love Severus (usually) so I still clings to the hope that you will manage to turn the situation around. And, since I now have admitted that I do still read this story, and would probably continue to do so, hoping you won't make Severus even more patetic, update again soon:-))

oooh  firing lethal spells in Dueling club?  even at a well-sheilded opponent?  That doesn't sound like Hermione.  BUT....that's what fanfiction is for, to have them do things we've never seen before.I like seeing determination in Hermione's eyes.  Good.  Not to be mean or  cruel, but she should go after what she wants. 

So, I was right to think that Hermione didn't want to press Severus, and she made a mistake in that. I admire her reaction; had I found who I thought to be my man in Severus's position, I would have been more miserable than her, or at least, it'd have shown more. She's very strong. I'm glad that she now knows about Severus's feelings, it seems to give her the determination to act. I fervently wish she learns how Miranda got her hands on him, so that she sees how that woman is greedy and ruthless.

What puzzles me still, though, is why Severus stays with Miranda after the way she's dragged him in his bed. What to expect from a woman who acts that way to get a man? Is he so eager for a woman's touch, for sex?

See, I'm stil here ;)

I was just about to go to bed when I checked my email and saw that this had been updated.  Of course, I couldn't resist reading.  You have a lovely way with words.  Go, fierce Hermione!

God I really hate Miranda.  I hope Hermione kicks his butt in a duel!!!  Look forward to reading another chapter SOON!!!

Hey, I'm back! I decided to give this story a chance after reading glowing reviews, but I'm confused about said reviews. I think Miranda rocks, Severus, on the other hand... He is such a sorry excuse for a man that he makes ickle Ronnie look hot. Seriously, I have to wonder what redeeming qualities Snape has now that he's become this weak, cheating, insecure wimp. In fact, he's such a sad little boy toy that I wonder if Miranda isn't the better option for him. This is the first time in 4 years that I actually want Hermione to hook up with Draco instead.yea gods!

All right, Hermione!  You go, girl!  Full-body bind on Miranda and shove her under the wheels of the Hogwarts Express!  Then take Severus and slap him senseless!

I have to say that I'm pretty disgusted with Severus. I don't know how he is going to make things better with Hermione if he ever will. I don't know how Hermione will ever trust him again. If I was her, I certainly wouldn't. I"m not so sure about this Severus. I was loving the plot and his character until Miranda and him became involved. I will say it's a very well written story, just possibly not my thing. I will keep reading however as I'm curious how things will work out.

I pity Miranda, Hermione is going to get her fight on, and it ain't pretty when Hermione gets tiked off!

Draco as the voice of reason - what has the world come to? Interesting use of the parable Nathan told King David.

Eagerly awaiting the next chapter!

Livvy

:-D Such great reviews! I definitely agree that the hubby needs to pop up (if not in person, then just generally in the story) soon!

Someone needs to get Miranda's hubby in the picture. And soon.

That was a great parable to use. I think Hermione may have seen the light.

Bad Severus! Can't wait to see what Hermione will do now that Draco gave her that info!

Go, Hermione! Take out that bitch and get your man!! Woohoo!! SMACKDOWN!

Aw, poor Severus. He really is an emotional wreck, isn't he?  It says a lot about his character that he's more willing to stay with a woman who (1) Assaulted him, and (2) Doesn't give any indication that she's in this "relationship" for anything more than the fucking, when he's got a lovely person like Hermioine waiting in the wings. He feels like he doesn't deserve someone like Hermione, so he stays with Miranda, who's an emotional vampire, sucking out his pride and his self-esteem.

I love the comparision with the parable! That really fits well; and I think it says a lot about Hermione and Miranda's characters.

And way we go-- he wanted a tigress and he's got that in Miranda, but he has no idea the lioness is about to cut loose!!  Huzzah for an update!

I really don't like this Miranda. Hopefully she becomes a better person or she gets kicked out of the school. It was really rude of her to treat Hermione as insignificant. Maybe Hermione could give Stephen two night's detention, since he didn't go to detention on the specified night.

You made curious about what Hermione could have in mind. And God knows that could be a lot of things. Hope I can read more soon.

Liked the first chapter - not sure where it is going to go yet but cannot wait for the next one to see what is going to happen next.

Oh, I don't think I like Miranda. She is definitely up to something...

Wonderful beginning, and I look forward to the rest!

Intriguing start - I'm looking forward to more.

Interesting start.  Looking forward to more.

I hope that Miranda does not try to get into Severus' pants. Because if Miranda and Severus have a relationship, then Hermione is much less likely to make a move on him. Miranda definitely seems up to something. After all, she wants Severus to come to her room. Anyway, I look forward to discovering where this story is going.

What an intriguing start!*rubs hands in anticipation*

That Miranda is intriguing.