The unconscious is a powerful force.  So is the sea.

I adore the fact that, while he is still defensive about what he felt forced to do to win, he is able now to step back and truly see.  And they can both literally embrace the connection that fate has given them.  This is deep magic indeed.  (And beautiful writing, as well.)

The unconscious is a powerful force.  So is the sea.

I adore the fact that, while he is still defensive about what he felt forced to do to win, he is able now to step back and truly see.  And they can both literally embrace the connection that fate has given them.  This is deep magic indeed.  (And beautiful writing, as well.)

The unconscious is a powerful force.  So is the sea.I adore the fact that, while he is still defensive about what he felt forced to do to win, he is able now to step back and truly see.  And they can both literally embrace the connection that fate has given them.  This is deep magic indeed.  (And beautiful writing, as well.)

Due to my fallible memory, I try to stick to completed stories only.  Your story drew me in from the start and kept me awake all week. It was like reading a mystical quest, and your  characters came to life as strongly as Circe and the Argonauts.  Yet everyone survived, stronger and healthier than ever.  I'm glad they all get new wands, but you've got me wondering about the Muggle tarot card reader -- if they go back to her shop, will she still be there?  Will they actually understand Trelawney now?  Neville's marriage is restored? (We never really saw Hannah in this story.)  I can see Hermione writing a "Headmasters Only" chapter of "Hogwarts: A History" to explain the place where magic begins.  The Unspeakables will be interviewing them in great detail.  Thank you so much for this memorable story!

"OoRah," indeed! I suppose I can't really blame Ginny--she's suffering, too.  So Harry can't provide the kind of soothing relief that Severus does?  Poor girl!  Glad our pair are finding a way to get through it--and what a way it is, too!  Looking forward to the rest of their card reading (and loving the combined efforts needed to make it happen), but meanwhile....  Yum!

"OoRah," indeed!

I suppose I can't really blame Ginny--she's suffering, too.  So Harry can't provide the kind of soothing relief that Severus does?  Rough all around. 

Glad our pair are finding a way to get through it--and what a way it is, too!  Looking forward to the rest of the reading, but meanwhile....  Yum!

You didn't need to stack the deck--the cards, despite his cynicism, show him what is possible and how to heal.  This is beautiful.

You didn't need to stack the deck--the cards, despite his cynicism, show him what is possible and how to heal.  This is beautiful.

You didn't need to stack the deck--the cards, despite his cynicism, show him what is possible and how to heal.  This is beautiful.

Wow. I had hoped that each of them would find their happy mirror but standing witness to the fiendfyre has made the hair on my arms stand up. Seems as though to heal their cracked soul will be more of a spirtual journey then a bandaid. We shall see.

I never thought about the RoR as being in pain. But it fits together with the idea of a sentient (of sorts) castle. How odd that no one tried to go in since the battle. Or maybed they did try but were not sucessful. I am so glad the professional staff have embraced this problem of their alumni and are working towards a solution. Says quite a bit about the values of the people who work at Hogwarts doesnt it?

It's beautiful that they can provide comfort for one another, as they find a way to eradicate the taint to their magic and their souls.  I fear for them both, but especially Hermione, as she seems less willing to trust their connection.  She may think he sometimes behaves as an arse and a git, but he's really more open to the possibilities of healing than she is right now.  I trust she will learn, though...once she recovers consciousness!

Ouuuuuu I just love it when you unfold a bit of cannon and tell us more. The mirrors. Simply facinating! I chucked at old fashioned Minerva. We only require one set of chambers!

good a new chapter, and a very interesting one. I love your story. It is nice to see they are one the way to healing, can't wait to see what the card-reader can do for them. I like your Severus and Hermione

Thanks for the update - can't wait for the next installment

Yeeeaaaah! *does Kermit dance* A new chapter! And what a chapter. I have to agree that the counter agent to malevolence is trust. To trust in each other means that there's no suspicion eating away at their souls. Let's hope the fortune teller can help. Next chapter, please.  *looks at watch, crosses arms, taps foot, and gives author her best Severus glare*  (Hey, at least I said please.) ^_^

So exciting to get another chapter of this! There's something about healing stories somehow that's just more interesting than destruction stories.

awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!! please update soon!-Amirah

this continues to be the most amazing and densely packed story i'm reading.  thanks so much for this incredible update

Sounds like you're up to no good.I do love the way all of this worked and they way you described the cards and how they related to Hermione and Severus.Hope Neville listens, if he doesn't just drop dead right there.

Incredible.

wow. I had forgotten how good this story is.

This is awesome. More please!

Another wonderful chapter. I'm really enjoying  this.

You are doing a wonderful job of expressing their emotions. I can feel the fear and loneliness.  I'm intrigued by your muggle tarot reader. I want to know more about her and the soul magic she referred to.