This story is influenced by 'What Makes Us' by Merlinsearlobe. I read that fic, at that point unfinished, and I became obsessed with the idea of what would happen next. So much so that I decided to incorporate that particular twist to the trope--that time travel is, or appears to be, fatal--into a story I had already started to write, but hadn't published chapters of, yet.

The stories are quite different, and I recommend looking up 'What Makes Us.'

Remus tells Iraja how he feels about her, and her response blows him away. She confirms his greatest fear, and her illness worsens.

Hermione wakes up in the Department of Mysteries.

Hermione hides from Remus during the full moon and talks with Minerva about plans for the future attack. Later, Harry, Ron, and some others escape from Malfoy Manor a little worse for wear.

Finding himself captivated by Hermione despite his best efforts, Remus delivers her letter to Minerva, who tells him what it said. Angry, Remus confronts Hermione.

The Order of the Phoenix mobilizes in preparation for the upcoming battle, and Remus and Hermione both help as best they can. Hermione gives Remus reason to hope that she might return his feelings.

The Battle of Hogwarts comes to an end with losses on both sides. Hermione and Remus clarify their feelings for each other, and Remus is put in a position to understand the kind of sacrifice Hermione sought to perform.