So, as you may already know, i have started this book over as it didn't quite go where i wanted it to and was progressing much too fast. so for this I am sorry, but on the bright side, now you can read this book without reading the first and still understand what is going on for the most part. enjoy.

Kittiara's point of view

Kitty hit the ground with a huge thud, the time turner still hot around her neck. She brushed back her long black curls that hung to her hips. A long blood-soaked robe hung around her loosely as her body ached terribly from the inside. The twins will be safe with Minerva. She reassured herself as she painfully stood. She knew that she shouldn't be turning back time quite yet, but to the twins, no time will have passed. Yes, she will be immensely sore, but it will be worth it to bring their father back from the dead. Minerva's words echoed painfully in her heart as it ached, begging it not to be true. Fate can't be changed, only the way there can change.

She began to walk up to the castle, hoping to not scare anyone there. Her body was now of an 18 year old as she decided to de-age herself so she could better have a chance at Severus's heart against his second soul mate, the one who would ultimately lead him unwittingly to his doom. The door was heavy and rain began to poor, washing her husband's blood away. The pain of his passing still lingered, but if she succeeded against all odds, it need not for long.

The door opened just enough for her to slide inside and make her way up to the headmaster's office. puddles of water pooled beneath her feet with every step she took. She watched as many joyful boys and girls littered the halls and staircases, unaware of what just transpired. Kitty tucked the timeturner carefully into her robes and stopped short at the door to the headmasters office. The last time she was there, the war had started and she had began her long labor process. She pushed the thought out of her mind as she knocked, clutching the letter from Minerva in her hand.

A rather young Albus Dumbledore answered with a cheery grin. "My dear, you are soak and wet. Please, come to the fire and warm yourself, I'll get the tea." Kitty was baffled that the man whom knew nothing about her invited her inside and made as if he was expecting her all along. Was this the course of events that was meant to be after all?

Kitty grew hopeful as she passed the wall at which she had lost her virginity to the man she loved so dearly. She felt herself grow hot slightly before she turned with her cheeks blushed. Albus was standing there with some tea in his hand and two cups. "Please sit. I know you have had a hard journey to make it this far." Kitty suddenly realized who this man was. He was roughly two or three years younger, but it was Albus, the man Severus had thought saved her life. He was right after all. And if anything else proved correct, he did know she would be coming.

She sat slowly on the couch, the man sat beside her with a fascinated look. Kitty handed him the letter and took the tea in her trembling bony hands. Albus looked it over quickly with his half moon glasses and then looked back up at her with a smile. "Kitty, is it? I've already arranged your things to be transported to the slytherin dormitories. I'm sorry, this must be confusing for you..." Albus started before being cut off.

"How did you know I would be coming?" Albus winked.

"Did I know? It's strange, but when one travels through time, it becomes unraveled and rewoven stronger than before." kitty became even more confused.

"A man I know has come before you and told me of your future arrival. Also that it was futile that I save you in three years time." Kitty's heart soared.

"Severus... How is he? Where? Can I see him?" Albus raised a finger to quiet her.

"I'm afraid it's too late as he arrived years ago. He seemed to have missed the timeline and seeing as you have de-aged yourself, you must wait patiently to meet him in time." Kitty pouted a little, but at least it meant she must have succeeded. Something told her that he would have waited around for her, even years later, but she brushed it off quickly.

"So, I'm to attend my final year here again?"

"That is correct my dear. Your things are already in the dormitories. The password is lizard tongue. Shall I walk you down?" Kitty nodded.

"Please." She began to rise and felt pained and began to fall, but a strong pair of hands caught her and held her close.

"You need your potion, don't you? I have had professor slughorn make some for you. It's on your bedside table, but first we must get you down there without young Severus finding out your condition, shall we?"

"Who knows?"

"Just myself. Professor Slughorn brews the potion, but doesn't know why or what it is for. He trusts it's for the best." Kitty let Albus support her as they made their way down the countless staircases and eventually into the slytherin common room. No one was there yet, thankfully. Albus helped her up the stairs to her dorm and sat her on the bed. "This is your class schedule and your things. Your books are in here, and your cloths in your trunk. extra potions are inside your bedside table and one will be delivered to you every morning before you wake."

"Thanks, for everything. Where is Severus?" Kitty downed her potion and winced as the hot liquid burned down her throat, leaving a numb feeling instead of pain.

"I think you should rest. You will see him in the morning. The house elves will bring you your dinner, but childbirth isn't something to walk off my dear. rest as much as possible. Kitty nodded and lay down, allowing her eyes to drift off to sleep.

Kitty woke up to the sun shinning through her enchanted window. clearly in the dungeons actual windows wouldn't allow sunlight through. She looked over to see her untouched dinner on the table beside her potion. She must have slept through. Taking the potion quickly, she stood carefully and dressed into a clean, dry slytherin uniform. the soft fabric made her feel slightly better as she grabbed her hairbrush and began to comb through her mass. She allowed it to hang loose as she put her shoes on, grabbed her books, and made her way to the common room. She peeked around to find that no one was there.

She made her way to the great hall, finding that friendly chatter was welcome. No one would be talking about her as she wasn't a professor and she wasn't from around. Blending into the ruckus quite nicely she managed to spot Severus, but his eyes were on a redheaded witch who was chattering away happily with a dark brown haired Griffindor. Her heart sunk as she realized who that was. Kitty sat down at the end of the Slytherin table, hoping that Severus would notice her, but much to her dismay he didn't even look at her.

Her heart sunk like a rock in the black lake. Suddenly a black haired boy sat beside her. "What's a pretty thing like yourself doing all by yourself?" Kitty looked over to him and felt her heart melt into his hands. His brown eyes seemed to reflect her own soul back into herself. Her words became tied in knots as she struggled to find the words to even say hello. He held a hand out to her. "I'm Tom." Kitty took it.

"Kittiara." Tom smiled at her, it was warm. The welcome certainly was felt in his words.

"Do you need some help finding your classes today?" Kitty nodded and blushed slightly.

"I have potions first." Tom nodded, still smiling as if he couldn't stop if he wanted to.

"I do as well, perhaps I shall walk you."

"That would be nice." The two ate in silence for the remainder of the meal, but Tom would look up again once in a while to make sure what he was seeing was real.

Severus's Point of View

Severus sat in silence, watching the lovely Lilly Evans laughing with that oafish boy James. She really had a way of finding the bad boys. If only he hadn't messed up and called her a mudblood... he would get her back anyhow. She was his, and he knew deep down she would come around. She is so beautiful, no one could ever compare... how dare he take her from me. he thought to himself. It would only be a matter of time before she realized her mistake. Severus suddenly heard a voice that reminded him of a softly singing skylark. He turned and glanced in that direction, only adverting his attention for a moment.

There, a girl sat just as beautiful, if not more so than Lilly. Her eyes were so green that emeralds wouldn't compare, and her long curly locks. Severus then shifted his attention when he realized she was talking to Tom. Of course she wouldn't have stayed around for long. At least with Lilly he had a chance as he has known her for so long. This woman who's beauty is beyond compare would never choose me over a handsome man like Tom. Severus thought bitterly to himself.

If there was any way he would be even remotely happy it would be with Lilly in his arms. Chasing a dream that could never come true could only lead to anguish and sorrow in his heart. Severus got up and left for his potions class, taking his book bag with him. At least he could set up early and find a seat in the back where he could watch Lilly carefully for any small opening to take her back. James was and forever will be a bully. He was cruel and had the temperament of an orc, she wouldn't stay long with him, especially if Severus was to have any say in the matter.

Hey everyone, I know it's short, but it's just the beginning of the story, kind of like a prologue. I do hop you have enjoyed it thus far. please, review this if you liked it.

to be continued...