When Sheldon invites Amy to accompany him to his annual family reunion, she sees it as a major step in the evolution of their romance. But, as the weekend winds down, so do her hopes Sheldon will ever be able to hold up his end of a physical relationship. Will her support during an unexpected tragedy prove to be the catalyst needed to draw her mysophobic boyfriend out of his shell?

Hermione overhears something she shouldn't concerning Professor Snape and decides that maybe the House-elves aren't the only ones in need of protection.