Hermione's lost control of her magic because of Ron's abuse and flees to Hogwarts, while Severus is an empty shell after surviving the war which was supposed to claim his life. Warnings: OOC Ron, abuse, rape. Some of book 7 disregarded.

During their separation, Henry shares Katharine's bed to "keep up appearances." This causes stress to him, his wife, and to his would-be-lover, Anne. What if the King and Queen came together again? Would they have a chance at a new beginning?

What happens when the smartest witch in her year has to marry the most hated professor? Will they ever grow to love each other? And what will happen when a new person enters the potions master's life? Better summary inside.