This is the story of my Richard Headcanon. Warnings for child abuse, swearing, and non graphic mentions of murder. Also bullying. Richard and Jim from eight to fifteen years old. Jim promised that if their Da ever hurt Richard again, he would kill him. Jim protected Rich until the one time he failed to, and then he kept his promise. MAY OR MAY NOT GET MORE ONE SHOTS.

When James Potter rescues his rival from a slavery, he doesn't understand the responsibility he is taking on. Can a confused and resentful fifth year overcome his old animosity to help his former rival? Can an abused Snape accept his new role?