Following his fifth year, Harry finds himself depressed in self-induced guilt over Sirius' death, subconsciously altering the wards surrounding Privet Drive, forcing Dumbledore to move him to Headquarters. Acting upon a hunch, Dumbledore sends Hermione to be with Harry to help him get over his grief... and discover a magic long forgotten: a unique runic system to cast spells. H/HG.

Draco Malfoy begins his last year at Hogwarts. Suffering from depression and self harm tendencies, a fear to return home and resentment towards the Golden Trio, can he make it through another year, or will he finally let his guard down and allow someone to help him. Even if they aren't who he would have expected. Dromione/Dark!Draco/Hinny