Severus is 22, Lily was murdered a year ago. Severus, although he doesnt know, needs something-or someone- to get him though another year at Hogwarts. At the sorting this year he sees a face that gives him hope. Follow Severus and his girl through all Seven years of her Hogwarts career. Follow them through ups, downs, goods and bads. Rating it M for certain Circumstances. Read:)

After the battle at Hogwarts McGonagall and Hermione have a secret meeting. The mission McGonagall sends her on is a one way mission if Hermione succeeds. Will she? Read and find out.