Dumbledore wouldn't have left trouble magnet Harry Potter defenseless for years at Hogwarts. At thirteen Hermione becomes his protector, working and training with Severus, giving up her childhood to ensure Harry's safety. As times passes, Severus becomes teacher, mentor, friend, and eventually lover. A story of spies, plots, and love. M in Part Three. Winner of SSHG Best WIP Award.

Hermione Granger has to spend her summer before 5th year at Grimmauld Place. Whilst there, something awful and distressing happens to her and there is only one person who is willing to help her. The most unlikely people will become her allies and friends may become enemies. A/N: Characters will be OOC, distressing chapters will be marked. Everything belongs to J.K Rowling.