A/N: So I went through and revised the earlier chapters myself, and Here is something brand new for all of you readers out there. I think I'm going to focus on EFM and maybe revise Broken road. So if you read Kingdom by the sea it is offically on Hiatus until This story is done. But don't worry I plan to revise and finnish everything I have on here and maybe add some new works in the process.

Enjoy and please Review!

Severus apperated himself and Harry to a small village, and guided the young man down the street on which they had landed. "Where exactly are we going Severus?" Harry asked looking at his surroundings.

"To Snape Manor, it's not as old as Malfoy Manor mind you. I built it myself." Severus said his hand still on Harry's shoulder guiding the boy around a corner. "And here we are." The man said before Harry had a chance to ask any other questions.

The Manor before them was beautiful. There were medium sized hedges surrounding the rather large front yard. There was a gate made from the shiniest metal Harry had ever seen, and just beyond the gate Harry could see a cobblestone path lined with lilies. The lilies were a pale green and contrasted perfectly with the dark orange stone walk way.

Harry followed Severus to the gate. With a quick wand movement the gate opened and the two men were able to enter the property. "Lilies were your father's favorite flower, and green of course for his eyes. I did all the gardening myself." Severus said with pride in his voice.

As they continued towards the house, Harry was amazed at the grounds of the Manor. The placement of every flower, shrub and tree was perfect. The boy could only imagine what the inside of the manor would be like.

"There are stables with horses, a pool, tennis courts, and a nice section of wooded area for you to explore. You will never get bored here. There is also a potions lab of course and a very large library. And there's a meeting room large enough for your résistance to use if you want to of course. But you don't have to. IF you don't like the house we can find somewhere else to say. I don't want you to be uncomfortable." Severus said rambling in a way the teenage boy had never seen.

"I'm sure it will be perfectly fine Severus. Thank you for everything. I know that I haven't been the best son since I found out you were my father. And I know that I will continue to make mistakes but thank you for standing behind me and believing in me. ." Harry said his head down with a blush gracing his face.

Severus lifted the boys chin with his fingers. Green eyes locked on to onyx, and Severus said." No need to apologize Harry. I dare say you took it much better than I would have taken the new myself. Why don't you go on up to your rooms. I'm sure the day's events have taken a toll a on you."

Harry nodded and followed his father down a hallway. Severus nodded back at him when they stopped outside of a door. Harry opened the door and entered his new bedroom. The room was bathed in light from the outside. The whole room seemed to be made of windows. And from what Harry could see of the view from the closest window, the view was breath taking. The teen was not surprised to find his trunk and other belongings already in the room and unpacked.

Harry sighed to himself and took off his cloak, throwing it on an empty chair in front of his fire place. Harry threw himself into the other chair; his loneliness was already settling itself in the pit of his stomach. Sure he had Severus, but that wasn't the same as living in the dorms at Hogwarts. He was used to noise from the common room, yelling and laughter. Snape manor was to quiet. Harry hated the silence a room could bring. It always made his thoughts turn dark; the silence always brought things to the surface of his mind that Harry was never ready to deal with. Thoughts that Harry had buried so deep down, he thought they would never see the light of day again. But silence always brought them out.

Blaise floated into his mind. Harry wasn't sure what to think. He thought he had made it clear to the other young man that he didn't want a relationship with him. Harry could not remember doing anything that would have led the other teen on, or make him think that Harry was into him in that manner. And Harry still wasn't sure how he had attacked the other boy. He remembered closing his eyes and wishing, praying that Blaise would get off him. And then suddenly the other boy was gone just like that, it was almost like it was magic. Harry chucked out loud to himself at his last though, magic indeed.

Harry did his best to keep his feelings about Voldermort, and James Potter buried deep. He wasn't ready to think about that, nor was he ready to think about Sirius. Harry wasn't ready to think about anything that held strong emotions; he had had enough of that thank you very much. He should really write to Remus though, he hadn't spoken to the werewolf in ages. And Remus had always known what to say to make everything feel better. Harry slouched down into the chair trying to get more comfortable. He was going to write Remus, he just wanted to rest his eyes for a few moments. It wasn't long before Harry was asleep.

Meanwhile things at Hogwarts were in chaos. The great hall was full of gossiping students moving from one table to another. The student boy had barely waited for Harry and Severus to leave the castle before they were talking. And when Blaise's lifeless looking body was carried from the Hospital wing and out of the castle by St. Mungo's staff, the gossip was worse. The Slytherins simply finished their meal and headed back to their respective common room or duties.

With the school in an Uproar, Dumbledore cancelled classes for the next day. Draco and Neville were not surprised. Dumbledore was hoping students would owl their parents and tell them what was happening. The old fool was hoping this incident would bring more people to his side of things. But if he wasn't careful his little plan might just backfire on him.

Draco and Neville were in the common room together that evening working on homework and spending time together. "Draco please just tell me where to find the answer. I can't find anything about the Goblin's part in the war. Professor Bin's is so dull; I can barely stay awake in his class." Neville said trying to grab the blonde's essay from his hands.

"If you can't be bothered to stay awake, I'm not going to help you." Draco said shoving the essay into his bag. Neville attacked Draco sides, tickling the boy with one hand while trying to grab the essay with the other one. Draco wasn't going to go down quietly and he attempted to retaliate by using his free hand to tickle Neville's ribs. Neville was just about to grab the essay while Draco was distracted, but the sound of someone clearing their throat distracted Neville.

Both boys looked up to find a first year Slytherin boy watching them, a small smirk playing on the boy's lips. "Sorry to interrupt your moment, but I have a letter here for Longbottom." The small boy said holding an envelope in his out stretched hand.

Neville frowned," Who is it from?" The clumsy boy eyed the first year and the parchment he held with curiosity.

"I was given the letter while I was in the Library studying. I am not certain but I believe it's from the Gryffindors." The boy said almost shoving the letter in Neville's face.

Neville sighed and took the letter. He eyed the front with his name on it for a few moments. It was written in Hermione's neat lettering. Neville had forgotten all about asking his old friends for help. He and Harry had figured out what they needed to know, but maybe tea with them wouldn't be such a bad idea.

Neville ripped the letter open, ignoring Draco who as trying his best to look without looking. The boy could be so bloody annoying with his nosiness sometimes. With a deep breath Neville unfolded the letter and began to read.

Neville,

Sorry it has taken us so long to actually arrange the meeting we agreed to. I know that Harry is no longer in the school and Ron and I feel it best to find a solution for you as soon as possible. Without Harry you may become a target, especially since he attacked Blaise. Since classes are cancelled tomorrow, without a proper reason I might add, we think it is a perfect time to have tea together. Afternoon tea would be the best for us. If you still fear for you safety, please meet us in the room of requirement at 1:30pm. It will just be Ron and I, perhaps Ginny. Make sure no one follows you, meeting us might make things worse for you. See you then.

Hermione.

Neville snorted after reading the letter. Of course they wanted to meet now, Harry supposedly attacked another student and they wanted to know all about it. More than likely Dumbledore wanted to know all about what happened. Neville was positive that Ron, Ginny, and Hermione were in the headmaster's pocket. He couldn't prove it but he knew it was true. Neville snorted again, afternoon tea indeed.

"Are you going to go?" Draco asked interrupting Neville's thoughts.

"Of course I am. I need to know what information they have. I know that Dumbledore's told them things to keep Harry around. I need that knowledge. And it's not like they are going to attack me. They think that I'm scared and my life is in danger being here in Slytherin." Neville said rereading the letter.

Draco snorted at Neville's last words, "Oh yes you are in so much danger in the snakes den. Danger of being Snogged silly maybe; how thick can they really be?" Draco asked more to himself then Neville.

Neville only laughed and proceeded to Snog the blonde silly.

Harry was woken from his nap by a tapping on his window. With a quick look around to adjust to his surroundings Harry stood up and went to his window. He could see a school owl waiting impatiently for him to open the window. The owl nipped his finger when Harry finally got the window open. Harry ripped the letter open and read it.

Harry,

Well you have done it this time. Everyone was talking before you and Snape could even leave the Hogwarts grounds. And no one has shut up about it either. Dumbledore has called off classes tomorrow and I'm sure it's a ploy to for something. I think people will be talking about this for years. You really have outdone yourself.

Ron and Hermione have finally written me back about when they can meet. They asked me to afternoon tea tomorrow. They want to help me get out of my dangerous situation. And they are even more concerned now that you are gone; seem to think the Slytherins will be even more upset because of the attack on Blaise. I know that they have some information they have kept from you which is most of the reason I am going to meet them.

By the way my Gram's said that I can leave Hogwarts. When she heard about you and Snape leaving she owled me herself asking if I wanted to leave, and of course I said yes. She wants to tell Dumbledore off something fierce so she's planning to make a big production out of coming to get me. She is going to wait until classes start back up again. So I can't wait to see how she does it. Draco's father is pulling him from the school as well.

Grams said I can come and learn with you if it's okay with Snape, so check with him will you. I bet the ruddy owl is waiting for a reply, Draco told it to. I think he wants to make sure you and Snape haven't killed each other yet. Can't wait to see you.

Neville.

PS. Draco says hello, and that if Snape won't let us study together then he's going to bring you to Malfoy Manor. Thinks he's a bloody king or something that one.

Harry smiled at his letter. He would write a reply tomorrow morning as it was rather late now. He knew that Severus would allow the boys to study together. And he hoped Neville would be okay during tea with the gryffindors. Harry sent the owl on its way with a quick reply that he would write more in the morning.