A Time for Understanding

The sequel to "Hands, Palms, Fingers". A relationship develops amidst the war. SS/HG.

A Departure: A meeting in the laboratory.

In which Severus returns from the assembly of Death Eaters.

In which there is an altercation.

In which Hermione receives an explanation.

In which Hermione and Severus have a conversation.

In which Severus examines the events of the past few days and Hermione finds more reasons to worry.

In which Harry confesses and Severus finds a purpose.

In which Harry discusses his dreams with Dumbledore.

In which Dumbledore takes action and someone is hurt.

In which Severus has a wish.

In which the castle is emptied and someone disappears.

In which the group flees the castle.

In which Ron makes a discovery and the plans are set.

In which there is a kiss.

In which our characters ready for battle.

In which a request is made and a promise is given.

In which the group is chased and the wards to the castle are dismantled.