- Rating:
- PG-13
- House:
- Schnoogle
- Ships:
- Lucius Malfoy/Severus Snape
- Characters:
- Severus Snape
- Genres:
- Alternate Universe Slash
- Era:
- The First War Against Voldemort (Cir. 1970-1981)
- Spoilers:
- Philosopher's Stone
- Stats:
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Published: 04/22/2006Updated: 11/15/2006Words: 133,299Chapters: 24Hits: 12,488
Snape the Younger
Les Dowich
- Story Summary:
- COMPLETE. Severus Snape came from somewhere; he didn't just appear at Hogwarts. We have had hints of his back story but no one really knows it. How did he get to be a snarky bastard? Why? Who knows, besides JK Rowling? So, this series of short chapter/stories explores the possibilities which include Potions College, Malfoys, The Dark Lord and even Remus Lupin, as well as a growing conviction that the world is not a nice place.
Chapter 01 - Betrayal By Threes
04/22/2006Severus Snape was never a trusting soul but to be muzzled by Dumbledore after an attack by a ravening beast was a betrayal that hit hard. Unfortunately it was just the first of three that all but destroyed young Snape, physically and mentally. He is rescued and reassured by some unlikely players who recognise a useful boy when they meet one.
Chapter 02 - Promises, Promises
05/13/2006COMPLETE. Severus Snape came from somewhere; he didn't just appear at Hogwarts. We have had hints of his back story but no one really knows it. How did he get to be a snarky bastard? Why? Who knows, besides JK Rowling? So, this series of short chapter/stories explores the possibilities which include Potions College, Malfoys, The Dark Lord and even Remus Lupin, as well as a growing conviction that the world is not a nice place.
Chapter 03 - Dark Salvation
05/23/2006Severus comes of age and takes the position of Head of Family in his own inimitable way.
Chapter 04 - Friends and Enemies
05/31/2006How do you decide who is a friend and who is the enemy? Severus cannot apply his usual black and white logic as people do not fit into neat little boxes.
Chapter 05 - The Price of Favour
06/11/2006COMPLETE. Severus Snape came from somewhere; he didn't just appear at Hogwarts. We have had hints of his back story but no one really knows it. How did he get to be a snarky bastard? Why? Who knows, besides JK Rowling? So, this series of short chapter/stories explores the possibilities which include Potions College, Malfoys, The Dark Lord and even Remus Lupin, as well as a growing conviction that the world is not a nice place.
Chapter 06 - The Wedding
06/23/2006To preserve the Malfoy line the marriage of Narcissa Black and Lucius Malfoy is brought forward. And no matter what the rest of hte world thinks, Narcisssa is in for a few nasty surprises.
Chapter 07 - Mistress of Malfoy
06/23/2006Domestic bliss is never handed to the new bride; she must earn respect or command it, especially from old retainers who feel they are above the dictates of the inexperienced interloper.
Chapter 08 - Skirmish
09/08/2006Why attending large gatherings while there are Dark Wizards about is not a good idea and how the lines of communication can become very tangled down teh ranks.
Chapter 09 - Dilemma
09/15/2006Severus is disturbed by the recent attack and needs to talk to someone about expectations and foibles but has no idea of whom to confide in until he remembers an old acquaintance.
Chapter 10 - Ruminations
09/21/2006Abraxas ruminates on life, love and the Dark Lord, putting two and two together and enlisting Lucius to the cause. Severus is given permission to think outside the square.
Chapter 11 - Generation
09/28/2006Narcissa announces her pregnancy and the Malfoys are overjoyed as the next generation is secured. Lucius can no longer take the duties his Lord has for him and so Severus finds he is now going to be more involved in the politics of the movement.
Chapter 12 - Shifting Lines
09/21/2006Tom Riddle takes the friendship between them to a new level and Severus learns a harsh new truth about Dark magic and the ongoing affects.
Chapter 13 - Raising Nightmares
10/15/2006Severus’ nightmares pique Lord Voldemort’s curiosity about his training at his grandmother’s hands but he has to leave the country unexpectedly. A murder at Snape Manor causes Severus to have to answer questions posed by the Aurors. Abraxas is worried and sends his personal solicitor along, just in case.
Chapter 14 - When Push Comes to Shove
10/24/2006Expediency comes in many forms and often responses are dictated by the situation, the pressures brought to bear by outside influences and peoples’ expectations. And sometimes expectations are spectacularly failed by those we expect most of.
Chapter 15 - In the Name of Malfoy
10/29/2006The Heir to Malfoy is about to be born and Lord Voldemort asks something of Severus that causes him a dilemma. The Slytherin manages to avoid the trap neatly but feels there is something changing in his Lord.
Chapter 16 - Passing on the Trust
11/02/2006Abraxas makes some arrangements for his passing but his solicitor brings more than just legal documents to Malfoy Manor.
Chapter 17 - Denied
11/04/2006Tom is Denied on many fronts and is not happy, everyone he approaches fails to comply with his requests or so it seems, every plan and strategy he initiates goes awry. The setbacks make him doubly anxious to succeed
Chapter 18 - Pureblood Politics
11/08/2006Here is a glimpse of the manoeuvrings that goes on behind the scenes at a Pureblood party. Lord Voldemort orders Severus to go and apply for a job with Dumbledore at Hogwarts and Severus agrees.
Chapter 19 - Prophecy
11/09/2006Snape goes for his interview at Hogwarts and overhears a very interesting Prophecy which he conveys to Tom's ears, with unexpected results.
Chapter 20 - The Wages of Loyalty
11/10/2006Severus makes a discovery in Riddle's rooms that send alarm bells ringing through his mind. Tom broods on the meaning of hte Prophecy. A chance meeting with an old friend and a fight with Tom Riddle sets Severus on a path that could prove fatal.
Chapter 21 - Coffin Nails
11/12/2006A family Potion acts as the key to unlock Pandora's Box but there is no hope to leven the revelations.
Chapter 22 - The Bright White Light
11/13/2006Snape is taken to Hogwarts by his house-elf to overcome the affects of the potion he has taken. The results of that one incident are far reaching and life changing
Chapter 23 - The Begining of the End
11/14/2006A decision is taken, a vow made and the consequences just keep rolling on.
The End of the Beginning
11/15/2006This is it, the end of the beginning. Enjoy