This is just a little one-shot I came up with during a period of massive writer’s block. It is a response in part to Severitus’ famous challenge. For those readers who are fans of Bonds of Pain and Bring Me to Life, I’m really sorry I haven’t updated in so long, but I’m extremely stuck. Anyone with ideas, comments, or constructive criticism can leave a review at any time. Again, thanks to everyone who bothers to leave a message, even if it’s just a quick comment. It lifts my spirits just to see “Review alert!” in my mailbox.

Disclaimer charm: I don’t own any of the boys. Not Harry, not Severus, not even any of the characters who are only mentioned in here. I’m just playing with them, no harm intended and no money made from it. My sixth year events are completely made up, since—at the time I type this—there remain one hundred ten days before the release of Half-Blood Prince. There are, however, spoilers for Order of the Phoenix. Enjoy, all!