When Harry finds an injured Snape on his doorstep and must hide him from the Dursleys, he has no idea that this very, very bad day will be the start of something good.
Harry and Snape are thrown together by annoying relatives, a series of strange dreams, and Voldemort's latest hunt for Harry, but their greatest challenge may well be surviving each other. This will be a long summer unless the two can find a way to work together. A slow-burn enemy-to-mentor story.
Alternate 6th summer (and part of the school year): post-OotP; ignores HBP and DH.
Takes Place: 6th summer
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Snape flavour: Canon Snape
Tags: Injured!Harry, Injured!Snape, Snape-meets-Dursleys
Categories: Teacher Snape > Trusted Mentor Snape
Membership status: Member
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Reviews by Stuff and Nonsense
Rated: T
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Warnings: Abusive Dursleys, Neglect, Violence
Chapters: 61 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 08 Mar 2021 / 30 Apr 2007
Series: None - Challenges: Battered Snape for Breakfast
Chapters: 61 - Completed: Yes - Updated: 08 Mar 2021 / 30 Apr 2007
Series: None - Challenges: Battered Snape for Breakfast
| Title: Chapter 27: Chapter 27 - Occlumency, Part 1 | 18 Oct 2019 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- This story is absolutely amazing! Your characterizations are so accurate. I like the slow changes being made in Harry and Snape's relationship because it just feels so much more like them. This chapter was one of my favorites so far. I was interested in how you were going to portray the first Occlumency lesson, and you did not disappoint. Can't wait to read more!
Author's Response: Thank you so much!! I'm so happy that you're enjoying it. :) I'm glad that you like the pace of their relationship. Sometimes I worry it's going too slow (even though it's going faster than it probably would in real life). But it's the pace I feel comfortable with, and I don't want to rush anything. So it makes me happy to hear positive feedback about it. :)
| Title: Chapter 32: Chapter 32 - Lost and Found | 04 Jan 2020 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- I'm trying to do a better job of reviewing fics I'm reading (I know it means alot to the authors, and it's the least I can do to show my appreciation). I just wanted to tell you that I absolutely ADORE your story! Your characterizations of everyone are just so good. I love the pace you're talking with Harry and Snape's relationship; it really makes everything seem more real. I can't wait to see what Harry uncovers about Snape's past, and to see just what is going on with Voldemort seemingly knowing about headquarters...and hopefully there's some insight into what's going on with Ron, too. Thank you for the update!
Author's Response: I'm so glad! I love reading reviews - it makes me so happy! :) I'm glad you like the pace. Sometimes I feel like it's going too slow, but it wouldn't feel natural to me to go any faster, so...yeah. We'll have to wait a few more chapters to find out what's up with both Ron and Voldemort, but I hope the waiting is worth it! Thank you for reading and reviewing. :)
| Title: Chapter 35: Chapter 35 - The Great Biscuit Plan | 25 Jan 2020 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- I'm sorry you've been sick! I hope you're feeling better now. I wonder what else Harry was going to say to convince Snape of his plans before Kneader walked in? I could be wrong, but I feel like he was going to somehow bring up his mom, even if it was in a roundabout way. Kneader is so mysterious. I can't wait to learn more about him, especially about how Snape and him know each other. And I hope Harry's snake friend makes another appearance :) Great chapter! Thanks for being such a good writer :)
Author's Response: Thank you! I'm not all better yet, but I'm getting there! Yes - the snake will make another appearance! I'm enjoying writing these OC's and seeing Harry interact with them. :)
| Title: Chapter 41: Chapter 41 - The Elusive Severus Snape | 14 Mar 2020 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- I was wondering how/when Snape would be "found out." Now I'm dreading what will happen to him, especially, but I know he'll have some type of plan. I do love the "seeing magic" detail; it sounds so beautiful. I hope we find out more about the ring and how it works later. I was so sure Voldemort was going to taunt Harry with the "Snape loved your mom" bit, and I'm surprised he didn't take it further. I'm really wondering just what is up with Harry's power and connection to Voldemort. I absolutely adore this story and your masterful story-telling ability. Keep up the superb work!
Author's Response: Thank you for your review! (And sorry for taking so long to respond!) So here's the thing about Voldemort (at least, my Voldemort): he doesn't really understand the full range of human emotions or how valuable they can be to his enemies. I don't think he even understands that Snape loved Lily. To him, Snape had a physical desire for Harry's mum a long time back. It was fleeting and he got over it. It's barely a blip to Voldemort - a passing, amusing thought - and he has no idea what such information might meant to both our boys. So I can see him going either way - not revealing it because he doesn't think it's important, or casually revealing it without knowing what he's actually revealing. That's my take, anyway. :) Thank you for your kind words! I hope you're staying safe out there in this crazy world!
| Title: Chapter 48: Chapter 48 - Muggle Healing Magic | 14 Jun 2020 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- This story is so wonderfully written! I can't get over your characterizations. I feel like Snape would be hard to peg down, but you have done it beautifully! I enjoyed Harry's some-what lucid conversations with Snape; it definitely made for an amusing/enlightening read. Seriously, this is the best fic I've read, and I've read a TON! Keep up the great work!
Author's Response: Thank you so much! I'm so thrilled that you like OME so much! :) :)
| Title: Chapter 53: Chapter 53 - Security Blanket | 07 Oct 2020 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- I've been horrible about reviewing your story, but I want you to know how much I love it. I almost cried when I saw the update. I had a super s****y day, and getting to read a chapter of one of the best fics I've ever read made me feel so much better. Thank you for that. I cannot say enough about the excellent job you do with your characterizations. The slow building up of Harry and Snape's relationship is believable, which is an aspect often lacking in these types of stories. I feel like we haven't seen the end of Harry's potion addiction, but I'm not sure what route that will take (relape, headaches increasing in intensity, etc.) I think it's interesting how Harry's nightmare at the end was interspersed with good images. It makes me hopeful that perhaps help for his naightmares will come in the form of some type of therapy, since it's clear how much the positive interaction with Snape helped him. Thank you for another great chapter!
"I know about Lily." said the girl. "That you loved her."
Severus froze mid-footfall. He felt as though he’d had the wind knocked out of him.
"She's my mum." her chin lifted, her eyes clear. "She wrote me that letter to tell me about you. You're the only person she really mentioned, but I guess that makes sense, since you're my father. Who else was she supposed to talk about?"
Takes Place: 1st summer before Hogwarts, 1st Year, 2nd summer, 2nd Year
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Snape flavour: Canon Snape
Tags: Alternate Universe, Girl!Harry
Categories: Parental Snape > Biological Father Snape, Teacher Snape > Professor Snape
Rated: T
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Warnings: Alcohol Use, Bullying, Profanity, Torture, Violence
Chapters: 24 - Completed: No - Updated: 05 Nov 2023 / 24 Apr 2020
Series: None - Challenges: None
Chapters: 24 - Completed: No - Updated: 05 Nov 2023 / 24 Apr 2020
Series: None - Challenges: None
| Title: Chapter 20: Chapter 20: child of wonder | 07 Nov 2021 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- Ugh, this chapter was worth the wait! I really hope this marks the turning point for Ariel and Snape's relationship. I think the scene in Dumbledore's office really helped put things into perspective for Snape-Ariel needs to have a choice in all of this. Snape thought he was protecting her by keeping his distance, and maybe he really did think that, but he was also protecting himself. We all know our boy isn't the best at dealing with his feelings, lol. I also really like your portrayal of The Trio's friendship, in particular the one between the girls. That bracelet is awesome, btw. I can't wait to see where you take this story next. I hope things are going better for you, friend. Sending good vibes your way!
| Title: Chapter 15: Chapter 15: these ties that bind | 21 Feb 2021 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- Well...this chapter had all the feels! Even though I know Ariel wasn't quite herself when she did it, I was still happy when she walloped Malfoy, lol. I like how you've crafted Ariel to be someone who is forthright with her emotions (for the most part). Her reactions to everything are exactly how I'd imagine they would be, with what she has/is experienced/experiencing in her life. Ugh, that last scene! So. Much. EMOTION! She's hurt (physically, emotionally), scared, angry, but mostly, I think she's confused. She seems to want more of a relationship with Snape, but I don't think Ariel really knows what that relationship should be like or look like...and Snape's certainly not helping in that department. But that hug? Well, that changes things a bit, doesn't it? Maybe Snape really is ready to truly start taking on more of a parental role. And can I just say that I am here for Ariel and her headband (lol)? I'm hoping our girl lets her hair grow out more...and I'm kind of hoping Lavender and Pavarti get their hands on her. Thanks for the update! I hope you keep at this story in the coming months, but totally understand if you don't get to it until June, fellow teacher ;)
Author's Response: Ariel is very much the antithesis of Snape and Lily in this chapter, whereas Snape is a bowl of murderous rage/guilt and tact, Lily is willing to stand up for what's right, but not take it too far. Ariel has murderous rage, and is willing to stand up for what's right, but has absolutely no tact/boundaries. So, we get Malfoy with his face smashed in (and he totally deserved it, the little attention seeking weasel). Snape saw a lot of PANICPANICPANIC and it made him PANICPANICPANIC so we got... a hug? I think maybe he was trying to smother her to death, but I can't prove anything. I do think he's starting to accept his role deep down, but he's having a lot of trouble sorting through it. Thank you for the awesome review, fellow teacher! Stay safe out there in the trenches! <3
| Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6: axe to grind | 30 Jun 2020 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- "You're killing me, Smalls!" Lol, I had to say that. I take it that Parvati and Lavender feel sorry for Ariel? It seems like they've picked up on "things" that Ariel hasn't noticed (or maybe just doesn't want to). I know not having pierced ears isn't indicative of not having a loving home, but it makes me wonder what else Pavarti and Lavender have noticed-and maybe even others? And Petunia ripping up Ariel's artwork...I'd see her doing that just because, but it does make me wonder what exactly was in the pictures. Flitwick dropping that tidbit about the letter! Plot-twist! Now we KNOW Snape HAS to get involved! He could've perhaps ignored the bit about Lily including him in her letter, but not this. Snape grabbing her wrist like that...I feel like he's taking her to Dumbledore, and who knows where that encounter will go! It also makes me wonder why Dumbledore is holding back on his knowledge about the truth of Ariel and Snape. Ugh. So many questions! Thanks for the update!
Author's Response: I think with Parvarti and Lavender, they're very much the stereotypical girly-girls, and Ariel confuses them because she doesn't know any of the latest trends or basics of being a normal 11 year old. I'm sure they've picked up on something not being quite right with Ariel, but they're kids, and assume she's just odd, but they do their best to include her. It just comes off the wrong way, sometimes. It's a maturity thing, too. As for Snape, you KNOW he eventually will have to get involved, or his head will explode. He can't handle anything, especially if all this Lily-stuff is being brought up after a decade. I feel bad, Snape really has no idea what he's in for!
| Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1: girl | 25 Apr 2020 |
| Reviewer: Stuff and Nonsense (Signed) |
- YOU'RE BACK! I saw the title and was like, wait a minute...checked the username, didn't recognize it, checked the profile...boom, there it was! I'm so happy you're back :) Of course I'm interested to see where this goes. I liked the way this chapter read...I got this sense of things just being disjointed, which makes sense. Poor Ariel doesn't have anything to keep her grounded. I wonder if she'll have psychological issues that take prominence in the story? And her hair...Petunia is such a b*&$#. Can't wait for the next update! Hope you're well!