I've now come back and read this story several times, spanning several days- I can say with complete certainty that it is one of my favorites, right up there with "The Charm", but in a far different vein. When you realize almost immediately that Ginny really did have a life and family with Harry, you are able to appreciate the depth of Draco's character, and the cunning, vicious person he can be- the entire story rises above the usual schoolyard hatred and pries into what people are driven to do, and what forces their hand. I loved it, absolutely loved it. Although it is not surprising, because as an author you are exemplary.

Author's Response: Thank you so much. I'll have to look up "The Charm". I do find myself more drawn to the grown up D&G stories. The stakes are so much higher when they are older.