Now the big question is whether or not he'll tell Draco. Ah, Lucius. Always there to complicate the plot! I really do love the unique originality of all of this, though. And the dramatic irony bit where we know it's Ginny but poor, deprived Draco has no idea.

Author's Response: I love Lucius, he\'s so handy that way.

Ohmygoodness, I really can't believe this all is happening. I remember and love this story so well! I'm so glad you updated.

Okay, well I had a couple of questions. “A Muggle? No, I think not. I felt your shape shift beneath my fingertips. I watched you change. Not a usual occurrence for a Muggle, I’d say.” Wouldn't Ginny be unaware of that term, too? I mean, I know it's obvious she is who she is, but that seems like something Lucius could add to his argument.

The banter between Lucius and Ginny is delightful. They're arguing as equals and Ginny almost outwits him.

And poor Draco and his confusion! I can understand his hopelessness and denial and subsequent demands.

Why is Ginny furious at the end? I don't understand that. I suppose I'll find out? And I do hope her torment will end, and that her knowledge won't kill poor Draco.

Goodness, such a suspenseful chapter. Thanks so much for it, Kate! *siigh* I really do want to see what happens next. Would you like me to pester you for more? But no, that would be cruel - ah well. Dialogue in this chapter was priceless. Lovelovelove.

Author's Response: *grins* I always love your reviews, dear. As for Ginny knowing the term \'Muggle\', she\'s already indicated that she knows who Lucius is (she called him \'Malfoy\' in the previous chapter), so it could be assumed that she had some knowledge of the wizarding world. It is an unlikely scenario, though, which is why Lucius doesn\'t buy it.\r\n\r\nI\'m glad you enjoyed the banter. I always worry when I have a lot of dialogue because I tend to zero in on that and ignore the parts that could use some additional descriptive passages. If that makes sense.\r\n\r\nThe next chapter will be from Ginny\'s POV, so you\'ll see why she\'s so angry then. She\'s not angry with Draco. Though I\'m not sure the same could be said in reverse...\r\n\r\nYou are welcome to prod me in the future. I can always use incentive.

First of all, let me apologise for refraining from reviewing until now - there were so many chapters, and I was so caught up in just reading them that I hadn't gotten a chance!

I don't really know where to begin, except by saying how amazingly perfect the last few chapters were. Seeing the whole situation from Ginny's perspective makes it easier for the reader to see how you created a Draco like yours, with so much depth and turmoil and conflict and even conscience. The smut, of course, was brilliant, especially having read the story up until this point - it's as though the readers have as much connection with the characters as the characters have with each other! And I also know how different reading and writing smut is, so I honestly admire your fluency!

I can't even express how well you've developed Draco's character throughout the story. He started out defensive and confused, continuously fighting off everyone who tried to stand beside him. After Ginny suffered the complete betrayal of both Draco and herself, they were both a little torn apart. The fact that they can't seem to stay apart is central to your story, and you've expanded it beautifully. (I am concerned as to what Draco will do now that Ginny may not be able to stay in contact.) Draco’s desperate reactions to Ginny’s letters are upsetting for him, and I can’t help but wish and hope they’ll be together again soon, just as they’re wishing and hoping the same thing. As Draco’s conscience develops and he begins to understand himself more, it’s even harder for him to see Ginny and Snape slipping away from him because he can now finally admit to love.

Your other characters are fascinating. Hermione, Harry, Luna, Snerk, Crabbe, Snape, Arthur, Bellatrix and even the other Order members and Death Eaters all play their own particular roles throughout the story. You’ve done such a brilliant job with incorporating every character, especially their familial relations and the remnants of relationships from Canon.

Considering Draco's introspective time in Azkaban and his time with Ginny on the train, it's almost easy to forget everything that's going on in the outside world and your unending (and sometimes crazy) creativity in bringing these events to Draco. The issues with Scrimgeour and other ministry frustrations form a fascinating underlying plot. The Stonehenge magic is
a daunting prospect, but also an amazing idea. It makes sense that the places where the most power is concentrated (like in Voldemort) could be somehow connected to ancient magic.

The darkness of your storyline is comically offset by details you add - Arthur's court system, Snurk and Flep's silly names, Bella's insatiable, um, appetite, and Draco's misinformed sarcasm. I've found myself laughing and close to tears in the same chapter, all due to your talent and imagination!

Now, worries. I thought I was going to mention these first, but I figured I'd get the good parts over with. First, Tam Lin?! Anise, please don't do this to us. Ginny's going to have to battle a changing creature in order to save Draco from being taken to fulfill an oath? And what about the Dark Lady? Will Draco go somewhere Ginny can't follow? These thoughts are just so upsetting that I'm half-dreading the end of this story. As long as they get to see each other soon, I feel like it doesn't matter how epic the story is! A while ago, you predicted seventy chapters, and that's how many were up at the time so I thought the story was finished. How wrong I was! All I can do now is hope for an 'ever after' ending... and fewer mentions of Tam. They're worrying, dear.

Also, Draco talks so much about a happy ending in five months that I'm concerned he’ll never leave, or he'll at least have to relive his memories, which I honestly can't remember him doing... At the soul ceremony, it was only the others who relived theirs, right?

Will the ending really comply with the epilogue of DH? As far as I can tell, that means Ginny has to marry Harry and have his children, which, especially given Harry's current state, doesn't seem particularly reasonable.

No matter what happens, you’ve made a timeless epic out of this story. Really, even despite the silliness (like frappuccinos) and random subplots, the depth of the feelings the characters have, especially Draco’s and Ginny’s for each other, but even Harry’s greed for power and Snurk’s need to save Bella, have made this a story all of your readers will always remember. Thank you!

"Yes, but I can't seem to recall the part where you mentioned living with a man that isn't me."

It's such a Draco-ish line! This is quite a promising story. Hmm.. Colin.. I have a feeling I know how their relationship began!

Author's Response: Miss Hermione - Are you implying that Ginny had some sort of romantic attachment to her roommate at one point? (It\'s possible...)

Draco would never have talked to her, except possibly to make a snide comment. Here, though, there was no pressure to maintain his reputation as a bully.

I can't get over the perfection of your setting! It really helps the story to flow. Excellent, and I can't wait for more! I love the irony here, too--Draco has no idea.

Author's Response: Draco having no idea seems to be a recurrent theme in my storylines. I feel a little bad for making him such a dolt. I\'m glad your enjoying the story!

How sweet! I love how it includes all the parts of their marriage. It also mentions writing about them in this line: Taking two different people and making them one,

can be kind of frustrating, but also kind of fun.


Clever incorportation of that!

Author's Response: awe, thank you!

What a precious exchange! It was all very Draco and Ginny and mischievous of them. I especially liked the relationship you created (however briefly) of playful banter and teasing. Again, they were wonderfully in character, even in a rather angstless scenario. Well, except for Draco's crushed soul, of course. And Blaise! He was delightful. 'You don't have any of them on you, do you?' What a sweet story.

Gracious, how real this conversation is! It's such a true representation of the choices laid out before them, and the way they've both been taught to think. I love that you use each character to give the other something to consider - it's as though you've opened up the 'other' point of view for each of them. I'm so glad you posted this. *heart*

Author's Response: Thank you so much, love!

I love the premise of this story - the wedding where all of them would be there. It's wonderful.

Head popping up at the sound of a female voice, Draco was greeted by the sight of the mischievous bridesmaid who’d spent the ceremony trying to fluster him. Hee. Trying to fluster him, hmm? How precious.

She gets a Weasley and suddenly decides everyone else needs one, too. *dies*

With her quick wit and a penchant for mischief, conversation with Ginny was never dull. It was something he looked forward to. I love this characterization. It's like a little slice of Ginny's true nature, and Draco's. Lovely.

Aw, and what a precious story! Pansy is devious indeed, in a wonderful way. I like your Pansy. I think I want more of her. Thank you for this sweet story, my dear.