Harry, Ron, Hermione have returned to Hogwarts for the final time. The completion of their education is about to begin, and with it for Hermione, something new, something dark frequents her time at Hogwarts. Can this provide the ultimate healing? Longer burn. HG/SS. Rated M as a precaution. I don't have a beta I apologise for any typos.

It is after the war, Hermione, Ron and Harry return to Hogwarts. There is a new acting headmaster, Professor Snape. It is clear to all that the war has changed people, some more than others. Headmaster Snape has a lot to contend with, including one troublesome Granger. SS/HG