Sometimes, being ruthless is not the act of brutality, but rather the willingness to tear oneself away from love and honour in favour of another. A name in history comes at a great price, and it takes a person of great strength to pay it. Very AU with no backstory. This is entirely a concept piece that came from a plot bunny.

Hermione leaves with Ron during the horcrux hunt, leaving Harry alone to take down Voldemort. His chosen methods are unorthodox and brutal. He was born for this, made for this. This is his purpose as a weapon. Gen M to be safe First fic