A midnight kiss in complete darkness at the Ministry's New Year's Ball leaves Hermione troubled, trying to pick up the clues to figure out who kissed her. How long will Harry be able to hide his secret and feelings from her? Updated with Important Author's Note
After a death breaks apart the trio, Harry and Hermione find comfort in each other. But it's only a matter of time before death and magic pulls them into a downward spiral.
(set 11 years after HBP) Six years after he left the magic world following his victory over Voldemort and the loss of Ron, Harry is forced to reunite with his past when he accidently stumbles upon Hermione. The years have scarred both of them, but as Hermione helps Harry come to terms with who he is, they both find that there might be more in the present than there was in the past.