P R O L O G U E

Now here’s a tale
of two of the most unlikely beings
whose loveship put up its sail.

Suspicion brings them together
one very fateful night
But love is what will hold them together
although danger has risen to new heights.

In the dark era of the world
one Slytherin may find
hope in form of a girl
to aid the lantern of light.

A Portkey and a hasty trip
An unexpected visit to the Ice Castle
Dates, dancers, a champagne sip!
Only stops in the pathway to the battle.

Christmastime and mistletoe bliss!
A surprising turn of events!
Lovers’ wonderful first kiss
And his last days are spent

Of a child, of a young man
To withdraw from humanity and become utmost cruel!
for a future Death Eater can’t
love and this is what he must do:

“Kill her and leave no trace
It is a simple, straight command
But it is not only time you’ll race
as you plunge that dagger into her back.”

Not an ordinary romance
Star-crossed lovers since birth
Never mind the hateful past!
The only way to love is to hurt.

Fate is the only word to explain
of how things will come to be.
A love to gain, a father slain
And soon you will just see.

Now, read on, for
here is a tale
of unlikely impossibilities
of love and gradual civility
of hope and startling capability
of a Saint
and a Slytherin.