Severus survived Nagini's bite and is now on trial before the Wizengamot. Due to a weird loophole in the law books, he has the right to choose any Ministry employee to defend him, and he chooses Auror-trainee, Harry Potter. This SNARRY story is 90% canon compliant, except for the epilogue. If you loathe Severus Snape, don't bother reading this. You won't like it.

From the outside, it appeared that Harry Potter had a perfect life, but it was missing a vital piece: Severus Snape. All Harry knew was that Snape was living somewhere near a lighthouse, but was that enough of a clue to find him? Did Snape even want to be found? Sequel to Final Examination. HP/SS slash. EWE

Harry's first case as a homicide detective takes him to Hogwarts where nightmares beyond his imagining await him. HP/SS slash. Also Harry/Justin; Ron/Hermione. Reviews welcome. Complete.

Severus just cannot take another minute in the madness that is the Burrow at Christmas. HP/SS. Established Relationship. See Author's Note for more information.

"Is this some sort of test?" "Everything that doesn't kill you is." "Mind you," he added, "surviving doesn't always mean you passed." ― Michelle Sagara West

After surviving Nagini's attack, a Mysterious Benefactor is required to underwrite Snape's recovery. With the assistance of Luna Lovegood and Neville Longbottom and a Siamese cat with a mind of its own, Snape learns there is a chance for happily ever after.

The twelfth gift Severus receives is one he'll remember for the rest of his life. The music mentioned is "Harry in Winter" from the Goblet of Fire soundtrack. There is a companion story by Abrae called "Fly on the Wall" which you should read after this.

A curse by a wayward Hufflepuff splinches Ron's soul, requiring Harry, Ron and Hermione to return to Hogwarts to repair the damage. Post DH, EWE.