How far would you go to protect the ones you love? How much of yourself would you be willing to sacrifice? How much would you deny yourself to ensure their safety?

Severus Snape knows exactly how far he would go, and there was still no turning back. Not until his mission was truly finished. James Potter and Lily Evans were the center of Severus’ world. If losing them both on the same night wasn't devastating enough, the realization that the Dark Lord wasn't dead continued to eat at his spirit. The Dark Lord would return, forcing Severus to play his part once again.

It’s been eleven years since the Dark Lord disappeared, and much to Severus' chagrin, Harry Potter has finally come to Hogwarts. Nothing would prepare Severus for pushing the last thing he had left of James and Lily away. As Severus struggles to face his mistakes, a young Draco Malfoy falls victim to a similar fate. For the love of his best friend, Narcissa Malfoy, Severus is driven to help Draco navigate the dark legacy that has been forced upon him.

As the Dark Lord rises again, Severus will do anything to ensure Harry and Draco's survival, even if it means burying his heart deeper to do it.

Takes Place: 0 - Before Harry is born, 0 - Pre Hogwarts (before Harry is 11), 1st summer before Hogwarts, 1st Year, 2nd summer, 2nd Year, 3rd summer, 3rd Year, 4th summer, 4th Year, 5th summer, 5th Year, 6th summer, 6th Year - Snape flavour: Out of Character Snape, Snape is Depressed, Snape is Desperate, Snape is Secretive
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Categories: Misc > No category on the site fits

After Harry accidentally deages himself to a baby during a Potions class, Severus is tasked with aging Harry back up to his correct age before any word gets out on Harry's condition. Severus is less than thrilled with the new job, and Harry is less than thrilled with his new caretaker. A novella, will contain mild CP. Set in the fifth year.

Takes Place: 5th Year - Snape flavour: Canon Snape
Tags: Deaged!Harry, Deaging
Categories: Parental Snape > Guardian Snape

Harry has gained an unexpected interest in potions, but that does not stop him from blowing cauldrons. To counter that, Harry throws himself headfirst in studying the theory. Ironically, he just keeps getting worse, and Harry can't figure out why.

Umbridge is another obstacle, as is Professor Snape.

Or is he?

Podfic (audio) and text versions.

Takes Place: 5th Year - Snape flavour: Canon Snape
Tags: Depression Recovery
Categories: Teacher Snape > Professor Snape

A snowy, January day and a missing winter cloak leads Professor Snape to discover some similarities between his younger life and that of Harry Potter.

Takes Place: 2nd Year - Snape flavour: Canon Snape, Snape is Stern
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Categories: Teacher Snape > Professor Snape

Harry managed to convince someone after his first years, that he could not continue living with his Muggle family. The Headmaster decides that Harry would have the best chances living with his Potion Master, who was not thrilled to have Potter forced upon him so he decides to make the most of the situation and get Potter to earn his keep: renovating old muggle houses.

Takes Place: 2nd summer - Snape flavour: Snape is Angry, Snape's a Bully, Snape is Controlling, Snape is Cruel, Snape is Desperate, Snape is Mean, Snape is Stern
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Categories: Parental Snape > Guardian Snape