This was wonderful! I adore the Abhorsen series, although I have some fundamental problems with how the "magic" works there, but I love what you've done with it here. Combining the river with Beedle the Bard's children's tales was ingenious and very much in keeping with the Potterverse. And it reflects Harry's status as Master of Death as well. Really quite a sweet story, and Severus is fantastic as always. Thanks for sharing with us, dear!