I sometimes think that the only way harry could really have a shot at Severus is by first being his pet : ) It gives Severus lots of time to get used to the idea. Great story, as other commentors have said, the world you've created is really amazing -- the mix of the hp universe and a period piece is so much fun to read. Prospero is, of course, wonderful : ) And I love Severus' attitude towards Albus, it's very much as I imagine him -- frustrated and annoyed, able to see fault in him, but not loving the man any less for it. Rather like his attitude towards harry, come to think of it.