Brava! Your descriptions of Harry's experiences with Silence are sensual and very vivid. I alao like how you worked in bits of canon, such as Harry's long-ago mentor's words on choice or the classic: "Mr. Potter," the words were cool, clipped and not at all happy, "you do realise that I am Severus Snape." Even in an AU, snark is snark! Would love to see more of these two. Good job!!