severus snape is the least liked student at hogwarts. so why is the popular ravenclaw so determined to be around him?

Previously titled "Burnt Hope." Regulus Black is persuaded by his brother, Sirius, to run away with him in the middle of the summer. And to none other than the Potter's. But, when he arrives at his new home, there's something about James which both infuriates and intrigues him. Regulus isn't one for making friends. So, what happens when James helps him open up and shows him what love really is? ◇This is a non-magic (muggle)AU. [1,000 words average per chapter] ◇Cover fanart Regulus is by upthehillart. ©-Happy26Xx