In Family, There is Strength
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Last published Tue, May 26, 2026
After the events at the ministry the end of fifth year, Harry has had enough. The prophecy, abusive relatives, losing Sirius...he is done and in despair. He ends up having a breakdown in Dumbledore's office and Snape steps in, determined to help the broken boy. Together with his godson Draco, they must convince Harry not to give up and in doing so, a family is formed.
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