Slow-burn, post-war romance set in an 8th year at Hogwarts, where the Ministry has implemented a new law requiring witches and wizards to pair up for repopulation purposes. Hermione Granger, now sorted into Slytherin, is paired with the last person she ever expected: Draco Malfoy.
As she navigates this forced partnership, Hermione grapples with the changing dynamics between her and Draco, the weight of the Ministry's decree, and the overwhelming presence of history that hangs over them all.
They must face not only the lingering consequences of the war but also the personal transformations they must endure. Hermione's struggles with her new house, the tension in her relationship with Draco, and the constant reminders of everything they've lost lead to a journey of self-discovery. With their shared dormitories and the close proximity of their partners, Hermione and Draco are thrust together in ways they can't escape, their relationship evolving from reluctant allies to something far more complex. The book explores themes of healing, forgiveness, and the complexity of relationships forged under pressure, all while exploring how the past continues to shape the future of Hogwarts' most iconic students.
Hermione and Draco have come back to finish their 8th year at Hogwarts after the Great Wizarding War. Both are finding it difficult to forget the past and move on, especially for our Slytherin Prince. He needs a way to numb his pain, to nurture his heart...will he find solace in the War Heroine's arms?