Hermione comes back to Hogwarts as the new Potionsmistress, while Severus becomes DADA teacher. With the final battle against Voldemort drawing nearer, they both deal with the growing attraction towards each other.
Voldemort is defeated and Severus finally begins to enjoy life again, mostly because of his friendship with Hermione. But then his world crashes down around him as his worst nighmares become reality.
During a detention, Hermione finds out why her Potionsmaster never smiles.
Response to a drabble challenge on WIKTT. What does Hermione see in the Mirror of Erised?