Hey guys! This is my first story, so I would love some feedback! I don't know how long this story will go on, but I would love review to help me decide pairings if I get that far. Anyways, I'm also a beta so I will be busy but will update at least weekly! I might change it to every other day if people are really interested! Like I said in the summary, this story will have nice Malfoys' in it, as there are too few of those! Ron will be kind of mean, but tolerable. Oh, and I wrote most of the story in third person view. So, now that I'm done boring you, on with the story!

Chapter 1

The Boy Who Lived.

Severus swore if he heard that child called that on more time, the speaker would potion ingredients. No one ever spoke of how the boy lived, Severus thought to himself, only that he was alive. They don't talk about what - or who - almost killed him. Although, did I expect anything different? Not really. What made him angry was how they never spoke of the real reason he lived. No, not the reason he lived. He reminded himself, the sacrifice that was made for him that preserved his life. The boy's mother. My Lilypad.

He smirked at the nickname he gave her when they were eight. She never objected. She seemed to kind of like it.

There was a memory that always made him smile. Him and Lily were studying in the library when they were in their third year.

Flashback

They had a system where they split the work up so they could help the other. Lily excelled in Charms, Divination(Although her least favorite), Herbology, and Care for Magical Creatures. Severus tutored her in Potions, DADA, History of Magic and Transfiguration. While they were working together, the Marauders decided to cause some trouble with the duo.

"Hey Snivellus! Not trying to infect our lioness with snake venom I hope? You do know lions travel in packs." James sneered challengingly.

"And if you had a single working brain cell, you would no that lions travel in prides." Lily shot back, but not without a quick mumble under her breath, " Overconfident, narcissistic, bumbling idiots." Snape smirked. He was rubbing off on the usually gregarious Lily.

"Look at that, guys! Snivellus is poisoning our little Lilypad-"he was cut off by the sound of Lily raising from her chair and pointing her wand.

"Your what?" Lily asked with an amused, all too friendly smile. He had never seen the Marauders run so fast in his life. He hid his smirk as she sat back down. "Not that I mind you calling me that, Sev." She hadn't even looked up from her textbook.

This Time, he didn't even hide his smirk.

End of Flashback

He shook his head to snap out of it. Well, his same Lilypad had been gone for 9 years now. Killed by The Dark Lord when she refused to give up Harry. Harry. He repeated the name to himself. The son of his best friend and only love. And the son of the boy who almost killed you! He sneered t the memory of the child's father. Lily had allowed Severus to babysit for Harry once while she and James were at an Order meeting. He couldn't believe how stunning he boys eyes' were. Just as his mother's. These were his thoughts as he walked down the road to Godric's Hollow as he had done every year for the past eight years now. He was briefly reminded of the first night being so panicked, looking around frantically, finding Potter, holding Lily in his arms...

Stop it! He scolded himself. Stop this self-pity! It's not bringing her back! Now, get through this visit! Now that he had finished with that, he made his way silently to the graveyard. He stopped in front of the Potters' stone once again. He crouched down next to Lily's name.

"Hey Lilypad, it's Sev. Thought I'd come by for a visit again." He tried to force himself to keep his voice even and strong while he continued speak to the stone. "Can you believe it's summer already? The dunderheads weren't too bad this year. Just think, two more years and Harry will be at Hogwarts. Don't worry, I'll try to keep my promise." It's the least I could do for you.

As Severus made his way back down the street, he passed their house. Well, what was left of it. The house had been ignored, so the once proud standing, 2 level Victorian style cottage was now leaning to one side due to foundation weakness and the grass and hedges were outrageous in the front yard. For some reason, Severus was curious about if there was anything left inside. Strangely, he had never thought to check. Dumbledore stepped in and took care of the house. Curiosity getting the best of him, he stepped over the threshold into the yard. He moved swiftly inside as the sun was setting. He hadn't planned on being there this long, so he gave himself a time limit of 20 minutes. He still had to get ready for going to Malfoys' for dinner. So, he set about his search...

15 minutes later, still having found nothing, he prepared himself to leave. He searched the master bedroom last. Still having found nothing, he walked back to the door. But, before he could walk back through, a breeze came through the broken remains of a window. The breeze enveloped Severus. He noticed the soft smell of a flower. He froze when he smelled again.

Lilies, the breeze smells like lilies. He turned around, but the closet door caught his eye, and he thought one peek wouldn't hurt. He walked over and opened the door. "Lumos" he spoke, drawing his wand. The closet was small, but it felt bigger since it was empty. He turned to leave when he heard a thud behind him. He spun around quickly with his wand level with his chest. Seeing no one, he looked again. There was an empty cardboard box that was on its side. Severus stepped closer and saw writing on the side of the box.

"For Harry".

He stepped closer when a shining caught his eye. He went to pick up the object catching the light, and saw it was a ring. He took a closer look and almost gasped at what the thing really was. The ring base a pure silver like he had seen only once before. As he examined the stone, he saw it was a deep red colored Garnet stone. The stone for healing, protection and strength. He had no doubt in his mind now that he had seen this ring before. This was the Potters' heir ring.

The first-born son was to ear this after his 9th birthday. Harry's 9th birthday was in a few weeks. Severus felt he should have this. He couldn't let Dumbledore bring it, because he was gone and wouldn't return until two weeks before the start of term. Minerva might try to spoil the boy with lavish gifts if she learned his birthday. No, he would have to do it. He could imagine the large party celebrating the little "hero" would be getting. To think he might spoil the party might almost be worth seeing the spoiled celebrity.

Almost.

So what do you guys think of the first chapter? Too long, too short? I plan on writing chapter two either later today or tomorrow. I'm trying to write it fast so you get a feel for the story. Next chapter, Severus finds Harry and is surprised by what e finds. Also, we meet the Malfoys'! Be excited! Thanks for taking the time to read my story! Reviews would be helpful! Also, if I use your ideas I'll be sure to mention you! Reviews, please? :):):):):)