I loved this chapter, because things are starting to be pulled out into the open. One small question, Narcissa seems to put a lot of emphasis on producing an heir, will there be a baby in this story?

Author's Response: Thanks! Yeah, things were bound to come out. Has Narcissa really been that insistant on their having an heir? I hadn't noticed... Well, all the better for her... If she lives to see it born... (dum dum dum dummmmm)

Ahh, I'm so nervous for Ginny. She's obviously doing a great job so far keeping cover: from attending tea parties to keeping her roots dyed; but it's the little things that worry me. The way she forgets that as a Malfoy, people are always watching her - Draco caught (and memorized) Hermione's letter, the way Serafina Zabini overheard her conversation, and the way she said, "Oh, come on now, we are not at Hogwarts anymore". I'm not sure if you inserted that slip intentionally or if Draco or anyone else caught it, but I'm nervous that someone has.

Until you update, though, you've got me on tenterhooks. Wonderful job so far!

Author's Response: You are very observant :D Her regular slips only show that no matter how much you can change your appearance, and even demeanor, you remain who you are... Regardless of whether Draco and the others catch this or that slip, there are enough to spurr some instinctive questioning. Blaise will not be so keen on letting these slip again... Thanks for your review. I'm glad you're catpivated.

another awesome chapter! I can't wait to read more!

Author's Response: thanks!! expect a chapter, errr... soon!! ;)

This story just keeps getting better and better. There are so many D/G fics that are content to skim over the surface of everything that relationship could be, but this one really digs deep. You don't try to minimize their incompatibilities, but in this case they have far more problems than those. I look forward to seeing how you continue to work this one out.

Author's Response: Thank you very much. I could hardly say how honored (as obsequious as this may sound, that is how things are) I am that you appreciate my approach to Draco and Ginny's relationship. My main fear is that I'm focusing on the plot rather than on the couple's feelings, though I try to give both a good thought before I write. I hope to keep you interested and satisfied.

Oh, dear. Ginny needs to learn to control her temper; when she doesn't she lets things slip. I have a feeling that there are going to be parts of this story that are going to make me very unhappy. But it is so well written that I won't mind too much. Thanks for the update!

Author's Response: Well, Ginny is a Weasley through and through, so controlling her temper is not her thing. I really hope no part of the story makes you unhappy--though if it involves Draco's unmasking Ginny, then prepare a punching-bag or box of Kleenex. I am very flattered you find this well written. Thank you.

Write more! I can't wait to see where this story is going.

Author's Response: I am in the process of doing just that... Though if my beta-reader and D&G.com keep responding at this pace, I'll soon be out of material! Heck, I thought I had a few days ahead of me, lol. Thank you for reviewing so frequently!

*chuckles at "shouts of 'kill the kiwis'"*
As always, eagerly awaiting the next chapter!

Author's Response: (don't know where that came from... I must have lacked some sleep to imagine such a terrible threat) Thanks for your review :) I hope not to keep you waiting (I hope to not keep you waiting... errr... whatever I mean)

Love the chapter. Maybe it'll be Wood who confronts Ginny. Can't wait to read more!

Author's Response: What would be in it for Wood? On the other hand, what would be in it for Draco to confront Wood? (hahahaaa... I can't keep my mouth shut, can I...) The next chapters might come out in a little bit, but they'll be worth it, I promise >:) (But why, oh why?) Thanks for your numerous reviews ;)

Oh, it's always a joy to read your work! Though, I can scarcely picture Padma Patil as Minister. I loved the emotion you displayed in your last…excerpt of the past, per say. The idea of wandless magic was a great tip-off for readers to feel her fury. Great job! Keep up the good work!
Thanxxx, Isabelle

Author's Response: Thank you :) I'm glad you enjoyed the wandless magic, though the idea is far from being original. As to Padma Patil, I figured she had the profile. A brilliant, determined witch that I just had to assume was pure-blood... The only problem was her age, but I figured it would be all the more commendable if she could go past this limit. Hopefully I can make her more believable, should she come up in the following chapters (note to self: validate Patil). Again, I appreciate the review, very, very much.

The plot seems to be thickening. I like that we are starting to see more of different points of view--especially Draco's suspicion. I'm looking forward to seeing how everything plays out.

Author's Response: I find Draco's point of view hard to illustrate precisely because its strength lies in its secrecy. Hopefully I'm not butchering him too much. I'm glad to see the thickening of the plot keeps your intrigued. Thank you for your review :)

Update soon. I can't believe that Draco was responsible for her families death.

Author's Response: I know, that sucks, doesn't it. Kind of explains why she'd go after him though...

Ok... First "Fernando de Noronha" (note spelling ;D ) then, "Brigadeiro trees"... You surely have met some Brazilian people around... Just the thought of "Brigadeiro trees" made my mouth water. And, hey! Did you know there's a way of making them using a microwave? My special secret recipe! ^^

Author's Response: No wayyyy... IN THE MICROWAVE? How much for that recipe??? (Not that spending a half-hour by the stove isn't a pain, but...) Shoot did I misspell Fernando de Noronha? You'd think that having been there I would know how to write it. My bad. :/