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Apparently fanfiction.net's 'planned network migration' has involved putting in some kind of very complex DDoS protection which means that neither of my browsers can so much as *display* any page on their site, let alone allow me to log into my own account. (I no longer have access to any of my past fiction; how fortunate that I still have all the original files on my computer!)
I was worried about losing my log-in, which since the last security upgrade I have only been able to access via my linked Facebook account, but I didn't actually think they'd contrive to disable basic read-only access. But -- like Pinterest and now Twitter -- they have. There was a brief window this afternoon where I was able to access the site with JavaScript disabled simply by waiting for the page to auto-refresh after a thirty-second delay, but as I suspected this was evidently an unintended security loophole which has now been patched.
In the short term, this may well improve my productivity; in the long term, I'm unlikely to bother writing any more fan-fiction if I have to jump through yet more hoops in order to publish it or even to see any reviews. It's a pity I received a very nice review just this morning that I never had the chance to reply to (and can now only read the first 260 words of, since the alert email truncates at that point). AO3 isn't really an alternative, since I can read passively but couldn't jump through the necessary browser hoops to create an account there. (I only had access to FFnet because I had a pre-existing 'grandfather' account; I'm sure in recent years I wouldn't have been able to set up a new one.)
Experiment shows that I can view FFnet via a mobile phone, and can presumably upload the remaining chapters of "An Outsider and a Foreigner" by that method and acknowledge my unanswered review. But I'm obviously going to be spending a lot less time on the site from now on.
(It never occurred to me that I wouldn't even be able to view the listing of my own stories and hence not be able to cite the URLs for them...)
Edit: and now a couple of hours later the auto-refresh trick happens to be working again. Who knows for how long?
Here's the listing:
My Stories 45
I was worried about losing my log-in, which since the last security upgrade I have only been able to access via my linked Facebook account, but I didn't actually think they'd contrive to disable basic read-only access. But -- like Pinterest and now Twitter -- they have. There was a brief window this afternoon where I was able to access the site with JavaScript disabled simply by waiting for the page to auto-refresh after a thirty-second delay, but as I suspected this was evidently an unintended security loophole which has now been patched.
In the short term, this may well improve my productivity; in the long term, I'm unlikely to bother writing any more fan-fiction if I have to jump through yet more hoops in order to publish it or even to see any reviews. It's a pity I received a very nice review just this morning that I never had the chance to reply to (and can now only read the first 260 words of, since the alert email truncates at that point). AO3 isn't really an alternative, since I can read passively but couldn't jump through the necessary browser hoops to create an account there. (I only had access to FFnet because I had a pre-existing 'grandfather' account; I'm sure in recent years I wouldn't have been able to set up a new one.)
Experiment shows that I can view FFnet via a mobile phone, and can presumably upload the remaining chapters of "An Outsider and a Foreigner" by that method and acknowledge my unanswered review. But I'm obviously going to be spending a lot less time on the site from now on.
(It never occurred to me that I wouldn't even be able to view the listing of my own stories and hence not be able to cite the URLs for them...)
Edit: and now a couple of hours later the auto-refresh trick happens to be working again. Who knows for how long?
Here's the listing:
Igenlode Wordsmith PM
My Stories . Bio Fav: Stories . Authors
An Outsider and a Foreigner
6
Raoul was bound to recognise Christine when once he heard her sing. But things have changed... for both of them.
6Raoul was bound to recognise Christine when once he heard her sing. But things have changed... for both of them.
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Angst & Drama, words: 3k+, follows: 1, 10/30, Christine, Raoul
The Writing on the Wall»8
Chained and alone in the cells of the Communards, Raoul reaches into the past for a final act of defiance.
8
Chained and alone in the cells of the Communards, Raoul reaches into the past for a final act of defiance.
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Angst & Romance, chapters: 2, words: 7k+, favs: 6, follows: 4, updated: 9/28 published: 9/22, [Christine, Raoul] Erik
Coming back»26
Life in vignettes. Entry for the Writers Anonymous Drabble Challenge.
26 Life in vignettes. Entry for the Writers Anonymous Drabble Challenge.
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Family, chapters: 14, words: 1k+, favs: 3, follows: 1, updated: 10/31/2019 published: 10/29/2019, Christine, Raoul, Madame Valerius
Familiar»8
"All she could remember was the sword coming down": AU. Anna wakes to a strange place and unwelcome company.
8 "All she could remember was the sword coming down": AU. Anna wakes to a strange place and unwelcome company.
Frozen, T, English, Angst & Friendship, chapters: 2, words: 7k+, favs: 9, follows: 7, updated: 8/17/2019 published: 8/6/2019, Anna, Hans
The Opportunist16
Feelings are one thing, but a golden opportunity is quite another... and all that is required is for Hans to do nothing. AU, canon compliant. Written for AW Random Opener Challenge. (NB title changed: was "Nothing at All")
16 Feelings are one thing, but a golden opportunity is quite another... and all that is required is for Hans to do nothing. AU, canon compliant. Written for AW Random Opener Challenge. (NB title changed: was "Nothing at All")
Frozen, K+, English, Angst & Drama, words: 3k+, favs: 9, follows: 1, 6/21/2019, [Anna, Hans]
Afterwards6
She could not find Thomas. And the world was breaking apart. (NOW UPDATED TO FULL LENGTH)
6 She could not find Thomas. And the world was breaking apart. (NOW UPDATED TO FULL LENGTH)
Crimson Peak, T, English, Angst & Horror, words: 5k+, favs: 5, 12/22/2018, Edith C., Lucille S., Alan M.
A Necessary Evil3
The one thing he could find to be glad about in the whole humiliating evening was that he had set Edith free. But good resolutions are hard to keep...
3 The one thing he could find to be glad about in the whole humiliating evening was that he had set Edith free. But good resolutions are hard to keep...
Crimson Peak, T, English, Angst & Family, words: 3k+, favs: 5, follows: 1, 12/6/2018, Edith C., Lucille S., Thomas S.
If I Don't, She Will4
Dr Alan McMichael confronts the prospect of the knife, at the hand of a man he has no reason to trust.
4 Dr Alan McMichael confronts the prospect of the knife, at the hand of a man he has no reason to trust.
Crimson Peak, T, English, Angst & Drama, words: 1k+, favs: 3, follows: 1, 11/20/2018, Thomas S., Alan M.
An Unfair Advantage30
Cometh the hour, cometh the man... This time there is no interruption to "Point of No Return".
30 Cometh the hour, cometh the man... This time there is no interruption to "Point of No Return".
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Humor & Drama, words: 990, favs: 9, follows: 1, 7/16/2018, Christine, Erik, Ubaldo P.
Blue Remembered Hills»86 
Blake's 7: the "Phantom of the Opera" episode. Blake and Gan find themselves trapped in an unfolding space opera on the planet Newparis, where the mysterious masked genius known as the Ghost takes an all too personal interest in a talented young girl...
86 Blake's 7: the "Phantom of the Opera" episode. Blake and Gan find themselves trapped in an unfolding space opera on the planet Newparis, where the mysterious masked genius known as the Ghost takes an all too personal interest in a talented young girl...
Blakes 7 & Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Sci-Fi & Adventure, chapters: 27, words: 76k+, favs: 13, follows: 16, updated: 5/2/2018 published: 8/23/2014, [Raoul, Christine] Blake, O. Gan
Annoyance22
The dead won't leave Erik alone. But he truly can't understand why.
22 The dead won't leave Erik alone. But he truly can't understand why.
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Horror & Romance, words: 1k+, favs: 16, follows: 6, 10/24/2017, Erik
Shall We Dance?20
At the masquerade ball, Christine loses a partner... and the two of them find each other. Musical-based fluff-fic.
20 At the masquerade ball, Christine loses a partner... and the two of them find each other. Musical-based fluff-fic.
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Romance, words: 3k+, favs: 12, follows: 1, 10/3/2017, [Christine, Raoul]
A Year in Shorthand»30
"You too can learn shorthand in a year" was the promise: but for a girl in Gwen Dawson's position, it wasn't that easy... Vignettes from before the start of Series 1 up to Episode 3, as Gwen tries to keep her secret and realise her ambitions against the odds.
30 "You too can learn shorthand in a year" was the promise: but for a girl in Gwen Dawson's position, it wasn't that easy... Vignettes from before the start of Series 1 up to Episode 3, as Gwen tries to keep her secret and realise her ambitions against the odds.
Downton Abbey, K+, English, Friendship, chapters: 5, words: 9k+, favs: 2, follows: 2, updated: 9/24/2017 published: 5/24/2014, William M., Anna S., Gwen D.
In Regret, Always»23
Eight years ago, Raoul left a letter for his wife, took Gustave, and set off to leave Coney Island. Now, as the clouds of war hang over France, the echoes of that night still haunt them all.
23 Eight years ago, Raoul left a letter for his wife, took Gustave, and set off to leave Coney Island. Now, as the clouds of war hang over France, the echoes of that night still haunt them all.
Love Never Dies, T, English, Family & Tragedy, chapters: 4, words: 21k+, favs: 16, follows: 8, updated: 9/17/2017 published: 8/9/2017, Erik, Christine, Raoul, Gustave
Imprisoned by Fear»63
Christine and Raoul's escape plans succeed, but with Erik in pursuit they are still far from safe... Leroux-based AU, translated from the German original by EMK81
63 Christine and Raoul's escape plans succeed, but with Erik in pursuit they are still far from safe... Leroux-based AU, translated from the German original by EMK81
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Adventure & Suspense, chapters: 23, words: 68k+, favs: 17, follows: 26, updated: 9/7/2017 published: 6/9/2015, [Christine, Raoul] Erik, OC
Scruples of Honour8
Ashley Wilkes has known Charles Hamilton all his life - but the one time the boy needs him most is the one time he has no right to intervene.
8 Ashley Wilkes has known Charles Hamilton all his life - but the one time the boy needs him most is the one time he has no right to intervene.
Gone with the Wind, K+, English, Family & Angst, words: 2k+, favs: 8, 8/30/2017, Ashley W., Charles H.
The Daaé Case»73
Jos Perlman wants to keep his job with Hammerstein. Raoul just wants to keep his wife. Maybe they have more in common than they think.
73 Jos Perlman wants to keep his job with Hammerstein. Raoul just wants to keep his wife. Maybe they have more in common than they think.
Love Never Dies, T, English, Drama & Friendship, chapters: 6, words: 14k+, favs: 10, follows: 5, updated: 3/20/2017 published: 1/21/2017, [Christine, Raoul] OC
The Man Who Knew Too Much11
Gone, but not forgotten; Joseph Buquet knew the difference between stagecraft and the supernatural, but when he went after the intruder he had no idea what he was up against. Movieverse.
11 Gone, but not forgotten; Joseph Buquet knew the difference between stagecraft and the supernatural, but when he went after the intruder he had no idea what he was up against. Movieverse.
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Friendship & Horror, words: 3k+, favs: 6, follows: 2, 2/10/2017, Erik, OC
Christmas as it ought not to be»17
Raoul had never enjoyed Christmas very much. Leroux-based.
17 Raoul had never enjoyed Christmas very much. Leroux-based.
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Angst & Family, chapters: 4, words: 7k+, favs: 5, follows: 3, updated: 12/24/2016 published: 12/20/2016, [Raoul, Christine] Philippe
A Ring Returned6
Together, they dig a grave. (Leroux-based drabble)
6 Together, they dig a grave. (Leroux-based drabble)
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Spiritual, words: 110, favs: 6, follows: 2, 11/23/2016, [Raoul, Christine]
This Mask of Death13
Moonlight over Perros-Guirec, and something is stirring in the graveyard... Leroux Gothic, written for the Writers Anonymous Halloween Challenge.
13 Moonlight over Perros-Guirec, and something is stirring in the graveyard... Leroux Gothic, written for the Writers Anonymous Halloween Challenge.
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Horror & Family, words: 3k+, favs: 6, follows: 2, 10/21/2016, Christine, Raoul
If I Were Vicomte»70
Christine's childhood friend is convinced that all his problems would be solved by a little more social position. Vignettes from an AU Leroux universe.
70 Christine's childhood friend is convinced that all his problems would be solved by a little more social position. Vignettes from an AU Leroux universe.
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Angst & Humor, chapters: 4, words: 5k+, favs: 8, follows: 6, updated: 9/30/2016 published: 8/24/2016, [Christine, Raoul]
There is no Phantom of the Opera8
Raoul's thoughts go round and round as he follows Christine up to the roof of the Opera... but he is sure of one thing at least.
8 Raoul's thoughts go round and round as he follows Christine up to the roof of the Opera... but he is sure of one thing at least.
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Romance & Drama, words: 3k+, favs: 13, follows: 7, 8/4/2016, [Raoul, Christine]
Redemption4
Meg shoots someone else. And it's not a mistake.
4 Meg shoots someone else. And it's not a mistake.
Love Never Dies, K+, English, Hurt/Comfort & Angst, words: 1k+, favs: 13, follows: 1, 6/3/2016, Erik, Christine, Raoul, Meg Giry
A Family Man7
Sometimes, Raoul's children remind him of himself and Christine. But mostly they are very much themselves. And a long walk on a hot day is not to everyone's taste... (Musical-based, fluff)
7 Sometimes, Raoul's children remind him of himself and Christine. But mostly they are very much themselves. And a long walk on a hot day is not to everyone's taste... (Musical-based, fluff)
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Family, words: 2k+, favs: 4, follows: 1, 5/24/2016, [Christine, Raoul] OC
Newly Wed8
Every morning, the sun casts a rainbow across her pillow... and whatever her fears, they will face the future together. *C/R fluff*
8 Every morning, the sun casts a rainbow across her pillow... and whatever her fears, they will face the future together. *C/R fluff*
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Romance & Angst, words: 3k+, favs: 6, follows: 2, 4/30/2016, [Christine, Raoul]
A Child of the Law»14
Her name was Ursule Javert, and she lived with the police inspector who was not her father. Once, she had been called Cosette, but that was in a time she tried not to remember.
14 Her name was Ursule Javert, and she lived with the police inspector who was not her father. Once, she had been called Cosette, but that was in a time she tried not to remember.
Les Miserables, K+, English, Family & Friendship, chapters: 2, words: 6k+, favs: 9, follows: 9, updated: 2/9/2016 published: 2/2/2016, Valjean, Javert, Cosette
Don Juan Rehearsed20
In which Ubaldo Piangi encounters a fit of temperament, and makes a well-intentioned promise.
20 In which Ubaldo Piangi encounters a fit of temperament, and makes a well-intentioned promise.
Phantom of the Opera, K+, English, Friendship & Angst, words: 1k+, favs: 18, follows: 3, 1/5/2016, Christine, Ubaldo P.
The Girl He Left Behind Him6
After the execution, Micaela was the only one who tried to understand...
6 After the execution, Micaela was the only one who tried to understand...
Carmen, K+, English, Angst & Family, words: 3k+, favs: 5, follows: 1, 9/21/2015
The Sons of Éléonore»16
Raoul de Chagny had never known a mother... but his brother Philippe had never been able to forget her. And when he plunged down beneath the Opera in pursuit, the past went with him.
16 Raoul de Chagny had never known a mother... but his brother Philippe had never been able to forget her. And when he plunged down beneath the Opera in pursuit, the past went with him.
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Family & Tragedy, chapters: 3, words: 7k+, favs: 7, follows: 5, updated: 9/2/2015 published: 8/13/2015, Raoul, Philippe, OC
All the Rules Rearranged»105
"Tell her. If you love her, tell her... For if you do not, I will - and take the consequences." Desperation in Christine's dressing-room spills out truths that change everything. But shattered lives can find something in common...
105 "Tell her. If you love her, tell her... For if you do not, I will - and take the consequences." Desperation in Christine's dressing-room spills out truths that change everything. But shattered lives can find something in common...
Love Never Dies, T, English, Hurt/Comfort & Family, chapters: 9, words: 29k+, favs: 19, follows: 10, updated: 4/1/2015 published: 1/13/2015, [Christine, Raoul] Erik, Meg Giry
Orc Patrol7
Some years before the War of the Ring, an Orc patrol ventures into newly-captured Ithilien to bring back a human prisoner for questioning. A blackly humorous look at life from the Orc's point of view. Rated T for gore.
7 Some years before the War of the Ring, an Orc patrol ventures into newly-captured Ithilien to bring back a human prisoner for questioning. A blackly humorous look at life from the Orc's point of view. Rated T for gore.
Lord of the Rings, T, English, Humor & Horror, words: 1k+, favs: 6, follows: 1, 2/28/2015, Orc
Half a Savage»91
When Blake and his crew arrive on the planet Horizon, they find it a Federation colony; but how did the coming of the Federation, twenty years earlier, affect those who lived there? The story of Ro and his planet; of friendship, politics and betrayal.
91 When Blake and his crew arrive on the planet Horizon, they find it a Federation colony; but how did the coming of the Federation, twenty years earlier, affect those who lived there? The story of Ro and his planet; of friendship, politics and betrayal.
Blakes 7, K+, English, Sci-Fi & Friendship, chapters: 6, words: 14k+, favs: 2, follows: 1, updated: 2/11/2015 published: 11/14/2014
Count Philippe Takes a Hand»322
If the Viscount isn't prepared to set his relationship with Christine Daaé on a more appropriate footing, then the Count will just have to do it for him... Much embarrassment ensues. Rated T for suggestive language and situations.
322 If the Viscount isn't prepared to set his relationship with Christine Daaé on a more appropriate footing, then the Count will just have to do it for him... Much embarrassment ensues. Rated T for suggestive language and situations.
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Romance & Humor, chapters: 4, words: 9k+, favs: 15, follows: 2, updated: 10/14/2014 published: 9/13/2014, [Christine, Raoul] Philippe, OC
The Paths of the Living11
Struggling to survive after the fall of Atlanta, Scarlett saw Charles Hamilton again. But he wasn't the one she wanted to see...
11 Struggling to survive after the fall of Atlanta, Scarlett saw Charles Hamilton again. But he wasn't the one she wanted to see...
Gone with the Wind, K+, English, Supernatural & Family, words: 2k+, favs: 13, follows: 4, 10/2/2014, Scarlett O., Charles H.
Teach Me to Live»16
Tormented by grief and lost chances, Raoul de Chagny makes the weary journey homewards with his wife's body to the final legacy of their life together.
16 Tormented by grief and lost chances, Raoul de Chagny makes the weary journey homewards with his wife's body to the final legacy of their life together.
Love Never Dies, T, English, Tragedy & Family, chapters: 3, words: 7k+, favs: 9, follows: 4, updated: 9/5/2014 published: 8/20/2014, Erik, Raoul, Gustave, OC
Please Pretend»33
Before her reluctant marriage to Erik, Christine gives herself to Raoul for a few passionate hours. But what will happen ten years later, when unexpected visitors arrive at the theatre in Coney Island and the past is reawakened? And what will become of their son? Translated from the French original by Chamidontrachiva.
33 Before her reluctant marriage to Erik, Christine gives herself to Raoul for a few passionate hours. But what will happen ten years later, when unexpected visitors arrive at the theatre in Coney Island and the past is reawakened? And what will become of their son? Translated from the French original by Chamidontrachiva.
Phantom of the Opera, K, English, Angst & Romance, chapters: 12, words: 23k+, favs: 16, follows: 18, updated: 8/26/2014 published: 8/21/2013, Erik, Christine, Raoul
Lost and Found5
She was a stray on the street who gave him her whole heart. It was in his nature to be kind. And now that will have to be enough... Ã⇒ponine returns to the barricade in the knowledge that Marius does not love her: stage canon.
5 She was a stray on the street who gave him her whole heart. It was in his nature to be kind. And now that will have to be enough... Ã⇒ponine returns to the barricade in the knowledge that Marius does not love her: stage canon.
Les Misérables, K+, English, Romance & Angst, words: 1k+, favs: 6, follows: 1, 6/25/2014, Eponine
To Ease Your Troubled Mind»97
"I've got a mind to pack and go - never you mind the debts we owe!" What if Christine and Raoul really had taken up his angry suggestion that first night, and walked out of the hotel to go back to Paris without the money? Their marriage still has its problems...
97 "I've got a mind to pack and go - never you mind the debts we owe!" What if Christine and Raoul really had taken up his angry suggestion that first night, and walked out of the hotel to go back to Paris without the money? Their marriage still has its problems...
Love Never Dies, K+, English, Angst & Friendship, chapters: 3, words: 9k+, favs: 7, follows: 3, updated: 4/25/2014 published: 4/12/2014, Christine, Raoul, Gustave
Paldit or, Little by Little»10
For the schoolboys of the Federation's upper echelons, it's a dog-eat-dog world where the bullies rule supreme; at least until the juniors start to organise together... In the grand tradition of "Eric" and "Tom Brown's Schooldays", here is a Blake's 7 'school story! Pre-"Way Back".
10 For the schoolboys of the Federation's upper echelons, it's a dog-eat-dog world where the bullies rule supreme; at least until the juniors start to organise together... In the grand tradition of "Eric" and "Tom Brown's Schooldays", here is a Blake's 7 'school story! Pre-"Way Back".
Blakes 7, T, English, Drama & Adventure, chapters: 4, words: 4k+, favs: 1, updated: 12/15/2013 published: 12/3/2013, Blake
Waiting in the Wings»206
Raoul is expecting to elope with his wife, Gustave is waiting to hear his mother sing, and Christine is still in an agony of indecision... and as Raoul begins to doubt and Christine remembers the past, wrong choices are made for all the right reasons, to terrible effect. 'Missing scenes' for the Australian version: canon-based.
206 Raoul is expecting to elope with his wife, Gustave is waiting to hear his mother sing, and Christine is still in an agony of indecision... and as Raoul begins to doubt and Christine remembers the past, wrong choices are made for all the right reasons, to terrible effect. 'Missing scenes' for the Australian version: canon-based.
Love Never Dies, K+, English, Angst & Tragedy, chapters: 5, words: 9k+, favs: 9, follows: 5, updated: 11/9/2013 published: 10/12/2013, Christine, Raoul, Meg Giry, Gustave
The Choices of Raoul de Chagny»364
"If I had any courage, I should have left you years ago": what effect will a devastating bout of drunken honesty have on Christine's marriage? And - with the 'Persephone' already two days out from Cherbourg - is it too late to avert the tragedy of Coney Island? A love story with a difference. R/C
364 "If I had any courage, I should have left you years ago": what effect will a devastating bout of drunken honesty have on Christine's marriage? And - with the 'Persephone' already two days out from Cherbourg - is it too late to avert the tragedy of Coney Island? A love story with a difference. R/C
Love Never Dies, T, English, Angst & Family, chapters: 7, words: 21k+, favs: 21, follows: 5, updated: 10/3/2013 published: 8/11/2013, [Christine, Raoul] Gustave
Water-horse»21
Professor Snape attempts to create an antidote to the Imperius Curse against Dumbledore's express orders to the contrary, and discovers that the blood of a water-horse is a very dangerous Potions ingredient. Set during Book 2 and featuring Snape and McGonagall, plus cameos by Professor Dumbledore, Mad-Eye Moody and Harry Potter himself... Rated T for psychological horror/angst.
21 Professor Snape attempts to create an antidote to the Imperius Curse against Dumbledore's express orders to the contrary, and discovers that the blood of a water-horse is a very dangerous Potions ingredient. Set during Book 2 and featuring Snape and McGonagall, plus cameos by Professor Dumbledore, Mad-Eye Moody and Harry Potter himself... Rated T for psychological horror/angst.
Harry Potter, T, English, Drama & Horror, chapters: 8, words: 26k+, favs: 33, follows: 12, updated: 9/13/2013 published: 6/28/2013, Severus S., Albus D., Minerva M.
Beyond the Abyss12
"Don't throw your life away for my sake": Raoul will take any cost upon himself to save Christine from the Opera Ghost, even if all he can do is buy her a little time... R/C. Rated T for horror/angst.
12 "Don't throw your life away for my sake": Raoul will take any cost upon himself to save Christine from the Opera Ghost, even if all he can do is buy her a little time... R/C. Rated T for horror/angst.
Phantom of the Opera, T, English, Horror & Angst, words: 2k+, favs: 25, follows: 4, 7/26/2013, [Raoul, Christine] Erik
Through Older Eyes13
Just what did happen at the top of the Astronomy Tower on that fateful night? What went wrong... and who fooled whom? This story tells the events at the end of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince from another point of view: Dumbledore's own.
13 Just what did happen at the top of the Astronomy Tower on that fateful night? What went wrong... and who fooled whom? This story tells the events at the end of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince from another point of view: Dumbledore's own.
Harry Potter, K+, English, Fantasy & Suspense, words: 2k+, favs: 17, follows: 3, 6/18/2013, Harry P., Severus S., Albus D.
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I managed to retrieve it after another blink of viable access (what I can't work out is what series of actions triggers the redirection to the correct page, and which simply cycles round refreshing the same security error ad infinitum -- it may well be timing-based and/or random).
And I even managed to slip in a quick PM reply (although by the time I'd pressed Send and gone to check the outbox, the site had blanked again, and I had to wait an hour or so before I could be certain whether it had actually gone or not!)
'I want to read more chapters despite the fact that I'm not involved in this fandom simply because your writing is so good' is of course the sort of reaction that every novice fanfiction writer *dreams* of (and assumes will happen if one can just spam those pesky readers into clicking on the link to the story, only to realise painfully slowly that it just doesn't work that way!)
And I think it was genuine, because it was preceded by a follow alert -- rather than a 'favourite author, favourite story, follow author, follow story' clean sweep, which doesnt mean a thing.
"I just really do enjoy your prose that much" :-)