Harry’s fourth day at Prince Manor brings a turning point. Snape quietly watches, assigns advanced reading, and then discovers Harry’s flawless Potions essay and a seventh year brew that even he must praise. The afternoon becomes focused lab work, dinner turns reflective, and the library opens like a sanctuary as Harry chooses Defense and Charms texts. A late letter from Sirius reopens old wounds, nightmares return, and we see why this guardianship story blends hurt comfort with careful trust building. Perfect for listeners who love character driven Harry and Snape mentorship set between Goblet of Fire and Order of the Phoenix.