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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 21

Mr. Collins's proposal is finally fading into awkward silence at Longbourn, and his wounded pride shows in cold stiffness rather than gentle regret. Elizabeth is grateful for the distraction of Wickham's company, though the day's tidier concerns are about to be disrupted.

A letter arrives from Netherfield bearing news that unsettles Jane, and the sisters retreat upstairs to read Caroline Bingley's carefully worded words aloud. Elizabeth and Jane disagree sharply over what the lines really mean, and the chapter ends on a quiet note of hope.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 20

Mr. Collins has been refused, and the Bennet household is thrown into an uproar. Mrs. Bennet rushes from the breakfast-room to the library, demanding that her husband force Elizabeth to accept the proposal, while Mr. Bennet responds with dry, unbothered wit.

Charlotte Lucas arrives to find the house in confusion, with Lydia and Kitty eager to share the news. Mrs. Bennet pours out her grievances, and Mr. Collins delivers a stiffly polite speech about resignation and his regard for the family's dignity.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 19

Mr. Collins arrives at Longbourn with a carefully rehearsed declaration and a firm belief that his proposal will be welcomed. Elizabeth finds herself trapped in the room while her mother insists she stay, and the awkward formality of the moment is hard to escape.

Mr. Collins lays out his reasons for marrying with solemn precision, quoting his patroness at every turn. Elizabeth must decide how plainly she can refuse a man who refuses to hear no, and whether her words will finally be taken seriously.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 18

Elizabeth arrives at the Netherfield ball certain of seeing Mr. Wickham, only to learn he has conveniently gone to town. Her temper sours, and her partner Mr. Darcy is no easier to handle than she expected. Mr. Collins, meanwhile, is determined to introduce himself to a grand stranger in the room.

Between awkward dances, sharp exchanges over books and character, and her mother's loud boasting at supper, the evening tests everyone's patience. Elizabeth watches Jane's happiness with Mr. Bingley and tries to hold her own dignity. Pride and prejudice clash in every conversation.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 17

Elizabeth recounts Mr. Wickham's story to Jane, and the two sisters weigh what to believe about Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley. Jane is determined to think well of everyone, while Elizabeth is less inclined to forgive.

An invitation to the long-awaited Netherfield ball arrives in person, and the household turns its thoughts to dancing. Mr. Collins makes his intentions toward Elizabeth known, and a week of unrelenting rain keeps everyone indoors.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 16

Mr. Collins is delighted by Mrs. Philips's drawing room, and the evening at Meryton settles into card tables, lottery talk and polite chatter. Then the arrival of Mr. Wickham draws every eye, and Elizabeth finds herself the one he chooses to sit beside.

Over the course of the night, Wickham speaks warmly and carefully, offering Elizabeth a story about Mr. Darcy that she is eager to believe. Elizabeth leaves the party with her thoughts full of him, while her cousin and sister talk without pause on the ride home.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 15

Mr. Collins settles his matrimonial plans on the Bennet sisters, first on Jane, then quickly on Elizabeth, while Mrs. Bennet eagerly embraces the idea. Mr. Bennet, desperate for quiet, sends his cousin off on a walk to Meryton with the girls, and the stroll turns into an outing full of bonnets, gossip, and officers.

Their walk brings a handsome stranger into view, a new officer named Mr. Wickham, and the whole party is charmed. When Darcy and Bingley ride up the street, the meeting between the two gentlemen leaves Elizabeth puzzled, and the chapter closes on a question nobody in the room can answer.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 14

Mr. Collins dines with the Bennets and cannot stop praising his patroness, Lady Catherine de Bourgh, while Mr. Bennet quietly enjoys every pompous word. Mrs. Bennet eagerly asks about the great lady and her sickly daughter, and her questions reveal how much the family is counting on marriage.

When tea is over, Mr. Collins is asked to read aloud, but he refuses a circulating library novel and chooses a sermon book instead. Lydia's restless chatter interrupts him, and his offence sends him to a backgammon table, where a quieter kind of rivalry begins.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 13

Mr. Bennet announces that a stranger is coming to dinner, and the household is thrown into a flurry of curiosity. The stranger turns out to be a letter-writer with a claim on Longbourn, a cousin whose arrival stirs both alarm and amusement among the five Bennet sisters.

The letter itself is read aloud in full, and its stiff, self-important phrasing draws sharp comments from every corner of the room. When the cousin finally arrives, he proves formal, deferential and eager to please, and the family must decide what to make of him.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 12

Elizabeth and Jane prepare to leave Netherfield, but their departure is delayed by Mrs. Bennet's reply and by the polite protests of the Bingleys. Elizabeth is eager to be gone, and Mr. Darcy keeps his distance with careful restraint.

The sisters finally part from the Netherfield party on Sunday, and Miss Bingley's manners warm at the last moment. Back at Longbourn, the family greets them with mixed feelings, and the household's news turns to regimental gossip.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 11

At Netherfield, the ladies withdraw after dinner and the gentlemen soon follow. Bingley cannot take his eyes off Jane, while Miss Bingley tries every trick she knows to draw Mr. Darcy's attention away from his book. Elizabeth watches it all with quiet amusement from across the room.

Miss Bingley's plans for a ball and a stroll about the room lead to a sharp exchange of teasing and pointed remarks between Elizabeth and Darcy. Their verbal sparring grows more pointed with every line, and each of them seems to enjoy the match more than they admit.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 10

Elizabeth sits with her needlework while Mr. Darcy writes a letter at the drawing-room table, and Miss Bingley keeps interrupting him with compliments and messages. Her sly remarks about pens and handwriting set up a dialogue that Elizabeth finds delightfully sharp, and the room fills with banter about humility, boasts, and Mr. Bingley's easy temper.

Music follows, and Elizabeth notices Darcy's gaze lingering on her in ways she cannot quite explain. Miss Bingley grows jealous as the evening goes on, and a walk in the shrubbery brings a pointed exchange that leaves the party divided along awkward lines.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 9

Jane remains ill at Netherfield, and Mrs. Bennet arrives to see her daughter for herself. Her visit is a lively one, full of compliments, quarrels over the country versus town, and a stubborn exchange of wit between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy that leaves the room wondering who will give way first.

Before the carriage is called, the youngest Bennet sisters press Mr. Bingley about his promised ball. The family leaves behind a few awkward impressions, and Elizabeth hurries back to her sister's bedside, uneasy about what the visit has revealed.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 8

Elizabeth keeps vigil at Jane's bedside while the Netherfield party gathers below. Charles Bingley's concern stands out against his sisters' careless remarks, and Elizabeth finds herself unexpectedly grateful for his kindness.

At dinner and in the drawing-room, Caroline Bingley and Louisa Hurst mock the Bennets, and Mr. Darcy listens closely. Elizabeth, taking up a book, slips into a sharp debate with him about what makes a woman truly accomplished.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 7

Longbourn's young ladies talk of nothing but the officers quartered in Meryton, and Mr. Bennet declares that two of his daughters are the silliest in the county. Mrs. Bennet, meanwhile, is delighted by a note from Netherfield that gives her an excuse to send Jane out on horseback.

When the rain falls hard and Jane is stranded across the fields, a second note arrives with news of her health. Elizabeth refuses to wait for the carriage and sets out on foot, determined to see her sister for herself.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 6

Jane and Mr. Bingley's growing attachment is noticed by everyone except, perhaps, the two people it concerns most. Elizabeth and Charlotte Lucas debate how much a woman should reveal of her feelings, and whether good sense can ever guarantee a happy marriage. Their conversation is lively, sharp, and full of the wit that makes the Bennet sisters so easy to follow.

At a crowded evening at Sir William Lucas's house, Elizabeth finds herself the subject of Mr. Darcy's attention. Her quick tongue, a reluctant song, and a sharply polite exchange with Sir William all play out in front of him. Miss Bingley, meanwhile, watches Darcy closely and is quick to draw her own conclusions.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 5

Mrs. Bennet and her neighbours pick apart the Netherfield ball the morning after, when Charlotte Lucas arrives at Longbourn eager to talk. Mr. Bingley's attentions to Jane are debated over tea, and everyone has an opinion about the gentleman who refused to dance with anyone but his own party.

Elizabeth finds herself the subject of teasing and mild warnings as the sisters trade observations on Mr. Darcy's manners. Mary offers a careful lecture on pride and vanity, and a young Lucas boy makes a bold claim about wealth that his hostess is quick to correct.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 4Jane and Elizabeth speak privately about Mr. Bingley, and Jane's warm admiration meets Elizabeth's teasing, watchful good sense. Elizabeth is unconvinced by Bingley's sisters, whose fine manners hide a proud and conceited spirit.The narrator turns to Bingley's fortune, his taste for Netherfield, and his steady friendship with the far more reserved Mr. Darcy. Bingley's easy warmth and Darcy's cool judgment set the stage for how each man sees the Bennet family.About This ProductionThis episode is part of a faithful reading of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.Pertinent LinksRead the original workJoin the community on Discord

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 3

Mrs. Bennet and her daughters work hard to learn something about the wealthy Mr. Bingley, who has taken Netherfield, but he slips past every attempt to pin him down. Rumors of his arrival grow with each retelling, and the whole neighborhood waits to see what sort of man he really is at the assembly.

At the ball, Bingley charms the room while his friend Mr. Darcy draws a different kind of attention. Elizabeth overhears a remark that stings, and the evening ends with her mother's fierce complaints about the rude stranger, leaving Mr. Bennet to hear a very different story from the one he hoped for.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 2

Mr. Bennet has quietly called on the newly arrived Mr. Bingley without telling his wife, and the household learns of it only by accident. Elizabeth, bent over a hat she is trimming, finds herself caught between her mother's nerves and her father's dry teasing about who should make the introduction.

Mrs. Bennet swings from scolding Kitty's coughing to rapturous delight, while Mr. Bennet enjoys every moment of the commotion he has caused. Lydia has her own confident opinion about her chances at the next ball, and the evening ends with the family planning their next move.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen — Chapter 1

The Bennet household of Longbourn is buzzing with news: Netherfield Park has been let at last, and Mrs. Bennet is certain a wealthy bachelor will soon arrive. Mr. Bennet, dry and unhurried, takes a far less eager view of the matter, and the two trade quick exchanges over whether the new tenant is worth a visit at all.

Austen opens the story with its most famous line and a sharp portrait of a marriage built on different temperaments. Mrs. Bennet's nerves, her matchmaking zeal, and her husband's teasing reserve set the tone for a family where five daughters' futures are always on the table.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 36 — The Sun Stands Still

With Greyback defeated and the December full moon passing peacefully, Hermione’s groundbreaking research transforms the wizarding world, while Draco returns to Auror duty with an Order of Merlin, a rather incriminating reprimand, and a growing dissatisfaction with the life he and Granger have settled into. After everything they have survived together, stolen moments and hurried reunions are no longer enough.

As the winter solstice approaches, Draco prepares for a conversation more terrifying than any battle he has ever fought. Beneath a sky brushed with winter sunlight, a snow-covered rose garden, a repaired family ring, and the promise of new beginnings set the stage for one last, extraordinary adventure.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 35 — The Constellation of Draco

One kiss beneath the trees is all it takes for Draco and Hermione to abandon any pretence of behaving sensibly. Back at the Manor, their increasingly unguarded affection leads to an argument about hideous pyjamas, a surprisingly eventful bath, and breakfast accompanied by an entirely unreasonable quantity of whipped cream.

Between teasing confessions, reversed expectations, and an outrageously personal astronomy lesson, Draco discovers that the most disarming part of their newfound intimacy might be something he never anticipated: the extraordinary happiness of simply having Hermione beside him. And for once, the future seems full of rather delightful possibilities.

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I hope you enjoy this reading of Lily’s Boy by SomewheresSword.

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Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 34 — Deliver Us From Evil

Just when all hope seems lost, an extraordinary cavalry descends upon the battlefield: a formidable company of flying nuns with a terrifying command of forbidden magic. What begins as an almost absurd rescue becomes a spectacle of vengeance, leaving Draco, Hermione, and their companions struggling to comprehend what they have witnessed.

But surviving the battle is only the beginning. With Greyback's threat finally behind them, Draco and Hermione must confront something neither has been particularly willing to acknowledge. Amid bruised pride, fierce accusations, and spectacularly inconvenient emotions, the truth about their feelings can no longer remain unspoken.

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Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 33 — The Inextinguishable Fire

Draco Malfoy has finally admitted the terrifying truth about his feelings for Hermione Granger, and he's preparing to do something about it. But before he can make his confession, their magical connection erupts with a desperate warning, sending the Aurors racing towards a remote island where hundreds of werewolves await.

With Hermione trapped at the heart of Greyback's pack, Tonks devises a dangerous rescue that demands extraordinary precision, deception, and nerve. As the operation descends into a desperate battle for survival, Hermione's ingenuity faces its greatest test yet—and a seemingly insignificant fire may prove far more important than anyone imagines.

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Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 32 — The Malfoy Library

Back at Malfoy Manor, a hard-won triumph gives Draco and Hermione a chance to celebrate. But Hermione's idea of relaxation involves learning one of Draco's most complicated protective wards, and their impromptu exchange of arithmancy and ancient runes proves unexpectedly stimulating. Between mathematical brilliance, merciless teasing, and an unfortunate magical mishap, Draco finds his self-control facing a rather formidable challenge.

When an overdue birthday present leads them into the Malfoy library, their playful negotiations take a more personal turn. Some things, it seems, are considerably harder to resist than others.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion is an original prose adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, the beloved fanfiction by isthisselfcare. This adaptation preserves the story's central events, distinctive humour, romantic tension, and unforgettable characters while presenting the narrative in a refined audiobook format.

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Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 31 — The First Dose

Spain is over, but Draco and Hermione are finding it difficult to pretend that the night they have agreed not to discuss never happened. With November’s full moon drawing closer, Hermione races to complete the proto-Sanitatem while Draco pursues Greyback with mounting urgency. A celebration at the newly restored Janus Thickey Ward offers a moment of joy, a thoroughly unwelcome conversation, and a reminder of just how much is riding on the first dose.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion is an original prose adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare. This narrated adaptation preserves the original story’s central events, character relationships, sharp humour, and slow-burning romance while reshaping the prose for an immersive listening experience. Full credit for the original fanfiction belongs to isthisselfcare.

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Author Summary:
Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 30 — Pandora's Box

With Greyback running out of places to hide, Draco turns his formidable Legilimency upon Larsen, uncovering disturbing secrets about the conspiracy against Hermione. But as one dangerous chapter draws towards its conclusion, an intriguing lead on Pandora's box sends Draco and Hermione towards an elusive collector in Spain—and a rather audacious plan involving one of wizarding history's most legendary artefacts.

Between ancient magical mysteries, questionable interpretations of the law, and an unexpectedly eventful autumn afternoon, the pair find themselves navigating territory considerably more complicated than their latest adventure. And as Samhain approaches, some things become increasingly difficult to leave unspoken.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion is an original audiobook adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, the beloved Harry Potter fanfiction by isthisselfcare. This adaptation presents the romantic adventure in reshaped narrative prose while preserving its central story, characters, humour, and emotional developments.

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Author Summary:
Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 29 — The Witching Hour

In the aftermath of a harrowing day, Draco retreats into the quiet of Malfoy Manor, only to confront a realization more terrifying than any threat he has faced: Hermione Granger has become dangerously precious to him. Professional boundaries, emotional self-preservation, and his carefully maintained independence are proving increasingly difficult to reconcile with what he actually wants.

Then a chance encounter in the darkened corridors, an elderly cat with questionable hunting abilities, and an unexpectedly intimate conversation at the terrace window threaten to unravel everything. As Samhain approaches and the witching hour deepens, Draco discovers that maintaining their delicate equilibrium may be an impossible undertaking.

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I hope you enjoy this reading of All the Young Dudes by MsKingBean89.

Author Summary: LONG fic charting the marauders' time at Hogwarts (and beyond) from Remus' PoV - diversion from canon in that Remus's father died and he was raised in a children's home, and is a bit rough around the edges. Otherwise canon-compliant.
1971 - 1995

This IS a wolfstar fic, but incredibly slow burn. Literally years. Long build up but worth it I promise!

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Author Summary:
Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 28 — The Room Without Magic

One spectacularly ill-advised kiss leaves Draco and Hermione scrambling to remember the professional boundaries they have just enthusiastically demolished. Both insist that alcohol is entirely to blame, although their increasingly awkward attempts to behave normally suggest otherwise.

But romance must take a back seat as the hunter's moon approaches and Greyback's campaign of terror escalates. When a devastating attack at King's Hall sends Draco racing to Hermione's rescue, the confrontation takes an unexpected turn. Stripped of the magic they have always relied upon, they must survive through ingenuity, instinct, and a willingness to fight by decidedly unconventional means.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion is an audiobook adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, the original fanfiction by isthisselfcare. This adapted telling follows Draco and Hermione through danger, sharp-edged humour, reluctant vulnerability, and an increasingly inconvenient romance.

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I hope you enjoy this reading of All the Young Dudes by MsKingBean89.

Author Summary: LONG fic charting the marauders' time at Hogwarts (and beyond) from Remus' PoV - diversion from canon in that Remus's father died and he was raised in a children's home, and is a bit rough around the edges. Otherwise canon-compliant.
1971 - 1995

This IS a wolfstar fic, but incredibly slow burn. Literally years. Long build up but worth it I promise!

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I hope you enjoy this reading of Lily’s Boy by SomewheresSword.

Author Summary:
Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 27 — Champagne di Amore

Draco Malfoy has spent weeks attempting to suppress his increasingly inconvenient feelings for Hermione Granger. Unfortunately, an invitation to an intimate black-tie gathering at Nott House threatens to dismantle what little remains of his carefully cultivated composure.

Between Theo's questionable hospitality, old friends with entirely too much to say, and Hermione's devastating choice of evening attire, Draco finds himself navigating a night of champagne, dancing, and dangerously blurred boundaries. As the evening unfolds, the distance between professional duty and personal desire becomes increasingly difficult to maintain—and some feelings refuse to remain unspoken forever.

About This Production

A Most Inconvenient Devotion is an audiobook adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, originally written by isthisselfcare. This adaptation follows Draco and Hermione's slow-burning romance through a story of magical danger, sharp wit, unexpected tenderness, and the complications of falling in love.

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I hope you enjoy this reading of All the Young Dudes by MsKingBean89.

Author Summary: LONG fic charting the marauders' time at Hogwarts (and beyond) from Remus' PoV - diversion from canon in that Remus's father died and he was raised in a children's home, and is a bit rough around the edges. Otherwise canon-compliant.
1971 - 1995

This IS a wolfstar fic, but incredibly slow burn. Literally years. Long build up but worth it I promise!

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I hope you enjoy this reading of Lily’s Boy by SomewheresSword.

Author Summary:
Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 26 — The Sphere of Light

When an unexpected revelation from Ron Weasley leaves Draco questioning everything he thought he knew about Hermione's feelings, maintaining his professional indifference becomes increasingly difficult. But troubling evidence of Gunnar Larsen's attacks on researchers brings the danger surrounding Hermione's work into sharper focus.

As Mabon approaches, Hermione prepares an ambitious expedition to twelve ancient dolmens, where powerful ley lines and forgotten magic may hold the key to her research. Between dangerous discoveries, familiar arguments, and moments of unexpected tenderness, Draco finds that protecting Hermione may be considerably simpler than protecting his own heart.

About This Production

A Most Inconvenient Devotion is an audiobook adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, the original fanfiction by isthisselfcare. This adaptation follows Draco and Hermione's slow-burning relationship through magical intrigue, unexpected danger, sharp wit, and increasingly inconvenient affection.

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• Original Work: Read Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare on Archive of Our Own
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I hope you enjoy this reading of All the Young Dudes by MsKingBean89.

Author Summary: LONG fic charting the marauders' time at Hogwarts (and beyond) from Remus' PoV - diversion from canon in that Remus's father died and he was raised in a children's home, and is a bit rough around the edges. Otherwise canon-compliant.
1971 - 1995

This IS a wolfstar fic, but incredibly slow burn. Literally years. Long build up but worth it I promise!

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I hope you enjoy this reading of Lily’s Boy by SomewheresSword.

Author Summary:
Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 25 — The Last Place on Earth

The attackers who stormed Hermione’s cottage have left behind a terrifying clue: every one of them was a werewolf. With Fenrir Greyback’s return confirmed and Hermione’s extraordinary research finally revealed to her closest allies, the Aurors must find a way to keep her alive without bringing her work to a halt.

But finding somewhere safe proves unexpectedly complicated—until an offhand suggestion from Ron points toward the last place anyone would think to look. For Draco, the prospect of keeping Hermione close presents an entirely different set of problems, especially when a quiet evening, a chocolate cake, and a pair of magically transformed cufflinks begin testing the limits of his professional restraint.

About This Production

A Most Inconvenient Devotion is an audiobook adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, the original fanfiction by isthisselfcare. This adaptation reimagines the beloved slow-burn romance in immersive narrative prose while preserving its distinctive blend of wit, danger, and romantic tension.

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I hope you enjoy this reading of All the Young Dudes by MsKingBean89.

Author Summary: LONG fic charting the marauders' time at Hogwarts (and beyond) from Remus' PoV - diversion from canon in that Remus's father died and he was raised in a children's home, and is a bit rough around the edges. Otherwise canon-compliant.
1971 - 1995

This IS a wolfstar fic, but incredibly slow burn. Literally years. Long build up but worth it I promise!

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I hope you enjoy this reading of Lily’s Boy by SomewheresSword.

Author Summary:
Before his third year at Hogwarts even begins, Harry is given three unsupervised weeks in Diagon Alley. A trip to Gringotts changes everything.

Armed with the knowledge that Dumbledore has been blocking his family magic—and manipulating far more than Harry ever realized—he quickly understands he can’t continue as he has been. There’s a vast world of lore, politics, and history to uncover, and the more Harry learns, the clearer his true place in the wizarding world becomes… even as Dumbledore’s twinkling eyes watch closely.

With help from unexpected allies, Harry begins a journey to end the war and reshape magical Britain. Many see James Potter when they look at him—but they’ve forgotten something important: he is Lily Evans’ son… and she was one hell of a witch.

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A Most Inconvenient Devotion: an original adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare — Chapter 24 — Here There Be Monsters

After the attack at King's Hall, Hermione finally reveals the extraordinary purpose behind her secret research: a potential cure for lycanthropy and other seemingly incurable magical afflictions. Draco can scarcely comprehend the magnitude of her ambitions, but his astonishment turns to dread when a familiar voice from the attackers' memories suggests that a terrifying enemy from the past may have returned.

With Hermione determined to continue her work and Draco equally determined to keep her alive, the boundaries between professional duty and personal attachment grow increasingly difficult to maintain. And even a quiet night at the cottage offers little refuge from Draco's most inconvenient feelings.

About This Production

A Most Inconvenient Devotion is a narrated fanfiction adaptation of Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love, originally written by isthisselfcare. This adaptation brings Draco and Hermione's romantic adventure to life through immersive storytelling while honoring the characters, humor, and emotional heart of the original work.

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