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    Summary

    Vulnera sanentur: the cure to Sectumsempra. To heal wounds.

    Six students – some of whom can barely stand each other – discover that the institutions meant to protect them were never designed for everyone. Not all of them realize which side they're on yet. Healing doesn't come from structures. It comes from the people who love you and choose you – even if it takes a while to get there. A tale of love, healing, and friendship. Sixth Year AU.

    Arianna, Sirius, James, Lily, Remus, and Severus POV.
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    “And here I thought being in love with the sound of your own voice was a sign of mental deficiency.” Arianna Brighton’s voice rang out with considerably more confidence than she felt, especially when one keeps in mind that her body – especially that insolent part responsible for speech – decided to stage a coup against all forms of reason and merrily carry her right to the fore of this building crowd. In front of her, stood Sirius Black, an easy grin on his obnoxiously handsome face, wand trained at a visibly petrified Slytherin boy. “Or does picking on Fifth Years make you feel all strong and manly, Black?”

    Way to start Sixth Year off right, Arianna thought with an inward groan.

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