Fanfiction: Injured Hermione Needs Snape's Help. What Could Be the Plot?

One possible reason could be related to a difficult potion she's trying to brew. Snape is a potions master, and Hermione might be facing an ingredient or a process that she can't figure out on her own. For example, a rare potion that requires precise handling of dangerous ingredients.

Maybe Snape is involved in some sort of mystery or danger within Hogwarts that has to do with magic spells. Hermione, with her vast knowledge of spells and her in - depth study of the Hogwarts library, could be a great help to him in deciphering old spells or magical texts related to the situation.

Maybe Snape has a difficult spell he can't seem to master, and as much as he hates to admit it, Hermione's academic prowess makes her the best person to ask for help. He approaches her in a very snarky way, but she sees through his facade and decides to assist him. This could lead to an interesting dynamic where they start to respect each other more.

The conflict could be Snape's pride. He is a proud man and asking for help, especially from a student like Hermione, goes against his nature. So he constantly battles his own ego while Hermione has to deal with his snarky remarks.

He could also be a bit sarcastic in his response. Snape has a sharp tongue, so he might say something like 'Miss Granger, what makes you think I have the time or inclination to help you?' But as Hermione explains her situation, he might gradually soften, realizing the seriousness of the matter. Maybe he starts to see a bit of himself in Hermione's thirst for knowledge.

She might be required to research in the restricted section of the library. Given her penchant for knowledge and Snape's often - dark and esoteric interests, the restricted section could hold the key to whatever he needs help with.

One possible plot could be that Hermione is facing extreme pressure from her studies at Hogwarts. Snape, despite his usual gruff exterior, notices her distress. He might start by giving her some advice on potion - making, which is his area of expertise. For example, he could subtly guide her on how to improve her Felix Felicis brew. This small act of kindness could be the start of their unique bond, where Hermione gradually finds comfort in Snape's no - nonsense approach.

Snape could be very sarcastic and cold at first. He might taunt Harry about finally coming to him for help. However, as he realizes the gravity of the situation, he could start to take it more seriously and actually use his skills and knowledge to help Harry. For example, he might say something like 'Potter, so you've finally realized that you're in over your head and need my help? Well, don't expect me to hold your hand.' But then he would still start to investigate the problem.

A plot could be that Snape is suffering from some sort of post - war trauma that no one else seems to notice. Hermione, being the observant and empathetic person she is, decides to help him. She tries different methods like introducing him to Muggle therapies she has read about, or using calming spells and potions she creates herself. As she helps him, Snape begins to open up about his past, his feelings for Lily, and his experiences during the war, which in turn helps Hermione understand him better.

Maybe Harry discovers something about his past, perhaps related to his parents, that only Snape can help with. Snape was closely associated with Harry's parents. He might know some secrets or have some information that could help Harry understand a family mystery or some hidden power within him.