Shadows of Legacy: A Slytherin's Tale: The Sorting, harry potter - j. k. rowling fanfic

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Characters

Harry Potter, Severus Snape, Harry Potter & Severus Snape

Tags

Family Magic Father-Son Relationship Friendship Love Hogwarts Severitus | Severus Snape is Harry Potter's Parent Adventure Good Slytherins Slytherin Harry Potter Acceptance Healing Redemption Sacrifice Next Generation Courage compassion - Freeform

Summary

Harry Potter finds himself sorted into Slytherin House at Hogwarts, revealing his connection to Severus Snape, who is later revealed to be his biological father. The story explores their evolving relationship as they navigate the challenges of their shared past and forge a deep bond of fatherly love and acceptance. Together, they confront the ghosts of their history, find solace in each other's presence, and ultimately triumph over adversity. As they embrace their roles as father and son, they leave behind a lasting legacy of love and redemption, inspiring future generations with their courage and compassion.

The Sorting

April 20, 2025 at 10:36 AM

The Great Hall buzzed with anticipation as the first-years filed in, their eyes wide with wonder as they took in the grandeur of Hogwarts. Among them was Harry Potter, his heart pounding with nervous excitement as he awaited the Sorting Hat's decision.

As the Hat was placed upon his head, Harry's mind raced with thoughts of his father, the legendary Severus Snape, and the legacy he carried as the son of a Slytherin. Would he follow in his father's footsteps, or would fate lead him down a different path?

"Ah, a Potter," the Sorting Hat murmured in his mind. "But not just any Potter. No, there's something more to you, isn't there? A legacy of cunning, ambition, and determination. Yes, I see it now. Slytherin!"

The words echoed in Harry's mind as he made his way to the Slytherin table, a mix of shock and uncertainty coursing through him. How would he be received by his new housemates, knowing the history between his father and their Head of House?