A common theme is the transformation of their relationship from enmity to love. They start off as adversaries or at least having a very strained relationship. But through various plot devices in the fanfiction, such as shared goals or a deeper understanding of each other's motives, they begin to fall for each other. This transformation is often explored in great detail, showing how their feelings change over time.
One common theme is redemption. Severus has a complex past, and in these fanfictions, his relationship with Harry can be seen as a form of redemption for his previous actions. Another theme is the power of love to overcome differences. Harry and Severus are very different in terms of their personalities and experiences, but love can bridge that gap.
The theme of self - discovery is also quite prevalent. As they fall for each other, both Harry and Severus learn more about themselves. For example, Harry might discover new aspects of his own emotions and Severus might come to terms with parts of himself he had long buried. Also, there's often the theme of secrecy. Since their relationship is so unexpected, they usually have to keep it a secret at first, which adds an element of mystery and tension.
Chapter 360, "Mission Accomplished", is the clearest early answer because it turns Chaotic Vanguard's situation into a concrete plot event. The setup is The Void Shield over Fino City has dissipated!" Hearing this, Major..., but the pressure keeps building through We have our people inside!" "Yes, General." The order to cease fire.... Once the chapter lands on Commander Gu was a capable man;
Chapter 317, ", Not Only Interested, But Also Very Much So", is the clearest early answer because it turns Star Sector's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on After concluding their discussion with the leader Pei Desi, several... and ending on Objectively speaking, Pei Desi was a very competent Star Sector head..
Chapter 256, ", you've guessed it, right?", is the clearest early answer because it turns Spiritual Energy's situation into a concrete plot event. Early on, The Phoenix Battle Group and the Allied Air Force's battle reports.... By the end, And in the event of a critical point in the battle, he could reveal....
Chapter 368, ", Not Enough Troops", is the clearest early answer because it turns Dragonhawk Legion's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with After meeting with Lois, Gu Hang still managed to get what he wanted. and follows through with Even with the forty million troops of the Star Realm Army and....
Chapter 350, ", Tens of Millions of Troops", is the clearest early answer because it turns Lambert's situation into a concrete plot event. The setup is Following the governor's request, the number of defending forces in..., but the pressure keeps building through The total force is to reach a scale of twenty million..
Chapter 245, ", you really do make a good point!", is the clearest early answer because it turns Alliance's situation into a concrete plot event. The setup is You've got to be kidding, the 37th and 38th Armored Divisions are..., but the pressure keeps building through Who do you think is the main force now?.
Chapter 251, ", Shooting Across the Night Sky", is the clearest early answer because it turns Gu Ming's situation into a concrete plot event. Early on, After ending the interstellar communication with Gu Hang, Mister Pei.... By the end, Our rise is supported by them, and in turn, they develop better with....
Chapter 325, ", He's Not Dead", is the clearest early answer because the violence around Perbov becomes final instead of hypothetical. The chapter gives readers a real answer by opening on However, knowing that the Stefano had suffered greatly under such... and ending on But when Perbov arrived, Gu Hang still took the time to meet with his....
Chapter 273, ", Sun Lord (6k additional)", is the clearest early answer because it turns Gu Hang's situation into a concrete plot event. It opens with Now, Gu Hang has exposed a scandal about Blackbird Heavy Industries... and closes on This was a legal rationale that could stand up..
Chapter 271, ", The Intelligence Ban", is the clearest early answer because it turns Blackbird Heavy Industries's situation into a concrete plot event. It opens with The Demon Hunters had developed a keen interest in Blackbird City. and closes on Here, it was as if he were in an immensely large concentration camp!. The key payoff is that the chapter closes with Even the Fatches Family themselves were not safe.