Perhaps Severus's own self - image is one of solitude and self - loathing. He has spent so much of his life in the shadows, used to being alone and unloved. The idea of having a mate, especially someone like Harry who represents so much hope and light, is so foreign to him that he rejects Harry out of fear of the unknown and a sense of not belonging in a relationship.
Harry might be deeply hurt. He may initially be in denial, not believing that Severus is rejecting him. After all, he may have felt a strong connection. So, he could try to reach out to Severus multiple times, hoping to change his mind.
One possible reason could be that he discovers some long - hidden family secrets that make him question his parents' actions or decisions. Maybe he finds out about some dark deeds in their past that he can't overlook.
Well, it could be that Harry has a different view on how to handle the war against Voldemort. Dumbledore is often very strategic and sometimes keeps things from Harry for what he believes is the greater good. But Harry might think that full transparency is necessary. Also, Harry may have formed new alliances or friendships that give him different perspectives, and these new ideas conflict with Dumbledore's. He might feel that Dumbledore's approach is too old - fashioned or risky in a new context.
A possible plot could be that Voldemort has a change of heart (maybe due to some ancient magic or prophecy) and realizes he needs Harry and Severus. Harry, on the other hand, sees an opportunity to end the cycle of violence. Severus, with his knowledge of both dark and light magic, helps them understand each other. They could then embark on a journey to unite the wizarding world, facing challenges like the resistance from the Death Eaters who don't want Voldemort to change, and the mistrust from the Order of the Phoenix who are skeptical of Harry's new alliance. Along the way, they also discover new magical abilities within themselves and each other, which helps them in their quest.
The plot might start with Harry having strange dreams or feelings that lead him to realize his connection to Lucius and Severus. As they come together, they find that they have to hide their relationship from the Death Eaters (in Lucius' case) and Dumbledore's side (initially, as it's so unexpected). They could also be on a quest to find out the origin of this bond, which might be related to some ancient magic. During this journey, they learn about each other's pasts, like Severus' love for Harry's mother and Lucius' family history, and how it all ties into their present relationship.
There might be. Fanfiction is a vast world where all kinds of creative ideas are explored. The idea of Harry being the mate of Lucius and Severus is quite out - of - the - box. Some writers might be interested in exploring the power dynamics, the different personalities, and how such a relationship could develop in the context of the Harry Potter universe. However, not all fanfictions are easy to find, and it might take some digging on the relevant platforms.
One possible reason could be that Harry is too focused on his fight against Voldemort and doesn't want to put Ginny in danger. He might think that being with her would make her a target for his enemies.
A major theme is the power of love and how it can change people. Harry, being the main character, has his own set of values and beliefs. When he becomes Severus' mate, they both have to adjust. Their relationship also often explores the theme of breaking boundaries, as their pairing is quite unexpected in the context of the original Harry Potter story. There's also the theme of forgiveness, as Severus has wronged Harry in the past in the original story, and in these fanfictions, they have to work through that.
The theme of growth is significant too. Harry and Severus both grow as individuals through their relationship. Harry matures and becomes more understanding of Severus' past actions, and Severus learns to open up and be more vulnerable. And of course, the overarching theme of the mate bond itself, which is often portrayed as a powerful and almost magical connection that binds them together in ways that are both beautiful and challenging.
Yes, there are some. You can try searching on fanfiction - specific websites like FanFiction.net or Archive of Our Own. Just type in relevant keywords in the search bar, and you might find some interesting stories that explore this rather unique relationship concept between Harry, Voldemort and Severus.