The Christmas spirit has always been Hermione's favourite festivities. Joining Hogwarts as a potion's apprentice, she takes on a challenge to make Severus Snape love Christmas within 25 days. From cheerful walks around Hogsmeade to shopping for a present to decorate his dungeon, Hermione's main focus has become Severus. Yet what happens when a bad news turns Hermione's life upside down, causing the dark wizard the scare of his life? Will the heat from the warming fireplace ignite his dark heart? SS/HG pairing. Disclaimer: I do not own any of the picture I upload on this book or the picture on the cover page. -mature content, smut, etc.