Voldemort had done made up his mind. He didn't want to go back to that life. He didn't want to be a snake anymore.

Harry's years flew by, Tom's mind was in other things. Harry. For the next 2 years of his life he grew darker. Even just watching, Harry seemed to revert back to how he was when Tom cast the curse. When Tom saw this though, he did his best to help. Telling Harry that what he was doing was amazing. Dumbledore died. Dobby died. Everyone was dying. Even Tom felt that he might break. What were his intentions with this spell? That's right. He wanted to see Harry Potter's privileged life, and to find out why Harry was just planning on trusting him. He scoffed at the thought.

Deciding to stop watching for a bit, Tom and Harry chatted. It was about nothing in particular. Just talking. Finally, Tom sighed.

"Harry. I need to ask something of you. I totally understand if you say no because I don't deserve it, but I have to ask." Harry looked at Tom confused. "What is it Tom?" Voldemort took a breath. "I've been watching these through your eyes for a while now. And having to look back on all I've done. All I've been. I was insane. Literally, I went insane. I don't know why I'm sane now, but I am. I think. I don't know why. Maybe it's because you're here or because I'm seeing me like that but-" Harry cut him off, putting a finger to Tom's lips. "You're ranting." He said. Tom sighed. "Harry, I want you to obliviate me."

The world seemed to stop. Harry couldn't think. He had a million questions. Just one fell out though. "Why?" He asked. Tom looked up. "Huh?" "Why?" Harry repeated. Tom stared for a minute before coughing. "I can't go back Harry. Even if you say no, I can't go back. I'm a coward. Watching my own descent into madness through your eyes made me realize that, but it also made me realize something else. Something a lot more personal." He trailed off, half hoping Harry wouldn't ask about it.

After a long, long, long bout of thought Harry looked Tom in the eyes. "Tom, I will ask you one question. My answer, depends on your answer." Voldemort looked up at Harry, desperate but hopeful. "Anything!"

"Tell me was exactly your personal realization was."

Voldemort winced. 'Yep, kinda saw that coming' he thought. Nervous, Tom looked up at Harry. He sighed heavily. Here goes.... everything, actually.

"As you know, I've always been watching your eyes. But this whole spell turned out a lot different. I thought I'd have to cast a silencing charm on you so I could watch. I wanted to know what controlled that fire in you. I- I wanted to see more of it. So, I started the spell. As time has gone on, I find myself... caring, about your life. I feel so comfortable around you that I slept for the first time in years. Sure I've dozed off every once in a while, but I rely on potions to keep me awake because I don't trust my followers. Yet somehow, I trust you. Yes, I can generally say that I trust you Ha- Potter. At first it was interest, then respect, then I started to trust you and now...." he looked at Harry, Harry's face said he knew what he meant. "I'm sorry." Tom continued on. "I'm so sorry. I know that what I've done is indescribably horrible. I know I don't deserve forgiveness. Honestly, if I were you I'd kill me after all I've done. But, knowing my chances are slim to none, I still have to ask... Harry Potter, will you obliviate me and give me a second chance?"

Silence. That was his answer. Harry looked at Voldemort. He watched as his whole body was visibly shaking. Could he forgive him? That man who has caused so much pain and loss. Tortured Harry and nearly drove him mad. Should he forgive him? What would his parents want? He'd probably be able to ask them if it weren't for this man. This horrible, despicable, gut wrenching snake. But, looking at Voldemort. He didn't look so much like a snake anymore. Even when he sneered, Harry didn't see a snake so much as a person. More silence. Harry looked at the memory. War. War was all around them. Death, loss, sorrow. All because of.... no, this man wouldn't do this. This man is human. He was no snake anymore. But does it really make up for everything?