Dumbledore's Retreat
The war is over. Everyone is rejoicing now that everything will be alright. According to Albus, now that the wizarding world is free from evil and that he was sure; his grand vacation was long overdue. No one can really deny that from him after all, appreciation and praises given to the great Harry Potter should be accounted to him as well. He was as much as responsible for everything that is good in this world. Of course, everyone opposed to that grand vacation. No one wanted him to leave his home. His Hogwarts. Albus Dumbledore means everything to his staff and his students. He will always be the Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
You may be wondering why all of these, right? Well this is where it all started. I just mentioned to all of you the Headmaster's much awaited retreat. He did go much to the disappointment of everyone, including me. Many believe that I don't like Albus, and I never corrected that idea. To the minds of all, Severus Snape is the big bad wolf ready to pounce in the opportunity to take over. Contrary to this, one may observe that I am currently brooding and actually sulking about this news. What is going to happen to this school? Who's going to discipline the students? How should I…?
"Severus, the Headmaster wants to see us" and that made my solitary world go away. No one likes it especially me. What the hell was she thinking coming unannounced. Then I remembered that I was in the faculty lounge. So I got up and followed the deputy headmistress. She hasn't change much. Her severe looks and impeccable form never wavered. To many who do not know she is much younger than she seems to be. If I'm not wrong she was in seventh year when I was in my third year. She was the Head Girl at that time. She was much relaxed at that time strict but not as severe as now. She really needs to loosen up. I guess I need to take my own advice. After all there is no need for it now that I don't have to face Voldemort. Hell, I might even let my house a couple of points. I might even give the Golden trio ten points each for their bravery not that they needed it since almost every teacher gave them points.
"Las Vegas…" Mc Gonagall said to the gargoyle. Las Vegas? Then we finally arrived to see the headmaster sporting muggle clothing. They were too shiny and too young for him.
"Ahh, Severus.. Minerva… what do you say about my clothes? Do I look like a muggle?" Then I heard a soft and young giggle coming from my right. "Oh, Albus…aren't you to old for that? I know you're going to Las Vegas and have fun with the cards and dice but…" Laugh. So that's it. Albus is going to gamble? Maybe he did got off his knockers. Indeed it was a sight to behold. The Daily Prophet will have a field day. Well, I can't help but snicker. Did I just say snicker?
"I hope Albus that you didn't call us just to show off your…err… outfit. You do know that you look terrible? " And that twinkle just intensified as to may dismay, he just smiled. "Indeed, Severus. I did call you for something else and I do need your opinion on these. So you two don't like it?" Then he changed to a formal tux and the long beard was gone. He looked quite young.
"I called you two to discuss about my absence and of course your duties." His eyes were twinkling and somewhat different.
"Minerva you will share your post with Severus. Of course someone needs to acting as the Headmaster since you all insisted; I will remain as Headmaster and I want to be informed of everything. Since I will be away, Minerva, you are entitled to the access to everything, There is nothing much to do so that's it. I hope you two will like my gift when the time comes."
"I hope that you will enjoy your retreat and that you will return with our souvenirs." She seemed to think the same thing as I. Maybe he really needs that vacation? Gifts?
