Severus knew Lucius was confidant he had it in the bag. And Severus could not deny he probably did. Lucius was good looking, rich and charming. Severus was one of the above. Well that was if he ever touched his family money. And that was the one thing likely not to impress Harry. He did not seem to be one to be interested in such. But he didn't have too. He had come into his title as Lord Potter and the full Potter inheritance on his birthday which might only be comparable to the Prince money but Harry had also inherited the massive Black estate which alone rivalled Lucius. Draco had definitely lost the top spot for rich kids in school especially since Harry was no longer a trust fund child. He had decided as he had become Lord Potter-Black that when he was adopted he had taken on Lupin as a last name. Many were surprised when that hit the papers. Remus was a werewolf and from a minor pure blood family, it was unthinkable to many for one to take his last name instead. But again Severus saw it as a reason he knew money would not impress Harry or power.
They had something in common. Many wondered why he had not reverted to Prince when he inherited his title. Snape had after all been the name of his abusive muggle father. But Prince was also the last name of a family that disowned both his mother and beloved Aunt. He took the title and money when his Uncle died but few knew other than Lucius. He was a professor and in the summer did potions for the hospital. He could more then support himself. And Spinner's End would always be home for him. He thought that if he was looking for a long term romance it might work to his advantage. But he was not. He was trying to charm Harry into bed with him and they had a long history of being at each other's throats even though they had managed a slight truce since the war.
He watched Harry in his last class of the day. He and Draco had been partnered for the past two years. He had to admit Harry had definitely grown into his looks. He definitely gave the two late marauders a run for their money in looks from both sexes. Especially now he had shoulder length hair instead of the messy mop.
Draco must have noticed how he was staring at Harry for he smirked. "Professor Snape is there something wrong with our potion?"
Severus shook his had as he came their way and made a show to examine their potion. "Not at all Draco. It seems perfectly brood. Perfect score for both of you."
Harry had really com into his own in potions thanks to working with Draco. He had known Harry had only taken it because he had once planned to be an auror. He knew Harry's plans had changed. With the war over he was not looking at being an auror and was considering a position with Gringotts like Bill did.
He watched as the students were packing up and he stopped Harry. "Would you mind staying behind for a few moments Mr Lupin?"
Harry shared a look with Draco and shrugged. "Of course Professor. I do not have another class this afternoon."
Draco was shooting him an odd look as he headed from the classroom. He had obviously seen how his Uncle was eying Harry during class. Harry seemed oblivious. Or at least he was not showing any sign of having noticed at all. Harry packed up his things but he remained put in the classroom. He definitely was not sure what he was going to say to Harry and was happy that the other students were taking their sweet time to leave the classroom.
Harry looked at the man. He had not been so oblivious to the looks. Draco had actually joked he thought his godfather was eying Harry up at the bar the other night. Harry had denied it. Severus Snape was not going to be looking at James' Potter's son. But Pansy had agreed with her boyfriend. And it seemed they might be right. He watched Severus and knew he was trying to com up with an excuse for keeping Harry. Harry smiled inwardly. This could be a bit of fun h thought. He had definitely let his hair down since the war had ended. It was likely the influence of the snakes Hermione always told him. Ron was still a bit grumpy about his new friends.
Severus finally found his voice. "I have noticed you have been doing quite well and I could use an extra hand for a potion this weekend. I thought you'd like....."
Harry smiled. "The wolf's bane potion? I have not forgotten the full moon is in a few days time. I appreciate you making them for my Dad and will help."
Severus was trying to hide a smile. He was not sure what he could do but a few days of private lab time could definitely come in handy. Harry took his leave promising to come Saturday morning. He was not at all surprised to find Draco still waiting for him. They waited till they were well out of range, heading for the heads' apartments for Harry was head boy and he and Hermione had apartments as heads. He told Draco what happened.
Draco nudged him in the ribs. "I told you my Uncle was looking at you in the bar the other night. So are you really going to go to the potions lab with him?"
Harry smiled and nodded. "You're always telling me I need to have some more fun and I have a feeling this could be some fun.
Nudged in the ribs by Draco he was glad his friend did not have a problem with it. Draco assured him he did not. He thought it would be hilarious if Harry and his Uncle hooked up. He knew Harry was still a little virgin, though h had spent plenty of time in the alcoves since he had come out. He thought Harry could definitely use some loosening up and his Uncle needed some as well. But it seemed the surprises kept coming for as Harry joined the snakes as he did sometimes for dinner, Ginny there as well for she was dating Blaise, he was surprised when an owl arrived for him for the post came in the morning, especially when it dropped a rose in his plate.
Draco laughed for he knew it definitely had not com from Severus. "It seems you have a secret admirer. Or there is someone you haven't told me about."
