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Previously:

Mr. Evans took Sev's hand and got down on one knee so he was eye level with the two children. He looked straight into the young boy's onyx colored eyes and slowly placed a hand on his shoulder. The poor boy flinched and let out a slight whimper. He knew instantly that something was terribly wrong. He waited for the boy to reopen his eyes and then slowly asked again, "What happened?"

Chapter 3: The Doctors Office

'How do I answer him? I'm petrified. God, I should have thought this through a little more! The way he's looking at me, it feels like he's looking into my soul. What do I do? What do I say? How should I act?' All these thoughts ran through Severus' head as Mr. Evans looked down at him.

"Sev fell off the swings at the park and we think he broke his wrist," Lily answered for him. Sev lowered his gaze to his shoes, but Mr. Evans continued to stare at him.

"Perhaps we should get you to my office and have me look at it," Mr. Evans replied, a little nervous himself. Lily had told her parents that she was worried about Severus' home life, but they never really took it seriously. Now looking down at this poor boy, Robert knew that Lily was right. He was scared at what he would find.

Mr. Evans worked down the road, at the local doctors office. He knew it would only take a minute to get there, but looking at the state of the boy, opted to drive.

"I'll drive us there now. Come on," His hand never left Sev's shoulder as he guided the two children to the car. He noticed Severus was walking with a limp, so he decided to pick the small child up.

Sev flinched and stiffened as Mr. Evans picked him up. He let out a slight whimper as he was in a lot of pain. When he looked up at Mr. Evans, he had fear in his eyes.

"Don't worry. I won't hurt you. I simply mean to help you into the car," Mr. Evans stated soothingly. Sev relaxed a little in the strong mans grip. Robert immediately noticed the poor boy was trembling. He was also way too light for a normal nine year old. He didn't seem to way more than 35 pounds!

Lily opened the back seat for them and Mr. Evans placed Severus down as lightly as possible. He helped buckle the boy up and then turned to Lily.

"I want you to stay here Lily," He told her, leaving no room for arguments. "Tell your mother where I went OK." Lily nodded and went over to Sev.

She squeezed his good hand and said, "You'll be fine Sev. Dad'll take good care of you." When Sev smiled and nodded she ran back towards the house. She waved before entering the door.

Mr. Evans shut Sev's door and got in the car himself.

Before long they arrived at the doctor's office. Mr. Evans jumped out of the car and went over to Sev's door. He opened it and helped the boy unbuckle his seat belt. The boy still seemed to be in a lot of pain and was desperately trying not to cry. A few tears escaped, but the boy did not make a sound.

"Sev? Can I please carry you in? I think it would be easier." Mr. Evans asked quietly. He didn't want to frighten the boy by just grabbing him.

Severus' lip was trembling as he slowly nodded. Mr. Evans cautiously picked the scrawny boy up and cradled him to his chest. Sev buried his head into Robert's shoulder and began to sob silently.

"Shhh, It's alright," Mr. Evans cooed. "Everything is going to be alright. I promise." He leaned his head up against the boy's. He knew from that point on that he would do everything he possibly could to help the poor boy. Although he had just met Severus, the boy clinging to him already had a special place in his heart.

Severus was feeling the same way as Mr. Evans carried him into the doctors office. No adult had ever cared about him like this before. He trusted Mr. Evans and knew the man would never hurt him on purpose.

Mr. Evans had a quick talk with the receptionists and brought Sev into an empty room. Severus was still crying quietly as Mr. Evans placed him on the examination table.

"Sev, can you remember the last time you went to the doctors?" Mr. Evans asked quietly.

"No sir," Sev choked out as he wiped tears from his face with his good arm. He was cradling his arm tightly to his chest and was staring at the ground.

Mr. Evans lightly took hold of Sev's chin so the were looking into each others eyes.

Robert gave Sev a small smile before saying, "I think we should give you a full check-up then." Sev nodded his head. Mr. Evans got up and grabbed a hospital gown. "To do that, Sev, I need you to remove your clothes and put this on." he stated, showing Severus the gown. "I'll help you with it so you don't hurt your wrist."

Sev looked at Mr. Evans with fear in his eyes. He saw no other way and slowly nodded his head.

Mr. Evans slowly lifted off Severus' shirt. 'Oh my lord! This poor child!' was the first thing that came to his mind when he looked down at Severus. He was covered in bruises. Some were very new where others were old. On his back, Severus had large, red slashes that could only come from a belt. There were old scars as well proving that this had happened previously and often.

Mr. Evans had tears in his eyes as he got on his knees in front of Severus. The boy looked up at him. The pain and fear was evident on his face. He was still crying silently and Mr. Evans could only think of one thing to do.

He opened his arms hoping Sev would understand. The boy lunged at him and began to sob again. Mr. Evans sat down on the floor with Sev on his boy clung to him for dear life as if he would never let go. Mr. Evans gently rocked him back and forth. A few tears escaped Robert's eyes as he thought of the life the boy must have lived.

They sat like that for a long time. When Sev no longer had tears left to cry, Mr. Evans shifted Severus so he could look him in the eye.

" Let's continue with the check-up, then we can talk," He promised.

Sev nodded and Mr. Evans slowly took off the boys trousers. The boys legs were covered in bruises and cuts as well. His knee was a dark shade of purple and was very swollen. Mr. Evans tied the gown on Severus and hoisted him up onto the examination table.

Robert got to work as quickly as he could and took pictures along the way. When Sev gave him a questioning look he simply stated, "Evidence."

The boy remained quiet throughout the whole ordeal. After a quick trip to the scale they learned Severus weighed about 45Lbs and was 4 feet tall. He had a slight fever as well.

By the end of the check-up, Severus had a cast on his broken wrist and a brace on his knee. All the wounds on his back had been disinfected and he was wrapped in gauze. Severus was extremely tired and just wanted to go to bed.

He was back in his old clothes and sitting on the table when Mr. Evans finally said, "Sev, we need to talk about this." Sev looked up and nodded, waiting for Mr. Evans to continue.

Mr. Evans placed his hand on Sev's shoulder and asked, "Who hurt you, son?"

Sev shifted his gaze to the floor as he whispered, "My father."

"Why?"

"He and mother hate me." A tear streamed down Sev's face as he said this. "They wish I was never born." At that statement Sev put his head in his hands and started balling.

Mr. Evans scooped Severus into his arms. He was furious that someone could do this to their own son. He placed head on top of Severus' and whispered, "I've always wanted a son."

Sev looked up at Mr. Evans with wonder in his eyes. 'Does he mean what I think he means?' Sev asked himself.

"Of course I would have to run it through the girls first, but I know they'll say yes." He looked down at Sev and smiled. "What do you say, Sev. Do you want to stay with us?"

It was the moment Sev had waited for his entire life. Mr. Evans was his knight in shining armour. He was so happy all he could do was smile and ask, "Please?"

"Of course, son. We'll get you away from those wretched people," Mr. Evans replied. At this Sev began to cry again. "What's wrong Sev?" Mr. Evans asked. He looked down at the boy borrowed in his shirt and frowned. 'What did I say.'

"Nothing! So happy." He sobbed into Mr. Evans shoulder.

"Mr. Evans smiled and shouted,"Well then, let's bring you home now!" Sev stopped crying as they walked out the door.

He snuggled into Mr. Evans embrace as they walked to the car. There was no word to describe how happy he felt. Sev knew there was a chance he couldn't stay with the Evans, but he was overjoyed that someone could really want him as their son.

Mr. Evans gently placed Severus into the car and helped him buckle up. He then jumped in the car himself and looked at the clock. It was one o'clock already. He pulled out of the parking lot and rode home.

Only a few minutes later, pulled into the drive. He looked into his rear-view mirror and noticed that Sev was fast-asleep.

Realizing the boy must be exhausted, he decided he would let him sleep. Mr. Evans got out of the car and quietly opened Sev's door. He carefully unbuckled and picked up the sleeping child. He smiled as Severus leaned into his touch.

With Severus in his arms he slowly walked towards the house. He wondered how the family would react to a new member.

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