False Consciousness

Harry and Snape, 100 words - a sequel to Drabble 24


It was sad, really, that Snape couldn't see.

Of all the professors here, Harry thought Snape would understand the most. Understand how the Houses were just a tool to divide people from their true class interests. Understand how the fruits of his labour, the potions he created, were used by those above him without just compensation. Understand how alienated he truly was.

But despite Snape's obvious proletarian origins, he refused to open his eyes. Refused to cast off his chains.

As Harry scrubbed the cauldron Snape assigned him, he didn't blame him. Snape would arise from his slumber soon enough.