Moment 13: Thoughts

Severus Snape was slumped against the cold stone wall, trying to think what his life had come to. He had created the potion that would destroy Voldemort at the cost of one life. His own.

Now, he was feeling like it was worth living, even if Voldemort remained in power.

Why? Why now?

He knew the answer, even though he didn't want to. It was her, with her hugs and kindness and sincere admiration.

Curling up into a fetal position on the floor, Snape did what he did best. He cried.