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6 years later
Shuichi lies on the sofa reading a book Snape recently purchased. He has changed drastically besides growing taller. Shuichi is thin but not lanky. His crimson hair is slightly past his shoulder. It frames a heart-shaped face that holds innocent yet mysterious green eyes. Shuichi has become more sociable but still keeps to himself.
It is eight in the morning and Snape is still in bed, since it is his summer break. An owl silently flies through the open window. It lands on the table, softly hooting its presence. Shuichi takes the mail while greeting the owl. Once the owl is freed of its burden, it flies away.
Shuichi looks through the mail and finds an envelope addressed to him. He opens the envelope with delicate fingers and reads the contents. It reads:
HOGWARTS SCHOOL
of WITCHCRAFT and WIZARDRY
Headmaster: Albus Dumbledore
(Order of Merlin, First Class, Grand Sorc., Chf. Warlock,
Supreme Mugwamp, International Confed. Of Wizards)
Dear Mr. Minamino
We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment.
Term begins on September 1. We await your owl by no later than July 31.
Yours Sincerely,
Minerva McGonagall,
Deputy Headmistress
Oh joy. Shuichi writes a reply and ties it to the leg of the family owl, Eclipse. Eclipse hoots and takes flight towards Hogwarts. Shuichi stares after the owl for a moment then returns to reading.
Snape wakes up and hour later and finds his way to the bathroom for his morning rituals. Shuichi, having already used the bathroom, heads to his room to change. He puts on a pair of dark blue jeans and a dark, green, long-sleeve shirt. A silver chain hangs from his neck holding a small, silver tablet with runes written on it. He walks around the house in a pair of black socks.
After changing, Shuichi goes to the kitchen and begins to heat up a pot of water and make a pot of coffee for Snape. When the water is hot, he pours it into a teacup and adds the teabag. He brings the tea to the table and returns to reading.
Snape walks through the living room to the kitchen. He pours himself a cup of coffee and drinks it black. He then sits in his chair and begins to read the Daily Prophet.
Shuichi breaks the silence, "I received my Hogwarts acceptance letter." Snape looks at Shuichi. "We'll have to go for supplies some other time though."
"Why?" asks Snape as he sets down the paper.
"Marian is coming to check on me today."
"I don't see why she bothers. You obviously do not like her." Shuichi shrugs and returns to reading. "We have to straighten the house up and you can cook dinner."
"Yes," responses Shuichi. He just finished the last page of his book and returns it to the shelf. He raises his arms above his head and stretches. "I will start on the bathroom." Snape nods.
The house looks absolutely spotless by six. Shuichi is just finishing the sauce for dinner when a 'pop' sound is heard in the living room. Marian stands in front of the fireplace in a violet robe. Snape walks from the hallway wearing a plain, black robe and says as evenly as possible, "Good evening, Marian."
"Good evening, Severus, Shuichi," she responses and turns to Shuichi. "How are you? Is everything fine?"
"All is well," answers Shuichi as he lays white plates onto the counter.
"Oh...we are having dinner? Did you make this?"
Shuichi nods, not trusting his mouth for polite words. Snape and Marian seat themselves at the counter. Shuichi spoons noodles onto each plate followed by slices of grilled chicken. He pours Alfredo sauce onto the pasta and adds parsley as a finishing touch. He asks, "Drinks?"
"Water."
"Coffee."
Shuichi gives Marian a glass of water and Snape a cup of coffee. He sets a cup of tea by his place setting and sits down. They eat in silence much to both Snape and Shuichi's liking.
After the meal, Snape and Marian retire to the living room with their drinks. Snape sits in the chair and Marian is on the sofa. Shuichi is putting dessert together: ice cream sundaes. He sets each sundae in front of the two people and sits on the floor.
"You can sit next to me, Shuichi," says Marian as she pats next to her.
"I am more comfortable on the floor, thank you," Shuichi says through clenched teeth. I wouldn't be caught dead sitting next to her. Snape knows to stay silent through the approaching interrogation.
"Why is it that you wear muggle clothing? Can Snape not afford you decent robes?" Marian looks pointedly at Snape.
"I have many robes. I prefer the muggle style."
"Hmm...that will have to change." Marian looks around the room spotting the bookshelf. "Those are hardly the types of books a child should be reading."
"I received my Hogwarts letter."
"Good. At least you will learn from those whom can teach..."
"Severus teaches at Hogwarts," Shuichi cuts her off.
"You should not be calling him that," yells Marian, "and maybe you will learn better social manners." Like I want to talk to you.
Snape immediately stands and says with authority, "You did not come here to insult us. You came here to see if Shuichi is fine and healthy, and you have done so. Your presence is no longer needed."
"Well." Marian stands followed by Shuichi. "The Ministry will hear of this," she says and disappears with a 'pop.'
"Empty threat," answers Snape to no one. Shuichi takes the dishes to he sink and begins to wash them. "We'll get your school supplies tomorrow." He sees Shuichi nod and heads to his room for sleep.