When Severus first went inside their house, Hermione was nowhere to be found. The house was remarkably clean, though, so he knew his wife had been home all day.
"Hermione!" Severus called, hoping to get the upcoming confrontation over with.
Her voice carried from the kitchen, "Severus, I'm in the kitchen!" Her voice didn't sound at all forgiving or pleasant. Obviously, she was still angry. He swore under this breath.
It was obvious she had no intention of coming to him; he had to go to her. He rolled his eyes. He knew he had to, but he didn't have to like it.
