Word Count: exactly 100
Challenge: 14 Crookshanks
Title: Snape Recalls Events
Snape smirked at Hermione's horrified expression. "It makes my heart glad you understand my meaning," he said silkily. "So you now know why I ascended the stairs," he added lazily petting Crookshanks.
Hermione interjected, "but, Dobby said…" Snape raised a finger to his lips in a motion to silence her.
"After meeting the Headmaster, I heard noises and investigated. I expected a typical student ruckus," he said evenly.
Snape's eyes glittered strangely. "I was surprised to see an intruder, and I don't like surprises," he said wryly, his voice low and controlled.
"Sir, were the events connected?" she asked carefully.