'Happy now?' Severus spat towards Remus. 'Don't give me that look.'

'What? Just because he turns up looking like shit we now have to pretend to like him again? Bullshit man.'

'That's it mister, you need to calm yourself down. Now.' Lily said sternly, glaring at James. James grumbled and looked away.

Severus' POV

There he is. My mate. The one my heart and body yearn for. The one you can't have. The one you betrayed! I hung my head, furious at myself for even believing I was worthy to be in his presence again. My hair, lank and greasy as it was now, fell into my eyes and I scowled.

'I have not come here to be insulted. I do not expect for any of you to pretend to like me. You have all made your feelings about me quite clear. I don't know why I even bothered to come here in the first place.' I muttered stonily. I spun on my heel and began to storm out.

'Severus, come here!' Albus stated, loudly. He didn't shout. No Albus Dumbledore does not shout. But his feelings were clear. He was in charge and I knew that. I stopped abruptly and turned to face him.

'I do not expect to be liked Headmaster, but I do expect to be shown at least a small amount of respect. I do not have to be here.'

'You don't deserve any respect you slimy snake. Now run off back to your master.' Sirius growled.

'That is enough. Now Sirius, I know you don't like the situation, but you need to act like an adult in these situations. Severus is here on my orders and will remain so until I dismiss him. Is that understood?' Dumbledore's eyed had lost their twinkle and were stony.

Sirius grumbled but nodded.

'Excellent, now, anyone for some tea? And cake?' Albus smiled cheerily. The air remained frosty at best.