Chapter 2

As dawn broke the next day, Emel was found curled up in Snape's large four-poster bed. Snape himself got not rest that night as he watched his daughter sleep curled up next to him.

He knew when she left today that what was left of him would die that day. He wished they had more time together. There was so much more for her to learn and now there was no time left to teach it to her. She was still so small, so childlike despite her 17 years of age. He resented the headmaster a little bit more now placing the balm where he could.

There was a soft pop and looking at the end of his bed he found Dissy holding a bundle of traveling clothes for Emel. The house elf had watery eyes and her ears drooped in her sadness.

Snape gently woke up his daughter and tried to make it seem like any other morning for her. Dissy took the small girl in her room to bath and dress while Snape did the same and ordered breakfast for the pair.

When Emel came into the dining room she had on a pair of dark green cargo pants and a dark beige long sleeve collared blouse. On top of this, she had a black fleece hooded sweater unzipped and matching black traveling cloak which she placed on the arm her the couch. Dissy had placed her long hair into an elaborate braid that rested down her back. It was tight and neat and would probably stay in her hair for weeks if needed. It was Dissy's gift to Emel as a final goodbye. The two of them shared an emotional embrace before Emel had left her now empty bedroom for the last time.

She and Snape had a quiet breakfast together in the front sitting room. Emel had trouble eating but Snape insisted she eats more. It felt like mere moments later when there was a knock on the door. It opened to reveal the headmaster who was there to escort them to the proper room.

To both Snape and Emel's surprise, Dumbledore brought them to the room of requirement. Walking back and forth a door appeared. The Headmaster opened the door to reveal a small bare room. Inside was a magic circle chalked onto the floor shining and iridescent light with the power it held. Candles were lit and free-floating around the space giving it a holy atmosphere.

"Both the Castle and I have been fulling the magic for this spell over the past decade. It is similar to that which brought you, mother, here but in reverse. It is meant to restore rather the to take. A tricky bit of magic though, I'm quite proud of it If I may say so." Said the Headmaster with an inappropriately cheerful tone.

Snape just glowered at the man. Emel began to shake. This was really happening; it was real, and she was terrified. Her father noticed this and knelt down in front of her. Though he was not an emotionally demonstrative man he chose to make an exception. He took her into his arm and whispered ever so quietly into her ear, "Emel. You will be fine. You were never meant to be trapped in this old castle until the end of time. On the other side of that magic circle is a new adventure. You're a big girl now and I expect you to do me proud do you hear? Find a new, safe home for yourself and be happy. Do not despair. I will always love you and I will always be with you; do you understand?"

Emel just tearfully nodded into his chest sniffling. Letting go of her, Snape reached into his robes and pulled out a small leather-bound book. Emel immediately recognized it as her father's secret photo album which he cherished. He never let he look inside of it before since he was a secretive and private man. He now presented it to her. "If ever you miss me just look in here and remember fondly. Do not cry, Emel."

"Ok…" She said with a tearful voice, but she hugged the book to her chest a smiled softly at him. Snape kissed her forehead, stood back up and stepped back. He held his hand formerly behind his back and looked on stoically. He had said all there was to say.

Dumbledore stepped forward now and pulled something else out of his robes. It was a small silver chain with a man-sized ring strung on it. It was a simple thick band with no embellishments except for the innumerable tinny runes craved into every available surface. He placed it over her head and it rested below the paw prints pendent her Nana gave to her the day before.

"This my dear is a Family heirloom of the Dumbledores. It is called the 'Ring of Understanding'. Your mother spoke in a tongue no one had ever heard before so any translation spell's we knew was useless. This ring here was very helpful when you and she first came to us for asylum and I hope it will be of equally useful to you in your new adventure. This ring does not translate but it will help any wearer understand you. They may not know what your words mean but they will instinctively know what it is you are trying to convey. Rings of power such as these are a rare thing. Be careful to whom you trust it too. Now, it is time for you to be off. I am sorry you have to leave us but please understand it is for the best. Here you will be in grave danger. In your mother's land, you will find others like yourself and they will be able to answer questions we have never been able to. In time you will see what an opportunity this is. In you go now no time for delay."

Quickly, before she lost her nerve, Emel gave Snape one last tight hug around his knees before running into the room and standing in the middle of the iridescent circle. When she stood there Dumbledore began to chant quietly under his breath and the markings on the floor began to shine even brighter. Emel tightened the ties of her cloak and adjusted her backpack before hugging the album tight with fearful energy. She kept her eyes on her father the whole time while the spell rose up in power and Snape did the same. Neither would look away and both could see how much they hated to be parted.

When Dumbledore was finished, he quickly said. "Goodbye my dear, safe travels." And closed the door. She couldn't see Snape anymore and the bright lights filled the room to the point of blindness and her skin felt like it was burning. Then she began to fall, and she lost consciousness from the sensory overload and knew no more.