Hello Readers, As promised Chapter 4 a couple days later. (Warnings: mention of child abuse)

Arabella, June 28

Thank you for the last update! He sounds like he is being well taken care of. Just wanted to let you know that, Severus is free of all charges. You were right. Albus wouldn't let him get thrown is Azkaban.

Lily Evans Potter

Lily, July 31

I am happy that Severus was found innocent. I just wanted to send my update with my response. Today as you know is his 2nd birthday and a few days ago I saw them hauling in lots of presents, as I recall you told me that his cousin is before his birthday. So from what I see these boys are spoiled. Now, I look forward to be hearing about you and Severus. ( Wink. Wink.)

Arabella Figg

Arabella. August 1

I have no idea what you are going on about. Severus and I are just friends.

Lily Evans Potter

Lily, August 2

Just friends? Okay.

Merry Christmas dear. This holiday it looks like Harry is having a grand ol' time with his cousin. They have been sledding and making little snowmen. I will be sending my gift along with this owl. I hope you love it.

Arabella Figg

Arabella, December 25

So that's my sister's house? Goodness my nephew looks gigantic, who is that next to him. I have enclosed your gift.

Lily Evans Potter

Lily, December 26

Thank you for the kind gift. The slippers are soft and I do like the heat and cool spell sensor on it. Regarding the photo, is that not Harry?

Arabella Figg

Arabella, December 27

No that is not Harry at all. He has black hair, not light brown. Please respond ASAP. I need to know what is going on with my son.

Lily Evans Potter

Albus, December 27

I have been looking at the wrong boy for months. Apparently, I haven't see Harry as I originally though. Kindly respond.

Arabella Figg

Arabella, December 27

Have no worries. I shall take care of it. I will go check myself.

Albus

Lily, December 27

Do not worry Albus is checking in on the house. I will update if it isn't good. If it is okay I will update you in a few months time.

Arabella Figg

Arabella, February 21

Severus and I are together. Just letting you know.

Lily Evans Potter

Lily, July 31

It is Harry's 3rd birthday and it looks like he got a lot of presents this year, there was even more than last year. I have not personally seen him, though they probably go out and I don't notice. Albus has assured that he looks well.

Arabella Figg

Arabella, August 1

Thanks for the update. Wish I can get pictures of Harry.

Lily Evans Potter

Lily, December 25

Merry Christmas child! I have great news. Since I have last updated I went over to the Dursley's and offered my babysitting expertise. They agreed so here is my enclosed gift, I hope you like it.

Arabella Figg

Arabella, December 26

I am truly happy you got that opportunity to see Harry more. Also thank you for the drawing from Harry. I am enclosing your gift.

Lily Evans Potter

Lily, July 31

It's Harry's 4th birthday and I am enclosing pictures of your sweet and polite little boy. How is your life going?

Arabella Figg

Arabella, August 1

Thank you so much, my has he grown up a little bit. I miss him so much. Though I have so happy news to tell you. Severus and I are engaged! The date is set for next year at the beginning of June. Enclosed is the wedding invitation.

Lily Evans

Lily, December 25

Merry Christmas. I hope your wedding plans have gone smoothly. I plan on attending the special day. Enclosed is pictures of Harry.

Arabella Figg

Arabella, December 26

Merry Christmas to you too. The plans are going well! Thank you for the pictures. See you in June.

Lily Evans

Lily, July 31

Your wedding was lovely. It's Harry's 5th birthday and I am enclosing pictures. He is a polite, shy, a bit scared of his own shadow type of boy. Though at his age I expect him to not be depressed. Just letting you know.

Arabella Figg

Albus, July 31

I want to see my son right NOW! Arabella has pointed out some things that disturb me.

Lily Evans Snape

Lily, July 31

I have told you the wards keep him safe. It simply isn't plausible to have you enter and ruin the wards. Harry is fine as I have told Arabella. I have seen him for myself.

Albus

Arabella, July 31

I have talked to Albus and I am still worried. Keep me updated.

Lily Evans

Lily, August 20

Yes child, I will keep you updated. So far in the past few weeks he hasn't shown any improvement in his depression. I barely see him outside if at all unless he is gardening which he claims the Dursley's make him do. With many more chores.

Arabella Figg

Lily, November 4

It is a week into November now and Harry has receded more into himself. I am myself getting worried about his well being. I will be writing to Albus per your permission.

Arabella Figg

Arabella, Novemeber 4

Do not write to Albus. He isn't listening. Just continue to keep watch over him and let me know if anything gets worse.

Lily Evans Snape

Lily, December 18

I would say Merry Christmas but it is a week too early. I have a update that you may need to sit down for. I have written Albus.

Yesterday I had Harry per usual and I noticed a unusual bruise on the top of his neck. I asked him to come over and I pulled down the collar of his sweater and noticed finger shaped bruising. I asked him where did you get this from and to be completely truthful with me. He said from his uncle but he asked me not to worry because he is a freak. I unfortunately had to take him back to that dreadful place. I am hoping it is enough evidence for Albus.

Arabella Figg

Albus, December 18

YOU SAID HE WAS OKAY! YOU LIED!

Lily

Lily, December 18

I myself went to the Dursley's again and apparently him and his cousin got in a fight. It wasn't Vernon. The Dursley's said he was a good kid minus the lying.

Albus

Arabella, December 18

Albus is being daft. Please get more evidence, this pains me.

Lily Evans Snape

Lily, January 19

The Dursley's have terminated me as a babysitter. I think they suspect I called someone on them. I haven't seen Harry in a month now, not even gardening.

Arabella Figg

Lily, June 29

It's June now and I haven't see a lick of Harry. Not even outside gardening. I think it's time you and Severus pay a visit.

Arabella

Arabella, June 29

Thank you. I think I will pay a visit with my dear sister Petunia, I will floo tomorrow to your residence at 11:00 am.

Lily Evans Snape

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