Title:
Freedom
Word Count: 100
Characters: Snape
Author's Notes:
The second of five drabbles, sort of interrelated but can be read
independently. Originally posted to hp100 and hpgen100 on
2-12-2005.
The sunlight fell on Snape's face like a sledgehammer; he swore, and reflexively lifted his left arm to shield his face from the light. Too late he remembered; all he had left was a stump, ending just below the elbow.
His agreement with Dumbledore was fulfilled. He could retire, leave Hogwarts. No more trying to beat knowledge into those incapable of learning, no more having to deal with the ridiculous antics of insolent students. Good riddance to all of them. He wouldn't miss a single one.
He struggled to sit up, and then to stand. Free. Finally, he was free.