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Chapter 5

Albus Dumbledore stood at his window, lazily stroking Fawkes who was perched on the pane. He kept going over the conversation he had just participated in with Harry and Severus, thinking about the sudden change of heart and the horrible battle ahead of them. He knew that this fight was not going to be easy on either Harry or Severus but at the same time he believed them to be strong enough to survive and maybe even make a life for themselves. The build up of affection between the two of them was obvious; it was just whether or not it would grow to love. This is what he had hoped for when he had paired them. Harry had the power but Severus had the brains and to see that coming together was almost beautiful.

"Harder!"

"Severus, I can't do it!"

"You can and you know you can."

Harry fell to the ground panting. Sweat trickled down him and his heart raced. He looked up through his fringe to see Severus scowling at him. It affected him the way it always did and he sprung to his feet to begin again.

"Push me out Harry. Stop me from seeing your thoughts," said Severus gently.

The way Severus spoke to Harry stirred him in places it shouldn't have and memories of the previous evening came floating back to his mind, images of Severus tangled around his body like ribbon, clips of Severus acting very unSnape-like, and it became a deep and perilious struggle to prevent his mentor from seeing his true feelings about him.

"Good Harry. That was good."

"Let's try again."

"Give yourself a break huh? Your mind is new to this and it's taking a lot of energy."

Harry sighed but sat down heavily on a high-backed armchair, pulling a book on curses onto his lap. Severus did the same, unaware of the pair of sparkling green eyes watching his every move.

So far in his life Harry had lived devoid of simple pleasures like treats, food and friends. Even know he had no freedom and very little choice in his future, one choice he did have was his sexual being. And Harry was taking to it like a bird to the sky. He found himself utterly fascinated by his potions professor. The way he said Harry, how he sat with his hand scrunched up in his hair and the way he rolled his tongue over his lips while he read all left Harry as a quivering lump of jelly at his feet. Granted Harry did try and be a little less obvious than that, trying instead to distract himself with getting stronger for the war.

"I think we should practise duelling now," said Severus, standing up, removing his robes and rolling up his sleeves.

Harry grunted in the affirmative and rose from the chair he was vacating. This was his favourite part of every training session. During it he concentrated, saving every little movement of Severus' body for later dissection. Severus was very graceful and this was plain to see while he duelled, his arms moved in deliberate and fast movements as his strong legs carried him in all directions to avoid the onset of vicious spells. He moved like a ballet dancer in their element as he charmed his way into Harry's thoughts and heart.

Exactly three hours later Harry lay in front of the fire, its warmth lighting up his face but his features were stiff. His training session with Severus had been cut cruelly short by a sudden summon from Voldemort and Harry was shaking. Although he had no way of telling, as his Occlumency skills had become good enough to block all of the Dark Lord's murderous thoughts, Harry was convinced something bad was going to happen. And with Ron still in critical state he wasn't sure he could handle another casualty.

Even with his frantic heart the hours wore on and Harry's eyes became droopy as all thoughts were blanked from his brain as fatigue settled over him. He tried to keep himself awake but only lasted four minutes before a large yawn put him to sleep, using a heavy book about defensive spells as a pillow.

Blood trickled down Severus' face from a deep gash on his left cheek. His hands shook and his breath was heavy and uneven. Albus stood next to him, rubbing his shoulder like a loving father as Severus cried. His thin body racked with heartfelt sobs.

He had been caught and it was a miracle he had escaped. To be honest, he didn't know how he had managed to beat death. And now he was more sought after that Harry, well just. They wanted his head on a plate as well. Now he and Harry really did make a perfect couple.

"You really have no clue how you managed to flee Severus?" asked Albus gently.

"No, all I remember was a flash of golden light, a sudden warmth and the feeling of landing in the Qudditch field."

"Gold light?"

"Yes."

"I think we should contact Harry."

"Why?"

"I think he may have the answers we need."

"What?"

"You go the Hospital Wing, I'll bring Harry with me. And you better do as I say Severus. I realise you dislike Poppy's fussing but you need to get cleaned up."

Severus sighed as he manipulated into doing exactly what he didn't want to do. Again.

Albus smiled as he found Harry exactly how he expected him. Sound, in a deep sleep. Of course he knew why, transporting Severus from that far and breaking the wards surrounding the school would require a massive amount of energy. He flicked his wand as though it was second nature and charmed Harry to float just behind him as he walked hurriedly to the Hospital Wing.

"Albus! What the fuck has happened?!"

"Severus. Language please. You are a teacher, now act as such."

"Albus be quiet and tell me what has happened to my husband."

"Ahh right, well it would appear that Harry saved our life this evening."

Saved my life?"

"Yes, he was the one who removed you from harm at the cost of his energy. He will be fine with a good's night rest and some filling food."

Severus nodded. Ashamed of his reaction but bursting with pride at Albus' words. Harry had saved him, this must mean something. Severus grinned inside, refusing to examine the emotions any further for fear he would realise they were false. Gently, he ran a bandaged hand through Harry's hair, mumbling comforting words and smiling secretly. Pretending for a while the world wasn't on their shoulders.

I know. It's short. It took ages. I'm so sorry honestly. I just get so easily side-tracked right now and my pc time has been cut short by other things. But on the good side I am going to see Wall-E tomorrow. Very excited, hope it's as good as the other Dinsey Pixars or I will be upset :(

Review please. It would be lovely to hear your thoughts and if you complain I won't blame you.

Much love,

Sarawr