A whole week past. Petunia played with Lily, in the house per her mother's request. She'd asked for some new writing books, mentioning the competition as a cover story. She'd probably whip something up for it, just to keep up appearances.

Her parents seemed a little surprised by her 'sudden' interest, but didn't mind taking her to select a few new books. She'd selected three nice books, and a few cheap ones to throw writing idea's at.

She used one book to hold all her To Do list, aka everything she needed to do and look into to make sure Voldy didn't win or go after her nephew. It also had things like, talk to goblins about investing and learn pure blood customs. Things like that.

She saved the other two nicer books for now, using the cheap books for her money making plans. She'd already been going to town with two different story ideas, both inspired by Harry Potter. Her hand writing was looking more like that of her past life, but that was alright. Apparently she could rent a type writer at the Library.

Sunday came sooner than she thought, her mother having pulled both children into the kitchen to help with preparing dinner.

"Did we even say what time we were having dinner?" Lily randomly piped up, halting all work in the kitchen.

Petunia shared a concerned look with her mother.

"No, I don't think we did…" The woman hummed. "I don't suppose we know where he lives, do we?"

"Spinner's End…" The words fell out of Petunia's mouth before she could stop them. "I.. I mean I think that's where he lives."

"Hmmmm…" Angie wore a slightly concerned look, pinching her chin in thought. "Perhaps you two should go keep an eye out for him, I'm almost done here and you're Father will be home soon."

"Yes mam." The two girls echoed, Lily pulling her older sister out the door in a hurry. The child had been glued to her hip since the incident, not that the brunette minded.

They made they're way outside quickly. Though Petunia was sure they're mother wanted them to wait in the yard, she let Lily lead her away from the house and down the street.

"Don't jump the poor boy with your questions Lily Puff." She couldn't help but chuckle at the way her sister blushed.

"I'm not going to jump anyone…" She paused. "Yet."

Petunia laughed, shaking her head. Lily wasn't amused, pouting with a drawn lower lip.

"I'm sorry, that was just too much." The older child collected herself. "At least wait until we're alone with him."

"Why?" The red head asked curiously.

"I don't want to tell Mum and Dad yet." She lifted a single finger to her lips. "This is like our secret. We'll tell them eventually, but I like it being just us for now."

Lily's brow furrowed as she contemplated her sisters words.

"Do…" The shorter girl stopped walking. "Do you think they'll be afraid of me?"

Petunia stood close by her sister. She recalled how 'Petunia Dursley' cursed her sister, complaining at how they're parents were excited to have a witch in the family.

Reaching out for Lily's hand she took it, pulling the girls eyes up from the ground with the action.

"No, I think they'll be really excited. Mum loves magic tricks, remember last Easter when we saw that show? And Dad, he'll have a million questions about how it works."

"But I don't know how it works…"

Petunia smiled kindly.

"Then we'll figure it out together!"

Lily squeezed her sisters hand, thankful she wasn't alone.

"Figure what out?" Another voice cut in, startling the girls.

"Ah, Mr. Snape. We were looking for you!" Petunia didn't hesitate to greet the boy. "We were trying to figure out where we'd find you, considering we forgot to specify a time we were a little worried."

He couldn't help but tilt his head at her words, as if knowing that was not what they had been speaking about. The brunette didn't care if he knew or not.

Severus looked much the same as he had last time. He still wore ill fitted clothing that was nearly identical to his last outfit. His hair looked cleaner, but the girls didn't comment on it.

Lily broke away from her sister, bouncing up to the boy. He wasn't sure how to respond.

"I'm glad we found you! Let's go, Dad's probably home by now!"

The little girl linked arms with the boy, startling him. He didn't have time to react before she started pulling him along, much like how she'd pulled Petunia earlier.

The eldest child shook her head in mild amusement, turning on her heal back towards home.

"I wouldn't fight her," She called back. "She'd got a death grip that's impossible to escape."

"Hey!" Lily shouted with a pout. "I do not! I just don't want him to get lost."

Petunia laughed at her sisters excused, lifting her arms in surrender.

"Of course, my mistake."

Lily huffed, turning her head away from the elder girl. Instead she began rambling to the boy who hadn't the faintest idea how to respond.

Dinner when off with out a hitch, the entire Evans family adored the boy. Jasper Evans didn't mind his quiet nature, even saying that just having another man at the table made it easier. Angie threw the man a silent glare, though it was easy to see there was no heat behind it.

When Snape complemented the food, Angie all but melted. Honestly she was probably ready to draw up adoption papers at this very moment.

Lily enjoyed talking to the boy about everything under the sun, though most of his responses were guarded. Petunia couldn't blame him and it seemed her family shared the sentiment.

It was whilst discussing school that Severus Snape shocked them all, explaining that he would be joining the same school as the girls this coming fall. It didn't take but a moment for Mrs. Evans to offer the boy a ride with them every day. The boy was hesitant to take her offer.

"They're no harm in it, is there?" Mrs. Evans continued, taking a sip of her drink. "I mean, if we're all going the same way we might as well go together. You kids would have to walk home most of the time unfortunately."

"Yeah, it would be amazing if you joined us Sev! We could talk the whole way home and then hang out afterwards and get our homework done! It would be so nice to have someone learning the same things as me!"

It didn't look like the boy was going to budge. That caused Petunia to frown slightly, deciding to take a different approach.

"You know, I'd hate to have another fall." She began, earning a horrified look from her family. "The Doctor said I'll need to be careful, that I might get dizzy spells for a while. If I'm walking home with Lily and faint, she'd never manage to get me home."

Severus mulled over their words, the entire table was silent as she continued.

"It would be nice to know you were there, just in case anything happened." Petunia smiled, knowing she'd won. It had been a rather Slytherin move on her part, but it was obvious he didn't want any charity. This way he was getting a ride as compensation for making sure we girls got home safely.

"That's quite right." Mr. Evans piped up, arms folded as he nodded. "Not to mention how much safer my girls would be having a man by their side. Just having you there would prevent any funny business."

Petunia was glad her father had caught on, sending her an understanding look while the boy wasn't looking. Whilst Lily and Angie had tried handing out generosity, she and her father would go for the equal exchange rout. One way or another the boy would be coming with them.

There was a pause. The boy pursed his lips slightly as he thought.

"So what do you say Severus? Will you look after my girls?" The man shared shared a look with the boy, man to man.

"I suppose… I could manage that." Snape answered nodding to the man.

Jasper extended his hand to the lad, across the small table. The boy didn't hesitate to take it this time, shaking it firmly.

"Wonderful!" Angie clapped her hands together. "We'll talk about it once school is closer, but for now you kids should enjoy your summer."

With that decided, the children were told to run off and play in the rare sunshine. Not needing to be told twice, Lily all but drug the two others from the room. Petunia had a sneaking suspicion she did that as to avoid helping with the dishes, but who could blame her.