Snapshots: Coming Home

[toujours_nigel]

“Aunt Dorea, can I stay here for a while?” One hand gripping a chair, leaving bloody marks.

 

“Of course you can. What a silly question, child.” Warm, maternal arms drawing him close, soothing half-formed fears.

 

“They’re both furious. So it might be a long while.”

 

“I’ve dealt with your parents before. I’ve dealt with their parents. It’ll be fine.”

 

“SIRIUS!” Feet thunder down the stairs, and he disappears from sight, held tight in lanky arms. “Come upstairs.”

 

“Do retrieve the Murtlap Essence from my room,” she calls at their retreating backs, smiling serenely. Seems her plan will work, after all.