Sidia started shaking as a strange smile broke across his face, spreading to his eyes. He uncrossed his arms and clasped them in front of his chest, leaning forward and causing the thick waves of his hair to fall over his shoulders and frame his frighteningly happy face.

“I cannot say I’m pleased with you, because I am absolutely delighted!” Severus exclaimed.

“What?” Sidia went dizzy, trying to keep herself together. What was he talking ...