Love Can Be Deadly

Tired

I stand there, in front of Severus Snape's chambers with my baggy clothes, ready to cry but I hold it in. Just by looking at him, I feel safe. With his touch, I feel warm. With his cold glare that he's giving me now, feels like I'm about to do a number 2. I clear my throat to respond.

"I-I'm sorry? Explain w-what sir?" I panicked, as all I could think about was my encounter with Professor Giller.

"Explain why you didn't show up to my class Ms. (L/n)." His voice was calm, yet, it was enough to scare children away.

I relaxed but I really want to tell him what happened. I want to cry and let it out. I need to let it out. At least be in his arms to protect me from this world, even if it's just for a few seconds.

But I can't.

"I'm sorry Professor, I didn't feel good today. I'm fine now." I say trying to sound cheerful.

"Hm. Have you gone to Madam Pomfrey? Perhaps I should take you."

"No!" I shout in front of Severus. I immediately put my hands behind my back and look down to the floor, feeling ashamed at myself for shouting at a Professor.

"I mean...no, I'm fine sir. Really, there's no need to visit Madam Pomfrey." I forced my head up to look in his eyes. I gave a forced smile. If I visit Madam Pomfrey, she'll tell him what's going on. Even worse, I'll have to ask for a...test.

"Hm. Very well, but I must warn you," he lowered his head slightly, inches away from my face. I could feel his breath on my forehead and I suddenly feel...small.

"If you don't show up next class, you will receive a month worth of detention. Understood?" His deep voice made my spine shiver.

'Don't I already come to your office after classes?'

"Don't test my patience Ms. (L/n)."

I nod in agreement but he looked unsatisfied with my answer.

"Words Ms. (L/n)."

"Yes sir. I understand. Can I come in now?"

"You may." He stepped aside to let me in. I finally reach the middle of the room and with a flick of his wand he closes the door and locks it. I immediately freeze and start sweating as I hear the same sound right before...it happened. I didn't know what to do. All I could do was stare at the door while my mind and heart was racing.

"Ms. (L/n)" a voice from a far distance could be heard. I turn towards Severus, who was standing in the kitchen. I blink a few times, only to realize...

It's not Severus.

My eyes widen in fear. Standing in front of me is Professor Giller.

"Miss me darling?" he said, taking a few steps towards me. I could see that his eyes are filled with hunger.

"Please. Go away." My voice was nothing more than a whisper. My eyes get watery and I suddenly feel a hand grab my arm.

I yank my arm away. I take 2 steps back, stumbling over the coffee table. I land roughly on the floor but I ignore the pain. I try to get up and head towards the door but realize I landed on my wrist.

I look back up to see an evil smirk plastered on Professor Giller's face. He comes closer and closer. I crawl backwards, ignoring the pain in my wrist, until my back hits against the wall. I curl up into a ball, holding my knees against my chest.

"STOP! Go away! Leave me alone!" I scream until I have no voice left.

"Let's finish what we started, shall we?" I could see him stretch out his arm to grab mine. I squeeze my eyes shut.