To love hate ( Severus Snape and Morgana Pierce)

First day and the Libary

The rest of the day went by quickly - I gave the first years a similar speech , they were scared out of their wits - nobody made a sound, quiet as a mouse and as soon as the bell ran they shot out there as fast as lightning. Same goes for the second and third years , but they were much more curious and asking me questions , but mostly quiet and well behaved.

In my free time , I managed to write a letter to Molly about me visiting on Sunday , and thankful for Charlie being there. I asked Ron to be a dear to owl the letter for me. The day was finally over , everyone was looking forward to the Hogsmead weekend , where - those who get their letters signed of course- take off to Hogsmead for the day - enjoying it with friends and company.
I finished my work for the week , and decided to visit the library. I went back to my quarters and changed into more comfortable clothes , tying my hair up in a high pony. I could here Severus in his room , fiddling around with potions, odds and ends really . We haven't been on good terms lately , actually we've been avoiding each other lately. Ever since Wednesday night we haven't spoken to each other . I greeted him this morning in the hall for breakfast , he gave me a usual scowl. We ate in silence, neither one of us talking , not even Igor dared to talk to him, he was in a foul mood.
I passed Minerva's classroom on the way , leaning against the doorframe , waiting for her to see me at the door

"Afternoon Professor " I said politely, acting as a student

"Yes" she said looking up and smiling realizing it was me" Morgana , how was your first day , I trust it went well "

"Very well indeed, I really enjoyed it - the students were very good , discipline wise. I trust that's the work of your hands " I said crossing my arms with a bright smile on my face

"They must be put in order" she laughed " will you be joining tomorrow?" Looking at me intently

"I think I'll give it a skip , I went to Hogsmead on Sunday , I don't need anything. Plus I've got reading to catch up on " i winked at her " I'll be off , you'll find me in the library " I left her classroom in a good mood , she was really a good friend and colleague

Making my way to the library, I wanted to get a book about creatures of the forest , I was very drawn to what lurks within. The libary was busy this afternoon, considering the students were off for the weekend. Surprised by how many people there were here, it was like a sale in a very popular shop , people walking quickly- occasionally running -in every direction , all on their own missions.
I walked into a passageway that wasn't overflowing with people , i started looking at the books displayed on the shelves. The different types of Herbs . Herbs found in India . The special Uses of certain plants. Rare and powerful herbs used in potions.
This was definitely not the place I want to be "c..can I h..help you P..Professor " said a boy from behind me , I looked at him , he was a forth year I taught today , tall but very nerdy and shy " Umm yes please, whats your name "

"Neville , Neville Longbottom" he said with confidence

"Well then Neville , pleased to meet you "I said extending my hand giving him a bright smile " I'm looking for a book on creatures of the forbidden forest "

He shook my hand shyly , his face lit up when he heard what I asked him " well you're in the wrong section professor, follow me" he said eagerly, I followed him treading deeper and deeper into the library , he turned suddenly into a deserted hallway - he was gazing over the titles of the book , occasionally touching them , contemplating on which to take . I walked next to him looking at what he was searching for , I read the titles . Rare creatures . Aquatic creatures of the black lake . Strong and powerful creatures . Fairies of the forest . Fantastic beasts and where to find them .
I took the last book "Here we go" I said to Neville " I think this will help me, thanks for showing me where to find it "

"N..no problem , are you looking for anything else " he stuttered

"No I'll be fine thanks " I said smiling at him " but if I do , I'll definitely know who to come to "

He smiled nervously at me , and walked off with his head down . He was very sweet and helpful.

I took a seat next to a window , it had a beautiful view of Hogwarts grounds, the afternoon was clouding over and rain would be falling soon - winter is almost here.
I snuggled up with the book, making myself comfortable, leaning against the soft cushion of the couch , I began reading

- The unicorn is a white, equine creature with a single horn on its forehead. Foals are born pure gold in colour, of which they remain until 2 years of age, then they change into the more silver tone. At around 4 years their horns start to grow , once they reach 7 years they are fully grown , at this age their coats turn the snowy grey we often see. They are native to Northern Europe , and are mainly found in forests -

- A Centaur is a magical creature whose head , torso and arms appear to be human which is joined to a horse's body. Like horses they come in different colours. They are forest dwelling and only habitat in wizarding communities , they live in herds of ten to fifty individuals. They do not use wands for magic , but are well known for magical healing , archery , astronomy and divination -

-A werewolf is a human being who, upon the complete rising of the full moon, becomes a fearsome and deadly near-wolf . This condition is caused by infection with lycanthropy. Werewolves can be easily distinguished from regular wolves by their shorter snout , human like eyes etc. they cannot choose whether they want to transform or not , but with the help of wolfsbane potion the werewolf keeps their human mind during transformation. They live in all regions of the world, but are drawn to places where there's a vast amount of food available, they are solitary animals . No cure has been discovered yet to resolve the crisis-

I put the book down and stretched my back , putting my arms above my head. I had been so fascinated by the exquisite details that the book was telling me that I hadn't noticed it was already dark outside . The library was aery and deserted at this point , I had probably been here for hours without realizing it. As I made my way to the entrance of the library, something caught my eye. It was a flicker of light in the corner of a passageway - I wasn't alone obviously- I wasn't the only one who enjoyed reading at night . As I passed the hallway I looked in at who it was and stopped dead in my tracks. There - with a lantern that was about to go out. Piles of books around him , scribbled notes with elegant handwriting scattered around , but in the middle - was a sleeping Severus. Even in his sleep he looked exhausted , he was crouched over one of the books , purring lightly . He didn't look comfortable at all , he'd definitely be sore tomorrow by the position he's in .
But I was curious, why was he here - he was probably reading up on a potion he was going to make soon , that he needed some final details to read over. I watched him work on a potion the other day, in our shared quarters. I was reading on the couch and he was working on a potion . He was using the kitchen table as a workstation- being very passionate about the subject by the way he worked, so elegant and precise , the way he cut the ingredients in exact measurements. It was an art he perfected, and which he excelled in .

He was a difficult man , but I respected that. We got off on the wrong foot , but he shouldn't have been so negative about my presence here at Hogwarts. The assumptions he made were perfectly normal, i actually expected them in a way. But he seemed so angry about it , everything he does is out of spite and bitterness, I didn't like it. Why must one be so cruel to others - of course I don't know the man , but I think something happened to him that made him this way. I mean - I perfectly understand it , I tend to push some people away afraid of them hurting me , but with him , he blocked everyone out - as if they all did horrible things to him, as if the world he sees he a terrible place.
I think it would be best if I don't step on his toes- leave sleeping dogs to lie - if he wants to know more about me then I'll let him , but at the moment I'll leave him be.
With that I left the library, content full.

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