[1]No, he thought, it’s not that… Not that, as she was Helena. Her voice was shivering; she was hesitated and worried……She was in excruciation.
[2]After all, either “bony” or “skinny” was picking the wrong word, visually or physically.
[3]As a typical Slytherin, or maybe not that typical, within his self-control and discreetness, he did have gradually learnt how to treat himself - including … sex. Well, surly with certain help from outside.
[4]He waited with patience. He was waiting for her to give out something. Helena Lilamore was never that stupid species of women who will drag him out only for her sentiments.
[5]obviously she felt cold. At last he convinced himself, and tried to move closer without disturbing her, to keep his manner, as Lucius might make it. And he must admit that he did not want to miss the chance to peer into Helena’s mind.
[6]And this is exactly what I am afraid of.
a whisper to him, or more to herself.
[7]Let alone you don’t want to somehow ruin the perfect partnership and regular life you have now.
[8]And moreover, she just made it clear that she would never tell him by straight words so he, with respect, cannot even continue to ferret.
[9]He gave whole credits to his partner on this - Helena Lilamore
no more kidding
[10]Severus, please, don’t die... please live along...
especially her somehow desperate gaze. Where was her reason, her calmness, her sober mind, all those qualities she attained, and the most important, her pride? He could not find any, and that frightened him.
Promise……Promise it……to me. No, to yourself. Whatever happens, live on, live along, don’t give up, don’t die... Till the end, beyond the end... Don’t... kill yourself...”
[11]”Sev-rus... Please, let me keep my faith in your promise.”
Snape nodded, firmly, “I will. And you will see.”
[12]This woman was as calm as a cucumber
[13]“I didn’t think you would come to tea.” From indoors spread the mixed aroma of tea, cream and sizzling butter, bringing some warm sweetness.
[14]Thank you, Severus. It should be… a great help.
Helena, take it.
I will.
[15]I will, I will, Severus. Thank you... so much.
See you then.