Who: Severus Snape & Constance Eckstein What: Constance sneaks back to the Room of Requirement after hours, and Snape finds her When: November 17 Where: Outside the Room of Requirement Rating: G? Status: Incomplete
It had been quite a while since Severus had patrolled the halls at night. As Headmaster, he'd had the professors handle that duty; he'd disliked it enough as a teacher. Still, night duty had always provided plenty of time to think, and he'd needed that lately. His days were filled with paperwork, quarrels, and administrative duties; he rarely had time to focus on anything else.
So he'd taken over for one of his staff tonight; he'd spend his time stalking the halls and letting his mind wander. He pushed aside his daily worries and focused on the larger problems tonight.
He hadn't gotten very far when he heard the furtive sound of footsteps trying to walk quietly. Severus had mastered the art years ago (though honestly, a spell helped in certain conditions), but he still stopped where he was, waiting. The footsteps were coming his way, and he'd bet anything it was...
Yes, a student. Severus lit his wand to identify the girl who'd just turned the corner. "Miss Eckstein," Severus said in a disapproving tone. "I'd expect better of a Slytherin."