This week has been a treat for me, it's not often I get to read this pairing and even rarer to read a more mature, post-war version of them. This has given me the warm fuzzies.
And while, I don't doubt a Severus who lived through the war, grew up a little, and let the past go wouldn't still be a word-class curmudgeon and a grump, I do think he would very generous (without appearing to be, need to save face)with a living target of his affection.
Thank you again. I love these guys and it's been a real boost to be able to read something with them every day.