"Of course. That's why you read books where even more dreadful things happen to people; so you can be glad you're not them."
"Deer antler velvet," Q picks up his notes and skims them briefly. "Strawberry seeds." He glances at Severus without really seeing him. "Potion doesn't need constant attendance."
"Um, it was quite lurid in colour and it made people ill. Although how in the name of pity and mercy you can do that with dessicated animal skins and hot water I've no idea." Q shakes his head. "Either. Both. And twice on Thursday," Q says. "Have you been there?" The fact that the grotto is closed doesn't enter into it.
"Getting back a bit of our own," Q answers absently, going over to inspect the sofa. "Have you ever done any doll magic Severus?"
I'm utterly clueless about the potion. Could I (we) have another hint? And don't let Sev take it out on Q. It's my fault, not his. :(