Reflecting that some people simply should not be forced to live in chintzy tourist towns, Severus keeps up without fuss, eyes mostly on the sky with the occasional detour for night-blooming and otherwise useful flora.
"Oh, those are inevitable," he shrugs, crooking a smile at Rus's enthusiasm. "Personal squabbles happen, of course. But while they were at the top, they understood the value of preserving one's reputation."
How did he even know what the charm was? Was all complicated and stuff and there's no hub for the Protean aspect! O.o Would gladly have if had been offered. The beef was gooood. Was almost literally asleep on her feet. :( That is the point. (sets on scent and removes leash)