"Indeed," Severus said dryly. "As do I, which was I did not object to your actions. If we have any luck, the combination of being my son and that Boy-Who-Lived has his eye of Faustus should make most think twice before they try anything."
He arched an eyebrow and looked mildly amused. "Is there any other reason to be friends with a Gryffindor?"
Severus inclined his head. "Good." He then snorted. "She shall have to learn then. It is a good lesson for a child."