Re: Harry and Severus
Severus could have punctured a few illusions by describing just how he'd worked behind the scenes, both to facilitate Ginny's and the others' little escapades, and to frustrate the Carrows' vengeance. But he knew it would be counterproductive, and he'd certainly never been the truth-at-all-costs type.
Besides, there were far more important issues to settle, such as Harry's last comment. "I know." he replied gravely. "Do you have any suggestions as to how?"