Ginny had looked about ready to hex Severus from where she was sitting when the news were announced, and she was definitely not in a good mood. Having calmed her sufficiently, he left her with Bill as he made his way to Al and Severus, swallowing the dislike of the union. What was the point of complaining? It would upset Al and be of no use, though when he approached, he still was unsure of what to say.
Congratulations seemed appropriate, yet not exactly heartfelt. He sighed, reminding himself that they loved each other, and that he promised to be supportive.
"Hello," he said as he approached. "I guess congratulations are in order," he said with a small smile, which was as much out of amusement at Severus' new robes as out of anything else.