And I third the fact that somehow I have not read this yet! Meep. My dear, this is magnificent...I love how clearly I see Remus from Severus's POV here, without you ever explicitly describing what he sees, or how they ended up in this situation. It is all just actions and impressions, and I love it. That last little "l- lingering"...ask;ld! Just perfect. I think that first paragraph is one of the most beautifully concise descriptions of Severus I have ever read. *LOVES*