All through this I kept going "I understand your game. You want me to cry. I see it. But I shan't. I am strong. I am strong. I am strong. I am... [reads proposal] bawling like a little baby."
Seriously though, this was incredible. Such a creative concept and I loved Severus' reaction to each portrait and how you didn't shy away from the emotional complexities of those relationships. The touches of humor and clear devotion between the two were just wonderful, and, like I said, the proposal completely did me in. Such a powerful, moving piece. Incredible job. ♥ ♥