very nice
I'm fond of Severus-rescue stories when they're well done. I admit, I much prefer what you did with this than what I first thought when I saw the title and picture (but then, Valhalla is also not my favorite afterlife-gah!). Like your Brynhild much better than Wagner's. I particularly liked how she handled his stubbornness--Severus needs someone who can override him when appropriate. Nice story!