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Unbearable, all-consuming awkwardness, this.

Mr. Weasley looks at him, brow furrowed.

“I’ll be back in a few days,” Harry says, between them, shifting his weight foot to foot.

Severus nods, resisting the urge to slam the door to prevent his escape, uncertain which side Harry will settle on.

Harry stops, licks his lips, glances at Weasley. Quick, he steps forward -- hands on Severus’ cheeks, lips pressed almost chastely together, whispered words -- and steps back.

“Harry, what --”

“We’ve a lot to catch up on, Ron.”

They say goodbye for the first time, kiss still drying on their lips.