And Harry understands nothing! He gets to kick all the ambiguities and complex emotions under the rug, even his own culpability. That's why Snape has to come back from the dead, to lance the festering complacency of the epilogue! *flaps hands in frustration* By not letting the two of them face off, JKR left so many issues in the wizarding world unaddressed. Because Snape's choices and his fate represent a lot that's wrong with this magical society. Harry's ability to forgive the living, sneering, greasy git would have been a step in the right direction. And Snape's personal confession would have been . . kind of mind-blowing.
Hurrah for wordplay! It gives me a flush of pleasure to see so many writers here raising their voices in celebration of ornate prose. I can't wait to read the unique ways the Games writers will find to use imagery and to tantalize with words. *stares at you expectantly*