[HP] Squib Prince

"Then, we can talk about some normal topics between grandparents and grandchildren." After Mr. Duke finished speaking, seeing that Snape still didn't respond, he couldn't help coughing a few times, and then called Snape back. Nep's attention.

"You say." Snape pursed his lips, and finally he was willing to tear his eyes away from the pile of manuscripts. He looked up at Mr. Duke, and then waited for the other party's words.

Seeing Snape like this, Mr. Duke couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth, and then sat on the high stool with his back leaning against the laboratory table, looking very relaxed.But no matter how Snape looked at Mr. Duke, he felt that there was some purpose hidden behind his easy movements.It's like the cheetah that let the prey relax its vigilance and finally give the fatal blow.

"During the time you were injured, I couldn't ask you about your recovery. From the looks of it now, you should be fine?"

Snape nodded.Although the basilisk's venom is powerful, it's because he was only scratched by the basilisk's fangs, plus Brian's proper handling, and Phoenix's tears healed him at the last moment.Although the sequelae of the snake venom made him blind for a few weeks, except for the very beginning, Snape couldn't accept it and even felt self-defeating, but after adjustment, he quickly accepted this fact.And because of the period of convalescence, he put down most of his work, and spent most of his time just sitting there, quietly thinking about the things in the secret room and the things he was about to face in the future. Other than that, he just waited for Brian Come and visit yourself.Although the whole person cannot be said to be relaxed, it is indeed a lot easier.It's just that Snape didn't realize that because of the pleasant time with him, he didn't keep his distance from Brian as warily as before.His attitude towards Brian has softened a lot from the inside out.Just like now, when thinking of Brian, his brows relax very easily, and even the muscles at the corners of his mouth are not so tense.

Mr. Duke paid attention to all of Snape's expressions, and of course he didn't let go of this slight change of expression that he didn't even realize.He tapped his knee unconsciously, and then asked: "I know Brian has made all the potions you need, how is the quality of his potions?"

At the mention of potions, Snape couldn't help becoming a little more serious.

"The improvement is very big. Although the quality is not top-notch, it is enough to be called a high-level potion." It can be heard that Snape's words are sincere, and Snape himself is very satisfied with Brian's performance. Satisfied with an eerie sense of pride.But it is true that he has spent a lot of time teaching Brian about this matter. This unprecedented patience even shocked Lucius who knew him well.Now, Brian has made a satisfactory potion, and this achievement is also a rare and proud experience for a mentor.

Mr. Duke looked at Snape's expression and paused.He was actually very hesitant about today's conversation. He didn't know whether an old man like himself, who had become a portrait, wanted to break something up, and what kind of ending would it bring, good or bad.These things kept him in his heart for a long time.However, after seeing the tender hug between the two today, he had his own thoughts.At the very least, he needs to take a stand.These two are good children. They had a hard life before. Judging from today's situation, they may not be able to live a carefree and happy life in the future.Knowing this, why create obstacles to the possibility of their present happiness?Mr. Duke sighed, and then said: "It is true that he has made such great progress. I have to say that most of this is due to you."

Hearing this, Snape clenched his fist suddenly, and looked at Mr. Duke expressionlessly.It's just that the old man's expression is very natural, even with a smile, he looks like a qualified elder who is proud of the younger generation, and it is completely impossible to see whether he has any purpose behind it.

"What do you want to say?" Snape frowned. "I thought there was no need for temptation between us, grandfather."

Mr. Duke then tapped his knees with his fingers. When he was embarrassed and thinking, he would always make some small movements unconsciously. This problem has never been corrected in his whole life.

"Bryan cares about you very much, you and I can see that kind of care is beyond normal cousins, I want to know what do you think of this child?" Now that Snape has said directly Understood, Mr. Duke simply put aside his embarrassment and asked directly.

Although Snape didn't express anything on the face, the hand he was holding was already sweating.He hadn't expected Mr. Duke to come to him to talk about it.

Mr. Duke looked at Snape who was expressionless, and suddenly smiled.Snape himself shouldn't feel it, but Mr. Duke can feel how nervous the other party is right now.

"Since I can tell you this matter frankly, of course I don't intend to embarrass you. I just want to hear your thoughts."

Snape didn't relax when he heard Mr. Duke's addition.He kept clenching his fists, trying to relax himself and think rationally, but now it seemed that it didn't work.He thought about what he should say next, but he was horrified to find that his mind was completely blank, and he didn't know what to say at all.Do you mean you have the same idea?Or use your best cover to tell Mr. Duke that there is no such thing?If such words were really said, Snape would despise himself.

Snape didn't speak, and Mr. Duke was not in a hurry, he just sat there, waiting for Snape to think about how to answer.

"What I need to do makes me unable to think about it now." After a long time, Snape said these words in a hoarse voice.By now, he had no way to lie to himself, to his family, that he had no feelings for Brian.However, in his opinion, this is not a good time at all.He had more important things to do, and he knew better than anyone the possible dangers of these things. Snape never thought it was a good idea to drag another person in without knowing whether he could be responsible. Something in line with his principles of life.In particular, this person is still the person he values ​​the most so far.If you just drag people into an unknown situation so casually, just for your own momentary pleasure, he thought, this must not be called love.

And, on another level, Snape was quite a low self-esteem person.Although he is a very good person no matter from which aspect, deep in his heart, the figure who has been calling him a "little monster" has never disappeared.He has always thought that he is a person who is not worthy of love, and Lily's incident has added a strong evidence to his conclusion.When facing such a talented Bryan with a good personality and good looks, Snape never thought that he was worthy of being cherished by such a person.Even when people think of this person in the dead of night, Snape can't control his own possessiveness, wishing to hold that person tightly in his arms so that no one can see him.But when his sanity returned, it made him more restrained and forbearing.

Having said these words, Snape let go of his fist, but still sat upright.He didn't want anyone to see his distressed look.

Mr. Duke smiled when he heard Snape's answer: "So it's not that I was wrong. As for the reason why we didn't get together, I think it's not just what you just said."

Snape still didn't speak, he didn't even want to say the reason just now if he could.This conversation made him very uncomfortable, as if in broad daylight he had to show himself completely to others, even his insides were not spared, he had to let his internal organs come out bloody and bloody .It's just that the person he's talking to now is Mr. Duke, his maternal grandfather, and he can't just walk away.

"I don't know your reasons." Mr. Duke looked at Snape with a soft face, but his tone was a little emotional and regrettable, "It's just that sometimes, you carry too many shackles. It makes you very unhappy , Severus."

Snape didn't know how to respond, so he simply didn't speak.

"As your relative, I hope you can live happily and safely." Mr. Duke sighed, "Of course, in this case, I know that these may be a luxury. But, at least for now, hold yourself It's better to want than to regret later. Slytherins never make ascetics, Severus."

Before Snape could speak, Mr. Duke began again: "Of course, if you're worried about the blood relationship between the two of you, I don't think it's a problem. Cousin marriage is not uncommon in the wizarding world, and..." Mr. Duke paused for a moment, but did not continue.

But he quickly rubbed his chin with one hand and said to himself: "But heirs are a troublesome issue. The Prince family needs someone to pass on. Could it be that you still can't escape this situation in your generation?"

Although Mr. Duke muttered quietly, Snape still heard him. He twitched the corner of his mouth and interrupted Mr. Duke's imagination. I have thought of all the problems.

"No other reason," said Snape, "just the wrong time."

Mr. Duke was interrupted by Snape's words, and coughed in embarrassment.He looked at Snape, knowing that the other party had already made up his mind, and he probably wouldn't change it no matter what he said.Mr. Duke sighed, shook his head, and said, "I should have known that your temper has inherited the stubbornness of Prince. It seems that you have already made up your mind...In that case, I will not say anything Yes. Here today, I just want to let you know my attitude. Of course, I have no way to interfere with your decision, but I sincerely hope that you can live better, Severus."

Snape looked at Mr. Duke's sincere eyes, and just nodded to express his understanding: "I know it well."

Mr. Duke waved his hand helplessly: "Forget it, go back and rest. Don't suppress yourself too much."

Snape saluted Mr. Duke, then turned around and walked out of the potions room.Seeing his sloppy actions, Mr. Duke sighed deeply. He only hoped that the child could figure it out for himself and treat himself better in the future.

As soon as Snape stepped out of the potions room, he saw Brian looking in this direction helplessly, looking pitiful, like an abandoned pet dog.After seeing Snape coming out, Brian happily walked towards him, apparently not knowing what kind of stupid image he was just now.

Snape paused, then looked at Brian with a frown. Now that he saw Brian, he couldn't help but think of what Mr. Duke said to him just now, which made Snape very uncomfortable and depressed. After Mr. Duke's words, his very good thoughts became ready to move.This feeling of being out of control is very bad.

Snape moved his feet unconsciously, changed his posture, and asked, "Why are you waiting here?"

"Oh, I just came here to see why you haven't come out after talking for so long." At this moment, Brian felt that it seemed too strange for him to be waiting at the door. He cleared his throat in embarrassment, slowed down his pace, and explained, " Grandfather didn't make things difficult for you, did he?"

Snape looked at Bryan's appearance, no matter how he looked at it, he seemed guilty of guilt, and secretly cursed "how stupid".It's just that he didn't speak, but Brian kept his eyes wide open waiting for his answer.In desperation, Snape could only shake his head: "It's nothing. Do you think I'm you?" Of course, he couldn't have told Brian what Mr. Duke said, otherwise, he didn't know that the person in front of him was going to make trouble. What's wrong with it.He has a deep understanding of the opponent's character of never giving up until he reaches his goal.

Brian gave Snape a suspicious look, he always felt that the other party was hiding something from him.But since he didn't want to say it, there was nothing he could do.

"About the Horcrux, I told my grandfather." Snape was going to change the subject as he walked out.

Brian didn't expect Snape to change the subject, and when he heard him talk about business, he asked quickly, "Does grandfather have any clues?"

Snape glanced at Bryan, who had been diverted from the subject, and muttered in his heart, "It's really too stupid."

"There are some studies on this in the family's library, I haven't had time to read it, but it should be more comprehensive." Snape glanced at the other party again, and then said, "I don't have much time, you can go and have a look first Those books. Besides, your grandfather said that your level of potion has improved a lot, and you should be able to understand those research manuscripts about souls."

Brian nodded again and again. He has always been very concerned about his inability to help, and he is naturally very happy to have such an opportunity now: "Your body has not healed, and you really shouldn't do so much work."

Snape waved his hand indifferently, he didn't care about these words.Assigning tasks to Brian is just to give him something to do, lest he do some dangerous work in order to be able to help.The Patriarch of the Prince family shouldn't put himself in crisis casually, but Brian didn't seem to understand this truth.

The author has something to say: I won’t update the article tomorrow, the author still has an exam, it’s too hard...