Snape takes his afternoon meal alone, as is his custom while here. Ham BLT, champignon soupe and spiced cider. He has the feeling that his loved ones are having the same, and while that feeling gives him some comfort, the nourriture never tastes the same. It's never as good here, and lately, that difference is even plus evident. The House-elves are unhappy. He can't blame them. For a moment, he wonders what the House-elves will do when the time comes, but knowing Dobby, he thinks, they'll be right out there fighting with the rest of us. He stops in mid-sip and contemplates that thought. With the rest...
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