What did Snape want the toy soldier for? Hmm.. :) Great chapter! I'm glad that Snape didn't kill Vernon Dursley, but does Harry really need him? He needs his aunt, she's the one he's related to. Marvelous writing. Everything about all of the characters is so real and interesting. terrific job on the story and thank you for all the timely updates!
Author's Response: Well, I figure that Snape and Dumbledore both realize that if they do any lasting harm to Vernon, Petunia will chuck Harry out, threats or no, so by those means Vernon is necessary to Harry's safety.
As to the toy soldier---well. You'll see. :-)