“Ow.”

“Are you in pain?”

“’s okay”

Snape knew that Harry always hid his pain.

“Are you sure?”

“Yeah,” Harry replied honestly, looking straight at Snape and the man sighed with relief.

He started to stroke Harry’s hair with affection.

“Will you stay until I fall asleep?” Harry asked.

“Yes, and I will be here when you awake.”

“Promise?”

“I promise; I’ll be right here.”

“To chase the nightmares away?”

“Yes, to keep nightmares at bay.”

“Thanks, Severus.”

“Get better soon, Harry.”

“Then we can go home, right?”

“Yes,” Snape answerd. “Home.”