To love hate ( Severus Snape and Morgana Pierce)

Classes

I have always welcomed darkness as a friend . Most people have a fear of the dark , I find comfort in it . Most people are not afraid of darkness itself but what's in it, I've always loved how the eyes can play tricks on you , seeing shadows of moving objects when there's nothing evidently there. Night patrol isn't too bad , it gives you time to think, of course it's not the safest place to be considering you have the most feared place on earth right opposite a place you call sanctuary, the darkness surrounds the forest like a thick blanket , cold mist seeps out from the trees, making a layer of white frost on the grass that forms the edge of Hogwarts property - as I scan the landscape I couldn't help but feel scared , I felt so vulnerable , my heart began to race expecting something was to jump out of the forest , running for me .... But despite the bad feeling in my stomach , I was feeling brave tonight - curiosity is a bitch at times

Sitting on the stairs of the main entrance, watching one by one the lights of the castle go out , as the students go to bed - the castle was massive, it had that historical feel to it , mystery and dark secrets hiding behind the walls - that spiked my interest- I wonder what dark sins have been made , cold mysterious trespasses , hidden secrets - I will find out .. my adventures are often rewarding in that way
I was getting impatient, waiting for that insufferable man , what good was it anyway , spending a whole night with him , he can keep his distance from me , he needn't be right by my side, I can take care of myself
But sticking to my word that I would meet him here , I stayed where I was - looking out the window , wishing I was in the astronomy tower looking at the whole sky with all it's greatness . The wind picked up suddenly causing my hair to be flown back , it caused me to shiver

" I told you to bring a jacket " Severus said from the shadows " next time be a doll and listen for a change " he walked past me and onto the grounds. At the moment I couldn't give a damn about his snarky remarks. He went right , so I went left , searching the grounds , ensuring that nothing was out of place. I made a route that would go to Hagrid's house , then from there I would walk to the boat house. Finally I'd return back to the main entrance.

I entered the hallway , wondering where Severus was , but not really caring . He was a waste of time in my book - as I walked the outer corridor, I found him. He was leaning against the wall , looking casually at me. "Don't you have work to do, laying around won't get you anywhere " I said my voice quivering from the cold

"Tell me , Miss Pierce, what's your deal" he said turning towards me

"Excuse me " I said shocked , on the verge of screaming at him

"What's your plan ? Coming here , sucking up to Albus , prancing around as if you own the place...." I cut him off "Now wait just a minute ...."

"Oh sorry, did I upset the Princess' feelings" sarcasm dripping from his mouth

"How dare you make awful assumptions like that ! I am of no means sucking up to anybody- I'm minding my own business, not getting in anybody's way" I said angry

"Not everybody " he said darkly , I looked at him, not replying- waiting for him to elaborate. When he didn't speak I said in a whisper " curiosity killed the cat , I won't bother you anymore " I turned away from him as I was about to leave he grabbed my arm . Panic rose within me , as a defense mechanism I took out my wand pointing it directly at him , he let go of me , but anger and shock was in his eyes . When I finally realized what I did , I felt awful, it was totally Un called for "Sorry " I whispered to him as I ran off

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Today was Friday. The day classes started. All the students received their schedules , eager to find out which friends are in the same class as them , and who they'll get to see where and when. Excitement was in the air. I arrived early at my classroom, opening the door for the students to come in . I looked at my timetable " fourth year Gryffindor and Slytherin " great I thought - the two rivalries as a first class

The bell rang suggesting the start of school , I stood infront of the class as the students were filling in . I watched each student as they came in and made their way to a seat. I was portraying a rather strict and stern figure - discipline was my main prerogative and I wouldn't stand for nonsense, but as the year progresses I will soften on the students , my goal is for the students to learn literature in a more fun and practical way , instead of forcing it upon the them whether they like it or not.

Ron and Harry were in this class , they gave me bright smiles knowing who I was . I return their gesture with a rather polite nod - once the class was full , all the students in seats , Slytherin students far away from the Gryffindor students I started my speech

"My name is Professor Pierce , I will be your poetry and literature teacher for this year and the remaining years of your school career" I said sternly, my voice the only thing that could be heard in the room , I started walking around the classroom , making a few students shift in their seats , obviously uncomfortable

I smiled "The English language is to be studied with care and consideration. Most of you will not enjoy the subject as it is a very work heavy topic but I can assure - you will not be let down in these classes. Is there any questions before we move on " I said as I reached the back of the class looking over the students , silence.

"Very well " I said walking to the front , not caring if they were actually listening to me "do not consider today's lesson a free hour, I am instructing all of you to find a poem , whatever the sorts that relates to each on of you . You are to write a 3 page essay explaining each paragraph in full details " I stopped as a groan was heard form the left side of the room not agreeing with the instructions

I looked sternly at the Slytherin side of the class "let's make this clear " I looked at them with a deadly glare " if you do what I tell you and play nice , you will have no problem in my classes . If you don't however , you're stay here at Hogwarts will be a living hell , one of which will be my pleasure making " I smiled at their sudden cooperation , smug expressions on Harry and Ron's faces

"You are all to go to the library and stay there for the remainder of the hour and work on your projects , I trust you know the way , if any of you have any questions I will be happy to help " as I dismissed the class I said they must hand It in on Monday - giving them the weekend to finish .

I sat by my desk , taking out my Shakespear book and starting reading

"Bloody brilliant " Ron said looking at me " did you see Draco's face , he looked like a baby that was about to cry" he said to harry laughing

"Good job getting you point across " harry said " it definitely worked

I smiled at them "Thanks boys , you best be going , I'll catch up with you later" I said gesturing them to the door

Good job I thought

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