Running the Russian mafia? A man of some - even if slightly subversive and probably highly illegal - influence.

He can't say he's surprised by what Remus says. He's known of the assassin part ever since that first encounter. The rest gives an interesting perspective of the man, and adds to the impression he got at the Christmas party, during their conversation.

"You seem to have a knack at finding those traits in people... and drawing them out." Severus traces a finger down the side of Remus' face, looking into his eyes.

So much love. Something he will never take for granted.

"We had a small conversation at the party... before things evolved."